Chapter 127

After that, she will make a stunning appearance again, which will surely make Brother Chen unforgettable at first sight! Actually "Brother Chen" refers to Xiao Yichen? "Brother Chen" maybe nickname for Xiao Yichen (since his name has Chen). So translation: Then she will make a stunning appearance again, and it will surely make Brother Chen unforgettable at first sight! Need to keep exclamation. Use "Brother Chen" as translation of Brother Chen? Could keep as "Brother Chen". Since we have glossary for Xiao Yichen, we could use "Xiao Yichen" but the term is Brother Chen, a nickname. Should we translate as "Brother Chen"? The instruction: Use glossary names exactly as provided for those names. For nicknames not in glossary, we translate meaning. So "Brother Chen" = "Brother Chen".

Thinking this, Pei Yunxi became even more excited, unable to wait to go over quickly.

Thus: Then she will make a stunning appearance again, and it will surely make Brother Chen unforgettable at first sight!

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Their table was harmonious and pleasant, yet to many people it was quite an eyesore.

Translation: Thinking this, Pei Yunxi became even more excited, unable to wait to go over quickly.

The spread of food on the table held no appeal for him at all, not even the wine had any flavor.

In the past, whenever there was such a banquet, Yuanzhi would try every means to come sit beside him, and these were the times he found most annoying; he had no heart to enjoy the banquet, wishing it would end quickly so she would stay away from him.

Translation: At this time, the emperor's banquet at Shanglin Park was extraordinarily lively, and envoys from various countries had already arrived at the scene.

Use Shanglin Park.

Thinking this, Pei Shangyan turned his gaze toward several delegations.

Translation: Mu Yuanzhi's seat had moved forward considerably; compared to before when she sat beside the emperor's throne, there was no comparison, but she had also been assigned a relatively forward spot.

Pei Shangyan's face darkened; he exchanged a glance with Pei Shangling, who instantly understood, and he nodded to Pei Shangyan to indicate he knew he would keep a close watch on the Prince of Pure Virtue, golden on the outside but rotten within.

He hoped Yuanzhi would be attentive and keep an eye on the wolves and tigers around her.

Translation: In response, Mu Yuanzhi felt rather uncomfortable; she did not want to be too close to the emperor, and if possible, she would prefer to sit at the very end.

But she could hardly gouge out his eyes; all she could do was stay careful.

Translation: Fortunately, Gu Rongjin was beside her, which made her not feel so bored.

When Mu Yuanzhi saw Princess Lan Ting again, she could hardly recognize her; the change was enormous— the formerly arrogant and domineering woman now resembled a timid little wife, quietly following her husband, the Crown Prince of Huangli State, with every gesture showing no trace of her former self, as if she had been possessed.

Translation: Their table was harmonious and pleasant, which many people found very eyesore.

Thus, when Princess Lan Ting looked at her, her gaze remained resentful, as if it were Mu Yuanzhi's fault.

By now, no one thought everything was Pei Yunxi's fault.

Translation: For example, Xiao Yichen, seated not far diagonally opposite, as a favored attendant before the hall and also the prince consort, naturally sat in the most forward position, and this seat was some distance from Mu Yuanzhi.

"Fusang State has arrived!"

With that high‑pitched announcement, the Fusang State delegation arrived late.

Translation: But this did not obstruct his gaze, which continually fell on Mu Yuanzhi's table.

She saw a group of about a dozen people slowly entering; the leading man bore a dignified aura, though past the age of forty he still retained an air of refined elegance, and the woman beside him, clasping his hand, appeared to be about seventeen or eighteen.

Translation: The full table of food was not at all appealing to him, and even the wine was tasteless.

Seeing their intimacy, Mu Yuanzhi thought they could not be father and daughter, or even grandfather and granddaughter.

Translation: Once, at such banquets, Zhiyan would think of every way to come sit beside him, and this was the time he found most annoying; he had no heart to enjoy the whole banquet, wishing it would end quickly so she could stay away from him.

