The Favoured Medical Princess: 287 Dance Fight
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The price of "Hua Yan" has not yet been negotiated, and the day of the palace banquet has arrived.
Nangong Yue followed Xiao Yi into the palace with her makeup.
Today's palace banquet was arranged in the Hall of Supreme Harmony. When the two arrived, there were already many officials in the hall. As soon as they entered the hall, they attracted a lot of attention. Since the sacrifice of prisoners at the Meridian Gate, Xiao Yi has been staying in the Zhennan Palace and clinging to Nangong Yue, almost staying behind closed doors. Occasionally, he would take Nangong Yue with him when he went out. As a result, those who wanted to have a relationship with him did not know how to set up a relationship with him until today. Finally finding an opportunity, they all came forward to say hello, and it took them nearly a dozen incense sticks to get to the table...
The emperor has not yet arrived, and the ministers and female relatives are chatting in twos and threes. The topic naturally revolves around today's palace banquet. From time to time, you can hear "Xiao Shizi", "Nanman", "envoy", "Sheng" Words like "female" appeared one after another in the palace...
At this time, all the ministers took their seats in the palace one by one, and the emperor and empress ascended the throne amidst their shouts of long live.
The emperor is radiant and full of energy today, and the power of Dayu is growing. For the emperor, it is more effective than any panacea.
After catching the eye of Eunuch Liu, the little chamberlain reported in a sharp voice: "The envoy from Baiyue is here to see you!" The "Baiyue" in his mouth was the name of the southern barbarian country, but Dayu and his subordinates did not express this in an informal setting. Barbarians from all over the world called him contemptuously.
Soon, six tall ministers in strange attire lined up in two rows and walked into the Hall of Supreme Harmony with solemn and solemn expressions. Behind them were more than a dozen beauties from the Southern Barbarians, each of whom was wearing a white dance skirt with gold threads. Each of them had a graceful and graceful figure. The long dance skirt was trailing on the ground. When walking, the skirt The clothes are flying like white waves.
Several envoys stopped in the center of the hall and knelt three times and kowtowed nine times to the emperor who was sitting on the throne.
In the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the civil and military officials on both sides and the imperial wives secretly commented and whispered to these strangely dressed foreign visitors.
Since the establishment of the Dayu Dynasty, Baiyue has never sent envoys to come to court. Today, it is to seek peace. The pole was straight and his chin was slightly raised, looking at the envoys with disdain.
Logically speaking, if ordinary envoys came to Dayu, the emperor would of course give seats to these guests from far away. But this time, the envoys from the southern barbarians came to seek peace. The emperor could not put on this air. It was enough, just a hint to get them up.
The headed envoy bowed slightly and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty Emperor Dayu, I have come here to sue for peace on my king's order. I, Baiyue, are willing to cede the territory of Nanyuan City and Siyu City. , paying tribute every year one million taels of silver, one thousand oxen and horses each, and ten thousand pieces of silk, in exchange for peace between the two countries."
Baiyue caused Dayu a lot of losses this time, how could he let it go as he wished so easily! A cold light flashed in the emperor's eyes.
Xuan Pingbo has always been considerate of the holy will. He took a step forward and said coldly: "Envoy Atachi, you and I have enjoyed peace for seventeen years, but you are so ambitious that you sent troops to take advantage of my wealth. The land, massacred my Dayu people, and now two mere cities want to sue for peace? Are you underestimating my Dayu?"
This peace negotiation is just like doing business. It requires repeated bargaining and back-and-forth. A Dachi didn't expect it to be successful in one go, so he wasn't in a hurry. He was about to speak when he heard a male voice say casually: "Your Majesty, I doubt whether Baiyue is really interested in peace talks. As we all know, the road from Dayu to Nanyuan City is surrounded by a swamp. If you want to go to Nanyuan City, you must Bypassing Liushui Mountain, what is the use of Dayu, a city like this? As for the silicon jade city, it used to be a good place to produce jade, but in recent years the jade has been mined out. From there, merchants and craftsmen After evacuating most of the city, such a deserted city actually wants to give us a great fortune!"
