Bride of Gusu Twin Jades Book 3 Completed ✅☑️

36. Surprise Turns Sour

In the quiet, picturesque region of Xi'an Province, the evening is serene and the sky is painted with hues of orange and pink as the sun sets, casting a gentle glow over the landscape.

It’s Wei Wuxian’s 18th birthday, a special occasion that has drawn together close friends and family for a modest celebration.

Suddenly, the calm is disrupted by the arrival of a grand carriage, pulled by celestial horses.

The carriage comes to a halt with a flourish and out step the Heavenly Emperor Jiang Wanyin, his trusted soldier Wen Ning, the formidable Nie Mingjue, and the gentle Queen Mother Jiang Yanli.

Their regal attire and the aura of authority they carry indicate their high status and the importance of their visit.

Jiang Wanyin's face is stern and his eyes are hard as he surveys the unfamiliar surroundings.

Heavenly Emperor's frustration is evident, but he tries to keep his composure and the others follow, their expressions a mix of curiosity and concern.

The spy reports to the Emperor of Heaven that Crown Prince Wei Wuxian has been missing from Xi'an Province for a few months, which makes Jiang Wanyin furious.

Queen Mother Jiang Yanli looks around, searching for familiar faces so she asks as the hint of worry, “Where is Crown Prince Wei Wuxian?”