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Kang Tai said: "Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. Protecting the country and relieving your Majesty's worries are what I should do."

Emperor Xia Ming smiled brightly:

"The general's triumphant return has not only deterred Huanyue and other countries from making any rash moves, but has also made Huaibei more determined to maintain diplomatic relations with Daxia. The general has made great contributions to Daxia, and I will reward you handsomely."

Kangtai kowtowed and thanked him: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Emperor Xia Ming laughed and said, "I haven't even told you what the reward is, and you've already started to kowtow and thank me. Well, you should thank me, too."

Emperor Xia Ming stepped down from the couch and walked slowly towards Kang Tai:

"Since King Gaoyang resigned, Daxia no longer has a king with a different surname. The general has made great contributions to pacifying the northern border. I have decided to confer the title of King Zhenbei on the general to reward the general for his contributions to Daxia."

The King of Zhenbei is the only king of a different surname in the Great Xia Kingdom. This is an honor that every general wants to obtain, and Kangtai is no exception.

Kang Tai was flattered and wanted to say he was unworthy, but Emperor Xia Ming said loudly:

"General, you are worthy of this throne. I am satisfied. Why don't you thank me?"

Kangtai was excited and kowtowed to thank him:

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty."

Emperor Xia Ming smiled and helped him up from the ground:

"From now on, my Great Xia has a new king of a different surname. I have high hopes for you. Please serve me well and do not disappoint my expectations of you, General."

Kangtai responded solemnly:

"Yes, Your Majesty, I will serve Your Majesty and Daxia with all my heart and soul until my death!"

Emperor Xia Ming was very satisfied and said:

"It is a blessing for Daxia that the general has this awareness. Now I have something for you to do. I hope you can do it to my satisfaction."

He patted Kangtai on the shoulder and told him his mission.

Kangtai's face became solemn after hearing this.

Your Majesty asked him to deal with Prince Rong?

Kangtai felt a lot of pressure and wanted to refuse, but the emperor had just made him a king, so was he going to slap the emperor in the face?

Kangtai thought for a moment and agreed:

"I will do my best to help your majesty."

Emperor Xia Ming was very pleased that he was very sensible:

"You've worked hard. Go down and rest. Tomorrow I will announce to the world in the court that I will confer upon you the title of King of Zhenbei."

The next day, Emperor Xia Ming went to court and finalized the appointment of Kangtai as King of Zhenbei, which caused endless discussion among officials in the court.

Emperor Ming of Xia made the final decision and issued an imperial decree. From then on, Kangtai became the second king of the Great Xia Kingdom and the only king of a different surname in power. He was granted the Zhenbei Palace.

When the news reached the court, officials flocked to the Zhenbei Palace to congratulate him.

For a time, officials in the capital were on the move frequently.

Emperor Xia Ming not only appointed Kangtai as King of Zhenbei, but also gave him all the 100,000 Shang family troops under King Gaoyang, which were later changed into Weiyuan troops.

In other words, the newly-appointed King of Zhenbei is just like the former King of Gaoyang.

The situation changed. Originally, Xie Yan had no rivals and it was a foregone conclusion that he would be made the crown prince. However, this was shaken by the appearance of Prince Zhenbei.

Xie Yan has the military support of General Zhennan. If Prince Jing Xie Ji can win over Prince Zhenbei, he will also have the military power to compete for the position of crown prince. The fight between the two princes for the throne will become fierce again.

One stone can cause a thousand ripples, but Xie Jin watched everything calmly.

It was hot in the summer, so Emperor Xia Ming took his concubines to Taihe Palace to escape the heat.

In addition, he also led the ministers to hold a celebration banquet in Taihe Palace to celebrate the victory of the King of Zhenbei.

This time, Feng Qingluan met the Fragrant Concubine who had infatuated the emperor again.

Xiang Fei always walked beside Emperor Xia Ming. Her beauty was so stunning that everyone was attracted to her when she walked in front of them.

Her every smile, expression and manner are so charming that those who see her are captivated.

Her appearance led to her becoming the exclusive favorite in the harem, while other concubines were neglected. The senior officials in the court wrote numerous letters to the emperor, all criticizing her.

But when she stood in front of everyone, they all turned their eyes to her.

