Jiang Li smiled generously at Yin Zhan. Seeing that Jiang Li was not shy, but rather composed in this manner, Yin Zhan narrowed his eyes, his gaze sweeping over Jiang Li and Jih Heng before finally retracting it.
This imperial decree of marriage came unexpectedly. Following that, Emperor Hongxiao still bestowed many gold, silver, and jewels upon Yin Zhan as compensation for Yin Zhili's unsuccessful request for marriage. By the time they returned to their seats, the focus of the discussions among the attendees had already shifted; Jiang Li, Jih Heng, and Yin Zhili became the talk of the event.
Jih Heng returned to his corner and, faced with looks from all directions, appeared utterly indifferent, continuing to pour and drink wine at his leisure. Of course, those who looked at Jih Heng knew of his unpredictable temper and did not dare to stare openly, but instead peeked at him secretly and cautiously.
