At this moment, contrary to what was imagined, the atmosphere inside the hall was not oppressive, but rather bright.
Seven dancers were gracefully performing, the Regent sitting on the steps below the dragon throne, grabbing a handful of dried fruits with his left hand, eating while enjoying the show;
Nian Yao walked in, and the dancers continued without stopping.
Xiong Tingshan, who was seated in the corner, beckoned Nian Yao to sit together, and Nian Yao complied and sat down beside Xiong Tingshan.
After a long while,
The dance ended,
The Regent smiled,
and said:
"Reward."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Once the dancers departed, the Regent leaned back, rested his arms on the steps, looked up at the carved beams and painted rafters above.
Xiong Tingshan approached after getting up and said:
"Brother Emperor, what good mood."
The Regent shook his head and said:
