Section 2

The Southern King looked at her for a while and said, "You are indeed very suitable."

Once again receiving the affairs of the world, the wild geese merely smiled in response. Complying with their arrangements in a proper manner, after bathing, she did not bother to adorn herself. Two maidservants, seeing that their persuasion was in vain, directly led her into the new chamber. The room was clearly arranged with intention, the bed curtains and bedding adorned in celebratory colors, and several maidservants were already waiting inside.

The veil falls away, revealing the visage in its entirety

"Perhaps there will be esteemed guests arriving tonight," Yan Chu slowly sat up, smiling, "Your Highness may consider how to deal with Yan Chu after meeting the esteemed guests."

The veil of concealment has been lifted, revealing the stunning beauty in its entirety

"Since you are mine, the term 'common woman' no longer belongs to you," the Southern King raised his hand to touch the veil, paused for a moment, then suddenly let it go, smiling as he said, "No one is willing to share the beauty of their woman, so I must disappoint you all"

In just half a day, the rumors have spread throughout the capital

The King of the South suddenly arrived, and in the haste, I was unable to greet him, which was disrespectful. From behind the screen came the sound of footsteps, neither hurried nor slow. After a moment, the King of the South walked out, dressed in ordinary attire, with a spring-like expression on his face

Yan Chudao: "I have mentioned that if Your Highness does not want me, you will surely regret it."

It is known that the newcomer will be favored, and although the servants and maids look down upon Yan Chu's background, they do not dare to treat her harshly; instead, they are careful in their dealings with her, seeking to please and flatter her.

During the night, King Ding visited King Nan, which was even more unbelievable than King Nan attending the wedding banquet at King Ding's residence during the day. In the main hall of King Nan's residence, Xiao Qi sat upright in a chair, with a cup of hot tea placed on the table beside him. Two guards stood on either side behind him, while dozens of guards outside pressed their hands on the hilts of their swords, confronting the guards of King Nan's residence, creating an extremely tense atmosphere

The wild goose initially evaded him without leaving a trace

The slender fingers paused slightly, then gently glided over the smooth cheek, the elegant brows, the delicate nose, and the vibrant red lips, before suddenly gripping the petite chin.

The carriage stopped outside the South Wangfu, and the South Wang alighted, accompanied by the Wangfei as they ascended the steps slowly

Xiao Qi stood up and calmly cupped his hands in salute: "Your Highness must already be aware of Xiao Qi's intentions

Xiao Qi has an urgent matter to discuss. If Your Highness insists on not appearing, I must apologize for my rudeness

Xiao Qi was moved and suddenly stood up: "Xi Luo!"

The commoner girl, Yue Yan, has just arrived.

The crown has been removed, and her long hair is casually tied up with a single ink jade hairpin, with a few strands falling down, enhancing her already strikingly beautiful and enchanting features. The ink phoenix red robe has also been taken off, replaced by a pure black outer robe, partially revealing her snow-white inner garment, exuding an imperceptible chill. Her posture of looking down brings a subtle sense of oppression.

The wild goose initially did not dare to make any assumptions on its own

Your appearance has forced this king to confront Xiao Qi

Yan looked at the Southern King with a face full of confusion, while the Southern King, maintaining his composure, released his hand and gestured for her to rise

"Women are not suited for this path; you are playing with fire and will burn yourself." The Southern King raised his hand, and with his fingers, he gently and slowly traced her face through the veil, feeling its contours

"Whether you admit it or not, I will not allow you to stay here any longer," Xiao Qi tried to soften his tone. "I know you resent me, Xiluo, and I will explain it to you..."

The wild goose, shaking its head for the first time, said: "Before today, I was merely an ordinary dancer, how could I possibly aspire to such high status, Your Highness, please investigate thoroughly."

The goose interrupted him in a good-natured manner: "The Duke must have mistaken me for someone else; I am not the one known as Xiluo."

Yan Chudao was quite casual, having dined in the presence of numerous maidservants, and then sat alone on a chair, slowly savoring tea, until dusk approached and lights were lit throughout the garden

"Your Highness is teasing me again!" A slender figure flashed out and directly sat on his lap, wrapping her arms around his neck in a playful manner

"Once you are in my grasp, you will no longer have the authority to make decisions," the candlelight cast shadows that danced in his eyes. The Southern King lowered his head and said, "Have you ever considered that I may not fulfill your wishes?"

King Nan reined in his smile: "If King Ding is like this, could there be a reason?"

Seeing that he intended to break in, the household servants hurriedly shouted to stop him

At the banquet of the Duke of Ding, the Southern King personally went to offer his congratulations and during the event, he acquired a stunning dancer.

The beaded curtain lightly jingled as a tall figure entered, and the maidservants discreetly withdrew.

The Southern King stopped in front of her, not offering her support: "What does this king need to hide?"

The Southern King gestured for the guards to withdraw, invited him to sit again, and then took the main seat himself. He smiled towards the screen and said: "If you can make the Ding King remember you so fondly, Yan'er, you should be even more pleased with yourself."

Dangerous distance, a feeling of being controlled

The corners of her eyes lifted slightly, and Yan Chu straightened up and said: "Your Highness, did you not originally have a confrontation with him?"

As soon as the words fell, she felt a tightening around her waist, an arm with an irresistible force pressed her entire body against him

Facing the visitor, Yan Chu still wore a veil, sweeping away the charm of the day, and calmly rose to pay her respects: "The color that is best at hiding, Your Highness, suits you very well in black"

Xiao Qi fixed his gaze on her and asked, "Then, what is your surname?"

"Your Highness is mistaken. Women are inherently suited for this path. The people of the Flame Kingdom have a natural inclination for playing with fire, as long as Your Highness is willing to take the lead."

The scene before him brought both shock and joy, but also an uncontrollable anger. Xiao Qi stepped forward two paces and said, "Stop making a fuss, come back with me!"

Old acquaintance?" The Southern King unexpectedly turned to Yan Chu and asked, "Do you know the Ding King?"

Outside the main gate of the South King’s Mansion in the capital, there are two stone-carved fire spirit beasts. The guards stand with their swords drawn, making it difficult for even the most skilled individuals to enter, showcasing an air of solemn grandeur. A group of people approaches from a distance, with fifty imposing guards on horseback leading the way, followed by several horse-drawn carriages, the first two of which are adorned more lavishly.

The Southern King unceremoniously threw her onto the bed: "Will your value be greater? I look forward to confirmation"

Xiao Qidao: "This woman is an old acquaintance of mine, I hope Your Highness does not find it amusing." The person from his memories appeared in the arms of another man, and this man was his rival, which ultimately led to his earlier loss of composure

Yan Chudao: "Everything should be utilized to its fullest; Your Highness will not abandon greater value of utilization"

All the guests are looking at the Southern King

Your Highness has rested, it is best for the Duke to take his leave now

The Southern Princess never expected that during a banquet, another woman would appear by her husband's side. Moreover, it is said that she possesses exceptional dancing skills and boldly offers herself as a bedfellow in public, suggesting that she is certainly not a person of modest demeanor. Although the Southern Princess feels jealousy, she does not dare to express it too openly in front of the Southern King. Instead, she can only smile and offer her congratulations, instructing her maid to take Yan Chu down to settle in.

The person I seek also bears the surname Yue, specifically the Yue family of Yue Yishan.