Chapter 98
So, she said softly: "You are all the pillars of the country and I am proud of it. I hope you can continue to work hard and contribute to the development of the country. At the same time, you must also remember Live, no matter where you go, never forget your original intention and mission."
After hearing Her Majesty the Queen's words, the six new scholars felt warm in their hearts. They know that Her Majesty the Queen's words are not only affirmation and encouragement to them, but also expectations and entrustments to them. They all nodded and expressed that they would remember Her Majesty the Queen's teachings and live up to her expectations and trust.
The atmosphere in the hall is warm and solemn, with candlelight swaying, reflecting the excitement and pride on everyone's face. At this moment, they all seemed to have become a part of the Great Yan Dynasty, shouldering the future and hope of the country together. Queen Li Qingge was sitting on the dragon throne, looking at all this with a smile, her heart full of relief and expectation. She knows that there is still a long way to go, but she believes that with the joint efforts of these people, the Dayan Dynasty will usher in a more prosperous and prosperous tomorrow.
In the past, Du Ruolan always murmured in her heart, how could Qi Zhigao's affairs alarm Her Majesty the Queen, who has so many things to do? Whenever it was late at night, she would always lie in bed and look at the bright moon outside the window, her heart full of doubts and puzzlements. Her Majesty the Queen is the supreme ruler of the Dayan Dynasty. She has a mountain of affairs to deal with every day. How could she be interested in the affairs of a small person like Qi Zhigao?
She originally thought that this mystery would be like a stone thrown into the sea, and she would never find the answer. Whenever this thought came to her mind, she would feel helpless and lost. However, fate didn't seem to intend for her to remain confused like this. Today, when she finally stood on the main hall and saw the true face of Her Majesty the Queen with her own eyes, all the doubts in her heart were gone like morning mist illuminated by the sun.
Ruolan felt so complicated in her heart, with surprise, joy, gratitude, and all the other emotions welling up. She stared at Her Majesty the Queen with her eyes widened, as if she wanted to carve every detail of her into her heart. Her Majesty's face is like a peony blooming in spring, delicate yet solemn; her eyes are deep and bright, as if she can see into people's hearts; her voice is gentle but firm, making people awe-inspiring. Ruolan secretly thought that if it weren't for Her Majesty the Queen, she would have become a puddle of mud under the cliff. At that time, she was alone, in danger, and almost desperate. It was the people sent by Her Majesty the Queen who appeared in time and pulled her back from the brink of death. This kind of kindness will never be forgotten by Du Ruolan in her lifetime.
People say that a drop of kindness should be repaid by a spring of water, let alone a life-saving kindness? But Her Majesty the Queen has the whole world, what can she do in return? Ruolan had a lot of thoughts in her mind, but she couldn't find the answer for a while. She only felt that she should do something to repay Her Majesty the Queen's kindness. Suddenly, she thought of the official position she was about to take, and her heart suddenly became enlightened. Only by serving as a good official wholeheartedly and assisting Her Majesty the Queen to make Dayan's country more prosperous is the best way to repay this kindness.
Next, Queen Li Qingge asked about the family background, marital status and hobbies of these six talented men and beauties. Her voice was gentle and friendly, instantly relaxing the tense atmosphere. Six talented men and beauties took turns to come forward to answer, and everyone's face was filled with excitement and pride. After asking the questions, the two champions, together with the second- and third-best scholars, as well as the second- and third-class scholars, gave Queen Li Qingge another grand gift. Their movements were uniform, solemn and yet etiquette.
Then, the queen made a decree to give the honor of Jinling to the three high-ranking officials in the imperial examination. Her voice was clear and powerful, as if it carried an irresistible majesty. At the same time, she also specially asked the navy, army and air force to fire guns and fire cannons to see them off. On the surface, this is to reward scholars, but in fact, it is also to show the world how powerful we are. As the Queen's decree was passed down, warm cheers suddenly erupted inside and outside the hall.
The doors of the palace were opened one after another, specially prepared for the three people who were to test the first class in this palace. Among them, Dayanmen is the most important. It towers into the clouds and is magnificent. Like the Daqing Gate in the Qing Dynasty and the Daming Gate in the Ming Dynasty, it is a symbol of imperial power. From ancient times to the present, only the emperor can strut across the central axis. Even the Queen Mother, who is so noble, cannot enter this door head-on. This is the rule of the Dayan Dynasty and the dignity of the imperial power.
But, there are exceptions to everything. There are two situations where this door can be opened: first, when the emperor and the queen are getting married, and the young emperor marries the queen, he can enter through the main entrance. That was the queen's supreme glory and the happiest moment in her life. Second, there are three Dingjia from Yijia. With their talent and hard work, they stood out in the palace examination and became the pride of the Great Yan Dynasty. The top pick, the second pick, and the top pick, all wore brand new official uniforms, crowns and hats, and bright flowers on their chests. They walked out of Dayan Gate from the front with vigorous steps. The scenery and grandeur were simply enviable!
