novelraw Chapter 366 Something fishy is going on
Chapter 366 Something fishy is going on
When these words came out, a smile flashed across Mu Cang's eyes.
Yan Jin nodded slowly: "Yes."
The post soldiers were quickly taken away and settled.
There was a pause at the banquet. The officials who were used to big scenes were fine, their expressions were just a little serious, while some of the noble ladies who were raised in the boudoir were obviously a little surprised and suspicious about this matter, and their eyes frequently cast towards Yan Li with a hint of inquiry.
Yan Li pretended not to know.
Emperor Wen suddenly waved to Yan Li, and Yan Li leaned over.
"Li'er." Emperor Wen frowned and lowered his voice, "Do you think there is anything strange about this matter?"
"There is definitely something strange, but it shouldn't be a big problem." Yan Li frowned, his voice calm and composed, "But Dugu Qingyun has an accident on the territory of Jin State, and Yan State and Jin State will definitely have some misunderstandings. We need to try our best to find out the truth and explain the misunderstanding as soon as possible."
"You are right." Emperor Wen nodded slowly, "It's just that I am worried about letting you and Mu Cang go in person. In case of any danger-"
"Don't worry." Yan Li comforted in a gentle voice, "Mu Cang and I are not going alone, we will be careful to avoid danger."
Emperor Wen was still worried: "How could such a thing happen at a good birthday banquet? I am really afraid that this is a conspiracy against you."
After all, Yan Li did do several big things when he came back this time, and it is inevitable that some people will hold grudges in their hearts.
"No." Yan Li shook her head. "My intuition tells me that this case should be big, and it may involve more things. I can rest assured if I go there in person."
First, she and Mu Cang are both martial artists, and they know how to adapt to circumstances.
It seems that they have their own shadow guards around them, and the shadow guards are superbly skilled, and they can secretly find some clues.
It seems that she has private soldiers, and there are people available when she needs to mobilize troops.
If the ministers in the court go to investigate the case, there is a high probability that they will die in vain, and the gains will not outweigh the losses.
General Xuan, who is skilled in martial arts, is suitable for leading troops, but this kind of case that needs to be investigated secretly is not suitable for generals who lead troops to investigate.
It would be even worse if the snake was alerted.
Before the post soldiers of the party withdrew, Yan Li decided to investigate the matter in person.
"Hmm." Although Emperor Wen was still worried, he didn't say anything more since it was Yan Li's birthday banquet. "We'll talk about this in detail after the coming-of-age ceremony is over."
Yan Li hummed.
Emperor Wen suppressed his worries and quickly ordered people to sing and dance. As the eunuch's high-pitched voice sounded, the beautiful dancers came out one after another and saluted the emperor and empress.
A burst of melodious music sounded, and the dancers threw off the red silk and began to show the most gentle dance.
Emperor Wen held the wine cup, and the ministers temporarily put aside the bad news of Dugu Tai's assassination and began to concentrate on appreciating the dancers' dancing.
But the impact of this incident is still visible to the naked eye.
During the banquet, the noble ladies congratulated the eldest princess on her birthday banquet one by one, and when they gave her the gifts they had carefully prepared, their expressions could not hide their solemnity.
Good, the auspicious time will soon come.
A palace servant came to ask the eldest princess to take a bath and change clothes, and the process of the coming-of-age ceremony is about to begin.
The Queen and Concubine De took their leave from the Emperor and left the table early.
Someone was whispering during the table: "Originally, the coming-of-age ceremony should be held by unmarried women, but the Princess is already married. Isn't it too late to hold the coming-of-age ceremony today?"
"The Princess has broken the rules more than once or twice. What's this?"
Xuan Xuan leaned towards Chu Qinqin and said in a low voice: "The Princess just turned fifteen and has to leave tomorrow to investigate the case. This is too-"
"Hush." Chu Qinqin interrupted her, "The Princess is thinking about the overall situation. Don't talk nonsense."
Xuan Xuan was silent for a moment: "I haven't said anything yet."
"Family and country affairs are more important than birthday banquets." Chu Qinqin frowned slightly, "Every experience of the Princess is paving the way for her future hegemony. This should be a good thing for her."
Hegemony?
Xuan Xuan was shocked and looked at her in disbelief.
"Why are you looking at me?" Chu Qinqin pursed her lips and smiled, "Can't women achieve great things?"
Xuan Xuan shook her head subconsciously. It's not that she can't, but Chu Qinqin's words were too clear, which made people feel a chill in their hearts.
Can such words be said casually?