TFWYH – Chapter 759 Hospitality for the Envoy

Ling Yu raised an eyebrow slightly.

“I am doing quite well. Thank you for your concern, Prime Minister.”

“Naturally. A man in the midst of happy events is full of spirit. Not only do you have County Lady Wengnai as your wife, but you also enjoy His Majesty’s favor. In less than half a year, you’ve already risen to the position of Minister. Truly unprecedented—without equal in the past or future. Of course things are going splendidly for you.”

At this point, Prime Minister Gu suddenly changed his tone.

“However, Minister Ling, this old man must still offer you a piece of advice: spare others when possible, lest you suffer losses in the end. What do you think?”

Ling Yu smiled.

“Spare others when possible? I am not the kind of person who repays grievances with kindness. Rather than regretting things afterward, one should simply do what ought to be done in the present. Wouldn’t you agree, Prime Minister Gu?”

Prime Minister Gu narrowed his eyes dangerously.

“Throughout history, countless people have lost their lives because of arrogance and overconfidence. Minister Ling, are you not the least bit concerned about yourself?”

“Ling Yu walks upright and sits upright. I have nothing to fear.”

He paused before continuing meaningfully:

“On the contrary, Prime Minister, it is not that retribution never comes—it simply has not arrived yet. Walk enough night roads, and sooner or later you’ll encounter a ghost. Please… do be careful.”

After giving Prime Minister Gu a significant look, Ling Yu ignored the darkening expression on the old man’s face and led Tang Wan away by the hand.

Tang Wan glanced back at Prime Minister Gu and did not miss the flash of malice in his eyes.

She couldn’t help but worry. Leaning closer to Ling Yu, she whispered into his ear,

“Husband, that old man is definitely up to no good.”

“I know.”

Xiao Nan had already returned two days earlier and, following Gu Hengcang’s instructions, had brought back the elderly couple from the Ling family.

According to Xiao Nan, the old couple had been taken in by Gu Hengcang.

Well…

“Taken in” was putting it kindly.

They had really been bought off, with good food, good drink, and every comfort provided.

It seemed that Prime Minister Gu intended to “expose” his identity as an imperial grandson.

At the thought, Ling Yu chuckled.

“What is genuine cannot be made false, and what is false cannot become genuine. My conscience is clear. No matter who comes, it will make no difference.”

Tang Wan understood and said nothing more.

She merely resolved to adapt to the situation when the time came.

…

The imperial banquet that evening was brilliantly illuminated with lanterns and decorations. Its liveliness rivaled that of the New Year celebrations.

Because the envoys from the Feng Kingdom had arrived, the emperor intentionally wished to strengthen relations with them, so the festivities were especially grand.

In addition to all kinds of exquisite delicacies, the emperor had also accepted a certain official’s suggestion and invited the famous dancers of the capital into the palace to perform.

Everything was done to ensure that the Feng envoys felt completely at home.

By the time Ling Yu and Tang Wan arrived, many officials had already gathered in the hall.

Unlike last time, the moment the couple appeared, they were immediately greeted with warm inquiries, endless courtesies, and respectful salutations. The officials then politely escorted them to the seats befitting the Minister of Revenue.

Tang Wan, however, paid little attention to the officials.

Her gaze immediately sought out Jiang Shi.

Now, Jiang Shi had completely replaced Gu Yanshuang as the Second Prince’s consort.

Since Huangfu Yi had arrived, she naturally accompanied him as his princess consort.

Seeing Jiang Shi dressed elegantly, her complexion rosy and healthy, Tang Wan finally relaxed.

As if sensing Tang Wan’s gaze, Jiang Shi looked up and winked at her.

Tang Wan instantly blinked back at her three times in rapid succession.

Jiang Shi looked puzzled and asked Huangfu Yi beside her,

“Your Highness, is there something wrong with Wan-niang’s eyes?”

Hearing this, Huangfu Yi burst into laughter.

“Knowing Wan-niang as you do, I suspect she saw you greeting her and is simply greeting you back.”

Jiang Shi couldn’t help but laugh.

Honestly, that was exactly the sort of silly yet adorable thing Tang Wan would do!

…

A short while later, the eunuch’s announcement rang out from outside.

“His Majesty arrives, accompanied by Her Majesty the Empress and the Imperial Noble Consort!”

“The envoys of the Feng Kingdom, as well as those of the other two nations, have arrived!”

Upon hearing this, all the officials immediately knelt in welcome and loudly proclaimed,

“Long live Your Majesty!”