There is no shortage of busybodies in the country.
The busybodies craned their necks, wanting to catch another glimpse of Baili Ye behind the carriage curtain.
Unfortunately, the curtain completely obscured Baili Ye, making it impossible to see him clearly. All they could see was a pale face contorted with rage.
The murmurs ignited a burning fire within Baili Ye.
He glared ferociously at Feng Ninghe, "I know you know that masked man. Tell me his identity quickly, or you are intentionally harboring him and are his accomplice!"
That man's cultivation was profound; he was no match for him.
However, the masked man had challenged royal authority, and he would report this matter to the Emperor of Li, requesting his assistance.
"I do know his identity, but it would be best if the First Prince didn't know, because he is someone you absolutely cannot afford to provoke."
A chilling female voice slowly descended.
Feng Ninghe's expression was calm, her cool face showing a hint of fearlessness.
Baili Ye was reaping what he sowed.
Baili Ye was furious. His pale face instantly turned red with anger, and his gaze was fixed on Feng Ninghe, "Do not speak nonsense! I am the First Prince. This man is lawless, and I will not let him off lightly! If you do not speak, I will also present your crimes to the Emperor!"
His warning words did not affect Feng Ninghe in the slightest.
She turned around openly, completely ignoring the First Prince, as if speaking another word would diminish her status.
The woman's composed departure only fueled Baili Ye's anger.
He roared hysterically, like a shrew cursing in the street, "Feng Ninghe! Come back here! You can't just leave without revealing the masked man's identity?"
However, Feng Ninghe did not look back at all, continuing to walk forward as if nothing had happened.
Seeing the figure walking away so nonchalantly, Baili Ye's face darkened. No one knew how furious he was at that moment.
The physician quickly spoke to dissuade him, "First Prince, your health is important. You must take great care now."
Baili Ye forced himself to take a deep breath, suppressing the anger surging in his heart.
He, the dignified First Prince, had been humiliated to this extent.
He didn't even know who the man who had barged into his room and attacked him was. How could he swallow this insult?
Feng Tongtong returned to her room, her heart filled with anger.
She turned and shot a cold glance at Chun Tao, "The Bai family's banquet is in two days. Has Bai Qianqian said anything?"
In response to the inquiry, Chun Tao dared not delay and quickly relayed all that she knew, "Bai Qianqian said she will be at the teahouse tomorrow at noon and has invited the Third Miss to come along."
Feng Tongtong's eyes narrowed slightly, her face contorted with ferocity, a hint of ruthlessness creeping into her eyes, "Very well, then I must prepare well for this Bai family banquet!"
In an elegant residence.
Si Jianye lowered his gaze, his well-defined fingers holding a delicate teacup.
"Young Master, what are you thinking about?"
Axi brought over washed fruits and offered them.
Si Jianye finally lowered his gaze, a hint of contemplation crossing his handsome face, "Feng Ninghe is by no means as simple as she appears. She must have hidden secrets behind her."
She possessed two vastly different spiritual energies within her.
This alone was enough to judge her extraordinary nature.
Axi casually picked up a fruit and ate it, nodding with slight approval, "This eldest young lady of the Feng family is indeed somewhat different. She is bold and dares to offend whomever she pleases. Her ability to offend people is truly remarkable."
Si Jianye's brow furrowed even tighter, his gaze intense, a mixture of doubt and interest intertwined in his eyes.
He wanted to see if Feng Ninghe could truly cure Xin Xin...
Two days passed in a flash.
Soon, it was the day of the Bai family's banquet.
Feng Tongtong rose early to dress and adorn herself.
Even though her face was disfigured, she still wore a veil, and her exquisite eyes peeking out from the veil were captivating.
Chun Tao carefully helped Feng Tongtong with her makeup and adorned her with exquisite jewelry.
If one didn't look at her face, people would undoubtedly think she was a graceful beauty.
Shi Wan.
Feng Ninghe, dressed in white and with light makeup, had delicate features that exuded a hint of coolness, and a distant air about the corners of her eyes.
"Eldest Miss, you are truly beautiful."
Chi Xia was stunned.
She had only helped Feng Ninghe with a little styling, and she hadn't expected that even with just simple adornments, Feng Ninghe would still be so stunning, like a permanently blooming epiphyllum, breathtakingly beautiful.
The compliment did not change Feng Ninghe's mood. She smiled unhurriedly, indifferently saying, "Alright, it's about time, we should depart."
With the recovery of the Bai family patriarch, many influential figures from the country of Li were invited to attend the banquet.
The Bai family patriarch's three sons, who were in the Immortal Sect, all returned for their father.
The Bai family's young masters were all talented and unmarried, causing the young ladies of noble families to dress up elaborately, hoping to catch the eye of these young masters.
Zhen Guo Gong's Mansion.
As dawn broke, the younger generation of the Bai family had already prepared and were waiting in front of the mansion.
The return of the Bai family's young masters was a rare occasion for them to appear together, and the younger generation of the Bai family eagerly anticipated catching a glimpse of their true appearance.
Feng Ninghe, along with the Feng family members, headed to the Bai residence.
By the time their carriage arrived at the Bai residence, many carriages were already parked there.
A figure was looking around expectantly at the entrance of the Bai residence.
Bai Niannian's eyes were filled with anticipation as she scanned her surroundings, waiting.
When she saw Feng Ninghe, she could no longer contain her eagerness and quickly rushed over, "Miss Feng, you've arrived."
A particularly clear smile graced Bai Niannian's clean and fair cheeks.
Looking at this flawless face, Feng Ninghe's mood seemed to be infected by the smile, "Yes, I've arrived."
Bai Niannian eagerly took her hand and hurried into the mansion, "Father and brothers are already waiting inside. They have something they want to tell you. I'll take you."
Feng Ninghe did not refuse, allowing Bai Niannian to lead her by the hand.
Xiao Zhao's azure eyes brightened slightly, as if sensing gossip, and his eyes widened.
Master, I heard that the young masters of the Bai family are all handsome.
They have gone their separate ways and rarely appear together. Now everyone is waiting inside for you to come, you must take a good look to see if any of these young masters catch your eye.
Perhaps your spring will come from this!
Xiao Zhao's excited demeanor made Old Man Xu click his tongue. Old Man Xu couldn't help but reach out and gently tap its head, "It's good that no one else can hear you speak, otherwise, if others heard it, they would laugh their heads off."
A mere little beast worrying about its master's marriage.
The sight of them leaving happily, however, made Bai Qianqian, who was not far away, her face darken, and she said fiercely, "You ungrateful wretch! You are a member of the Bai family, yet you are so enthusiastic about an outsider!"
The previous incident had already caused Bai Qianqian to lose face.
Her temper was naturally overbearing, and the outside world already had many criticisms of her. Now, with this incident, everyone was laughing at her.
"Miss Bai."
Feng Tongtong walked over and spoke softly beside her.