Emperor Xia Ming was extremely happy and hugged Xiang Fei:

"My beloved, didn't you say that it was too hot in the palace? I specially held the celebration banquet in the Taihe Palace. Do you think it's cool here?"

Xiang Fei smiled and said, "Taihe Palace is a summer resort, naturally much cooler than the Imperial Palace. Thank you for your favor, Your Majesty."

Emperor Xia Ming held Xiang Fei's hand lovingly:

"As long as it is what my beloved concubine wants, even if it is the moon in the sky, I will pick it down and give it to my beloved concubine."

Xiang Fei was amused by him, her smile was as bright as stars in the sky, charming and captivating.

In the past, the only person who could make Emperor Xia Ming laugh was Concubine Ru.

Even though there were concubines who occasionally competed for the emperor's favor, it was only a flash in the pan. Only Concubine Ru was enduring. She was the one who received all the favor for so many years.

But now Xiang Fei came and Ru Fei was pushed to the back.

Seeing that the emperor's former favor for her was transferred wholeheartedly to another woman, the hatred in Concubine Ru's heart was almost uncontrollably overflowing onto her face.

After the celebration banquet, Emperor Xia Ming had important matters to discuss with officials, so he asked the empress and concubines to go to Qingliangtai to listen to opera.

A group of women sat on the Qionghua Terrace.

Feng Qingluan is also here, and Liao Luoling is beside her.

There's a good show going on on the stage opposite.

Concubine Ru glanced at Concubine Xiang and saw the palace maid peeling grapes for her and putting them into her mouth. Her delicate appearance made her hate her in her heart.

She looked at the Queen:

"Empress, I heard that Concubine Xiang plays the zither very well and can calm the mind. She often plays the zither at midnight to help Your Majesty sleep well. Your Majesty has praised Concubine Xiang's music as heavenly music many times.

Today, all the sisters in the harem and the families of officials are here. This is a rare opportunity. Why not let Sister Xiangfei show off her piano skills and let everyone hear what this heavenly piano sound is like?"

Xiang Fei was called upon, and she looked at Ru Fei with her almond-shaped eyes.

Everyone could hear that Concubine Ru wanted Xiang Fei to go on stage and play the piano in order to embarrass her.

Those sitting on the Qingliang Terrace were people of status and position, and those on the stage were actors.

If Concubine Ru asked Concubine Xiang to perform for their masters, wouldn't that be treating her like an actor?

The Empress was also dissatisfied with the fact that Xiang Fei became His Majesty's favorite.

In particular, this person looks similar to the emperor's favorite concubine who died in the palace. She is very popular in the palace and needs someone to share her favor.

Since Concubine Ru was the one who started the trouble, she might as well give it a go.

The Queen smiled and said, "I have heard that Xiang Fei is an excellent zither player. Ru Fei wants to give the sisters a treat. Xiang Fei, please play a piece for us so that we can also listen to that peerless music."

Xiang Fei was supported by Ru Fei and the Queen one after the other. How could she say no? She stood up and said tenderly:

"Thanks to the Empress and Sister Rufei for their favor, I will present my humble service."

Even though Liao Luoling didn't understand palace fighting and house fighting, he could see it. He bumped Feng Qingluan's arm and whispered:

"Sister Qingluan, are they teaming up to bully Concubine Xiang?"

It was really embarrassing to have a lady perform for them.

Feng Qingluan shook her head at her and told her not to say anything more.

Xiang Fei asked someone to fetch her zither and walked to the stage opposite. She glanced at everyone here with a faint smile on her lips. She didn't seem to be angry at all for Ru Fei's provocation. Instead, she showed her edge with the most beautiful smile.

After a brief tuning, Xiang Fei began to play. Her fingertips plucked the strings, and the sound was gentle, melodious, light and moving. It was indeed like the wonderful music from heaven, which is rarely heard in the world.

Feng Qingluan sighed secretly, the Fragrant Concubine was not only beautiful, but also had superb musical skills.

She resolved Ru Fei's hostility with a smile, had high emotional intelligence, and was not afraid of others laughing at her and being teased as an actress. With all her advantages combined, she had a hunch that Xiang Fei would be the most favored concubine in the harem for a long time and no one would be able to rival her.