It was almost afternoon when Han Dongwen woke up from his dormitory.
"You still can't do this. Sooner or later, people will be suspicious..."
He lay on the bed and yawned, then sat up quite tiredly.
Guo Jie Ke agreed to his two requests and originally wanted to introduce him to the inner gate immediately, but Han Dongwen still used various excuses to put him off.
Does he really believe in himself?
If it was true, Han Dongwen always felt a little strange, as if he was too relaxed.
But if not, the event reward in the game clearly states that his identity has not been exposed, what on earth is this...
"Your Highness, you are awake."
Han Dongwen came back from his deep thoughts. Xiao Hongdou had already prepared the clothes he was going to change into in the morning, and also presented a piece of paper. After waiting for him to change clothes, he took a few steps back.
"Your Highness, are you... going to visit West Asia?"
Han Dongwen sighed and looked at the note presented by Xiao Hongdou just now.
"It seems so."
Visiting West Asia with Concubine Chi?
Chi Hanqing, whom he had been hiding from for so long, could no longer hide now.
The only people who can order and arrange themselves in this way are Tantai and his son from the National Military Department. Now that they want to intervene in the harem, do they want to get rid of Jiang Keyin as a risky factor as soon as possible?
"Previously... Taishu Pavilion also sent a message, asking you to go to Xuanrimen as soon as possible. Master Tantai is waiting for you."
Han Dongwen pondered for a moment and walked straight out of the dormitory.
Xiao Hongdou was stunned for a moment, and was about to follow him when she was stopped by Han Dongwen.
"You stay here first. I'll be off work today. By the way, help me keep an eye on Chi Ya Palace's duties."
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Starship.
The star boat is a huge ship, but it does not sail on the waterway, but hangs in the air.
This very large ship is made of ebony wood and gilded with gold. Eighty-eight sixty-four fine wind-collecting stones are dotted along the keel. It moves in the night sky like flying stars. This ship has no oars or sails and can accommodate hundreds of people. It contains warehouses, kitchens, and even the highest-standard cabins. This palace in the sky of the King of Simeng is currently floating in the Hanging Sun Gate.
The deck can be said to be vast. Dozens of guards from the National Military Division, wearing uniform black armor, are guarding the edge of the deck. Standing in the middle are none other than Tantai Fu and Wen Yongxing.
"Your Highness, he has been busy recently and has come a little late. I hope Mr. Souji can understand."
Wen Yongxing put his hands together and bowed.
Tantaifu did not answer, but just looked at the starship deck at his feet: "Master Wen, in your opinion, why does His Highness need to visit the Principality of West Asia this time?"
Wen Yongxing did not raise his head to look at him, but still lowered his head and replied: "Winter has entered and the New Year is approaching. Could it be that the annual tribute with the Principality of West Asia has to be increased again?"
This is not good news. Simeng already has Taka as a big creditor. The cloth, rice, etc. currently shipped to the Principality of West Asia are also at extremely low prices. If more are added, I am afraid that the large and small sects of Simeng will suffer. Complain.
Tantaifu looked at Wen Yongxing, but did not answer whether what he said was correct or not. He just raised his head and said lightly: "It seems that His Highness has finally woken up."
"The Holy One is here——!"
Han Dongwen finally arrived.
This was the second time he saw Tantai Fu, but this time he finally felt a little more confident.
Not that he could compete with the opponent, but at least he understood some of the logic of the opponent's actions and some of the opponent's intentions.
He also knew that there was a small loophole in the long embankment of the army under the man in front of him, in that inconspicuous corner of Bailan Mountain.
"Your Highness."
This place was no different than the Taishu Pavilion where no one else was there last time. Tantai looked at Han Dongwen who was being helped up the stairs by a soldier, put his legs together slightly, and nodded slightly.
Han Dongwen quickly signaled his disapproval, carefully observed the star boat front and back, and stepped forward with admiration in his heart.
"Master Tantai, Master Wen."
He greeted in a low voice that only the two people nearby could hear.
The emperor only treated his ministers as ministers in front of others, but Tantai Fu would definitely not like him very much.
"Your Highness, I am requesting an audience this time because of Your Highness's visit to the Principality of West Asia."
Tantaifu signaled Han Dongwen to move to the side of the deck. From the height of the star boat, he could almost overlook the Huajie side.
"Lord Tantai, when...am I going to visit?"
Han Dongwen was a little embarrassed. Was this an arrangement that King Wen had made before, or was it an unexpected incident?
Should he know the time?
"Your Highness, His Highness Prince Gao hopes that you will leave in ten days at the latest." Tantaifu lowered his head slightly and replied in a deep voice.
Han Dongwen breathed a sigh of relief. Thinking about it, he shouldn't be able to remember these things clearly in the first place. They should go in one ear and out the other.
But who is Prince Gao? Why should he command me?
Isn't the head of the principality of West Asia called the Grand Duke? Could it be that the Grand Duchess already has a child?
But the grand duke’s child shouldn’t be called prince, right?
This should not be too different from Han Dongwen's own memory. The Grand Duke of the Principality of West Asia also appeared in the promotional PV. It is impossible for such a big person to disappear out of thin air.
"How is the relationship between the Grand Duke and Prince Gao... lately?"
Han Dongwen considered the words and wanted to inquire about the possible relationship between mother and son, but saw Wen Yongxing looking at him up and down with a complicated expression: "His Royal Highness Prince Gao... must still be very fond of the Grand Duke. His Highness is very fond of the Grand Duke when he visits. Don’t make Taka angry again by making any inappropriate thoughts.”
I?
Do you think something wrong?
To whom, to the Grand Duke?
Han Dongwen suddenly remembered the promotional PV he had seen before. The Grand Duke of the Principality of West Asia blocked the wind and snow for the caravan in the ice and snow. Someone also responded to the post and called her the girl with white hair...
Prince Gao is not her son, but a prince from Taka who has great intentions for her or West Asia!
Yes, no wonder he had to listen to whatever Prince Gao said.
Whatever people say, that's what Taka says.
Simeng and Xia are tied together, and they are not enough for Taka to fight!
"No, no, these concubines are enough for now, then..."
Han Dongwen scratched his head awkwardly, and suddenly seemed to remember something: "So, is it Taka who wants me to go to West Asia this time?"
This is not a meeting between Simeng and West Asia, but a game between Simeng and West Asia under the supervision of Taka?
What are you betting on? To put it superficially, the prince liked the beautiful Grand Duchess, but he didn't like Han Dongwen.
Isn't this just giving up benefits to the Principality of West Asia year after year under the supervision of Taka?
Tantai glanced at him twice: "Exactly, please make preparations as soon as possible, Your Highness."
His expression was a little solemn, and he took a step forward and gently grabbed Han Dongwen's wrist: "This time is related to the performance of Simeng and Sia in front of Taka. I hope that His Highness will be careful in his words and deeds and do his part."
Tantai Fu's voice was already very deep, and the words he just said were lowered and almost like a warning. Han Dongwen swallowed: "Master Tantai, I... what should I do?"
"We don't know yet."
Wen Yongxing on the side suddenly spoke.
"His Highness is the emperor of our country. His Highness should accept the deal on behalf of the people if we study it and accept it. Only in this way can the foundation of Simeng be preserved."
He only said half a sentence. Can Han Dongwen not accept those unacceptable transactions?
