Just as the three of them stepped in, they bumped into a figure that was all too familiar.
Crown Prince, Xue Qinghe.
He was dressed in a magnificent golden python robe, with a hint of heroic spirit between his brows, exuding the demeanor and nobility of a crown prince.
When Qian Renxue saw the two women beside Gu Wuchen, she was slightly surprised. When did Gu Wuchen find these two stunning beauties?
" Young Master Gu, you've arrived. May I ask who these two young ladies are?"
A hint of curiosity flashed in Qian Renxue's eyes.
Gu Wuchen smiled slightly, "These two are Sister Xue and Sister Bing, whom I met in the Far North. It's normal that Your Highness doesn't recognize them."
"It's a pleasure to meet you two ladies. I am Crown Prince Xue Qinghe. It's an honor to meet you."
Qian Renxue bowed slightly, displaying an air of nobility, poised and courteous.
She stretched out her right hand, paused in mid-air for a moment, and found that the other party did not respond, which made her feel a little embarrassed.
The Snow Empress's eyes were icy, and when she spoke, she was like a beautiful iceberg that had never melted in a thousand years.
"I apologize, Your Highness, but I do not wish to associate with anyone other than Wuchen. Please understand."
Me too.
The voice of the Ice Empress beside her was not as cold as the Snow Empress's, but it was equally unapproachable, which made Qian Renxue very unhappy, but she did not explode.
"It's alright, please come with me into the banquet hall. Many people are already here."
Qian Renxue walked at the front, while Snow Empress whispered, " Little Wuchen, is it alright for Sister Xue to be like this?"
"No problem, Sister Xue, just do it your way," Gu Wuchen said with a smile.
Snow Empress nodded, afraid that she might say something wrong and embarrass Little Wuchen.
That's good. She doesn't like to associate with anyone other than Ice Empress and Gu Wuchen, and she's hardly ever had any contact with them.
In short, Gu Wuchen's happiness is her happiness. She originally wanted to enjoy some alone time with Little Wuchen, but since Bing'er came, they could only share half of their time.
What a pity.
Once inside, she saw many familiar faces.
Ning Fengzhi arrived with Ning Rongrong, Chen Xin, and Gu Rong.
When Ning Fengzhi saw the Two Empresses of Ice and Snow, he was stunned for a moment. The two stunning women were more dazzling than anyone else at the banquet.
" Sect Master Ning," Gu Wuchen greeted with a smile, and then introduced the Ice Empress and the Snow Empress.
Upon learning this, one couldn't help but marvel at Gu Wuchen's immense charm. Looking down at his own daughter, he realized, just as he had imagined, she was practically bewitched.
Ning Rongrong walked up to Gu Wuchen, twirled around, and asked, " Young Master Gu, do Rongrong beautiful today?"
Gu Wuchen's gaze fell on her, and a faint smile curved his lips.
Ning Rongrong wore an ice-blue strapless satin evening gown. The fitted waist accentuated her slender figure, and the voluminous skirt reached just to her ankles, shimmering with tiny pearlescent shimmer as she walked.
When she smiled, shallow dimples appeared on her cheeks, and her light blue eyes were lively and charming. She had shed her former spoiled nature, leaving only the brightness of a young girl and the dignified and noble air of a legitimate daughter of a sect.
"She looks beautiful; Rongrong is especially radiant today."
Gu Wuchen answered in response.
Ning Rongrong blushed as she listened, proudly raising her chin, and couldn't help but steal a glance at Snow Empress and Ice Empress beside her.
She was secretly amazed by the beauty and bearing of these two elder sisters, who were more outstanding than any noblewoman she had ever seen.
Ning Fengzhi smiled and exchanged a few pleasantries with Gu Wuchen before leaving him alone. Chen Xin and Gu Rong simply nodded in acknowledgment.
I didn't go up and disturb them.
We really didn't want to bother those two old guys.
As soon as they finished speaking, the lights in the banquet hall suddenly dimmed, and everyone's eyes were drawn to the high platform in front of them.
Wearing a moon-white long dress, Tang Yuehua walked slowly onto the stage. The skirt flowed gracefully, and her steps were calm and elegant. She exuded the unique gentleness and dignity of the Moonlight Pavilion.
