Gu Shu?
The people of the Feng family all felt their hearts move. Even Feng Yu Heng could not help but take a few more glances at that person's face.
In the South, Gu Shu was separated from Dashun by an uninhabited region. Like Qian Zhou, they were two extremes. One was cold all year long, while the other was hot all year round. This also caused the people of Qian Zhou to have very white skin, while the people of Gu Shu were a little darker.
The rules for the four vassal countries were that two countries would pay tribute on the first day of the new year and two countries would pay tribute on the 15th. Today was the sixth day of the new year. Having an envoy from Gu Shu enter the capital was not strange. But she was a little puzzled. Why would an envoy from Gu Shu come to the Feng manor?
Feng Jin Yuan's question immediately received a response, as that person said: "Prime minister Feng has good eyes. This lowly prince is the second prince of Gu Shu, Fan Tian He. Left prime minister Dashun, greetings. "The corners of his lips curled up, as he saluted Feng Jin Yuan. When he stood up, his appearance was even more feminine.
Upon hearing that it was from Gu Shu, the matriarch immediately felt a little embarrassed. She also felt a little guilty. She felt that she did not even recognize this person, yet she had rushed to speak first. She feared that she would cause trouble for Feng Jin Yuan, thus she quickly said to Fan Tian He: "So it was your Highness from Gu Shu. Please do not blame me. This old one is old and actually mistook you for someone else.
This is a death sentence. "The girl at Fan Tian He's side picked up where she left off:" Elder madam is exaggerating. Us siblings took the liberty to speak. We should apologize to you. "
Feng Jin Yuan quickly asked: "This is the princess of Gu Shu?"
Fan Tian He nodded, "My younger sister is Fan Tian Man. This is my Gu Shu's seventh princess."
Fan Tian Man giggled once more and saluted to Feng Jin Yuan: "Prime minister Feng, greetings."
Feng Jin Yuan quickly returned the salute, "I don't dare. I don't dare. Greetings, princess."
The group stood in the middle of the yard and exchanged greetings. The matriarch quickly woke Feng Jin Yuan up: "Quickly invite his Highness and princess to the front hall to sit."
Who knew that Fan Tian He would wave his hand and say: "No need. This lowly prince came today to deliver a few things. After delivering them, I will leave. "As he said this, he clapped his hands, and a group of servants immediately brought in a few large chests.
Feng Jin Yuan was puzzled, "Your Highness, this is …"
Fan Tianhe did not reply to him and turned to Kang Yi, "This little prince had just entered the capital when he heard that the eldest princess was living in the Prime Minister's Mansion of Zuo, so this little prince chased after her. These are the betrothal gifts that this lowly prince specially brought from Gu Shu to ask eldest princess Kang Yi of Qian Zhou. "
"What?" Feng Jin Yuan immediately became angry, "Your Highness Gu Shu, what does this mean?"
Fan Tian He continued to stare at Kang Yi, completely ignoring Feng Jin Yuan. It was his younger sister at his side, Fan Tian Man, that spoke up for him: "Imperial brother's meaning is that he wishes to marry Qian Zhou's eldest princess. This matter really has nothing to do with Master Feng. It's only because the eldest princess is temporarily staying here that we've come to disturb you. We'll definitely prepare a generous gift to apologize to Master Feng another day! "
While she was explaining, Fan Tian He spoke up and said to Kang Yi: "Gu Shu and Qian Zhou are located at the extremes of winter and summer. If it wasn't for them both coming to Dashun to pay tribute, it would truly be very difficult for them to meet. This lowly prince was fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of eldest princess eight years ago at the border of Qian Zhou. Over the years, this lowly prince has never forgotten about eldest princess. Today, I have requested an imperial decree from father Emperor and specially used this opportunity to come to Dashun to ask eldest princess for her betrothal gifts. I hope eldest princess will take a liking to me. "
"No!" Kang Yi did not speak, but Feng Jin Yuan became anxious, "Prince of Gu Shu, this place is Dashun. If you want to ask for a marriage, you should go to Qian Zhou. In my Dashun, what sort of custom is this?"
