Ji Wushang was surprised, and then declined, saying, "I'm afraid that's inappropriate. Since it's one of the three national treasures of the Western Regions, how can it be given away so easily? I only opened it, and there's nothing inside. Please, Princess Muchen, take it back." With that, he pushed the black box back.
Yi Yun Muchen smiled and said, "Brother said that the Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace is meant to be given to someone with a destiny. We can't open this box, but Princess Consort Nan can, so the Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace naturally belongs to you."
"Mu Chen is right!" At this moment, a pleasant voice rang out, and everyone around immediately turned their attention to the speaker.
Yi Yun strode over, her gaze fixed on Ji Wushang. Ji Wushang was surprised that he would come. Was it because of the sound and the light just now?
Ji Wushang bowed and said, "Greetings, King of the Western Regions."
Those around immediately bowed in respect.
"No need for formalities." Yi Yun Shangcheng smiled. "This is Princess Consort Nan, hehe! Mu Chen just mentioned the late king's last wish. Please accept this Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace, Princess Consort Nan!"
Ji Wushang was slightly surprised. He would never give away his things so casually. Just from the name, he knew that the Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace was no ordinary object! Giving it away so generously was not his usual style!
Bei Gong Jue Shi's heart was pounding. He walked forward and was stunned when he saw Yi Yun Muchen dressed in Western Region style. He didn't ask for anything else but to grow old with her.
Yi Yunmu Chen felt as if someone was watching him, a gaze that was both brazen and carried a hint of something else...
Looking up, I saw a person with strange eyes staring at me brazenly!
Who is this person?! How could they be so audacious?
Ji Wushang sensed the change in Yi Yun Muchen and followed her gaze, where he saw Bei Gong Jueshi and Ji Tiankui.
Good, well done!
Yiyun Shangcheng also turned his gaze toward the newcomer. The change here naturally attracted everyone's attention!
So it was him! Haha!
Yiyun Shangcheng smiled slightly, "It's actually the second son of the King and General Ji!"
Bei Gong Jue Shi and Ji Tian Kui stepped forward.
But the next second, a muffled groan was heard, the sound of a wheelchair moving.
Nan Xuzong's face was expressionless, while behind him, Beigong Minhao pushed a wheelchair forward.
Ji Wushang was somewhat surprised, but seeing Nan Xuzong made him feel at ease.
"Hehe, Prince Nan and Prince Wang have both arrived!" Yi Yun Shangcheng's lips curled up, as if he were excited to see a wonderful show!
Bei Gongminhao stood on the side of Ji Tiankui and Bei Gongjueshi, while Nan Xuzong turned his wheelchair around and looked at Ji Wushang, calling softly, "Wushang."
Ji Wushang walked to Nan Xucong's side, "Cong".
Nan Xuzong took her hand, his eyes asking if she was hurt. He smiled and shook his head at her before he felt relieved.
Bei Gong Jue Shi kept his eyes on Yi Yun Muchen. Yi Yun Muchen frowned. This person was so presumptuous!
"Brother." Yi Yun Muchen gently tugged at Yi Yun Shangcheng's sleeve, indicating that Bei Gong Jueshi was watching him. Yi Yun Shangcheng coughed lightly, put her hand down, and handed the Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace to Ji Wushang and Nan Xuzong, "Just now, it was Princess Nan who opened this Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace, so let's give it to Princess Nan now!"
"Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace..." Nan Xuzong's deep gaze fell on the black box, "Then I shall respectfully comply!"
Ji Wushang was surprised. Why would he let himself accept something given by someone else?
But Ji Wushang still stepped forward to accept it, saying, "In that case, Wushang thanks the King of the Western Regions for his generosity!"
Yi Yun Muchen watched as Ji Wushang took it, smiling innocently.
Bei Gong Jue Shi's heart skipped a beat. It was as if she had forgotten him... Did she not even recognize him?
"I thought it was something that had gathered you all here!" Huangfu Ting said with a smile in his eyes as he stepped forward. Those around him immediately bowed in respect.
Huangfu Lan saw it was him and immediately stepped forward, "Second Imperial Brother!"
“Seventh Imperial Sister!” Huangfu Ting nodded.
The two stood together.
"Since there are so many people, why don't we drink and have some fun together?" Kitagong Minhao suggested.
Ji Wushang nodded. This suggestion was good! Otherwise, with so many people standing here, how could they create an opportunity for Yi Yun Muchen and Bei Gong Jueshi?
"Very well!" Huangfu Ting's eyes flickered slightly. "Guards, prepare for the banquet!"
The groups of two or three people finally dispersed.
Ji Wushang watched as Yiyun Shangcheng and Huangfu Ting walked away together, while Huangfu Lan stayed with Yiyun Muchen. These two were truly like siblings, each targeting the other, leaving absolutely no chance for anyone else!
However, Yi Yun Muchen still owes him something!
Ji Wushang stepped forward, "Princess Mu Chen."
"Yes, Princess Consort of the Southern Prince!" Yi Yun Muchen turned around and smiled at Ji Wushang.
Huangfu Lan waited quietly for Ji Wushang to say the next sentence.
"I'd like to speak with Princess Muchen. I'm very curious about the Western Regions and would like Princess Muchen to tell me about them," Ji Wushang said. "Would it be possible for me to speak with her?"
Huangfu Lan listened and knew that she was going to leave on her own, so she smiled and said, "You two chat first. I'm going to check on the banquet. You can come over here later!"
"Yes." Ji Wushang nodded.
Yi Yunmu Chen smiled and said, "Okay."
