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"I didn't expect you to dare to stay alone. Aren't you afraid?" Alfalfa watched as the others from the Envoy Group, under the guidance of the guards, completely left the side hall. At this moment, apart from the maidservants and eunuchs attending to him, there was almost no one left in the side hall!
Of course, there was also Huang Tian, who stood alone!
"Afraid? Afraid of what? Should I be afraid that Your Highness will eat me?" Huang Tian still showed no signs of fear and boldly joked, "My taste is not as delicious as it seems; I think the princess wouldn't like it!"
This kind of demeanor made Alfalfa exceptionally alert. Her understanding of Huang Tian was quite thorough; the information coming from the Qin Empire and the letter personally written by Your Highness were enough for her to know what an extraordinary person this handsome man was!
However, it was precisely this remarkable individual that, when faced with her directly, could not be seen through by her eyes that could discern countless people's schemes! From the ambush on the way to the incident during the Exchange, Alfalfa naturally began to suspect Huang Tian!
But according to intelligence reports, no one from Huang Tian's Envoy Group should be able to injure Chifeng so severely alone. If such a person existed, the Qin Empire would have warned her. Therefore, his willingness to stay alone seemed to provide a reason!
Yet Alfalfa did not believe it; she did not believe that this fallen prince still had any mythical qualities. From the main hall to the side hall, she had been observing him. Aside from his calm demeanor on the surface, she truly could not fathom this guy! What was he thinking? Did he suspect her?
All were unknowns... This feeling of uncertainty made her uncomfortable, especially for someone as calculating as Alfalfa. After scheming against countless people, discovering someone she could not calculate made her feel a different kind of emotion!
"Is that so? But I am a woman who will not rest until I achieve my goals. You say you are not delicious; I really want to take a few bites. You know how many women in this Eastern Continent and among the Four Great Empires wish to get close to such a handsome man like you but have no chance!" Alfalfa thought for a moment and suddenly spoke seductively!
Watching her beautiful eyes flicker, Huang Tian remained composed and said with feigned surprise, "This makes me feel flattered. Does the princess truly have an interest in me?" His performance was indeed on point! His expression was impeccable!
"Giggle!" Alfalfa laughed, an exceptionally shy yet beautiful laugh. She said with a smile, "Oh dear, it seems that this handsome man is not really an otherworldly being who doesn't partake in mortal affairs after all. If I were to say I have taken a liking to you, would you be surprised?"
Her increasingly explicit words made the surrounding eunuchs and maidservants blush involuntarily. Such conversations seemed inappropriate for them to hear; they couldn't understand why the princess hadn't dismissed them. If possible, they really didn't want to hear such discussions!
Because... knowing too much about such taboo matters could be deadly!
"I dare not presume! I am merely a prince abandoned by my people. The princess is esteemed as the national flower of Sky Abyss Empire; how could I dare to entertain such thoughts? If the princess can take a liking to me, that is my fortune. However, I trust you wouldn't genuinely take a liking to me? I would still be willing to share a few drinks with you, but please do not bring up such matters again... I cannot bear it!"
Huang Tian responded in a way that made it even harder to discern whether he was pretending or being sincere. Alfalfa narrowed her eyes, her smile fading, and a chill seemed to settle around her. It appeared that Huang Tian's words had displeased her.
"What's wrong? Is it not acceptable for me to joke with you? There are so many men in this world, yet I have truly never seen anyone more beautiful than you. Although this beauty is typically used to describe women, I must admit, in your presence, I feel somewhat ashamed. I wanted to keep you here and share a few drinks out of curiosity about how you came to be... or perhaps the heavens mistakenly bestowed beauty upon the wrong person?"
Alfalfa became serious as she listened. However, Huang Tian's earlier flirtation was still more pleasant to hear than this.
"Your Highness, how can you say that? In truth, it is I who feels ashamed when gazing upon your beauty. While there are many women in this world, even if you are not the only one who stands out in beauty, I have never encountered anyone more captivating than you in terms of grace."
Huang Tian offered his compliments, intentionally or not. Upon hearing this, Alfalfa lightly laughed and asked, "Can I take your words as flattery?"
"Of course! Do you think I am mocking you?" Huang Tian feigned innocence, further convincing her of his sincerity.
However, Alfalfa was not the type of woman easily swayed by handsome men. Although she found Huang Tian stunning, she did not forget the agreement with the prince from the Qin Empire. He had promised her that as long as she ensured Huang Tian could never return to the Qin Empire, she would be rewarded with countless riches.
Even with wealth that could rival nations, Alfalfa still desired more. This was not greed; rather, she had been planning for many years and needed endless resources! Wealth could change hearts; with enough people on her side, history could be rewritten!
Alfalfa aspired to be a woman who could change history! Destroying the Ethereal Clan and fulfilling her grandfather's wishes were merely parts of her grand plan; what she truly wanted was beyond what most could imagine!
"Whether mockery or praise, I do not wish to dwell on it too much. Since you say you stayed behind to drink with me, it just so happens that we have run out of wine here. I think you'll need to wait a moment. I've already sent my servant outside the palace to fetch some of my family's special brew. It should taste much better than what we have here; I'm sure you'll like it..."
