On the fifth day of the seventh lunar month in the first year of Longtai in the Great Chu Dynasty, early in the morning, ministers gathered outside the palace gate. When the palace gate opened, hundreds of civil and military officials entered the palace and entered the splendid Jinluan Palace. When the young emperor Longtai ascended the dragon throne, The ministers shouted long live the mountain, and after leveling up, they lined up on both sides.
Except for Jin Dao Tantai Hou, all the important ministers in the court came to the palace. After Qi Ning entered the palace, he finally saw the Divine Hou Ximen Wuhen in the queue.
Ximen Wuhen is wearing a black official robe and an official hat. He is the highest official in the Shenhou Mansion, and the Shenhou Mansion is a special yamen, so the style of his official robe is quite different from other ministers. The top and bottom are as black as ink, making them very conspicuous among the ministers.
When Qi Ning saw Ximen Wuhen arriving, he felt slightly relieved, thinking to himself that Ximen Zhanying must have put in some effort last night.
It's just that Ximen Wuhen's face really doesn't look good.
Although the old man is very old, he has always been very energetic due to his martial arts practice. However, at this moment, the old man's face is slightly pale, which makes people feel that he did not sleep well last night, but God is after all. Shenhou, even though he looked bad and didn't say a word, there was an awe-inspiring power about him that made people dare not violate him.
The King of Huainan clasped his hands together with an indifferent expression, while Ma Lan of the Zhenguo Company stood at the forefront with a slight bow. Although he personally handles many major events in the court and has a high position, in this Jinluan Palace, , but this old prince still gives people a respectful impression, and does not have the domineering momentum of a powerful minister.
On the other hand, Sima Changshen, who inherited the title of Zhongyi Marquis, seems to be doing well these days, with his face flushed and eyebrows raised.
"My dear friends, my wedding is coming soon. Today's morning meeting is mainly to discuss wedding matters." Longtai sat on the golden dragon throne and scanned the ministers: "Old Minister Yuan, have all the wedding matters been prepared?"
Yuan Lao Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites came out of the row of ministers and said respectfully: "Reporting to the Holy Majesty, all matters have been prepared in general. Only the last thing can be prepared in the next two or three days. All ministries and offices have also been discussed and finalized. , the auspicious day for the wedding is July 18th."
Longtai nodded and said, "Very good."
"Your Majesty, on the 15th day of the seventh lunar month, the Holy Spirit went to the imperial mausoleum to offer sacrifices. It was originally arranged for both Buddhist and Taoist schools to pray together." Yuan Laoshang wrote: "The Ministry of Rites convened two hundred Taoist priests from Longhu Mountain, and also invited Lingxu from Longhu Mountain. The Taoist master will preside over the Taoist teachings, and the Daguangming Temple will also send two hundred monks to the imperial mausoleum, but...!"
"Just what?"
"It's just that many of the thirteen eminent monks of Guangming Temple in Daguangming Temple are unable to come." Yuan Laoshang wrote: "Daguangming Temple presides over Master Kongzang to practice in retreat. He has not yet left the retreat. Daguangming Temple informed that only Jingwu and The two masters of Jingyuan can come to protect the law."
Qining's eyes twitched slightly when he heard Yuan Laoshangshu mentioning Daguangming Temple.
In the previous episode, Muye King caused a riot in Daguangming Temple, injuring several eminent monks. Although Master Kongzang finally took action to force Muye King back, Master Kongzang was also injured.
King Muye broke out of the prison, attacked and killed Master Jingchen, and injured Master Kongzang and several eminent monks. This was a life-or-death feud with Daguangming Temple. Qining did not know what the situation of Daguangming Temple would be after that, but After listening to Yuan Laoshangshu's claim that Master Kongzang was still in retreat, I knew that Master Kongzang was probably in retreat to heal his injuries.
