After Shen Yuanzhan read the letter, his expression changed slightly.
"He... still has good methods."
Who is this "him" in Shen Yuanzhan's mouth? Qiao Zhongguo and Xiao Hongda both know it.
"Qiao Aiqing, since Princess Nanning trusts you, you should go to Nanli Country this time."
"Speaking of which, I also owe Princess Nanning a favor."
It was Meng Guxue who predicted that his father would kill him with poisoned wine, which completely hardened his heart.
Moreover, if Qiao Aiqing's trip can help Baili Chengyou succeed to the throne, it will also be of great benefit to peace between the two countries.
"The father-in-law is more familiar with Nanli Country. Qiao Aiqing and the father-in-law exchange information a lot. We must return safely."
Qiao Zhongguo bowed in agreement, and before leaving the imperial study, he suddenly added: "Your Majesty, I should take Jiaojiao with me."
The Holy Emperor loved Jiaojiao very much and would bring her into the palace from time to time. Qiao Zhongguo thought about it for a long time and thought that whether he could take his daughter with him would require the Holy Emperor's consent.
"Jiaojiao is going too?"
Shen Yuanzhan was really surprised when he heard this, and immediately looked worried.
"Qiao Aiqing, Jiaojiao is young after all. I'm afraid she's not used to traveling long distances."
Qiao Zhongguo had already thought of his words in his mind and said with a "fearful" look on his face:
"Your Majesty, you also know that although Jiaojiao is small, she is really precocious and has big ideas."
"I just let something slip in front of her. She grabbed me by the leg of my trousers and cried and shouted to come with me. When I didn't agree, she rolled on the ground and refused to get up——"
Shen Yuanzhan: "..."
Are you sure Mr. Qiao has not substituted his own usual virtue?
"If Jiaojiao really wants to go, Aiqing must protect her. I will send more people during this trip. Aiqing must bring Jiaojiao back in full."
Qiao Zhongguo nodded repeatedly.
That's natural!
Jiaojiao is his baby bump, and he is afraid it will melt even if he holds it in his mouth!
After getting angry with the emperor, Qiao Zhongguo went back and started preparations.
Of course, you still have to reply to Meng Guxue first.
After Mrs. Qiao learned about this, she was so uncomfortable that she couldn't sleep all night.
It will take at least two or three months to go to Nanli Country, and Jiaojiao has never been away from her side for such a long time.
But Mrs. Qiao is someone who understands the overall situation. She knows that they have big things to do when they go to Nanli Country this time, so she can only hug Jiaojiao again and again, secretly shedding tears a few times.
Soon, the Holy Spirit's decree came down.
Qiao Zhongguo led the delegation to Nanli State to celebrate his birthday, and Qiao Tianjing, the Minister of Household Affairs, accompanied him.
Qiao Diyi also wants to go.
But the martial arts examination will be held in August this year. He signed up early and must not miss it.
Moreover, Shen Yuanzhan was waiting for Qiao Diyi to take over the leadership position before entrusting him with important responsibilities.
Qiao Tianjing must go. He has a good brain. This time he will definitely face off against Shen Yuanbai. I'm afraid he will have to rely on Qiao Tianjing to decide the outcome in one fell swoop.
As for the plug-in Jiaojiao, just bring it with you!
On July 20th, the Yong Dynasty envoy set out from the South City Gate.
Xiao Si's face was crying and full of reluctance.
In fact, he had already made trouble twice. He wanted to go to Nanli Country with Jiaojiao, but Shen Yuanzhan rejected both times.
Now that Xiaosi is ten years old, Shen Yuanzhan will let him go, but it doesn't sound right for a six-year-old prince to go to another country to celebrate his birthday.
Now he was held in Qiao Diyi's arms, holding Qiao Jiaojiao's hand and reluctant to let go.
Xiao Si: ｡°(°¯᷄◠¯᷅°)°｡
"Sister Qiao, it's a long way to go, so you must take care of yourself."
Qiao Diyi: ๐·°(৹˃̵﹏˂̵৹)°·๐
"Little sister, second brother can't bear to leave you!"
Qiao Zhongguo: "..."
"What do you two look like..."
With a smile on her face, Qiao Jiaojiao hugged her second brother and then her fourth brother.