Upon hearing this, Huang Tian's expression finally changed. Throughout their conversation, he had acted nonchalant as if he were an outsider. But now he realized that perhaps staying was indeed a mistake. However, if he hadn't agreed so readily to stay, Yuxiu and the others might not have left so easily!
Ultimately, this was a silent transaction—just like their earlier silent toast—where their contest had begun with that cup of wine... Perhaps it would also end with the wine...
The most dangerous woman’s heart—could it be that the most dangerous thing is fine wine?
"What’s wrong? Your expression seems rather unpleasant," Alfalfa remarked, noticing Huang Tian's discomfort and feigning concern.
Huang Tian quickly regained his composure upon hearing her words and replied with a smile, "Thank you, Princess. I appreciate your concern. I am well, but I can't help but feel eager to taste the fine wine you mentioned from your estate!"
"Oh, is that so? I didn't expect you to be a connoisseur of wine as well. That's wonderful! I assure you, the fine wine in my palace will not disappoint you," Alfalfa said with a radiant smile.
Huang Tian lowered his gaze slightly, maintaining a smiling facade while his mind began to race. He did not believe that Alfalfa would dare to kill him in such a setting. However, he wondered what he would do if the wine served later truly contained poison.
As time passed, there was soon movement outside the hall. The guards from the Princess Mansion indeed brought in a jug of wine. The jug appeared completely normal on the outside, even covered in a layer of dust, indicating it had been stored for quite some time. Today, it was finally going to be unveiled!
Alfalfa watched as the jug of wine was placed before her. She revealed her fair arm and waved her hand, signaling for the wine to be given to Huang Tian. He respectfully accepted it and then opened the jug! A rich aroma of wine instantly filled the air, enveloping the grand hall.
It was indeed fine wine! This jug was far superior to what everyone had previously consumed!
Huang Tian was not a heavy drinker, yet he could still sense the value of this exquisite wine!
"This wine is unique to the heavens, brewed from snow lotus and the heart of a white tiger, enhanced with legendary ingredients from the Wine Immortal. It is said that such a wine exists only in heaven; this is the only jug in my palace. I can guarantee that in the Sky Abyss Empire, you will find no other jug like this one. What do you think of this wine?" Alfalfa spoke, adding an even more precious narrative to its origin.
Huang Tian believed her because, having traveled through various countries, he had to admit that such a fine jug of wine held a worldly value that surpassed even the Nine-Curved Reincarnation Sword he had offered! Not just in the Sky Abyss Empire; perhaps throughout the entire Eastern Continent, there was only this one jug!
If this exquisite wine were truly poisoned, it would indeed be a shame... Huang Tian thought to himself before responding, "I truly appreciate your kind intentions, Princess. I am immensely grateful for your willingness to bestow this wine upon me; however, I fear I may not be worthy of such an honor!"
He politely declined the fine wine; it seemed he ultimately did not dare to take that risk!
But since Alfalfa had gone through such trouble to bring him this fine wine, would she let Huang Tian pass it up so easily?
"Is it really that you feel unworthy or are you afraid that I might poison this fine wine?" Alfalfa boldly remarked, seemingly unconcerned about hiding her malicious intent.
Huang Tian's body stiffened slightly as he forced a smile and replied, "Princess, how could you say such a thing? I have no enmity with you; why would you wish me harm?"
"Is that so? If you truly think that way, why not have a drink first? Were you joking when you said you would drink a few cups with me? You should know that just because you are speaking with His Majesty does not mean you can joke with me!" Alfalfa was aggressive, clearly determined to make Huang Tian drink!
Huang Tian, realizing he had no grounds to refuse, knew it was he who had suggested staying to enjoy fine wine with the princess. At this moment, the great hall only had the wine brought by the princess, leaving him with no other options. How could he refuse?
Sometimes in life, one encounters such dilemmas with no real choices. Huang Tian smiled bitterly inside while maintaining his composure on the outside. Ultimately, looking at Alfalfa's beautiful face, for some reason, he lost his smile, picked up the wine jug, and without pouring it out, drank straight from it!
"Glug glug!" The wine spilled from the corners of Huang Tian's mouth as he drank hurriedly, almost finishing it in one go! Fortunately, the jug wasn't very large; otherwise, he might have choked on it!
His sudden action stunned everyone in the hall. The eunuchs and palace maids looked on in disbelief as this handsome man actually drank! Even though they didn't know what the princess was up to, Huang Tian's actions still left everyone dumbfounded!
Only Alfalfa watched with sparkling eyes as she saw Huang Tian finish the wine and then heard his hearty voice!
"What a fine wine! I am fortunate to be able to enjoy such exquisite wine bestowed by the princess; this trip has not been in vain! Thank you, Princess!"
With the fine wine in his belly and feeling no discomfort for now, Huang Tian spoke with a smile. However, Alfalfa fell silent...
Wine is like a beautiful woman; a beautiful woman is like wine. A beautiful woman can be toxic; how can wine be free of poison?
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