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Gongji didn't know if Xiao Lingjiang knew about the secret plot between Xifan and the palace, but she was obviously wary of Xifan when she acted, and she already had doubts in her mind. Today's personal announcement seems to be a bit of a deterrent.

However, no matter how suspicious she was, both parties had a tacit understanding that they would not bring the issue to the table and would only speculate and test in secret.

Just like the matter of the shrine, he didn't ask in detail, and she didn't explain it in detail. They only understood each other tacitly.

A smile appeared on Gongji's face, looking relieved: "That's really good news! That shrine has been harmful to the princess many times, and now that it has been destroyed, it is indeed very satisfying!"

Xiao Lingjiang saw him pretending to be happy and smiled lightly without revealing it.

More than a month later, the weather in Xifan gradually became warmer, and the frozen snow and ice gradually melted, revealing roads for people to pass through.

The Heqin team, which had stayed in Akagi for a long time, set off again, meandering all the way towards the capital of Western Tibet.

After passing the Gobi in the Chiling area, and going further, there are gradually more grassland lakes.

Although it is already the spring equinox, the terrain in Western Tibet is extremely cold. As far as the eye can see, the vast grasslands are all withered and yellow, and the mountains on both sides are still piled with unmelted snow.

Perhaps it was because Gongji was unable to take action without the helper of Shen Gong, but Xiao Lingjiang was relatively safe this way.

The carriage swayed gently, and herdsmen passed by the road from time to time.

Seeing the endless procession of carriages and horses, the herdsmen couldn't help but feel curious. When they heard that this was actually a marriage procession from Zhou Dynasty, they couldn't help but want to get closer and take a look at the legendary procession. Princess.

Gongji waved his hand, ordered the herdsmen to be sent away, and then ordered them to continue on their way.

The curious herdsman was stopped and couldn't help but muttered something in his heart.

The team of chariots and horses is like a long dragon, crossing the grassland, bypassing the mountains, and moving forward slowly.

Looking at the direction they were going, the herdsmen couldn't help but be startled, and there was a hint of fear in their words: "Does it seem like we are going through Ge'ang Lake if we walk like this? The lake is weird and tight. We have never taken that road in the past. , it’s better to take a detour..."

When the Xifan guards heard this, they glanced at him and scolded him coldly: "The common people are stupid and cowardly, and the prime minister is acting like this. How can I allow you to criticize me!"

Being scolded suddenly by him, the herdsman couldn't help but shut up, and he didn't dare to say anything more.

Also, with so many guards in the team, how can they be as frightened as they are by civilians who are single and weak in strength?

He turned around and left dejectedly. He only walked far away, but couldn't help but stop and look back at the team that was gradually disappearing on the back of the mountain, and sighed lightly.

After going around the foot of the mountain, the team walked further for more than ten miles. The withered grass gradually became scarce, but the sand under their feet began to increase, as if they had come from the grassland to the desolate Gobi.

In the distance, a round orange-red sun hangs slanting above the lake. The lake is deep and covered with a layer of mist. Under the reflection of the setting sun, it seems to coat the calm lake surface with a thin layer of red gauze.

"Huh-" The coachman pulled the reins, and a carriage in the team stopped.

Gongji got out of the carriage, walked along the team to Pei You, and asked: "Your Majesty, it's getting late. How about setting up camp here?"

Pei You looked up at his surroundings. One side was surrounded by mountains and the other side was near a lake. Judging from the terrain, it should have been a good place to set up camp.

But... Pei You frowned slightly, this place was too desolate. It is obviously in a grassland area, and it is close to a lake with abundant water vapor, but there is no vegetation growing around it.

He looked far into the distance. The sun was setting in the west. Except for an extremely wide lake, everything he could see looked like a desert. Even if we move forward now, we won't be able to go very far, and we won't be able to set up the tent in time when it gets dark. Although he was a little dissatisfied, he still nodded: "Then just follow what the prime minister said and set up camp here."

Pei You raised his hand to signal, and his men immediately passed on the order.

The people in the team were already familiar with the process. One group went to drink the horses and fetch water, while the other group quickly set up the tents. When the fire was raised, the sky was almost dark.

Each fire swayed with light and shadow in the night. Looking from a distance, stars seemed to be rising in the dark desolation.

The people in the team sat in a circle, taking out dry food, eating and heating it, and chatting for a while.

Xiao Lingjiang and Pei You were sitting around the fire. Fang took the food from Qiongzhi and saw Gongji walking over slowly: "Princess, Prince, do you mind if I come with you?"

Xiao Lingjiang's lips curved slightly, and she raised her hand to ask him to sit down: "Welcome."

Gongji gathered up his robe, bent down and sat down next to Pei You. When he saw Qiongzhi handing him food, he was not polite and lowered his head to use it.

After dinner, Qiongzhi was about to make another pot of tea for a few people, but was interrupted by Gongji: "The night is cold, drinking this tea will only make people more and more deserted, so why not have a cup of my Western tea?" Fan’s butter tea is warm.”

After that, he high-fived his men and told his men: "Go and get the tea set materials from my place, and I will personally cook a pot of butter tea for the princess and the prince."

Xiao Lingjiang signaled Qiongzhi to put away the tea set and said with a smile: "Then I'll wait to try the Prime Minister's craftsmanship."

The men quickly fetched everything.

Gongji added the crushed brick tea leaves into the pot, boiled them until thick and dark, then added ghee and stirred them evenly, and then added salt, pepper and other condiments.

In this way, a pot of authentic butter tea is ready.

Xiao Lingjiang took the tea bowl handed over by Gong Ji, lowered his eyes and sniffed lightly. The milky fragrance of butter and the old fragrance of Pu'er blended in his nose, blending into a unique smell. After taking a sip, you can feel the rich and fragrant aroma with a hint of salty aroma.

"The Prime Minister's skill in making tea is indeed extraordinary." Xiao Lingjiang praised with a smile.

Gongji laughed and took a big sip from his tea bowl: "It's not that big of a deal. It's just that the terrain in Xibo is high and the climate is very cold. Everyone in Xibo likes to drink this butter tea to keep out the cold and save energy."

"Don't underestimate this small bowl of butter tea. Many people come to Tibet, and it is inevitable that they will feel uncomfortable with the climate. This butter tea will also help relieve the various discomforts when they first arrive on the plateau."

"Oh? It actually has such an effect?" Xiao Lingjiang smiled slightly, "It seems that I will ask everyone in the team to drink this tea often."

The land in Xifan is high and the air is thinner than that in Yingdu. Although they had taken precautions along the way, there were still some in the team who were extremely uncomfortable with it. If this butter tea has a relieving effect, you might as well ask someone to try it.

The three of them sat around drinking tea and laughing and talking about the customs and folk customs of Tibet. It was a peaceful and lively atmosphere.

After drinking the butter tea, Gongji stood up and brushed his robe: "It's getting late, so I won't disturb you. You two should rest early."

Xiao Lingjiang nodded slightly, and he and Pei You returned to their tents.

The night was getting darker, and there was silence all around, except for the crackling sound of the bonfire burning.