What he said made Atachi sweat profusely, and he couldn't help but think: I don't know who this person is? Unexpectedly, this royal capital is thousands of miles away from southern Xinjiang, and there are people who know their Baiyue city so well.
He followed the sound fearfully and saw that the person speaking was a handsome young man in brocade robes. He looked about seventeen or eighteen years old, had the appearance of a boy and a girl, and his appearance was as beautiful as a character in a painting.
An envoy on the left rear of Atachi immediately whispered something in Atachi's ear. Atachi's eyes suddenly shrank and he looked at the other person again in disbelief.
Xiao Yi!
He is actually Xiao Yi, the prince of Zhennan!
This is the Xiao Yi who ruined everything for him this time!
Adachi felt extremely complicated for a moment. Before this battle, the prince of Zhennan was unknown; but now that he first entered the battlefield and legendaryally defeated the experienced eldest prince, the story had already spread throughout the world. It spread to Baiyue, and the rumors became more and more bizarre. Later, Xiao Yi, the prince of Zhennan, was rumored to be a god-like existence. Many Baiyue officers and soldiers even swore that he looked like a yaksha and was so cruel that In Baiyue, the listeners' expressions changed after hearing the news, and the children cried endlessly at night.
I still remember the day he entered the royal capital. Although he only saw Xiao Yi's back, his wanton and arrogant attitude, which even the prince did not look down upon, made him very frightened.
However, he never expected that the frightening Prince of Zhennan in the legend turned out to be a picturesque young man. If someone hadn't told him, he simply couldn't believe it, and he couldn't help but become alarmed: Prince Zhennan's palace has passed away since then The old King of Zhennan has formed a grudge with Baiyue... If there is anyone in the civil and military circles of the Manchu Dynasty who does not want this peace talk to succeed, it is only the Prince of Zhennan.
This peace negotiation will determine whether His Highness the Eldest Prince can return to Baiyue safely, and he must not make any mistakes.
A Dachi cautiously raised his eyes and glanced at the emperor on the throne. Seeing that the emperor's face was as dark as water, he lowered his head again. The emperor said in a deep voice: "Envoy, do you have anything to say?" There was something wrong in his words. The joy is beyond words.
Adachi was so anxious that sweat broke out on his forehead. The King of Baiyue naturally had his own selfish motives in choosing Nanyuan City and Silicon Jade City, but no matter what, he couldn't recognize them here. He wiped his meal sweat with his sleeves and said in a trembling voice: "Emperor Dayu, Nanyuan City and Silicon Jade City are close to Dayu's southern border. My king also has good intentions. If Emperor Dayu has any objections, I can write a letter as soon as possible. Discuss with my king again."
The envoy's bow was something that everyone expected. After all, Dayu has won a great victory. Whether to take advantage of the victory to pursue it or to call a truce depends on the emperor's words. What's more, the eldest prince of Baiyue is still the emperor. in hand. However, hearing such humble prayers from the envoy at this time still made the emperor and the officials in the palace feel refreshed and proud.
After the envoy paused, he continued: "Emperor Dayu, this time my king ordered me to bring sixteen stunning beauties from our country to present to His Majesty, to show our country's sincerity to Your Majesty!"
While he was speaking, those stunning Baiyue women were leaning forward slightly, their exquisite figures showing, and they attracted many appreciative looks from the palace. This beauty from a foreign land has a unique charm.
With so many beauties, the emperor cannot bear them alone, so...
The flexible minister had already thought of it and was looking around secretly, wondering who would have such a good fortune today.
Sure enough, after the emperor accepted the beauty, he began to reward important officials. King Qi was the emperor's brother, so he was naturally indispensable;
When such a beauty enters the back house, she is neither a concubine nor a concubine. She is just a toy at best, and no one will care about taking one more.
At this time, the men were beaming with joy, but the women were feeling sad. However, most of these ladies wanted to show off their virtuous virtues, and they also worried that this was a gift from the emperor. It doesn’t count, so I don’t care. But some people couldn't swallow this breath. Princess Qi endured it again and again, and suddenly thought of a plan, and the corners of her mouth slightly raised in pride.
