roccoschili Chapter 109 America deserves a beating
Chapter 109 America deserves a beating
"What kind of person is this?" Xiao Jingchuan looked helplessly at his wife, who was determined to get to the bottom of things and wouldn't give up until she got an answer.
In the end, I decided to tell her the truth: "This person is extremely aloof, and ordinary people can hardly enter his field of vision. Although he appears to be so gentle and polite to everyone, as if he has no airs at all."
But in reality, he deliberately maintains a certain distance from everyone.
It's completely impossible to guess his true thoughts and intentions. Hearing this, a flash of surprise crossed Gu Liuli's eyes, and she blurted out, "If that's the case, then it won't be easy for our Dongdong to get close to him!"
Xiao Jingchuan nodded in agreement, indicating his agreement with his wife's view: "That's right, that's exactly it. To be honest, I was really worried that Dongdong would rush over with all his enthusiasm, only to be met with a cold response in the end."
However, when it comes to matters of the heart, it's ultimately not appropriate for outsiders like us to interfere too much. So for now, all we can do is keep a close eye on things and subtly remind Dongdong when the time is right.
At this point, Gu Liuli sighed softly, her tone filled with worry: "Alas... I just hope that our Dongdong can get what he wants."
If Su Yichen is truly as you describe, then I sincerely hope Dongdong can see the truth soon and avoid getting hurt.
As the son of the Minister of Rites, Su Yichen also participated in the reception of foreign envoys. With his outstanding talent and elegant demeanor, he showcased the splendor of the Nanzhao Kingdom to the foreign envoys, winning much praise.
Yan Dongdong, upon learning of the state banquet, secretly hoped to see Su Yichen again at this grand event. She carefully selected a light pink silk dress, applied a touch of makeup, and then went to the palace with her family to attend the state banquet.
On the night of the state banquet, the imperial palace was ablaze with lights, filled with music and dance. Foreign envoys, dressed in diverse styles, were particularly eye-catching. The envoys from the Western Regions wore tall hats inlaid with jewels, their robes embroidered with intricate patterns; their eyes were deep and mysterious, and every movement exuded a unique exotic charm. While enjoying the song and dance performances, they frequently showed expressions of admiration and nodded gently to the rhythm of the music.
The arrival of these foreign envoys not only added a unique touch to the banquet but also allowed the people of Nanzhao to gain a better understanding of the outside world. The entire state banquet continued in a lively and harmonious atmosphere.
Yan Dongdong's eyes searched anxiously through the crowd, and finally, she spotted that familiar figure. Su Yichen was chatting happily with several foreign envoys, a confident smile on his face, his every move exuding elegance and charm.
Yan Dongdong's heart suddenly raced. She took a deep breath and mustered her courage to walk towards Su Yichen. However, just as she was about to reach Su Yichen, a brightly dressed woman suddenly appeared and affectionately took Su Yichen's arm. Yan Dongdong's steps faltered instantly, a pang of bitterness rising in her heart.
As the banquet reached its climax, a foreign envoy from a wealthy city-state stood up. He wore a magnificent brocade robe embroidered with golden patterns symbolizing wealth and power, and with a respectful yet warm smile on his face, he held an exquisite sandalwood box in both hands and slowly approached the emperor.
He bowed slightly and said sincerely, "Your Majesty, our Emperor says that as the supreme ruler, you should receive the most precious gift." With that, he gently opened the box, inside which was an enormous luminous pearl, emitting a soft yet dazzling light under the lamplight, eliciting gasps of amazement from everyone present.
Not to be outdone, another envoy from the Nanzhao Kingdom ordered his attendants to carry over a huge box. Inside was a set of exquisite armor, inlaid with various rare gems, with superb craftsmanship. Each armor plate gleamed with a cold light. Accompanying the box was a unique ancient military treatise from their country, which they claimed was a national treasure and hoped to share their military wisdom with the Nanzhao Kingdom.
These gifts, imbued with utmost sincerity, further enlivened the atmosphere of the banquet. The emperor's face was full of satisfaction, and he nodded repeatedly in appreciation.
At this moment, Jia Xiaoyan, who was originally walking towards Gu Liuli, was attracted by the lively gift-giving ceremony and stopped temporarily, her eyes drawn to the rare treasures.
Then an envoy brought in a huge object. The moment the red cloth was lifted, everyone was horrified. Inside were two enormous yellow and white tigers! The two tigers were bound with ropes, but they were still majestic. Their roars echoed in the hall, making everyone's eardrums hurt.
"Your Majesty, the tiger is the king of the mountains, so I offer my sincerest blessings." The speaker was the envoy from the Kingdom of America. While offering blessings, his eyes betrayed his calculation. The emperor's guards immediately tensed, shielding him tightly behind them, and the atmosphere in the hall instantly became tense.
Jia Xiaoyan frowned, a sense of unease rising in her heart. She subconsciously glanced at Gu Liuli, only to see Gu Liuli also looking wary, gently stroking her abdomen as she slowly retreated to the side, her eyes revealing worry. Yan Dongdong was terrified by this sudden turn of events, her face turning pale. She tightly gripped the arms of her family members beside her, her body trembling slightly.
Su Yichen remained calm and composed. He stepped forward and said loudly, "The envoy's move is truly ingenious, but the temperament of this beast is unpredictable. There may be accidents in this hall." The envoy sneered, "Young Master Su, please do not worry. This tiger has long been tamed and is very docile."
The emperor pondered for a moment, then said, "I appreciate the envoy's good intentions, but it is indeed inappropriate to keep wild beasts in this great hall. I wonder what the envoy's so-called blessing means?"
A hint of displeasure flashed in the envoy's eyes, but he still respectfully said, "Our emperor has heard of the prosperity of the Nanzhao Kingdom and has specially presented this mountain king to symbolize that the Nanzhao Kingdom will be like a tiger with wings, enjoying eternal peace." However, his explanation did not dispel the doubts in everyone's hearts.
Just as everyone was at a stalemate, a system notification suddenly sounded in Gu Liuli's mind: "Emergency mission triggered! In the next hour, use your knowledge and special skills to cleverly guide the American envoy to reveal his true purpose. You must not use force or coercion. If you succeed, you will receive a mysterious item that can foresee a future crisis. If you fail, your luck will drop drastically in the coming week, and your unborn child will face instability." Gu Liuli's hand unconsciously went to her abdomen, a resolute glint in her eyes. She knew that this mission was not only about the safety of the state banquet, but also about her own and her child's future.
At the same time, Jia Xiaoyan's system issued a mission instruction: "Quickly infiltrate the entourage of the American envoys and, without being detected, find the hidden secret letters or other key evidence they are carrying to expose their conspiracy. You have half an hour to complete the mission. Completing the mission will reward you with a magical elixir that enhances your charm and eloquence. Failure will result in frequent embarrassment and damage to your reputation in subsequent social situations." Jia Xiaoyan took a deep breath. She understood that this mission was full of danger and challenges, but for Gu Liuli, for the Nanzhao Kingdom, and for herself, she decided to take the plunge.