She stood at the front of the stage, her gaze gently sweeping across the entire audience, and spoke softly:
"Thank you all for attending this banquet today. The purpose of this banquet is to allow the talents from all sides of the Heaven Dou Empire to get to know each other and enhance their friendship."
Secondly, it's also to prepare for the upcoming Soul Beast Hunting Competition between the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empire. We hope that the elite Soul Master present can send their strongest lineups to bring glory to the Empire.
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire audience erupted in enthusiastic applause.
As the applause subsided, soothing and melodious dance music began to flow, and the dance floor in the center of the banquet hall was emptied.
Many aristocratic scions and elegant ladies joined hands and stepped into the dance, gracefully dancing to the rhythm.
Soon, a number of noble ladies surrounded Gu Wuchen to dance, but before they could get close, they were driven back by the cold gazes of the Snow Empress and the Ice Empress.
Qian Renxue, who was standing to the side, was about to ask Gu Wuchen whether they should participate in the hunting competition against the Star Luo Empire.
With Gu Wuchen's strength, he is definitely capable of hunting even more powerful Soul Beast.
Let's ask again after the banquet: if Gu Wuchen can agree and win the competition between the two great nations...
She could also ask her father, the emperor, to help Gu Wuchen obtain some good things, such as Soul Bone, which she could also acquire.
Ice Empress reacted quickly, stepping forward first and taking Gu Wuchen's arm. She looked up at Snow Empress, a hint of smugness in her eyes, and said to Gu Wuchen:
" Wuchen, dance with me, Sister Bing."
Snow Empress stood still, watching the two walk into the dance floor, without the slightest discouragement.
She knew in her heart that the main character always appears last, and after Bing'er finished dancing, there would be plenty of time to be alone with Little Wuchen.
How long they'll be alone together is up to her; as expected of me, so extreme.
In the center of the banquet, Ice Empress was not familiar with these aristocratic dances, and his initial dance steps were a bit clumsy. After only a couple of steps, he accidentally stepped on the tip of Gu Wuchen's shoe.
Her ears instantly turned red, but she still tried to remain calm and warned in a low voice:
"Don't laugh."
Gu Wuchen chuckled softly, reached out to steady her waist, and deliberately slowed his dance steps to match hers:
"Don't laugh, Sister Bing danced very well."
Ice Empress was somewhat satisfied then, and slowly adjusted her movements to the music. The usual coldness in her bright eyes was completely transformed into a rare gentleness.
When the song ended, the two walked off the dance floor.
Ice Empress returned to Snow Empress's side, chin raised, like a little fox seeking praise.
Ignoring her boasting, Snow Empress walked straight to Gu Wuchen, her usually icy expression softening as she extended her hand to him.
" Little Wuchen, it's time to dance a song with Sister Xue."
Gu Wuchen bent down, extended his right hand, and smiled gently, "It's an honor to dance with Sister Xue."
Seeing Gu Wuchen's dignified demeanor, Snow Empress blushed and placed her slender hand in Gu Wuchen's palm, "Where did you learn all this?"
" Sister Xue taught me."
Gu Wuchen joked, then reached out and pulled Snow Empress close. Her soft body slowly moved closer to Gu Wuchen's embrace.
Snow Empress stared at Gu Wuchen's handsome face, slightly lost in thought, and gently clasped Gu Wuchen's hands together.
" Sister Xue probably can't dance."
Snow Empress gave her a heads-up beforehand, but she will definitely try her best to keep up.
Gu Wuchen smiled slightly, "I'll teach you."
Afterwards, Gu Wuchen and Snow Empress danced gracefully on the dance floor. The two were perfectly in sync, and their dance moves were beautiful and unparalleled.
Snow Empress became completely absorbed in it.
This was the happiest she had ever been since she met Gu Wuchen, and at this moment Snow Empress couldn't help but smile.
Like melting ice and snow, it is breathtakingly beautiful.
Ice Empress, standing to the side, was dumbfounded. " Xue'er smiled. Wait, why haven't Little Wuchen and Xue'er finished dancing yet? Damn it, I'm so envious."