latelenovela Chapter 17 Palace Banquet (4) (The delegations from 3 countries arrive)
Chapter 17 Palace Banquet (4) (The delegations from 3 countries arrive)
"Report."
A palace attendant strode into the main hall.
The Emperor of Eastern Qin frowned slightly upon seeing the newcomer.
Today is his birthday, and this eunuch's arrival at this time has spoiled the mood, which has greatly displeased him.
"explain."
The Emperor of Eastern Qin said coldly.
"Your Majesty, delegations from the Northern Barbarians, Western Zhou, and Southern Qi have arrived in the capital, saying they have come to offer their congratulations on Your Majesty's birthday."
The eunuch hurriedly reported.
"An envoy delegation from the Northern Barbarians, Western Zhou, and Southern Qi has entered the capital?"
"Ministry of Rites, when did these three kingdoms send their letters of state? When did they enter my Eastern Qin? Why was I unaware of this?"
The Emperor of Eastern Qin was completely unaware that the three kingdoms were sending delegations to congratulate him on his birthday.
Moreover, the four countries have always been in a state of hostility. Although there are not many major wars, there have been constant minor battles.
Especially with the Northern Barbarians, the war was fought every year without interruption.
"Your Majesty, I have not received any official letters from the three kingdoms?"
The Minister of Rites stepped down from his seat and reported to the Emperor of Eastern Qin.
He was now somewhat puzzled as to why these three kingdoms had suddenly appeared in the capital.
He hadn't received any news from them before.
"How could they appear in the capital without presenting a letter of credence? What are the border guards doing? How were they allowed into my Eastern Qin?"
The Emperor of Eastern Qin was truly angry this time.
The delegations from the three kingdoms needed the consent of the Emperor of Eastern Qin to enter Eastern Qin.
Even though the Emperor of Eastern Qin has not agreed, they were still able to enter Eastern Qin. Does this mean that the Eastern Qin border army is incompetent?
"I was unaware, but now that the delegations from the three kingdoms have arrived, claiming to be here to congratulate Your Majesty on your birthday, should we meet with them first?"
The Minister of Rites also wanted to know how the envoys from the Three Kingdoms entered Eastern Qin.
But now is not the time to pursue this matter.
Otherwise, keeping the delegations from the three countries waiting for too long would give them ammunition to criticize.
We can only meet with the delegations from the three countries first and then discuss what to do next.
"pass."
The Emperor of Eastern Qin also understood that he could not keep the delegation from the three kingdoms waiting for long.
The eunuch, upon receiving the order, immediately left to summon the delegations from the three kingdoms to the palace for an audience.
Before long, the envoys from the three kingdoms were brought to the capital.
“The foreign envoys of Western Zhou, Southern Qi, and Northern Barbarians pay their respects to His Majesty of Eastern Qin.”
The envoys paid their respects.
"No gift."
The Emperor of Eastern Qin slightly raised his hand.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
"Your Majesty of Eastern Qin, Your Majesty of Western Zhou has heard that you are holding a birthday banquet and has specially sent an official to present congratulatory gifts, wishing Your Majesty of Eastern Qin boundless happiness and longevity."
The envoy from the Western Zhou Dynasty spoke first.
They also submitted a list of birthday gifts from the Western Zhou Dynasty.
Next, envoys from the Southern Qi and Northern Barbarian regions also presented birthday gift lists.
The chief eunuch Dongfu took the gift list, checked it, and handed it to the Emperor of Dongqin.
"I have received your kind intentions, esteemed envoys, who have come from afar to wish me a happy birthday. Please take a seat."
The Emperor of Eastern Qin simply placed the gift list aside and smiled.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
After expressing their gratitude, the three leaders took their seats under the guidance of the palace servants.
Today is the Eastern Qin Emperor's birthday. Although they came with a purpose, they will not cause trouble at this time.
Otherwise, it would truly enrage the Emperor of Eastern Qin.
The Eastern Qin state is now powerful and is the strongest of the four states.
This is not the time to turn against Dong Qin.
The Northern Barbarians, in particular, had just been severely damaged by Qin Wu not long ago, and their purpose in coming here was to negotiate peace.
"Alright, let's continue the banquet."
The Emperor of Eastern Qin issued an order.
The palace banquet continues.
"Your Highness, why have these three kingdoms suddenly arrived?"
Jiang Pingle asked Qin Wu with some curiosity.
"I don't know about the Western Zhou and Southern Qi, but the Northern Barbarians are probably here to sue for peace this time."
Qin Wu smiled and explained in a low voice.
He was genuinely unaware that the delegations from the Western Zhou and Southern Qi dynasties had come.
However, he knew that the Northern Barbarians were coming. This time, the Northern Barbarians were severely injured by him and were unable to fight against them in the Eastern Qin in the short term. They could only seek peace in order to recuperate.
He also robbed several Northern Barbarian delegations.
I originally thought the Northern Barbarian delegation wouldn't be able to reach them, but I didn't expect there would still be some who slipped through the net.
It seems that some people in the cities surrounding his Jubei City are colluding with the Northern Barbarians.
He will investigate this matter thoroughly and find out who dared to let the northern barbarians into Eastern Qin.
"Qi Ye, have someone investigate where the Northern Barbarian delegation entered Eastern Qin from."
Qin Wu beckoned Qi Ye over and whispered instructions to him.
"Yes."
Qi Ye quietly left the main hall when no one was paying attention.
The empress above also whispered a few words to the palace maid beside her.
The palace maid quietly withdrew and came to King Zhou's side.
"Your Highness, the Empress has ordered that all operations to be halted tonight."
The palace maid whispered in King Zhou's ear.
"Yes, I understand."
King Zhou nodded slightly.
He then summoned his trusted confidants.
King Zhou halted all his plans for the night.
Some people made the same choice as King Zhou, while others did not believe in superstition.
They still want to continue with their plan.
After all, tonight is a rare opportunity, and if they succeed, they will receive further assistance.
It can be said that they truly sought wealth and fortune through risk.
Amidst the undercurrents, the banquet finally reached its climax, with ladies from various prominent families coming out to perform.
They want to earn a good reputation and a good marriage for themselves.
After all, many of the third-generation princes have now come of age and reached marriageable age.
Of course, it wasn't just the third generation of the imperial family; many other sons of noble families were also at the age to choose wives.
These people are all potential marriage partners.