King Mu Ye was unparalleled in his martial arts and made a big fuss at Daguangming Temple alone, which could be said to steal the limelight. However, if he had a grudge against Daguangming Temple and escaped from Daguangming Temple, Daguangming Temple would not let it go. Qining guessed that Daguangming Temple would not let him go. Guangming Temple will definitely send people down the mountain to find the whereabouts of Muye King.
The last time Qining saw Mu Ye Wang was in the East Qi Ghost Forest. He wanted to find Beigong Liancheng, but that day he happened to meet Beigong Liancheng. However, under Beigong Liancheng's hands, Mu Ye Wang could not find him at all. Can't survive three moves.
Qi Ning knew that Beigong Liancheng was a great master in martial arts who had entered the realm of transformation. With King Muye's skills, there was no way he could be Beigong Liancheng's opponent.
However, King Muye is so majestic in Daguangming Temple. Even Master Kongzang failed to retain King Muye. This also shows the terrifying strength of King Muye. Although the great masters are indeed monsters in martial arts, King Muye With his martial arts skills, Qi Ning found it hard to believe that he would be defeated so easily.
Afterwards, he thought about it carefully, and vaguely felt that Muye King's easy defeat was probably related to Muye King's injury.
King Muye was imprisoned in Daguangming Temple for more than ten years. Although his martial arts attainments have improved to a higher level, it is undeniable that his body and spirit have also been severely damaged. After breaking out of prison, he fought fiercely in Daguangming Temple. Both sides suffered losses. In this situation, Muye Wang, whose martial arts was far inferior to that of Beigong Liancheng, was easily defeated.
And Daguangming Temple will definitely know that King Muye is in a bad situation right now. If he wants to capture King Muye back to Daguangming Temple, it will naturally be necessary to wait until King Muye gradually recovers before he fully recovers. Catching this person is extremely difficult.
Even if King Muye is injured, Daguangming Temple will definitely not dare to take it lightly. I am afraid that the monks of Daguangming Temple will not be able to attend the emperor's wedding this time, and they will be sent out to search for King Muye. All the eminent monks of Daguangming Temple, except Kong Zang, can preside over it. In the battle with Muye King, no one else can fight Muye King alone, so since they are going down the mountain, they naturally come out in groups.
Da Guangming is the leader of Buddhism in the world, and there are temples all over the Chu Kingdom. These have naturally become the eyes and ears of Da Guangming Temple. Once clues about Muye King are found, the monks of Da Guangming Temple will definitely pursue them.
However, of course very few people know about this hidden secret. Qining also speculated based on common sense that few officials in the Manchu Dynasty had access to Daguangming Temple. Naturally they didn't know why. Some people couldn't help but said: "Old Minister, the Holy Master is getting married." , is the top priority of our Da Chu, Da Guangming is the royal temple of our Da Chu, offering sacrifices to Huangling, how can the Master Kong Zang of Da Guangming Temple not show up?"
Mr. Yuan Laoshang coughed twice and said: "Master Kongzang retreated to practice. The Ministry of Rites sent people to the mountain three times to ask Kongzang to preside over the retreat, but the answers he received were always the same. The temple responded that after Kongzang presided over the retreat, Afterwards, I will apologize to the Holy Spirit."
Longtai waved his hand and said: "Since Master Kongzang can't go down the mountain, there are naturally difficulties, so don't force yourself too much."
"Your Majesty!" the ministers shouted in unison.
"All my dear friends also know that the Crown Prince of Dong Qi came personally with the delegation to see him off. He is very sincere." Longtai looked at King Huainan and said with a smile: "Uncle King Huainan, has the Crown Prince of Dong Qi arrived?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, Prince Dong Qi is waiting outside the palace, waiting for His Majesty's summons."
"In that case, let's announce that Prince Dong Qi will enter the palace." Longtai said, "Don't keep guests from far away waiting."
The deacon and eunuch summoned the Crown Prince of Dong Qi to enter the palace. Soon, they saw Crown Prince Duan Shao of Dong Qi in embroidered robes leading several people into the palace.
