After everyone took their seats, Emperor Wu said a lot of things enthusiastically, and then called for dancers to add to the fun.
Prime Minister Wen and several powerful ministers also chatted with the prince and envoys of Beimo, and they seemed to be having a great time talking.
However, just when the atmosphere was high, Xi Le put down his chopsticks directly, "I'm full, I'm going back first."
Emperor Wu frowned, but this time he did not coddle Xile, "Come back and sit down!"
Emperor Wu's somewhat sullen voice also silenced the scene.
Xile paused, then looked back at Emperor Wu, "I'm full, can't I go back?"
"Do you still need me to teach you about court etiquette? You can just be more willful on weekdays. Today, friends come from afar. How can you be so rude? Don't forget who you are grateful to in Beimo!"
Xile's eyes flickered, but in the end he didn't say anything and sat back down again.
She could be willful and not give Emperor Wu face, but she could not make fun of her dead mother, let alone ignore this kindness.
Zharqing also saw this scene and heard what Emperor Wu just said.
It was immediately clear that Xile staying here and even agreeing to get married were just complying with the previous agreement and repaying the previous kindness.
Although this was indeed the case, Zalqing still felt a sense of loss in his heart.
Emperor Wu was satisfied when he saw Xile's cooperation.
In fact, what I just said was also meant for Zharqing.
Emperor Wu also understood that some rumors could not be stopped at all, not to mention that he had already received the news. Zharqing sent his men to inquire about Xile and Wu Yuan.
But this is not important. What is important is whether Zharqing wants to complete the marriage.
He just wanted to tell Zharqing that Xi Le would comply whether he wanted to or not, and that was enough.
Zhaerqing felt a little uncomfortable when he saw Xile sitting there expressionless.
He stood up and said to Emperor Wu with a smile: "Your Majesty, the last time I came to the palace was when I was very young. I can't remember many of the scenery. I'm in the mood for drinking and want to go out for a walk. Can I ask Princess Xile to accompany me?"
The corners of Emperor Wu's mouth raised. He had no reason to refuse and agreed, "That's fine. This girl is still as stubborn as she was when she was a child. Please speak to her on my behalf."
"Yes!" Zharqing agreed with a smile.
Then he extended an invitation to Xile. Seeing Xile frowning, he whispered, "I'll take you back to the palace!"
Xile was startled before agreeing. She didn't want to stay here for a moment longer. She just wanted to go back and hold Wu Yuan's pillow, and smell Wu Yuan's scent to feel at ease.
Zhaerqing brought Xi Le out and asked his entourage to follow him at a distance and not get closer.
"Xile, I still remember when we were young, we went to catch fish in the Royal Garden together. It was the first time I caught fish, so I was very impressed. I just accidentally fell into the lake, and it was you who rescued me."
Er Qing said to Xile excitedly.
But Xile shook his head, "It's been too long, I don't remember."
A trace of disappointment flashed in Zharqing's eyes. He had always remembered this incident clearly. It was also that time when Xile left an indelible impression on him.
"Then you still remember that in your room, we stole a lot of food and ate it while hiding under the quilt. At that time, you said that the nuns in the palace had many rules. They would not eat after lunch for fear of being caught. Then
Sometimes I feel like the stolen food is really delicious.”
Xile shook his head again, "I don't remember."
Zhaerqing was not discouraged and continued to talk about the things he had experienced with Xile when he was a child.
Even though Xile didn't remember anything, he still kept talking, as if he couldn't finish talking with Xile.
When they arrived in front of the East Palace Gate, Xile finally took the initiative and said, "I'm here. You can go back. Thank you for sending me back."
Zhaerqing was too aware that he had arrived at the East Palace, "Won't you invite me in for a cup of tea?"
Xile wanted to refuse, but Zharqing said, "I've talked to you so much, and I'm really thirsty. Besides, I took the blame for you when I was a kid. I can't even drink tea now."
Alright."
Xile finally relented, and finally made a gesture of invitation.
Zharqing was stunned for a moment, looking at the pavilion at the door in astonishment.
Xile had already walked over and sat down, and ordered: "Serve tea!"
The palace maid immediately obeyed the order and Zharqing sat over, dumbfounded.
"I heard that men are not allowed to enter the East Palace. It seems to be true." Zharqing joked.
Xile replied seriously: "Yes, there are rules. If you came in once before, it was an exception. You are not allowed to come in again."
Now that the topic has been brought here, Zharqing also took advantage of the situation and asked: "I also have a little impression of the prince. I wanted to meet him when I came here this time. I didn't expect that he went out to travel. It's a pity."
"I'm very curious about how the prince is doing now. I heard that he has done a lot of ridiculous things, especially when it comes to women, and he has no restraint."
After hearing this, Xile immediately retorted: "That was in the past, and the current prince is unmatched."
Zhaerqing's eyes narrowed slightly, Xile actually gave such a high evaluation.
But Zharqing still smiled and asked: "Why is it that no one can do it? Can you tell me?"
At this moment, Xile seemed to have opened up a chat box and started telling Wu Yuan's story.
I even forgot the time and that the person sitting opposite me was Zalqing.
Zhaerqing just listened quietly, not showing any impatience, but looking a little distracted looking at the natural and proud smile on Xile's face.
At the same time, Zhaerqing was also a little surprised by what Xile said about Wu Yuan.
If what Xile said is true, then this prince is indeed something extraordinary.
Whether it was defeating the third princess of Dayu, Shangguan Jianjia, or capturing Tianli's prince Tianba alive and killing Tianli's 50,000-strong army, these were extraordinary feats.
But this was just Zharqing's surprise, but he didn't think he was inferior to the Dawu Prince.
What made him feel a little uncomfortable was the look on Xile's face when he talked about Wu Yuan. He was proud, happy, and full of yearning.
Finally, after drinking two pots of tea, Zharqing couldn't help but asked: "So you like that prince?"
As soon as these words came out, several serving maids were immediately shocked.
You can't say this, and you can't ask.
The key is that with Xile's temper, I'm afraid he will tell the truth.
Just when the maids were a little frightened, Xile also came to his senses. At this moment, Xile realized that he had lost his temper just now, and probably said a lot of things that he shouldn't have said.
"It's getting very late, you should go."
Xile didn't want to answer Zalqing's question and planned to avoid it.
But since Zharqing had already asked, how could he give up?
"Xile, answer me, if you still consider me a friend, answer me, do you like that prince?"