"It's almost time. Wuyou, you haven't seen Ying'er."
The handsome emperor's gaze swept across the young talents beneath him. Then, he looked at the old emperor and the Empress Dowager beside him. There was a hint of rebuke, helplessness, and doting in his words.
Everyone sat upright. The old emperor and the empress dowager looked at each other and smiled. They shook their heads helplessly and dotingly.
A servant came forward and reported loudly, "Your Majesty, the general is about to lead the victorious army into the city from the east gate."
"Okay, let's welcome them!"
Emperor Xuanyuan Heng's heart skipped a beat. He followed the crowd and looked at the crowded streets.
Today was the 6th day of the sixth lunar month of the sixth year of the year, the Mighty General, Huo Xiao Han, led 300,000 troops to return to the court.
The people of Luo City had gathered on Zhuyan Street early. This was the only place that the army had to pass. They could see this rare scene and the young, promising, and famous general.
As for Emperor Xuanyuan Heng, he was leading a group of royal relatives, high officials, and close officials to sit in the largest hall of the Dongting Wine House in Luodu, ready to welcome the army into the city.
"Your Majesty and Empress Dowager, Princess Royal has arrived!"
Everyone was looking at the bustling scene on the street when they heard the servant report again.
When Xuanyuan Heng heard this, he quickly said with joy, "Okay, let's go!"
All the high-ranking officials and young talents present couldn't help but look serious, and they sat straighter and more nervously.
They realized that Princess Royal Wuyou was about to show up. The opportunity they had been looking forward to finally came.
In Donghao Country, there was no unmarried man and he didn't want to be the boss.
The royal family of Xuanyuan not only had handsome men, but also beautiful women.
It was said that the Emperor had three sister-in-law, each of whom was exceedingly beautiful. However, two of the three eldest princesses were already married, except for Xuanyuan Meng'er, who was the youngest among them. Her name was Wuyou, and she was 16 years old. She was still unmarried.
This was the dream of almost all men in Dong Hao.
"Princess Royal, His Majesty invites you!"
Standing at the door of the main hall, the eunuch bowed and bowed.
As soon as he finished speaking, they heard a crisp sound of a jade pendant outside the door. It was very light, as if it was floating with the wind, extremely light and pleasant.
Everyone couldn't help looking at the door.
Soon, a tall and graceful purple figure slowly walked into the hall accompanied by a group of palace maids in gorgeous clothes.
Through the light purple veil hanging down from the curtain hat, Xuanyuan Meng'er saw her father, brother, and mother in the seat of honor. She looked around and saw a group of young talents. They were nervous and full of expectation.
The corner of her mouth under the veil could not help but curl up into a smile.
No one could see her face and expression clearly through the veil, but she saw everything.
She knew that in order to find a good husband for her, her brother had spent a lot of effort. Almost all the talents and talents of Dong Hao had gathered here.
On the surface, it was a feast to watch the ceremony, but in fact, it was an opportunity for her to choose a person who was in line with her wishes.
However, how could these people attract her attention?
Ignoring everyone's admiring and curious eyes, Xuanyuan Meng'er walked to the high seat and bowed gracefully. Her voice was like a clear stream. "Greetings, Father and Mother. Greetings, Your Majesty."
"Meng'er, quickly sit beside my mother." Empress Dowager Wei extended a hand lovingly.
"Yes, thank you, Mother," said Xuanyuan Meng'er. She walked briskly to Empress Dowager Wei and sat down.
"Meng'er, you are going to watch the army enter the city today. How can you see it clearly with a curtained hat?" Empress Dowager Wei looked at her dotingly.
"Mother, did my brother urge me to come today just to watch the army enter the city? If that's the case, I'm really not interested!"
Xuanyuan Meng'er hugged one of Empress Dowager Wei's arms, both coquettish and complaining.
"You damn girl, nothing can be hidden from you." Queen Mother Wei smiled. "Look, the most outstanding unmarried man in Donghao has gathered here. If you can't find your long horse, you really can't get married in this life."
