I am born a beauty, and I am supreme

Chapter 133

Tang Leyan nodded and smiled at him: "You're very thoughtful... But you are his person, so don't use such decisive methods in the future. If you get hurt or anything, I will feel very uneasy."

The ninja glanced up at her, only to see her smiling and looking at him. The affection in her eyes was probably because of the person behind him. Was this what they called loving someone because of them?

The ninja lowered his head again. He had wanted to say something, but now he couldn't say anything and had to give up.

Chapter 169 of Yanshui Road in Jiangnan: The Wedding Day

Princess Yinyue's wedding to the Crown Prince of Fengcheng finally took place as scheduled.

Fragrant flowers drifted down from the sky, and the princess on the imperial carriage, unlike her usual willful self, was dressed in red, with a golden phoenix hairpin swaying on her head, creating a mesmerizing scene.

The Crown Prince of Fengcheng, also dressed in his finest attire, rode to greet the bride. The newlyweds left the post station, and amidst the cheers of the city's residents, Yinyue boarded the imperial carriage. The carriage was stable and headed towards the palace.

Tang Leyan and Chu Gexing accompanied them, with Feng Feisheng not far behind. Inside the palace, the Regent and members of the royal family were waiting.

Everything proceeded smoothly, with almost no unexpected incidents. The weather was warm and peaceful, the people cheered, and even the banquet was a joyous occasion. Apart from Feng Feisheng's provocative toast, everything was perfect.

This was Tang Leyan's first time witnessing a royal wedding. If Chu Ge hadn't been there, Tang Leyan would have already joined the crowd. Instead, she had to maintain the airs of an imperial envoy and watch from afar with a smile.

Beneath the red veil, Yin Yue's smiling face was particularly eye-catching. With a command to "enter the bridal chamber," the Crown Prince reached out and took Yin Yue's hand, and the newlyweds left together.

"Are you envious?" a low voice sounded beside me.

Tang Leyan turned her head and met Feng Feisheng's smiling eyes.

"Yes, I'm envious," she scoffed. She knew this person's appearance at this moment wouldn't bring anything pleasant.

"If you're envious, then consider it. I'm also royalty, you know," Feng Feisheng chuckled, giving her a gentle wink.

"Then forget it, I'm not worthy of your esteemed position." Tang Leyan scoffed, glared at him, and wanted to find a safe place to leave this highly toxic guy.

"Wait, wait," Feng Feisheng said, determined to cling to her. "The newlyweds are already in their bridal chamber, we should relax a bit. Why are you in such a hurry? You can't possibly go in with us, can you?"

"Judging from the young master's expression, he seems to want to eavesdrop," she said, leaning against a pillar and waving her fan.

Feng Feisheng chuckled and stepped forward to tug at her sleeve: "I'm not interested in eavesdropping, but it would be nice if I were overheard. Hey, it's boring here, I'll take you somewhere to have some fun."

"No need." Tang Leyan glared at him. "I'm afraid that while we're playing, you'll concoct some kind of poison to show me."

"Haha." Feng Feisheng laughed.

Tang Leyan tapped her fan on his hand: "Let go."

He turned and walked towards the table.

As soon as she sat down, Chu Gexing glanced at her and said, "Your relationship with Prince Feng is getting better and better."

"Yeah, yeah, they're practically inseparable." Tang Leyan snorted.

Chu Gexing smiled and said, "Well, it's a rare and precious encounter, but you should make the most of this opportunity. You know, we'll be setting off in three days."

Upon hearing the words "Setting off," Tang Leyan immediately became excited: "Yes, yes!"

Seeing the radiant look on her face, Chu Gexing asked, "What's making you so happy for no reason?" The question was barely out of his mouth before he immediately gave himself the answer. His expression instantly soured.

"I'm happy, that's all that matters." Tang Leyan smiled and raised her glass. "Come on, let me toast the Vice Envoy. You've worked so hard these past few days."

Chu Gexing glanced at her: "At least you still have some conscience."

He reached out and raised the glass in front of him, gently bumping it against hers.

Amidst the sound of drums and music, the two retreated, raised their cups, and finished their poems.

Tang Leyan rolled up her sleeves and showed the empty wine glass to Chu Gexing. Chu Gexing glanced at her, a faint smile appearing on his lips. He had just been thinking of teasing her, but the faint, insignificant scene and the inexplicable atmosphere dampened his desire to provoke her. He smiled and put down the glass.

