This morning, Na Sheng brought Beirong's envoys to Beijing, and Pei Xiuyan led hundreds of officials to the city gate to greet him.
The streets in Kyoto are empty and crowded. The people all wanted to see the legendary new emperor Beirong.
Na Sheng brought 2,000 guards, a dozen envoys, and his personal servants with him on this trip, totaling no more than 2,000 people. He was accompanied by more than 50 carriages and luggage.
The carriage Na Sheng was riding in was covered with glazed emeralds. On the roof was a black gold unicorn head on the west side. Wherever he walked, the jade jade jingled melodiously.
The city gate was wide open, and Pei Xiuyan, wearing a bright red official robe, stood in front of the officials, looking really handsome and handsome.
He said loudly to Na Sheng's car: "Pei Xiuyan, King of the Qing Dynasty in Dafeng, is here with hundreds of officials to welcome Emperor Beirong Tianwu to Beijing."
Na Sheng opened the curtain and slowly stepped out of the carriage, his voice indescribably evil. "I have heard for a long time that the King of Qing Dynasty in Dafeng was unparalleled in his talents and virtues. When I saw him today, he was indeed well-deserved."
Pei Xiuyan, the officials, and the people on both sides fell silent.
Na Sheng's appearance is too ghostly.
Rumor has it that because he was born with double pupils, he was always wearing a hat in the military camp and no one saw his true face.
When I saw him today, I discovered that his left eye has a black double pupil, and his right eye has an emerald double pupil. His nose is thin and straight, his lips are extremely thin, and his face is cold and white. His whole person is like an evil god, and he is indescribably coquettish.
Pei Xiuyan was the first to come to his senses. "The Great Emperor Tianwu praised me so much, I don't dare to take it seriously."
Na Sheng raised the corners of his lips and smiled, "The King of Qing is humble."
After the two exchanged some pleasantries, Pei Xiuyan followed the rules and made arrangements to welcome Na Sheng to Honglu Temple.
The journey of the Beirong Mission was full of dust. During the day, they had to clean up and wash up at Honglu Temple, take a short rest, and go to the palace for a banquet in the evening.
The minister of Honglu Temple stayed in Honglu Temple to entertain the Beirong delegation, and Pei Xiuyan took the other officials to the palace first.
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After Na Sheng entered the arranged palace, a black figure jumped down from the beam.
“Your Majesty.”
"Did you find out?"
"I found it, it should be Princess Ye Chuyan of the Qing Dynasty."
Na Sheng narrowed his eyes slightly, "Oh~ what do you mean should?" His voice was as cold as ice.
The shadow paused for a moment, "Your Majesty, I really have no way of verifying the red mole on the ankle you mentioned."
"Get down!"
The black shadow disappeared.
Na Sheng suddenly chuckled. "She's a wife? It doesn't matter!"
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As the sun set dimly, Yan Xi drove Ye Chuyan to the palace for a banquet.
When Ye Chuyan came out with Bai Zhi, shock and amazement flashed in Yan Zai's eyes.
Today, Ye Chuyan is wearing a lotus color double-breasted feather gauze top, a white magnolia skirt with hundreds of flowers and flying butterflies, and a snow-colored silver silk waistcoat with scattered flowers.
Her hair was combed back into a bun, with only a Buddha's hand-shaped gold hairpin inserted diagonally. There was a hollow golden branch wrapped with silk on her neck, and there were no other unnecessary decorations on her body.
This outfit complements her own temperament.
This is a temperament that is different from that of any official aristocratic woman, not delicate or coquettish. The whole person's spirit is clear and graceful, as clear as a pearl of fairy dew.
Outside the palace, the carriages were lined up like a long queue.
The emperor has invited ministers of first rank and above to bring their families. Tonight's palace banquet is unprecedentedly grand. Everyone must get off the bus outside Zhengyang Gate and walk to Hanyuan Hall where the palace banquet is held.
The noble ladies walked towards Hanyuan Hall in groups of three or two. Although the weather was cold, they could not stop the fragrant powder from hitting their noses and making their skirts fly.
After Ye Chuyan got out of the car, Yan Pei asked the servant to drive the carriage away, and he accompanied Ye Chuyan into the palace.
Along the way, some people saw Ye Chuyan whispering to each other, and their eyes kept wandering around her body, with various expressions such as surprise, contempt, disdain, and doubt in their eyes.
