The First Empress - Chapter 179

Chapter 179 Obscure Deceit

If it weren’t for the group meeting at Mount Jade, they would have met under the moon.

Tuoba Rui stared fixedly at Princess Zhenxi. As for the sickly Princess Baoluo, she was naturally unable to enter the Dragon Realm. Even Ji Zhu Hua was secretly shocked. Normally, Princess Baoluo was not like this. After all, if she was a little older, she would be more vigorous, knowing that Zihei had already saved her.

Tuoba Rui only felt that Princess Zhenxi looked back and smiled at Bai Meisheng. The Six Palaces Fen Dai was colorless. However, it would be nice to know that she had other talents, so she said, “I’ve heard for a long time that all women in the Heavenly Dynasty are good singers and knitters. The banquet is naturally not dancing. Eh, this foreign minister would like to see the dance. May I know if the Emperor will allow it?”

Actually, all of this was prepared. Huiqi nodded. After a while, a few princess emperors had already stepped down. Linglong left at the right time. “This concubine accidentally poured wine on her skirt and wanted to change it.” Huiqi’s handsome eyebrows looked at Linglong with a hint of disgust and dissatisfaction. Obviously, tonight’s matter was related to Linglong. Linglong looked at Shen Fei and shook her head to refute her innocence. Huiqi was also half-convinced and said, “Go, don’t miss the dance.”

Linglong retreated gratefully and hurriedly went to the back stage. The princesses and emperors had already changed their clothes. Linglong went to Baoluo and said, “Don’t be too outstanding. You also saw Tuoba Rui’s appearance. Remember that.” Baoluo nodded heavily. He happened to see Princess Zhenxi in the carriage. Princess Zhenxi saw Linglong greeting him. Linglong nodded and said, “It’s the essence of literary color. I forgot about the world when I saw it.” “Now that the emperor, the empress, and the outsiders are here, you must perform well. You must be more skilled than everyone else. Let the barbarians see the prestige of the Dali Dynasty and the princess’ peerless beauty. Perhaps these envoys will not dare to make any rash moves to talk about marriage. First, they will stop thinking about it. Second, you, Mother, will probably be very happy.”

In Princess Zhenxi’s eyes, Linglong had always been a friendly elder. Furthermore, Linglong had never harmed anyone. This was why it was very rare to be involved in the palace. However, she also staggered a little. She asked, “Zhenxi still has one thing that she does not know. If she performed too well, would Prince Tuoba take her away?”

Linglong smiled nicely and said, “It’s just a matter of being kissed. Could it be that you really want to be kissed? This is just giving Dali Dynasty a disincentive. I don’t believe that the Emperor will really marry you so far away. You are a genius within the princess. Don’t worry about performing.”

Princess Zhen Xi was even more confident. She walked to the front and said, “Bu Mother will not harm me. Princess Zhen Xi will naturally suppress everyone. Bu Mother believes in Zhen Xi.” As soon as Princess Zhenxi walked away, a big tear fell from Linglong’s eyes. She did not go back to change clothes. When Qin’er saw Linglong sentimentally, she was also a little uncomfortable with her adopted son.

“It’s fine, there was sand in my eyes just now.” Linglong felt extremely sad in her heart. In fact, she shouldn’t have let Princess Zhenxi fall in love with her subjects. However, there was a way. It was just a question of two choices. Either way, she could only fight for Chen Chongyi and Baoluo. No matter how sad she felt in her heart, she couldn’t show it.

After a while, Linglong arrived at Tongming Hall. The dance music had already begun on the stage. Linglong raised her head and saw that this was a joint dance. Baoluo was at the back. Not only was it inconspicuous, it also didn’t seem to be in the slightest bit of interest. Although it wasn’t the worst dance, it was always the wrong step. People could tell that she was clumsy, not the kind of smart woman.

And at the very front, Princess Zhenxi, Unaware of the impending calamity, Willow leaf eyebrows and apricot eyes were filled with a look of excitement. The fragrance of pink fluttered in the wind, and the movements of the Hu Xuan Wu and the Jing Hong Wu made people forget about the meal. Tuoba Rui’s eyes were even more fixed on Princess Zhenxi. The women behind Princess Zhenxi paled when she danced.