She stood up and said, "Your Majesty, Prince Xiao is the hero of this battle. I dare to say this, Your Majesty must not forget to reward Prince Xiao!" Princess Qi felt proud, this Xiao Yi He and Nangong Yue are newlyweds, so they must not be able to tolerate the sand in their eyes. This time is really a God-given opportunity, Nangong Yue will definitely suffer the loss!
After Princess Qi said this, the emperor's eyes also fell on Xiao Yi, and he was a little moved.
Indeed, Xiao Yi has made great achievements this time, so he deserves a reward!
Xiao Yi glanced at Princess Qi coldly, but soon smiled as if nothing had happened, stood up and said: "Your Majesty, you can't give me anything to reward these beauties! I am now with Baiyue I heard that the people of Baiyue are eager to eat the blood of the food ministers and eat the meat of the ministers. If these beauties come to the ministers' palace... maybe the emperor will never see the ministers again tomorrow!"
When Xiao Yi said the first sentence, the ministers frowned slightly, feeling that he was being arrogant and careless, but when he analyzed it later, everyone, including the emperor, was convinced.
Yes!
Prince Zhennan has killed so many Southern barbarians this time, and these Southern barbarian beauties may also hate him to death!
The most difficult thing to guard against today is the person next to your pillow. Princess Qi’s idea is really thought-provoking.
For a time, countless speculative eyes were cast on Princess Qi.
Xiao Yi glanced at Princess Qi lightly, and then said: "Your Majesty, the princess cares about me so much, I am really touched. Why don't you give the beauty that the emperor planned to reward me to the princess as well!"
This is said to be a reward to the princess, but everyone knows that it is actually a reward to King Qi.
Inexplicably, he got another Southern Barbarian beauty. King Qi was overjoyed and hurriedly thanked her, while Princess Qi's face turned green and white. She didn't expect Prince Xiao to be so ignorant of praise!
Adachi didn't mind how Emperor Dayu distributed those beauties. As long as the emperor was willing to accept these beauties, it would be a very good start for the peace talks.
A Dachi respectfully said again: "Your Majesty Emperor Dayu, Your Royal Highness the Saint of our country has carefully prepared. I would like to perform a dance for you in the palace today. Please give me your permission!"
Both the emperor and the ministers of Dayu have long heard how beautiful and talented the Nanman Saint is. Now that they finally have the opportunity to see her true appearance, they are filled with anticipation.
After the emperor approved it, two young women walked into the hall side by side. The one on the left was dressed in a green dress and looked pretty. She held a red waist drum in her hand and looked like a musician.
The one on the right is wearing a white gauze skirt wrapped around her graceful and exquisite body, and her seaweed-like black hair is spread down to her waist. Her face was covered with a white veil, and her delicate and beautiful face was looming under the veil, revealing a somewhat mysterious and hazy beauty.
Outside the veil, her bare forehead was as white as jade, as delicate and flawless as a porcelain doll carved from pink and jade. But what attracted everyone's attention the most was the pair of bright eyes outside her veil. These eyes were as clear blue as the sky, so transparent and beautiful that people couldn't look away.
Obviously, this masked and stunning woman must be the saint that Atachi talks about.
Everyone's eyes were wandering on her face, with a hint of disappointment in their eyes.
Since they are all here to perform a dance for the emperor, it is really a bit of a mystique to pretend to be mysterious and veiled!
After the two women saluted the emperor, the musician stepped aside. At the same time, she tapped the small drum, and soft and cheerful drumming sounded.
The woman in white leaped up lightly, raised her slender legs, and danced gracefully, revealing her slender white feet. Her snow-white bare feet are small and exquisite, her ankles are slender yet plump, as soft as boneless, as smooth as jade, as soft as satin, her slender toes are well-proportioned and neat, and her light red toenails are crystal clear, like petals of a peach blossom.
It was previously covered by a floor-length skirt, but it was not until this moment that everyone realized that the Southern Barbarian Saint was dancing barefoot, which made all the officials in the palace widen their eyes.