"To be precise, it wasn't me; it was Qi... it was my partner," Gu Rongjin corrected.

Thus: Once, at such banquets, Yuanzhi would think of every way to come sit beside him, and this was the time he found most annoying; he had no heart to enjoy the whole banquet, wishing it would end quickly so she could stay away from him.

General Ximo's mouth twitched; his formerly vigorous face instantly turned extremely ugly, and even his beard bristled with anger.

Translation: Truly clueless, Xiao Yichen gave a self-mocking laugh.

Qi Shihuai laughed, his face lit up with a spring‑breeze smile: "Naturally I'm fine; the general returned victorious, and joyous occasions lift the spirit."

Translation: Sitting opposite him was Pei Shangyan, who also felt deep regret; previously, Zhiyan would, in order to sit beside Xiao Yichen, run over to act cute and ask him to make arrangements, and he would scold her for not knowing propriety and lacking a young lady's reserve, but for Xiao Yichen's sake, Zhiyan would accept his reprimand and later apologize to him.

Fusang State, to save face, would not publicize it, so no other country knows they lost two cities embarrassingly.

Thus: Sitting opposite him was Pei Shangyan, who also felt deep regret; previously, little sister Zhi would, in order to sit beside Xiao Yichen, run over to act cute and ask him to make arrangements, and he would scold her for not knowing propriety and lacking a young lady's reserve, but for Xiao Yichen's sake, little sister Zhi would accept his reprimand and later apologize to him.

Gu Rongjin couldn't help shaking his head; Qi Shihuai really doesn't know how to restrain himself— even if His Majesty already suspects, he shouldn't be so reckless.

Translation: Thinking about it now, he really went too far, and this also needs to be said about her; now it's fine, she refuses to say a single word to him, her eyes are only for Gu Rongjin, but Gu Rongjin truly is not a good match, this bestowed marriage is fundamentally mistaken, and I hope today he can find her a good match.

As the newly allied Huangli State, it seemed to be the most closely related foreign state present; the Prince of Pure Virtue curiously asked, "Your Majesty the Emperor, I have heard that you have two daughters— why do I see only one today?"

He was obviously eyeing the dish while thinking of the pot; although he drooled over Mu Yuanzhi, he also wanted to see what the other legitimate princess looked like, and whether she might be even more stunning.

Translation: Thinking this, Pei Shangyan turned his gaze to several delegations.

【59】

Translation: The Prince of Pure Virtue of Huangli State was nearest to them, which made Pei Shangyan immediately become alert; the Prince of Pure Virtue had a handsome appearance but was rotten inside, his interior corrupted to the extreme.

The Prince of Pure Virtue of Huangli State was nearest to them, which made Pei Shangyan immediately become alert; the Prince of Pure Virtue had a handsome appearance but was rotten inside, his interior corrupted to the extreme.

【62】

Translation: The Prince of Pure Virtue's gaze kept falling on little sister Zhi, truly a thief's heart that never dies!

Chinese.

Translation: Pei Shangyan's face sank; he exchanged a look with Pei Shangling, who immediately understood, nodding to Pei Shangyan to indicate he knew he would keep a close watch on the Prince of Pure Virtue, a handsome exterior but rotten inside.

【66】

Chinese.

Translation: He hoped Yuanzhi would be careful and pay attention to the wolves and tigers around her.

【70】

Chinese.

Translation: Mu Yuanzhi naturally noticed the Prince of Pure Virtue's not-so-subtle glances that came from time to time; after all, this foreign prince had once sent a betrothal proposal, and she also knew of his numerous flaws.

【74】

Translation: But she couldn't very well gouge out his eyes, so she could only be careful herself.

Chinese.

Translation: Naturally, the gazes directed here were not only from the Prince of Pure Virtue, but also from Princess Lanting.

