The next day.
News of the envoy from Dongning Kingdom arriving was spread recklessly.
The news permeated the entire capital.
Many people were discussing this Night King’s Consort.
They all said she was the most beautiful woman in Dongning Kingdom, even more beautiful than their own Princess Ningde.
Women who heard these rumors mostly didn't believe them. How could anyone be that exaggerated? The most beautiful, even more beautiful than Princess Ningde? How could there be so many beautiful women in the world!
But the men were excited, eager to know what kind of stunning beauty the Night King’s Consort from Dongning Kingdom was.
However, everyone was also a little curious, hearing that only the Night King’s Consort had arrived, not the Night King.
But soon after, more news spread, saying that the Night King would return in a while, as other matters had delayed his journey.
Only then did the crowd suppress their doubts. Otherwise, they would have thought Dongning Kingdom was too unserious to send a woman as an envoy.
For a time, the capital was abuzz with speculation.
Naturally, there were all sorts of news within the imperial palace.
The palace attendants serving the Emperor lived on thin ice. From last night to today, they could clearly feel the Emperor’s terrifying aura.
But no one knew why the Emperor was angry.
Precisely because they didn't know the reason, anyone serving the Emperor was extremely cautious.
However, when the Emperor was playing chess with Prince Jin last night, he was in a very good mood. How could his mood change so drastically all of a sudden?
It seemed that ever since the people from Dongning Kingdom reported that the envoy had arrived in the capital, the Emperor’s mood had soured.
Speaking of which, the Emperor’s birthday was in a month. Wasn't the envoy from Dongning Kingdom arriving too early?
And it was rumored that the Night King hadn't arrived yet, with the Night King’s Consort arriving first.
It was even said that it was the Night King who made the request to stay at the Grand General’s mansion during their time in the capital of Xixia Kingdom.
These pieces of news, one after another, that reached the palace were truly dazzling!
However, even the eunuchs closest to the Emperor did not know the specific reason for his displeasure.
After lunch, a grand procession of over ten carriages arrived at the General’s mansion.
Subsequently, everyone entered the General’s mansion.
Those who had heard the news craned their necks, all eager to see this Night King’s Consort.
When everyone saw Yun Shu, the surroundings suddenly fell silent.
By the time people reacted, Yun Shu had already entered the General’s mansion.
All that was left for them was that fleeting glimpse.
Someone exclaimed, “Wow! That’s the Night King’s Consort!”
“The Night King’s Consort is too beautiful!”
“She’s simply a peerless beauty on earth!”
“No, she’s a beauty that cannot be found on earth!”
“Truly more beautiful than Princess Ningde!”
“Before she married the Night King, wouldn’t all the men in Dongning Kingdom have been mad for her? I can probably only marry such a stunning fairy in my dreams!”
“You’re not even worthy in your dreams! Hurry and put away your filthy thoughts!”
“…”
Exclamations followed one after another.
Therefore, more rumors about Yun Shu spread throughout the capital.
This time, they were all filled with awe.
These rumors quickly reached Princess Ningde.
Princess Ningde had a dark expression on her face the entire day.
The servants could probably guess some of the reasons. Previously, everyone said Princess Ningde was both talented and beautiful. Although Princess Shengyue’s beauty was above Princess Ningde’s, Princess Shengyue was too arrogant and had ruined her reputation, so no one wanted to look at her even if she was beautiful.
Thus, in everyone’s minds, Princess Ningde was the most beautiful woman in Xixia Kingdom.
However, those who had called Princess Ningde the most beautiful woman realized today, after seeing the Night King’s Consort from Dongning Kingdom, what kind of woman could be called a heavenly beauty!
Of course, this was something that happened later in the afternoon.
At this moment, Yun Shu, along with Yun Changfeng and the three little ones, the entire family, arrived at Li De’s mansion in a grand manner.
As expected of a Grand General’s mansion.
Everything showcased status and prestige.
In comparison, their General’s mansion in Dongning Kingdom seemed a bit shabby. Li De truly knew how to treat himself.
Due to their status, Li De himself received them today, accompanied by his wife.
Even though yesterday had been very unpleasant, everyone appeared harmonious and joyful today.
Their smiles were like masks, perfectly adorning their faces.
Li De harbored a degree of apprehension towards Yun Changfeng. He hadn't expected Yun Changfeng to accompany Yun Shu. Upon their first meeting, Li De was clearly shocked. However, Yun Changfeng smiled and said, “I have resigned from my official post and am now a man of leisure.”
The unspoken implication was that Li De did not need to guard against him.
Li De initially didn’t believe it, thinking it was a trick between the Emperor of Dongning and Yun Changfeng. Just as he was pondering how to guard against Yun Changfeng, he saw Yun Changfeng acting like any elderly person found on the street who enjoyed playing with their grandchildren.
His eyes were only on how to make the children happy, as Yun Changfeng doted on Yun Shu and the Night King’s three sons.
The smile on his face made it impossible to associate him with the ruthless, decisive god of war on the battlefield.
Moreover, they had met on the battlefield.
Yun Changfeng paid no mind to Li De.
He simply felt that Li De was too scheming, always thinking of ways to plot against others.
Li De arranged two large courtyards for them, enough to accommodate their party.
He even assigned some guards to them, ostensibly for their safety.
Yun Shu smiled and thanked Li De. Looking at the two large courtyards before her, the smile on her lips deepened. She believed that during their stay at Li De’s residence, she would not have to worry about her family’s safety.
They could sleep soundly without any worries.
Turning her head, she saw Xiao Li and the other two children chasing each other around a large tree, their eyes filled with joy. Her gaze softened considerably.
Madam Li, Li De’s wife, sent over a dozen more maids, saying that since they had brought few people, she feared it wouldn't be enough. These maids were familiar with the mansion and could carry out any instructions they had.
Yun Shu accepted them all with a smile.
Since she was willing to stay at Li De’s residence for an extended period, Li De naturally wouldn't be content to be exploited like this. He intended to keep track of their every move.
After Li De and his wife left.
As Yu Le and A’Cha were arranging for people to tidy up their belongings.
Zhan Xiao Li came before Yun Shu, “Mother, I want to tell you something in private.”
Upon hearing this, Yun Shu knelt down and held Zhan Xiao Li in her arms.
Zhan Xiao Li leaned close to Yun Shu’s ear and whispered, “Mother, that grandfather just now was saying bad things about you, saying you were cunning and deceitful, and that you just wanted to take Father away. He also said grandfather is a very deceitful person!”
“Xiao Li, you’re so good, you heard so much. Mother understands.” Yun Shu gently stroked Xiao Li’s head and then glanced in the direction Li De and his party had left.
However, Li De and his party had stopped.
They were walking back, and another person had joined them.