The dappled sunlight sprinkles over the golden palace, making this magnificent building even more solemn and mysterious. Tai Hao and twenty carefully selected retinues walked through the gates of the palace like a landscape, and their target was the princess Diaotang, the deepest part of the palace.

As soon as you enter the palace, you will be amazed by the immensity of the buildings, each tower seems to tell an ancient story, and every doorway seems to whisper the glory of the royal family. Taihao couldn't help but sigh in his heart, with such a magnificent palace, it is no wonder that Princess Diaotang can stay here forever.

They stopped in the vast square of the palace, where Taihao stationed twenty of his retinue, and walked alone on the wide marble staircase that led to Princess Diaotang's bedchamber. When under the guidance of a palace maid like Liu, Taihao finally saw Princess Diaotang, and was about to speak, but was interrupted by Princess Diaotang's soft voice. Her star-bright eyes shone with joy, and her lips opened lightly, and she uttered picturesque words: "Taihao, early this morning, several men came here and offered a kind of courteous gifts, and they said that you sent them like this. I really like these gifts. ”

Tai Hao smiled slightly: "It's great if the princess likes it, those are all brought from the Eastern Empire." Princess, I have come today to report to you, I have just gone to see the envoy of the Eastern Empire. ”

Princess Diaotang frowned and asked, "Has it been decided?" ”

Tai Hao nodded slightly, and said in a deep voice: "That slippery Confucian really hides dirt and dirt, not only greedy for a lot of money, but also openly orders the family and accepts bribes from Tibetan officials. Just ......"

Princess Diaotang's phoenix eyes drooped slightly: "Just what?" ”

Tai Hao frowned: "According to the laws of the Eastern Empire, he has not committed the crime of corruption and bribery, because what he received is not a bribe from an official of the Eastern Empire." What makes me even more puzzling is that what means did Confucianism have to make many officials in Tibet rush to him, and even spared no financial resources to convince him, is there really any real power in his hands? ”

Princess Diaotang sighed and said: "This is also something I am more curious about, what is his true origin, I have sent palace guards to check his details, but I have not received any news." ”

Tai Hao groaned: "Princess, this matter is indeed a bit tricky. The details of the slippery are unknown, and his methods are elusive to me. However, I have an idea that may reveal his true colors and why those officials are so afraid of him. ”

A hint of curiosity flashed in Princess Diaotang's eyes: "Oh? Taihao, what are your good ideas? ”

Tai Hao smiled slightly: "Princess, we can use the greedy heart of the slippery Ru to set a trap and let him show himself." ”

Princess Diaotang frowned slightly: "Trap? You mean......"

Tai Hao said in a low voice: "We can send a Tibetan people disguised as an envoy of the Eastern Empire and carry a lot of money to bribe the Slippery Confucian." Then, through his conversation, we will know what is going on. ”

Princess Diaotang pondered for a long time, shook her head lightly, and said: "This matter is not proper, the risk is very great, and it is very easy to be exposed." I've recently trained a team of guards and will let them go and find out for themselves. Taihao, it's been two days since you came to the city of Luo, and you haven't gone to meet the new Zampu, why don't you take this opportunity to go? ”

Tai Hao said: "Zan Pushang is still in infancy, which queen will take care of it?" ”

Princess Diaotang said: "Every day is taken care of by the nurse, you go now, you don't have to stay longer, just stop for a while, if the envoys of the Eastern Empire come to Tubo and don't go to see Zampu immediately, it will make many ministers of the court suspicious." ”

Taihao nodded and said, "Thank you princess for arranging!" ”

Taihao then bid farewell to Princess Diaotang and went to the palace of the new Zamplaba Dorjee. As soon as you enter the palace, you are immediately amazed by the scene before you, and the first thing that catches your eye is the polished marble floor, which shimmers in the light, like a sparkling lake. Walking along the stone path, you will see the crystal chandelier hanging from the high ceiling, which illuminates the entire palace and illuminates every corner.

The walls are decorated with ornate murals that depict a variety of vivid scenes with Buddhist stories as the theme, making him feel the mysterious world of Buddhism. At the same time, the murals also show the daily life of the Tibetan people, as well as their reverence for nature and the gods. Painted with brightly colored paints, these murals have survived the years of time and still retain their original vividness.

In the center of the palace is a huge throne, which is covered in snow leopard skin and edged with precious gemstones. Above the throne hangs a huge thangka, the symbol of the Tibetan Zanpu, depicting his image and wisdom. On either side of the throne stood loyal soldiers, their weapons glinting in the light.

On the other side of the palace, there is a huge stove, which is used to worship the gods. The whole palace is filled with a solemn, sacred atmosphere. Here, Tibetan Zampu and his subjects jointly guarded their beliefs and cultures, so that they could be passed on and carried forward on the plateau.

