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"Exactly!"

There was a sudden chorus of agreement in the hall, and some people even shouted loudly.

"If you can't answer, it means your Wenqu skills are inferior to others. A weak country like this can only seek protection by relying on us, Wulie!"

These words were like a stone thrown into water, causing ripples and adding a touch of tension and anticipation to the atmosphere in the entire hall.

"All right!"

Yun Qingchi raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and his eyes moved among the envoys around him. He saw them looking at each other, and finally gathered into a whisper, like a stream flowing into a quiet pool.

"Your Highness, this question is so profound that even someone as wise as you finds it difficult to answer. How can ordinary people like us dare to hope to..."

Yun Qingchi smiled lightly upon hearing this, with a hint of unruliness and sarcasm hidden in that smile.

"Well, my Lords, don't worry about it. I never pinned my hopes on you."

As soon as he finished speaking, he locked his gaze on Bai Yue opposite him, then he bowed to her and spoke humbly and sincerely.

"The Empress's sister-in-law's teachings just now were like gentle spring rain, which suddenly opened my eyes and made me feel ashamed. From this perspective, the Empress's sister-in-law is a person of true wisdom. Only you can clear up this mystery and solve the doubts for everyone!"

"I?"

When Bai Yue heard this, her eyes moved and she suddenly burst out laughing.

"Oh, it's only been a short while, and my little cousin's opinion of me, the emperor's sister-in-law, has completely changed!"

There was a hint of playfulness in her voice, and she had obviously seen through Yun Qingchi's subtle cunning.

Yun Qingchi didn't care. Instead, he stood up more solemnly, bowed deeply to Bai Yue and said.

"Grand Empress Sister-in-law, whether this mystery can be solved today, and whether our Wenqu Kingdom will be labeled as 'weak', all of this depends on your shoulders, so please cherish it!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the hall changed suddenly, and everyone's eyes were focused on Bai Yue, as if she had really become the savior who could lead Wenqu Kingdom out of its predicament.

"Well, my dear cousin, since you have such confidence in me, the Empress Dowager, I cannot embarrass you. I will naturally help you answer the questions properly. However, it seems a bit cold in this palace. How about you wait for me to go out and bask in the sun. When it gets warmer, I will help you answer the questions later."

After saying that, Bai Yue stood up leisurely, as if he was really going out to bask in the sun. Yun Qingchi burst out laughing at this moment, and he couldn't help but joked.

"Haha, you are really funny, sister-in-law. Where does the sun come from in this long night?"

"Huh? Who said there's no sun at night? It's always been quietly hanging in the sky, you just can't see it!"

Bai Yue looked at Yun Qingchi and said innocently.

"Because the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, the world has day and night. This is an eternal truth. Don't you know this, Sister-in-law?"

Yun Qingchi frowned slightly and said with a confused look on his face.

"Oh, my little cousin is indeed the smartest person in Wenqu Country. He solved this mystery with just a few words..."

Bai Yue suddenly clapped her hands, then smiled at Yun Qingchen as if everything was under her control.

"When did I..."

Yun Qingchi was about to open his mouth to refute, but suddenly his mind changed and he realized Bai Yue's intention. He glanced at Bai Yue with a deep look, then turned to Jiang Jizhou and spoke leisurely.

"The answer to this riddle should be Tao. Tao is the origin of all things and the root of the universe. It is invisible and formless, yet omnipresent. Therefore, it is both the root of all things and transcends all things!"

"Yes, that's the answer. Your Highness Prince Hui is truly intelligent. I am truly convinced and feel inferior to him!"

At this moment, Jiang Jizhou looked like an eggplant hit by frost, with his head drooping and a look of frustration on his face.

"Haha, since Lord Jiang has asked our Wenqu Nation three riddles, isn't it our turn to ask you for your advice now?"

Bai Yue looked at Jiang Jizhou and said meaningfully.

"Oh, Your Highness, you are truly embarrassing me! I have an elderly mother to be filial to and young children to raise. I am truly incapable of playing that thrilling game of flying knives and fruit throwing. I dare not play it with you, Your Highness!"

When Jiang Jizhou heard Bai Yue's words, his face immediately turned terrified. If there were no colleagues around to witness it, he would have already knelt on the ground and kowtowed to Bai Yue to admit his mistake.

"Excuse me, sir. I just wanted you to guess a riddle to relieve my boredom. There's no need to be so nervous."

Seeing this, Bai Yue couldn't help but comfort him with a helpless smile.

"Alright, Lord Jiang, please listen to the question. I have something that is neither gold nor silver, neither jade nor stone. It is hidden in the heart and manifested in actions. It is the foundation of a gentleman and is beyond the reach of a villain. What is it?"

As soon as Bai Yue finished speaking, Jiang Jizhou seemed to be locked in speech by an invisible chain, and could only make intermittent "this...this...this" sounds, just like an old cat trapped by a problem.

At this time, everyone in the hall began to whisper. After all, if Jiang Jizhou really couldn't answer this question, it would not only be a disgrace to him personally, but would also cast a shadow on the glory of the entire Wulie Kingdom.

"Well, Master Jiang, this kind of riddle is just a piece of cake for you!"

Bai Yue looked at Jiang Jizhou and spoke with a hint of joking.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Jizhou became even more anxious and sweaty, but Bai Yue did not press him any further. Instead, she smiled and said.

"Alright, Master Jiang, there's no need to be so nervous. You have plenty of time, so feel free to think about it. I'm not a petty person either. If anyone here can answer the riddle, you'll win. How about that?"

Her voice was soft but firm, instantly melting the tension and awkwardness in the air.

When Jiang Jizhou heard this, a hint of joy flashed in his eyes. He looked around hurriedly, hoping to find some clues or help.

However, the people around him lowered their heads and avoided his gaze as if they had agreed to do so. Obviously, the difficulty of this puzzle was beyond everyone's expectations, so no one could guess the answer to it yet.

"Haha, I'll answer this question myself. After all, the Crown Princess' answer to this riddle probably contains a thousand complex and profound meanings!"

Mo Xuanche smiled at Bai Yue with a double meaning in his words.

"Your Majesty, you are wronging me. I just did this puzzle spontaneously. There is no need for so many twists and turns!"

Bai Yue looked at Mo Xuanche innocently, and her voice seemed to soften the air in the room.

"You are becoming more and more naughty!"

After Mo Xuanche glanced at Yun Qingchi, whose face was obviously not good, he chuckled and said to Bai Yue with a doting look.