Only Chu Qian, Leng Qingqiu and Bai Ziyun came out this time. They traveled all the way and finally arrived at the capital of Da Chu on a sunny morning. As soon as they entered the city, they immediately started to ask around for news about Xiao Ning.
At the same time, Princess Dongfang Qinyin, who also had Da Chu as her destination, was almost approaching the royal capital.
At this time, the atmosphere in the palace was extremely tense. Nangong Luoyu hurried to Xiang Yuxin's study, handed her a memorial, and made clear arrangements: "The eldest princess of Dagan will arrive at noon today. I have already arranged all the reception ceremonies. Next is the meeting between the two sides. Here is a proposal I drafted and some controversial issues between our country and Dagan. I hope it can be helpful to you. During the negotiation, we must be tougher and strive for the most favorable result for us as much as possible."
Xiang Yuxin took the memorial and read it carefully. At the same time, he asked Nangong Luoyu, "Master, don't you plan to attend this meeting in person?"
Nangong Luoyu shook her head and replied with a smile: "Master has other important matters to deal with. This time it all depends on you, Yu Xin. I believe you can complete this meeting smoothly." After that, she patted Xiang Yuxin's shoulder to express encouragement.
Xiang Yuxin nodded, a determined light flashed in her eyes. She knew that she had a heavy responsibility, but she was also determined to live up to the trust.
After explaining the matter, Nangong Luoyu left the study and walked lightly towards the outside of the palace. At the same time, Chu Qian, Su Yao and Leng Qingqiu were still searching hard. They held Xiao Ning's portrait and asked passers-by one by one, but they still had no clues. Leng Qingqiu had been following Xiao Ning's location, but stopped in an empty alley because the breath seemed to have been deliberately erased.
Time passed by, and it was almost noon. The three of them were at a loss. At this time, Leng Qingqiu suggested finding a place to stay and rest. After all, it was not a good idea to search aimlessly like this. So the three of them came to an inn and prepared to take a rest.
As they walked into the inn, Chu Qian suddenly felt a familiar breath. She looked around in panic and finally found the figure behind her - Xiao Ning!
Chu Qian was so happy that tears welled up in her eyes. She ran forward and hugged Xiao Ning tightly, crying loudly.
"Ning'er, where have you been? You almost scared your mother to death!" Chu Qian was so excited that she was incoherent.
Xiao Ning took a deep breath and said slowly in a tone that seemed not very proficient: "Mother, I'm sorry, I came to Da Chu to do some things, and I was in a hurry, so I didn't say goodbye to you.
Xiao Ning looked at Chu Qian with an apologetic look on his face, and said softly, "Mom, I'm sorry for making you worry." At the same time, he put one hand on Chu Qian's shoulder, trying to calm her down. Chu Qian touched his face tightly, tears flashing in her eyes, and replied with a slightly trembling voice, "It's okay, as long as you come back safely." The two hugged each other and didn't let go of each other for a long time. However, at this moment, Bai Ziyun suddenly came forward and opened his arms to hug Xiao Ning, but Xiao Ning quickly took a step back and avoided Bai Ziyun's arms. Bai Ziyun stood there, his face full of astonishment and confusion, his hands stayed in the air, looking a little overwhelmed.
"Ning'er...what's wrong with you? I am your master!" Bai Ziyun said in a crying voice, feeling aggrieved.
Xiao Ning subconsciously touched his neck, then looked up at Bai Ziyun and said firmly: "Master, please don't do this. Men and women should keep a certain distance." Bai Ziyun widened her eyes and looked at Xiao Ning in disbelief, with an inexplicable sense of loss in her heart. She didn't understand why Xiao Ning treated her so coldly, as if he had become a completely different person.
Chu Qian, who was standing by, didn't think too much. She hurriedly grabbed her son and asked with concern: "Ning'er, are you okay? Are you hurt? Come into the house and rest." As she said that, she pulled Xiao Ning into the house. Bai Ziyun's eyes were full of tears, but he still resisted the temptation to burst into tears at any time and followed silently. At the same time, Leng Qingqiu frowned and fell into deep thought.
"Why does Ning'er seem like a different person..." She murmured to herself. Her heart was full of doubts and worries. She couldn't understand why Xiao Ning was so indifferent to Bai Ziyun. Even in the past, he would never have avoided her so much. Especially the look in his eyes just now. It was definitely not an expression that Xiao Ning could make. Suddenly Chu Qian shouted to her.
"Qingqiu, don't just stand there like an idiot. Come into the house."
Leng Qingqiu looked at them, and then his eyes became deep, as if he wanted to see through something...
In the royal capital, a gorgeous carriage was driving slowly on the road. Dongfang Qinyin was sitting in the carriage. She leaned elegantly on the seat with a book in her hand.
The carriage finally stopped outside the palace, and one of her personal guards said to her respectfully, "Your Highness, we have arrived at our destination."
Dongfang Qinyin slowly raised her head, frowned slightly, stretched out her hand and gently lifted the curtain, looking out the window. When she saw the scene outside clearly, a trace of dissatisfaction and doubt appeared on her face.
"Hmm? What does this mean? Do I have to go there myself?" Dongfang Qinyin's voice revealed a hint of displeasure, as if she was somewhat surprised and dissatisfied with such an arrangement.
The guards beside him kept their heads down and remained silent, as if they didn't dare to speak easily. Dongfang Qinyin saw this and sneered: "Oh, it's a good plan, to show my power."
Her eyes flashed with cold light, and she thought to herself: What on earth does this Great Chu Emperor want to do? Doesn't she know her identity? How dare she be so rude. However, since we are already here, let's see what tricks they have.
He then got off the carriage and walked into the palace, following the eunuch's guidance to the rising sun.
"Your Highness the Princess, His Majesty invites you." An eunuch came forward and said respectfully.
Dongfang Qinyin nodded slightly and walked in slowly. She walked gracefully, with an elegant temperament, and exuded a noble aura in her every move. She was wearing a gorgeous long skirt, and the hem of the skirt fluttered in the wind, like a blooming flower, which was eye-catching.
When she walked into the hall, she saw a group of ministers standing below, and a woman in a dragon robe sitting on the throne above, looking at her coldly. This woman was the emperor of Great Chu - Xiang Yuxin. Her face was stern and her expression was majestic, which made people feel awe.
"Your Highness the Princess, I've long heard of your name!" Xiang Yuxin's voice was cold and calm, without the slightest ripple.
Dongfang Qinyin looked at Xiang Yuxin, a faint smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and then she bowed.
"Meet the Emperor of Great Chu."
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