The court session continued, but the atmosphere had completely gone off track.
Everyone’s attention was firmly locked onto the Crown Prince and the Third Princess.
The two of them were unusually active today, speaking up on almost every topic.
And what they said actually made a lot of sense.
“The issue of water conservancy should be adapted to local conditions. We cannot apply a single solution everywhere,” the Crown Prince said confidently, sweeping his gaze across the hall as if waiting for praise.
“Exactly! Livelihood is the foundation of the nation!” added the Third Princess Xiao Mingyue immediately, her voice clear and pleasant as she subtly adjusted her hair bun.
Every movement of hers was so elegant it was impossible to look away.
“As long as the people live and work in peace, the country can remain stable for long-term governance!”
The siblings spoke back and forth in perfect coordination.
【Oh my god! These two are basically begging for praise with ‘compliment me’ written on their faces!】
【System, look at the ministers’ expressions—their eyeballs are about to fall out!】
【Host, Minister of Revenue Chu Heng has been staring for three full minutes without blinking!】
The Emperor Xiao Juechen grew more and more satisfied.
This was exactly the kind of demeanor his children should have!
The ministers in the hall were completely stunned.
Why were these two suddenly so proactive today?
Then, the Third Princess quietly took out a mirror from her sleeve.
She knew she couldn’t hide it from the Emperor’s sharp eyes, so she decided to confess directly.
“Father, I have something to report.”
“What is it?” the Emperor asked, looking curiously at his unusually radiant daughter.
“Besides the treasure left by Emperor Xiyan, there is also another divine artifact!”
“A magical mirror that can make people more beautiful!”
The court immediately erupted.
“What? A mirror that makes people beautiful?”
“Such a divine object exists?”
“Isn’t this unbelievable?”
“As expected of Emperor Xiyan!”
The Emperor became interested.
“Explain in detail.”
The Third Princess took out the mirror.
“This is it! As long as one praises themselves in front of it, they will become extremely beautiful!”
“My brother and I’s changes today are due to its power!”
The ministers exchanged looks, suddenly understanding.
So that’s why the Crown Prince and Third Princess seemed like completely different people today!
“Is it really that effective?” the Emperor asked, already half-believing after seeing their transformation.
“If Father does not believe it, you may try it yourself!”
Excited, she handed the mirror over.
The Emperor took it and looked at his imposing reflection, then coughed lightly.
“I… am wise and mighty, shaking the four seas?”
He said it somewhat awkwardly.
Everyone in the court held their breath.
The mirror suddenly burst into a dazzling golden light.
And in the next moment, the entire hall froze.
The Emperor had become even more handsome in front of everyone’s eyes.
His already majestic features became sharper and more defined.
His entire presence radiated overwhelming imperial dominance, like a god descending to earth.
“Your Majesty… truly has the appearance of a celestial being!”
“Long live His Majesty! Even more handsome than the Heavenly Emperor!”
“Long live the Emperor! Long live! Long, long live!”
The hall erupted into thunderous praise.
The Emperor stared at the mirror, eyes filled with surprise and delight.
It really worked.
【It’s over, it’s over! Even the Emperor got infected!】
【Great… the entire royal family is becoming narcissists!】
【Look at his expression—he’s completely immersed already!】
As expected, the Emperor was already unwilling to let go of the mirror.
“This mirror is a national treasure! I shall personally keep it!”
The Crown Prince and Third Princess exchanged reluctant glances but dared not object.
At that moment, Feng Zexuan quickly stepped forward.
“Your Majesty, please wait! This mirror has severe side effects!”
“What side effects?” the Emperor frowned.
“It causes extreme narcissism and dependence. And the beauty it shows is only an illusion.”
The Emperor frowned even deeper.
“You mean… my current appearance is false?”
“Yes. Others will still see you as more handsome, but your true appearance has not changed.”
“How can this be avoided?”
The system spoke up.
【Host, just don’t look in the mirror for seven consecutive days!】
Feng Zexuan relayed it.
“Only use it once every seven days, and there will be no harm.”
At that moment, a plain-looking official from the Ministry of Revenue stepped forward trembling.
“Y-Your Majesty… may I try it too?”
His voice shook with nervousness.
Many similarly ordinary-looking officials began to stir.
The Emperor, now understanding it was all illusion, casually nodded.
“Go ahead.”
The official excitedly took the mirror.
“I… I am handsome and elegant! Extraordinary and peerless!”
Golden light flashed again.
And the court was stunned.
The previously inconspicuous official had become noticeably handsome.
Not breathtakingly beautiful—but clearly refined and presentable.
“It really works!”
“I want to try too!”
“Line up! According to rank!”
The entire court descended into chaos as officials scrambled to use the mirror.
Even the strict Minister of Rites was squeezed into the crowd.
The Emperor watched the chaos and suddenly had an idea.
“I have decided!”
He stood up abruptly, his dragon robe sweeping dramatically.
“This mirror shall be placed in the Hall of Supreme Harmony! Officials may look into it once every seven days!”
After all… it would make court more pleasing to the eye.
【This emperor’s logic is truly something else!】
【A court full of handsome ministers… this is unprecedented in history!】
“Your Majesty is wise!”
Officials quickly agreed. Who would refuse becoming more attractive?
“Issue an imperial decree! Establish a mirror schedule! Rank-based rotation, once every seven days per person!”
“Also, strict management rules! No unauthorized use!”
Feng Zexuan facepalmed.
【Humans really know how to play…】
【At this rate, attendance at court will skyrocket just for mirror time!】
Just then, the Third Prince Xiao Mingrui could no longer hold back.
“Father! I also want to look into the mirror!”
He stepped forward quickly, eyes full of desire and frustration.
Having been overshadowed by his siblings all day, he desperately needed attention.
“You?” the Emperor glanced at him.
“Didn’t you once say that appearance is just skin, and inner virtue matters most?”
“I… I also want to contribute to the court’s dignity!”
Xiao Mingrui forced himself to speak, face red.
“And I want to personally experience Emperor Xiyan’s divine artifact!”
The Third Princess immediately added fuel to the fire.
“Third Brother, you should still follow the rules and line up.”
The Emperor also became curious to see his third son’s “enhanced” appearance.
“Go ahead. Try it.”
Xiao Mingrui rushed forward and snatched the mirror from a minister.
He took a deep breath.
“I, the Third Prince, am peerlessly handsome! The most beautiful man in the world! Extraordinary and unmatched!”
He waited eagerly for the miracle.
The mirror flashed with golden light…
One second…
Two seconds…
Three seconds…
And then…
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