"Second brother, Xiaosi, Jiaojiao will be back soon!"
The time to set off was approaching, and Qiao Zhongguo also looked serious.
"Second brother, you are the only grown man left in the family."
Qiao Tianjing also stepped forward and patted Qiao Diyi on the shoulder, feeling full of reluctance.
Seeing this, Qiao Diyi nodded solemnly, "Dad, brother, don't worry!"
Afterwards, Qiao Zhongguo carried Qiao Jiaojiao into the carriage. Aunt Liu was accompanying her to take care of Jiaojiao.
The group of people just carried the generous gifts and headed south to leave the country.
Qiao Jiaojiao leaned out of the car window and waved to Qiao Diyi and Xiaosi.
Qiao Jiaojiao: ( O̴̶̷᷄ ·̫ O̴̶̷̥᷅ )⑅୨
Qiao Diyi, Xiaosi: =͟͟͞͞(๑•̩̩̩̩＿•̩̩̩̩ ﾉ)ﾉ
I burst into tears instantly.
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South from the country.
After Meng Guxue received Qiao Zhongguo's reply, she almost jumped three feet high!
Xiao Tao knew that her young lady and General Qiao had been exchanging letters. Now that the young lady had cleared away the haze of these days, she couldn't help but ask with concern:
"Miss, is there any good news?"
Meng Guxue quickly walked forward, hugged Xiao Tao, and shouted happily:
"Xiao Tao, Master Qiao is really coming!"
"Uuuuuuuuah, as soon as I heard that Master Qiao was coming, I immediately felt confident!"
Xiao Tao couldn't help but smile when she heard this. It was General Qiao who saved the young lady and her life!
"Miss, that's great! This way, you don't have to worry all day long!"
Meng Guxue couldn't help but her eyes turned red when she thought about how difficult this period was. She turned her head and thought for a moment, then suddenly opened the door and walked out.
Seeing this, Xiao Tao hurriedly followed, "Miss, where are you going?"
Meng Guxue said without looking back: "Look for Baili Chengyou, I want to take someone to pick up Mr. Qiao!"
Shen Yuanbai is in the capital now, and he will definitely know the news that Master Qiao is coming to Nanli Kingdom soon.
With his methods, what if Master Qiao is ambushed halfway?
Mr. Qiao is here to support her, she can't hold him back!
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The eldest prince's villa.
Yin Zhu walked quickly into the yard and knocked on the door.
"Enter."
A cold voice came from the house.
Yin Zhu opened the door and saw Shen Yuanbai standing at the wooden table in front of the window practicing calligraphy.
"Sir, there is important news!"
Shen Yuanbai never raised his head, but simply asked: "What's the news?"
Yinzhu took a deep breath and said quickly: "The envoy from the Yong Dynasty to celebrate his birthday has set off, and the leader is - Qiao Zhongguo!"
Shen Yuanbai shook his right hand, and half of the paper he had finally written was instantly useless.
As if he didn't realize it, he slowly raised his head and confirmed again:
"It's not Xiao Hongda, it's Qiao Zhongguo?"
Yin Zhu nodded repeatedly, "Yes, Qiao Tianjing is accompanying him, and this time Qiao Zhongguo even brought his little daughter with him!"
After hearing this, Shen Yuanbai slowly put down his pen, his breathing suddenly became rapid, and the veins on the back of his hands bulged faintly.
"very good--"
"Yinzhu, this time we have to fight to keep Qiao Zhongguo in Nanli forever."
When Yin Zhu heard this, his face was full of fighting spirit, and he nodded immediately.
"yes!"
Qiao Zhongguo's name will never be forgotten by Yinzhu.
But this time, Qiao Zhongguo actually threw himself into the trap and came to her territory!
"Let me think about it..."
Shen Yuanbai tapped the wooden table lightly with his fingertips, a look of deep thought flashed across his face.
The next moment, he suddenly raised his head and asked, "Yinzhu, have you picked out the things I asked you to prepare for the Third Princess?"
Upon hearing this, Yin Zhu immediately took out a small wooden box from his arms and handed it to Shen Yuanbai with both hands.
"Sir, this is it!"
Shen Yuanbai nodded when he heard this, and did not reach out to pick it up. He just said lightly:
"Look for an opportunity and be sure to plant it on her——"
