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Chapter 792 Is the Princess Who Protects the Nation Really That Powerful? I've Taken a Flirt wi

Using marriage to quell disputes was something that every emperor in history was happy to see. Over the past hundred years, the court has spent a lot of manpower and resources to quell the turmoil along the coast. The main reason was simply that it was mentally exhausting.

Because of the sea, the ships and personnel sent by Dongfu Kingdom each time were not many, and it was not difficult to defeat them. However, precisely because of this, Dongfu Kingdom was able to preserve its basic strength and had the capacity to invade every year.

Now, the Dongfu Kingdom has taken the initiative to show its sincerity, sending an envoy to visit for the first time in a century, and also revealing the news of choosing a son-in-law. As long as Princess Lingyu chooses a son-in-law she likes, peace will be ushered in between the two countries.

In reality, Dazeguo is not afraid of an island nation separated by the sea. It's just that there is pressure to govern the borders in the north, west, and south. If the east is quiet, it will give them some breathing room, which is certainly a good thing.

Therefore, even though they had been unhappy for many years, the imperial family still prepared a grand welcoming ceremony to give the other party ample face.

A grand banquet was held in the palace, attended not only by important officials, but also by princes of the royal family, heirs of princes, and noble sons of high-ranking families.

Princess Lingyu was not particularly beautiful, but she had a noble bearing and exuded supreme majesty. She always had a blank expression and didn't talk much, giving people a sense of being unapproachable.

At the center of the grand banquet, songs, dances, acrobatics, and musical performances unfolded one after another, showcasing the grandeur and style of a great nation.

The emperor made polite remarks, and Lingyu nodded in acknowledgment, occasionally replying with a few words, her gaze unintentionally falling on a woman below the throne.

The other party was also dressed in finery, and although he was in the midst of a grand banquet, he seemed detached from it all, with an indifferent expression.

But the person sitting in this position is no ordinary person.

Moreover, the woman exuded an aura of unwavering resolve, as if nothing could shake her will, and she could easily resolve any situation.

This is a confidence based on strength, a calmness that indicates certainty of victory.

Looking closely at his age, he seems to be only sixteen or seventeen years old.

Princess Lingyu became interested and asked, "Could the person sitting below the Emperor also be a princess of the Great Swamp Kingdom?"

Moreover, he should be the empress's legitimate son, but the problem is that in the Daze Kingdom, men are superior to women, so the one sitting in this position should be a respected prince.

The emperor laughed heartily and proudly introduced, "This is the national treasure of Daze Kingdom, Princess Zhenguo. Although she is not my biological daughter, she is better than my own. Princess Zhenguo is quite knowledgeable and effective in everything from farming and sericulture to irrigation and military formations. Everyone in Daze Kingdom knows the reputation of Princess Zhenguo and admires her."

Qiao Lian'er nodded slightly to Ling Yu, which was considered a greeting.

Lingyu was somewhat surprised that there was such an extraordinary woman in Daze Kingdom. She was the legitimate princess of Dongfu Kingdom and was the most valued by her father and mother. She had learned a lot of things since childhood, covering all aspects, and applied them in practice, solving many problems for Dongfu Kingdom. She also had the reputation of being unparalleled in wisdom.

From a young age, she felt that she was unique. She thought that all the women in the world were fools trapped at home, worrying about trivial matters, but she was different. She was a truly useful person with a vast world to explore.

This is what she is most proud of.

Seeing the Zhenguo Princess of Daze Kingdom receiving such high praise, and the Emperor even placing her above his own princesses and princes, she always felt that the other party was superior to her.

"In that case, Princess Zhenguo truly possesses extraordinary talent. I hope to receive more guidance from her in the future."

Lingyu smiled.

“I also want to learn more from Princess Lingyu,” Qiao Lian’er said.

"I've vaguely heard some rumors, but I don't know if they're just hearsay. If I've been presumptuous, I hope Princess Lingyu won't take it to heart," the Emperor said with great interest.

"Your Majesty, please speak plainly."

"It is said that Princess Lingyu has come to Daze Kingdom to choose a husband from Daze Kingdom and bring him back to Dongfu Kingdom. Now, our dynasty's princes, royal heirs, and sons of officials of the second rank or above are all present at the banquet. I wonder if Princess Lingyu has anyone she likes."

The princes, heirs, and young masters all kept their heads down, avoiding eye contact with Princess Lingyu.

Who would be willing to cross the ocean to become a prince consort in an unfamiliar foreign land?

Everyone knows that Dongfu is a poor country, but its navy is brave and fierce, relying on plundering resources from other island nations to supply the country's needs.

Beside Princess Lingyu was an envoy in his forties, with a square face and a dignified air; he was likely a respected minister of the Eastern Fu Kingdom.

The two whispered to each other, discussing something in hushed tones.

"Your Majesty, I cannot make a decision yet. After all, marriage is a lifelong matter, and I need to learn more about it in the next few days before I can make a preliminary judgment."

"Very well, this is not an ordinary marriage, but a marriage between two countries, so it should be considered more seriously. Princess Lingyu will temporarily return to the embassy to settle down. If she wants to learn about any prince or heir, she can go to the Ministry of Revenue or the Court of State Ceremonies, and there will be relevant personnel to receive her," the Emperor said.

Princess Lingyu picked up her cup, took a sip of tea, and glanced at the princes and heirs out of the corner of her eye.

She noticed something.

A handsome young man in white, with exquisite features, gazed at the Princess Zhenguo sitting below the Emperor, his eyes filled with admiration.

Moreover, the young man's expression didn't suggest unrequited love, but rather a tacit understanding, indicating that the two were already quite familiar with each other.

This young master, seated in the royal seat, must be the heir of some prince. Such a status is quite remarkable and something to be proud of. Yet, he looks at the Princess Zhenguo with such eyes, which is not only out of genuine affection but also with a resolute determination to follow her for life.

To follow is an attitude towards the strong!

Earlier, Princess Lingyu felt that the emperor was praising the Zhenguo Princess too much.

Judging from this young master's attitude now, it's probably 70-80% true.

The grand banquet lasted for three hours before everyone left, their enthusiasm waning.

The princes and heirs all had a worried look on their faces. If Princess Lingyu made a decision today, it would be good and everyone could breathe a sigh of relief. But until it was decided, they would all have to be on tenterhooks.

They dared not disobey the emperor's will. If the emperor could resolve the chaos of war with just one person, he would never waste resources and cause hardship to the people. This was true in any dynasty.

However, the emperor still made reservations and did not allow Chu Yaoce to appear, since Chu Yaoce, as the crown prince, was to inherit the throne.

The envoys from the Eastern Fu Kingdom stayed at the embassy arranged by the Honglu Temple, located on the main street outside the palace.

"The embassy has prepared all personnel to be at your service at any time. Princess Lingyu, please feel free to make any requests you may have."

"This is what Minister Gu of the Court of State Ceremonies said."

“I would like to ask you about someone,” Lingyu said.