After the death of the host: the tyrant cried red eyes

Realizing this, Shen Bingning decided to intervene subtly, trying to use the current situation to buy herself a chance of survival, and perhaps take this opportunity to get rid of the "curse" of the three dishes of braised pork.

But she knew very well that this required great skills. She had to avoid angering Governor Ning and at the same time not let Xiao Yi think she was being too deliberate, so as to avoid having the opposite effect.

So, she suddenly had an idea and asked a seemingly insignificant question: "Since you have already tasted it, I wonder if Governor Ning has ever considered changing his surname?"

Xiao Yi looked at Ning Tianyi with great interest. This action gave Shen Bingning an idea: "Why not follow Master Xiao Yi? How about the surname Yan?"

In ancient times, women usually took their husband's surname after marriage. Although Xiao Yi and Ning Tianyi have a special relationship, given Xiao Yi's status as an emperor, if that day really comes, Ning Tianyi should take the surname Yan.

Shen Bingning believed that both Yan and Ning were handsome and that either of their surnames was a good match for the other.

However, her proposal was firmly opposed by Xiao Yi and Ning Tianyi at the same time. They both said in unison: "No!"

Shen Bingning was confused. Ning Tianyi's opposition was expected, after all, surname was related to male dignity, but Xiao Yi's opposition puzzled her.

"Yan is the surname of the country, how can it be abused at will?" Xiao Yi's tone revealed unquestionable authority. Ning Tianyi responded sharply: "I don't care! If the queen's surname is not Shen, then I am willing to take your surname Shen."

Shen Bingning quickly shook her head to refuse. She knew clearly that once her surname became Xiao Yi's, her position in Xiao Yi's heart would become even more passive, and the "threat" of the braised pork would always hang over her head.

"No!"

She said firmly.

Ning Tianyi seemed somewhat dissatisfied with Shen Bingning's rejection. He emphasized that changing his surname to Shen was a kind of honor for the Shen family.

His words showed both pride in his own status and contempt for the Shen family.

Shen Bingning responded coldly, defending the dignity of her family. Her words revealed a tenacity and confidence that should not be underestimated.

There was a hint of surprise in Ning Tianyi's eyes. He didn't seem to have expected that Shen Bingning, who was born a slave, could have such insights and say the truth that "things in the world are unpredictable and everything changes over time."

Shen Bingning caught his subtle change and a sarcastic smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

In the eyes of those powerful people, she, the queen, was just a vase who won Xiao Yi's favor with her beauty, and it was pure luck that she could become a concubine.

They appear polite on the surface, but are actually full of contempt in their hearts.

However, Shen Bingning is no longer the submissive ancient woman. As a modern soul, she will never allow anyone to look down on her.

Her eyes became fierce, and she fought back firmly: "Since we met, especially after learning that I was a slave, I'm afraid that Governor Ning has been full of contempt for me.

In fact, it’s not just you. Many people in this world, as long as they are slightly higher in status than a former slave like me, will adopt the same attitude. ”

"Governor Ning thinks highly of himself, but I think that the nobleness of one's birth cannot be used as a criterion to measure a person's value. If someone becomes self-inflated simply because of their noble birth, it just exposes their narrow-mindedness and ignorance. Then, what is the meaning of a noble birth, isn't it still the same as those ordinary people without substance?"

Shen Bingning's words were powerful and every word was sonorous. She was not only defending her own dignity, but also a powerful challenge to the entire social hierarchy.

The air in the room seemed to freeze, leaving only the sound of breathing.

Ning Tianyi folded his hands lightly and bowed. His eyes revealed an unprecedented sincerity, and his tone added a bit of self-blame: "I am too narrow-minded and fail to understand the overall situation. What the queen said is very true and does make sense."

Shen Bingning nodded slightly with an imperceptible movement, maintaining a dignified expression on her face, but she couldn't hide a hint of pride in her heart.

I have been addicted to those TV series with twists and turns in recent years, but I didn't expect that they would come in handy at this moment. The witty responses of the characters in the drama came out like a conditioned reflex.

Xiao Yi caught the barely perceptible sly smile on Shen Bingning's lips. His eyes flickered slightly, but he did not expose her. Instead, his lips curved in a playful arc: "My beloved concubine has unique insights and always brings me unexpected surprises."

Shen Bingning's smile became brighter when she heard this, and her eyes and eyebrows were full of intelligence: "Then can I skip the three dishes of braised pork today? I am really full, and it is difficult to swallow no matter how delicious it is!"

She then sighed softly and said helplessly: "Besides, my appetite has been poor since I embarked on this long journey. If I force myself to eat these greasy delicacies, I am afraid I will have to stay in Zhicheng to recuperate and will not be able to accompany Your Majesty to the State of Chu."

Xiao Yi raised his sword-like eyebrows, and his deep eyes lingered on Shen Bingning's face, full of interest and without any concealment: "Since my beloved concubine has already acted coquettishly to me, how can I not agree? Wei Xiquan, remove these three dishes of braised pork, and don't let my beloved concubine's tasteless food affect the mood of the entourage."

Shen Bingning was secretly delighted. Her cuteness was not in vain. The goose bumps all over her body instantly turned into the joy of victory: "Thank you very much, Your Majesty, for your grace."

Xiao Yi had a sly smile on his face and took a sip of the wine in the glass. Ning Tianyi, who was standing by, saw this and knew exactly what tricks this guy was playing. He couldn't help but look at Shen Bingning, who was immersed in joy, with sympathy.

At the banquet, Shen Bingning carefully served dishes to Xiao Yi while enjoying the delicacies on the table herself. Ning Tianyi seemed taciturn, as if he could not adapt to the subtle intimacy between Xiao Yi and Shen Bingning. He could only taste the mixed feelings in his heart with the help of the wine glass.

After the meal, Shen Bingning tactfully suggested going back to the room to rest, and Xiao Yi gladly agreed.

After Shen Bingning disappeared around the corner, Ning Tianyi spoke up, breaking the silence: "Your queen, is she really from a slave family? The remarks you made just now are not something an illiterate slave would say."

Xiao Yi walked slowly to the window, following Shen Bingning's receding figure with his eyes, and said leisurely: "Who said she is illiterate?"

"Yes, she can also compose poetry and prose, and is famous all over the world."

Ning Tianyi also moved to the window and looked across the empty corridor, thinking, "She really has a lot of secrets."

Xiao Yi took out a blueprint from his sleeve and gently handed it over, "This is her handwriting."

Ning Tianyi took it and looked at it carefully, with a flash of amazement in his eyes: "Once this waterwheel design is implemented, the grain output will surely increase significantly. It is really ingenious and extraordinary!"

"But how could a slave have such amazing talent? Could he be a spy carefully trained by another country?"

Ning Tianyi was full of doubts.

Xiao Yi gave him a slightly teasing look, as if he was looking at someone who didn't understand romance:.