Coughing twice, Lin Wanyi felt a bit embarrassed being stared at by the Emperor. She originally intended to tease the Emperor, but unexpectedly, he teased her right back. So she chuckled awkwardly, planning to change the topic to something else. Soon, the waiter was already calling for the dishes to be served. The speed of the BaBao Building’s service was indeed surprising. They hadn’t even been seated for fifteen minutes before all the dishes were served. Four meat dishes and four vegetable dishes, plus two soups. Though there were many dishes, the portions of each were not large. The waiter smiled and explained. "Nobles like to sample the flavors, so our restaurant serves smaller portions initially. If you like any, we can bring more." Lin Wanyi liked this kind of attitude very much. They didn’t bully customers because the restaurant was big; instead, they considered things from the diner’s perspective. No wonder the BaBao Building’s business was thriving. Though she had tried their Eight-Treasure Chicken before, she hadn’t tried the other dishes. Thus, Lin Wanyi was eager to try them. The Emperor rarely saw Lin Wanyi so excited, and inwardly felt that the decision to leave the palace was very correct. So he waved his hand. Seeing this, Dong Yuzhong deliberately cleared his throat and said. "Well, you may leave. If anything else is needed, we’ll call for you." "Okay, enjoy your meal, sirs. I’ll take my leave." As he left, he also closed the door to the private room. The waiter’s perceptiveness was commendable. Dong Yuzhong went forward to taste the dishes, testing them for poison. Only after confirming safety did he serve dishes to the Emperor and Lin Wanyi. Although it took a moment, the dish was still hot. The first dish they naturally ate was the Lotus Leaf Chicken. Lin Wanyi took a bite and felt it was still the same taste, instantly feeling all relaxed. Suddenly, the matter of her pregnancy made her even more joyful. One can imagine her fondness for the Lotus Leaf Chicken. Seeing her so satisfied, the Emperor also took a bite. After chewing slowly and savoring, he eventually said. It was rare to hear the Emperor comment on any dish, and after this, Chunqi was more determined to replicate it. The portion of Lotus Leaf Chicken wasn’t large, and the two ended it after a few pieces. They felt a bit unsatisfied. But thinking of eating other dishes, they decided not to order more. Chopsticks were used to sample all the other dishes. The two of them tried all the dishes. Ultimately, except for the Lotus Leaf Chicken, they found the other dishes not as delicious as Chunqi’s cooking. So they didn’t order more. Instead, another portion of Lotus Leaf Chicken was urged to be served again. After Lin Wanyi had a satisfying meal, she didn’t forget to pack some to take away. Besides giving them to the Second Prince, she thought of giving a share to Qiu Ming in the palace, Nanny Du, and Nanny Ji. As for Qin An’s share, she didn’t want to instruct directly in front of the Emperor. But Xia An gave her an assured expression, so she relaxed and smiled. As for the remaining few, they were to be taken back by Chunqi to secretly learn the craft. So there wouldn’t be a need to go outside the palace frequently if she craved it again. After eating and drinking to her full, Lin Wanyi found herself a bit too full to move. The scenery outside the BaBao Building’s window was nice too, so she simply stayed to enjoy the view after the cleaning was done. The Emperor had no objections to this action. Initially, the plan was to stroll outside for a while before returning. Now, sitting inside the building was seemingly safer than walking outside. "It’s a pity I have no musical talent, otherwise this mood and scene would be perfect if someone played a tune," she said. The Emperor raised an eyebrow at her, sensing there was a hidden meaning in her words. "Do you really want to listen?" "Go ahead, there is a flute in the carriage, bring it here." After saying this, Dong Yuzhong went downstairs, returning shortly with a Jade Flute in hand. This flute appeared to be of excellent quality. Even though Lin Wanyi wasn’t musically inclined, she wasn’t blind. The Emperor received it and then played a tune. The melody was fitting to the occasion; it was "March Spring." As the melodious tune played with elegance, Lin Wanyi seemed to see a peach forest before her, feeling utterly comfortable. Although the private room blocked the outside view in, it couldn’t stop the music. Right beside the BaBao Building, Princess Huiyue, amusing herself with a paramour, suddenly sat up. She remembered the tune all too well. But this was outside the palace; how could there be such a similar melody? "Could it be that he left the palace?" The paramour beside her, with rosy lips and white teeth, soft and tender, continued teasing around her waist. "Eldest Princess, what are you saying? Why not enjoy with me?" His words spelled out the ridiculousness of their affair. Indulging in daylight revelry, they continued their escapades even outside the Princess Mansion. Coming to a teahouse to fool around. She pushed away the annoying paramour, dressed herself, and stood by the window to listen closely. The lustful glint in her eyes gradually gave way to clarity. A smile appeared on her lips. Indeed, it was her "brother," who seemed to be on a covert inspection. She opened the window a little, looking around carefully. Not seeing anyone, but noticed those vendors stationed in front who were all looking around vigilantly. Seeing this, Princess Huiyue understood. It was evident they were disguised Imperial Guards. So he came out of the palace specifically to eat Lotus Leaf Chicken? The Lotus Leaf Chicken at the BaBao Building was well-known in Shengjing City, so Princess Huiyue had tried it too. But in her understanding, the Emperor was not one to be gluttonous. Why would he suddenly come out just for food? There must be a deeper intrigue. So, she calmed her thoughts and stood quietly by the window. After some time, she saw someone come out. Indeed, upon recognizing the familiar face, Princess Huiyue’s gaze deepened further. Her dislike for him was so palpable that even the paramour beside her dared not utter a sound. Read complete version only at N0v3l.Fiɾe.net However, the woman following behind the Emperor caused Princess Huiyue to furrow her brow. She had never seen this woman before. Judging by her appearance and age, could she be a new concubine who entered the palace last year? After quarreling with the Emperor for so long, she was often too lazy to attend palace banquets. After all, with the Empress Dowager absent from the Imperial Palace, none under heaven dared to challenge her. At this moment, her interest was piqued. The Emperor brazenly took someone from the harem out to dine. This offense, if reported to the Empress Dowager, would surely earn the Emperor a scolding. Not to mention the accompanying concubine. If she could find fault with someone the Emperor liked, Princess Huiyue would be more than pleased. Watching as the carriage slowly rode away, a plan started to form in her mind. At this moment, the two people inside the carriage had no idea they were being watched by Princess Huiyue. If Lin Wanyi had known that the smooth days ahead were courtesy of this Eldest Princess, she wouldn’t have taken this trip. Didn’t have to give someone a handle to grasp.