Chapter 81 Let the Princess Accompany Me for a Walk
Jing Ye visits Gu Mansion?
Jiang Xue was very confused. Why did Jing Ye come to see Gu Lintan so late at night?
But at this moment, this reason would undoubtedly help her get out of this situation.
She didn't have time to think about it, and quickly advised: "The Prince Consort is the welcoming envoy, I think it must be the business of the delegation. After all, this person is in a high position and has great power, so we can't neglect him. I will go back to the backyard to rest first, so as not to disturb the Prince Consort from handling official business."
Gu Lintan narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at Jiang Xue, and suddenly thought of the time when she and Jing Ye were whispering to each other outside the palace gate before the palace banquet.
Although Jiang Xue called Jing Ye Meng Lang at that time, Jing Ye ignored him during the day. Could it be that he would remember his identity as the welcoming envoy in the middle of the night?
Gu Lintan was a little suspicious that Jing Ye came for Jiang Xue.
He suddenly spoke slowly, "Since he is a distinguished guest of Ji State, please come with me to meet him. Your Highness is of noble status. If you stay in this mansion and don't go out to meet him, I am afraid that it will be spread that the princess of our dynasty and even the royal family despise the envoy."
Jiang Xue was about to refuse, but Gu Lintan said, "Your Highness, thank you for your hard work. When our dynasty receives envoys from other countries, there should be at least two officials present. But Your Highness is a princess of our dynasty, and you have a fiefdom and salary, so you can accompany me. Otherwise, I'm afraid I'll have to ask someone to find the envoy in the middle of the night."
Seeing that he was so sure about what he said, Jiang Xue knew it was ridiculous, but she didn't want to refuse too obviously.
It’s not impossible to meet Jing Ye.
I wonder how this person who just said "I will never see you again" today feels when he sees her again so soon.
She nodded and said, "Okay, let's go."
Fu Dong and Xiao Chun were already very close to her. When they heard her say this, they both stepped forward to support her and put some distance between Gu Lintan and Jiang Xue.
Gu Lintan asked Huang Fu, "Where is the prince?"
Huang Fu said, "I have already seated the distinguished guest in the main hall. Sir, please follow me."
The group walked towards Chaolu Hall.
Gu Lintan walked in front and was the first to enter Chaolu Pavilion.
Jing Ye was sitting on the main seat, with his long legs crossed, playing with the teacup in his hand. When he saw him come in, he did not stand up to greet him, but just continued to play with the teacup calmly, as if waiting for Gu Lintan to come over and greet him.
Although Gu Lintan was somewhat displeased, he still walked over and bowed due to the disparity in their status, and said, "I wonder what advice you have for me, Your Majesty, visiting my humble abode so late at night?"
Jing Ye just glanced at him indifferently, until he saw Jiang Xue walk in, then he revealed a playful smile.
"I just arrived in Jijing and I'm unfamiliar with the place. I saw the bright moonlight in the middle of the night and decided to go out to relax." He put down the teacup in his hand and said, "I didn't expect to end up here while walking."
"If Your Majesty wants to find someone to travel with you to Jijing, the Ministry of Rites will arrange a guide to lead the delegation in a few days." Gu Lintan smiled wryly.
"No need. If you want a guide, I think Princess Changle is the right person." Jing Ye looked at Gu Lintan provocatively and said sarcastically, "I heard that the prince consort of Daji is always very busy in the court. This is perfect. Both me and the princess are free, so let the princess accompany me for a few days."
Jiang Xue was stunned when she heard this. Is Jing Ye sick?
Running in front of Gu Lintan and talking nonsense, it seems that the two of them have an unclear relationship?
Jiang Xue felt the veins on her forehead throbbing. Before Gu Lintan could react, she said, "Your Majesty, I am not an idle person. I have something to do."
"Oh?" Jing Ye smiled and said, "How long has this prince consort been married to the princess? It is said that they have not yet consummated their marriage? He is not with you all day long, but instead treats the Ministry of Rites as his home. The princess is not an idle person, so I wonder what other pleasures does he have in his boudoir on weekdays?"