In the rhythmic drums, the woman in white dances her body as much as she can. She is like water, sometimes passionate, like a stormy sea; sometimes humming, like a gentle drizzle. Her delicate body is extremely soft and light, and every movement is incredibly beautiful. Her body is as soft as a snake and can bend to an incredible angle. When she jumps, she flies up as if she has a pair of wings behind her...sometimes elegant, sometimes Charming, sometimes delicate, sometimes mysterious, when she dances, the white veil and gauze skirt fly like butterfly wings with her dance, occasionally showing off her slender neck, occasionally revealing her delicate red lips and pointed chin, trying to hide her. Still covering up, the exotic charm revealed in her every gesture was dizzying, and one could not wait to take off the veil on her face to get a glimpse of her face.
I don’t know how long it took, but the drumming gradually slowed down, then became as violent as a violent storm, and finally came suddenly.
The dance of the woman in white also stopped with the sound of drums. She went from extreme movement to extreme stillness in just a blink of an eye. Her slender figure stood in the hall, looking so thin, but she also had a worldly and independent look. Feel.
She raised her slender hands and slowly took off the white gauze on her face, revealing her beautiful facial features little by little, including hibiscus dimples, soft red lips, and a pair of bright blue eyes. It is bright and clear, looking forward to the flight of the gods. It is unbelievably beautiful, but it is not demonic or charming, with a hint of holiness.
Amidst the gasps, she gracefully knelt down and knelt three times and kowtowed nine times: "Place your clothes to see His Majesty the Emperor Dayu."
Her voice is like a clear spring and she is eloquent. What is even more surprising is that she can speak fairly fluent Dayu dialect.
The ministers couldn't help but admire her and whispered to each other: This Southern Barbarian Saint is indeed worthy of her reputation! That dance was completely different from their Dayu dance, but it also revealed an indescribable beauty.
Prince Qi, who has always loved beauty, stared at the saint with a burning look, almost obsessed, which made Princess Qi secretly hate her: Another foxy girl!
However, Princess Qi also knew in her heart that there was only one saint, and it would definitely not be King Qi’s turn. She didn’t know whether the emperor would accept it himself, or...
Thinking of this, Princess Qi finally felt more relaxed, and even had some anticipation, waiting for a good show.
Such a beauty, good at dancing, even the emperor, who was used to seeing all kinds of beauties, couldn't help showing a hint of interest, and laughed and said: "No courtesy!" After a pause, he added, "I didn't expect the saint to come back. They can speak our great language."
After standing up, Zhui Yi replied: "Back to His Majesty Emperor Dayu, Zhui Yi has been fond of Central Plains culture since he was a child. He not only learned Dayu's language, but also read many Dayu's books."
The few words he said were not flattering, but they gave Dayu a thumbs up, which made the emperor's eyes smile even more.
The envoy Adachi was secretly happy. He walked to the center of the hall again, stood beside the holy girl undressing, bowed and said: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty Emperor Dayu, my king ordered me to tell your majesty that I would like to use the holy girl to marry you. My dear Yuwa! I wonder what your Majesty’s wishes are?”
A marriage is not impossible, but unlike those beauties who were casually presented as playthings by envoys just now, a marriage must be announced to the world, and the emperor must give the saint a title... The emperor frowned thoughtfully, His eyes lingered on the beautiful face in the clothes.
Looking at the emperor's eyes, Ah Dachi felt relieved and felt that there was still hope for this matter.
But the ministers below were shocked. This saint sounds like a saint, but in fact she is just a southern barbarian who drinks blood. She looks enchanting, just like the reincarnation of Daji and the resurrection of Bao Si. If this person is really brought into the emperor's harem and the emperor is fascinated by it, it will not only disturb the harem, but even give birth to a dragon son mixed with Nanman blood.
A minister couldn't help but stood up and said: "Your Majesty, this Baiyue Saint is neither a princess nor a bloodline of the royal family. It is really inappropriate for Baiyue to marry her with her."
"Your Majesty, what Lord You said is true." Another minister stood up and echoed, deliberately looking at the saint with contempt, "This saint is indeed a skilled dancer. In the final analysis, she is just a Just a dancing girl."
Hearing this, Adachi's face condensed, showing a hint of humiliation and annoyance, and said: "Your Majesty Emperor Dayu, what the saint just danced was a dance to worship the gods!" Adachi took a deep breath, and according to the Lili argued again, "Please allow Atachi to say a few more words. If the dancing girl is compared to a craftsman, then the saint of our country can be called a 'master'. This ordinary craftsman is just making the same work over and over again. But the master is creating. The dance the saint just performed was otherworldly, it was my Baiyue's dance to worship the gods, not the flattering dancer!"
