Prince of the West, there should be a flower festival in a few days, right? (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)

Xu Zifeng was drinking heartily when he suddenly noticed Li Ji, the Prince of the West, spring to his feet across from him, disbelief written all over his face.

Puzzled, he turned to look, nearly dropping the wine cup in his hand.

A handsome young gentleman carrying a jade-boned folding fan was strolling toward them.

He wore a moon-white brocade robe, with an ancient-looking Jade Pendant hanging at his waist. His robes fluttered as he walked, making him look like an immortal descended to the mortal world.

His brows were like distant mountains, his eyes like stars, and the faintest smile lingered on his lips. He radiated a noble bearing that made others dare not look directly at him.

"Your Maj-" Li Ji had barely begun when a look from the newcomer silenced him.

"Li Chen of the Myriad Treasures Chamber of Commerce greets you all." The newcomer gently waved his folding fan, his voice clear and resonant.

The entire courtyard fell utterly silent. The officials exchanged glances, then understood at once.

His Majesty was making an incognito inspection!

Though they could not perform a formal bow, everyone instinctively straightened their backs, their attitudes so respectful that they bordered on stiff.

Li Meng's eyes lit up as though stars had fallen into them.

She hurried over to Li Chen, all her earlier restraint forgotten, and charmingly tugged at his sleeve. "Big bwother, what brings you here?"

Li Meng had also asked Ma Hei to notify the Myriad Treasures Chamber of Commerce that she would be attending this banquet, so the news had naturally reached Li Chen.

Li Chen fondly ruffled her hair. "I came once I finished taking care of things at home."

Lowering his voice, he continued, "Well? These officials haven't been bullying you, have they?"

Li Meng hurriedly