The emperor was dressed in bright yellow robes, looking majestic and imposing. Beside him, Concubine Chen was clad in red, which made her fair and slender neck look even more delicate. Her waist was so slender that it seemed one could easily grasp it. Her big eyes were full of charm, with a hazy look in them. Her small mouth was slightly upturned, and her red lips were slightly parted. She looked much more enchanting than Su Yueyue.
Compared with Concubine Chen, Su Yueyue was like an immature young girl. It seemed that Su Yueyue could never learn Concubine Chen's charm.
Finally seeing Concubine Chen, Su Mingyu finally understood why, with three thousand beauties in the emperor's harem, he doted only on Concubine Chen. Such a charming woman, no one would let go easily.
Thinking this way, Su Mingyu quietly glanced at Gu Ruobai from the corner of her eye. But as soon as their eyes met, she was met with a pair of pitch - black eyes that reflected only herself. This realization warmed Su Mingyu's heart. She turned around, grinned at Gu Ruobai, then motioned with her eyes for him to look at Concubine Chen and whispered in a voice only they could hear, "See? This is a real beauty."
Gu Ruobai looked at her mysterious look and helplessly waved his finger, signaling her not to be distracted.
Finally, the emperor slowly ascended to his high seat. After sitting down, he waved his hand and said, "Get up. Today's banquet was originally just to celebrate the birth of another prince. I didn't expect all of you to be so kind - hearted. There are so many of you."
Those led by Shi Minglong quickly bowed and saluted, "Your humble servants just want to share the joy of the little prince. Please don't blame us, Your Majesty."
The emperor was already in a good mood because of the little prince. After being flattered by Shi Minglong, he felt even better. "You're so kind - hearted. How could I blame you? My dear minister, please sit down quickly. The banquet is about to start."
Throughout the banquet, the most things Su Mingyu heard were praises for the emperor and the little prince. It seemed that no one had thought that without Yan Shiqi in front of them, the little prince might never have been born.
Gu Ruobai keenly sensed Su Mingyu's displeasure. He poured her a glass of wine and asked in confusion, "What's wrong with you?"
Su Mingyu shook her head. "It's okay. I just think these ministers are really good at flattering."
The little prince had just been born and wasn't brought out to be seen, so everyone could only chat idly.
When everyone had almost finished eating, Su Mingyu noticed that Concubine Chen was invited to the back. So she quickly said hello to Gu Ruobai and followed her.
Concubine Chen walked all the way towards the harem. Presumably, she was going to see the little prince.
Su Mingyu followed her all the way. Finally, when turning a corner, she "accidentally" bumped into Concubine Chen.
"Oops, sorry, sorry." Su Mingyu apologized without even raising her head.
Concubine Chen looked down. "You are..."
Su Mingyu quickly introduced herself. "Hello, I'm Su Mingyu, the unmarried wife of the Prince Ruixian."
"Oh, I know you." Concubine Chen raised her eyebrows. "I heard you were very imposing during the autumn hunt."
Su Mingyu waved her hand and smiled sheepishly. "No, it was just good luck."
"Good luck can let you hunt a bear?" Concubine Chen narrowed her peach - blossom - like eyes, showing no sign of joy or anger. "This is the harem. The banquet is in the front courtyard. Why are you here?"
Su Mingyu felt a bit embarrassed and scratched her nose. She looked around and found that the maids were all minding their own business. Then she said, "Actually, I got lost. I went out to use the toilet, but I couldn't find my way back."
"Concubine Chen, you're going back to the banquet hall too, right? Take me with you."
There was no calculation in Su Mingyu's bright eyes. She looked very sincere. But Concubine Chen had been through many hardships in the palace for so many years, so she wasn't so easy to believe Su Mingyu. She just said no and then called a little maid. "You take this Miss Su to the front courtyard. I'm going back to rest."
"Um..." Su Mingyu called out to Concubine Chen. "Concubine Chen, are you going back to see the little prince?"
Concubine Chen nodded. "Yes, it's time to breast - feed him."
"Can I go with you to have a look?" Su Mingyu blinked her beautiful big eyes. "To be honest with you, Concubine Chen, I'm also pregnant, so I want to learn from you."
Concubine Chen looked at her and after a long while, she asked, "Pregnant?"
Su Mingyu nodded. "Originally, the Prince Ruixian and I wanted to prepare for our wedding for a while, but my younger sister's wedding has been delayed for so long."
Everyone in the capital knew about Su Yueyue and the King Yu's wedding. Concubine Chen nodded. "Since you want to have a look, then come. But be quiet."
Su Mingyu gratefully said thank you and then followed her.
It must be said that since Concubine Chen was favored, her palace looked very imposing. Su Mingyu couldn't help but look around.
Seeing this, a flash of imperceptible contempt flashed in Concubine Chen's eyes. "I've heard that the Prince Ruixian always likes simplicity, so his mansion should not have so many fancy things. I think it must be very comfortable. Look at my place, all decorated with carvings of dragons and phoenixes. Outsiders may think it's luxurious, but I just find it dazzling."
Su Mingyu immediately understood what she meant. She raised her eyebrows. "The Prince Ruixian's current status doesn't allow him to use such good things. It would be a waste. Unlike you, Concubine Chen, with your outstanding temperament, only such good decorations can match you."
Concubine Chen's eyebrows and eyes relaxed. "You're really good at talking."
"Mingyu is just telling the truth." Su Mingyu's tone was always very modest.
When Su Mingyu followed Concubine Chen into the inner room and saw the legendary little prince, she couldn't help but think that this child was so clean - looking. Although he was sleeping with his eyes closed at the moment, his appearance was eight - tenths similar to Concubine Chen's.
"This child is so well - behaved. He looks just like the emperor." Su Mingyu stepped forward to take a look. "He will surely be a magnificent man when he grows up."
While saying this, Su Mingyu always paid attention to Concubine Chen's reaction. When she heard Su Mingyu say that the child looked like the emperor, Concubine Chen obviously let out a sigh of relief.
Su Mingyu narrowed her eyes. "Concubine Chen, your child is so cute. I guess there must have been a great expert by your side to help you protect the fetus, right?"
As soon as Su Mingyu said this, Concubine Chen's face changed. "What do you mean?"
Su Mingyu raised her eyebrows. "To be honest with you, Concubine Chen, I know Leng Ziyue. He's the one protecting my fetus. But as you know, he has a very strange personality and is like a wandering sorcerer. So I'm a bit worried about his medical skills."