1479 The tradition of crowning.

Although it was never announced publicly, still Li Xue's disgust towards Su Ce was not hidden from the eyes of the public. They might not have really accepted Li Xue before, but their perceptions of the influentials have changed as the days passed with Li Xue handling the royal matters. Her efforts worked like magic not just in the hearts of the commons but also the ones who were responsible for supporting the royalty. 

And in effect to that no one realized when people start siding with her words, attitude and decisions. 

Su Ce bitterly took a sip from his flute when he realized where he lost everything he once had in his life. It was not after she got the title of the heir of the throne, but the day when he thought that she was just a little woman who can't compete with him and his tricks. 

Su Ce lips turned up on one corner with disappointment while his eyes travelled to look at the lady finally entering the room with the air of nobility surrounding her.