Duke Zhao's envoy did not arrive, but the Nanyuan Governor's Mansion held a lively banquet.
Early in the morning, the envoys living in the posthouse entered the mansion one by one, and were led to the table by their servants.
The envoys looked around and marveled.
They haven't seen this scene for a long time since the Green Forest Rebellion, when various places gathered their troops to respect themselves. All the states in the Chu region came together, as well as Dongjiang, Hexing and other places. It was equivalent to half of the world's states and counties gathered here.
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Just because of a little girl's haircut gift.
Of course, this was no ordinary little girl! She was the person who assassinated Wu Zijing, single-handedly broke the pattern of Chu Territory, and made his father the actual controller of Chu Territory.
Moreover, a year has passed, and there are faint rumors coming out of Dongjiang. Last year, the Li family was almost plotted by Jiang Yi. It happened that Miss Xu San accompanied her sister to see the marriage. Not only did she expose Jiangbei's conspiracy, but she also shot Jiang Yi.
After hearing the news, everyone thought about it in their hearts and suddenly realized.
Last year, they found it strange that Jiang Yi and Chen Bingjiang'an looked as if they were going to fight Yang Gu until they died. Then they suddenly abandoned the Songyang camp that had been in operation for several years, handing over a good situation in vain. They also didn't see each other for several months.
Trace, it turned out that he was recovering from his injuries? Right, finally right.
Jiang Yi suffered such a humiliating loss and did not take revenge for a year. This time he also asked his disciples to propose marriage. Whether it was to cause trouble or sincerely, it was enough to show how much he valued the Xu family.
All in all, Miss Xu San is not an ordinary person. In today's special situation, her marriage will affect the world situation.
I'm afraid there will be a big drama today!
"The eldest lady has been decided in Dongjiang, not included. Now people are coming from Jiangbei, Zhangzhou, and Hexing. Excluding Yuzhou and Qijun who are far away, it seems that there is only one Guanzhong left, right? Tsk tsk tsk tsk
, Miss Xu San’s haircut ceremony is even grander than His Majesty’s Qianqiu Festival.”
"Don't forget that King Liang is here too. Although Great Liang is a foreign race, in terms of soldiers and horses, they are no worse than those few."
The envoys from Chu State gathered together and discussed in low voices.
Speaking of which, this is the second time they have gotten together. When was the last time? It was in Yongcheng! They were witnesses to Miss Xu San's assassination of Wu Zijing.
Since then, all the states have only followed the Xu family. Therefore, Miss Xu San and her hairpin must come to give gifts. Although they are more or less intending to propose marriage for their own family, they are more loyal to the Xu family. Now they know that there is no hope of getting married.
, but they enthusiastically started to make plans for the Xu family. After all, we are all in the same boat. Only if Nanyuan is good can they be good!
"Is Guanzhong really not coming? Why did I hear that the Yan and Xu families have been in contact for a long time? The second young master Yan and the third young lady are also very close in the capital. I thought the Yan family was the one that Governor Xu liked the most!"
"Yeah! It's a bit strange..."
Jiang Yue's expression became solemn as he listened to the whispers in his ears.
He knows more about the inside story than these people, so he naturally doesn't believe that the Yan family will give up on this marriage. So, is something wrong?
Speaking of which, there is still no sign of the angel from the capital, could it be...
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In the backyard, Xu Si was combing her sister's hair.
"After today, you will be an adult." She looked at the two faces in the mirror. They had completely different temperaments but the same beauty. "From now on, my sister can't be with you, so you have to take good care of yourself."
Xu Yin couldn't help but hold her hand: "Sister..."
She has grown up, and her sister is getting married. This time she will no longer accompany her, and the two sisters will run towards different futures. This makes Xu Yin feel extremely reluctant to leave, but thinking of the wanderings in her previous life, she feels that there is nothing to be sad about.
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If both of us can be happy, it is worth it even if we are thousands of miles apart.
"Miss, Third Miss, the time has come." The maid came in and announced.
Xu Si smiled slightly and pulled Xu Yin up: "Let's go!"
The haircut ceremony was held in the inner hall, and apart from the elders, only relatives, friends and family members attended the ceremony.
Seeing her appearance, the old concubine showed a kind smile, and Princess Changning, who was the complimenter, also winked at her.
Xu Yin pursed his lips and smiled, lowered his head to salute, and then sat down.
The old concubine washed her hands meticulously, congratulated her, and added hairpins to her hair.
The haircut ceremony is not complicated, and it only takes a moment to complete.
Xu Yin went back to the house, changed his clothes, and came out to say thanks.
Everyone smiled happily and went to sit down at the ladies' table.
As the host, Xu Huan went outside to entertain the guests.
Xu Yin watched his father leave with apologies - the wedding ceremony was just a trivial matter, the real trouble lies outside!
"Ayin," Princess Changning came over and whispered, "I heard that there are many people asking for marriage, including the Hexing Prince's Mansion, the Zheng Family of Zhangzhou, and even Jiang Yi. What should I do? They all refuse.
If so, will it offend them?"
"There's always someone to offend. I'm just one person, so I can't agree to everything, right?"
"That's true, but you have to convince people, right?" Princess Changning said, angrily, "Yan Er is really so attentive as usual, but he is nowhere to be seen at critical moments. If he comes, you will
Wouldn't it be justifiable to hold a competition to recruit a bride or something?"
Xu Yin looked at her in surprise.
"What's wrong?" Princess Changning was puzzled, "Did I say the wrong thing?"
"No," Xu Yin said with a smile, "The princess is absolutely right, that's what we originally planned."
If a family has a daughter, hundreds of families want to ask for it. Although it is free to choose a son-in-law, the person who comes to ask for marriage this time really carries too much weight. If the balance is not good, just like the princess said, there is no guarantee that enemies will be formed.
However, Yan Er did not come, and the envoy from the Duke of Zhao also had an accident. Now it is much more troublesome to handle the matter properly.
"Then what should we do now?" Princess Changning was worried.
"Let's take a look at the attitudes of all parties first." Then, Xu Yin changed the topic and asked with concern, "How does it feel for the princess to appear in front of people for the first time today?"
Princess Changning smiled, glanced at the banquet, and said to her with a bit of excitement: "I thought everyone would be curious about my identity, but I didn't expect that they didn't ask."
Because everyone has known about it for a long time! At this juncture, a young lady named Gao appeared, and everyone knew it. Regarding the secrets of the royal family, no one dared to tell them casually, and just pretended not to know.
Xu Yin nodded with a smile and whispered: "Princess, we will stay together today, even if we go to change clothes, okay?"
Princess Changning heard that something was wrong and asked hurriedly: "What's wrong? Is there something wrong?"
Xu Yin looked at the front yard and said softly: "As far as we know, the false emperor also sent an envoy, but there is still no trace..."
Princess Changning's face turned pale and she couldn't help but grab her sleeve: "What does he want to do?"
"Don't be afraid." Xu Yin patted her hand, "His target is either you or me. It will always appear today. As long as I am here, nothing will happen to the princess."