Poison Doctor Roaming the Martial World

Chapter 174: I didn’t hold my fart well!

Puyang Xuan held the lip rouge in his hand and twirled it. The rouge-red liquid gradually cooled and solidified into a paste. A flower with a pearl was also fixed in the lip rouge. The falling flower was intentional, and the lip rouge was affectionate. It was a good omen!

Encased in translucent orange glass, it appears both real and illusory, sparking the imagination!

Puyang Xuan was very satisfied with the gift he had prepared himself. He put the lip rouge back into the velvet box and put it into his waistband.

"Thank you very much, Manager Lan!"

Shopkeeper Lan smiled and waved her handkerchief, "Young master is too kind. It was you who did the work; I hardly deserve any credit!"

Puyang Xuan thanked Manager Lan again and left, his heart filled with joy that only those who had experienced it could understand!

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Just as Yang Jianwu was about to fall asleep, Emperor Dongli's long speech finally ended, and the banquet officially began.

For a time, the sounds of string and wind instruments filled the air, and the atmosphere was lively with clinking glasses, cheerful conversation, and great joy.

Yang Jianwu lifted the beaded curtain slightly with one hand, while casually picking up food from the plate with the other. The dishes were originally good, but by the time they came out of the kitchen and were passed from one palace servant to another into the main hall, they were basically cold and had lost their original flavor.

The fruit and desserts were alright, barely edible. Looking around cautiously, she noticed that most people hadn't touched the food; apparently, most thought it tasted bad, just like her…

Mo Yu's gaze occasionally lingered on Yang Jianwu, and it was rare to see her eating so calmly!

Most of the ladies and young women attending the banquet would spend their time socializing or showcasing their talents; very few were there really to eat...

Mo Ye noticed Mo Yu's gaze and guessed that Mo Yu was also still worried. He wanted to remind him, but the distance was too great, so he couldn't do it without making a sound.

Li Leru wanted to present herself as a virtuous wife and loving mother in front of everyone, so she took the initiative to serve food to Mo Yu. When she looked up, she saw Mo Yu staring at Yang Jianwu with a somewhat infatuated look in his eyes... A surge of jealousy rose in her heart, and she tightly twisted the handkerchief in her hands...

Rumor has it that Yang Jianwu often skipped school as a child, spending her days running around and playing. General Yang was busy with military affairs and neglected her education, so she probably doesn't have many skills now that she's grown up...

After considering her options, Li Leru rose and bowed to Emperor Dongli.

"Father, today's banquet is a farewell banquet for the envoys. The envoys will leave tomorrow, and we don't know when we will get together again. While everyone is in a good mood, let's have the young ladies of each family show off their talents. Firstly, it will allow the envoys to appreciate the charm of Dongli once again, and secondly, it will add to the festivities of the banquet. What do you think?"

After he finished speaking, he received strong approval from many of the ladies. At the welcoming banquet some time ago, Li Leru and Jin Ling'er had stolen the spotlight, and their own daughters had no chance to show off. Now that they were of marriageable age, making a name for themselves at the state banquet would be a great honor for their daughters and lay the foundation for their marriage. If they could catch the eye of an important person, that would be an even greater joy.

"The Seventh Prince's Consort is right. The envoys have come to Dongli for a rare occasion, so they must make sure they have a good time!"

"Yes, all the young ladies here are very talented. If each of them performs a piece, it will be just as entertaining as the performances by the Music Bureau!"

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Since everyone was eager to participate, Emperor Dongli was not about to refuse. "Since everyone agrees, the Seventh Prince's Consort will make the arrangements!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Li Le bowed deeply, her heart filled with joy, though she did not show it on her face. The more Mo Yu valued Yang Jianwu, the more determined she was to ruin Yang Jianwu's reputation, to let Dongli and even Xipan know that Yang Jianwu was nothing but an incompetent good-for-nothing!

Li Leru walked to the center of the stage, her every move exuding elegance and poise.

"At the welcoming banquet, we were honored by everyone's kindness and received the Emperor's commendation. This time, we will not participate and will leave the opportunity to the other sisters. The rules are the same as last time: you can perform alone or in pairs. As for the participants, in addition to the ladies who showcased their talents last time, we will add one more person today: Miss Yang, the daughter of General Yang!"

Many people below began to whisper among themselves. They had all heard of Yang Jianwu's exploits to some extent. How could a disfigured girl like her show off her talents at such an important banquet? Wouldn't that be a disgrace to Dongli?

Yang Jianwu had guessed Li Leru was up to no good the moment she opened her mouth; it turned out she wanted to embarrass her! That scheming bitch, blind as a battered wretch, trying to bully me? I'll show you what I'm made of later!

Li Le glanced at Yang Jianwu provocatively and continued her boastful talk, "I've heard that Madam Yang's dance once captivated the capital, winning the hearts of countless young men. I'm sure Miss Yang has also inherited some of her skills and will surely broaden our horizons! Alright, enough talk, ladies, please go and prepare!"

Many of the ladies got up and left. Since they were going to go on stage, they needed to make sure their makeup and clothing were appropriate so that they could show their faces in front of people.

Mo Ye didn't know what talents Yang Jianwu possessed, and considering that she couldn't even do needlework, he couldn't help but feel a little worried...

Turning her head, she happened to meet Mo Yu's gaze. Mo Yu smiled, pursed his lips, and closed his eyes slightly. Yes, Mo Yu and Xiao Wu'er were acquainted. With his confirmation, Xiao Wu'er's talents must be very good.