A second chance with my billionaire husband

Chapter 1877 - 442: Complete Life’s Grace, Life Is Like a Play (7)

"I apologize for neglecting all the honored guests; it is my fault." Before the person arrived, her voice was heard.

The sound was loud and full, as if amplified by a loudspeaker, making those who heard it feel a tingling in their ears.

The next moment, the woman gracefully appeared.

She had changed into a red evening dress that was less formal than before, but added more feminine softness. It seemed she had a fondness for red, and indeed, only she could wear red with such vivid charisma.

Faced with such a stunning woman, Agunara was mesmerized. The queen’s formal attire was too noble, making it hard for anyone to develop irreverent thoughts. But at this moment, shedding the queenly attire, she appeared like an ordinary woman, with a luminous and vibrant beauty that struck directly at the soul, making him somewhat unable to contain himself.

"Is this the Eleventh Prince? As the rumors say, he indeed inherited King Milaiden’s...."

Agunara thought she was going to praise him, and he proudly puffed up his chest.

The woman’s red lips curved slightly, her eyebrows dark and painted like a picture, with an air of bewitching charm.

"Flamboyance."

Agunara’s smile instantly froze on his face, just as he was about to slam the table and roar, King Milaiden hastily pulled him aside, "Apologize to the Queen."

The woman sat in the main seat, picked up a napkin, and gently wiped her fingers, smiling as she said, "Children are not something I bother arguing with."

Children? He was no child long ago.

Agunara was about to retort when he suddenly collided with her gaze, eyes like a whirlpool instantly captivating his spirit entirely.

After being tugged by Milaiden, he sat down blankly, forgetting what he wanted to say earlier.

The woman glanced at Milaiden with an amused smile, "The king wouldn’t blame me, would he?"

Milaiden quickly waved his hand, "Not at all, what the Queen said is also true...."

King of Lais is naturally timid and never makes enemies outside, how could he dare to offend this woman of unknown terrifying power.

Agunara really didn’t understand why his father was so polite to this woman. He was the sovereign of a nation, equal to her, wasn’t he? According to the standards of both countries, he completely outweighed her, right?

The woman cast her gaze around the room, greeting each one, and finally her gaze settled on Yan Nanmo with a half-smile.

"I’ve heard that Mr. Yan and his wife share a deep bond; it’s a celebrated story in Country Hua. I greatly admire devoted men. Mr. Yan, I offer you a toast, hoping you and your wife grow old together. We all bear witness to this."

With that, she raised her glass towards Yan Nanmo from afar.

The maid next to him immediately filled Yan Nanmo’s glass with wine. Yan Nanmo lifted his glass, "Thank you for your kind words."

Why did she bring up Yan Nanmo and his wife? Among those present, Sangque had lost his wife and never remarried, Milaiden was known for his capricious and indifferent nature, not recognizing true emotions, Lady Mindai had been widowed for years, living alone, while Leilos’ wife’s infidelity had caused a huge scandal known worldwide.

No one present had a happy marriage. Perhaps this was the cost of high positions, but Yan Nanmo was different. His career was successful, and his marriage was happy. Previously unnoticed, now called out by Ji Lanyi in person, he showed no modesty, causing several of them to look at Yan Nanmo with somewhat different eyes.

Yan Nanmo remained composed, unfazed by all the eyes on him, raising his head to down the wine in one gulp, and sat back down slowly.

"Mr. Yan is straightforward."

With a pause, "Not only is Mr. Yan’s marriage happy, I’ve heard both of your sons are outstanding, the eldest being a civil and martial all-rounder devoted to the nation, the youngest being talented and exceptional. Mr. Yan is very fortunate indeed."

Yan Nanmo’s brows furrowed imperceptibly; she knew the relationship between Ah Song and Yun Ya, yet she brought it up on purpose. What was she aiming for?

Neo raised an eyebrow, this woman was truly strange, her topics always circling around Yan Nanmo. Could it be she fancied Yan Nanmo? Indeed, two people of talent and beauty seemed well-matched.

Or did she have her eyes on Yan Nanmo’s son as a son-in-law?

He considered the second possibility quite likely.

"Your Majesty, on first sight, I was struck by Your Highness the Princess’s celestial beauty, and I’m particularly enamored. Could we invite Her Highness out for us to feast our eyes...." These words were somewhat frivolous, matching Neo’s usual style.

The Queen wasn’t angry, instead instructing the butler with a smile, "Go invite the Princess over."

Butler Ziyu obliged, turning around and swiftly leaving.

Very soon Butler Ziyu returned, whispering, "Her Highness the Princess is feeling a bit unwell, unable to come, and has asked me to pass her regards to the honored guests."

Is she truly feeling unwell, or is it just putting on airs? Hah, does she really think she is a princess?

Neo wore an expression of concern: "Is Her Highness alright, should we call a doctor...."

"Your Grace, it’s kind of you to worry. A doctor has already seen her; it’s not serious, just needs plenty of rest."