Adachi's remarks were considered reasonable and well-founded, and several ministers in the palace were also moved by what he said.
Indeed, once any skill reaches the level of "master", it will be different from ordinary people, and it will reach a new realm.
Master Nayou said again: "Envoy Atachi, although the saint's dancing skills are extraordinary, does it seem like bragging by comparing her to a 'master'? I, Dayu, also have women with extraordinary dancing skills, but I dare not He calls himself a master." After saying that, he turned around and bowed to the emperor, "As far as I know, the third prince has a confidante named Miss Bai who is also good at dancing. She danced when the envoy from Xiye visited Dayu. , amazed the whole audience, and even the envoy was shocked. I thought it would be better to invite Miss Bai to compete with the Saint to see who is better and who is the real 'master'!"
Sir You mentioned this, and the emperor also recalled Bai Muxiao's sword dance at the Fang Banquet in Yuncheng. The sentence "Kill one person in ten steps, leave no trace in a thousand miles" seems to still be in his ears.
Although Bai Muxiao's remarks to the third prince were too frivolous and made the emperor unhappy, the emperor had to admit that this little girl was indeed a bit bold as a skilled artist.
The emperor pondered for a moment and said: "Pass on my oral instructions to announce that Bai's daughter will go to the palace!"
As soon as the emperor gave the order, the servants immediately took the order and left in a hurry.
There was some commotion in the palace because of this sudden change. Most of the civil and military officials and the female relatives did not know much about Bai Muxiao, but they soon understood it after detailed explanations from some insiders. Seven, seven, eight, eight.
For a time, most of the eyes in the palace were directed at the third prince and his concubine, and most of them were waiting for a good show.
Since this white girl is the concubine of the third prince, if she does not perform well and loses face later, it will be the third prince’s face that will be lost; if she earns face, the third prince’s concubine will probably also lose face. Won't be happy!
Everyone's eyes were like countless needles pricking the body of the third prince's concubine Cui Yanyan, but her consistent upbringing did not allow her to make any mistakes, so she could only try to maintain her airs and drink tea as if nothing had happened.
The dowry maid behind her always knew her master's temperament. One look at the way she grabbed the porcelain cup too hard and knew that she was probably very angry, and her body couldn't help but tremble subconsciously. The master was unhappy, and in the end it was the servants like them who were unlucky... When in front of others, the master was still the elegant, noble and decent third prince's concubine.
About half an hour later, under the shrill announcement of the chamberlain, Bai Muxiao walked slowly into the palace in a moon-white dress. Today was a formal palace banquet. The other ladies who came to attend the palace banquet were ordered to attend the palace banquet. Those who wear heavy makeup are all wearing grand makeup and are dignified and self-possessed. In comparison, Bai Muxiao only wore a simple pair of flat hairpins and a few pink beaded flowers on her head, which made her look much fresher and cleaner.
As soon as Bai Muxiao entered the palace, Han Lingfu's eyes couldn't help but fall on her. Although he tried to control himself, he still couldn't hide the burning passion and admiration in his eyes.
This woman is the most sensitive. Cui Yanyan, the third prince's concubine, is not a fool. Naturally, she felt something was wrong with her husband, and her heart trembled. Because since they got married, the third prince has never consummated the marriage with her. Even if she revealed the matter through the queen mother despite the shame, the third prince still did not give in and even became more indifferent to her.
Cui Yanyan has long suspected that the third prince would treat her like this, probably because of Bai Muxiao. Now it seems that her suspicion is not wrong! Could it be that the third prince's delay in consummating his marriage was really because of this woman?
Cui Yanyan's gloomy eyes were also fixed on Bai Muxiao, with a reserved expression on her face.
After Bai Muxiao knelt down and saluted the emperor, the chamberlain explained the whole story. Bai Muxiao's face became more and more gloomy as he listened.
The emperor personally sent someone to the White Mansion to take her into the palace. Of course she was surprised, but the chamberlain who came to deliver the message immediately kindly hinted that this time was a great opportunity for her... But if she pressed further, what would happen? The chamberlain was unwilling to disclose it at all.
