Chapter 72: The Queen Mother’s Plan, Lure the Tiger Away from the Mountain

Inside the palace, Lang Tao met the Queen Mother of Northern Qi.

“My Queen, what do you want me to do?”

The Queen Mother of Northern Qi did not say anything and silently opened the lid of the jade box.

A Tianshan snow lotus emitting bursts of cold air was placed in the box, and the spiritual energy spread out into the sky, instantly filling the entire room.

Lang Tao’s two panda eyes showed shock and joy. He stared at the jade box, unwilling to move his eyes away for a moment.

The Queen Mother of Northern Qi smiled slightly and said, “This thing was originally given to you. Please accept it.”

As he spoke, the eunuch picked up the jade box and respectfully presented it to Lang Tao.

Looking at the treasure within reach, Lang Tao calmed down and said, “Queen Mother, if you have anything to say, just tell me.”

“I want your help to assassinate Sean.” The Queen Mother stated her purpose directly.

It would be fine if Lang Tao was in seclusion, but it’s a good opportunity to meet him now.

“Hasn’t Sean been captured?” Lang Tao frowned.

He was in seclusion for a long time this time and was not aware of the secret transactions between the two countries.

“Sean is in the inn in the capital right now, but he is protected by experts. Don’t rush to act. I will find a way to transfer those people away tomorrow to ensure that your actions are foolproof!”

“Okay, then I’ll do as the Queen Mother said and wait for your news tomorrow.”

Everyone gathered in the backyard of the inn.

“We will be entering the palace to meet the Northern Qi Emperor tomorrow, so everyone must pay attention to their image. Li Mu, remember to add a few more layers of protection to Sean’s yard.”

“I guess Northern Qi will never give up easily. We must make sure everything goes well!”

Li Chengping instructed.

He really didn’t care about Sean’s life or death. What he cared about was Yan Bingyun, a very interesting person who was loyal to the Qing Kingdom.

In the war some time ago, it was he who passed on the key intelligence that led to the successive victories.

Such a patriotic person should not be left in a foreign country!

“Don’t worry, Your Highness. I will prepare it right away.”

After Li Mu left, Li Chengping gave a few more instructions to the others before letting them disperse.

The next day came in a blink of an eye.

At daybreak, the eunuch came to the outside of the inn with the imperial edict.

After waiting for nearly half an hour, Li Chengping slowly came out.

“Let’s go.”

As he was about to set off, he was stopped by the eunuch.

“Why? Can’t we take a car to the palace?” Li Chengping’s eyes became sharp.

“Please calm down, Third Prince. His Majesty has learned that everyone has been exhausted from the journey, and has prepared a banquet. Please come.”

The eunuch bent over and smiled apologetically.

The eunuch who came to deliver the imperial edict yesterday was sentenced to caning when he returned, and he died before he could even survive today.

Although the person in front of him is the third prince of Qing Kingdom, he is not someone a eunuch like him can offend.

Thinking of using the power of another to scare others, the guy yesterday was an example!

“You mean His Majesty invites all of us to dinner? Including the soldiers who accompanied us?”

Li Chengping pretended to be shocked.

“Yes, your majesty said so.”

“Please rest assured, Third Prince. Northern Qi has always been a country of etiquette. His Majesty sincerely invites everyone. I hope you can do me the honor.”

The eunuch had a very humble attitude.

As long as he can bring Li Chengping here, his mission will be accomplished.

Li Chengping thought about it for a moment.

“Since your emperor is so enthusiastic, I naturally cannot refuse. However, there are valuables in my inn, so I need to leave some soldiers to guard it. Do you have any objection?”

“No, no, it’s all according to your wishes, Third Prince.”

The eunuch smiled apologetically.

Are you kidding? Does he dare to have any objection?
Besides, it’s just a few soldiers missing, not key figures!
The eunuch led the way in front, and Li Chengping and others followed behind in a carriage.

The imperial palace of Northern Qi was built on the site of the previous dynasty. Compared with that of Qing, it was even more luxurious and heavy. Except for Li Chengping, no one else could enter the main hall and could only wait outside the door.

Inside the palace.

Civil and military officials stood on both sides, all looking towards the door.

They were very curious about this Third Prince, whom they had never met but who was already famous all over the world.

“Announce, the envoy of Qing Kingdom is here to see you!”

As the eunuch’s sharp and loud voice came from the hall, Li Chengping stepped over the threshold and entered the main hall.

“This is Li Chengping. Isn’t he too young?”

“Yes, he looks like he is only fourteen or fifteen years old. He can write so many poems and essays that have been passed down through the ages. It’s amazing!”

“Why was such a talented person born in Qing Kingdom instead of our Qi Kingdom…”

The officials were whispering.

Li Chengping didn’t care at all. He walked slowly to the center of the main hall and bowed slightly to Zhan Doudou who was sitting on the throne.

“Li Chengping, the envoy of Qing, greets His Majesty the Emperor of Qi.”

As soon as he finished speaking, a civil servant jumped out.

“How dare you! As a subject, why don’t you kneel when you see Your Majesty?”

Li Chengping was stunned for a moment, and when he saw Zhan Doudou on the throne was also disorganized, he understood the reason.

Want to give yourself a warning? Dream on!

A fierce light flashed in Li Chengping’s eyes, and he walked over slowly.

The civil servant was frightened by Li Chengping’s aura and took two steps back.

“What do you want to do? I tell you, this is in the court!”

“Ah!”

Li Chengping chuckled and said, “Sir, what is your position?”

“I am the Minister of Rites!”

The civil servant raised his head with a look of pride on his face.

“Oh, so it’s you, Lord Minister. If that’s the case, then you must be familiar with the rules and regulations?”

“Of course, I have been an official in the court for more than ten years, and I am familiar with the etiquette and laws!”

“Oh, then I want to ask you, sir, which etiquette stipulates that members of the envoys need to kowtow to the emperor of their country?”

“This……”

The civil servant hesitated for a long time and was unable to answer.

Because there is no such rule in etiquette!
“Humph, bowing and saluting is a sign of respect for His Majesty. You are obviously arrogant!”

The civil servant snorted coldly.

“I look down on everyone?”

“According to the rules, when the delegation enters the capital, the Ministry of Rites or the Honglu Temple must send officials to greet them.”

“This time, our Qing Kingdom delegation entered the city, not only did they not meet any officials to greet them, but they were also harassed by the guards at the city gate.”

“Is this what you call the rules of Northern Qi?”

Li Chengping asked loudly.

Since the split of Former Wei, Qi and Qing took advantage of the situation to rise.

Although the countries are different, the etiquette systems are the same.

“This, this may be because the official in charge of welcoming us was delayed by something.”

The civil servant hesitated, but his momentum was obviously much weaker.

“How can such an important matter be delayed? It seems that your country is not very serious about this transaction!”

Li Chengping smiled coldly.

The civil servant was speechless.

In order to prevent the incident from further escalating, Zhan Doudou hurried to stop it.

“Enough! The reception of the envoys was indeed the negligence of the Ministry of Rites and the Honglu Temple. Pass on my order to immediately dismiss all officials of the Ministry of Rites and the Honglu Temple!”

(End of this chapter)