You've found the Gusha-hime Knight, so put your hair up in a bun!

Sylvie's unabashed gaze was, strictly speaking, somewhat rude.

While Foley and Serme could understand their son's rude behavior, they still found it somewhat amusing.

However, the adults were well aware of the situation between the sisters Shiloh and Zeno. At that moment, Serme pulled her husband and daughter away, leaving the space to them.

Anya hesitated, wanting to speak but ultimately closed her mouth, lowered her head, and followed her mother to the other side.

Serme secretly observed her daughter's reaction, shook her head, and thought that if she was still so stubborn, she might as well be more direct and lock Shiloh up with her, and then use some magic to make her confess her feelings.

After Shiloh's family left, Zeno's expression relaxed a bit, and her bright red lips curved into an even more alluring smile.

Zeno stepped forward, casually placed his hand on Shiloh's shoulder, and smiled, his eyes crinkling, saying, "How about it? Don't you think I'm a little too beautiful?"

Shiloh nodded honestly and said with admiration, "Although I've always thought you were pretty, you really are... a real eye-opener today."

"Hum~"

Zeno puffed out his chest proudly, his face beaming with an unstoppable smile.

Although Zeno was pleased that Shiloh said she thought she was pretty before, her reaction after changing into this outfit for her birthday made her even happier.

What? Femininity is something this prince can have as much of as he wants!

Indeed, listening to Mother was the right thing to do!

But before Zeno could finish rejoicing, her keen eye for sight, honed through countless life-or-death battles, made her notice that as Xiluo looked around, her gaze fell on her chest, and after a moment, a hint of regret appeared on her face.

click-

The veins on Zeno's jade-like hands bulged, his smile stiffened, and his gilded eyes were filled with a chilling coldness.

What kind of look is that?

"Uh, it's nothing... By the way, happy birthday."

Shiloh looked away somewhat awkwardly, trying to change the subject.

Zeno snorted twice in annoyance, thinking to himself that this guy really had no taste. What was so good about that kind of bloated figure? Only someone with a figure that was neither too big nor too small like himself would look good!

"Everyone wished me a happy birthday, but where's my present?"

Since there was still a long way to go, Zeno, who believed that the marriage alliance was already a sure thing, stretched out his hand and waved it up and down in front of Shiloh.

"I've prepared a gift, but it might not match your outfit."

Xi Luo touched her chin, surprised that Zeno would wear a long dress today. If she had worn her usual fitted trousers and vest, the gift would have looked more natural.

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Zeno's eyes lit up. He gently nudged Xiluo's chest with his elbow and said, "It doesn't matter what, neither of us are the type to care about that kind of thing, right?"

Seeing Zeno's smile, Shiloh also smiled.

It's clear she's really happy today.

But was it really because he was happy on his birthday, or...?

Xi Luo felt a pang of doubt in his heart, but outwardly remained calm as he took out his gift from his personal space.

"Here you go, I hope you like it."

A beautifully decorated, simple little box lay in Shiloh's palm. Zeno took it with great care and then slowly opened it.

Although it is impolite to open a gift in person, it makes perfect sense if it happens to the First Princess.

Seeing the look of surprise on Zeno's face, the guests who were secretly observing the two were very curious about what Shilo had given that would make the eldest princess so happy.

"Haha, as expected of you, you understand me so well."

Admiring the pair of items lying in the box, Zeno grinned, his eyes filled with excitement.

This thing will probably come in handy in a little while...

"Elbow, come inside with me, I'll treat you to something delicious tonight!"

After putting away the birthday presents, Zeno took Xiluo's arm and led him inside.

As Zeno led him away, Xiluo said somewhat helplessly, "Hey, you're the main character today, is it really okay to only entertain me?"

"Pshaw, so what? Others aren't good enough for me—"

"Little Zeno~"

Zeno's expression froze, and he stopped speaking abruptly.

Looking at the gentle woman approaching gracefully, Xi Luo respectfully patted his chest and bowed, saying in a low voice, "I extend my highest respect to you, Your Highness the Second Imperial Consort."

Upon hearing this, the Second Princess Consort playfully reached out and tapped Xi Luo's brow with her finger, saying, "Why have you become so distant, child?"

"No, it's just that I can't forget to greet Her Highness the Princess, Aunt Polina."

Chapter 187 Oh yeah, beautiful auntie!

Shiloh blinked, and when the Second Princess Polina heard his affectionate address, her smile gradually turned to one of satisfaction.

"It's still a long way before the birthday party officially starts, so you'll have to wait a little longer, Xiao Zeno."

After saying that, Polina pulled Zeno over, gave her a wink, and then smiled at Shiloh.

Zeno was taken aback, but so far, the tricks his mother had taught him had been very successful. Zeno, who always readily accepted advice, would not allow an amateur to instruct an expert. So he decisively nodded apologetically and said, "Sigh, etiquette is such a hassle. See you later then?"

"Ah good."

Shiloh nodded, intending to take this time to look around and secretly check if anything unusual had happened.

The minister who attempted to assassinate His Majesty the Emperor in the original timeline should already be present; perhaps going to observe him would be a good option.

Just as Shiloh was thinking this, a soft voice suddenly sounded from behind him.

"Siro, you're here so early."

The gentle voice made Xi Luo's smile widen. Turning around, he saw Arya, dressed in a pure white light blue dress, looking at him with adoring eyes.

The gentle and quiet girl was like a saint under the moonlight, embracing the pure moonlight at this moment, and her gentle smile made people feel at peace.

However, the gazes coming from behind the girl were not so friendly.

Shiloh coughed twice and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Uncle Kahn, Aunt Aisley."

Looking at the obedient-looking Shiloh, Kahn, wearing gold glasses and with a gloomy face, snorted coldly and said nothing.

