Chu Youzhao immediately rushed over to Zu An’s side. “Brother-in-law, be careful!”

She thought that King Qi's faction was back for revenge. However, Murong Qinghe saw who they were and said quietly, “They’re from the Eastern Palace.”

Chu Youzhao froze, and the horsemen quickly surrounded the three of them.

A carriage came into view behind the horses. A eunuch moved the curtains aside, and a lavishly-dressed woman slowly walked out. Her golden headdress and jade jewelry were dazzling in the sunlight, giving her an elegant and stunning appearance.

“I greet the crown princess!” Chu Youzhao and Murong Qinghe were both individuals who had grown up in the capital, so they naturally recognized Bi Linglong. Even though they belonged to a different faction, they had to admit that this woman was beautiful, and the noble air around her made her truly exceptional. Her lavish outfit merely accentuated her beauty further.

The crown princess nodded slightly towards the two of them. She...