"The daughter of a guilty minister has the honor to attend the banquet today."
"Ye Chuyan dressed up so stunningly today, she must have wanted the people of Beirong to take a look."
"So what if you take a high look? Can you still seduce the new emperor of Beirong and become the queen of Beirong?"
"Don't talk nonsense, or King Qing will get angry if he hears it."
"Prince Qing? I heard that Prince Qing handed over all the power of the family to his sweetheart, Miss Zhao. It will be a matter of time before Ye Chuyan is divorced. Protecting her in Lan Yue Pavilion is just for the sake of Prince Qing's face."
Bai Zhi was very angry when she heard these malicious comments.
Before the incident in the Ye family, when these people met their master, no one would fawn over him with a shy face, and they were all as friendly as close friends. Now that I'm fine, I see my master acting like a god of plague, and I wish I could hide three feet away while still making irresponsible remarks behind his back.
Ye Chuyan patted Bai Zhi's hand gently and whispered: "Bai Zhi, the palace is no different from other places. You must not show your emotions."
Bai Zhi grew up with Ye Chuyan and was well-informed. I was really dissatisfied and resentful just now. When I heard Ye Chuyan's reminder, I hurriedly said: "Yes, Princess."
She quickly put away her emotions and followed Ye Chuyan in a well-behaved manner.
According to palace regulations, ministers and servants are not allowed to enter the palace. However, Yan Ke had the imperial edict from the Qing Dynasty and was granted permission to enter.
He followed Ye Chuyan expressionlessly, ignoring the rumors and scanning the surroundings vigilantly.
His mission today is to safely escort the princess to the prince without any accidents.
The emperor has not yet arrived, and the ministers are waiting in Hanyuan Hall.
When the female relatives arrived, they were not in a hurry to take their seats, but started chatting with people they knew well. Everyone attending the banquet today has their own thoughts.
When Ye Chuyan entered, Nan Gongli, who was talking with several ministers at the entrance of Hanyuan Hall, was the first to notice her.
He bypassed the ministers who were talking and walked slowly to Ye Chuyan. He smiled warmly and said, "Princess Qing, I am going down to Nan Gongli."
Ye Chuyan frowned slightly.
Wu Mu mentioned Nan Gongli. She always felt that King Pingyang was unfathomable.
She had never met King Pingyang before, and she didn't know why King Pingyang knew her, yet he came up to say hello without hesitation under such circumstances.
Due to etiquette, Ye Chuyan returned the gesture lightly.
For a moment, everyone in the hall looked at the two people.
Does Nan Gongli know Ye Chuyan? Seeing the two of them chatting like acquaintances, this scene is really strange and worth exploring.
Ye Chuyan was stuck on the spot, thinking about how to escape. Pei Xiuyan from a distance saw her at a glance.
Today, Ye Chuyan stands out among all the beautiful women. Nan Gongli smiles at Ye Chuyan. What does An De mean?
His eyes suddenly turned displeased. He quickly walked over and quietly held Ye Chuyan behind him.
"King Pingyang knows my princess?"
Nan Gongli ignored Pei Xiuyan's displeasure, but still smiled gently and said: "Prince Qing, please don't misunderstand me. I heard that the princess's sword dance is one of the best in Kyoto, and I have admired her style for a long time."
Because of the matter of establishing the queen, Pei Xiuyan knew clearly that Nan Gongli and he were by no means friends.
"King Pingyang has lived in Dianzhou for a long time and has a deep understanding of matters in Kyoto."
The people around him were vaguely aware of something unusual in Pei Xiuyan's words, and they all listened attentively.
Nan Gongli saw that his goal had been achieved, so he didn't bother much. "King Qing is joking."
Ye Chuyan knew that he had to unite with Pei Xiuyan at this time, and he didn't want to be scrutinized by everyone here.
"Your Majesty, I would like to take a walk in the Royal Garden."
Pei Xiuyan understood and took advantage of the situation and said, "Go ahead and let Yan Xi accompany you." It was not appropriate to conflict with Nan Gongli at the palace banquet today.
Ye Chuyan nodded and stepped back.
Ye Chuyan took Bai Zhi and Yan Pei out of Hanyuan Hall and went to the Imperial Garden.
Halfway through the journey, Yan Che suddenly said: "Princess, please wait here. I will come as soon as I go down."
