Chu Huaiyu was undoubtedly a great beauty.
Tonight, her crimson gown made her flawless skin appear even more radiant against the snow.
She was simply breathtakingly beautiful.
The surrounding guards and servants all stared at her, mesmerized.
What drew the most attention was that her sheer, large crimson dress was somewhat transparent, revealing glimpses of her inner garment.
And it was black!
Chu Qianli was also captivated.
Even in this era, they knew how to wear black undergarments to accentuate a sexy figure; it was truly advanced!
What's more, the size was not small at all, offering quite a view!
Even she couldn't help but steal a few extra glances.
Chu Huaiyu, however, appeared somewhat timid. After being pushed forward by her parents, she lowered her gaze and took small steps to the open space in the center of the venue.
"Your Highness, this is my fifth daughter, Huaiyu. Tonight, let Huaiyu perform a dance for Your Highness!"
Chu Hongtao clapped his hands, and the band immediately struck up a tune.
Chu Huaiyu took a deep breath, and as if compelled, struck her dancing pose.
The young ladies present were all grinding their teeth in envy!
Chu Huaiyu's dancing was truly exquisite!
Otherwise, would her title as one of the three great talents of the imperial city be undeserved?
Not only was she beautiful, but she was also talented and accomplished.
Whenever there was a family banquet, as long as Chu Huaiyu was present, the other young ladies were all overshadowed.
Even the former Chu Qianli was intensely jealous of Chu Huaiyu!
After the dance concluded, most of the men present were completely smitten.
Chu Huaiyu shyly glanced towards the main seat and saw Feng Yexuan drinking from his cup.
She wondered if he had watched her dance just now.
"Huaiyu, quickly go and offer wine to His Highness," Chu Hongtao urged.
Although His Highness had only occasionally glanced over earlier.
However, His Highness was still a man, and any man would be attracted by Chu Huaiyu tonight.
As long as Huaiyu could also marry into the Prince's manor, even as a concubine, Chu Hongtao was confident that Huaiyu would eventually become the main consort.
And afterward, ascend to the throne of Empress.
Then, he would become the Father of the Nation.
Even more majestic than his father!
"Xiao Qi, tonight is your first return visit after becoming the Crown Princess. Why don't you also perform a dance to liven things up?"
The sixth young lady, Chu Feixue, suddenly said.
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up.
Compared to appreciating Chu Huaiyu's dance, the young ladies were more eager to see Chu Qianli make a fool of herself.
Who told her to be the Xuan Wangfei!
Now, she was their greatest enemy!
Even the Second Madam smiled and said, "Yes, Xiao Qi, just dance a song and make everyone happy!"
"Ridiculous!"
Chu Qianli put down her cup and glanced at her sideways. "Dancing to liven things up has always been the job of courtesans and dancers. I, as the Xuan Wangfei, and you ask me to perform a dance? How audacious!"
Her few words choked the Second Madam and the Sixth Young Lady, making their faces flush, and they were unable to retort.
Chu Huaiyu, who had already walked to Feng Yexuan's side, stiffened all over. Her face, after flushing, instantly turned pale.
Chu Qianli... she had just equated her with courtesans and dancers!
This... was too bullying!
After reacting, Chu Feixue immediately said displeasedly, "Xiao Qi, by saying that, are you implying that Sister Huaiyu is as lowly as a dancer? You've gone too far!"
She secretly glanced at Feng Yexuan.
Prince Xuan was still drinking.
The wind blew on him, his hair gently swaying. A man was even more handsome than Chu Huaiyu, who stood not far from him!
Chu Feixue's heart fluttered as she watched.
But what made her happiest was that Feng Yexuan hadn't looked at Chu Qianli at all from beginning to end.
The rumors were true. The Xuan Prince indeed detested his new wife!
So, even if they joined forces to bully Chu Qianli, the Prince wouldn't care, right?