The next day, at the imperial palace of Tiandu, in the royal flower garden.
Today the place was bustling, nobles and dignitaries from all over Da Xia, adorned in vermilion and purple robes, came and went without end.
The music of strings, wind instruments, and zither played rhythmically, flowing like a tranquil stream from the mountains, exceedingly pleasant to the ear.
At the same time, gorgeously dressed palace maids walked about, and numerous singers performed on stage, showcasing their exquisite dance skills.
Here lay one jade-stone long table after another, loaded with various rare and excellent delicacies, with many of Da Xia's influential figures gathered, all discussing joyously.
In the front, King Huai was present, and so was the new Emperor Ji Yuan, though the latter had a rather poor complexion.
Because, although this palace banquet was held in his name, nearly everyone's attention was directed towards King Huai, overlooking him, the emperor of Da Xia.