Chapter 466: Nansang Emperor's eldest grandson, Yan Changkong
With Mo Liren's introduction, the originally inconspicuous corner of the lobby suddenly became lively.
Gan Zhenyu naturally knew how to seize the opportunity and immediately started a conversation with the Second Princess of Xiling. He was neither humble nor arrogant, and his actions were appropriate and proper, without any loss of manners.
At the same time, while he was confused, the answer vaguely emerged in his mind.
He and Mo Liren were not familiar with each other at all, and they had never had a drink together many years ago. However, when Mo Liren came, he recognized him and took the initiative to greet him and chat with him. He even introduced the Second Princess of Xiling to him. This was definitely not for the sake of his Gan family's reputation.
That can only be attributed to the face of other people around him.
With a more confident mind, Gan Zhenyu spoke more naturally and relaxedly.
Soon, the envoys from other countries who had been pretending to be indifferent began to crowd in one after another, surrounding the Second Princess, Mo Liren and others in the middle, and even Dai Viet gained a lot of good looks.
Only the purple ball was squeezed out of the edge by people.
The hustle and bustle continued until Gan Zhenyu and his entourage left the inn, and Mo Liren and the second princess found a place to settle down. Only then did the hall return to its previous state.
Prince Anyang then approached Prince Yu, who had been left out for a long time, and sighed pretentiously, "Prince Yu, it wasn't that I didn't want to speak up for you just now, it was just that you were inconsiderate. Longyuan, Shangbei, Lingjiang, Darong, and so on, are all tied together by a rope, and they should indeed be united against a common enemy. But look at the behavior of the other countries just now, why don't you think they come to your aid? Daiyue isn't scary, but those wanted criminals are! Has Emperor Longyuan's hair grown back?"
After saying this, he patted King Yu on the shoulder in a friendly manner and walked away with his hands behind his back.
King Yu turned his head and stared at his back, his facial muscles twitching and twisting.
To kick someone when they are down!
Stab in the back afterwards!
When it comes to one's own interests, everyone around you is a villain!
…
The Emperor's eldest grandson's mansion.
In the small hall, a young man in his twenties sat upright on a carved armchair, sipping slowly from a blue and white porcelain cup. "Yun Qin has been dependent on Xiling for years. Mo Liren isn't so much a trusted general of the Yun Qin Emperor, obeying Yun Qin as a man who obeys Xiling. He brought the Second Princess of Xiling to show goodwill to Dayue. Such a blatant gesture suggests that relations between the nations are about to change."
A servant dressed in gray stood before him, bowing, "Master, please give me your instructions."
"Just keep an eye on it secretly. My father's grand ceremony is coming up soon, and the various departments in the court are too busy to spare any time. We can discuss the rest after the ceremony."
"Yes, what about the princess?"
The young man paused holding the teacup, his eyes darkening, "I have my own rules."
"Master, your own safety is still the most important thing."
The young man said nothing more and waved his hand to signal the servant to leave.
There was no one else in the small hall, so he put the teacup aside, closed his eyes and leaned back in his chair, his brows unconsciously furrowed.
When he opened his eyes again, all the emotions in them had been completely hidden.
He stood up and walked out, dismissing all the servants who wanted to follow him, and left the house alone.
…
Tianxia Restaurant is located on the street.
Private room on the second floor.
A round dining table was full of people.
Gan Zhenyu, Mo Liren, the second princess, as well as the maids and guards with Dai Yue badges on their waists gathered together.
"You are so brave! You just changed your clothes and came here so brazenly, causing us so much trouble." The Second Princess glanced around, finally stopping at Bai Yu's face. "You didn't even try to hide your appearance?"
Bai Yu was wearing a guard uniform and looked respectable when he was silent. But once he spoke, a smile played on his face, and his unrestrained nature was revealed. "Isn't there a saying that women change eighteen times when they grow up, and men change seventy-two times when they grow up? If we compare the faces drawn on the Nine Countries Wanted Poster now, few people would be able to recognize us."
The Second Princess snorted, her eyes turning to the "censor's" face, "If I can't recognize you, how about recognizing this old man?"
The old man was unhappy and adjusted the eight-leaf hat on his head with both hands. "I have combed my hair! And my face has twenty-six more wrinkles than the portrait! Let's see who can recognize me, humph!"
Isn’t his biggest feature the bird’s nest hair?
As long as he combed his hair neatly, he didn't believe anyone would be able to recognize him at a glance.
Clothes make the man, and gold makes the Buddha. If an old man dresses up, he can also become a rich man!
The Second Princess smiled softly, "Old man, if you wait a little longer and stay by my side as an attendant, you won't be suspected."
"I didn't know it was you who came to Xiling this time!"
"Who else from the Xiling Royal Family can come besides me?"
There was laughter and conversation, and the atmosphere was as intimate as a casual chat.
Gan Zhenyu remained calm and quietly nudged Mo Liren, "General Mo, could you please help me clear up this confusion?"
Since the Second Princess didn't avoid him at all when talking to Bai Yu and Du Lao, it seemed that she had no intention of hiding anything from him.
He asked a few questions without being rude.
Mo Liren poured him a glass of wine and laughed, "I can't say it's clearing up any doubts, but in short, you and I are all family! Those people are on the same boat, and we at this table are on another boat!"
Upon hearing this, Gan Zhenyu took the wine glass and drank it all, acknowledging what his people said.
Today's table has become a family dinner for the Second Princess and Bai Yu and others. The Second Princess, who is arrogant and domineering outside, is now completely different.
Like an elder caring for the younger generation, he kept talking.
"...Before we set off, I guessed that you might come, and I thought my eldest sister would go with you. Where is she now and how is she?" asked the second princess.
"Don't worry, Second Aunt, Aunt is doing well at my house. There has been constant news about Wangque Tower. She is now taking care of herself every day and is in good spirits."
"Aunt?"
The aunt and nephew looked at each other and immediately understood each other.
The Second Princess's eyes were bright and soft. "You left the place of exile and headed for Changjing. I received the news in Xiling long ago. I could guess that you were here, and others who were watching secretly might not have guessed it. Be careful before and after the ceremony. If you encounter any difficulties, come to me."
Mo Liren, who had been listening for a long time, finally interrupted and said with a smile, "The Xiling and Yunqin team members accompanying us this time are all specially selected experts. If you encounter any problems, they will always be able to help you a little."
The old man had already started eating, his mouth stuffed with food, and he spoke incoherently, "Don't worry about us, worry about yourselves too. Let's have a meal together here today, and just wait and see, there will definitely be people watching you from now on!"
Everyone laughed.
Don't care at all.
Things have come to this point and the situation cannot be changed. Who is still afraid?
Amidst the bustle, there was a sudden knock on the door of the private room.
Everyone paused while eating.
Su Wu was sitting close to the door. He stood up and opened the wooden door a crack, peeking out with one eye.
The person I saw was a young man in brocade clothes. He was tall and graceful in a royal blue brocade robe, with his black hair tied in a jade crown. Even standing in the dim corridor, he looked like a decent man.
"Who is it? What's the matter?" Su Wu asked, looking around intently, while at the same time blocking the crack in the door tightly, not revealing any of the situation behind to outsiders.
The young man smiled and said, "I am Yan Changkong, the eldest grandson of the Nansang Emperor. I heard that envoys from other countries were having dinner here, so I came to say hello."
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