Tang Leyan suddenly leaned towards him, making Chu Gexing's heart skip a beat: "What are you doing?"

Tang Leyan chuckled softly and said, "The person who met me on a golden autumn night has arrived."

Chu Gexing asked, puzzled, "What do you mean?"

Tang Leyan glanced to the side, then straightened up as Chu Gexing turned his head, looking seriously at something else.

Chu Gexing followed her gaze and immediately frowned. Young Master Ling, Ling Jiuyan, and Jiu Jun were holding a cup of wine and striding towards him.

"Ge Xing, it's been a long time." Ling Jiuyan stood gracefully in front of Chu Ge Xing and raised her glass.

"Young Master, it's been a long time." Chu Gexing slowly rose and returned the greeting.

Ling Jiuyan waved her hand: "No need for formalities, may I sit down?"

Chu Gexing looked at her and said, "Young Master, you are being too polite."

Ling Jiuyan smiled and said, "That makes sense." She slapped her forehead, took a step, and went behind the table to sit down next to Chu Gexing.

Chu Gexing then slowly sat down, looking down at the things on his table, seemingly deep in thought.

Ling Jiuyan looked at him: "Did I disturb you, Jiu Jun?"

Chu Gexing then turned his head and said calmly, "Not at all. I was busy with affairs the other day and had no time to keep the appointment with the young master. Today is a good opportunity to apologize to the young master."

He raised the glass of wine in front of him and said to Ling Jiuyan, "I hope the young master will not take offense."

Looking at his handsome face, Ling Jiuyan felt refreshed and said with a smile, "Ge Xing, what are you saying? We've met, haven't we? Please come in."

He raised his glass and downed the drink in his hand without saying a word.

Chu Gexing glanced at her, then gently covered his mouth with his sleeve and finished his drink.

Ling Jiuyan put down her cup, waved her hand to dismiss the palace maid who was about to serve her, leaned forward, picked up the wine pot on the table, and refilled Chu Gexing's cup.

Chu Gexing remained calm, letting Ling Jiuyan do as she pleased, before finally saying, "Thank you for your trouble, Young Master."

Ling Jiuyan refilled her wine glass before sitting down again, saying, "I've been separated from Ge Xing for many years, and I thought I would never have the chance to meet him again. But heaven has taken pity on me, and I am overjoyed. This glass is for our reunion."

Gently raise the glass.

He gestured towards Chu Gexing, then raised his cup and drank it all.

Chu Gexing looked at her and slowly said, "I have things to do later and I'm afraid I can't hold my liquor, so I won't accompany you, young master. How about... I let my chief envoy drink this cup with you, young master?"

Although he spoke slowly, his voice carried an irresistible calmness as he looked up at Tang Leyan behind Ling Jiuyan.

Tang Leyan sat behind Ling Jiuyan, glancing over here every now and then. She was enjoying the free show, but Chu Gexing was so tactless as to push away such a great opportunity for their interaction. She pretended not to hear anything, raised her wine glass, and smiled at an unfamiliar adult next to her, saying, "Come on, drink up." She looked like she was too busy socializing.

Seeing her enthusiasm, the man had no choice but to raise his cup and drink with her.

Seeing her like this, Chu Gexing's eyes flashed with a cold light.

Ling Jiuyan knew that Tang Leyan meant well and was grateful. After glancing at her, she turned around with a smile and said, "I think the envoy is busy and it is inconvenient to disturb him. Gexing, today is the wedding of the princess and my Crown Prince Danning. It can be considered that the matter has been settled. Even if you have something very important to do, you can put it aside for now. Besides, there is the envoy here."

Chu Gexing was displeased, but said, "Since that's the case, I'll respectfully comply."

Chapter 170 of "The Road to Jiangnan: A Heart-Stopping Moment"

Ling Jiuyan seemed determined to win, and repeatedly urged him to drink several cups of wine.

Chu Gexing didn't like drinking, but before long, a faint blush appeared on her face. She was indeed as beautiful as a peach blossom, stunning everyone present.

Ling Jiuyan was completely oblivious to the envious glances of those around her. She sat opposite Chu Gexing, feeling happy and chatting merrily.

