TFWYH – Chapter 763 The Treasure of the Northern Frontier

Kui Ni stood up of his own accord, placed his right hand on his left shoulder, and bowed slightly to the emperor.

“May the Emperor of the Celestial Empire enjoy peace and prosperity. This year, Northern Frontier has prepared five hundred strong, well-fed cattle and sheep, four bolts of Heavenly Silkworm Snow Satin, and three prized Ferghana horses as tribute. In addition, we have brought the greatest treasure of our kingdom and offer it to your esteemed empire as well.”

Oh?

They even brought Ferghana horses!

They were truly spending lavishly this time.

But…

“Prince Kui Ni, you are too courteous. May I ask what this treasure is?” a court official immediately inquired.

Kui Ni fell silent for a moment before gesturing toward Han Guli beside him.

“Our Fourth Princess of Northern Frontier possesses beauty that could topple nations. She is proficient in poetry, music, chess, and painting; skilled in song and dance; and accomplished in horseback riding and archery. She is unquestionably the Pari of Northern Frontier—our greatest treasure.”

“To ensure everlasting friendship between our two nations, my royal father specifically had my fourth sister accompany us so that she might choose a husband within the Celestial Empire.”

The officials: …

The emperor: …

Damn it. I thought it was some rare treasure!

It’s just a woman?

Another political marriage?

Han Guli rose and respectfully bowed to the emperor.

She wore the distinctive attire of Northern Frontier women. Her slender waist was exposed, delicate enough to be encircled by two hands. A string of small bells hung around her skirt, chiming melodiously with each step.

Her headscarf was richly adorned with ornaments, one corner covering part of her face so that only her clear, limpid eyes remained visible—eyes filled with innocence and purity.

The red mark upon her forehead added an extra touch of exotic charm.

“Han Guli greets Your Majesty of the Celestial Empire. May Your Majesty enjoy ten thousand years of peace, health, and blessings.”

Her voice was crisp and melodious, so pleasant that it could make one swoon.

It only made everyone more curious about the breathtaking beauty hidden beneath the veil.

“Princess Han Guli, please rise.”

The emperor smiled warmly.

Inside, however, his mind was overflowing with complaints.

At the very least, a political marriage should involve someone from the imperial family, right?

But look at my situation…

I’m already an old man, and my three sons aren’t exactly young anymore.

This girl looks no older than fifteen or sixteen!

Are they trying to force us father and sons into becoming old oxen chewing on tender grass?

Meanwhile, the expressions on the faces of the Empress and Su Qing had changed entirely.

Perhaps only at moments like this could they form a united front—sharing a common hostility toward any woman who came to compete for their men.

The Empress spoke with obvious sarcasm.

“Since she seeks a husband, shouldn’t we all have the privilege of witnessing the peerless beauty of this woman who is supposedly a national treasure?”

Su Qing immediately followed with a smile that wasn’t truly a smile.

“Her Majesty speaks wisely. In Northern Frontier, doesn’t the word Pari mean ‘fairy’? Heh… This palace sees beautiful women come and go every year, but as for fairies? This humble consort has yet to see one.”

The emperor’s eyelid twitched violently.

If only the Empress were being sarcastic, that would be one thing.

But even his beloved Imperial Noble Consort had joined forces with her this time!

Hehe…

It seemed his precious consort truly loved him after all!

The emperor instantly nodded with a grin.

“The Empress and Imperial Noble Consort both make a valid point. Princess Han Guli, in that case, please remove your veil.”

Let my beloved consort see a fairy too!

“As Your Majesty commands.”

Han Guli replied calmly and removed her veil.

In an instant, a face of breathtaking exotic beauty was revealed to everyone.

Han Guli had absolute confidence in her appearance.

She had even mentally prepared herself to receive gasps of admiration.

After all, she had long since grown accustomed to such reactions back in Northern Frontier.

However…

The expected cries of astonishment never came.

The officials merely stared at her for a moment before beginning to whisper among themselves.