Mother, why are you in such a hurry to marry Meng'er?
"You're already sixteen years old. You can't delay your marriage any longer," Queen Mother Wei said seriously. "Your royal brother has worried a lot about this matter. Don't you know what's good for you today."
"Don't tell me that even if Meng'er can't pick the one she likes today, she has to get married?"
Xuanyuan Meng'er seemed to be wronged and angry. "Since father, mother, and brother all want to drive me out of the palace as soon as possible, why don't you appoint an old man today? I can marry him at will!"
"What are you talking about?"
Xuanyuan Heng turned his face and lowered his voice to persuade his willful and spoiled sister, who was obviously spoiled by the whole family. "No matter who you pick today, I will grant you a marriage. But if you can't choose what you want, I won't force you to marry."
"Really?" Xuanyuan Meng'er turned to look at Xuanyuan Heng and said happily, "You have nothing to say! Thank you, brother."
Xuanyuan Heng knew that this sister looked virtuous and dignified, but she was actually very naughty. He sighed slightly and continued to whisper, "Now, please take off your veil and let everyone see the true face of Princess Royal Wuyou."
"Royal brother, Meng'er hasn't found a husband yet?" Xuanyuan Meng'er grumbled in a low voice. "If I choose a long horse that I like, I'll follow your orders and take off my hat."
Xuanyuan Meng'er let go of Empress Dowager Wei's arm and sat up straight.
Xuanyuan Heng straightened his back and no longer cared about her stubbornness and rebellion.
Facing the ministers, he became serious. With a slight smile, he raised his voice and said, "It's rare for you to be so happy today. It's even more difficult for Tai Shang Emperor, Empress Dowager, and Princess Royal Wuyou to come here in person. Everyone, please introduce yourselves first! Murong process, you come first."
Everyone followed Xuanyuan Heng's words and looked at the second son of Supreme Commander Murong Song-Murongoff.
Murong Xiuxiao stood up gracefully with a smile on his face. He arched his hands and said, "Your Majesty, Hua Jian grew up with Princess Royal Wuyou. Do you know anything about Hua Jian?"
As he spoke, he looked confidently at Xuanyuan Meng'er, waiting for her response with a smile on his handsome face.
He had his own confidence. Among all the young talents, in terms of family background, appearance, and talent, if he accepted second place, he didn't believe that there would be anyone who dared to claim first place.
But he also hid his anxiety. He firmly believed that no one in the crowd could surpass his brilliance and attract Xuanyuan Meng'er's attention.
However, he was not sure that he would eventually be able to win her heart.
Xuanyuan Meng'er let out a soft laugh when she heard what Murongoff said. She tilted her head and looked at Xuanyuan Heng. She said playfully, "Huashen, even if he turned into ashes, I can still recognize him."
Murong Hua smiled and said nothing, but in his heart, he was extremely satisfied.
The words of Princess Royal Wuyou undoubtedly showed that she was very close to him. Who else among the many children of officials could have such a special relationship?
"Hahaha!" Xuanyuan Heng laughed heartily. "In that case, Hua Jian, sit down."
As soon as Murong were seated, a handsome man in splendid clothes stood up and cupped his hands respectfully at the three people sitting in front of him. "I'm Zhao Chong, Heir Apparent Hou. It's my great honor to meet Princess Royal today!"
Hearing this, Xuanyuan Meng'er, who was wearing a veil, couldn't help sneering.
He didn't have the chance to see her real face. Her words were too hypocritical.
Xuanyuan Meng'er was annoyed for no reason. She had no intention of listening to Zhao Chong's words.
She turned her head slightly and looked at the busy and expectant Zhuyan Street.
In the distance, the faint sound of horns and drums could be heard.
She knew that the youngest general of Donghao City, Huo Xiaohan, who was only 22 years old, was about to lead his 300,000 strong army into the city.