Concubine De didn’t know the situation either. She just quietly looked at Princess Zhenxi on the stage. Only Linglong knew about it. So far, the development of the matter was completely within her expectations, and it didn’t exceed her expectations at all.

After the dance, Princess Zhenxi’s slender waist bowed down and said, “Zhenxi has made a fool of herself.”

Linglong smiled and nodded to Princess Zhenxi. Tuoba Rui said, “This is all a show of embarrassment. Then what is the meaning of not showing embarrassment? Princess is modest.” Zhen Xi smiled at the barbarians and ignored them. Huiqi’s expression was solemn as she said, “Let’s go down.”

Princess Zhenxi retreated complacently. Baoluo also left the arena with a pale face. Tuoba Rui hugged the painting in his hand tightly as if he was hugging Princess Zhenxi herself. “Indeed, Ying Yingmiao Wu’s waist is soft. This foreign minister of Princess Zhenxi has taken a fancy to her. Please grant her a marriage.” Huiqi’s expression was not good at all. He looked back at Tuoba Rui like a stiff piece of cold iron and said, “This matter should be considered in the long run. We can’t settle the matter in one go. Prince Tuoba has come all the way here. We can just have a feast first.” Tuoba Rui knew in his heart that Huiqi was unwilling to let Princess Zhen Xi kiss him, so his expression was a little unkind. He smiled awkwardly and said, “Your Majesty, why are you making things difficult for me? I’m only here to kiss you. I’m not asking the Princess to go to the Wilderness to endure all the hardships. Please allow me.”

Tuoba Rui didn’t stop his words or deeds, but was a little aggressive. Huiqi looked at the crowd and the women naturally knew that it was time to leave. Ji Zhuhua bowed slightly and said, “This concubine is leaving.”

“This concubine has also retired.” Linglong was naturally prepared to leave the place of trouble with these people earlier, but Huiqi said coldly, “The rest of the concubines will go first and Jieyu will stay for me.” Linglong’s heart was like a thunder drum, but it was still Chen Su’s expression. She sat there. After a while, all of these women had already left. There was an inexplicable loneliness in the vast Tongming Palace. After everyone had left, this place seemed vast and filled with an unpredictable conspiracy.

Linglong lowered her eyes and didn’t look at the two of them.

Huiqi smiled and said, “Prince Tuoba is very good at picking people. Did Prince Tuoba notice a princess behind the team? That is also the apple of my eye. I appointed her to marry you at any time!” After Huiqi finished speaking, he looked at Tuoba Rui with his eyes. Tuoba Rui said coldly, “The emperor really knows how to part ways. That woman is obviously sick for a long time. I want a princess, not a statue of golden branches and jade leaves, so I beg the emperor to take back my orders. I’m interested in Princess Zhenxi. I will definitely marry Princess Zhenxi in this life.”

Princess Zhenxi slowly drooped her sleeves and hurried towards the lotus step. She had indeed performed very well just now, but she was still complacent now. However, Concubine De was not happy at all now.

At this time, Huiqi did not know what to say, so he locked his eyes on Linglong. Linglong smiled at Chuntao and said, “Prince Tuoba should not be too anxious. In fact, Princess Baoluo did not have any problems. It was just that she did not perform well today. She danced elegantly in the past. The Prince can rest assured that he will marry her.” Princess Zhenxi is the unshakable foundation of our kingdom. Prince Tuoba, do you understand? ”

“This foreign minister is here to get married. Could it be that the Herculean Dali Dynasty is reluctant to part with a princess? When the princess arrives in the Western barbarians, she will naturally bow down to the Dali Dynasty from now on. If there is a military weapon, it will be a matter of last resort. Please think twice before taking action.” After saying that, she looked straight at Huiqi. Huiqi curled her lips and wanted to say something. Linglong waved her hand slightly and began to refute. Her lips flashed with cherry blossoms. “The prince’s words are wrong. They are just kisses. How can they be involved in the political situation?” “Right now, everyone is rich in resources and there are no many weapons. Prince, this palace tells Princess Baoluo that compared to Princess Zhen Xi, Princess Baoluo is better than Princess Zhen Xi. Please think twice.”

