readsfreenovel Chapter 424: Gloating over others’ misfortunes
Chapter 424: Gloating over others’ misfortunes
The Xisha Kingdom's Deputy Envoy, Gertu, gloated, "Could it be that all these years of submission from you grassland barbarians to the Dasheng Dynasty was all fake? The Dasheng Dynasty values black as the color of honor and white as mourning! This grassland princess, carelessly dressed in a dazzling white dress, ran to the palace to dance for His Majesty the Dasheng Dynasty. Isn't this really a provocation?"
The grassland envoy, Shu Ying, was so angry that his eyes turned red. "What nonsense are you, the small country of Xisha, talking about? We dance for His Majesty the Great Sheng with all sincerity. We have absolutely no intention of being disrespectful or cursing."
Shuying finally bent his relatively straight spine completely: "Your Majesty Dasheng, it was Shuying's negligence. We grassland people are rude and straightforward, and don't understand these twists and turns. Shuying has prepared other noble ladies. Please appreciate it, Your Majesty!"
Lan Qingwu felt uncomfortable hearing Shuying's disdain for women, and she unconsciously frowned. The contempt he showed towards women, treating them as mere objects to be tossed around at will, reminded her of the Dasheng Dynasty's inherent male-dominated nature.
When facing these people, Emperor Shenwu was full of the arrogance and indifference of a superior, not to mention the women who were presented as tributes by vassal states.
The Xisha Kingdom's deputy envoy, Gertu, sneered, "What's the point of sending some vulgar women? Do you think the Dasheng harem needs beauties like you? You don't even understand the ways of the Dasheng world. Even if you enter the Dasheng harem, I think you'll be sent to the cold palace sooner or later!"
"You!" Shu Ying was so angry that smoke was coming out of his head. He looked at the Shenwu Emperor, but saw the crown beads on the Shenwu Emperor's crown shaking. Through the bead curtain, Shu Ying could only vaguely see the cold gaze of the Dasheng Emperor. "There is no need to let them into the palace again."
And Gu Beiying was taken away immediately.
Shuying was silenced by the Emperor Shenwu, and he also understood that he couldn't force the matter of offering beauty. His face darkened slightly and he said, "Yes!"
The eagle landed on its seat. Since this beauty couldn't be offered away, the most elated people were probably the chief and deputy envoys from the Xisha Kingdom. They exchanged a smile, and thought, "Hmph, let this grassland barbarian be more arrogant!"
Soon, the hall became lively again, and singing, dancing and music started playing again.
Fengqi Palace, the next morning, Emperor Shenwu did not attend the morning court. He hugged Lan Qingwu and was lazy for once.
On the bed, Emperor Shenwu embraced Lan Qingwu from behind, one hand gently stroking Lan Qingwu's black hair.
"Ruoruo, I'm planning to go spring hunting in Qiling Mountain. Several envoys from vassal states also want to see Qiling Mountain. It's a tradition. What do you think? Ruoruo, do you want to go?"
Lan Qingwu was still drowsy at first, but she opened her eyes immediately after hearing the words. Her eyes sparkled, and the brilliance in them penetrated directly into the heart of the Shenwu Emperor. "Really? That means there are many things to prepare. I really miss that sea of flowers!"
A smile played on the corners of Emperor Shenwu's lips. He was infected by Lan Qingwu's easy contentment and cheerful mood, and he also felt happy: "Of course it's true! I still remember someone said that beautiful scenery should not be wasted. We must cherish these beautiful scenery, otherwise it may disappear one day!"
Lan Qingwu didn't understand the other meaning of the Emperor Shenwu's words, but was still slightly excited: "Yueyue will definitely be very happy. Brother Heng, you will definitely be very busy. Chuming will follow you. Xiaoqi and Yueyue, Ruoruo will take good care of them! As for the others..."
Emperor Shenwu tightened his arms, and Lan Qingwu's cheeks turned slightly red. He clearly felt the changes in Emperor Shenwu's body.
The next moment, the Emperor Shenwu lifted Lan Qingwu up and held him under him: "Ruoruo, I have been taking care of your health recently and letting you rest well. Today you must serve me well!"
Lan Qingwu felt the movements of the Divine Martial Emperor and couldn't help but complain in his heart. He hadn't neglected him before! The Divine Martial Emperor was in his prime, strong and healthy. He would toss and turn every few days, sometimes in the middle of the night. Perhaps his physical strength had recently weakened, which made the Divine Martial Emperor feel uneasy.