Meeting the Royal Siblings

Ouyang Yuansi and Ouyang Yuanswu both greeted her simultaneously, "Ninth Royal Sister."

Ouyang Yuansi then stood up quietly to the side, but Ouyang Yuanswu, ever curious about this mysterious sibling who is raised in the Emperor's inner palace, bounced forward excitedly.

Yuanjiu responded coolly, "First Royal Brother, Fourth Royal Brother, Fifth Royal Brother."

She leaped lightly from the carriage and stood there calmly, observing them.

The three brothers assumed their younger sister was timid due to her age and the unfamiliar environment, so they enthusiastically approached her, determined to care for her as their youngest sibling.

Ouyang Yuanswu stared intently at the magical pet in her arms. "Ninth Royal Sister, is this your magical pet? What's its name?"

Yuanjiu didn't reply and simply walked forward. "Come in or stay out."

The three brothers were momentarily stunned.

Xiaoci stifled a laugh. "Your Highnesses, the Ninth Princess is inviting you in. Don't just stand at the door."

Ouyang Yuanyi shook his head with a smile and followed.

Internally, he mused, it's truly a child that was raised by Father Emperor.

Her aloof nature is nearly as strong as his.

The Fourth and Fifth Princes quickly chased after him.

They wouldn't miss this rare opportunity to interact with their mysterious younger sister.

The small building had two floors.

Upstairs was Yuanjiu's personal suite, including a bedroom, a bathroom, and a study.

Downstairs housed four guest rooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a dining area.

The living room and dining area were open-plan, giving a spacious feel.

The interior décor was elegant, and the building was fully equipped with all necessary amenities.

It was evident that Ouyang Qingcheng truly doted on Yuanjiu.

To say there wasn't even a trace of jealousy among the three brothers would be a lie.

They felt a slight discomfort in their hearts.

After all, they were also children of the Emperor, and though their accommodations were within the advanced area, they couldn't compare to Yuanjiu's residence.

Thankfully, they hadn't seen Yuanjiu's room.

If they knew that each corner of her room held priceless luminous pearls, one could only imagine their thoughts.

Yuanjiu wasn't in a hurry to head to her room.

She sat in the reception hall, placed Xiaoding on the ground, and let the little magical beast roam freely.

Meanwhile, she and her three royal brothers engaged in a silent staring contest.

Xiaoci was busy preparing some snacks, and Xiaoyi carried Yuanjiu's luggage upstairs to organize her room.

Ouyang Yuanyi gradually calmed his emotions and said with a smile, "Ninth Royal Sister, to avoid unnecessary trouble, we all use aliases at the academy. Few people here know about our royal status. Have you thought of a name to use? The three of us changed our surname to Yang."

Yuanjiu replied, "Long Xiaojiu."

Ouyang Qingcheng had already informed her about concealing her identity, and this name was chosen by him

Xiaoci poured tea for everyone and placed a tray of exquisite pastries on the table.

At this moment, a commotion arose outside.

When Xiaoci opened the door, several other royal siblings who also studied at the academy had arrived.

Today marked Yuanjiu's first public appearance, and no one wanted to miss the rare opportunity to meet her.

"Well, well, our Ninth Royal Sister's place is truly impressive," came a playful voice.

Yuanjiu looked up to see a boy about Ouyang Yuanyi's age striding in.

His features were fresh and handsome, inheriting much of Consort Yu's elegance while faintly resembling Ouyang Qingcheng's robust demeanor.

His sharp, narrow eyes boldly scrutinized Yuanjiu.

Ouyang Yuanba hadn't expected Yuanjiu to be such a lively and delicate person.

He had attended her hundred-day banquet six years ago but had no distinct impression of her.

At the time, he had only glanced at her out of curiosity and thought she looked quite ordinary.

He never anticipated that she would change so drastically over six years.

Despite his long-standing jealousy of her favored status, seeing her now left him with a sense of helplessness.

Yuanjiu's appearance was so captivating it was difficult to harbor dislike for her.

Yet, when he noticed the spatial ring on her hand, his expression briefly mirrored Ouyang Yuanyi's earlier reaction.

"So, this is the Ninth Royal Sister? No wonder she's the most favored one. What a shame she has no magical ability. Don't worry, your Second Royal Brother will look after you in the future."

Ouyang Yuanba sneered as he casually took a seat.

Seeing him deliberately poke at Yuanjiu's "weakness," Ouyang Yuanyi's expression darkened. "Second Royal Brother."

Yuanjiu's gaze shifted to the two girls who had followed him in.

One was Ouyang Yuansan, and the other was Ouyang Yuanba's younger sister, Ouyang Yuaner.

Since Concubine Yang and Consort Yu were close, Ouyang Yuansan often associated with Ouyang Yuanba and Ouyang Yuaner.

Ouyang Yuaner, noticing her eldest brother being stern with her own brother, pouted and ran over. "Second Royal Brother, Ninth Royal Sister has stolen Father Emperor from us. Why do we even have to stay here?"

Her words instantly complicated what was meant to be a simple meeting.

Even though Ouyang Yuanba disliked Yuanjiu, he hadn't intended to sour their relationship right away.

Hearing this, he cast a reproachful look at Ouyang Yuaner.

Ouyang Yuansan, being more innocent, said, "Eight Royal Sister, my mother said it's because Ninth Royal Sister doesn't have a consort mother, so she lives with Father Emperor. Ninth Royal Sister is very pitiful."

Ouyang Yuaner huffed but said nothing further, giving Yuanjiu a begrudging glance.

I am not pitiful.

Yuanjiu thought to herself.

However, she had no intention of speaking up.

Whatever they said didn't matter to her.

Xiaoci and Xiaoxia, seeing Yuanjiu remain silent, assumed she was upset by their words and felt heartache for her.

Although their princess did not rebut their words, they internally defended her: You're just jealous.

Our princess is not pitiful at all.

The Emperor dotes on her immensely.

The atmosphere grew awkward.

Ouyang Yuanyi cleared his throat and said, "Ninth Royal Sister has now changed her name to Long Xiaojiu. From now on, make sure not to call her by the wrong name. Xiaojiu, are you planning to join the Swordman Class?"