Dressing as Ziwei makes the Qing Dynasty more powerful

Thinking of this, Ziwei coughed lightly and said with a smile, "Ahem, Father Huang, how about waiting for the Tibetan chieftain to leave and then I'll take you and the Empress to the bottom of the sea to experience the unique scenery there?"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Qianlong clapped his hands excitedly, his eyes sparkling with excitement. He had always loved traveling, and hearing that they were going to the mysterious underwater world, he couldn't wait to set off immediately.

"Haha, is that really the case? It's just that the journey from the capital to the seaside is long. Even if we ride at full speed, it will take at least a month! Since we will be away from the capital for such a long time, I must make some careful plans and arrangements."

However, at this moment, the Queen shook her head and refused, saying, "Although I, Your Majesty, also want to see the magical underwater scenery, my belly is getting bigger and bigger, so it's really not suitable for me to travel such a long distance. I'd better not trouble everyone."

After saying this, the queen gently stroked her bulging belly, with a trace of regret on her face.

Seeing this, Ziwei smiled and said reassuringly, "Don't worry, Empress Dowager. You don't need to worry about this matter at all. I have a way to get you to the seaside quickly. With my flying skills, we can make the round trip in just one or two days. It won't delay matters in the capital, and it won't cause any chaos."

"Hahaha, it's settled. Ziwei can't go back on her word!"

After the matter was finally settled, Qianlong slowly turned his gaze to the mountains of pearls sparkling with dazzling light, and a feeling of emotion welled up in his heart.

He turned to look at Ziwei, who was standing gracefully beside him, and said with a smile, "Ziwei, look at all these pearls. You and your mother can choose some of your favorites and keep them for yourself."

The Queen shook her head slightly upon hearing this and replied softly, "Your Majesty, I don't need them. Pearls this beautiful are perfect for making exquisite jewelry for Ziwei. When she gets married, having more jewelry will add to her joy. As for the remaining pieces, they can be saved and given to others later."

Qianlong nodded slightly in agreement. "Well, the Empress is truly thoughtful and considerate. I will immediately order the Imperial Clothing Bureau to meticulously craft all these pearls into a variety of jewelry, ensuring that Ziwei will never wear the same thing twice."

Although it was a wonderful feeling to be so cared for and cherished, Ziwei couldn't help but secretly groan at the thought of having to wear so many heavy jewels every day. She wasn't one of those nouveau riche people who got rich overnight, so how could she possibly be so eager to wear all the jewels at once and show off in public?

Ziwei quickly declined, saying, "Father Emperor, these pearls are all for you. I really don't need them at all, and I have plenty left. Oh, and by the way, has the Tibetan chieftain confirmed when he will leave the capital and return?"

Qianlong narrowed his eyes, pondered for a moment, and then replied, "That Saiyan Princess is determined not to leave the capital until you return. I suggest we host a farewell banquet for them tonight, and let them enjoy this delicious tuna while we're at it."

Ziwei made such a fuss in the sky that the chieftains and their men must have seen it. If they were to see this giant fish again, they would surely be frightened and would never dare to act rashly in Tibet again.

Ziwei could more or less guess at his innermost thoughts, but they had little to do with her. No matter what, Tibet was always their country's inherent territory, and she would never allow it to fall into chaos.

Ziwei smiled and said to Qianlong, "Your Majesty, please make your own decision. Although the weather is freezing, frozen food is not as delicious as fresh food. So, why not have the imperial kitchen come up with a few more ways to prepare this tuna so that everyone can enjoy it. If you want to eat it again in the future, you can always come to me."

After all, those tuna are stored in her own space, so there is no need to worry about them spoiling or being damaged. She can enjoy them whenever she wants.

Qianlong nodded slightly in agreement and then asked, "Well, that's great. Let's feast everyone tonight! I just wonder what Ziwei thinks is the best way to cook this tuna?"

Ziwei thought for a moment and then replied, "Making tuna sashimi is the best option. Simply cut the tuna into slices as thin as a cicada's wing and serve with an appropriate amount of wasabi and soy sauce. However, it's important to note that since it's sashimi, everyone should avoid eating too much."

The oceans are not yet seriously polluted, so there is no need to worry about problems such as excessive mercury content. However, it is eaten raw after all, so some people who are not used to this kind of diet may experience discomfort such as diarrhea, which would be counterproductive.

After arranging these matters, Ziwei dragged her slightly exhausted body back to Yuhua Palace. She gently closed the palace door, lay down on the soft bed as if relieved, and soon fell into a sweet dream.

Meanwhile, Emperor Qianlong decisively ordered the immediate invitation of the chieftain and the princess to the palace. However, he hesitated briefly before ultimately deciding to invite the princes as well. He also specifically summoned several of his closest courtiers to come and admire the rare tuna.

To ensure the smooth progress of the entire process, Emperor Qianlong instructed Ziwei to carefully place the tuna in the courtyard next to the imperial kitchen before leaving. This way, after everyone came to see it, he could directly order people to process and clean it up.

Soon after everything was ready, the invited guests arrived at the palace. As they entered the courtyard where the tuna lay, their faces were filled with astonishment. The tuna lay motionless on the ground, its enormous size awe-inspiring. Its body shone with a captivating luster, like a mysterious spirit leaping from the deep sea. Those present had never seen such a large and beautiful fish, and exclamations of amazement echoed throughout the room.

Seeing this, Qianlong was secretly delighted, his face filled with a smug smile. He enthusiastically recounted the wonderful story Ziwei had previously told him about the ocean, drawing gasps of amazement from the crowd. Hearing everyone's praise, Qianlong felt increasingly satisfied.

Hong Zhou, who was standing beside him, looked even more resentful and jealous. He really wanted to take Zi Wei home. "Fu Jin, Fu Jin, why didn't we give birth to a fairy?"