Chapter 496 Princess of Marriage Alliance (2)_1
Due to her plans for going up the mountain at night, Cai Wei headed to bed quite early. Waiting till the middle of the night when everyone was asleep, she would then sneak out to collect spiritual energy in the mountains.
However, before she even had a chance to sleep, she heard a faint knocking on the door, followed by her father’s voice, "Wei’er, are you asleep yet?"
"Not yet, please wait a moment!"
Cai Wei quickly rose from her bed, hastily put on her clothes, and shuffled in her shoes to open the door for her father.
Ever since he returned, she had noticed that her father seemed not quite himself, but due to her preoccupation with her later plans, she had put off inquiring about it. Now that her father had come to her, she knew something significant must have happened!
As the door opened, Mu Zhongqing walked in, his expression heavy. He silently took a seat, his gaze on his daughter filled with affection yet uncertainty about how to break the news to her.
Ever since Wei’er attended the Empress’ Shangsi Festival banquet and performed the dance "Flying Sky", she became an overnight sensation. Many nobles in the capital were captivated by her, going out of their way to dine at Bafu Restaurant just for a chance to catch a glimpse of her. Even when she wasn’t there, the restaurant’s grilled skewers attracted the crowds. Consequently, the business at Bafu Restaurant had significantly improved ever since the festival!
When these young nobles paid their visits to the restaurant, they mostly arrived in chatters and groups. Born of illustrious households, these youthful gentlemen couldn’t help but be opinionated and speak openly about some sensitive topics involving the royal court.
Today, they brought a piece of news that deeply alarmed Mu Zhongqing.
"Wei’er, there is something I need to tell you..."
Mu Zhongqing’s brows furrowed deeply, his tone was grave, and his expression serious, causing Cai Wei to feel an intense apprehension.
"Father, what is it? You seem very anxious!"