After the envoys took their seats, Chu Wei smiled and asked the ministers to raise their glasses to welcome him. Murong Chunlai stood up with a smile, holding a wine glass in his hand and said: "When I was in Qiudi, I had long heard that the people of Dahui were living and working in peace and contentment.
In fact, I know etiquette, and I know what I say is true along the way. This time we rashly asked for an audience, and we received such grand hospitality from His Majesty, which really makes us feel ashamed. In order to show my respect to Qiu Di, I
I have also prepared three gifts, please accept them with your Majesty's approval."
What he said was beautiful. While the ministers lamented that Prince Qiu Di was very well-educated and not at all like Qiu Di's barbarian style, they couldn't help but secretly rejoice at the honor of being a courtier of the people of Dahui.
But even so, everyone was still full of expectations for the "gift" he mentioned.
Although the Qiudi Kingdom lacks material resources and relies on nomadic herding for a living, and its people are also rough in character and lack etiquette and education, it is rich in rare treasures from heaven and earth.
Once such rare treasures appear, they will be snapped up immediately, leaving them with a price but no market.
"The prince is interested. He has long heard about the many treasures of the Qiudi Kingdom. It seems that today I and all the officials will be blessed." Although Chu Wei was already accustomed to the indispensable gifts for envoys to visit, he could still read from his tone.
I listened with some interest.
Murong Chunlai smiled slightly and said, "The small country is poor, so it's good not to disappoint His Majesty."
After saying that, he clapped his hands.
Soon, three Qiudi women wearing blue gauze skirts and veils came in outside the door, holding large boxes in their hands.
"The first gift is wine and a luminous cup for Your Majesty." After the woman stood still, Murong Chunlai opened the first box.
As the box opened, the fragrance of grapes and the mellow aroma of wine instantly overflowed. At the same time, the box also emitted a full of light, making it look radiant.
The courtiers suddenly felt that the wine in front of them had become dull, and they couldn't help but crane their necks to look at the purple-red glass cup in the woman's hand.
When Chu Wei coughed slightly, everyone came back to their senses as if they were waking up from a dream.
Chu Wei smiled slightly and nodded, "Grape wine luminous cup, I have long heard that the wine of Qiu Di country is the most delicious in the world, but it is really difficult to transport, and my people in Dahui rarely have the opportunity to enjoy it. The prince traveled a long distance this time
, it’s really not easy, I’m very grateful.”
"It is our honor to be favored by His Majesty." Murong Chunlai lowered his eyes, put his hand on his chest and returned the salute.
Just when the woman was about to serve the wine, Chu Wei suddenly waved her hand to stop, "It would be a pity if only I could enjoy such delicious food. I wonder if the prince would be willing for me to share this wine with all the officials."
share?"
"Your Majesty is kind and kind, how dare we spoil your Majesty's good intentions, but what is in this box is indeed for Your Majesty and the Queen. We have already prepared the items for you all." After saying this, Murong Chunlai waved his hand.
Two people who looked like guards from Qiudi Kingdom immediately appeared in everyone's field of vision, carrying a huge oval wooden barrel in their hands.
Even though they were prepared, all the ministers could not help but be shocked by this posture.
The smile on Chu Wei's face condensed slightly, and a hint of depth flashed in his eyes. Although Prince Qiu Di acted like this, it was not rude, but he was obviously prepared.
Since he came prepared, he had other plans.
At Chu Wei's signal, the wine was distributed one by one to the ministers present. Chu Wei's wine was served by Murong Chunlai himself in a luminous cup and then served by the young eunuch.
Looking at the glowing purple-red liquid, Chu Wei smiled slightly and calmly picked up the glass cup, "We will live up to Qiu Di's kindness."
Following Chu Wei's instructions, everyone raised their wine glasses.
In the corner, Zhang Qingjiu looked at the cup in front of him, and then at the person standing in the hall who had attracted all the attention. There was a hint of a smile at the corner of his mouth.
At that time, she told Yunque that she could not keep those who should leave.
But there was one thing he didn't tell her, that is, when it's time to show up, that person will naturally show up.
"Sure enough, the fragrance lingers on the lips and teeth." After drinking the wine, Chu Wei slowly put down the wine glass in his hand and said with a smile on his lips, "Paired with this luminous cup, it really makes people have endless aftertaste."
"Thank you for your compliment, Your Majesty." Murong Chun returned the gift, then turned his attention to Murong Qingwan who was next to Chu Wei, "The second gift, we would like to present to the Queen."
"I?" Murong Qingwan was stunned for a moment, and subconsciously looked at Chu Wei with a trace of confusion in her eyes.
"Yes." Murong Chunlai smiled faintly and nodded, "The Queen empress is well behaved and dignified. She is a model for women in the world. I, Miss Qiudi, have long admired the Empress. This gift is also
Queen Qiu Di, I hope the Queen will accept the kindness that Miss Qiu Di has shown to the Queen."
Having said all this, if you don't accept it, then it will be just a shame for Da Hui's petty family.
Chu Wei chuckled lightly and patted Murong Qingwan's hand.
"The second gift is the malachite from Qiu Di. The piece I present to the Queen today is the precious Maurya King stone among malachites. The young king has asked craftsmen to inlay it into a necklace so that the Queen can wear it.
"
If wine is the delicacy of Qiu Di, then malachite is even more the treasure of Qiu Di.
Malachite is a type of gemstone that is loved by the world because of its diverse colors, luster and beauty.
It is said that anyone who wears malachite can maintain good health and prolong life; if a woman wears it, she will stay young and look immortal. Therefore, this malachite was once coveted by women and they could not get it.
The Qiudi royal family has also brought the mining of malachite under its control a long time ago. Nowadays, if the world wants to get a piece of malachite, it is like reaching the sky, not to mention that it is difficult to find one in a hundred years. Only the direct descendants of the Qiudi royal family can wear it.
The Maurya Stone!
Qiu Diguo's coming this time is really a big deal!
Murong Qingwan had obviously also heard the rumors about the malachite, and couldn't help but smile and said, "This kind of treasure is really rare. I would like to thank Qiu Di for his kindness."
Hearing these words, Murong Chunlai narrowed his eyes and revealed a hint of deep meaning at the corner of his mouth, "If it were someone else, I, Qiu Di, might not be willing to give it to anyone else, but it is most appropriate to give it to the Queen."
What he said was extremely flattering. Everyone always felt that something was wrong, but they couldn't feel it.
Until a faint sigh came from the corner, the ministers turned their heads, and their eyes lit up immediately.
Murong Chunlai also followed and looked over.
The four eyes faced each other in the air, but there was no wave in their eyes.
Zhang Qingjiu looked at the people in the distance, holding the half-empty wine glass in his hand, and smiled softly, "The second prince really wants to give me this treasure, Queen Dahui?"
Murong Chunlai raised the corners of her lips, "It must be the Queen."
When the ministers saw Zhang Qingjiu nodding thoughtfully, they thought she would say something different again, so they all looked forward to it.
Wherever Mr. Xiao Zhang is, there will be fun to watch!
Even Chu Wei and Murong Qingwan's eyes were a little more solemn.
However, Zhang Qingjiu, who was under the spotlight of everyone, put down the wine glass in his hand without hesitation and raised the corner of his mouth, "Okay, then you give it to me."