【79】

Translation: When Mu Yuanzhi saw Princess Lanting again, she almost didn't recognize her; the change was enormous—formerly arrogant and domineering, she now resembled a timid little daughter-in-law, carefully following her husband, the Crown Prince of Huangli State, and in every gesture there was no trace of her former self, as if she had been possessed.

When Mu Yuanzhi saw Princess Lan Ting again, she almost didn't recognize her; the change was too great. The formerly arrogant and overbearing woman now resembled a timid little daughter-in-law, cautiously trailing behind her husband—the Crown Prince of the Huangli Kingdom. In every gesture there was no trace of her former self; it was as if she had been possessed.

Serves you right!

Translation: Serves her right!

【83】

Translation: Mu Yuanzhi felt relieved, and could only say that heaven still had some sense.

Chinese.

Translation: Thus, when Princess Lanting looked at her, her gaze was still resentful, as if Mu Yuanzhi were to blame.

【87】

Translation: Even now, she still didn't think everything was Pei Yunxi's fault.

Chinese.

Translation: The pitiful inevitably have something hateful about them.

【92】

Translation: Princess Lanting continually looked at Mu Yuanzhi, but at the same time her gaze did not dare ignore the man beside her, as if fearing he might grow angry; even her looks at him were full of flattery.

Princess Lan Ting kept looking at Mu Yuanzhi, but at the same time she did not dare to overlook the man beside her, as if afraid he would get angry; even the glance she gave him was full of appeasement.

Chinese.

Translation: With that sharp, thin voice sounding, the Fusang delegation arrived leisurely.

【96】

Translation: Mu Yuanzhi looked over curiously, after all, Gu Rongjin had taken two cities from Fusang State back with him, so she couldn't help but be a little curious about Fusang State.

Chinese.

Translation: Only a troupe of about a dozen people could be seen slowly entering the venue; the leading man bore an imposing presence, appearing past the age of forty yet still maintaining an air of refined elegance, and the woman beside him clung tightly to his hand, appearing to be about seventeen or eighteen years old.

Only a group of about a dozen people slowly entered the field; the leading man bore an imposing and dignified air, though he was past forty he still maintained an air of affected elegance. The woman beside him tightly held his arm, and she appeared to be about seventeen or eighteen years old.

【101】

Translation: Seeing their intimacy, Mu Yuanzhi thought they could not possibly be father and daughter, or even grandfather and granddaughter.

Chinese.

Translation: "This is the Great General Ximo of Fusang State and his wife Haiba." Gu Rongjin whispered the introduction into Mu Yuanzhi's ear.

【105】

Translation: Mu Yuanzhi nodded, "You wouldn't have taken those two cities from him, would you?"

Chinese.

Translation: "To be precise, it wasn't me, it was... my partner." Gu Rongjin corrected.

【109】

Translation: Even though he had already let the cat out of the bag, Gu Rongjin stubbornly refused to utter the name.

Chinese.

Translation: At that moment, Qiu Shihuai rose, clasped his hands toward General Ximo, and said, "General Ximo, long time no see, you're still as outstanding as ever!"

【113】

Translation: General Ximo's mouth twitched; his formerly vigorous expression instantly turned extremely ugly, and even his beard trembled with anger.

Chinese.

Translation: "General Qiu, I hope you've been well," he replied through gritted teeth.

【117】

Translation: Qiu Shihuai laughed with a spring breeze across his face: "Naturally I'm well; this general returns victorious, and joyous occasions lift the spirit."

Chinese.

Translation: He seemed afraid that others wouldn't know which battle he had won.

【121】

Translation: However, aside from the parties involved, few people know, because Qiu Shihuai's troops did not actually fight Fusang State; they attacked because Fusang State, in a moment of folly, tried to pick up scraps, and he consequently seized two cities, which were never reported.

Chinese.

Translation: Fusang State, for the sake of face, would not publicize it, so no other country knew they had lost two cities in embarrassment.

【125】

Translation: Qiu Shihuai's words were a precise strike against General Ximo.

Chinese.