Duan Shao has been in Beijing for many days, but not many civil and military officials have seen Duan Shao.
Since the founding of the Chu State, it has always been in confrontation with the Northern Han Dynasty and the South. Naturally, they have never sent envoys to each other. Although the Eastern Qi has some contacts with the Chu State, there has never been an envoy with Duan Shao's status. As soon as Shao entered the palace, all the civil and military officials turned their attention to Duan Shao.
Duan Shao was outstanding in style, elegant and noble. When he entered the main hall, he bowed and saluted Longtai and said: "Prince Duan Shao of Qi, please see the Lord of Chu!" However, he did not kneel down to worship.
Many ministers frowned, thinking that in the small country of Eastern Qi, not to mention the prince, even if the king of Eastern Qi came, he should kneel down and worship.
Longtai didn't seem to care, and said loudly: "Duan Shao, this time you came to see your relatives, and it went smoothly. I am very happy. This time, Dachu and Qi have entered into a marriage relationship. From now on, you and I will be together for generations." Make good friends."
Duan Shao smiled and said: "My father sent Duan Shao here for the sake of the alliance between the two countries." He took a step forward and said: "When the Lord ascended the throne, we, Da Qi, were not able to come to congratulate you in time. My father was very sad. I feel sorry for you, so I specially ordered Duan Shao to send you a gift of congratulations." Turning around, there was already a person holding a box from behind. Duan Shao took it with both hands and walked towards the Jinluan Platform. There were already deacons and eunuchs coming down from Duan Shao. He took the gift box in his hand.
At this time, Duan Shao was standing not far in front of Qi Ning. Qin Ning felt a little disgusted when he thought that this boy was trying to plot against Ximen Zhanying. He smiled and said: "Prince, our Da Chu has a vast territory and rich products. In fact, you As long as you have this intention, we all have the gifts you gave us."
Qi Ning suddenly said this, and everyone looked at him. Duan Shao entered the palace without bowing, and many ministers felt dissatisfied. They all felt gloating after hearing the ridicule in Qi Ning's painting.
Duan Shao was calm and composed, and said with a smile: "Jin Yihou, the thing I present to the Lord this time is not an ordinary thing. I am afraid that the royal treasury of Chu State may not have it in it."
All the ministers were startled, thinking that Shao's tone was really quite serious.
At this time, the deacon and eunuch had already delivered the gift box to Longtai. Longtai ordered to open the box and reached out to take out something. It was white in color and had a special style. Qining looked at it from a distance and found it strange. The thing looked like teeth. .
Longtai had obviously never seen this thing before, and he was a little confused. Duan Shao already held up his hand and said: "My lord, these are shark teeth, which can be used for carving and will not be damaged for a hundred years."
"Same Teeth?"
Duan Shao smiled and said: "This is the sharp tooth of the shark in the depths of the East China Sea. Our warriors from the Qi Kingdom waited at sea for two months and discovered the whereabouts of this shark. They even went to the sea to cut off the shark. It is extremely rare."
Qi Ning had already understood at this time that the so-called shark was actually a shark in later generations. In other words, the gift from Dong Qi was a shark tooth.
"That's it." Longtai and the ministers also suddenly realized, and said with a smile: "It is indeed rare, Duan Shao, express my gratitude to your father on my behalf."
The King of Huainan had already asked: "Prince, is this white shark difficult to capture?"
"Your Majesty, there are many sharks in the sea, but this white shark is extremely rare." Duan Shao explained: "Ordinary people, let alone the shark shark, can't even find it even if they look for it. If you want to kill the shark, you need to be familiar with it. Their character is to know their presence and then wait for the opportunity. Once they appear, they must have extraordinary courage and ability to cut off the shark and extract its teeth. Looking at the world, I am afraid that only the warriors of Qi can do it, and Qi There are only a few people in the country who can do it.”
"So it's so difficult." King Huainan nodded and said, "It's a pity that I can't meet the shark-slaying warrior, otherwise I could have seen the warrior's style."