Peace Order
Chapter 185 - 98 Noble Consort Xue’s Generous Gift!_2

Chapter 185: Chapter 98 Noble Consort Xue’s Generous Gift!_2

He finally went back with three little puppies in his arms.

His face flushed with drunkenness, he gesticulated with his hands and whispered,

"The Emperor of Chen Country, a Saint in the Central Plains, requires one hundred and fifty duck tongues for a single bowl of soup, discarding the rest of the meat. If that meat were given to us, there would be a bit of meat in everyone’s bowl, a luxury only afforded during festivals!"

"I’ve heard that in the Imperial Palace, during autumn and winter, they hang beautiful silk on the trees to mimic the scenery of spring. After a few days of being exposed to the wind and sun, when the silk loses its luster, they take it down, throw it away, and replace it with new ones, such generosity."

"We have only a few thousand households, yet every one of them is a brave warrior capable of horse riding and shooting."

"I think, there should be no problems."

"We are willing to die for them, in hope that they will give us a piece of land, a stable life. Aren’t a few thousand valiant and fearless cavalrymen worth that much? Is our life worth less than the discarded meat? The Saint of Central Plains, the Emperor, should be able to make this calculation clear!"

Learning the Tiele language wasn’t hard, and Li Guanyi had picked up some while being beaten. He could only understand about sixty to seventy percent of what Qibi Li said, but he finally understood. Qibi Li didn’t just come seeking aid; he knew the harsh reality of the world, that it was a time of chaos, yet he still came.

He saw the chaos and knew the importance of martial power within it.

So he staked his own life in this chaotic world as a bargaining chip.

All for the sake of leaving the children of his tribes a better future.

Li Guanyi said, "That should be possible, I wish you success."

These words came from the heart.

He paused, then in the Tiele language, said, "If the worst comes to pass and you need help, you can find me at the Xue Family."

"Just say you’re there to spar with me."

The young man patted Qibi Li on the shoulder.

With the force of the Third Prince of Tiele’s Golden Scimitar.

Qibi Li’s slightly drunken eyes suddenly became sharp and clear as he stared intensely at the young man from the Central Plains. How could this heroic youth, whom he saw upon entering the city, know the intricate variations of Tiele martial arts?!

The eunuch said, "Gentlemen, if you’ve rested enough, we should continue."

"The other two distinguished guests have already arrived at the Imperial Garden."

Li Guanyi said, "It’s a meeting between the living Buddha from the Western Regions and the Prince of Dangxiang, concerning the Western Regions."

"Then I will not go."

The youth smiled and said, "We’ve talked enough on our journey here. To continue would make Elder Xue and my aunt worry about me. Brother Qibi Li, if you have time later, come have a drink with me."

The eunuch breathed a sigh of relief.

The upcoming talks were indeed not suitable for outsiders to attend.

Thus, his smile became much warmer as he said, "Alright, I’ll have someone take Captain Li back to Noble Consort Xue’s palace, and Khan, please accompany me to the Imperial Garden. The distinguished guests are waiting there."

Li Guanyi and Qibi Li parted with promises to meet and drink together in the future.

Li Guanyi left the place.

He did not look back, his expression calm, as if nothing had happened, just as the starry sky above was tranquil. But inside, he was filled with intense emotions. He wanted to see the Qilin; he needed to know how the Qilin was faring at the moment.

Li Guanyi looked up slightly—

The Imperial Guard...

What Li Guanyi did not expect was that on his way back, he would encounter the Ritual Eunuch again. To Li Guanyi’s surprise, the eunuch smiled and said, "I came to hurry along my ineffective godson, who has been leading the way too slowly. To think I would encounter Captain Li here."

"So, Captain Li is acquainted with that Khan of Tiele."

"Since he has already taken the Khan to the Imperial Garden, I will not press them further. To do so would make it seem as though Chen Country, a great nation, lacks generosity. You should go ahead, and I will take Captain Li back."

He gave a command to the young eunuch, smiled, picked up the lantern, and walked with Li Guanyi toward the palace. Li Guanyi’s mind was tranquil as he continued to contemplate the Formation of Qilin Palace, but with the "Imperial Pole Worldly Scripture" and the "Four Symbols Sealing Spirit Formation" he had learned, he could only handle Fixed Forms.

This change was giving him a bit of trouble.

He was also worried that impulsive reckoning might attract unwanted consequences.

So he remained much calmer. The Ritual Eunuch, carrying the lantern, slowed his pace and said softly,

"Captain Li, I have something to say. It might not be pleasant to hear, but after much thought, I feel it must be said. I was planning to speak when we sent you out of the palace, but now that we have this opportunity alone, I’m going to be frank."

Li Guanyi said, "Please speak, sir."

The eunuch was silent for a moment, then said, "That General Yuwen Lie might still be discontent with you and hold hostility. Should their Crown Prince or Prince invite you to a banquet or the like, you must be cautious. Although they are amongst the most esteemed in the land, it is better to avoid attending if possible."

"I’ll be bold and say this, even if it’s audacious and disrespectful— the world is not yet stable."

"You are considered a young hero in our Chen Country, but to Ying Country, you are a thorn in the side that they want to remove as soon as possible. Over the years, many young talents died due to the schemes of other countries."

"What Ying Country has done to Chen Country, I suppose Chen has never shown mercy to Ying Country either."

The eunuch hesitated, looked around, and, to strengthen his argument and concern that the young man might be too impulsive and unyielding, he brought up an example, whispering,