Translation: Their exchange was observed by the emperor, whose hand holding the wine cup paused, his eyes full of inquiry.

【129】

Translation: Gu Rongjin unconsciously shook his head; Qiu Shihuai was really lacking in restraint—even if the emperor already suspected, need he be so reckless?

Chinese.

Translation: And Fusang State is really something—having lost two cities, why come here? If they're coming, they might as well not send that embarrassing general over; are they afraid of not being humiliated? In his view, Fusang State is just that.

【133】

Translation: Afterward, more and more delegations arrived in a steady stream, everyone took their seats, and the banquet was about to begin.

Chinese.

Translation: As Huangli State had just become related by marriage, it seemed the closest foreign state here; the Prince of Pure Virtue curiously asked, "Your Majesty, I have heard you have two daughters; why do I see only one today?"

【137】

Translation: He was obviously eyeing what's in the bowl while thinking about what's in the pot; although he drooled over Mu Yuanzhi, he also wanted to see what the other legitimate princess looked like, and whether she might be even more stunning.

Chinese.

Translation: "Prince of Pure Virtue is unaware; my other daughter is indisposed and resting in the palace."

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Then she will make a stunning appearance again, which will surely leave Brother Chen unforgettable at first sight.

Thinking this, Pei Yunxi became even more excited, unable to wait and eager to go over quickly.

At this time, the Emperor's banquet at Shanglin Park was extraordinarily lively, with envoys from various countries already having arrived.

Mu Yanzhi's seat had moved forward considerably; compared to before when she sat beside the Emperor's throne, it was incomparable, but she had also been assigned a relatively forward position.

Regarding this, Mu Yanzhi felt rather uncomfortable; she didn't want to be too close to the Emperor, and if possible, she would prefer to sit at the very end.

Fortunately, Gu Rongjin was beside her, which made her not feel so annoyed.

Their table was harmonious and pleasant, but to many people it was quite an eyesore.

For example, Xiao Yichen sitting not far diagonally opposite, as a favored attendant before the hall and also a prince consort, naturally sat in the most forward position, and this position was some distance from Mu Yanzhi.

But it did not obstruct his gaze, which continually fell on Mu Yanzhi's table.

The food on the table was not at all appealing to him; even the wine was tasteless.

In the past, whenever there was such a banquet, Yanzhi would try every means to come sit beside him; but this kind of time was when he felt most annoyed, the whole banquet he had no heart to enjoy, wishing it would end quickly so she could stay away from him.

He truly doesn't know what's good for him; Xiao Yichen gave a self-mocking laugh.

Sitting opposite him was Pei Shangyan, who also had no regrets; previously, Sister Zhi would run to him, acting cute to get him to arrange for her to sit with Xiao Yichen, and he would scold her for not knowing propriety and lacking a maiden's reserve, but for Xiao Yichen's sake, Sister Zhi accepted his reprimand and later would apologize to him.

Thinking about it now, he really went too far; also speaking of her, now she refuses to say a word to him, her eyes are only on Gu Rongjin, but Gu Rongjin truly is not a good match; this bestowed marriage was mistaken from the start, I hope today he can find her a good match.

Thinking this, Pei Shangyan directed his gaze toward several delegations.

The Prince of Pure Virtue of Huangli State was nearest to them, which made Pei Shangyan immediately become alert; the Prince of Pure Virtue had a handsome appearance but was rotten inside, his interior corrupted to the extreme.

The Prince of Pure Virtue's gaze kept falling on Sister Zhi; truly, he harbors a thief's heart that won't die.

Pei Shangyan's face darkened; he exchanged a glance with Pei Shangling, who immediately understood, nodding to Pei Shangyan to indicate he knew he would keep a close watch on the Prince of Pure Virtue, a handsome exterior but rotten inside.

He hopes Yanzhi will be more careful and watch out for the wolves and tigers around her.

Mu Yanzhi naturally noticed the Prince of Pure Virtue's occasional, unabashed glances; after all, this foreign prince had once sent a proposal, and she knew of his flawed nature.

