The Little Prince of Goryeo, Li Chengcheng, had not expected that Xu Zhangjin would suddenly make things difficult for Official Lin. Official Lin was the emissary of the two countries. He had not only accepted Ashil's bribe, he had also accepted the agate that Li Chengcheng had personally given him. If this was exposed, Official Lin would not have a good ending, and his Goryeo would not have an advantage.
The Little Prince anxiously signaled to Xu Zhangjin with his eyes. Palace Attendant Xu firmly shook her head and said respectfully in a small voice, "Your Highness, please forgive me. Zhangjin is a little palace attendant, but I will not tolerate bribery happening in front of my eyes. No matter what, I will report this to the Emperor of China. "
The Emperor smiled slightly and looked meaningfully at Lin Wanrong. He said to Xu Zhangjin, "Palace Attendant Xu, is what you say true? Do you have any proof? "
"Your Majesty, when Ashil Daren bribed Official Lin, this one was at his side and saw it with my own eyes. In order to see the power of the China army, Ashil Daren gave Official Lin two night pearls and two ferghana horses. Official Lin not only accepted the bribe, but also led Ashil Daren to watch the cannon practice of the army. The Turkic Khaganate and China are currently at a stalemate. Official Lin, because of his own selfishness, leaked the secrets of the country and may have caused the deaths of countless soldiers and commoners. This one is from Goryeo, but Goryeo and China are separated by a strip of water and have been friends for generations. I cannot bear to see the people of China suffer, so I have reported Official Lin to His Majesty in hopes that he will repent. " Xu Zhangjin cared about the people and was impartial. While the matter did not concern her and she had a friendship with Official Lin, she still persisted in her opinion and spoke confidently in front of the Emperor without any fear.
Lin Wanrong had a faint smile on his face as he looked at Palace Attendant Xu. It was a pleasure to look at her snow-white neck, arched eyebrows, and cherry lips. The Little Prince of Goryeo had an awkward expression. If the Emperor really wanted to investigate, he would not be able to cover up the matter of him giving Official Lin the agate. Xu Changjin was famous for his stubbornness and integrity in Korea. Who would have thought that he would be the same in China?
When Palace Attendant Xu finished speaking, the officials were shocked. This girl was too ignorant of the situation. The reception envoys taking bribes was an open secret in China, and the Emperor had turned a blind eye to it. Now, she had brought it to the table. This reception envoy, Lin San, had been personally appointed by the Emperor. Wouldn't this embarrass the Emperor?
The Emperor nodded and waved at Gao Ping. Eunuch Gao took out a jade plate and removed the red cloth that covered the plate. There were two luminous pearls the size of a thumb on the plate. They shone resplendently and shone brightly.
"Palace Attendant Xu, come and take a look. Are these two night pearls that Ashe Le gave to Lin San?" the Emperor asked with a smile. He was very close to Palace Attendant Xu.
Xu Zhangjin walked forward and carefully appraised them before nodding. "Yes, these are the two. Your Majesty, why is this with you? "
The Emperor laughed loudly. "Since it's these two, then there is no problem. Everything that Lin San has done has been ordered by me. The army of China is strong, the cannons are mighty, and we do not fear anyone watching. It is difficult for Official Ashe Le to refuse the two night pearls and two ferghana horses that he has given to Lin San. Due to Lin San's meritorious reception, I have already bestowed these gifts to him and instructed him to give Official Ashe Le a painting of our country in return. Palace Attendant Xu, you are kind and upright, and you do not fear power. I greatly admire you. I hope that you can maintain this spirit in the future. "
No wonder Official Lin was so free and unfettered. So all of this was on the orders of the Emperor. It was a pity that this person hid it so well that he even put on an act in front of me. Xu Zhangjin glanced at Lin Wanrong. She saw Official Lin beaming with pride. She couldn't help but smile and shake her head. Official Lin's personality was too hard to understand. It was best not to provoke him.
"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. Zhangjin only wants to work for the welfare of Goryeo and the people of China. I do not ask for anything else," Palace Attendant Xu said elegantly.
The Emperor nodded with a smile. He was very happy. "Since this matter has been cleared up, then it is even better. Lin San, you just said that the Turks are strong and equal to China. Do you agree … "
Lin Wanrong shook his head. "Your Majesty, what this commoner means is that our China and the Turks have been in a stalemate for many years, and there has never been a victor. Ashe Le's sudden proposal is sincere, but it is also a bit sudden. Goryeo and the Turks, to the Princess, both have their strengths and weaknesses. This commoner suggests that the Princess make her own decision. Who knows, the Princess might already have her own opinion. "
The officials understood. This Lin San was young, but he was also an old fox. In the end, he didn't support either side and kicked the ball to the Princess.
