The Moon is Full in the Traveling House

Chapter 153 Return to Beijing, Palace Banquet

After seeing Wang Shen, Master Chen Xuan turned and walked towards his own tent, intending to have a good rest. However, when he walked to the door of the tent, he suddenly saw a beautiful figure standing alone in the moonlight. Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Princess Qianying.

Master Chen Xuan was slightly stunned, then he quickly walked forward and said softly: "Princess, it's late at night, why haven't you rested yet?"

Princess Qianying raised her head and looked at Master Chenxuan worriedly, and slowly said, "I heard everything Duanmu Ying said before. Are you...are you okay?"

Master Chen Xuan smiled bitterly and shook his head gently, "Thank you for your concern, Princess. It was just some clumsy provocation. I didn't take it seriously. Thank you for your concern, Princess."

Princess Qianying seemed to be relieved and breathed a sigh of relief, saying softly, "That's good. Just ignore that sinister villain."

Young Master Chen Xuan smiled and nodded, saying in agreement: "Princess, you are absolutely right. I'm sorry that you have been frightened these days. Why don't I take you back to rest." As he spoke, he made a gesture of invitation.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, sir."

Shortly after Duanmu Ying was arrested, Master Chenxuan sent someone to pass the news to General Xiao Yi. After Xiao Yi learned about this, he immediately led his men back. This time, because the general who protects the country was in person, they did not encounter any assassination attempts along the way.

At the same time, after Wang Shen took the precious elixir provided by the General's Mansion, his wound condition was under control and no longer worsened. After careful diagnosis and treatment by Yao Xian, it was finally determined that Wang Shen was not seriously injured. So he also decided to follow the main force back to the capital.

After a long journey, on the seventh day, everyone finally arrived at the gate of the capital. To everyone's surprise, Prince Xie Tianlin actually came here in person to wait for everyone's return and warmly welcomed them.

"General Xiao, Lord Yang, you have worked hard on the journey. My father ordered me to be here to welcome you all back from your triumph. The palace has prepared a banquet to celebrate your victory. By the way, where are the envoys from Chu? I'll go and say hello to them first." Xie Tianlin stood at the city gate, looking at the huge team in the distance with a faint smile on his face.

"Your Highness, it is my duty to share the worries of the court. I dare not complain. The envoys of Chu are behind us." Master Chenxuan said with a smile. He saw Zhao Ziyuan riding his horse forward from the corner of his eye. Master Chenxuan immediately introduced him, "Your Highness, this is the second prince of Chu."

Zhao Ziyuan nodded and bowed to Xie Tianlin, with a barely perceptible gleam in his eyes: "Ziyuan greets His Royal Highness, I have heard of His Royal Highness's great name for a long time, and today I am fortunate to meet him. I know that hearing about him is not as good as meeting him in person!"

Xie Tianlin was slightly stunned, then raised a smile, nodded and returned the greeting: "The Second Prince's reputation is well-known, and I have heard of him in Shun State. Now that he has come to Dashun, it is really an honor for us. The palace has prepared a banquet, why don't we go into the palace first."

After that, Xie Tianlin turned and walked towards the city, and the ministers behind him followed. Master Chenxuan and Zhao Ziyuan looked at each other, both smiled, and then followed Xie Tianlin.

The group marched into the capital in a mighty procession. The streets were crowded with people, and cheers were heard one after another. Xie Tianlin rode on his horse, looking through the crowd, and a feeling of pride surged in his heart.

Soon, they arrived at the palace, where a grand banquet was waiting for them. The palace was brightly lit, dancers were dancing, and musicians were playing cheerful music.

Emperor Xie Wushang sat on the main seat, wearing a dragon robe, with a majestic and calm temperament. Next to him, Concubine Shu, Concubine De, Concubine Xian, and Concubine Li sat on the left and right sides of the lower seat, wearing gorgeous palace costumes, with beautiful faces and graceful figures.

Next came the King of Ye and his wife. They sat there calmly and didn't say much. Then came the King of Qi and his wife. They were talking and laughing. They were often the protagonists of various banquets and knew how to handle these things. The King of Rui, the Sixth Prince, and the Seventh Prince were in order. These three were still young and unmarried, so they sat at their own table.

Further back, the eldest princess, Marquis Shenwei, and his son and his wife sat together. The left prime minister and his wife, the right prime minister and his wife also sat in their respective seats, with solemn expressions. Sitting in the last row were Madam Xiao, Xiao Anya and others, who were quietly waiting for the banquet to begin.

Xiao Anning sat with Princess Yuehua, Princess Xin'er, Cai Ruoyun, and Yang Qingxue, the granddaughter of the left prime minister. She was wearing a light blue palace dress with long hair draped over her shoulders, and she was beautiful. Princess Yuehua and Princess Xin'er were also dressed elegantly and had beautiful looks. Cai Ruoyun was wearing a pink long dress, fresh and refined. Yang Qingxue was only thirteen years old, wearing a white dress. Although she was still young, it was not difficult to see that she was a beauty. She and Princess Xin'er got together and had endless topics to talk about. Knowing that Princess Xin'er was in poor health, the people present took special care of her.

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has arrived, the Second Prince of Chu and Princess Qianying have arrived, General Xiao has arrived, and Lord Yang has arrived!"

As the eunuchs shouted, Crown Prince Xie Tianlin and the envoys from the State of Chu came into everyone's sight.

They were seen wearing gorgeous robes and walking into the hall with steady steps. The crown prince Xie Tianlin walked in the front, with an upright posture, noble temperament, solemn and confident expression; the second prince of Chu, Zhao Ziyuan, followed closely behind, he was tall, handsome, and his eyes revealed determination and wisdom; Princess Qianying walked on the right side of the second prince, she was beautiful, wearing a purple dress fluttering in the wind, as stunning as a fairy descending to the earth. Following closely behind were Master Chenxuan and General Xiao. Each of them had his own merits, like a beautiful landscape.

"Father, the envoy from Chu State has arrived." Xie Tianlin bowed to Xie Wushang and reported.

"Zhao Ziyuan, the second prince of Chu, and Princess Qianying greet His Majesty the Emperor Shun. May His Majesty be blessed with good health!"

Zhao Ziyuan and Princess Qianying spoke at the same time, their tone respectful. They both saluted, their movements graceful and smooth, showing the royal demeanor.

"No need to be polite. The Second Prince and Princess Qianying have come from afar, and I am honored to have you here. Today, I am hosting a banquet to welcome you. Please take your seats. Crown Prince, Lord Yang, General Xiao, please sit in the VIP seats with the distinguished guests from Chu!"

Xie Wushang responded with a smile and motioned for them to take their seats.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Zhao Ziyuan and Princess Qianying answered in unison, then stood up and walked to their seats.

"Thank you, Your Majesty. However, an old man like me will not join the young people. I'd rather sit next to Madam. How about letting my daughter sit with Princess Qianying? I'm sure the young people will have more to talk about if they sit together." Xiao Yi said after expressing his gratitude.

The emperor smiled and replied, "Haha, I didn't think it through. This is what I should do."

Xiao Yi bowed slightly to express his gratitude, then turned and walked towards his wife.

At the same time, Xiao Anya, who was sitting next to her mother, couldn't help but feel a little nervous after hearing her father's words, but she quickly calmed down. She stood up to thank him and performed a standard etiquette, showing an elegant and generous temperament. Then, she slowly walked to the seat next to Princess Qianying and sat down.