Ji Wushang watched Huangfu Lan walk away before saying, "Princess Mu Chen, I would like to invite you to sit here for a while."
“No problem,” Yi Yunmu Chen readily agreed.
Nan Xuzong watched Ji Wushang walk towards the Orchid Pavilion, then gestured to Beigong Jueshi, who immediately nodded and disappeared in a flash.
Bei Gongminhao sat opposite Nan Xuzong. "What did His Majesty say to you?"
"The King of the Western Regions wants to marry Princess Muchen to me!"
"How about that?"
"Absolutely not."
"His Majesty's reaction?"
"They said they'd discuss it later. Princess Mu Chen's memories should have been erased, so this matter is very simple for Bei Gong Jue Shi. It won't be too difficult!"
"That's good," Bei Gongminhao said. "The King of the Western Regions has no interest in the kingdom."
"That's a beauty?" Nan Xuzong sneered.
"However, he won't give up easily. I feel something is wrong with him giving you the Nine Turns Heavenly Palace."
“Ambition is not expressed in words. I don’t think it’s necessarily true that his ambition is not for the country. This Nine-Bend Heavenly Palace must have some secret! Using Wu Shang as bait is truly despicable!” Nan Xuzong’s anger rose slightly.
"Then why did you let Wu Shang accept it?"
“Otherwise, how would we know the Western Regions King’s next move!” Nan Xuzong’s eyes were deep.
"Alright!" Bei Gongminhao nodded. "If you dare to put Wushang in danger for your own purposes, I will destroy all your hard work!"
"You think I'm that kind of person? Beigong Minhao, I can't bear it. I want to... change my promise to you."
"Impossible!" Bei Gongminhao's anger flared. "What you promised me is absolutely non-negotiable. Besides, you have no way back! Everyone and everything requires a sacrifice. I know you're trying to find a foolproof solution, but do you think you can?"
Nan Xuzong tightened his grip on the armrests of his wheelchair slightly as he listened. "You're right!" he said, almost through gritted teeth.
"Don't worry!" Beigong Minhao looked at the beautiful figure, "I will always protect her..." His tone was soft.
“That’s why I made this agreement with you!” Nan Xuzong said.
Ji Wushang felt as if his heart had been gripped, his breathing became difficult, and his brows furrowed slightly.
Yi Yunmu Chen sensed something was wrong and immediately asked, "What's wrong?"
"I'm fine..." Ji Wushang shook his head, took a deep breath, and the feeling from before disappeared again. He had never felt this way before. What was it like? It was like a heart-wrenching pain.
Cong!
Ji Wushang suddenly shouted in his heart, looking at Yi Yunmu Chen, "Let's go to Lanting."
"Hmm." Seeing that she didn't show much expression, Yi Yunmu Chen had no choice but to give up.
Once seated in the Orchid Pavilion, Ji Wushang immediately spoke, "Princess Mu Chen, let me be frank, there's hardly anyone here, I..."
“I will make my brother change his mind. I know what you’re talking about.” Yi Yun Muchen interrupted Ji Wushang. “I saw Prince Nan… he and you are a match made in heaven. I don’t want to stand between you two. I will make my brother change his mind.”
"Thank you so much, Princess Muchen!" Ji Wushang exclaimed. "Princess Muchen, there is someone who wants to see you."
"Hmm? Who is it?" Yi Yun Muchen asked.
“He’s behind you.” Ji Wushang smiled. “Princess Mu Chen seems to have forgotten something. He will make you remember.”
Yi Yunmu Chen was surprised to hear this, but still turned around.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Ji Wushang immediately left and headed towards Nan Xuzong. He really wanted to see him right away. Why did he have that feeling?
Ji Wushang finally felt relieved when he saw Nan Xuzong and Beigong Minhao drinking together.
Just as she was about to step forward, she suddenly felt a large hand grab her waist and pull her over!
Ji Wushang exclaimed in surprise, but his mouth and nose were immediately covered!
Ji Wushang reached out and pulled the phoenix jade hairpin from her hair, then suddenly thrust it towards the man! The man in black was surprised, but at that moment, he heard someone approaching!
He immediately put Ji Wushang down and left the place in a flash.
Nan Xuzong had just unleashed his golden silk, but it was knocked back by a small pebble from the man in black!
Ji Wushang immediately ran to Nan Xucong, "Cong!"
"Wu Shang, are you alright?" Nan Xuzong immediately looked at her entire body.
"I'm fine." Ji Wushang calmed his emotions.
Nan Xuzong looked at the phoenix jade hairpin in her hand, "Jade hairpin..."
"There's blood! It's his, don't worry!" Ji Wushang was slightly surprised, not expecting that her jade hairpin had actually cut the person she had just spoken to in the heat of the moment!
"Who is that?" Nan Xuzong's eyes darkened slightly as he looked at her.
"I don't know. He was dressed in black and had sharp, cold eyes, but I couldn't tell who he was," Ji Wushang replied truthfully.
"I never expected that he would actually break into this Imperial Garden! And come and go as he pleases, this person is really something!" Nan Xuzong sneered, looking at Ji Wushang, "Why are you alone? You made me worry."
“I let them meet, so I came out. I was feeling really down, so I wanted to see you, but I never expected something like this to happen.”
"Hmm." Nan Xuzong took her phoenix jade hairpin, smelled the blood in his nostrils, then took out a silk handkerchief from his bosom and gently wiped it. After wiping, he took out a small bottle, opened it, applied some medicine, wiped it off, and was finally satisfied.