My low-key cultivation of immortality was discovered by the emperor in my diary.

Chapter 71 Rainbow Bridge Connects Heaven and Earth

People were startled by the sudden appearance of the dazzling bridge of light.

Only Lüyun stepped into the rainbow-like bridge of light without hesitation. She took a few steps and hopped around a few times, finding the bridge to be very sturdy.

She quickly grabbed Lin Jiuxiao with one hand and Ji Lingchuan with the other, urging, "Hurry up, hurry up, Miss is waiting for us upstairs!"

Both of them were stunned by this sudden and wondrous sight, yet they obeyed and stepped onto the bridge of light. Beneath their feet lay solid, multicolored glass, each step feeling like walking on clouds, filling them with both surprise and joy.

Among the Night Guard squad, the daring Cheng Zi couldn't contain his excitement and strode after them. After a thorough inspection, he confirmed that there was no danger.

He immediately turned around and called out to his teammates with boundless pride: "Brothers, what are you waiting for? We're going to soar to the heavens!"

"This bridge leads straight to the heavens, can we... really go to the celestial palace?" Sister Qiao asked incredulously.

"How will we know if we don't try?" Lou Qing said, trying to remain calm. "Let's go and find out."

Upon hearing this, the other four also embarked on this journey into the unknown with great anticipation.

The light bridge seemed to possess a spirit; without them having to climb it, the bridge moved and contracted, carrying them "flying" into the sky, through the clouds and mist, straight into a fairyland.

They exclaimed in surprise:

"So high—!"

"Haha."

“This is so cool.”

The young man who had just said he "must see what it's like inside" was now filled with excitement and curiosity, and took the first step.

He silently thought to himself, "To have experienced such an extraordinary adventure in this life, what more could I ask for? All the world's splendor cannot compare to even a fraction of this moment!"

Then more and more people walked onto the magnificent rainbow bridge, their faces filled with longing and anticipation for the unknown fairyland.

They were all carried by that strange bridge to the heavenly palace in the clouds.

Princess Jin'an looked at everything before her and suddenly understood why Chu Lengyu found the mortal banquet boring and tedious. But she was not discouraged.

Ignoring the advice of the ladies-in-waiting, she resolutely stepped onto the Rainbow Bridge.

Inspired by the princess, the guests followed suit, vying to catch a glimpse of the fairyland.

Of course, Chu Lin was once again relegated to the last position.

But the rainbow bridge was taken back before he could even step onto it.

He helplessly watched the rainbow bridge gradually disappear into the distance, his heart filled with mixed feelings. He could only beat his chest and stamp his feet, his frustration overflowing.

In a bustling street, Chu Wenchen and his wife, Song, smiled and leisurely stepped onto another rainbow bridge.

Stepping into the Jade Pool Banquet, a breathtakingly beautiful scene unfolds before your eyes, a fairyland that soothes the soul.

A hundred flowers bloom in competition, their fragrance filling the air.

The celestial music was melodious and beautiful, like the sounds of nature.

The fairies, dressed in shimmering, colorful gowns, danced gracefully, their movements so light and enchanting that they were a feast for the eyes.

The delicacies were dazzling, each one exuding an enticing aroma, as if just one bite could make you forget the troubles of the world.

All around, clouds and mist swirl like a light veil, sometimes gathering into towering peaks, sometimes dispersing into rivers, lakes, and seas, ever-changing and breathtakingly beautiful.

Each wisp of cloud seemed to contain the purest spiritual energy of heaven and earth, gently brushing against everyone's cheeks, bringing a touch of coolness and a sense of transcendence.

When people first enter the fairyland, most of them appear somewhat reserved, standing nervously in place, not daring to move or touch anything easily.

But there are always those who dare to break the silence and constraints, bravely taking steps forward, and even beginning to follow the fairy's graceful figure, exploring every corner of this fairyland.

Standing on the clouds, people can easily overlook the capital city.

"I see it! There it is, that's my home!"

"This place is so beautiful, it's like a dream."

"The people down there are so small, and the houses are so small too."

"Look over there, that's the palace!"

……

at the same time.

On the Star Gazing Tower, the emperor's face was ashen, his brows furrowed with incomprehension and displeasure.

The light bridges that spanned all directions resembled a magnificent rainbow.

They intertwined and stretched in the air, yet none of them were willing to land here, as if the palace had been deliberately forgotten outside this grand feast.

Hong Fu, this seasoned palace eunuch, was extremely cautious, his eyes and ears always on high alert. He kept glancing at the emperor's face, afraid that he might inadvertently offend the emperor.

He was secretly puzzled, completely baffled as to why this mysterious girl would do such a thing.

If she could win His Majesty's favor, wouldn't wealth, honor, fame, and fortune be within her grasp? Yet she chose to let so many commoners participate in the Jade Pool Banquet—what a waste!

The emperor's gaze pierced through the clouds, fixed on that celestial realm above, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

He imagined that the fairyland must be filled with magnificent palaces and celestial music, a scene of otherworldly beauty, but he could only gaze at it from afar and could not experience it in person.

Sigh, he had actually been thinking that today's snow appreciation banquet would be an opportunity to support Chu Lengyu and even do her a favor.

Now look what's happened! She's throwing her own banquet, and it's in the sky!

But why did she specifically avoid the palace? Although the emperor knew that he was a stranger to Chu Lengyu, and that their meeting at this moment was somewhat abrupt and premature.

But this resentment and doubt entangled his heart like vines, making it increasingly difficult for him to let go, and he wondered why Chu Lengyu was like this.

Could it be... that I have offended her somehow?

At that moment, the concubines, princes, princesses, and even palace servants all witnessed this perplexing scene.

They exchanged bewildered glances, their hearts filled with doubt and confusion. Why did this grand banquet seem to exclude the royal family?

Could it be... that she's not afraid of offending His Majesty?