Aisley's expression, however, was completely different, filled with satisfaction for her son-in-law. She then nudged Arya forward and said with a smile, "You two can enjoy your time together, we won't disturb you~"

"Oh, Mommy!"

When Arya publicly revealed her relationship with Shiro, her face flushed red. She stomped her foot shyly, looking incredibly cute.

"Hehe~"

Aisley covered her mouth, teasingly moving back and forth between the two young people, then hooked her arm around her husband's and practically "dragged" him away.

Kahn's expression darkened further. His father was leaving, but his daughter didn't even glance at him; her eyes were practically glued to that brat!

Seriously? You've only been apart for a few hours?!

The thought of his beloved daughter, whom he had raised for so many years, being inexplicably taken away by Shiloh made the old father, Kahn, feel a tightness in his chest and a slight urge to vomit blood.

Shiloh glanced in the direction Kahn had gone, took Arya's small hand in his, and squeezed it.

Feeling the force from her fingertips, Aria's heart skipped a beat, and she vaguely sensed the thought that Shilo wanted to convey.

For a moment, Aria felt a chill run down her spine from the thought that was swirling in her mind.

Following Shiro's gaze, Arya glanced in the direction her parents had left, then turned to look at Shiro. Just as she opened her mouth to utter a seemingly unrelated syllable, Shiro silenced her with a finger to her lips.

Xi Luo nodded, his dark eyes serious.

Arya clenched her small hands. Shiloh's way of expressing himself was telling her that what she had a premonition about tonight might be related to the realm of the "unknown."

call--

Arya took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down, and then grasped Shiloh's hand in return, telling him that she was ready.

Fortunately, there is the Yin-Yang Harmony Scripture, a dual cultivation technique. After long-term dual cultivation, the spiritual connection between them will gradually increase, which is why they can transmit certain information in this way.

Now, we are getting closer and closer to the turning point in our destiny. Even a casual remark could change the course of the whole thing.

Now, the inescapable trap has been set up, and all that's left is to wait for the actors to enter.

"Should I go back to my parents' side first?"

"Aria asked tentatively."

"Ah."

Knowing she was very worried, Xiluo said "Be careful" and pinched her cheek before letting her leave.

Just as Shiloh was about to continue searching for the traitor, a fragrant breeze suddenly approached from behind, causing his heart to skip a beat.

Mysterious, alluring, elegant...

Just smelling this fragrance conjures up an image of a noble and beautiful mature woman in my mind.

The woman in the original timeline who, after learning of her own death, wore mourning clothes and searched the world for her killer...

"Auntie, it's been a long time."

Suppressing the turbulent emotions within him, Xi Luo slowly turned around, gazing into those beautiful, blood-red agate eyes, and softly greeted them.

A beautiful woman with snow-white hair, dressed in a dark green gown, quietly gazed at Xi Luo's face with a gentle smile playing on her red lips.

At that moment, all sound in the hall seemed to disappear, leaving only the two of them.

This child...

Natalia's lips parted slightly, sensing that something about Shiloh had changed since he returned from Maple Leaf Territory.

My heart, which had been desperately suppressing its excitement, now seemed to want to break free of the confinement in my chest, and it was beating extremely fast.

咚咚

咚咚

A beautiful blush rose on Natalia's fair face, and she couldn't help but reach out her delicate hand to caress Shiloh's handsome face, which she found so captivating.

"Auntie...?"

Although Shiloh enjoyed Natalia's caress, he still reminded her of the occasion.

He didn't care, but he was afraid his aunt would die.

Shiloh's soft call startled Natalia awake. Her crimson pupils narrowed as she realized that her current behavior seemed somewhat ambiguous.

But after all, she is the queen of intelligence in the capital, so she still has the ability to make adjustments.

“Little Shiloh has grown up again... he’s a mature young man now.”

Natalia's voice was gentle, and to outsiders, it sounded like an elder expressing their pride in a successful junior.

Upon learning Natalia's true feelings, Shilo reached out and took her hand, gently rubbing it against his chest. He smiled sincerely and said, "Yes, after all, becoming someone you can rely on was one of my goals when I was a child."

The warmth from Shiloh's palm made Natalia feel her body temperature rising, and her face, which had just cooled down, started to heat up again.

Ugh, how can this child be so...

Natalia pursed her lips, thinking that Shiloh used to be a pure child who knew nothing, but after going outside, he became like a playboy who had conquered the world of love.

Thinking of the girls accompanying Shilo in the intelligence report, Natalia felt a pang of jealousy. She couldn't help but raise her other hand and pinch Shilo's cheek, saying coquettishly, "That's easy for you to say. You've been home for so long and haven't even thought to come see me. What's going on, hmm?"

Chapter 188 Auntie, you smell so good!

Xi Luo scratched his head awkwardly. Although he had been back in the capital for some time, too many things had happened during that time, and he simply hadn't had time to visit his aunt.

So Xiluo squeezed her aunt's hand apologetically and said, "I'm sorry, I'll definitely make it up to you."

"Oh~?"

Natalia became interested and asked with amusement, "What kind of compensation?"

Xi Luo scratched his face, thought for a moment, and said, "After this period of time is over, I'll come and stay with you for a while? Anyway, it's been a long time since we've lived together."

Recalling the time she spent caring for young Shilo, a look of nostalgia appeared on Natalia's face, a smile playing on her lips as she nodded: "At least you still have some conscience."

Shiloh breathed a sigh of relief, but then Natalia pulled him into her arms.

"Come here with your aunt, let me tell you how you managed to win over so many girls."

Although Natalia spoke in a teasing tone, Shiloh, who knew her inner feelings, could still sense the resentment and bitterness in her words.