Feng Qing Shaoyi

Chapter 176 Banquet
Since the last time he went to Prince Qin's Mansion, Que Yu rarely looked for Qi Ze.Qi Ze was also happy to be at leisure, and after sorting out the official documents, he went to court to report on his work the next day.

Fortunately, Qi Ze had sorted things out in place, and there was no difficulty in reporting his duties, it was just a little hard work.Emperor Zhaozheng didn't say anything difficult either, as if he didn't know that Qi Ze hadn't come to court for a while.

After the court meeting ended, Qi Ze breathed a sigh of relief.Originally thought that she hadn't gone to court for a while, Emperor Zhaozheng must have some resentment in his heart.After all, if the courtiers did not go to court, no one would dare to ignore the majesty of the royal family except Que Yu, the former young prince Que.

Although it was proposed by King Qin of Beishuo, Emperor Zhaozheng could still punish his own courtiers in private.Unexpectedly, Emperor Zhaozheng did not mention Qi Ze's absence from court as usual.Thinking that perhaps Emperor Zhaozheng had no time to take care of her because of the busy government recently, Qi Ze was relieved and didn't think much about it.

After all, envoys from the other three countries came to Southern Chu, and Emperor Zhaozheng must have a lot of affairs.Murong Sheng and the others did not make a move, and Qi Ze lived a leisurely life because of this, but only he knew the worries in his heart.

Underneath the seemingly calm surface is hidden undercurrents. People from Western Wei and Dong Teng have already arrived, and the private rivalry between Murong Sheng and Murong Xiu has become more serious.This illusion of tranquility may break down at any time, this is something that the Southern Chu courtiers knew in their hearts, so everyone was in danger.Except for going to court, they all stay in their own mansion. There are no one else on the street except for hawkers selling goods and some ordinary people who come out to buy clothes and rice to maintain their families.

It seems that people have also sensed this strange atmosphere. There are few people wandering around on the street, adding a sense of depression, and there is no hustle and bustle when the envoys from the Western Wei Dynasty and Dongteng came.

When the Western Wei and Dong Teng teams first arrived in Southern Chu, the common people were very curious, and they all lay on the window sills of teahouses and restaurants to watch. After all, they had never met people from the other three countries, so it was good to meet them this time.Murong Sheng also took He Lianhao and Xia Houyan to Shenyue Lake to enjoy the scenery. He did a great job of saving face, as if he was really expressing welcome for the arrival of foreign envoys.

Qi Ze also knew in his heart that the time was coming, Murong Sheng would not let him go, he couldn't do it, but it didn't mean that He Lianhao and Xia Houyan couldn't do it.What she has to worry about is coming soon, but she will definitely not die in this battle for the throne.

As expected, Murong Sheng and the others finally made a move.But this time it was said through the mouth of Emperor Zhaozheng, because King Qin of Beishuo did not participate in the last tribute banquet, it was Southern Chu's lack of etiquette, and it was also Southern Chu's regret.

So this time another tribute banquet will be held to warmly welcome the arrival of King Qin of Beishuo, and this time court officials of the fifth rank and above must participate.

When Qi Ze heard the news, he knew that Murong Sheng was going to make a move.Although it was said by Emperor Zhaozheng, there should be Murong Sheng's efforts in it.But the excuse was quite good, the purpose of this tribute banquet was definitely not pure, and he didn't know what Murong Sheng wanted to do, so he could only take one step at a time.

But Que Yu has never liked this kind of occasion, and never bothered to participate in it. I don't know if he will participate this time.Although it was held for him in name, Emperor Zhaozheng will definitely give him face, but Que Yu is not an ordinary person. If this arrogant master doesn't want to come, no one will let him come.

But this doesn't seem to be something she should worry about. Instead of thinking about these things, it's better to think about the way forward.

Time passed quickly, and it was the day of the tribute banquet in a blink of an eye.Because he didn't know Murong Sheng's purpose, Qi Ze stepped up to the seats.

All the Southern Chu courtiers also had concerns about this tribute banquet. Although they didn't know the specific situation, the gathering of the four countries would not be easy. In addition to the complicated political situation in Southern Chu, tit-for-tat confrontation was inevitable.All they can do is remain unknown, and don't become the target of public criticism and bring disaster to themselves.

Therefore, the courtiers of Southern Chu lowered their heads and tasted the eight precious jade food with five flavors, but they couldn't taste the taste in their mouths, and the taste was like chewing wax.

The seats on both sides were arranged neatly, the officials were gathered, and the sound of silk and bamboo was endlessly heard. Although it was singing and dancing, people didn't care to appreciate it.There was even a hint of reluctance and perfunctory in the exchange of toasts during the banquet, and people were secretly paying attention to the distinguished men at the front.

