"Is it time to engage in battle?"
Upon hearing this news, Jing Yan immediately became extremely interested.
"Yes, Chen and Qi have already sent troops to the border between the two countries. I heard that they have already exchanged a small-scale show of force, and the two sides fought to a draw."
Rong Ying was overjoyed for the first time in her life, so she did not see that Xiange was still in the hall when she entered, and that the Crown Princess was also a princess of the Yue Kingdom.
Gu Lu was concerned about the political figures being mentioned, so he immediately swallowed the details that followed and smiled congratulated Zhang'er.
"Your Highness, there's no rush for the war between Chen and Qi. Today is a special day for the little prince, so let's celebrate his 100-day celebration first."
Jing Yan knew what was going on. He nodded to Rong Ying, then turned around and personally took Zhang'er in his arms. It was supposed to be a happy day, but now his words were filled with a complex joy.
“Zhang’er’s good day is also a good day for Jing Kingdom. Father King is going to hold a 100-day celebration for Zhang’er.”
Zhang'er, being so young, didn't understand what made the adults happy, but seeing the cheerful atmosphere, he chuckled along.
After teasing Zhang'er, Jing Yan instructed in his last words: "Rong Ying, this matter is of utmost importance. You continue to keep an eye on Chen Qi's movements. If there are any unusual actions, we must strike first."
Rong Ying's eyes were bright, and he solemnly assured, "Since I learned of this matter, I have not dared to take it lightly and will do my utmost."
Yue Jiang secretly observed Jing Yan and Rong Ying's appearances. Chen Qi was fighting each other, and on the surface, they had no connection with Jing Guo.
Jingyan and Rongying are extremely concerned, which must mean there is a very significant underlying reason.
Although the Jing Kingdom destroyed the Feng Clan a year ago, the Feng Clan's situation was nowhere near that of the Chen and Qi Kingdoms.
What kind of situation does Jing Yan actually want?
Yue Jiang was lost in thought when palace servants from the Emperor and Empress's side arrived outside the palace. They said that the envoy from the Yue Kingdom had brought congratulatory gifts and urged Yue Jiang and Jing Yan to quickly take Zhang'er to the Delin Palace.
Given Jing Yan's attitude, there was no need to worry too much about the Chen and Qi kingdoms fighting at this time. Since the Delin Palace had already been urging them, he took Yue Jiang and Zhang'er there.
Upon arrival, Yue Jiang was surprised to find that this time it was not Yue Lang who had come, but an envoy with gray hair.
As expected of a veteran official, he had a firm grasp on interpersonal relationships. Upon seeing Zhang'er, he exaggeratedly praised Jing Huaixu, Jing Yan, and the little boy Zhang'er to the skies.
"His Majesty of Jing is a man of great talent and ambition, His Highness the Crown Prince is handsome and refined, and even the young grandson has a full forehead and a wise countenance. I am certain that he will achieve great things in the future."
"Our monarch knows that Princess Yuejiang and His Highness the Crown Prince of Jing have been deeply in love since their marriage..."
The envoy from the Moon Kingdom boasted and bragged, making Yue Jiang's scalp tingle.
Compared to the old minister in the center of the hall, she silently thought it would be better if it were Yue Lang who came. At least Yue Lang wouldn't be such a sycophant, making her lose face in public.
Just as Yue Jiang was about to lose her temper, she first heard Jing Yan chuckle, and Yue Jiang's "inferiority complex" reached its peak.
"Your Highness, what are you laughing at? Are the people from my hometown so funny?"
When Jing Yan turned around to look at her, Yue Jiang actually saw a very pleased expression on his face.
"The people in your hometown are very warm and welcoming, which reminds me of when I first met Jiang'er. She was just as extraordinary and passionate."
Jing Yan wasn't the type to be pleased with praise and become arrogant, but as he listened, he was reminded of the first time he met Yue Jiang.
They are equally eloquent and possess a natural talent for flattering people without making them feel uncomfortable.
Especially since it wasn't Yue Jiang's so-called brother, Yue Lang, who came, Jing Yan didn't have to watch Yue Lang give Yue Jiang the dislike he was looking at.
It must have been quite an ordeal for such an elderly minister to travel such a long distance to this place.
Yue Jiang: "..."
She's exaggerating a bit.
"Your Highness, if you have the chance, don't go to the Moon Kingdom. I'm afraid your money will be in danger."
Before the founding of their nation, the people of Yue were all merchants; how could they not know how to say nice things?
Jing Yan's face showed great interest. He raised his eyebrows and smiled, "If you have the chance, you can go and visit. Let me see with my own eyes what a beautiful and blessed place the Moon Kingdom is, that it could produce a woman like Jiang'er."
“Oh, right,” he emphasized, “let’s see how many customs the Moon Kingdom still has, so I can make them all for Jiang’er.”
Yue Jiang: "..."
Although the Yue Kingdom envoy was old, he spent almost half a cup of tea's time offering compliments.
If it weren't for the time of Zhang'er's first birthday celebration, the Yue Kingdom envoy might still be babbling on and on.
When Zhang'er was born, Jing Huaixu held him personally. A table was placed in the center of the main hall with twelve items on it.
In order, there are gold seals, silver coins, rulers, books, abacuses, musical instruments, small bows and arrows, etc.
Zhang'er was not afraid of strangers. Jing Huaixu put the child on the table, and he curiously explored left and right, but did not take anything.
Yue Jiang and Jing Yan guided Zhang'er to pick up something he liked. At first, Zhang'er liked the silver coins in Yue Jiang's hand and wanted to reach out and take them.
Seeing Jingyan holding a bow and arrow, Zhang'er turned her head and wanted what Jingyan was holding.
Jing Huaixu and Empress Ye watched as Zhang'er changed her things, and they also tried to tempt her with their own items. Zhang'er was busy at the table, but she didn't manage to touch anything. Only then did everyone realize that Zhang'er liked what other people had the most.
So, to let Zhang'er choose for himself, everyone put the items back.
Yue Jiang pointed to rows of small items, letting Zhang'er look at each one.
"Zhang'er, choose one you like. If you choose one, I will give it to you. Your mother won't help you. You can only choose it yourself."
Zhang'er was tired from climbing and was yawning with his chin resting on his little hand on the table, his eyes half-closed.
Yue Jiang was very uneasy, as Zhang'er might fall asleep soon.
Just as she was giving Jing Yan a disappointed look, Zhang'er groaned and casually touched the gold seal in front of her, then hugged it to her chest and continued to sleep soundly.
When Jing Huaixu saw that Zhang'er was holding a seal, he was immediately overjoyed and laughed heartily.
"Good, good, good. My little grandson is holding a golden seal, just like the Crown Prince when he was a child. This means that he will govern the Jing Kingdom well in the future and let the people of Jing live in peace and prosperity."
"Everyone who served in the Delin Hall today will be rewarded, to celebrate the blessings of my little grandson."
After Jing Huaixu finished speaking with great passion, the court officials present in the Delin Hall all paid their respects.
They chanted "Long live His Majesty! Long live His Highness the Crown Prince! Long live the Little Imperial Grandson!"
After Zhang'er finished grabbing the golden seal, everyone began to eat and drink, until they had drunk several rounds of wine.
Rong Ying was filled with joy and drank a bit too much. He went out of the hall alone and found a corner to rest. After leaning against the pillar behind him to catch his breath, he spoke in a distant voice.
"Come out. Anyone acting suspiciously in the palace will be arrested."
A moment later, Xiange came out from the other corner and walked straight toward Rongying, handing him a sachet.
"It can help with hangovers. Take it. Getting drunk and causing trouble in the palace will also be punished."
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