The next day, people from all directions came to congratulate. In addition to the princes and princes, the vassal states also came with gifts, not to mention the other three states. They all came to the capital early in the morning. The long line of people made many people stop to watch, wanting to see what was going on.
The palace was lively, and the people were celebrating. GongYimo could hear the sounds of gongs and drums in the streets even when she was in the room.
She was waiting, waiting for night to come.
Gong Jue's face was cold as he stood not far from the Emperor. As far as the eye could see, there were luxurious clothes and pearls everywhere. The entire hall was bustling with noise and excitement. The sound of people drinking, singing and dancing, and the clanging of bracelets mixed together. Under the influence of alcohol and beauty, the atmosphere was gradually rising. Everyone's eyes were blurred and hidden. In such an occasion, no one would really get drunk.
Just as Gong Dai was getting impatient, Crown Prince Che pushed away the others with a smile and walked toward him.
"Why doesn't Ninth Brother drink?"
Gong Dai looked at Gong Che, who was smiling warmly in front of him, and said lightly, "I have an important task, I don't dare to drink."
When Gong Che heard this, he laughed exaggeratedly. His pair of gentle jade-like eyes fell on Gong Jue's body, but there was a sudden flash of coldness in his eyes. It was as if there was an icy blade hidden within, and he couldn't wait to pierce through Gong Jue!
"This kind of small matter, I will do it for you. Ninth Brother is a prince, why do you have to do it yourself?" As he said this, he took a sip of wine from the cup in his hand, with a trace of indulgence and decadence.
Gong Dai narrowed his eyes and looked at him, unmoved.
Now, Gong Che's voice in the court was getting louder. A few days ago, the Emperor issued an imperial edict, making the Liu family in the south the Emperor's close officials. This made the Liu family the Emperor's spokesperson in the south, the Emperor's eyes and hands.
Using the benefits of the canal, they helped the Emperor to connect the north and the south, and consolidated the imperial power. Therefore, the Liu family suddenly became very popular.
In addition, Gong Che was going to marry the beloved daughter of Duke Zhenguo as the Crown Princess. For a moment, he was in the limelight.
Seeing that Gong Dai was ignoring him, Gong Che smiled, but his expression was a little lonely. He walked forward, but the moment they passed, Gong Dai heard his cold and mocking voice.
"Tell Mo'er that I'll be waiting for her to attend the wedding in twenty days."
After saying that, he left without looking back.
Gong Dai's expression was unreadable. He felt that the Crown Prince's actions were rather strange. He did not understand what the Crown Prince wanted to do, but … this was also good. The Royal Sister must be very happy to see him get married.
A strange smile appeared on his face.
At this moment, the music gradually faded. Seeing this, everyone returned to their seats.
Chang Xi came forward with a big smile on his face and a golden book in his hand. Gong Jue thought to himself, "It's time to announce the gift."
As expected, the first to be read were the envoys of the three major countries.
The first to step forward was the general of Yu Qi! However, this general looked like a fair-skinned young man. Gong Dai had heard that he was the person who climbed into the bed of the Empress Dowager of Yu Qi. Gong Dai was secretly wary of him.
The Royal Sister had said that in this world, people with courage, looks, ability, and shamelessness were very scary.
The man in the light blue robe and silver crown took a step forward. There were many people following behind him, and each of them had a coachman protecting a congratulatory gift. These gifts were covered in red silk, and they looked to be of different sizes. There were many of them.
The man bowed and smiled very pleasantly.
"Foreign official Shang Mingxi is here on the orders of the Yu Qi Royal Family to present a gift to His Majesty of Dai Yu state. I wish His Majesty a long and happy life! Present the gift list. "
"Present the gift list — —"
The eunuch announced loudly. Someone quickly handed the gift list to Chang Xi. He opened it and began to read the gift list.
As the names of the exquisite treasures were read out one by one, the people behind Shang Mingxi also revealed the gifts one by one. In an instant, the room was filled with the light of the treasures.
Most of these gifts were from Yu Qi and Dai Yu state did not. Therefore, they were especially precious.
The Emperor smiled and also gave a very precious gift in return. He showed the style of a major country.
"Send my regards to your country's Empress Dowager."
Of course, Gong Cheng knew who was in charge of Yu Qi at this time. However, to say that a woman was in charge in such an occasion would not look good on Yu Qi's people. It was another kind of pressure.
However, Shang Mingxi did not seem to feel awkward at all. He bowed naturally and graciously.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your gift. This official will definitely pass on Your Majesty's words!"
After Yu Qi, it was Yuheng.
Yuheng also presented a generous gift. However, Gong Dai noticed that the leader would occasionally glance at an ordinary attendant behind him. He could not help but be a little more attentive.
However, when it was Lou Ye's turn, it was a little strange.
After all, they had almost started a war before. However, it was easily resolved by a brat from Dai Yu state …
This unparalleled feat allowed Gong Dai to have fifty thousand imperial soldiers under his command! Their status was revered. It could be said that they were second only to one person and above everyone else! However, all of this was based on Lou Ye's heavy losses. Lou Ye's people could not wait to eat his flesh.
The leader was a bearded man. His fierce gaze swept across the room, making the atmosphere a little awkward. The people around him whispered at the right time. This time, his gaze was directly locked onto Gong Dai. The two of them stared at each other across the large banquet hall. They did not give in at all!
The emperor's expression also became serious. He did not want to fight, but he was also not afraid of fighting! Lou Ye's people had always been ambitious. They had long seen the richness of the mainland and had been eyeing it for a long time. Who knew what kind of tricks they were going to play today?
As the list of gifts was presented, everyone was surprised to find that the number of gifts they presented was not small at all. Emperor Gong pondered for a moment and decided to return an even more generous gift. However, he did not expect the bearded leader to wave his hand and reject his reward.
"Your Majesty of Dai Yu state, we present a birthday gift for two reasons. First, to congratulate you. Second, to ask for a special gift in return."
The emperor raised his eyebrows slightly. He was a little unhappy with the man's straightforwardness.
"Oh? What do you want? "
The man smiled and pointed at Gong Dai! "The Ninth Prince of Dai Yu state has three life tablets in his hands. Without the life tablets, their souls will not be able to rest in peace. Therefore, I would like to ask Your Majesty to reward me with the life tablets and return them to their rightful owners!"
He was still sober and did not make any excessive requests. He only wanted the life tablets. Those life tablets could be said to be Lou Ye's disgrace! They would clearly remember how a great battle was easily resolved by a brat from the other side. Therefore, those people had long been reduced to ashes. Asking for the life tablets back was just to fight for the last bit of face.
The emperor did not hesitate and returned the life tablets. In his heart, he thought even more highly of Gong Dai. He was just a brat, but he had done so many things quietly. He had greatly humiliated Lou Ye. It was really satisfying.
However, he remembered that someone had said that Gong Dai was harboring GongYimo … He did not know if it was true or false.
The ceremony was still going on.
The following gifts were also very amazing, making people exclaim from time to time. When Nan Of Gojoseon presented her gift, Gong Dai slightly focused. Due to his blind confidence in GongYimo, he believed that everything she said was reasonable.
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