Those distinguished men all had impeccable smiles on their faces, chatting and laughing happily with each other with wine glasses in their hands, as if they were really happily participating in a banquet, but anyone could see the hypocrisy in it.

Similarly, the honorable young man in purple didn't show up. People saw it and didn't think it was strange.That King Qin of Beishuo was confusing, he just showed his face at the first banquet, and left with Qi Shilang.What's more, they were wearing masks, they really didn't even see their faces.It can be seen from this that the King of Qin is also arrogant and unruly, they cannot afford to offend him, and it is normal that he did not come to the banquet.

Although this time it was held in the name of welcoming King Qin of Beishuo, Emperor Zhaozheng also asked for his opinion, but the other party did not give a clear answer.

But it has already been brought up. As a great country, Southern Chu naturally cannot behave stingily, so no matter whether the other party agrees or not, it must be held to show the sincerity of the great country of Southern Chu.What's more, there are Western Wei and Dong Teng, and it is the most appropriate time to enhance the friendship between countries.No matter what, Nan Chu's face cannot be lost.

In the seat in front of him, a sturdy man with a slightly rough appearance looked at the cold man who was slowly approaching, his eyes were full of wretchedness, as if a hungry wolf was looking at its prey, and its eyes were shining with a disgusting green light .

"Qi Shilang, we haven't seen each other for a while, why don't I take this opportunity to catch up with Qi Shilang." He Lianhao raised his glass, looked at the person who was about to walk to his seat not far away and said road.

Qi Ze stopped in his tracks, turned his head and looked at the man with evil intentions indifferently.It seems that He Lianhao hasn't forgotten her yet, this person is really stubborn and disgusting as always.Murong Sheng asked him to get rid of her, who knew that he was so disregarding his own reputation, and Murong Sheng also acquiesced in this approach.

Think about it too, as long as she can get rid of her, and in the situation that Emperor Zhaozheng can't intervene, what method is not the same?Murong Sheng is a person who will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.

People around had different expressions when they heard the words, Xia Houyan and his sister just looked up, with a look of watching the show on their faces.Murong Sheng glanced at Helian Hao, although there was understanding in his eyes, but the disgust in it was even worse.Murong Xiu frowned and glanced at He Lianhao, then at the calm-faced person not far away, turned his head and did not speak.

Qi Chen looked at Qi Ze with complacency, the Crown Prince of the Western Wei Dynasty hadn't forgotten about Qi Ze, he knew this, sometimes being too outstanding would make people miss him.No matter what, he was very happy to see Qi Ze make a fool of himself in public.

Xu Siheng and the others also looked at He Lianhao in surprise, why are they still thinking about it, they thought they had forgotten it, but who would have thought that the Prince of the Western Wei Dynasty was so persistent.But now they are powerless to help in such an occasion, and they can't cause trouble to the family behind them because of their few words.So he could only look at Qi Ze worriedly, and lowered his head weakly.

The fathers beside him finally felt relieved when they saw their son's quiet appearance. It wasn't that they didn't help, but that it was useless even if they came forward to help under such circumstances. How could a family fight against the royal family?Not to mention being unable to help, it will also bring troubles to oneself, and it is difficult to protect oneself, so how can there be extra energy to control others.

It is obvious that the prince of the Western Wei Dynasty will not give up easily. Although they can't see Qi Ze suffering, after all, he is the son of General Hussars, and they want to protect them, but they also know how much they have. bow your head.

Qi Ze also knows the current situation, understands the sufferings of Xu Siheng and the others, how can he manage others if he can't protect himself?Now that it has reached the intense stage of the battle for the heir apparent, it is better to speak less and make less mistakes.Everyone is in danger, in order to save their lives, no one is wrong.

"I hope the Crown Prince of the Western Wei Dynasty will forgive me, but I am unwell and cannot drink." Qi Ze said calmly while looking at the wine glass Helian Hao raised.

"Oh, I know that Minister Qi is not good at drinking, and I have always been considerate. Since Minister Qi said that we can't drink, then we won't drink." He Lianhao smiled heartily and put down the wine glass. "But it's okay to reminisce about the past for a while. Qi Shilang didn't go to court a few days ago, and I miss him very much when I didn't see Qi Shilang. We haven't seen each other for a long time, how can we miss this good opportunity?" It was a person who looked at someone not far away presumptuously.

Looking at this sticky look, Qi Ze felt nauseated for a while, and couldn't help but lower his eyes, "I am a courtier of Southern Chu, and the crown prince has a noble status. I know that my status is low and I can't climb high, and I don't have the qualifications to be called brothers and sisters with the prince, so this Let’s forget about the past.” After speaking, he turned around and continued to walk to the seats.

