The eunuch's announcement sounded.
Everyone fell silent and knelt down to welcome the emperor. Only Ye Qingxuan remained seated on his chair. Xia Muqing followed suit and remained seated as well. Without this privilege, what was the use of having this man?
Sensing Xia Muqing's gaze, Ye Qingxuan instantly straightened his chest and behaved as if he was very reliable as her man.
Xia Muqing couldn't help but chuckle at his childish behavior.
When she saw the man standing beside the emperor, the smile on her face disappeared. Why was he with the emperor?
Mu Si smiled at her as if he didn't notice her surprise and wariness.
The emperor glanced at Ye Qingxuan and Xia Muqing, who were the only ones seated. His eyes darkened slightly before he put on a bright smile and walked to the seat in the middle.