Jiang Xue's face flushed red, and she and Gu Lintan looked at each other, both of them with surprise in their eyes.
How did such words get out of the Gu Mansion? !
Gu Lintan said, "I didn't know that the prince would be so deceitful and believe the rumors in the streets?"
"Your Highness is a distinguished guest from a foreign country. If you want to travel in Beijing, the court and the Ministry of Rites will arrange your travel arrangements. Forgive me for being blunt, but no matter how noble your status is, if your Highness hears of your flirting with my wife, he will not let it go easily!"
Jing Ye stood up and walked straight past him, walked up to Jiang Xue, then turned back to Gu Lintan and said calmly: "You are using the emperor of Ji to threaten the regent of Gan?"
"Let alone Jijing, even Ji Palace, I can go wherever I want - why do you think that is?"
He sneered and ignored Gu Lintan, saying to Jiang Xue, "I heard that this Prince Consort's Mansion was granted by the palace, and the scenery is more unique than the courtyards of high-ranking families. Since it's dark tonight, why don't you take me to stroll around the courtyard?"
Jiang Xue's mouth twitched, and she whispered, "Are you crazy?"
Jing Ye only glanced at her calmly and said, "Your Highness doesn't have to come. Tomorrow, an envoy will come to the palace to pay respect to your emperor. The Ji Kingdom is so bad at entertaining guests. I wonder if they are just serving as guests or if they have some prejudice against our country?"
Gu Lintan’s expression became increasingly gloomy.
Jing Ye walked out of the house and stood outside waiting for Jiang Xue.
Jiang Xue thought about it and had an idea in mind.
She walked to Gu Lintan, looked up at him, and asked in a low voice: "What should I do?"
Gu Lintan was in a state of confusion, but he saw a hint of panic and helplessness in Jiang Xue's eyes.
He originally suspected that Jiang Xue and Jing Ye had some shameful secret. After all, he had heard about Jiang Xue's entanglement with the Gan Guoren.
But looking at Jiang Xue's expression right now, it seemed that she was extremely unwilling to get close to Jing Ye.
It seems like Jing Ye has some plans for Jiang Xue.
He said to Jiang Xue, "It's all right. If he wants to vent his anger in front of the emperor, let him do whatever he wants. I will take care of everything. Don't be afraid."
Jiang Xue tried hard to keep her eyes open for a long time, and soon, moisture appeared in her eyes as she wished.
She said to Gu Lintan, "But if he said that, this matter is not just about you and me, but also about my brother, the emperor. He is also the envoy to welcome guests. If it is more serious, it will affect the friendship between the two countries."
"What if his intention is not to be with you or me, but to stir up trouble?"
"If I pretend not to agree, I'm afraid the situation will get out of hand and innocent people living on the border will suffer."
"So," Jiang Xue lowered her head, letting a tear drop down her cheek, and said in a low voice, "I have to agree, for the sake of my husband, my brother, and the country of Ji."
As if she had made a great decision, she turned around and left, leaving Gu Lintan with only a tearful face that flashed before his eyes, showing stubbornness, forbearance and foresight.
Before Gu Lintan could say anything, Jiang Xue had already walked out the door.
Gu Lintan stood frozen in place, his heart suddenly moved.
Whatever the reason, he was helpless against Jing Ye and could only let Jiang Xue go with him.
After a while, the two people outside the door walked towards the yard and went away.
Gu Lintan suddenly woke up.
No, Jing Ye targeted him again and again, which was completely different from what that person said!
His heart sank, and he said to Huang Fu, "Go to the study."
Jiang Xue almost laughed out loud when she walked out of Chaolu Hall.
She took up the handkerchief and calmly wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. Seeing this, Jing Ye sneered, "Why, just walking with me makes you so upset?"
Jiang Xue suddenly smiled.
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