"Who said that Assistant Minister Qi is not qualified to be a brother and brother with this palace? Assistant Minister Qi is a young Tanhualang, talented, intelligent, capable and capable. If Assistant Minister Qi is willing, I can accept Assistant Minister Qi as a righteous brother right now."

He Lianhao saw that the cold person was about to walk towards the seats, so he hurriedly stopped him, saw the person turn around and looked over, and continued: "I will also ask the Holy One for you, and when I return to the Western Wei Dynasty, I will also ask you." I will take Qi Shilang and leave together. As long as Qi Shilang is willing to follow me, and the women in the prince's mansion will be sent away for you." At the end, the possessive desire in the eyes overflowed, "So, Qi Shilang is willing to come over and catch up with me?" At the same time, he patted the seat beside him.

Everyone looked at He Lianhao in shock after hearing the words. Was this going to offend Emperor Zhaozheng and accept the strange eyes of the royal family of the Western Wei Dynasty for the sake of a man?He is still willing to dismiss his wives and concubines in the mansion, does he know what Helian Hao is talking about?Qi Ze was a courtier of Southern Chu, how could Emperor Zhaozheng be willing to let him go?A Southern Chu courtier went to the Western Wei Dynasty to serve as a confinement. This is simply a big joke, not only the one who lost Qi Ze, but also a slap in the face of Southern Chu.

Although the Western Wei Dynasty has always been very open about this aspect, but as the prince of the Western Wei Dynasty, he blatantly brought a man back to the mansion. I am afraid that the Emperor of the Western Wei Dynasty will also be pissed off by this absurd behavior.It turns out that it's not just women who are troublesome, men are also troublesome.

Murong Cheng could no longer hide the shock in his eyes when he heard the words, and turned his head to stare at Helian Hao.Is this helping him get rid of Qi Ze?It was clearly for his own selfish desire, but he still wanted to bring him back to the Western Wei Dynasty.

Leaving aside the fact that the people were not removed, would he be relieved that such actions would throw Nan Chu's face on the ground, how could their Southern Chu courtiers go to the Western Wei Dynasty to be a small confinement?
Murong Xiu also looked at He Lianhao in surprise, the prince of the Western Wei Dynasty was really generous and would ask Emperor Zhaozheng for Qi Ze.He knew that He Lianhao would kill Qi Ze, but who knew that he possessed more and was willing to bring Qi Ze back to the Western Wei Dynasty.

Looking at Qi Ze with a slightly gloomy face, Murong Xiu felt that it was a rare moment. Although Qi Ze had a preference in this regard, he had never seen Qi Ze have too much contact with men, and even had his own concubine , basically fulfilling his duties in the Ministry of War.

He's not stupid, he naturally knows that he was probably played by that wanton and arrogant person, how could Qi Ze's appearance that seldom interacts with others be a broken sleeve?But what the prince of the Western Wei Dynasty did was really absurd, he would never think of insulting Nan Chu with this.

Xia Houyan stared blankly at He Lianhao next to him. This prince of the Western Wei Dynasty really gave him new insights time and time again. He knew that the Western Wei Dynasty was very open in this regard.But he didn't expect to be so open-minded, openly proposed to bring a man back to the house, and even slapped Nan Chu in the face, he couldn't miss this scene.

Princess Xiangcheng also looked at Helian Hao incredulously, is this going to bring Qi Ze back to the Western Wei Dynasty?a man?He also plans to dismiss the wives and concubines in the mansion because of this, women are not as good as a man, are they?Qi Ze is simply a disaster, he has become so fascinated by He Lianhao, and because of this he has ignored the scolding from the world.

At the same time, he felt even more frustrated. He Lianhao had never said such words to her, but unexpectedly, he said them to a man. Is she not as good as a man?

Xu Siheng and the others looked at the seat next to He Lianhao. It was obvious that He Lianhao wanted to force Qi Ze to go there. He Lianhao was not a patient person. If Qi Ze didn't go, he might still Say something like last time to persecute.

Whether Qi Ze is a broken sleeve or not, they know best, even have concubines and children, how could it be a broken sleeve?This is simply an insult to Qi Ze.

The cold person in the seat had a dark complexion and clasped her hands. Although she is a woman, it doesn't mean she likes to be restrained by others.Does she look like someone who would be willing to be a slave to others?He Lianhao was really wishful thinking, he even ignored Murong Sheng's intention to kill her, and openly said that he would bring her back to Western Wei Dynasty.

Of course she knew what kind of ruthless character Murong Sheng was, and he would definitely not let Helian Hao bring her back to Western Wei.No matter what it is, it's better to cut the weeds and get rid of the roots. She can't leave a trace of hidden danger for herself, so she doesn't have to worry about it.But He Lianhao's actions are really disgusting. Not only did he slap Nan Chu in the face, but he even slapped her in the face. Emperor Zhaozheng would not allow such a thing to happen.

