After a pause, Xia Zhengqi continued, "You said that the current king of the Dawa tribe is very ambitious. Could it be that they want to unify the northern border?"
[Ahhhhhh! My dear father! I really underestimated you. You even figured this out!] Xia Miaoyuan was so excited that she dropped the spoon.
The white porcelain spoon slid to the bottom of the bowl, and the handle of the spoon was submerged in the yogurt.
Xia Zhengqi and the Queen had already noticed their daughter's shocked expression out of the corner of their eyes, and were secretly delighted.
Both of them pretended to be in deep thought and remained silent for a cup of tea before suppressing their smiles.
It feels so good for the couple to work together to help their daughter.
The Queen said, "It's not surprising that the Dawa people want to unify the Northern Frontier. Their ancestors accomplished the feat of unifying the Northern Frontier over a hundred years ago, but due to their brutal rule, the Northern Frontier fell apart within a few years."
"But, if they really come here to unify the Northern Frontier this time, what should we do?"
A cloud of worry gathered between the queen's brows.
"The Xiao Lin tribe is definitely no match for them. If we resist them, the Xiao family might be..." At this point, the queen's voice froze and she couldn't continue.
She was worried about her mother's family, and it came from the bottom of her heart. She didn't have to pretend at all.
[The best way is to strike first! ]
[Xiao Lin's tribe took the lead in launching a war to unify the northern border, with Daxia providing support.]
[Anyway, unifying the northern border is the general trend. Rather than being passive, it's better to take the initiative.]
[Only if Daxia helps Xiaolin’s tribe unify can they resist the Dada people’s iron hoof.]
Xia Zhengqi and the Queen's eyes lit up.
My daughter actually came up with such a great idea!
At this time, Xia Miaoyuan was pulling at her little bun angrily, eager to tell her parents her method.
What should I say? Should I just tell my grandfather to go to war? Will they think I'm crazy?
Xia Zhengqi sat down next to the Queen and said calmly, "What do you think? We should send troops to help and support my father-in-law in unifying the northern border."
"What a great idea! Your Majesty is truly becoming more and more wise and powerful!"
Ahhhhhhhhhh!
Xia Miaoyuan once again felt the impact of Emperor Mingxi's thoughts.
[Did the Emperor eat some thousand-year-old ginseng? How did he suddenly become so smart?!]
He actually came up with this idea himself!
[Ahhhhhhh! I'm completely in awe of my father.]
【I can finally sleep soundly tonight. 】
…
Time flies and it’s the day of the birthday party.
Shanglin Garden had already been decorated afresh, creating a festive atmosphere.
Early in the morning, the nanny dressed Xia Miaoyuan in a brand new pleated skirt, and also tied red silk flowers on Maomao and Xiaojuzi to show the festive mood.
Because Emperor Mingxi invited many guests to the princess' birthday banquet, Shanglin Garden was particularly lively.
The birthday banquet officially began. The officials from the Ministry of Rites presided over it and asked the guests to pay their respects to the emperor, empress and the little princess.
Next, Emperor Mingxi delivered a congratulatory speech at the birthday banquet.
This time, Emperor Mingxi communicated with Cao Hanlin in advance, so the congratulatory speech was neither too long nor too concise.
Cao Hanlin wrote more than 500 words, which were full of literary talent and gorgeous rhetoric. The guests were full of praise after hearing it.
[Ah, Uncle Cao finally wrote a manuscript of the right length.]
[Dad is good-tempered, but Uncle Cao is like this, time and again. He can't even write a speech for the leader. If it were someone else, he would have been fired long ago.]
Xia Miaoyuan sat in the birthday star's seat, the center of attention, scanning the audience and complaining.
Her eyes fell on the seats for civil servants, and she saw the gentle and refined Cao Qingchun, sitting upright in his seat, but his eyes were glancing sideways behind him.
Xia Miaoyuan followed Cao Qingchun's gaze and saw Yin Xizi wearing a goose yellow silk dress.
When Yin Xizi noticed Cao Qingchun's gaze, she lowered her head shyly.
Xia Miaoyuan covered her mouth and chuckled, "It seems the love between the younger boy and the miraculous doctor is developing smoothly. I'm so relieved!"
[It would be great if the Emperor could come and grant the marriage.]
Xia Zhengqi was standing beside his daughter and reading the congratulatory speech when he immediately heard these words from her heart.
After the speech, the guests presented gifts.
Royal relatives, civil and military officials, and foreign envoys came forward one after another to present birthday gifts to the princess.
When it was Cao Hanlin's turn, he walked up with a scroll of ancient painting in both hands.
"I would like to present to the princess an ancient painting passed down from my family. I wish her happiness, peace, and a smooth life!"
Xia Zhengqi raised his eyebrows and said gently, "Cao Hanlin is very thoughtful! This ancient painting is very precious!"
Cao Hanlin's lips curled up slightly. "Your Majesty, thank you for the compliment. I simply wanted to give the princess a special gift from the bottom of my heart."
"Hanlin Cao, how old are you this year?" Xia Zhengqi changed the subject and asked directly about Cao Qingchun's age.
Cao Qingchun was a little surprised, but he replied calmly: "I am 29 years old this year."
"Are you getting married?" Xia Zhengqi said with a smile.
Cao Qingchun blushed a little: "I haven't married yet."
"Oh, Lord Cao, you're not young anymore. Do you have someone you like? In recognition of your hard work, I've arranged a marriage for you."
Cao Qingchun's whole body lit up: "Really?"
"You are not joking."
Cao Qingchun looked at Yin Xizi who was sitting upright. The moment Yin Xizi's eyes met Cao Qingchun's, her cheeks flushed.
Cao Qingchun took a big step forward and strode to Yin Xizi's side. He pulled her up and walked to the front of the hall.
"Your Majesty, I have someone I like. Doctor Yin Xizi and I are in love. I beg Your Majesty to grant us your blessing!"
"Hahaha!" Xia Zhengqi laughed out loud. "Alright, I'll grant you and Yin Xizi a marriage. You two choose an auspicious date for your wedding, and I'll reward you with a mansion as a wedding gift!"
Cao Qingchun and Yin Xizi were so excited that their eyes were filled with tears, and they knelt on the ground to thank Xia Zhengqi.
There was an instant uproar in the hall.
"Hanlin Cao and Divine Doctor Yin are a couple!"
"When did the two of them get together?"
"I'm so envious! I'm so lucky to marry Dr. Yin!"
The entire hall was filled with joy.
At this moment, a white figure with fluttering sleeves walked into the hall, startling all the guests.
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