Meng Jingqi smiled and nodded, "Indeed, this is the Gold Silk Soft Armor."
In both her past and present lives, Yang Mengchen had heard about the Gold Silk Soft Armor, but had never seen it. She carefully took it out and spread it on the table, gently caressing the Gold Silk Soft Armor rumored to be made of rare Heavenly Silkworm Silk and gold threads. It felt cool and smooth to the touch, and the workmanship was exquisitely delicate—a true marvel of the world.
Sister Jin and Hai Tang were equally excited.
Especially Hai Tang, who couldn’t believe she actually had the fortune to see the fabled Gold Silk Soft Armor, the treasure that martial artists yearned for in their dreams.
After a while, Yang Mengchen folded the Gold Silk Soft Armor and put it back into the brocade box, then looked at Meng Jingqi with curiosity.
"It’s for you," said Meng Jingqi meaningfully, before Yang Mengchen could refuse, "The Capital has been unstable recently, and as the current Princess Chen, you are very likely to become a target for some. You must wear it every moment during this time, so we can be at ease."
"Thank you, Brother Jingqi, but I know how to use poison, and I have Hai Tang and the Hidden Guard for protection. There won’t be any trouble. However, Brother Jingqi should be more cautious. I’m worried that those people will stop at nothing to win you over, so it would be better for Brother Jingqi to use this Gold Silk Soft Armor," replied Yang Mengchen, shaking her head.
Insisting on pushing the brocade box back to Yang Mengchen, Meng Jingqi smiled and said, "We came here only for you, it has nothing to do with the four-nation grand ceremony! Besides, if those people dare to plot against us, they better be prepared to face all the consequences."
"But..."
Before Yang Mengchen could say more, Meng Jingqi already said, "As long as you are safe, I... we have nothing to fear!"
Seeing the conversation come to this, Yang Mengchen knew that to refuse further would definitely hurt Meng Jingqi’s well-intentioned heart, so she gave the Gold Silk Soft Armor to Hai Tang to keep safe.
Hai Tang was secretly pleased. There were rumors that the Gold Silk Soft Armor was impenetrable to weapons, and with the princess owning one, they felt much more reassured.
Seeing the gratitude in Yang Mengchen’s eyes, Meng Jingqi changed the subject, "This year, the two seasons of rice and wheat saw high yields, and cotton was not only bountiful but also of excellent quality. Especially the antibiotics you provided, along with the smallpox prevention recipes, and the chickenpox vaccine solved big problems. The Emperor was so happy that he celebrated for a day and a night;
The Emperor and the Empress have been taking the Pill you formulated, and consistently practicing your health regimen. Not only were they able to eradicate longstanding chronic illnesses, but they also became healthier and more peaceful, appearing to have rejuvenated by several years;
Furthermore, the Emperor and the Empress particularly adore the clothing, hats, shoes, and socks you sent. Unless it’s a formal occasion, they usually wear only the garments you personally sewed. Even if there are minor damages, they prefer the Textile Bureau to carefully mend them rather than wear new clothing and accessories."
"It is my honor that my adoptive parents like them. I will sew four sets every season for my adoptive parents as a token of my filial piety," Yang Mengchen replied with tearful eyes and a slight smile. "By the way, Brother Jingqi, we have also developed vaccines for leprosy and pneumonia. The recipes have been sent back to my adoptive father. Also, I recently founded a bank with extraordinary functions. I will explain the details to Brother Jingqi later."
"Good," Meng Jingqi nodded with a smile, tenderness and indulgence hidden in the depths of his eyes.
Upon returning to the Prince Mansion, Hai Tang urged Yang Mengchen to put on the Gold Silk Soft Armor, for, with the envoys from the three countries arriving one after another, The Capital was indeed beset with undercurrents.
Yang Mengchen had said she would be honest with Long Xuanmo, so that night she informed Long Xuanmo about the Gold Silk Soft Armor.
Even though Long Xuanmo was consumed with jealousy, he understood that this would better protect his wife’s safety. Thus, he would not send it back. He also warned his wife not to let a fifth person know about it. However, deep down he was uncomfortable—the care of his wife was his responsibility, and it was not Meng Jingqi’s place to be concerned about it!
On the 7th and 8th of May, the envoys from the three countries arrived one after another, all inviting themselves to the Chen Prince Mansion. Yang Mengchen declined each invitation, citing busy affairs.
"Princess, it wasn’t the Eldest Prince Qi Zongyu and Princess Qiulu from Xiliang who came, but instead the Second Prince Qi Zonghao and his sister Princess Qiuxin," said Hai Tang.
Yang Mengchen raised her eyebrows, signaling Hai Tang to continue.
"Qi Zonghao is the favored son of the Emperor Xiliang, most of the court affairs are handled by him; he is practically half an emperor."
"What about Qi Zongyu?" asked Yang Mengchen.
"Qi Zongyu and Princess Qiulu are children of the first wife. The Emperor Xiliang despises the first wife, naturally paying no regard to Qi Zongyu and Princess Qiulu. He even condones the stepmother and her children plotting against Qi Zongyu and Princess Qiulu. Had it not been for their maternal family and loyal followers’ protection, Qi Zongyu and Princess Qiulu would have been reduced to bones long ago," revealed Hai Tang.
Lifting her teacup elegantly for a light sip, Yang Mengchen’s expression remained calm, her profound gaze inscrutable, leaving others unable to discern her thoughts.
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