Although it was the first time that Emperor Zhaozheng agreed to use her in exchange for opening up trade routes, no matter what, people still stayed in Southern Chu, and people in the world would not say anything.But this time it was taken away publicly, how will the people of the world criticize Southern Chu?It is conceivable that there will be some unsightly remarks.

"Prince of the Western Wei Dynasty, this minister is a man, and he is not a broken sleeve." Qi Ze raised his cold eyes, and his tone was cold, without the respect he had before.

"I know, but I don't mind." He Lianhao spread his hands and laughed, "For a beauty like Qi Shilang, I am naturally happy. Qi Shilang keeps it, as long as Qi Shilang is obedient, when he returns to the Western Wei Dynasty, what I just said will be counted. I have already done this, Qi Shilang is not willing?"

Of course she was unwilling, let alone whether she would really be taken away by He Lianhao, if she really followed him to the Western Wei Dynasty, wouldn't her identity be exposed?She really couldn't get in touch with someone like He Lianhao.

"Qi Shilang is unwilling? I am not a patient person. If Qi Shilang is unwilling, I don't mind using some other methods. I believe that Qi Shilang will be willing." He Lianhao looked at him all the time. With his head lowered and his eyes downcast, Qi Ze put away the smile on his face, and with a threatening tone, he stood up and approached and said.

He didn't want to, no one had ever dared not, he had already talked about this, and he was willing to dismiss the women in the mansion for the sake of a man.This person doesn't even appreciate it. Since he doesn't want to, he doesn't mind persecution, as long as he gets it.

As the healthy and handsome man gradually approached, Qi Ze couldn't help frowning, "I am a courtier of Southern Chu, so I should stay in Southern Chu to serve the country. And this is in Southern Chu, please pay attention to your words and deeds." At the same time, he stepped back a few Step away from those approaching in front of you.

But He Lianhao didn't care at all, "It's true that Minister Qi is a courtier of Southern Chu, but isn't he from the Western Wei Dynasty if he is brought back to the mansion by this palace? As long as Minister Qi is willing to follow, the Japanese Palace will go to ask the Holy Master for you tomorrow, and will take good care of you." Waiting for Minister Qi." His tone was ambiguous at the end, and he took a big step forward.

Qi Ze couldn't help but his eyes darkened, and he also took a big step back.This He Lianhao really did whatever he wanted, and he didn't know how he got to be the crown prince of the Western Wei Dynasty. Murong Sheng probably regretted finding such a person.In front of a large crowd, he dared to make a move.

"Why is Shi Lang Qi retreating? Since Shi Lang is unwilling, I will come down to invite you in person." He Lianhao said, then took another step forward, looking at the delicate face in front of him, "I will come down in person. Please, then Minister Qi will go over obediently, and if he hurts Minister Qi, I will feel sorry for you." At the same time, he stretched out his hand to grab the other's shoulder.

Qi Ze looked at the hand that was getting closer, and wanted to turn around to avoid it.But this action also angered He Lianhao, did he even dare to hide?
I saw the healthy and handsome man took a big step forward, approaching the person in front of him, and stretched out his hand to grab the skirt of the person in front of him.

Murong Sheng, who was sitting on the seat, watched all of this, hiding the gloom in his eyes, this Helian Hao actually wanted to take Qi Ze back to Western Wei regardless of his wishes.What an idiot, Qi Ze has always been cunning, how could he just take him back and be a confinement man and he'll be able to finish the job.But it doesn't matter if you have the vigor to kill Qi Ze, anyway, he is still in Southern Chu, so he is not in a hurry to stop him.

Murong Xiu just turned his head away and said nothing, Qi Ze never bowed his head to him, the current situation can only be said to be his own fault, and he can't blame others.

Everyone was frightened by this direct and bold move, as if they didn't expect that Zai Nan Chuhe and Lian Hao would dare to be so presumptuous.But He Lianhao is the crown prince of the Western Wei Dynasty, and they dare not make a sound to stop him, not even the crown prince and the king of Jin, what are they doing to meddle in this matter.

Qi Ze was also taken aback by this sudden action, is Helian Hao so bold?But now no one can control this situation, and can only retreat again.

The man in the indigo brocade suit couldn't help but gritted his teeth nervously, and stepped back. Because of avoiding, his heels touched the table legs, and he couldn't stand still for a while, and fell directly backwards.

Looking at the hand that was about to approach his face, his right hand unconsciously wanted to hold the edge of the table next to him, but fell into a warm embrace ahead of time.The tip of her nose was filled with the familiar scent of sandalwood, and the other party gently supported her shoulders, and at the same time, that magnetic voice sounded.

(End of this chapter)