Dali was prosperous and dominated the world, and the territory of Taizu had expanded all the way to the borders of various countries. After the war ceased to recuperate, the surrounding countries had to pay tribute for many years to show respect, and Rongguo was one of them.

A few years ago, the former monarch of Rongguo died suddenly, the prince was still young, the lord was suspicious, and for a while it was like falling leaves in the wind, and Beiyu and Xiyi were all eyeing each other.

Fortunately, the queen of the country immediately made a decision and recommended the monarch's younger brother regent to the throne, which protected Rong Guo's country and the glory and wealth of the rest of his life.

The regent of Rong Guo is really not to be underestimated, it is said that he was also unruly in the past, and he suddenly shouldered a heavy responsibility, and even supported half of the country.

In recent years, the country of Rong has become more and more prosperous, and there is a faint meaning of being on par with Da Li, and the reputation of the regent of Nanrong has also spread among the countries.

The tribute of various countries should be around the end of the year, although Rong Guo paid tribute as usual, but it came too early. Abnormal must be demonic, and there are many discussions in private.

I heard that as the young emperor of Rong Guo grew older, the regent had no intention of delegating power, which inevitably caused shocks in the court. And this time there is also the eldest princess with her, no matter how you look at it, it is very intriguing.

The Rongguo delegation arrived in the capital the day before yesterday, and when they paid tribute to the upper hall this morning, it was actually Princess Nagaye who took the lead. Although there is a veil to cover her face, the appearance of a foreign princess like this really aroused criticism among the ministers.

If it weren't for Ji Lingyun mentioning it, Bai Yanran would have almost forgotten this Princess Jiaye of Rongguo, she finally remembered that she had such an experience in her previous life.

It's just that she had turned into a cat at that time, and she learned from Ji Lingyun at this time, so she was not impressed.

Princess Kaye did come for another purpose, but it was different from what everyone guessed. The eldest princess of Rong Guo is not as rumored to be angry with her younger brother and the young emperor, but has a love for the regent.

She came here because she overheard that the regent had plans to marry Dali, so she took advantage of the regent's absence in the capital to persuade the young emperor to come to Dali in advance to pay tribute.

and secretly infiltrated the mission, and when it was discovered, the mission had already reached the territory of Dali. The envoy couldn't just let her come with her, and he couldn't control this noble and delicate eldest princess, so he could only back down again and again.

At that time, Ji Lingyun was extremely opposed to Princess Lingxi going to Rongguo and relatives, firstly because of distant marriages and relatives, and secondly, because of this Princess Jiaye.

The corners of Bai Yanran's lips raised slightly, and she whispered a few words in Su Xin's ear. Although Su Xin was full of puzzlement, she didn't ask too much, and hurried to do things.

The dust-washing banquet of the Rongguo delegation was set at Youshi, and Bai Yanran and Ji Lingyun were already guests by the time. Because it was a state banquet, except for the princes and nobles who attended, they were important ministers in the court, and the Bai family naturally had no chance to be listed.

Qi Simin, who I haven't seen for some days, is also there, and he came with General Qi. Emperor Yuanhe even invited the old general Qi, which shows the importance he attaches to Rong Guo.

Bai Yanran only then had time to inquire about the matter of Ji'an Hall last time, and learned that Qi Simin couldn't find the fake Taoist priest, so she simply asked the woman to be deceived quickly, and shook her head with a helpless smile.

Although the woman didn't know much and couldn't identify the person behind the scenes, Bai Yanran knew that it must be Bai Yueyu. If you don't know, you can't do it unless you have done it. Now that you have done it, you have to think about the consequences.

Bai Yanran picked up the tea and took a sip, removing the chill in her eyes.

As he was talking, Ling Xi came, and his eyes lit up when he saw Bai Yanran and Qi Simin. In today's scene, it is rare for Lingxi to dress up so solemnly, but he is really a little dignified and elegant, but as soon as he opens his mouth, his true form is revealed.

