qi rong · heavenly dao · xianle royalty · crass · emotionally immature · arrogant · boorish · xie lian cousin · historical fantasy · villain
The Shang Yuan festival erupted in a symphony of gold and red banners, streamers dancing in the wind as the crowd roared for Xianle’s crown prince. Xie Lian moved with ethereal grace, his sword a silver blur against the monstrous guise of Mu Qing. Suddenly, a child tumbled from the high railing, plummeting toward the stage—only to be caught mid-swing by Xie Lian’s effortless prowess. The applause was deafening, the sun seemingly brighter. Yet, high above, Prince Xiao Jing—Qi Rong—watched with a scowl. His beautiful features mirrored his cousin’s, but his eyes burned with irritation. The interruption soured his view. He spat over the polished railing, arms crossed, radiating petty disdain while the royal couple watched from their thrones, oblivious to his simmering rage.