Just then, Xue Tianxing's eyes lit up—the entrance to the hall welcomed three familiar figures: Shui Wuyue, Shui Bing'er, and Shui Yue'er.
Shui Wuyue wore a light blue gown, gentle in temperament yet carrying an undeniable dignity. Shui Bing'er was dressed in white, looking somewhat more lively than she had a month ago. Shui Yue'er trailed closely behind her sister like a little tagalong, curiously taking in everything inside the hall.
Shui Bing'er happened to spot Xue Tianxing as well. A smile instantly appeared on her face, and she gave him a light wave.
Warmth filled Xue Tianxing's heart, and he smiled back.
Once all the guests had taken their seats, the banquet was about to begin.
Just then, Xue Tianxing suddenly felt a sharp gaze fixed firmly upon him, making him feel uncomfortable all over.
Following that gaze, he discovered that the one staring at him was Xue Qinghe, the second prince of the Heaven Dou Empire!
"Qian Renxue?"
Xue Tianxing was startled. As a transmigrator, he knew better than anyone that the Xue Qinghe before him was not the true eldest prince of Heaven Dou, but Qian Renxue, the young mistress of Spirit Hall, in disguise!
Why was she staring at him? Had she noticed something unusual?
Xue Tianxing forced himself to remain calm and casually looked away, though his heart was full of confusion and wariness.
Ning Fengzhi, seated beside Xue Qinghe, also noticed her odd behavior and quietly asked:
"Qinghe, what is it? You've been staring at that little prince of the Balak Kingdom."
Xue Qinghe abruptly came back to her senses. Realizing she had lost her composure, she quickly withdrew her gaze and gave Ning Fengzhi a gentle smile.
"Teacher, I'm fine. I had long heard that Xue Tianxing, the little prince of the Balak