My parents are both dead, I rely on fishing and farming to support my younger siblings

He raised his eyes slightly, a barely perceptible majesty flashed in his eyes, and his voice flowed like a cool spring, carrying an unquestionable momentum.

"Didn't I make it clear long ago? The reason why Princess Yongning can understand the Japanese language is entirely because of her father who is in the border. Now Minister Yang dares to ask this question. Is he questioning Princess Yongning or is he doubting me?"

After he finished speaking, a hint of anger appeared on his originally calm face, as if he was silently warning those who dared to question him.

It was like an invisible declaration, which clearly and solemnly announced a fact to everyone present in an extremely obscure and indirect way - Gu Lili was being protected by him, Yin Jiuchen, with all his strength!

When Minister Yang heard this, a look of panic suddenly appeared on his face. He waved his hands repeatedly, saying that he dared not, and then closed his mouth in embarrassment.

Prior to this, Yin Jiuchen had already explained the reasons and the ins and outs of the matter to everyone, but it was a pity that Minister Yang was a bit of a talker on a daily basis, always unable to control his mouth, and would utter some inappropriate words from time to time.

However, when Yin Jiuchen resolutely said that he would protect Gu Lili, Gu Lili, who had been watching all this silently, keenly noticed that Liu Qionghua's originally delicate and beautiful cheeks were now involuntarily turning slightly pale like withered petals in autumn.

You know, in everyone's eyes, she, Liu Qionghua, is the woman destined to become Yin Jiuchen's future Crown Princess, and she should enjoy unique love and respect.

But now, Yin Jiuchen was protecting another woman in front of everyone without any hesitation.

This sudden change was like a sharp dagger that instantly pierced Liu Qionghua's originally proud heart, making her feel extremely lost and uncomfortable. The complex emotions surged in her heart like a tide, and it took a long time for her to calm down.

Gu Lili stood up and bowed to Yin Jiuchen.

"Thank you, Your Highness, for rescuing me. I am grateful."

Yin Jiuchen also knew that his reaction just now was too intense, so he nodded lightly and motioned Gu Lili to sit down.

The emperor and the empress looked at each other and shook their heads. Today was the time to discuss state affairs.

As for other things, let’s talk about them later.

The situation became a little awkward after Yin Jiuchen lost his temper.

Everyone in Chaoyang Palace looked back and forth between Gu Lili and Liu Qionghua intentionally or unintentionally.

It seems like they are making a comparison.

Fortunately, the envoy from Fuso came in soon.

Also coming in was the crying Prince Fuso who had just come in.

At this moment, the Prince of Fuso had regained his composure, but his calmness was a little scary, and his eyes were almost dull.

Gu Lili guessed that the child in front of her might not be the prince of Fuso at all.

I guess he was taken away and fed some sedative.

Otherwise, how could a child of three or four years old, who is at the age of being naughty, stay so obediently in the arms of his wet nurse and not move?

However, no matter what happens to the children of an empire, it is none of their business.

The situation also eased a little.

"Your Majesty, we have already discussed with the Crown Prince. According to what the Nanyue Kingdom said, our two countries will sign a twenty-year agreement. For twenty years, there will be no war between Nanyue Kingdom and Fuso. During these twenty years, our Fuso Kingdom will pay tribute every year. However, our Crown Prince also has a condition, which is that only one hostage can be sent." The envoy of the Nanyue Kingdom saluted.

Gu Lili translated it verbatim to the emperor.

After hearing this, the emperor coughed several times. Those violent coughs seemed to cough out his lungs.

After coughing several times, his face, which was already slightly sallow, became even paler, as if the pale color could directly penetrate into the hearts of the people around him.

"Father, are you okay?" Yin Jiuchen asked worriedly from the side.

The other ministers also looked at the emperor with concern.

The emperor covered his mouth with a handkerchief and coughed, waving at Yin Jiuchen.

The queen beside him quickly stood up, brought a cup of tea, and waited for the emperor to drink it.

Gu Lili noticed with her sharp eyes that the handkerchief was all scarlet and she couldn't help but be shocked.

The queen obviously noticed it as well and her eyes turned red.

"Your Majesty, you..."

The emperor looked at the queen firmly, shook his head, and signaled her not to say anything.

The queen closed her eyes, suppressed her emotions, and gently helped the emperor to stroke his back.

As the tea went down his throat, the emperor's rapid breathing seemed to gradually calm down, and the pain on his face eased a little, and he gradually came to his senses.

The emperor was extremely weak at this time, but he still insisted on sitting at the top just to handle this crucial matter.

This also indirectly tells Yin Jiuchen how an emperor should act.

"Princess Yongning, tell them that the agreement is signed for fifty years, the captured soldiers will remain in Nanyue as slaves for twenty years, the hostages will remain unchanged, two, otherwise there will be no negotiation."

Although the emperor's voice was weak, the firmness and determination contained in it were unquestionable.

He knew that this decision concerned the fate of the country and must be made firmly and decisively without any hesitation or wavering.

Gu Lili nodded and turned to look at the Fuso envoy.

In fact, the Fuso envoy also knew that there was no room for maneuver in this matter, so after hesitating for a while, he pretended to discuss it with the three-year-old Fuso prince, and finally nodded in agreement.

So, the two countries formally signed the agreement, and Fuso also agreed that the captured Fuso soldiers would remain in the Nanyue Kingdom as slaves.

Another 5 million taels of silver will be paid as compensation, and the hostages will be taken back by them when the Nanyue Kingdom withdraws its troops.

After the agreement was signed, the palace banquet officially began.

The emperor is usually busy with government affairs and is already overworked. This time, he is physically exhausted and can hardly endure this long palace banquet.

His exhausted figure gradually disappeared from everyone's sight, and he left the table with the queen, leaving behind the hustle and bustle of the place.

Let Yin Jiuchen handle the remaining complicated matters

Currently, there are only two women in Chaoyang Palace: Gu Lili and Liu Qionghua.

One is a translator and the other is the prince's fiancée, which is not surprising.

Gu Lili held the bowl and chopsticks and ate her meal slowly and leisurely, while accurately translating the flattering words from the Fuso envoy into a language that the court ministers could understand.

She looked so focused, as if the only things in the world were translation and eating.

After some toasting and drinking, the palace banquet finally came to an end.