Bai Muxiao didn't know until this moment that the emperor recruited her to the palace just to let her dance in front of the ministers.
Bai Muxiao's eyes showed a look of shame and darkness.
At first, she was willing to dance in front of the Xirong envoy. Firstly, it was out of her own will; secondly, it was to maintain Dayu's dignity in front of the envoy.
But this time is completely different!
The emperor's attitude of coming and going as soon as he was summoned was clearly contemptuous of her and regarded her as a dancing queen!
Although I don’t think dancers are humble, in the eyes of these rich people, dancers are a lowly profession!
The emperor first decreed that she should be the concubine of the third prince, and now he regards her as a dancing queen...
Even if she didn't look around, she could still tell that the officials and the so-called ladies were looking at her with disdain, as if they were looking at a plaything... Nangong Yue, the third prince and the concubine must be one of them!
Bai Muxiao knelt in the palace with his eyes lowered for a moment, took a deep breath, and said loudly: "Back to the emperor, although the common girl has a low status, she is not a dancer. Please choose another person for the emperor!" Of course Bai Muxiao Knowing what would happen if she said these words, it was possible for the emperor to order her execution if he became angry for a moment. But Shi Ke cannot be killed and cannot be humiliated. If she gives up all her principles and joins the emperor's favor, will she still be the same person?
Even she will look down upon herself!
Bai Muxiao's words shocked the entire hall. Both the civil and military officials and Madam Gaoming looked at her in disbelief.
Is this little girl crazy?
The emperor asked her to dance. It was a divine favor, but she was so ignorant of it!
Probably only Nangong Yue was not surprised at all. She was happily eating the fish that Xiao Yi had picked for her. She didn't care at all whether Bai Muxiao danced or not. And Xiao Yi was too lazy to pay attention to who was dancing. Seeing that his stinky girl was enjoying her meal, he picked more vigorously.
At this time, the people who care most are probably the third prince and his wife.
Cui Yanyan looked at Bai Muxiao with a look of gloating, secretly hoping that the emperor would punish her severely!
However——
The next moment, Han Lingfu stood up resolutely and said respectfully to the emperor: "Father, Miss Bai's words may be too reckless and bold, but what she said is true. Miss Bai is not a dancing queen. ”
To be honest, Han Lingfu felt a little disappointed. He thought this was a great opportunity that could change Bai Muxiao's impression in the emperor's heart, but he didn't expect Bai Muxiao to reject it... Disappointed, Han Lingfu had to tell himself that Bai Muxiao was the girl he admired. Since she was unwilling and since she felt humiliated, how could he force her regardless of her wishes?
How could I watch her anger her father to the point of her death?
As a man, if he can't protect the woman he loves, can he still be considered a man?
Han Lingfu said to himself firmly in his heart, so even though he knew that his remarks just now would displease the emperor, he still stood up and said it.
For a moment, Cui Yanyan's face could no longer remain stable, and her entire face turned dark.
This woman, this woman who is only worthy of being a concubine, actually made His Highness the Third Prince so fascinated. I don’t know what kind of ecstasy this **** gave His Highness, so much so that His Highness even did not hesitate to challenge the Emperor! Isn't this crazy?
Cui Yanyan’s gaze was fixed on Bai Muxiao as if she was possessed by poison...
For Bai Muxiao, none of this mattered, but when she saw the emperor showing displeasure towards Han Lingfu, she could not turn a blind eye.
For his own sake, Han Lingfu did not hesitate to offend the supreme emperor, which might even affect his path to the throne, but he still had no hesitation.
She stared at Han Lingfu deeply for a moment and said to herself that for the future of herself and the third prince, she had to make choices. She could not be selfish and only care about her own meager dignity at the expense of his lofty ideals. future.
Compared to his sacrifice, even if he endures a moment of humiliation, that's nothing!
Bai Muxiao took a deep breath and finally made a decision. She endured the humiliation and begged for mercy: "Your Majesty, please don't blame the Third Prince. The daughter of the people is willing to dance!"
Hearing this, Han Lingfu looked at Bai Muxiao in disbelief.