The Immortal Empress, Unrivaled Through Eternity

"They're here!"

At Ziyun Pavilion, Li Yunqing gazed towards the gate.

The clamor of gongs and drums ceased abruptly, and Jiang Yu, dressed in a long, bright red robe, stepped through the gate.

Carrying loads of betrothal gifts followed closely behind, like fish leaping over the dragon gate, all of them were delivered to the Li family.

Congratulations! Congratulations!

One by one, figures stood in front of the door, speaking to Li Yansong from afar, their faces full of smiles and joy.

Thank you all for coming!

Li Yansong returned the greeting and said loudly, "Fellow villagers, I apologize for the poor hospitality. Please come in and have a seat."

As those figures were led into various courtyards, the entire Li residence became lively.

There were many people, mostly villagers who came to congratulate and witness the betrothal gifts procession.

The courtyards surrounding the main hall were almost completely packed with people.

Even the alley in front of the Li family's house was filled with banquets, with people coming and going, and laughter and chatter filling the air.

Until noon.

A loud, clear voice suddenly rang out.

"The Qin family, the city lords, have arrived to congratulate the Li and Jiang families on their engagement!"

"The Zhou family, the city magistrate, has arrived to congratulate the Li and Jiang families on their engagement!"

"The Lin family from Wanbaolou has arrived to congratulate the Li and Jiang families on their engagement!"

"Commander Jiang Jing of the Demon Suppression Division has arrived to congratulate the Li and Jiang families on their engagement!"

"The Wu family has arrived in the inner city..."

Amidst the greetings, the Jiang family head and Li Yansong both came to the door to welcome them.

Many people were startled when they saw the Commander of the Demon Suppression Division.

They immediately stood still to greet him, bowing with their hands clasped in greeting.

Upon hearing the chant, the people immediately began to murmur amongst themselves.

"The Demon Suppression Division even sent people to offer their congratulations?"

"What's going on? When the major families come, we see each other all the time, we have to give them face, but the Demon Suppression Division doesn't need to!"

"Yes! The Demon Suppression Division is directly under the current emperor. They only slay demons and eliminate evil, never form factions, and have even less contact with the major families."

"That's right. If they don't belong to the same faction, even the Demon Suppression Division might not give them face because of the Jiang family."

"Whose influence is so great, anyway?"

"People from Wanbaoge have even come..."

"It seems the Li family is about to rise to prominence."

Immediately, various discussions arose one after another, and many families of the same level as the Li family all looked on with envy.

Even the members of the major families all had strange expressions on their faces.

The Demon Suppression Division and the forces in the city will not have much interaction; one side is responsible for maintaining the stability of Qingzhou, while the other side is only concerned with demons and evil gods.

They are considered two different factions.

Furthermore, being directly under the Emperor, no one dared to form factions within the Demon Suppression Division.

The fact that they would come to offer their congratulations is beyond everyone's expectations.

"My lords, please enter the main hall!"

Li Yansong's expression showed surprise, but he did not hesitate at all and kept bowing to welcome her.

In a short time, the vast main hall was filled with people.

They were all prominent figures in Qingzhou City.

Even the top ten martial arts schools in the inner city received congratulations from their representatives.

On the high platform above the main hall, red lanterns swayed gently, complementing the large red carpet on the floor.

Red silk and green paper, bright red lanterns, and various paper-cut window decorations intertwine, creating a festive atmosphere.

Li Yansong, his face flushed, strode to the high platform and bowed respectfully to the surroundings: "Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend my daughter's engagement banquet."

As he spoke, Li Yansong bowed again, cupping his hands in all directions.

There were far too many people, more than he had expected.

Especially those figures from the Demon Suppression Division, Wanbaolou, and the Zhou and Qin families—people who are rarely seen even if one wants to.

Also following them were the young masters and ladies from various families.

It can be said that today's scene encompasses almost all the major forces in Qingzhou City, making it an extremely large event.

"Now, I invite you all to witness the engagement of my daughter and the young master of the Jiang family!"

As soon as Li Yansong finished speaking, Jiang Yu, dressed in a red robe, couldn't wait to walk up to the high platform and bow slightly to the four directions.

His eyes were full of joy as he looked towards the main hall entrance, his face brimming with anticipation.

The surrounding guests also began to discuss and praise each other.

"Young Master Jiang is truly a handsome and talented man!"

"I wonder what Miss Li looks like that makes Young Master Jiang so anxious!"

"Hahaha...they must be a perfect match, a match made in heaven!"

The engagement of the young master of the Jiang family was such a grand occasion that no one dared to refuse him.

Even Zhou Ru, the eldest daughter of the Zhou family, Qin Wan'er, the eldest daughter of the Qin family, and other women from various families who admired the young master of the Jiang family.

Even if they were unhappy, they wouldn't dare to act recklessly in such a situation.

Amid the murmurs of the crowd, soft footsteps slowly approached.

Almost instantly, everyone's eyes turned to that direction.

Under the midday sun, a figure slowly approached, stepped straight into the main hall, and gradually became clear to everyone.

The red dress was so bright and eye-catching, it was as if the crimson sunset had been woven into the fabric.

Transformed into a phoenix about to take flight, adorned with various gemstones, their luster shimmering and complementing each other.

The long train of her skirt trailed on the ground, its gold and silver hues intertwined, embroidered into intertwined branches that meandered and crisscrossed.

The bright red, light shawl shone through, like clouds encircling the back of the dress.

Following her fair, jade-like shoulders, the trail extended down to her white arms, dancing in the wind.

