The Empress's chariot had not yet arrived, and the sky gradually darkened, changing from cold white to dusky yellow, as the fragrance of flowers filled the air. A line of palace maids entered the scene, placing pastries on the table. Each wore flowing sashes, and their figures seemed to be carved from the same mold.
"Excuse me for asking, are you Young Hero Pei Ye?" Li Chen folded his hands together and bowed slightly—a formal salute. After the salute, he pursed his lips, appearing slightly reserved.
Seeing the dragon-patterned Xuan Robe, Pei Ye was recalling the proper title in his heart, only to see the other party bow first, which naturally made him exclaim "Ah?" in his heart. He quickly clasped his fists and returned the salute.
In terms of stature, this person was similar to Zhang Dingyun, but slightly taller, which made him less jovial and gave him an air of reticence and taciturnity.
