Meanwhile, delightful music began to fill the great hall.
All eyes were on the Ashi Liren, men enthralled and women envious.
As Zhi Li invited her to dance, he said, "Count Suo Lun, your zither skills are unmatched; may I ask you to play a tune to accompany Miss Liren and my dance?"
Before Suo Lun could speak, Ashi Liren responded, "I'm sorry, Zhi Li His Highness, I cannot accept your invitation!"
These words caused Zhi Li's face to change in an instant.
Ashi Liren continued, "It's getting late, and I should rest."
Zhi Li managed a forced smile and said, "Well, then, I have prepared the best room in the mansion for you."
Ashi Liren replied, "No need, I will stay at the Princess Mansion tonight. Not only that, in the years to come, Rouran City will firmly stand with Zhen Yan Princess!"
Upon these words, the atmosphere changed as if struck by thunder.
Prince Zili's face turned ashen as if he had been struck by real thunder.