Tuoba Rui stood up and didn’t say anything. He muttered, “Your Majesty, think twice.” After he finished speaking, he stood up boldly and quietly walked out.

The corner of Linglong’s mouth curled into a smile as she watched Tuoba Rui walk out. Just as he disappeared, Hui Qi’s expression became harsh. He pointed at Linglong and said heavily, “Kneel down!”

Linglong was shocked, but she immediately knelt on the ground as she said, “I don’t know where I was wrong. I didn’t notice anything wrong with what I said just now, so I beg the Emperor to apologize.” Linglong raised her eyes to look at Huiqi inside a layer of scarlet gauze. The surrounding area was a faint scarlet red, making Huiqi look even more unattainable.

Huiqi’s face was like a rock. He grabbed Linglong’s neck and pushed her out heavily. Linglong’s eyes widened, but she still stood still.

Huiqi was like a ghost in the bright light. He stretched out his hands and pointed at Linglong, “You clearly know that I don’t want Princess Zhenxi to marry a long time ago, but you did the opposite. You kept interfering. Have you ever thought that I would vent my anger on you?”

“This concubine is wronged.” Linglong’s drifting eyes fell on Huiqi’s face and she said, “This concubine also suggested that she choose Princess Baoluo. This concubine knows that Princess Zhenxi is the foundation of the country, so how could such a clever arrangement be made?”

Hui Qi’s eyes were like the sparkling waters of the Taiye Lake, “Don’t tell me that painting wasn’t your plan!”

“Painting?” Linglong was frightened, but she did not explain, “Just treat it as a painting from this concubine. However, the relationship between this concubine and Lord Mu Qianzhi is not so familiar that it can be arranged there. Besides, this concubine does not know where the Emperor is hosting the banquet. If this concubine wants Princess Zhen Xi to attract the attention of the public, there are plenty of ways, isn’t there, Your Majesty?”

The candlelight gave Linglong’s thin figure a golden halo. Linglong raised her head and looked at Huiqi. “His expression was calm and serene. There was no panic that a liar should have. It was also Linglong who was bold and meticulous. She had already made the arrangements and said,” Since the Emperor suspected that this concubine had done something to this matter, the Emperor can investigate it through the vines. If it is found out that this concubine is her, then naturally, she will not say a word. ” At this point, the corner of Linglong’s mouth curved into a mocking arc as she continued to look at Huiqi. “Besides, Concubine De is not an idiot. Anyone who knows that there are tigers in the mountains and tigers in the mountains, I’m afraid that only the tigers themselves, Your Majesty …”

Linglong said meaningfully. Looking at Huiqi, Huiqi’s expression gradually softened a lot. She glared at Linglong angrily, “According to what you said, I really wronged you?”

Linglong’s gaze turned cold. “Does the Emperor know what it means to be one stone and three birds? This way, it shows Princess Zhenxi and obviously makes Tuoba Rui feel ashamed of himself. How could such a top princess marry? Third, he can use this matter to eliminate this obstacle to his concubine.” Linglong’s eyebrows twitched as she looked at Huiqi sadly. She sighed for a long time and said, “Actually, Sister Chongyi and her concubines have already gone to the Shanggong Bureau to prepare a wedding dress for Baoluo. The Emperor might as well take the time to take a look.”

Linglong was naturally brave and courageous. She did these things perfectly. In addition, Linglong rarely lied. This time, she would naturally not be seen through by Hui Qi. Hui Qi’s eyes had a faint luster flowing through them. “Come on, I wronged you because I didn’t understand the situation.”

“That’s not the case. Your Majesty, it’s better to investigate this matter.” Linglong thought of a way to poke at Hui Qi’s weakness. Hui Qi already knew that Mu Taifu had an uncourteous heart. It was just that he didn’t reveal it for a while. Now that it was probably implemented, he naturally didn’t need to investigate the details of this matter.

‘”However, Baoluo really has something today” Huiqi didn’t know how to phrase it. Linglong sighed. “The Emperor also saw Tuoba Rui’s appearance. If the Emperor was Princess Baoluo, it would naturally be the same.” A dim light flashed in Huiqi’s eyes. “It’s me who apologized to Chen Chongyi and Baoluo.”