The Moon is Full in the Traveling House

Chapter 154: Palace Banquet and Marriage

"Today, the Second Prince of Chu and Princess Qianying have come from afar, which makes our Dashun proud. My dear ministers, let us raise our glasses together to welcome them." Xie Wushang raised the wine glass in his hand and said loudly. He has been decisive in killing people all his life. Although he was speaking a welcome speech, he gave people a sense of majesty for no reason.

Zhao Ziyuan's heart trembled. He quickly stood up and raised the wine glass in his hand. After respectfully bowing to Xie Wushang, he said with a smile: "Thank you, Your Majesty. Ziyuan will drink first as a token of respect!" After that, he raised his head and drank it all in one gulp, swallowing all the wine in the glass.

The wine slid down his throat, bringing a cool feeling, as if a summer breeze was blowing across his face. Zhao Ziyuan savored this unique taste carefully and found that this wine seemed to blend the fragrance of lotus and the mellowness of wine, with a long aftertaste that made people linger.

"Good wine." Zhao Ziyuan couldn't help but exclaim.

Crown Prince Xie Tianlin smiled and responded, "This is our most famous Hefeng wine, which has a mellow, soft and smooth taste. If the Second Prince likes it, you may drink a few more cups. However, this wine has a strong aftereffect, so it would be better for the Second Prince to eat some wine and food to fill his stomach first."

After saying this, he signaled the palace maids around him to add more food and wine to the Second Prince and Princess Qianying.

"Your Majesty, I brought some small gifts to your country this time. I hope Your Majesty will not despise them." Zhao Ziyuan bowed slightly and said with a gentle smile on his face. As soon as he finished speaking, several guards came in carrying several exquisite boxes.

The first box was slowly opened, and inside was a huge jade Guanyin statue. It was translucent and flawless, and the carvings were exquisite. Guanyin's face was kind and solemn, as if emitting a sacred light. This jade Guanyin was a treasure that the Great Chu royal family had treasured for a hundred years. It was priceless and could be called a rare treasure.

"This is the Jade Guanyin that my Great Chu royal family has collected for a hundred years. I present it to His Majesty the Emperor Shun. I wish you a long life and good fortune." Zhao Ziyuan said respectfully. Everyone was amazed at the preciousness and beauty of this treasure and expressed their appreciation for the sincerity of Great Chu.

Then, Zhao Ziyuan pointed to several boxes at the back and introduced: "These boxes contain golden silk, a specialty of our Great Chu. Only 800 pieces of this golden silk can be produced each year, and it is extremely precious. It is soft and smooth, with a golden color, and is a top-quality material for making gorgeous clothes."

Then, Zhao Ziyuan bowed again and said solemnly: "In addition, the royal family of Great Chu intends to form an alliance with your country to form a lasting friendship between Qin and Jin. This is the letter from the king, please have a look at it, Your Majesty."

In fact, Master Chen Xuan had already reported the marriage between the two countries to Xie Wushang in a letter. Xie Wushang naturally agreed to such a thing that had only benefits and no harm. The exchange of letters at this moment was just a formality.

Xie Wushang took the letter of credence and gently stroked the seal on it. The corners of his mouth slightly raised, and a sly light flashed in his eyes. He carefully opened the envelope, unfolded the letter of credence, and read it carefully. As time went by, his smile became brighter and brighter, and finally he nodded with satisfaction.

"Thanks to His Majesty the Emperor of Chu for his kindness, I will naturally give my full support to this matter." Xie Wushang said to Zhao Ziyuan with a smile, as if everything was under his control. Then, he cast his gaze towards Master Chen Xuan, with a deep look in his eyes.

"Minister of the Ministry of Revenue Yang Chenxuan, please accept the title!"

Young Master Chenxuan quickly stood up and knelt down respectfully.

"I am here!"

"Since taking office, Yang Chenxuan, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, has made many contributions and was specially promoted to the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue and granted marriage to Princess Qianying of the State of Chu. All those who will accompany Lord Yang on this diplomatic mission to the State of Chu will be promoted one level." Xie Wushang's words were as shocking as thunder, leaving everyone present stunned.

"I accept your order and thank you." Master Chen Xuan came back to his senses and bowed his head deeply to express his gratitude. He knew that this was the emperor's trust and appreciation of him.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Princess Qianying's voice was clear and pleasant. She bowed slightly to express her gratitude to Xie Wushang. Her eyes were shining with joy, and she was obviously very satisfied with this marriage.

This imperial decree was like a thunderclap in everyone's ears, setting off a storm. The originally peaceful court suddenly became lively, with exclamations ringing out, and everyone was shocked by this sudden marriage.

In view of the majesty of the emperor, everyone did not dare to talk too much and could only sigh silently in their hearts. However, their eyes drifted to Master Chenxuan and Princess Qianying from time to time, revealing envy and jealousy. After all, Master Chenxuan was the dream lover of most of the noble ladies in the capital, but now he was beaten to the spot by this foreign princess. And those women who once had fantasies about Master Chenxuan gnashed their teeth and secretly regretted it.

However, they also understood that the marriage between Master Chenxuan and Princess Qianying of Chu was not just a simple marriage, but also a symbol of friendly relations between the two countries. This marriage would undoubtedly become a good story that would be passed down through the ages. Thinking of this, they could not help but look forward to the wedding of Master Chenxuan and Princess Qianying, imagining the grand scene and romantic atmosphere.

"Cousin, is my cousin going to marry the beautiful princess from the State of Chu?" Princess Xin'er quietly asked Yang Qingxue beside her.

As a member of the Yang family, Yang Qingxue actually knew about this before, but her grandfather had instructed her not to spread it to outsiders. But now that it has been issued by the imperial decree, there is nothing to hide.

She chuckled, "Yeah."

Princess Xin'er nodded, her big eyes blinking, and continued to ask, "So the beautiful princess will live in our Dashun from now on?"

Yang Qingxue smiled and nodded, "Well, the beautiful princess will be your cousin's wife from now on."

Princess Xin'er tilted her head and thought for a while, then suddenly said, "Although my cousin is very outstanding, the beautiful princess will never see her father, the emperor, and her mother again. How pitiful..."

Hearing this, everyone was a little stunned. They didn't expect an eleven-year-old girl to say such a thing. Princess Yuehua looked at the innocent and lovely Princess Xin'er and couldn't help laughing. Then she turned to look at Princess Qianying not far away and said to Xin'er gently: "Xin'er, you see Princess Qianying is very happy. She is not sad. Girls have to get married when they grow up. You will understand it naturally when you grow up."

Xin'er nodded, not quite understanding, "Sister Yuehua, I understand. If there is a need in the future, I am willing to go to marry." Princess Xin'er bit her lip, tears welled up in her bright eyes, as if they could roll down at any time.

Princess Yuehua chuckled, like a blooming spring flower, "Silly Xin'er, your sister is here, she won't let you go to marry." Princess Xin'er lowered her head, her voice low, as if she had lost all her strength, "But I can't bear to leave my sister. Let Xin'er go..."

"Okay, okay, everything is fine now. Princess Xin'er and Princess Yuehua don't need to worry about this. That day will never come..." Xiao An Ning comforted.

"Yes, today is a happy day, let's talk about something happy." Yang Qingxue also said.

"Princess Qianying's dress seems to be shining with golden light. I wonder if it is the legendary golden silk?" Cai Ruoyun changed the topic at the right time. The attention of several girls was instantly diverted.