His emotional words caused the princess of Gu Shu, Fan Tian Man, to begin giggling. It was as though she had heard the funniest joke, as she laughed until she bent over.
Fan Tian He helplessly looked at his younger sister and said: "You can not be so rude."
"But does royal brother not think it's funny?" She raised her face and looked at her elder brother, "The prince of Gu Shu is asking for a marriage to the eldest princess of Qian Zhou, yet the officials of Dashun are obstructing it. What is the meaning of this?"
Nobody knew what this meant. Even the people of the Feng family turned their gazes to Feng Jin Yuan. Aside from the matriarch, everyone wanted to know what sort of explanation Feng Jin Yuan would give for this matter.
But Feng Jin Yuan was still the prime minister of a country. There were times when he was impulsive, but there were also times when he was rational. Once these words came out, he had already found an excuse for himself, as he said: "A marriage between vassal countries should be discussed between vassal countries. His Highness Gu Shu's betrothal gifts should be sent to Qian Zhou's imperial family. Otherwise, if Qian Zhou's imperial family asks about it, this prime minister will not be able to shoulder this responsibility."
Fan Tian He shook his head, "There is no need for Prime Minister Feng to shoulder this responsibility. This thing was just sent over for eldest princess to take a look. It will then be moved to the posthouse. When this lowly prince enters the palace tomorrow to meet with his Majesty, I will naturally explain it to his Majesty. Qian Zhou is a vassal country of Dashun. Thinking about it, if the ruler of Dashun agrees, Qian Zhou will have no reason to refuse. Eldest princess Kang Yi, what do you say? " Fan Tian He was born with a feminine appearance. His eyes were long and narrow; however, he was indeed very beautiful. It always caused people to be unable to help but take a few more glances.
Feng Jin Yuan watched Kang Yi look at Fan Tian He for a long time and could not help but feel jealous, as he fiercely snorted. He then heard Kang Yi say: "This one is the eldest princess of Qian Zhou, and I am the eldest sister of the ruler. This one's own marriage has already been decided by my brother Emperor. Please forgive this one for being unable to agree to this marriage proposal. Your Highness, please carry the things back. In the future, do not bring this up again. "
"Oh?" Fan Tian He thought that Kang Yi would refuse; however, he did not think that she would refuse so straightforwardly. It had to be known that a marriage between two countries was a large matter. Since the person being proposed was unhappy, they would need a few more days to properly weigh the pros and cons. How could Kang Yi refuse so straightforwardly?
While he was thinking, Fan Tian Man had already turned her gaze towards Feng Jin Yuan. After looking for a while, her brow curled, as she suddenly asked: "I heard that Prime minister Feng was in the North before the new year to relieve the disaster. Thinking about it, eldest princess Kang Yi returned to the capital together, right? No wonder eldest princess wants to live in the Feng manor. It turns out that you are old acquaintances with Prime minister Feng. "
Fan Tian He began to speak with his younger sister, "Man 'er means to say that I came too late?"
"That's right!" She faintly sighed, "Imperial brother fell behind Prime minister Feng this time; however, I do not know which side eldest princess' heart belongs to."
Kang Yi's face turned bright red from the two's direct questions. Even Ru Jia lost it, pointing at the brother and sister and saying: "Did you come to propose or steal the bride? If you came to propose, I will tell you that my mother will not marry! If you came to steal, would your ruler speak to my Qian Zhou's ruler. It's not up to you to cause trouble. "
"Huh?" Fan Tian Man looked at Ru Jia and said in surprise: "What mother is she talking about? She is eldest princess' daughter? "
Fan Tian He nodded, "That's right. Eldest princess has a daughter named Princess Ru Jia. Thinking about it, it should be this one."
"Oh." Fan Tian Man nodded then said to Ru Jia: "Young princess, please calm your anger. Matters between the elders should be resolved by the elders." What is a child like you interfering for?