But she couldn't gouge out his eyes; she could only be careful herself.

Of course, the gazes directed here were not only from the Prince of Pure Virtue, but also from Princess Lanting.

When Mu Yanzhi saw Princess Lanting again, she almost didn't recognize her; the change was huge—formerly arrogant and domineering, now she was like a timid little daughter-in-law, carefully following her husband, the Crown Prince of Huangli State, with no trace of her former self, as if her soul had been taken.

This must be because she's having a rough time in Huangli State, right?

Serves you right!

Mu Yanzhi felt relieved in her heart; one could only say that heaven still had some eyes.

Thus, when Princess Lanting looked at her, her gaze was still resentful, as if it were her fault.

Even now, no one thinks everything is Pei Yunxi's fault.

The pitiful inevitably have something hateful about them.

Princess Lanting kept looking at Mu Yanzhi, but at the same time she didn't dare ignore the man beside her, as if afraid he'd get angry; even her glance toward him was full of flattery.

Fusang Country has arrived!

As the sharp voice rang out, the Fusang envoy arrived leisurely.

Mu Yuanzhi glanced over curiously; after all, Gu Rongjin had taken two cities from Fusang and brought them back, so she couldn't help but be curious about Fusang.

A group of about a dozen people slowly entered the field; the leading man was dignified and impressive, over forty yet still bearing the poised elegance of a vassal, while the woman beside him clung to his hand, appearing to be around seventeen or eighteen.

An old husband and a young wife?

Seeing their intimacy, Mu Yuanzhi thought they couldn't be father and daughter, or even grandfather and grandson.

"This is Fusang Country's General Ximo and his wife Haiba," Gu Rongjin whispered in Mu Yuanzhi's ear.

Mu Yuanzhi nodded. "You didn't just take those two cities from him, did you?"

"Be precise, it's not me, it's Qi... it's my partner," Gu Rongjin corrected.

Even though he had already let the cat out of the bag, Gu Rongjin stubbornly refused to name him.

At that moment, Qi Shihuai rose, clasped his hands toward General Ximo, saying, "General, long time no see—you're still as outstanding as ever!"

General Ximo's mouth twitched; his formerly vigorous expression instantly turned extremely ugly, his beard shaking with anger.

"General Qi, I hope you've been well," he replied through gritted teeth.

Qi Shihuai laughed, his face lit up: "Naturally I'm well; this general returned victorious, and joyous occasions lift the spirit."

He seemed afraid that others wouldn't know which battle he had won.

However, aside from those involved, few people know, because Qi Shihuai's forces didn't actually fight Fusang; they attacked because Fusang, in a moment of folly, tried to take advantage, and he consequently seized two cities, which were never reported.

Fusang, wishing to save face, wouldn't publicize it, so no other country knows they lost two cities embarrassingly.

Qi Shihuai's remark was a precise strike against General Ximo.

Their exchange was observed by the emperor; his hand holding the wine cup paused, his eyes full of scrutiny.

Gu Rongjin unconsciously shook his head; Qi Shihuai is really lacking restraint—even if the emperor suspects, he shouldn't be so reckless.

And Fusang is really something—after losing two cities, why come here? If they're coming, they might as well not send that embarrassing general over; are they afraid of not being humiliated? He thinks Fusang is just that.

Afterwards, many envoys arrived one after another; everyone took their seats, and the banquet was about to begin.

As the newly allied Huangli State, it seems to be the closest foreign country here; the Prince of Chun curiously asked, "Your Majesty, I heard you have two daughters; why do I only see one today?"

He's obviously eyeing what's on the plate while thinking about what's in the pot; although he's drooling over Mu Yuanzhi, he also wants to see what the other legitimate princess looks like, wondering if she might be even more stunning.

"Prince Chun, you are unaware; my other daughter is unwell and resting in the palace."

Prince Chun does not know, but my other daughter is unwell and resting in the palace.