"Oh, my neck is so sore, and I don't know how much headdress Aunt Sang Cong put on me, so I have to walk carefully so as not to fall down."

Qi Simin covered her lips and smiled: "There is a princess Nanrong today, who is said to be the first beauty in Rongguo, and Princess Lingxi naturally can't be compared." ”

Ling Xi said indifferently: "What to do with these, anyway, she won't be able to stay for two days and leave, and she probably won't even be able to say a few words." ”

Bai Yanran said meaningfully: "That's not necessarily. ”

Ling Xi listened but didn't take it seriously, looked left and right, and asked, "Why didn't you see the imperial brother?" ”

Bai Yanran replied: "The prince just remembered that there was another urgent matter to deal with, so he hurriedly asked people to go to the Xianwen Academy to get the papers, and they should come in a while." ”

As he spoke, he looked behind her and said with a smile: "Say Cao Cao Cao is here, your imperial brother is here." ”

Lingxi looked over with a smile, but then was stunned. Ji Lingyun did come, but he was not alone, and he was followed by Bai Boren, who was stunned.

Bai Boren was instructed to deal with a bunch of paperwork today, and he was busy until a day to take care of it. Unexpectedly, he just returned home to change into his court clothes, and he didn't even have time to use dinner, and was hurriedly taken into the palace by the coachman next to King An.

It was said that His Royal Highness King An was in a hurry to use one of the documents, and after Bai Boren arrived, he went to the Xianwen Academy with His Royal Highness King An to get the documents. However, he didn't let him go, and let him have come to the palace banquet, which is really inexplicable. Dream Chinese

However, at this moment, he raised his head and looked at Princess Lingxi, and all the chaotic thoughts in his heart disappeared. I just thought that even if I didn't know what to say, it would be good to look at her a few more times.

At this moment, Emperor Da Li came surrounded by a group of palace people, and everyone didn't have time to speak, so they saluted together, and then returned to their respective banquets and sat down.

The two emperors and queens sat down on the main seat, followed by several princes and princesses, and then important ministers in the court.

King Ning Ji Yuren and the second princess are habitually absent, but there are no waves. But Bai Yanran noticed that King Jian didn't bring Concubine Song with him, it was said that he was unwell, and he didn't know if it was true or not.

The feast began, and the mission was seated. This time, Princess Jiaye did not wear a veil again, and the appearance she revealed was really overwhelming, and the eyes of the women at the banquet looked at her as if they were nothing.

It is normal for women to compare their complexions, and Princess Nagya's gaze swept around, and she paused on Bai Yanran and Lingxi's faces for a while, and then her face was full of pride.

Emperor Yuan He said two words, and the ministers hurriedly got up to toast, and the atmosphere was lively. At this time, Princess Jiaye also got up to toast, and said with an innocent look: "Jiaye This is the first time to come to Dali, and I really have seen a lot. Dali is worthy of being a thousand-year-old country, the earth spirit is outstanding, and several princes are born in Yushu Linfeng and are extraordinary.

It's just that I don't know if Princess Dali is also a fairy, Jia Ye really wants to get acquainted with one or two, I don't know if I can recommend it? ”

The queen's face was a little unswerving, this Princess Jiaye obviously relied on her outstanding appearance and wanted to be in the limelight, but she wanted to pull Lingxi to compare.

Bai Yanran didn't want this Princess Jiaye to be so straightforward, Lingxi on the side had already gotten up and said: "Princess Jiaye has praised it, this palace is Lingxi, the third princess of Dali." ”

When Princess Jiaye saw Lingxi, a flash of contempt flashed in her eyes, and her smile grew.

"It turns out that Princess Dali is such a color, which is indeed a fallacy."

What she said was an understatement, but it made Emperor Yuan He and the Tong family not angry.

Bai Yanran also said with a smile on her face: "Then according to Princess Jiaye's opinion, what should my Princess Dali look like?" If you want to compare your complexion, it's easy, go to South Street at night, there are many stunning beauties, and there are all kinds of charms. ”

Many people bowed their heads and sneered, many of the flower buildings on Jingcheng South Street at night were engaged in leather and meat business, and there was indeed no shortage of women with outstanding looks in the land of fireworks.