Tang Leyan watched as she handled the situation with ease, spoke fluently, and exuded a unique charm. She secretly admired her and thought that this woman was indeed no ordinary person, but she had a serious problem with her eyes, as she had actually taken a liking to Chu Gexing.

After thinking about it, even Chu Gexing had found a good match, while she herself...

Her thoughts drifted to the person a thousand miles away. The thought that he had sent his closest ninja to protect her warmed her heart. But then she wondered how he was doing and if he was alright, and a sense of emptiness and longing filled her heart.

Overwhelmed with mixed emotions of joy and sorrow, he unknowingly finished the entire pot of wine in front of him.

Inside the main hall, amidst the clinking of glasses and the harmonious sounds of laughter, she felt a growing unease after drinking too much. Seeing Jiu Jun and Chu Gexing chatting so amiably, she realized that staying here all the time wasn't a good idea. She decided to look around and see if there was anything she needed to do, and also give Chu Gexing and Ling Jiuyan some more time.

Thinking this, he swayed as he got up, grabbed his fan, and walked out of the main hall.

Over there, Ling Jiuyan was telling Chu Gexing to stay in Fengcheng for a few more days. Chu Gexing just smiled and shook his head. Although it was a very simple action, Jiujun stared at him intently. After being separated for several years, recalling the past felt like meeting again in a dream. Today, he suddenly saw her again, which was like a joyous occasion. He wished he could keep his eyes on her and never leave her.

Chu Gexing glanced up and saw Tang Leyan's red-clad figure walking away. She seemed to have drunk too much, as she staggered slightly. Seeing this, he felt a mixture of worry and resentment, and he wanted nothing more than to kick her.

Tang Leyan left the main hall and summoned two palace maids and guards from Shundu to inquire about the situation. Nothing else had happened. Reassured, she leaned against a pillar and looked up at the sky over Fengcheng.

The blue sky always seemed to carry a faint shadow, not as high, as far, as vast as the sky over Shundu. Or perhaps it was because seeing something reminded me of someone, and I felt a connection to the place.

Tang Leyan sighed, the smell of alcohol wafting out with her breath.

Why did the envoy suddenly leave the banquet?

Dressed in a black official robe, Regent Feng Jiansheng strode out of the main hall. He looked directly at her.

Tang Leyan quickly stood up straight and gave a curtsy: "Greetings, Regent."

Feng Jiansheng looked at her and slightly extended his hand to help her up, saying, "No need for formalities."

Tang Leyan asked, "I drank too much earlier and came out for some fresh air. Where is the Regent?"

Feng Jiansheng looked at her for a moment before saying, "I am too."

Tang Leyan smiled and turned her head to look elsewhere.

After setting aside formalities, the two fell silent for a moment.

After a while, Feng Jiansheng asked, "Is the envoy bestowing the marriage a man of Shun?"

Tang Leyan turned to look at him, smiled, and replied, "Hmm...that's right. I wonder why the Regent asks this? Doesn't Leyan seem like a descendant of Emperor Shun?"

Feng Jiansheng shook his head and suddenly said, "No, it's just that the envoy who bestowed the marriage looks somewhat like an old friend of mine."

"Oh? Which one are you referring to?"

"Hmm... It's been a long time, so let's not talk about it."

"Since you brought it up, why did you stop talking about it? The Regent really knows how to keep people in suspense."

"It's just a bit of old memories on my part. I don't want to be presumptuous."

"Since the Regent is unwilling to bring it up again, then so be it." Tang Leyan shrugged. "Leyan will toast the Regent to... this old friend who can no longer be mentioned."

As he spoke, he stopped the maid who was passing by, picked up the wine pot, and gestured to Feng Jiansheng.

He was taken aback, then smiled slightly and handed over the cup in his hand.

Tang Leyan filled his cup, then filled her own, and handed it to him, saying, "Please, Regent."

Feng Jiansheng nodded slightly: "Please, envoy of the bestowed marriage."

Inside the main hall, a lively atmosphere of clinking glasses and cheerful laughter prevailed.

Ling Jiuyan looked at the person in front of her and gently comforted him, "Ge Xing, our reunion is a blessing from heaven. Why not have a few more drinks?"

Chu Gexing looked at her and finally said, "I appreciate your kindness, young master, but how would you know whether it's fate or just a coincidence?"