Chapter 272 and the Princess
Many people were stunned when they heard this announcement. Didn't they say that this Mingli Gong mainly arrived two days later? Why did you come here today to attend Situ Canglin's birthday banquet?
Mu Qingya's eyes flashed and darkly restrained the smile on her lips. She thought it must have been arranged by Duanmu Lingyu. The Situ family had a detached position in Canglan. Last time, Situ Ye happened. Although the emperor was angry, he did not have much resentment against the Situ family. Now the first thing Duan Mu Mingli rushed to Canglan was not to enter the palace to salute Mo Ao, but to attend the banquet of the head of the Situ family. There are many implications in it. With Mo Ao's recent thoughts, it's strange that he doesn't have much doubt!
At the door, a girl dressed in a cold palace slowly walked in. The bright eyes have a faint smile, and the jade lips have a warm smile. The beads on the head slowly shake with the pace, and every step looks extremely elegant, making people unable to move their eyes.
Mu Qingya was also secretly surprised. She knew that Duanmu Mingli was born well, but it was the first time she saw her dressed up. She didn't expect that she would be so touching, even compared with her. In particular, the gentleness and warmth emanating from her eyes seem to be able to warm people's hearts straight through her eyes.
"Danmu Mingli gave a gift to Princess Ningping."
Princess Ningping is divided into generations, but she is Yuhan's princess. Su Ri'an can't salute and no one will say anything, but her salute in place still gives her face.
"Princess Mingli is free of courtesy."
Princes Ning Ping stood up and helped her up in person: "The princess is really good-looking. Sure enough, she is unmatched by others."
Danmu Mingli smiled, but looked at Mu Qingya: "Qingya, I haven't seen you for a long time."
Mu Qingya smiled and saluted: "I've seen Princess Mingli."
Danmu Mingli reached out to hold her when she bent her knees: "Why are you so separated from me? I have always wanted to thank you, but I didn't find a chance because of my health. When I get better, I will come to you, but I heard that you have come to the vicissitudes of life for your brother's illness. I have always known that you love your little brother very much, but I didn't expect to stay away from his hometown for him. It really makes me feel sad to hear it.
Mu Qingya drew a warm current in her heart. Princess Mingli's words explained her purpose of coming to Canglan clearly, and even faintly added her reputation. After a short time, rumors about her charm will disappear a lot.
"I'm just a minister. How can I help the princess, and I dare not accept the princess's gratitude."
Duanmu Mingli held Mu Qingya's hand and looked up at Princess Ningping: "Princess, Mingli has a merciless request. Can you arrange Qingya and this princess together so that we can talk more?"
Princess Ningping was stunned and then gritted her teeth. This Duanmu Mingli was really eventful. Originally, she wanted to take this opportunity to get rid of Mu Qingya. If it was arranged with her, wouldn't it be inconvenient to do it?
"Princess has a noble status, naturally it is time to arrange a detached position, this..."
"Princess Ningping is worried too much. Qingya and I have known each other for many years. As a princess, she is kind to me. Naturally, she can sit with me."
"In that case, the princess will arrange it." When Duanmu Mingli said this, it was naturally difficult for her to refuse, so she could only agree.
Mu Qingya's expression remained calm as she moved away from the guests. Duanmu Mingli held her hand and never let go, and she naturally couldn't pull it back: "Thank you for the princess's maintenance words just now."
Duanmu Mingli looked at Mu Qingya carefully, and then laughed softly: "You are really like what the royal brother said."
Mu Qingya was slightly surprised: "Did the emperor and the princess talk about me?"
"Well, it's also accidental. I went to the scene building that day and happened to see my brother there. I chatted with him for a few words. You are full of words. Every time he mentions your name, his face is smiling and looks particularly heartwarming. Because there are no other maids around far away from the guests, Duanmu Mingli doesn't have much scruples when talking.
Mu Qingya seemed to think of that scene, and a smile appeared on her lips: "Is he okay?"
"I think you know that he led the troops to the Northwest Camp."
Seeing Mu Qingya's slightly gloomy face, Duan Mu Mingli smiled and said, "You don't have to worry too much. These days, he is not working for nothing. He has many cronies around him, and naturally will protect him. Besides, even for you, he will return safely, won't he?"
Mu Qingya smiled and said, "The princess is joking." He didn't think so, but a warmth flashed in his eyes.
"It doesn't matter if you don't admit it. Anyway, I must send you back this time."
Mu Qingya was shocked: "Princess, you..."
Danmu Mingli's eyes were stained with a smile: "I have always heard that you are extremely quiet, and it is also an honor to surprise you. Well, this is not the place to talk. When we return to the Canglan Palace, we can have a good chat. I have heard a lot about you. I think Princess Ningping won't let you be too peaceful!"
