That day, Ruitai returned in triumph to Chengdu. Crowds lined the streets to welcome him, making the city a scene of great jubilation. Upon hearing the news of the victory in Sichuan, Emperor Zhao Gou also dispatched envoys to bestow rewards and honors. Protected by Ruitai, the people of Chengdu held a deep reverence and affection for him that far surpassed their regard for the Emperor. The prefect of Chengdu and other officials existed in name only, as Ruitai alone held absolute authority over the entire province of Sichuan.
Lengyue hardly knew what to say. Seeing Feng Ling'er behave this way, she could not help feeling somewhat deflated over her own impulsive attempt to play matchmaker. Since Jin Liunian had stated so plainly that he did not like her, it seemed his mind had long since been made up.
Xiahou Ce's gaze was profound, resembling the brilliant star river in the night sky. Under the lamplight, his peerlessly handsome face appeared all the more sharply defined, exuding a masculine vigor that instantly drew one into the depths of his eyes.
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