A nurse walked out with Zampu in her arms, and Taihao saluted: "Foreign minister Taihao pays a visit to His Majesty Zampu of the Tubo Kingdom!" ”

The nurse Dai Zampu responded: "Lord Taihao is flat. ”

After Taihao got up, the nurse continued: "Lord Taihao has come from afar, it is really hard, I received a gift from you early this morning, and please convey Zampu's gratitude to him to the Emperor of the Eastern Empire." ”

Tai Hao said: "Your Majesty Zampu is really polite, as long as the Eastern Empire and the Tubo Kingdom have been friends for generations and live in peace forever, all this is enough." ”

Taihao did not stay in Zampu's palace for long, so he left with a group of soldiers and walked in the direction of Niandongtang. When several fire captains reported to him one by one the completion of today's mission, Taihao took it to heart, and then asked in detail about the reactions of the queens and ministers who received the gifts.

According to several of the fire chiefs, two ministers accepted the gifts with great joy, but only one turned them away, and that was the whole minister, Nima Sanji. He did not let the giver enter the gate, and even reprimanded him and ordered him to leave. When Tai Hao heard this, he couldn't help but wonder, it seemed that he needed to go and meet this eye-catching Nima Sanji for a while.

Shi Chunhuo also inquired about the views of the Tibetan people and some officials on the Eastern Empire in one day. They are almost unanimous in their views, believing that the peace and friendship between the two countries will last for a long time, and they are full of praise for Princess Diaotang. Her majesty and kindness went hand in hand, which made the people of Tibet admire.

Tai Hao said to them in a deep voice: "The emperor has decreed that we need to stay in the land of Tibet for only one month. During this period, you have to work harder. Shou Han and NVC brothers, the two of you still need to secretly protect the prince. The rest of the brothers, follow me to secretly inquire about the envoy of the Eastern Empire who is stationed in the city of Luo, and you must find out where he came from and the sect he belongs to in the rivers and lakes. ”

Several fire captains responded in unison: "Obey!" There was a voice full of determination and loyalty.

Taihao pondered for a moment, and then said to Xuanzhen: "Brother Xianjing, tomorrow you and I will go to Nima Sanji's mansion together to visit him, and there is no need to bring gifts." ”

Xuanzhen responded: "Obey!" ”

After a night, early the next morning, Taihao took the team of Xuanzhen Huochang to embark on a journey to Nima Sanji's mansion. Nima Sanji, the chief minister of Tibet, held a position comparable to that of the Eastern Empire's overseer of the imperial history, so it was only reasonable for him to refuse to accept Taihao's gifts, as his duty was to supervise these officials.

The morning sun shines on the ground, creating a serene and peaceful scene. Taihao was dressed in a gorgeous brocade robe, with a tall posture and a firm gaze. His heart was filled with the pursuit of justice and loyalty to his country.

Xuanzhen led the team members to follow closely behind, they were dressed in battle robes and had a majestic momentum. They are the elite hand-picked by the Xuanzhen Fire Chief, well-trained, brave and fearless. Their mission is to keep Tae-ho safe and ensure that he can successfully complete his mission.

Nima Sanji's mansion is located in the southeast of the city of Raksha, not far from the center of the city. Tai Hao led his retinue on horseback and galloped along a wide road. After about a stick of incense, they finally arrived at the door of the mansion.

When Tai Hao dismounted, he saluted the soldiers guarding the door, and then said in a solemn voice: "Down there is Tai Hao, the envoy of the Eastern Empire, who has come to meet the Minister of the Whole Matter, Lord Nima Sanji. Please let the general enter the palace and make a report. ”

The words of the soldier were still echoing in his ears, and he said, "Prime Minister Sanji will go to the palace to see Zampu this morning, and he will not be back until at least noon." The awe and prudence in his words make people have to believe that the status of this whole minister is extraordinary.

Tai Hao pondered for a moment, a trace of helplessness flashed in his eyes, but it was more of an attitude of indifferent acceptance. He lowered his eyes, then looked up at the palace soldier and asked, "Can I enter the palace and wait until Prime Minister Sanji returns?" ”

The soldier's face showed a hint of embarrassment, he naturally understood who these officers and soldiers in front of him were, and he also knew their importance. But where the duty lies, he can only do what Prime Minister Sanji instructs.

"When he left, Prime Minister Sanji said that when he was not in the palace, no matter who it was, even if it was Zampu or the king, they could not let them enter the palace. That's what he said, so I ...... Please wait outside the door! ”

Tai Hao nodded silently, of course he understood that this was the bottom line of Prime Minister Sanji, and it was also his duty. So, he bowed slightly and said, "In that case, I'll wait outside the door." When Prime Minister Sanchi returns, we'll ask to see you again. ”

After he finished speaking, he turned around and stood outside the door with all his attendants. Although they all looked indifferent, they secretly sighed in their hearts about the status and power of this Sanchi minister. But they also understand that it is also for the peace and prosperity of the whole country.

Waiting until noon, Nima Sanji appeared. He rode a tall black Tibetan horse along the dirt road, his hooves beating a brisk rhythm on the hard ground. Dressed in traditional Tibetan costume, a bright red robe, a jewel-encrusted belt around her waist and a leopard fur hat with feathers, Nima Sanji is majestic and mysterious.

His face was resolute and deep, and his gaze was like a torch, with the sharpness with which he saw through everything. A pair of obsidian-like eyes shimmered with wisdom in the sunken sockets, a kind of tenacity and calmness left over from countless hardships. The bridge of his nose is high, giving people a cold and reserved beauty, as if he is as resolute as a mountain.