Chapter 356: The Empress Encouraged Them

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Chu Chengye had changed out of his court clothes. Before he came, he had put on a moon-white robe embroidered with dragons and auspicious clouds, which made him look tall and handsome. He had replaced the golden crown on his head with a jade crown, perfectly matching his elegant appearance.

The empress came out after dressing up. Seeing her son dressed so immaculately, she teasingly asked, “Where is my son off today? So cheerful.”

“Greetings, Mother. I have no urgent matters today, so I plan to attend a banquet.” Chu Chengye smiled, his appealing demeanor captivating even the empress.

However, the empress’s demeanor turned cold, her tone chilling, “Whose residence?”

Originally, Chu Chengye had intentionally concealed the truth. He knew that his mother did not like Su Yingxue. However, it was rare for him to receive an invitation from Su Yingxue. After arriving early to pay his respects today, he had planned to swiftly go to Su Yingxue’s side for the banquet.

Now…

Chu Chengye decided to disclose the truth to the empress. “Today is the birthday banquet of the Marquis of Martial South. I…”

“You wish to see Su Yingxue, right?” The empress sneered.

“Mother, please calm down.” Sensing the empress’s anger, Chu Chengye obediently knelt.

“Forget it. I also have a gift here. Take it to Su Yingxue.”

The empress gestured, and Liu Fu handed Chu Chengye a box.

Upon seeing a bright yellow silk cloth inside, Chu Chengye was slightly taken aback. “Mother, this decree…”

At the Marquis’s Manor. Su Yingxue hosted her third banquet at the residence, already showing great finesse. Guests were delighted, and even those who once held grudges couldn’t help but curry favor.

Su Yingxue graciously accepted everyone.

Approaching noon, it was almost time for the banquet to begin.

Su Dingheng came over, his face grim. “Did you invite Shulan and Rou’er? Why haven’t they arrived yet? Are you deliberately depriving me of family happiness?”

Su Yingxue’s eyes narrowed slightly, her voice indifferent. “Father, the banquet hasn’t commenced. No need to worry.”

With Chu Chengye’s appearance today, Su Yurou and Liu Shulan would surely come. But Chu Chengye had yet to arrive…

“The Seventh Prince has arrived!”

Someone announced loudly at the door.

Su Yingxue’s lips curled slightly. “Father, don’t worry. They’ll be here soon.”

Su Dingheng, though displeased, had to accompany Su Yingxue to the door to welcome Chu Chengye.

Chu Chengye’s arrival made quite an impression. All the young miss blushed at his peerless charm. He held a bright yellow silk cloth and was accompanied by Liu Shulan and her daughter.

Su Yingxue frowned slightly.

She intended to step forward to greet him, but Chu Chengye spoke coldly, “Marquis of Martial South, Su Yingxue accepts the edict!”

Quickly, Su Dingheng knelt.

Seeing Su Yingxue still standing, he tugged at her clothes. “What are you doing? Hurry and kneel to accept the decree.”

Su Yingxue knelt, her brows furrowing slightly.

“Lady Liu is wise, dignified, and virtuous, suitable to be bestowed the title of concubine to the Marquis of Martial South. Her daughter, Su Yurou, is learned, elegant, and charming, suitable to be named County Lord of Roucheng. All in the Marquis’s Manor of South shall be rewarded.”

After Chu Chengye read the decree, Su Dingheng joyfully received it.

He approached Liu Shulan and her daughter, beaming. “Lan’er, Rou’er, you can finally enter the manor legitimately!”

The empress’s decree not only admitted Liu Shulan but also honored Su Yurou with the title of county lord, elevating her status to match Su Yingxue’s.

In front of Su Yingxue, Su Yurou held her chin high, displaying a proud demeanor..