nashuaworldcup Chapter 147 Ye Jingchu Becomes the Crown Prince
Chapter 147 Ye Jingchu Becomes the Crown Prince
"Don't worry, Miss..." Wen Nuan glanced gratefully at Dongfang Wan'er, then turned and left.
Just then, Hu Zi suddenly jumped down from the tree and asked curiously, "Miss Wan'er, what did your father do to offend you? Why did you bring an enemy in?"
"There are some things you don't need to know too much about; it'll be better for you!" Dongfang Wan'er frowned, thinking that this Tiger was too idle...
"You're so free, why don't you go train with Ye Jiuchen?" Dongfang Wan'er said casually, looking at Hu Zi standing there leisurely.
"No, I'm very busy!" Upon hearing that he was going to train with Ye Jiuchen, Hu Zi shook his head and waved his hands in fright, then turned and ran away. He knew very well that Ye Jiuchen's place was like hell, a place no normal person could possibly stay in!
"Miss, Miss, an invitation has arrived!" Just then, a maid's respectful voice came from outside the door.
Qiuqin took the invitation and walked to Dongfang Wan'er's side.
"Miss, here you go!" She handed the invitation to Dongfang Wan'er.
Dongfang Wan'er accepted the invitation and gently opened it.
"It's actually an invitation from Ye Jingchu! So Ye Jingchu has become the Crown Prince!" Dongfang Wan'er thought to herself, a hint of surprise and doubt flashing across her face.
She couldn't help but recall her past life, when Ye Jingchu had only been able to ascend to the position of Crown Prince with her help. Yet now, without her support, Ye Jingchu had also successfully become Crown Prince.
Dongfang Wan'er believed that all of this might be related to Ye Jiuchen. After all, Emperor Ye Erxiao had suffered a great humiliation, and in order to stabilize the situation, he might have prematurely chosen a crown prince. Thinking of this, Dongfang Wan'er's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile.
Not long after, an imperial edict arrived at the Marquis's residence, announcing that Dongfang Mingzhu had been made a concubine of the Crown Prince. Upon hearing this news, Dongfang Wan'er sneered, "Heh, Dongfang Mingzhu has finally gotten her wish, but being a concubine of the Crown Prince isn't so easy!"
She knew all too well the intrigue and power struggles within the palace, and that even as a concubine of the crown prince, one could not necessarily find true happiness.
As for the purpose of Ye Jingchu's banquet, Dongfang Wan'er guessed it was to celebrate his ascension to the position of Crown Prince.
Just then, An Ye came to report to Dongfang Wan'er: "Your Highness, the Prince broke through his bottleneck after returning to the manor last night and is currently in seclusion to cultivate. I have come to inform you of this."
Dongfang Wan'er nodded, indicating that she understood. However, An Ye did not leave.
Dongfang Wan'er asked curiously, "Is there anything else?"
An Ye respectfully replied, "Your Highness has ordered me to protect the Princess's safety."
"Alright, perfect timing. I'm going to the Crown Prince's residence tomorrow, but it's not appropriate to bring guards. You can dress up as a woman to protect me!" A sly glint flashed in Dongfang Wan'er's eyes; she wanted to tease the usually serious An Ye.
"Yes!" An Ye agreed without hesitation. He knew that his mission was to protect Dongfang Wan'er, and he would carry out the mission without hesitation, no matter what the circumstances.
"How boring..." Dongfang Wan'er didn't expect An Ye to agree like this. She originally thought there would be some interesting reactions, but now it seems that he is just a machine that absolutely obeys orders.
The next day!
Sunlight streamed through the window and onto the bed. Dongfang Wan'er was pulled up by Qiu Qin and began to wash and dress. Meanwhile, An Ye, already dressed in women's clothing, waited quietly.
"Hahaha, Brother Dark Night, I didn't expect you to look so good dressed as a woman..." Tiger looked at Dark Night with a grin, making no attempt to hide his appreciation for his female attire.
An Ye's face darkened, and he drew his sword with a grim expression.
"Don't be angry, Brother Dark Night, pfft... hahahaha!" Tiger couldn't help but laugh out loud, only to see Dark Night draw his sword and stab him.
"Wow, it's for real!" Tiger jumped away to avoid the attack, secretly glad he hadn't laughed too much earlier.
The two exchanged blows, and for a time they were evenly matched.
Dongfang Wan'er frowned as she watched them playfully bickering, thinking to herself, "Why are these two acting like children?"
Soon, Dongfang Wan'er finished washing and dressing, and changed into a beautiful outfit. Just then, Lu Wanning walked in.
"Wan'er!" she called softly.
"Mother, you've come!"
"Yes, Wan'er, be careful when you go to the Crown Prince's place this time. Mother can't go with you!"
"Mother, don't worry. Did you see those two in the yard? Who can bully me!"
Lu Wanning looked at the two fighting in the yard and shook her head helplessly!
"Okay, go early and come back early!"
"Don't worry, Mother!"
As they reached the door... Dongfang Wan'er and Dongfang Mingzhu bumped into each other!
Oriental Pearl raised her head and looked at Oriental Wan'er...
"Sister, oh no, Dongfang Wan'er, now that I am the Crown Prince's concubine, shouldn't you bow to me when you see me!"
Looking at Dongfang Wan'er's clothes, Dongfang Mingzhu thought, "Why can she wear such fine clothes and the best jewelry? My clothes and jewelry aren't as good as hers. Luckily, I'm about to become Jingchu's concubine!"
"Ha, Oriental Pearl, I didn't ask you to bow to me, yet you're already putting on airs. Putting aside the fact that you're still the Crown Prince's betrothed concubine, just considering my status, shouldn't you call me Imperial Sister-in-law?"
Oriental Pearl Tower, trying to intimidate me with your status? I'll see who can intimidate whom!
"You..." Dongfang Mingzhu was stunned, not expecting Dongfang Wan'er to suddenly appear and speak to her so rudely.
"What do you mean, 'you'? Don't you even bow? Does the Crown Prince not respect the Regent?" Dongfang Wan'er spoke coldly again, her authoritative tone sending a chill down Dongfang Mingzhu's spine.
Dongfang Mingzhu gritted her teeth, cursing inwardly, but dared not show it on her face. She knew she couldn't offend Dongfang Wan'er, after all, Dongfang Wan'er was now the Crown Princess, and her status was higher than hers.
"Royal Sister-in-law!" Dongfang Mingzhu reluctantly bowed, then turned and boarded the carriage. She secretly vowed to find a chance to get revenge.
Watching Dongfang Mingzhu's departing figure, Qiuqin couldn't help but say, "Miss, this second young lady is really getting carried away!" She really couldn't stand Dongfang Mingzhu's arrogant and domineering attitude.
Dongfang Wan'er smiled slightly and comforted her, "Heh, it's alright, let's go!" She knew that there was still a big show to be staged today, and she wanted to enjoy it.
The Crown Prince's residence was brightly decorated and bustling with activity. Those attending the banquet were all high-ranking officials and nobles; almost everyone was present. Besides celebrating the Crown Prince's birthday, the banquet had another important purpose—to select consorts for the Crown Prince and his princes.