In an instant, the atmosphere of the joyous banquet turned heavy and oppressive. The Emperor of Nanxin ordered Grand Eunuch Cai to stop the music and dance, leaving the entire palace so silent that the fall of a needle could be heard.
"Prince Changle, Princess of Dongji, we are just a grandmother and granddaughter pair wishing to change our clothes. What is the meaning of this?" The Eldest Princess demanded. "And to have General Nangong brandish a blade—are you intending to act against us? Do not forget, I am the Eldest Princess, your own great-aunt."
The Eldest Princess’s presence remained as formidable as ever; her arrogance had not waned in the slightest. Deng Youning remained silent, watching her quietly, curious to see how much longer she could remain defiant.
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