When they returned to their temporary residence, Ye Li asked curiously, "Which tribe does Princess Anxi's husband belong to? You and my brother both know their language. "Mo Xiuyao nodded," It's a tribe called the White Wolf Tribe in the southwest of Nanjiang. They live deep in the mountains and have been living with ferocious beasts and poisonous insects since childhood. Almost all the men in the clan were the best hunters and archers in the world. Besides, they are as good at controlling poisonous insects as the other Nanjiang people, maybe even better. When we were preparing to pacify Nanjiang, I had people investigate them and found that some of the soldiers had learned this language. I only learned it because I had nothing better to do. "
Ye Li sat down and poured tea for herself while thinking, "Princess Anxi chose this time to get married because she wants the support of the White Wolf Tribe?"
Mo Xiuyao nodded and sat down opposite Ye Li. Before they came to Nanjiang, they had sent people to investigate Princess Anxi's marriage. Mo Xiuyao said, "The current situation in Nanjiang is very unfavorable for Princess Anxi. Princess Anxi needs the support of other tribes in Nanjiang. It was better when Big Brother was in the South, but he has been busy in the Northwest these years. Princess Anxi has to deal with her father, Shu Manlin, Tan Jizhi, and the leaders of the tribes by herself. I'm afraid it's not easy. "
"Then …" Ye Li frowned and said worriedly. Although they should help Princess Anxi based on their friendship with her, they didn't want to help her. However, in terms of the stability between countries, a chaotic Southern Border was the most beneficial to them.
"Let's try not to get involved." Xu Qingchen's voice came from outside the door. Young Master Qingchen, who had regained his elegance and gentleness, walked in. When he saw Mo Xiuyao, he narrowed his eyes. He looked at Ye Li and said, "My friendship with Princess Anxi is one thing, but getting involved in the internal affairs of other countries is another. In the past, I was just a friend of Princess Anxi, but now our words and deeds represent the northwest. Therefore, we cannot make any mistakes. "Ye Li nodded and asked worriedly," Will it make things difficult for Big Brother? "
Xu Qingchen shook his head. "Princess Anxi knows her limits."
Ye Li thought for a moment and said, "To be honest, Princess Anxi may be talented in governing a country, but in terms of scheming, I'm afraid Princess Anxi is no match for those people. If we stand by and do nothing, once Princess Anxi is defeated and Southern Jiang falls into Shu Manlin's hands, it won't be good for the Northwest. "
Xu Qingchen fell silent for a moment and said, "I'll talk to Princess Anxi later. We can help them in secret, but we can't stand on either side openly. The affairs of Nanjiang have nothing to do with us. "Ye Li nodded and said," I understand. "Looking at Xu Qingchen's calm and graceful manner, Ye Li sighed in her heart. Sometimes, her brother was so rational that it was heartless. Perhaps in his heart, Princess Anxi was not as important as his family, even though she was his friend. After all, the Northwest was their home.
After all, they were guests from afar. The next morning, Ye Li and the others went to the palace to see the King of Nanzhao. As before, Princess Anxi personally accompanied him to the palace. After yesterday's meeting and conversation, Pu Ah was much more familiar and friendly when he saw them again. The young man also greeted them in the language he was used to. Even though she had been to Nanzhao before, this was the first time Ye Li had seen the King of Nanzhao. The King of Nanzhao wore a robe made of brocade and embroidery unique to Nanzhao. His entire person was resplendent. On his head was a magnificent crown made of gold and inlaid with emeralds and jade. His entire person was so dazzling that it was almost blinding. The entire palace was filled with a magnificent style that was completely different from the Central Plains.
"Prince Ding and Princess Ding have come from afar. I don't welcome them. Did Prince Ding and Princess rest well last night? " The King of Nanzhao sat on the throne and laughed heartily. But there was no welcome in Mo Xiuyao's eyes. The King of Nanzhao's Central Plains language was very good, but he had a slight Nanzhao accent. This was a problem that many Nanzhao people had, but it did not affect the listener's understanding. Mo Xiuyao smiled faintly and raised his hands in return. He said, "The Crown Princess's wedding is near. I and Princess Consort congratulate the King and Princess of Nanzhao. We also wish that the King of Nanzhao will have a grandson soon. "
The King of Nanzhao's expression froze. Even though there was nothing wrong with Mo Xiuyao's congratulatory speech, the King of Nanzhao was not yet fifty years old. Mo Xiuyao said that he wished him a grandson soon. It sounded normal, but in the King of Nanzhao's ears, it seemed to be mocking him for not being able to have a son.
"Even His Highness Prince Ding has come from afar. The Crown Princess really has a lot of face. I really envy her. " The atmosphere in Hall I was subtly stiff. Suddenly, a seductive female voice came from the side hall. Everyone looked to the side. Shu Manlin was dressed in the gorgeous yellow robes of the Saintess of Nanjiang. But she did not wear the mask that the Saintess of Nanjiang wore to receive outsiders. The other Nanzhao people in the hall seemed to be used to this.
Mo Xiuyao's gaze slowly swept across Shu Manlin. He frowned and said in confusion, "King of Nanzhao, this is?"
