Chapter 56: Palace Banquet

Nan Jihan appeared not long after. He dressed himself like a scholarly young man. The plain foldable fan in his hands complimented his whole look well. He looked at Jun Huang cooly. There was an air of superiority around him. This was a show of power and a warning to her.

Jun Huang looked back at him with calm eyes. She struggled to stand up and cupped her hands in greeting. There was a faint smile on her lips. “This gentleman has been waiting for Your Highness.”

Nan Jihan gave her an appraising look and whipped his fan closed. “The gentleman sent a message for me. Does it mean you are ready to serve me?”

“It doesn’t.”

Nan Jihan’s gaze became frosty. He glared at her and said through clenched teeth, “You really don’t know what’s good for you, do you?”

“Why doesn’t Your Highness let me finish first?” Jun Huang said with a smile and sat down at the table. Nan Jihan took the seat across from her, looking at her relaxed expression.

“Your Highness wants me on your side. Then I’ll be upfront with you. My loyalty lies not with Qi Chen, but with Qi Yun....