Chapter 77: Banquet Invitation_2

No one knew what had happened to Meng Hongjin at Princess Yongning's place; only the mad Meng Hongjin and Princess Yongning themselves could know it all. No one dared to question or accuse Princess Yongning, not even Meng Youde, as long as he still sought a future, Hongjin was doomed to be a meaningless sacrifice.

...

The Princess's Mansion was brightly lit, a stark contrast to the darkness of the Meng Mansion.

In the hall, young dancers clad in sheer garments danced gracefully, their veils partially covering their faces, revealing eyes as alluring as rippling waters, all glances directed at the man in the very center of the room.

That central man, with a high nose, deep-set eyes, thin lips, and bushy brows, was strikingly handsome yet bore an unapproachable coldness due to his narrow face.

This was Prince Cheng.

"Big brother, whichever one you like, you can take from me," Princess Yongning said weakly.

Prince Cheng glanced at her and said, "Why the listless appearance?"