The King of Nanzhao laughed and looked lovingly at Shu Manlin. He said, "Prince Ding does not know. This is the Saintess of my Nanzhao Kingdom, Shu Manlin." Mo Xiuyao's frown deepened. He said coolly, "I heard that the Saintess of Nanjiang cannot be more than twenty-five years old and never sees outsiders. So this is just a rumor? " A trace of anger flashed across Shu Manlin's face. Was Mo Xiuyao saying that she looked more than twenty-five years old? But Shu Manlin had been locked up by Mo Xiuyao for more than half a year. She still had some lingering fear of him. Even in front of so many people, she did not want to take the initiative to provoke him. She could only look pitifully at the King of Nanzhao.
At least on the surface, the King of Nanzhao did treat Shu Manlin much better than Princess Anxi, who was the princess and the Crown Princess. Seeing Shu Manlin's pleading eyes, the King of Nanzhao immediately helped her out. "Prince Ding does not know. The Saintess is the great savior of Nanzhao. So after discussion among the chiefs of the tribes, the Saintess Shu Manlin will become the Saintess of Nanzhao for life. "
Ye Li glanced at Shu Manlin's slightly proud face and smiled in her heart. She did not know if Shu Manlin was the savior of Nanzhao. But based on her relationship with Tan Jizhi, she looked more like the bane of Nanzhao. To be able to persuade so many chiefs of the tribes of Nanzhao to agree that Shu Manlin did not have to abide by the rules of Nanjiang for hundreds of years, it was clear that their power in Nanjiang was not to be underestimated. It was no wonder that Princess Anxi chose to marry Pu Ah at this time. Pu Ah's tribe was also a very powerful tribe in Nanjiang. Coupled with the support of Princess Anxi's grandfather's tribe, they could barely compete with Shu Manlin and Tan Jizhi.
Mo Xiuyao nodded indifferently. A trace of anger flashed across Shu Manlin's eyes. She turned and looked at Xu Qingchen. After a slight pause, Shu Manlin stepped forward and smiled softly. "Is this the first young master of Da Chu State, Young Master Qingchen? It's a pleasure to meet you. Shu Manlin greets you. " Princess Anxi looked at her indifferently and sneered. "It's not your first time seeing Qingchen. Why are you so pretentious?" This woman had trapped Qingchen in the underground palace of Nanzhao for many days. Now she was pretending to be meeting him for the first time. How evil! Shu Manlin looked at Princess Anxi and blinked innocently. "Your Highness, what do you mean? When did I meet Young Master Qingchen? But you … I heard that Princess Anxi and Young Master Qingchen are very good friends. " Shu Manlin emphasized the word "very good". It seemed to be full of jealousy and resentment, but it also seemed to be intentional. Because she was speaking in the language of Nanzhao, she deliberately glanced at Pu Ah who was standing beside Princess Anxi. It was even more intentional.
Princess Anxi's eyes flashed with a sharp light. She looked at Shu Manlin coldly and said, "So what if I'm friends with Young Master Qingchen? I'm the Crown Princess of Nanzhao. Can't I even make friends with one person? But someone has been fooling around with King Li of Da Chu State for many years. At that time, someone hadn't received the privileges of the tribes of Nanjiang yet, right? " No matter how bold Shu Manlin was, she couldn't help but blush when Princess Anxi said that in front of so many people. "You!" Princess Anxi smiled disdainfully. "What? Holy Maiden, are you saying that you don't know King Li of Da Chu State? " Princess Anxi dared to ask this because she had evidence that Shu Manlin had known Mo Jingli for a long time. Shu Manlin couldn't deny or admit it. If she denied it, Princess Anxi might throw out the evidence of her relationship with Prince Li in a fit of anger. If she admitted it, it would be worse. Although she was no longer restricted by these restrictions, it would be very disadvantageous for her if people found out that she had been acquainted with a man outside for years.
"That's enough, Xi 'er. Why are you saying this in front of the guests? " The King of Nanzhao suddenly spoke. He frowned and looked at Princess Anxi. There was a hint of reprimand in his tone.
Princess Anxi was startled and finally lowered her head sadly.
Ye Li smiled at the smug look that flashed across Shu Manlin's face. She suddenly pursed her lips and said with a smile, "Speaking of which … I also feel that the Holy Maiden looks familiar." Shu Manlin looked at Ye Li in surprise. Her eyes were filled with nervousness and reproach. She seemed to be blaming Ye Li for betraying her. Ye Li smiled faintly. She thought seriously and said, "Maybe I was mistaken. Five years ago, when Quan 'er was one month old, I seemed to have seen a girl who looked very similar to the Holy Maiden follow a man to the northwest to play. But that man wasn't King Li of Da Chu State. This consort must have misjudged him. "
Ye Li's words scared Shu Manlin. She knew that she had been tricked by Ye Li. She was furious but didn't dare to show it in front of everyone. She could only swallow her anger and say with a forced smile, "It's good that you recognized her. My daughter has never been to the northwest. "
Ye Li smiled faintly and said, "What? I've also never seen two people who look so alike. Holy Maiden, please don't blame me. "
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