The General's Mansion has recently become increasingly renowned, and its influence has risen accordingly, making it a force to be reckoned with.
The ministers in the court were completely bewildered, unable to fathom the emperor's true thoughts and intentions.
In the past, the emperor had some reservations about the General's Mansion, but now it seems that such reservations have disappeared without a trace.
The emperor seemed to have completely changed his personality.
After resting for ten days, the brothers Jiang He and Jiang Hai went to the palace to participate in the court assembly.
Emperor Rongsheng's health has fully recovered, and he is in excellent spirits, back to his former self.
The investigation into the culprit who poisoned the emperor had suddenly stalled, disappearing without a trace as if it had vanished into thin air.
Few people knew that the emperor had been poisoned.
Duke Zheng knew that this matter was not over and that his mansion would inevitably be implicated.
Jiang Hai also gained the right to participate in government affairs.
Jiang He rose to become the emperor's chief bodyguard, following him closely like a shadow, protecting the emperor's safety at all times.
Prince Yu won the emperor's favor and was highly regarded, gradually becoming Emperor Rongsheng's most trusted son.
Everyone knows that things have changed in Daqing.
At this very moment, the Southern Kingdom of Nanning dispatched a large delegation to sue for peace.
Faced with this move, the emperor made a decisive decision and appointed Prince Yu to be in charge of the reception.
It is said that the emperor of Nanning Kingdom was getting old and suffering from illness, and his health was deteriorating day by day.
This is why the princes of the country engaged in fierce battles for the throne, even resorting to armed conflict.
The entire country was plunged into chaos and could hardly withstand any more turmoil and setbacks.
At this critical juncture, the Kingdom of Nanning had no choice but to bow down to the powerful Daqing, expressing its willingness to submit and offering an astonishing amount of gold and silver treasures, as well as numerous beautiful women, as a sign of its sincerity.
Among these women, the most eye-catching was Princess Yudan of Nanning, who held a noble status.
The fact that the emperor of Nanning sent his legitimate daughter to marry into the state demonstrates his sincere desire for peaceful coexistence with Daqing.
I've heard that Princess Yudan is only seventeen years old. Such a young age, yet she's being presented as a gift to Emperor Rongsheng. I have to say, Emperor Nanning is truly going all out!
Just recently, a large delegation from Nanning arrived in Daqing.
The delegation was led by the envoy Dortu. As soon as he saw Prince Yu, he put on a fawning face and hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Highness, I have come here with many treasures of gold and silver, as well as several beauties of unparalleled beauty. I wonder if Your Highness is interested?"
His words revealed a humble demeanor.
However, faced with Dortu's obsequious behavior, Lin Muheng simply looked at him quietly without uttering a single word.
Seeing this, Dortu couldn't help but wonder if his words had failed to make the prince understand the deeper meaning.
So he spoke again, saying, "Your Highness, those beauties are all rare and stunning beauties. Would Your Highness be so kind as to go and admire them?"
The implication of these words was quite clear: they meant that Prince Yu should make the selection first.
It turns out that Dortu had already thoroughly investigated the situation of the Daqing royal family.
He knew very well that in the eyes of the current Emperor of Daqing, the person he valued most was none other than Prince Yu.
If Prince Yu had taken a liking to Princess Yudan first, given her high standing in the emperor's eyes, the emperor would very likely have bestowed her upon him.
After all, the Prince of Yu has a very high chance of becoming the next crown prince.
Moreover, although Prince Yu already has a principal wife, if Princess Yudan marries into the Prince's residence, even if she is only a concubine, she may be promoted to a Noble Consort in the future.
For the Kingdom of Nanning, if Princess Yudan were to marry Prince Yu instead of the Emperor, then in the long run, Nanning would gain far greater benefits.
Lin Muheng pretended not to understand what the envoy was saying.
With a smile, he replied in a calm tone, "My father will make proper arrangements regarding the wealth and the beautiful women. You, my envoy, can simply stay here in peace. Tomorrow morning, I will send someone to welcome you all to the palace to meet the Emperor."
Upon hearing this, Dortu couldn't help but feel puzzled, thinking to himself, "Is there really a man in this world who doesn't like beautiful women? Could it be that he has a fierce and shrewish wife at home, like a she-devil? Otherwise, how could he be completely uninterested in such a beauty?"
The more Dortu thought about it, the more puzzled he became, his brows furrowing. But seeing that the Prince of Yu had no intention of continuing the conversation, he had no choice but to give up for the time being.
The next morning, the sun shone brightly and a gentle breeze caressed our faces.
The envoys from Nanning Kingdom, guided by the people sent by the Prince of Yu, successfully entered the palace and came to the main hall to pay their respects to Emperor Rongsheng.
They knelt down respectfully and performed the grand ceremony of three kneelings and nine kowtows. Afterwards, they ordered their men to present the precious treasures they had brought.
One by one, the rare and precious treasures were carefully carried to the emperor's presence. The dazzling array of treasures astonished the assembled ministers.
Some of these treasures are crystal clear and as smooth as jade; some are golden and dazzling; and some are exquisitely crafted and ingeniously made.
Each piece is priceless and extremely rare.
The ministers whispered among themselves, praising the lavish spending that the Emperor of Nanning had made this time.
Emperor Rongsheng sat on the dragon throne, his gaze sweeping over the many treasures before him, a satisfied smile on his face.
Just then, a melodious tune rang out, and a group of graceful and beautiful women filed in.
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