The Emperor laughed heartily and said, "Lin San is right. Since both countries are sincere in their proposal, and our China has countless men who admire the Princess, we will hold this marriage convention. We will have the men of Goryeo, the Turks, and China participate together and compete fairly. Princess Ni Shang can test them. Those that the Princess likes, no matter if they are from Goryeo, the Turks, or my China, will be the son-in-law of China, the Princess' son-in-law. What does everyone think? "
"Your Majesty is wise!" Cheng Wang, who hadn't spoken for a long time, said respectfully with a light in his eyes.
The officials saw that the Emperor had made up his mind and didn't dare to object. They all praised in unison.
A princess of China wanted to choose a son-in-law. Wasn't this too childish? Lin Wanrong snorted. In the distance, Xu Wei also had a worried frown.
"Today, we are choosing a son-in-law for the Princess. Zhen will not speak. Everything will be decided by the Princess." The Emperor smiled. "Other than the Goryeo and Turks, there will be countless men from China competing. To ensure fairness, all the tests will be set by the Princess. Ashe Le, Prince Li, do you have any objections? "
"Your Majesty is wise." The two nodded. They both had their own plans. China had the advantage in numbers, but they were fighting one on one. The Goryeo and Turks each had a large group of strategists and had a higher chance of winning. In the end, this kind of competition was more advantageous to them.
… …
The Emperor nodded slightly at Gao Ping. Gao Gonggong walked forward and loudly announced: "Princess Ni Shang, please — —"
Gongs and drums filled the air and firecrackers rang out. The tall palace gates slowly opened and two groups of beautifully dressed palace maids walked out. Each of them carried a red embroidered ball. These embroidered balls were tied together by a yellow satin and were tied to the handle of a small yellow sedan in the middle.
The small yellow sedan was carried by eight people. They were dressed lavishly and there was a large red embroidered ball on top. Eight beautiful palace maids surrounded the sedan, escorting it. The long procession followed the red carpet in the middle of the field and headed for the small building in the center. The curtains of the sedan were lowered and no one could see the person inside.
The crowd burst into cheers. Although they couldn't see the person's face, to be able to come out of the inner courtyard of the palace, there was no doubt that this was the Emperor's most beloved little princess.
The officials standing beside the Emperor couldn't help but whisper among themselves. They hadn't seen the Emperor's little princess for many years and they didn't know what she was like now.
The Goryeo and Turkic envoys were also in high spirits. Li Chengzheng gazed at Princess Nichang's palanquin and muttered to himself, but no one knew what he was saying. Xu Zhangjin and Lady Han were talking in low voices, as if they were discussing the competition that was about to take place.
Standing next to the Hu emissary, Ashile, was a Turkic man of similar appearance. His face was ordinary, but his eyes shone with wisdom. It was clear that he would not be an easy opponent to deal with.
Princess Ni Shang? So this was Qing Xuan? Lin Wanrong stared at the sedan and wanted nothing more than to fly up and open the sedan to see the true appearance of the person inside.
"Sir Xu, Sir Xu — —" Lin Wanrong squeezed to Xu Wei's side and called out.
"Brother Lin, what is it?" Xu Wei's brows were tightly furrowed, as if he was thinking about something.
"This … there are no conditions to participate in the competition, right? Can I sign up? "Lin Wanrong asked expectantly.
Xu Wei glanced at him and smiled, "Little brother, you suspect that Princess Ni Shang is that Miss Qing Xuan?"
Lin Wanrong nodded, "The possibility is very high. Sir Xu, I should be able to sign up. Even if there is only a one in ten thousand chance, I still want to try. "
Xu Wei sighed, "As long as you are between 20 to 30 years old and unmarried, you should be able to participate. This Princess Ni Shang suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Your Majesty's way of handling matters is indeed unfathomable. This old man can't understand it anymore. "
Old Xu always swallowed half of his words. Lin Wanrong didn't understand, but he didn't have time to think about it. On the other side, Princess Ni Shang's little sedan chair had already arrived in front of the building. She had entered the building, and it seemed like she was about to enter the small building.
Lin Wanrong's heart thumped. Just as he was about to go downstairs to join the competitors, he saw the Emperor's gaze land on him, "Lin San, come here!"
He can even see me hiding behind Old Xu? This old man really isn't an Emperor for nothing. He walked forward with a smile. The Emperor smiled, "Lin San, did you sleep well last night?"
"That's great. Thank you for your hospitality." Lin Wanrong smiled and said, "I almost overslept this morning."
The Emperor nodded, "Lin San, I entrust you to be the matchmaking envoy for today's matchmaking. You will be in charge of supervising —"
Lin Wanrong hurriedly waved his hand, "No, no, Your Majesty, I also want to participate —"
"How dare you!" The Emperor's expression turned angry, "If I want you to be the matchmaking envoy, then be the matchmaking envoy. When did I say I want you to participate in the matchmaking? Everyone in the world can go, but you can't. "
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