rpbooks Chapter 162 The Peerless King Smiled
Chapter 162 The Peerless King Smiled
"Wait a minute? Fiancée? Elopement? Which girl did you elope with?" Jiang Shuo exclaimed excitedly.
"I didn't. It was his fiancée who insisted on dragging me to elope with her. I had no intention of eloping with her, nor did I encourage anyone to elope with me," Gu Yan explained.
"Cousin, let me tell you, women are all untrustworthy. The prettier a woman is, the more likely she is to lie," Jiang Shuo said earnestly.
"Then why did my cousin just say that it would be so nice if I were a girl?" Gu Yan asked.
Jiang Shuo: "..."
Oh dear? How should he answer this question?
"How can that be the same? If you were a woman, you would absolutely be the purest, kindest, and most beautiful woman in the world," Jiang Shuo said gently. Just imagining that scene made him ecstatic. If Ayan were a woman, he could marry her and make her his queen. The two of them would be a perfect couple, flying together in harmony...
Absolutely gorgeous!!
But reality is cruel; he just happens to be a man.
Aunt, why did you give birth to him as a boy?
"Third cousin, I'm not pure, kind, or beautiful. Don't imagine me to be too good, or I'm afraid I'll disappoint you," Gu Yan said.
"Ayan will always be the best in my heart." Jiang Shuo gazed at Gu Yan with deep affection.
Gu Yan looked away, too lazy to talk to Jiang Shuo anymore.
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As soon as Gu Yan and her group entered the Tianyin Empire, officials from the empire came to greet them. Gu Yan stood on the solar ship, looking down at the mountains, rivers, and towering cities below.
The mountains and rivers are beautiful, and wonderful music can be heard everywhere.
In the desolate mountains, a girl riding a mythical beast plays a bamboo flute; children frolic in the stream, leaping nimbly over huge rocks like dancers; in the mountain village, an old man with silver hair plays an ancient instrument, surrounded by many listeners; and in front of the temple, beautiful girls sing sacrificial hymns.
On the city streets, people of all ages and genders walk lightly, often adorned with musical instruments such as bells and jade flutes at their waists.
Countless wind chimes hang from the eaves of the magnificent palace. When a gentle breeze blows, ethereal music, like the harmonious chorus of a thousand instruments, flows down, cleansing the soul. Musicians in colorful robes lightly pluck the strings, and shimmering notes fly out, transforming into birds, butterflies, and various mythical beasts, a dazzling and beautiful sight.
This is the Heavenly Sound Empire, which reveres music and uses sound to attain enlightenment.
Gu Yan and her group arrived at the imperial palace of the Tianyin Empire and disembarked from the sun boat, where many people were already waiting. Above the sea of clouds, people stood in front of the railings of the white jade palaces.
Flowers rained down like a storm, and the welcoming music began, echoing throughout the Heavenly Palace. Illusory figures of dancers in flowing robes twirled and danced in the mist, their movements ethereal and otherworldly.
All eyes were drawn to Gu Yan. Everyone was shocked when they saw his true face. My God, there is such a handsome person in this world! The Peerless King, no wonder he is called the Peerless King, he is truly unparalleled in the world!
Jiang Qian and Jiang Xi walked in front, with Gu Yan and Jiang Shuo following behind them. Above the sea of clouds, a path paved with flowers appeared, and at the end of this flower-lined path, the Emperor Emeritus of Tianyin Empire and the Crown Prince who was about to ascend the throne awaited them.
Today, Dugu Xun wore a dark purple robe with flowing sleeves, and the hem was embroidered with intricate musical runes in silver thread. His white hair, like a waterfall, was not tied up and hung down his back, with a few strands falling between his wicked-looking brows, adding to his wild and unrestrained air.
His gaze never left Gu Yan after she appeared.
Gu Yan met his gaze and smiled slightly.
The peerless king in white robes had a refined and otherworldly appearance, as if he had gathered all the beauty and spirit of the world. His gentle smile made the whole world hold its breath, and countless hearts almost jumped out of their chests in that instant.
He laughed, he laughed, the Peerless King laughed.
Ah ah ah ah ah ah ah--
He smiled!
The welcoming crowd immediately stirred, with several people even fainting from the smile. Those around them quickly carried them away. Dugu Yeli was both amused and exasperated. In the past, he would have certainly reprimanded him; this was far too rude. But this was the Peerless King, and even he felt it was somewhat forgivable.
Jiang Shuo saw Gu Yan smiling at Dugu Xun. He gritted his teeth and clenched one hand into a fist.
He knew this Crown Prince of Tianyin was no good; he was actually trying to seduce Ayan.
"Brother Dugu."
Jiang Qian laughed heartily and cupped his hands in greeting to Dugu Yeli, who stepped forward and quickly returned the greeting.
"Brother Jiang."
"I didn't expect Brother Dugu to come all this way to pick us up in person," Jiang Qian said with a smile.
"Your Excellency and the two princes are all distinguished guests of our Tianyin Empire. How could we not personally welcome them?" Dugu Yeli said with a smile.
Dugu Yeli's gaze fell on Jiang Shuo and Gu Yan, who quickly greeted him with the courtesy due to juniors. Dugu Yeli looked at Gu Yan and smiled, "Peerless King, your demeanor is even more impressive than before, and your cultivation has also improved since the last time we met. You truly are an unparalleled genius."
The white-clad youth's features were so exquisite, as if drawn by brushstrokes, yet he possessed no trace of femininity. His clear eyes displayed a translucent luster, like a pool of emerald lake in warm spring. As his gaze shifted, it seemed to reflect all things in the world, bringing peace to those who looked upon him.
Dugu Yeli felt a little itchy after looking at her a few more times, thinking to himself that it would be nice if she were a woman.
"You flatter me, senior," Gu Yan said modestly.
Jiang Qian's gaze fell on Dugu Xun, that face...
He was almost identical to Dugu Yeli, even in build. However, he was used to the fact that all members of the Tianyin Empire's royal family shared the same face. Their emperor, from the founding of the Tianyin Empire until now, had always had the same face.
Jiang Huan originally wanted to see what this thousand-year-old Spirit Venerable Dugu Xun looked like, but then he realized that it was just Dugu Yeli's face anyway, and he lost interest.
Seeing Jiang Qian looking at him, Dugu Xun cupped his hands in greeting and said, "Greetings, Senior Jiang."
"This must be the Crown Prince. He is indeed a handsome man. His face and his bearing are just like Brother Dugu's," Jiang Qian said with a smile.
The grandmother and grandson stood together, looking like twins.
"Huh? Where is the Prince of Yan?" Jiang Xi asked.
The smiles on Dugu Yeli and Dugu Xun's faces froze for a moment. Dugu Yeli said, "He is in seclusion."
Everyone knew that Dugu Yun couldn't possibly be in seclusion at this time, but they kept quiet about it. Dugu Yeli and Jiang Qian and his wife talked as they walked forward. Dugu Xun, Gu Yan, and Jiang Shuo followed behind.
The imperial palace of the Tianyin Empire exuded magnificence and elegance, and the people within were exceptionally beautiful. Dugu Yeli hosted a banquet for Gu Yan and her entourage. Jiang Qian, Jiang Xi, and Dugu Yeli chatted, while Gu Yan and the other younger members listened attentively, not daring to interrupt.
After staying at the banquet for a while, Dugu Yeli said to Dugu Xun, "Listening to us old folks talk is boring for you. Wen Ting, why don't you take Wushuang King and Jing King around for a walk?"
Wen Ting is Dugu Xun's courtesy name.
"Yes."
Dugu Xun said respectfully, and then smiled at Gu Yan.