Although Princess Jiaye was reckless, she was not stupid, and she heard the meaning of Bai Yanran's words. Her face changed, and she continued: "Naturally, it's not just about looks, I look at women who are good at singing and dancing, and are versatile." This princess is no exception, but I don't know what skills Princess Lingxi has? ”

Seeing Lingxi looking over, Bai Yanran said leisurely: "Princess Lingxi is naturally also talented, but Princess Jiaye said this, is it because she wants to perform in public?" ”

Jia Ye raised his chin and was about to speak, but he heard Bai Yanran say unhurriedly: "It doesn't have to be like this, there is a queen mother who carefully arranges singing and dancing today." All the singing and dancing girls are waiting outside, isn't Princess Jiaye going to steal people's jobs? ”

Kaye bit her lip and was speechless for a moment. She has always been able to speak well, but she didn't want to meet her opponent today, and she was forced to be speechless. But I didn't know that in Rongguo in the past, it was because of her identity that everyone tolerated everywhere, not because she was really eloquent.

Just thinking of the words she heard that day, she couldn't swallow this breath again. A knife-like gaze swept over Bai Yanran, stared at Ling Xi viciously, and said, "Could it be that your princess of Dali is so talentless and unattractive?" ”

This was really too much, there was an uproar at the banquet, everyone's faces changed, and the envoy of the Rongguo State immediately turned white, presumably at this moment, he wanted to drag people away.

Ji Lingyun on the side also sneered and said, "As a princess, it is naturally because she was born in the royal family, and she has royal blood flowing in her body. Could it be that Princess Jiaye was respected as the eldest princess by the people of Rongguo because of her outstanding appearance and ability to sing and dance? ”

The envoy couldn't hold back any longer, and hurriedly got up and pulled Princess Jiaye into the eyes, while repeatedly talking to the head of Emperor Yuanhe and the Tong family, and said in his mouth: "Please also ask the emperor and queen to forgive her sins, Princess Jiaye is already drunk, and now it is rude to talk nonsense, don't blame it." ”

Princess Kaye also knew that she had said the wrong thing, and although she was unwilling, she didn't dare to say anything more when she thought of the queen mother and the regent. I had to bite my lower lip and sit down, and drank the wine sullenly.

Tong Shi breathed a sigh of relief, glanced at Bai Yanran appreciatively, and then signaled to Aunt Gu Yue. Soon a song and dance performance sounded in the open space between the banquets, which made the atmosphere warm up again for a while.

Lingxi on the side was also drinking wine angrily, but only one cup was replaced by Aunt Sang Cong for tea, and he was no longer in a good mood. She didn't know why the foreign princess she met for the first time repeatedly targeted herself, but she was also worried and full of melancholy when she was said for a while.

However, Princess Nagaya only stopped for a moment, and then became a demon again.

After a song and dance, she got up and motioned to the palace people to carry things up, and personally stepped forward to open the box, took out a picture scroll, and said to Emperor Yuanhe: "Your Majesty, this painting is the last painting written by my famous painter of Rongguo, Lu Anjushi before his death, and the name of the painting is 'National Color and Heavenly Fragrance'." ”

When everyone heard the name of Lu'an Jushi, they all looked at it, and saw that the painting was a woman standing in front of the peony bush and admiring the flowers. And the woman in the painting is very familiar, and it is the person in front of her.

Princess Jiaye said proudly: "Lu'an Jushi saw this princess enjoying the flowers, and he had to make this picture of the country's heavenly fragrance despite his serious illness. It's just that he can't hold the pen anymore until he finishes painting, and although he gives me the painting, he always regrets that the painting is not finished. ”

She looked at Lingxi, and obviously said with bad intentions: "Since Princess Lingxi is very talented, I will finish this picture of the national color and heavenly fragrance, and this princess will be convinced of you, how about it?" ”