Seeing Bai Susu eating quietly, Bai Wanwan couldn't help but lower her somber gaze.
Not sure what she thought of, the next moment, the corners of her lips suddenly lifted slightly.
Today was the Empress Dowager's birthday, and it wasn't just about the scandal between the Eldest Prince and the imperial consort!
Besides that, it was heard that an assassination occurred later at the banquet, which resulted in the Emperor getting injured and causing a stir in the court.
Thinking of this, Bai Wanwan couldn't help but glance at the Third Prince.
Today, it's his great chance to perform well.
If he could risk his life to save the Emperor and get slightly injured, his importance in the Emperor's heart would surely soar.
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At this moment, the singers and dancers at the banquet had another group change.
Bai Susu, eating pastries, began to enjoy watching with great interest.
Back when she watched TV shows and the spring festival gala before, she always felt that similar performances were too boring, nothing charming.
But now that she's in the midst of it, she realizes watching so many beautiful young ladies dance is quite a treat, right?
Look at those waists like deadly scimitars, those supple white long legs; it's not just men who love it, even she, a woman, loves watching!
However, she quickly suddenly thought of something.
If she remembered correctly, the book seemed to mention that an assassination later happened at this banquet.
In the original plot, Bai Wanwan, knowing in advance, prepared Feng Wuchen early so he could take the blow for the Emperor, gaining the Emperor's favor and gradually coming into use.
The Crown Prince Feng Qiwu, however, for some reason was late and got scolded by the Emperor.
Then the problem arises...
How does she tell Feng Qiwu that assassins disguised among the dancers?
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Seeing Bai Susu's eyes suddenly staring fixatedly at the dancing girls, Feng Qiwu couldn't help but darken his gaze.
He then coldly and darkly scanned the dancers on stage with his eyes.
What is there to see in these vulgar performances?
Are these cheap powder and rouge prettier than him?
But Feng Qiwu didn't expect that some assassins were indeed hidden among the dancing girls!
They originally planned to assassinate the Emperor when no one noticed, but before they could act, Feng Qiwu suddenly looked at them coldly.
Several assassins felt a chill in their hearts!
Oh no!
Could it be that Feng Qiwu has discovered them?
In an instant, several dancers who just pulled daggers from behind their legs felt their minds falter under Feng Qiwu's chilling gaze.
One dancer with less psychological stability trembled, failing to hold her dagger and letting it slip to the ground.
"Clang!"
A crisp sound of heavy object hitting the ground rang out.
Seeing their cover blown, the other dancers quickly exchanged glances and, biting their lips, rushed toward the Emperor.
But before anyone else could react, Feng Qiwu, with a cold face, hummed coldly, grabbed a wine cup nearby, and hurled them at them.
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!
After several piercing sounds, the wine cups hit the dancers' calves, causing them to scream and tumble to the ground, unable to approach the Emperor any further.
Li Cheng, the Chief Eunuch beside the Emperor, also shouted sharply "Assassins, protect the Emperor!", while holding the horsetail whisk, standing in front of the Emperor.
At the same time, the surrounding military generals and guards reacted, rushing forward to seize the female assassins.
At this moment, the captured dancers all had pale faces, looking at Feng Qiwu as if they saw a fierce ghost.
In their hearts now, they all had the same thought.
Feng Qiwu, the killer Crown Prince's reputation wasn't fake!
His keen sense of killing intent is truly amazing!
With someone like him by the Emperor's side, how could they possibly succeed in their assassination?
Bai Susu didn't expect that the problem she worried about was discovered so easily by Feng Qiwu!
Does this guy have a penetrating gaze?
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The Emperor at this moment had a terribly gloomy face.
There were actually assassins who sneaked in today.
After the shock and fear subsided, he immediately said grimly, "Golden Scale Guards, press them down and interrogate them severely!"
Then, relieved, he looked at Feng Qiwu, his expression softened significantly, and said gently, "The Crown Prince protected me well, he should be richly rewarded!"
Afterwards, he asked Feng Qiwu, "Crown Prince, is there anything you want?"
Upon hearing this, Feng Qiwu glanced at Bai Susu, then squintingly said lazily, "I indeed have something I'd love Father Emperor to accomplish for me, but I'm not sure if Father Emperor would agree."
"Oh? Tell me then?" The Emperor asked with interest.
At this moment, Feng Qiwu looked at Bai Susu, and said directly under her puzzled gaze, "I want to request Father to grant Bai Susu in marriage to me."
Hmph!
Don't think I don't understand the looks from the Eldest and Third!
Men always understand men best!
He is sure that if given the chance, these two would definitely covet his beloved!
He certainly wouldn't give them such an opportunity!
Only by making her the Crown Princess Consort quickly, bringing her openly under his protection, can he be at peace.
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Upon hearing Feng Qiwu's words, the Emperor was momentarily stunned, then turned to look at Prime Minister Bai.
At this moment, Prime Minister Bai's face was already turning black.
His most cherished son passed away early, and his daughter-in-law also died after years of depression, so naturally, he's poured all his affection into Susu, his only legitimate granddaughter.
If Feng Qiwu had asked to marry Susu before, he would have been eager for it.
But look at the kind of person Feng Qiwu is now?
As the Emperor's confidant, he knows well that the rumors about Feng Qiwu outside, though exaggerated, are largely true.
And his bizarre problems like misogyny, fits of rage, and headaches are indeed troublesome and real!
Therefore, how could he be at ease letting Susu be with Feng Qiwu?
As Prime Minister Bai planned to grimly refuse on Bai Susu's behalf, he noticed his sleeve being lightly tugged.
He slightly lowered his head and saw Bai Susu with shyness gently whispering, "Grandfather, I'm willing."
Prime Minister Bai felt a headache.
"Susu!" Prime Minister Bai said warningly and helplessly.
Does she understand what kind of person Feng Qiwu really is?
But Bai Susu gently shook her head and said, "I know what you're worried about, but I truly admire the Crown Prince, Grandfather, please fulfill my wish!"
Bai Susu's voice was extremely low.
But it couldn't be hidden from martial experts.
Thus Feng Changge and Feng Wuchen both couldn't help but darken their gaze; only Feng Qiwu's lips curled faintly.
In his heart, there rose a rare thread of joy.
It turned out she indeed was willing to marry him.
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