Her black hair was tied up on top of her head, lightly secured with gold, silver, and jade hairpins, with pearls hanging in the distance, like several bright moons, swaying and dancing.

The shimmering light fell entirely on that exquisite, flawless face.

At that moment, the entire main hall fell silent the instant the girl's face was seen.

The silence was so profound you could hear everyone's heart pounding.

It wasn't until Li Yunqing's figure walked step by step onto the high platform of the main hall that everyone came back to their senses.

"With a beauty that could topple kingdoms, she must be the daughter of the Li family?"

"With an elegant demeanor and natural grace, what a beautiful woman!"

"The Li family daughter possesses such beauty, yet she has not revealed a single trace of her fame; she truly hides it well!"

"No wonder the young master of the Jiang family is like this..."

In an instant, exclamations of praise echoed throughout the main hall.

A series of gazes, filled with amazement and shock, pierced through the void and landed on that face.

Her eyebrows and eyes were like a painting, her gentleness like water, as if she held deep affection within them.

As her clear eyes blinked, they resembled ripples spreading across a clear spring, tearing apart the moonlight and adding their own embellishments.

Between her slightly upturned lips, two pearly teeth were faintly visible, like a hidden treasure, making one want to gently pry them open and explore.

Her delicate, fair face, tinged with pink, was without the slightest touch of rouge, yet it remained breathtakingly beautiful.

Standing on the red carpet on the high platform at this moment, I felt an indescribable sense of tranquility and clarity.

Like a bright moon hanging high, illuminating the silent ocean.

Yet she was bound by that bright red dress and banished to the mortal world.

"Is she Li Yunqing?"

Zhou Ru, the eldest daughter of the Zhou family, gasped softly, subconsciously biting her lip. Her eyes widened, narrowing, filled with shock and jealousy.

She and Qin Wan'er were renowned throughout Qingzhou, even known as the "Twin Beauties of Qingzhou," but now, seeing Li Yunqing, who had no fame whatsoever, she felt somewhat ashamed of herself.

Now I finally understand why Jiang Yu would fall for a woman like that.

If she were a man, she would probably want to possess such a woman completely.

However, no one responded to her words at that moment.

Most people remained captivated, their gazes burning with desire as they wandered over the body encased in the red dress.

Her shoulders were partially exposed, pure white and flawless, her skin as delicate as jade, making one want to embrace her and caress her.

Long, smooth arms and slender, jade-like fingers intertwined on her abdomen.

Her ample breasts resembled two rounded mountain peaks, and her two straight, long legs supported her rounded hips, creating a captivating and alluring silhouette.

Such a captivating figure, yet with a serene temperament, she resembles a goddess from a celestial palace, making one want to pull her down to the mortal world to play with her.

For a moment, the breathing of most people in the main hall became heavier.

Many people harbored a hidden urge to tear that bright red dress apart.

"Does such a perfect woman truly exist in this world?"

Lin Ya also exclaimed in surprise, his Adam's apple bobbing slightly, his eyes fixed on Li Yunqing.

He suddenly realized that Jiang Yu hadn't exaggerated; the girl in front of him truly possessed endless charm.

He seemed to radiate light, dazzlingly bright.

"Such a fairy-like beauty, I have never seen anything like her before!"

"Such a beauty exists in Qingzhou City?"

The eldest sons of the Qin and Zhou families both had their eyes flashing at this moment, staring straight at Li Yunqing on the high platform.

A strong possessiveness rose in their eyes.

That's the most instinctive reaction of a normal man when he sees the most beautiful woman in the world.

Even the young masters and noblemen of the various families all had their mouths slightly open and their eyes seemed to be shining with divine light.

A feeling of indescribable regret suddenly welled up in my heart.

He regretted not having met such a stunningly beautiful woman sooner.

For a moment, everyone looked at Jiang Yu with intense hostility, as if they were carrying knives.

"The Li family's daughter is truly extraordinary!"

"Peerless beauty, a goddess descended to earth!"

The heads and wives of the various families seemed to snap out of their daze at this moment, and couldn't help but sigh.

Looking at Jiang Yu, who was still staring blankly at Li Yunqing, a hint of understanding appeared in his eyes.

If it were them, they would probably do the same.

"What a nice view!"

Jiang Yu's heart pounded, and her Adam's apple bobbed.

Even at such close range, he could smell the delicate fragrance emanating from Li Yunqing and clearly see her tender, jade-like skin.

For a moment, I was breathing rapidly and didn't know what to say.

Jiang Jing, who was sitting upright, had an unfathomable look in his eyes as he stared straight at Li Yunqing.

Li Yunqing, dressed in a red wedding gown, looked like a fairy descended to earth.

The interplay of passion and tranquility does not diminish its charm; on the contrary, it makes people's hearts surge even more.

He clenched his fist slightly, then looked at the somewhat dazed Jiang Yu, his expression gradually darkening, with a hint of gritted teeth.

How could Jiang Yu be worthy of such a stunning woman?

After thinking for a moment, his lips moved slightly, and wisps of true energy, carrying his voice, burst forth from his lips like a gentle breeze, drifting towards Li Yunqing.

Under the gaze of dozens of people in the main hall, Li Yunqing stood calmly on the high platform, like a clear pool, undisturbed.

The next moment, a familiar yet hoarse voice gently rang in her ears.

"Li Yunqing, if you are unwilling, just nod."

"I'll help you break off the engagement; you don't need to do anything!"

"It's not for any other reason than that I just don't like Jiang Yu!"