Kang Yi grabbed Ru Jia's arm and used her gaze to signal for her to shut up. She then said: "This one's meaning is already very clear. Gu Shu and Qian Zhou are very far apart. This one does not want to marry into that sort of place. Moreover, the people of Qian Zhou have become accustomed to living in cold places. I fear that they will not be able to endure the heat of Shu. "
Fan Tian He glanced at Kang Yi then looked at Feng Jin Yuan. He once again confirmed that there was definitely a private agreement between the two. He had heard that eldest princess Kang Yi was a very intelligent girl. She definitely would not refuse his proposal so decisively. Qian Zhou and Gu Shu were on opposite ends of Dashun. If they could use this marriage to bring their relationship closer, this would be a great thing that would place Dashun in the middle!
He used his long and narrow eyes to stare at Kang Yi. It was as though he wanted to see through her gaze. After a long time, however, he only saw Kang Yi's dignified and calm expression. Her eyes were as calm as still water.
"That's also fine." He did not insist. Raising his hand, some servants immediately brought the chests out. "Since princess insists, this lowly prince will not insist. Tomorrow, I will go into the palace and bring up this matter with his Majesty Dashun. I hope that princess can reconsider."
After he finished speaking, he cupped his hands to Feng Jin Yuan then turned and left. Fan Tian Man also left, but right before leaving, she glanced at Kang Yi and said: "Marrying my second brother is not a loss in the slightest. It would be best if eldest princess could think of Qian Zhou's future."
Kang Yi did not make a sound. Feng Jin Yuan was furious. Looking at the two's backs, he loudly said: "There is no need to reconsider! Qian Zhou's eldest princess definitely will not marry into Gu Shu! "
"Jin Yuan!" The matriarch saw that Gu Shu's group had already left the manor. Only then did she forcefully slam her cane into the ground and loudly say: "You must remember your own status!"
"Mother!" Feng Jin Yuan looked at the matriarch then looked at the grief-filled Kang Yi and the furious Ru Jia. Gritting his teeth, he frankly said: "Son will go into the palace tomorrow to meet with his Majesty. I hope that mother will agree to this matter."
Although he did not say it explicitly, the members of the Feng family knew what he meant. Jin Zhen's eyes immediately turned red, as she weakly asked: "The matter that husband is talking about … what is it?"
Feng Jin Yuan glanced at Jin Zhen, and his gaze no longer had the doting love that it had in the past. He then coldly snorted and said: "When his Majesty gives an answer tomorrow, you will naturally be informed."
An shi bowed to the matriarch, "When husband does things, this concubine does not have the right to interfere. Third young miss is wearing a little too little. This concubine will be bringing third young miss back first."
The matriarch nodded, "Go ahead!" She then looked at Jin Zhen and said: "You can also go back." She then turned around and placed her hand on granny Zhao's wrist, "Let's also go. I am old and can't manage these things. Husband can do whatever he wants!"
Watching everyone leave one by one, only Feng Yu Heng and Chen Yu remained. Feng Yu Heng had an indifferent expression, making it clear that she was just watching a play. Chen Yu, however, had a look of joy as she approached Kang Yi and said to her: "Chen Yu also feels that eldest princess and I are fated. I hope that this fate will be able to take another step forward. Chen Yu will be going back first. I hope that father will bring back some good news tomorrow. "After saying this, she saluted to Kang Yi and Feng Jin Yuan then retreated, leaving with Xing 'er.
Ru Jia glared at Feng Yu Heng and said: "Why are you not leaving?"
Feng Yu Heng replied with a question: "This is my home. Where should I go? Why is it that princess Ru Jia is still unable to understand this fact? "
This time, Ru Jia was not angered by these words. Instead, she happily said: "County princess, stay happy for a few more days!"
Feng Yu Heng laughed, "What is it? Princess Ru Jia has plans to change your surname to Feng? I will just say it like this. Even if you change your surname, this place is still mine. "After she finished speaking, she looked at Feng Jin Yuan with a sly smile," Father, what do you say? "
Feng Jin Yuan immediately felt a chill run down his spine. He immediately recalled that the deed to the Feng manor was currently in Feng Yu Heng's hands. If she wanted to reverse the situation and insist that this residence belonged to her, he really could not do anything about it.
At this time, the prince and princess of Gu Shu had already returned to the posthouse in their carriage. In front of the two, a hidden guard stood with his head lowered, as Fan Tian He quietly said: "Go back and tell your general that I have already done my best. I hope that he will be able to fulfill his promise to I."
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