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Chapter 160 - 160: Jealous (1)
Chapter 160 - 160: Jealous (1)
Chapter 160: Jealous (1)
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
“There are still a few ministers’ children who will go with you. Don’t be arrogant and let the people of Daqing look down on you. I will let Xingyun accompany you. He is steady and reserved. He is your aunt Jing’an’s only son and has received my decree. On the way there, you have to respect him and listen to his arrangements. Don’t cause trouble, understand?”
Everyone said in unison again, “Yes, Father.”
Only then did Emperor Wu Xuan put down his brush. “You may leave.”
After reading the contents of the imperial edict, Bai Xianyu frowned slightly.
Green Pearl brought over a cup of tea and chuckled. “Miss, it seems that the Emperor values our Kingdom-Stabilizing General’s Manor very much. Usually, only the descendants of the imperial family have the chance to attend such a grand occasion. This time, he actually invited you.”
The tea mist curled up, and the high-quality West Lake Longjing exuded a light fragrance.
When the girl heard this, there was no joy on her face at all. In fact, her heart was rather heavy.
“The imperial physician has been ordered to come and examine Miss physically. Everything is really appropriate in every aspect.
Bai Xianyu cursed inwardly. Having the imperial physician come along to examine her physically was probably for fear that she would not go because she was sick.
Now that she had been checked and ascertained to be fine, she would be somewhat disobedient to use illness as an excuse.
However, she had not received an invitation in her previous life.
Why would Emperor Wu Xuan let her go too?
“Miss, why aren’t you saying anything? Quick, drink some tea. You were sweating from practicing your sword technique just now. Replenish some fluid.” Green Pearl placed the tea on the table.
“This is not a good thing.”
Green Pearl tilted her head in confusion.
In her previous life, she had not received an invitation, nor had she met the envoy. When she heard news about the envoy of Daqing, it was because she heard Third Brother mention it by chance. It was only limited to knowing that they had signed a treaty with Great Kui and… Someone tried to assassinate the Second Prince of Daqing near the Xiangguo Temple. He had been on the verge of death for a few days before waking up.
At that time, the captured criminal committed suicide in prison, but he lost a dart. On it was carved the emblem of her Kingdom-Stabilizing General’s Manor.
The matter instantly caused an uproar in the imperial court. For a moment, everyone was guessing that her Eldest Brother, Bai Tanshen, was addicted to war and did not want the two countries to be on good terms. He wanted to seize more military power through meritorious service, so he wanted Bai Jingyuan to make Second Prince’s death an accident.
If a prince of its country was assassinated in an enemy country, wouldn’t that give Daqing a chance to send troops?
Although the Great Kui was powerful, the reason why the relationship with Daqing had eased recently was because of the constant fighting with several other neighboring countries. If Daqing also sent troops, then it would be difficult to fight against so many.
Emperor Wu Xuan took this into consideration and immediately dismissed her Third Brother to investigate. Eldest Brother was still outside and was summoned back not long after. Unfortunately, there were very few generals available in the court, so he was allowed to make amends for his crimes. However, his military power was reduced by half.
Bai Xianyu was no longer in the mood to drink tea. She got up and went to Bai Jingyuan’s courtyard.
Bai Jingyuan was marking official documents. When he saw her, he put down his pen and frowned. “What’s wrong? Who made our Little Yu angry?”
“Third Brother, you just came back from Li Prefecture. Let’s put aside the welcoming ceremony for the time being and take a break,” Bai Xianyu said directly.
Bai Jingyuan paused for a moment and curled his lips. “Third Brother is still young. This bit of running around won’t be a problem.”
Bai Xianyu asked, “Did the Emperor ask Third Brother to accompany the envoy?”
“Yes.”
“There might be someone planted by the mastermind among the people who will be welcoming us this time,” Bai Xianyu said with suspicion. Since the person who pointed him out wanted to frame the General’s Manor, he must have the same goal as the mastermind. Even if she was not completely sure now, it was always better to be safe than sorry.
Bai Jingyuan said solemnly, “How do you know this?”
Bai Xianyu avoided the main point. “Third Brother, trust me. I won’t lie to you. Third Brother, you’d better get out of this completely.”
This was the first step to clearing suspicion.
If Third Brother was not responsible for the mobilization of personnel, then it was very likely that the Emperor’s personal imperial guards would be accompanying.
The imperial guards only listened to Emperor Wu Xuan’s orders. Not to mention Third Brother, even a prince would find it extremely difficult to place personnel in.
Bai Jingyuan pondered for a long time. He had never disobeyed Emperor Wu Xuan’s orders. If he accepted the decree and did not go, he had to find some excuse.
“Then 1’11 apply for sick leave. However, they will stay in my dynasty for two months. If 1 was found out during this period, I’m afraid it would be even more troublesome,” Bai Jingyuan said. “We can only do it for real.”
Bai Xianyu did not comment. This was indeed the safest solution. She paused for two seconds and said, “I’m also among the people going this time, but 1’11 be careful..”