"Right, Gu Yuntong seems to be out on business and won't be back in the imperial city for some time."
Shen Yehong said, "Why don't you come to the palace with me? My father would love to meet you all. They were very happy to hear you've arrived in the imperial city."
"That might not be a good idea!" Lu Fan shook his head and said, "We came to the imperial city specifically to cause trouble for the Gu family. If we enter the palace, won't it imply a connection to the royal family? Then the Gu family will hold us accountable."
"The royal family holds the highest authority within the imperial city. How dare the Gu family do that?" Shen Yehong shook her head. "Moreover, my father has assured me that as long as you are in the imperial city, you will be under his protection." Su Dan Novel Network
"That's before anything happens!" Lu Fan chuckled. "Once something happens, it will be different. As a noble family of the Taiyan Dynasty, how can the Gu family give up so easily?"
Shen Yehong felt a bit helpless. Lu Fan's words were not unreasonable, and she had no intention of refuting them.
As they were talking, outside Shenxianju, a group of people suddenly arrived. The leader was dressed elegantly, holding a paper fan, and was walking towards Shenxianju.
"Little sister, I told you to introduce me, but you made me come here in person."
Shen Tian smiled and approached Lu Fan and the others, appearing harmless.
"Second brother, why are you here!" Shen Yehong frowned. "And you didn't even inform me."
"If I had informed you, I probably wouldn't have met these distinguished guests," Shen Tian said with a faint smile, and cupped his hands towards Lu Fan. "I am Yehong's second brother, and also the second prince of the Taiyan Dynasty. I hope I haven't intruded!"
"So, it's the Second Prince!"
Lu Fan cupped his hands slightly, feeling curious about why the Second Prince had come.
"Second brother, your sudden arrival is quite inappropriate," Shen Yehong said directly. "They don't know you!"
"I know that my intrusion is indeed somewhat inappropriate,"
Shen Tian smiled and said, "However, the students of Tongtian Academy are all peerless prodigies, and if I want to befriend them, I can only do so."
"Your Highness, you flatter us."
Bi Qing chuckled and said, "Although Tongtian Academy has a great reputation, we are merely disciples of it. We cannot be compared to a prince!"
"That is where you are mistaken. Those who can enter Tongtian Academy are no ordinary people."
Shen Tian smiled and said, "Since we have met by fate today, why don't we have a drink together and become friends?"
"Second brother, you didn't come here with ulterior motives, did you?" Shen Yehong rolled her eyes. "They are all my fellow disciples and have nothing to do with you. I think we should forget it."
"How can that be? Wouldn't that be very impolite?"
Shen Tian said seriously, "Moreover, I am inviting them because I want to make friends with them. Don't you agree, little sister?"
"Since it is second brother's wish, how can I dare to disobey," Shen Yehong said directly. "However, if second brother wants to invite them, he naturally needs their consent."
"Distinguished guests, do you have time?" Shen Tian smiled and said, "I have come to Shenxianju with great sincerity, hoping to make friends with you."
"Since Your Highness has personally invited us, how can we refuse!"
Bi Qing chuckled and said, "We should certainly accept your kind invitation."
"Come, prepare quickly. Serve all the specialty dishes of Shenxianju. We cannot neglect my distinguished guests!"
Shen Tian instructed a guard, his eyes filled with joy. He knew very well the high importance of Tongtian Academy, and being able to befriend people from Tongtian Academy was a great thing for him.
Within the Taiyan Dynasty, there were many princes, and there would inevitably be a struggle for succession in the future. If he could befriend these people in advance, it would be of great help to him in the future.
Shen Yehong naturally saw this, which was why she was so resistant. However, this was her second brother, so she couldn't say too much. It was just that in her heart, she did not think highly of this behavior.
They arrived at a private room in Shenxianju, and Shen Tian personally poured wine for everyone, acting very solicitous, completely unlike a prince. Although he was of high status, he knew very well that he had to humble himself before these masters to win their favor.
"Second brother, I've never seen you so solicitous in the palace," Shen Yehong said. "Even to father, you're not this polite."
"You don't know this, but this is the imperial city, and you are all esteemed guests of the royal family. How can I be negligent?"
Shen Tian chuckled and said, "Moreover, these are your friends. How can I put on airs in front of them!"
"I doubt that!"
Shen Yehong rolled her eyes. "The reason you're doing this is simply because you have other intentions."
"Some things don't need to be explained too clearly!" Shen Tian rolled his eyes. "Why don't you understand, you silly girl?"
"I understand, of course!"
Shen Yehong shrugged her shoulders. "It's just that I can't accept it, because your approach is too extreme."
"What are you talking about?" Liuli asked, confused. "I don't quite understand!"
"It's best if you don't understand. If you did, you wouldn't be in the mood."
Shen Yehong smiled faintly. "However, Shenxianju has many specialty dishes, and now my second brother has gathered them all. We can enjoy ourselves tonight."
Everyone chatted and laughed, their eyes filled with joy.
"Right, there will be a polo match in the palace soon. Are you all interested in participating?"
Shen Tian chuckled and said, "This polo match does not allow the use of spiritual power, and the winning side will receive generous rewards."
"Polo match?"
Lu Fan was a little surprised. "How have I never heard of polo matches in the Spiritual Realm?"
"To put it simply, it should be a polo match."
Shen Yehong said, "This kind of ball game is often seen in our royal family. It's normal that you don't know about it, as it is only popular within the royal family."
"So that's how it is!" Liuli quickly chimed in. "If that's the case, the polo match should be very lively!"
"Naturally, every polo match attracts quite a lot of attention," Shen Yehong nodded, and then looked at Shen Tian. "Second brother, you have ulterior motives by wanting them to participate in the polo match!"
"Since there's nothing to do in the imperial city, why not have some fun!" Shen Tian said directly. "I just don't know if you are willing?"
"Since Your Highness has personally invited us, how can we refuse."
Bi Qing said directly, "We would also like to see this polo match!"
Lu Fan hesitated for a moment and then nodded slightly. He actually didn't want to enter the palace, but it seemed he had no choice now.