Mu Qingya smiled relievedly: "It's a blessing, not a curse. It's a curse that can't be avoided. As long as I have a clear conscience, why care about them! Moreover, I don't want to be with anyone. How can I let them bully me?
"I'm relieved. My brother said that even he admires your wisdom. I heard that after coming to Canglan, you have attended a lot of banquets, and there is no one that can live in peace!"
"Canglan is different from Yuhan. As long as there is something to do, it will arouse people like to hold a banquet and invite others to attend, but what you said is really reasonable. Since coming to Canglan, every banquet has been extremely quiet."
Duanmu Mingli smiled and flashed a happy light in her eyes: "I'm here to help you. If you need my cooperation, don't be polite."
Mu Qingya was stunned and didn't expect Duanmu Mingli to say it so bluntly. A trace of surprise flashed in her heart, but it did not arouse her disgust, and even vaguely felt that she could trust: "Thank you, princess."
After a while, a maid came to send a message: "I have met Princess Mingli and Princess Mu. The front banquet is ready. Please come to the table."
Mu Qingya and Duanmu Mingli looked at each other and walked to the front yard together.
Many men in the front yard heard the news of Princess Mingli's coming, congratulated Situ Canglin, and complimented her with extreme compliments. But Situ Canglin's face was not very good, and he also thought of the emperor's reaction. In recent years, with the growth of the princes, the power in his hands has become weaker and weaker, but the emperor wants to be able to control the whole vicissitudes of life. His repeated persuasion has been blocked by him. Even because of Situ Ye's incident, it has caused him a little grudge, which makes him more and more afraid to act rashly. He did not expect Duan Muming. Li rushed over directly. Isn't this birth to show that the Situ family is more important than the emperor Mo Ao?
Situ Fenghua also thought of this, and his heart was full of anger. He thought that this was the trick used by Yuhan. It was really a vicious thought to use this to attack the Situ family and then disturb the vicissitudes of life! While thinking about it, I saw two beautiful people coming side by side at the door.
On one side, a woman he had never seen before. She was wearing a gem-rimson gold-embroidered phoenix peony palace suit, with two phoenix beads on her head and jade hairpins. Her eyes were like water and her face was like morning glow. Her every move showed extremely rigorous royal upbring, especially the noble temperament, from a meticulous hair. Spreading to the hidden tip of the shoe, the whole body seems to be shrouded in clouds, which makes people dare not desecrate from afar. On the other side, Mu Qingya, whom he has seen, is dressed in a haze silver silk gauze top, with a rose purple peony pattern brocade skirt, and colorful silk and silk satin around her waist. With her unparalleled appearance and noble temperament, she is no less than the beautiful Duanmu next to her! These two, like two gorgeous peonies competing for beauty, instantly grabbed everyone's attention.
Mu Qingya stepped back a little, motioned respect for Duanmu Mingli, and followed her to the front.
"Princess Yuhan Duanmu Mingli saluted the master of the Situ family."
"The old minister doesn't dare. The princess is a broken old minister."
Duanmu Mingli stood upright, just nodding and saluteing, but made Situ Canglin stand up quickly. Although his status is detached, he is the minister of Canglan. Even if the princess in front of him is Yuhan, he dares not accept her gifts, otherwise the matter will reach Mo Ao's ears, and he doesn't know what he will be like.
Mu Qingya's eyes moved slightly, and her lips couldn't help but raise her slightly. Is this Princess Mingli asking for something that Princess Ningping couldn't afford to salute?
"Quick, Princess Mingli and Princess Mu, please take a seat."
As soon as Situ Canglin's words fell, a maid hurried forward to lead them to sit down.
Except for Princess Ningping, Duanmu Mingli is the highest. She doesn't sit down, and the female guests behind her have to wait. This banquet is really lively.
Watching the two sit down and arrange a group of female guests, Situ Canglin breathed a sigh of relief. He had not encountered such an embarrassing scene for a long time.
The banquet continued. Although Duanmu Mingli and Mu Qingya attracted the attention of many people, many people still focused on Situ Yanran. After all, although she had been punished, she was the only legitimate daughter of the Situ family. If she hadn't been young, the crown princess would have done it. Now look at her move. Being elegant and courteous, many people secretly make their own calculations.
"Grandfather, Yanran made my grandfather angry some time ago. Thanks to my grandfather's careful teaching, I realized it. Today, I take this opportunity to offer a birthday gift, hoping that my grandfather will live a long life and health." Situ Yanran saluted everyone with a decent smile.