The queen was carried in, representing her noble identity and status; and these three Dingjia came out on their own, representing their talents and efforts. They are all so eye-catching and admirable. Outside Dayan Gate, the attendants from the Ministry of Rites had been waiting for a long time. Wearing uniforms and holding various ceremonial items, they looked solemn yet energetic. As soon as the six talented men and beauties came out, they rushed forward to help. They skillfully helped them put on red official uniforms, hats and flowers. Then, they got into the extended royal ceremonial car and started the grand parade of officials.
The common people in Jinling love to watch the excitement. When they heard about the grand ceremony, they could not contain their curiosity and excitement. Early in the morning, they poured into the streets and gathered on Central Street. The scene was so crowded and packed with people. The streets were so crowded that there was not even room to insert a needle. As soon as these six Dingjia appeared, cheers and screams immediately broke out. Everyone craned their necks and widened their eyes, wanting to catch a glimpse of them.
Although they were traveling in the same car, everyone's eyes were all focused on the handsome man Pope and the beautiful girl Du Ruolan. Pope has a tall and straight figure, a handsome face, and a heroic spirit between his eyebrows; while Du Ruolan has a beautiful face and a temperament like an orchid, which makes people feel happy at the first sight. The two of them sat in the car, smiling and waving to the people on both sides. Their smiles are bright and warm, as if they can dispel all the gloom and cold. When the people saw them, they cheered and clapped. Their voices resounded through the sky and were deafening, as if they wanted to convey this joy and blessing to everyone.
Alas, it is helpless to say that appearance seems to have really become the first yardstick for judging people in this world. The top pick and the second pick, two old gentlemen who were nearly fifty years old, had mixed feelings in their hearts when they saw the scene in front of them. They could only shake their heads and sigh helplessly. They had studied hard for ten years and endured countless days and nights before they finally got their name on the gold list. Time is not forgiving, and now they are almost at the age of knowing their destiny. Compared with those Tanhua who are in their youth and in their prime, they do seem to be a little unable to do what they want.
The number one pick is named Lin Wenyuan. He is wearing a dark blue robe, with a pale face and a somewhat bookish air between his brows and eyes. The second place on the list is called Li Mubai. He is wearing a light gray Confucian shirt, his hair is slightly gray, but his eyes are still sharp. Both of them tried to avoid Du Ruolan and Pope, for fear that they would feel even more sad. They know that although they are knowledgeable, in this world where people are judged by their appearance, they still lose out to those young and handsome prostitutes.
The people around him were talking a lot, their voices rising and falling one after another.
"It is always said in the drama that if you win the first prize, you can marry a princess. That is the greatest joy in life. But look at this new top pick, how can he look so old?" A woman wearing coarse clothes The person sighed.
"Old? You can't say that." An old man next to him shook his head, "If you are a Ming Jing at the age of thirty, you are old, but if you are a Jinshi at the age of fifty, you are still young and promising. He is now It’s the right time to win the top prize at this age!”
"Having said that, thirty-year-old Jinshi scholars are young and promising, but most No. 1 scholars are in their forties or fifties. They are almost able to become grandfathers, so how can they marry a princess?" Another young girl interjected.
"Yes, just listen to what the play says. How could the royal family really marry the princess to an old man?" A young woman wearing gorgeous clothes said with a smile.
"Speaking of which, all dynasties have been wary of relatives intervening in politics, and the Prince Consort is no exception. It is basically a false position with no real power. If you are not from a wealthy family, marrying a princess will simply destroy your future." An old man sighed.
“I heard that in history there really was a champion who married a princess. That was Zheng Hao of the Tang Dynasty. He was the legitimate son of the Zheng family in Xingyang. He was originally going to marry the Lu family of Fan Yang, but he was given away by the royal family. Cut off the beard and marry Princess Wanshou," a young scholar said excitedly.
“Oh, the Fan Yang Lu family is the most noble among the five surnamed girls. Whoever can marry their daughter will be at the pinnacle of life. I really don’t know which one it is. Aren't you afraid of being scolded for being such a bold matchmaker?" A woman wearing bright clothes asked curiously.
"This matchmaker is Bai Minzhong, Bai Juyi's younger brother. Although Zheng Hao was born in a famous family and had a smooth career, he always had a knot in his heart. Bai Minzhong has also been brooding about this matter for thirty years, and he would I want to impeach him," the old man continued.
There was constant discussion around them, and Lin Wenyuan and Li Mubai had mixed feelings in their hearts after hearing it. They know that even though they are ranked first or second in the rankings, in this world where people are judged by appearance, it is still difficult to get true recognition and respect.
At this time, Pope and Du Ruolan became the focus of the audience. Pope was wearing a white Confucian shirt, with a tall and straight figure, a handsome face, and a heroic spirit between his brows. Du Ruolan wore a pale pink dress and a jade crown, with a flowery face and elegant temperament. As soon as the two appeared on the stage, they stole the limelight from both the top pick and the second pick.
While thinking about it, suddenly a bright red rose flew over and landed at Du Ruolan's feet. Before they could react, flowers, sachets, handkerchiefs, purses and other things were raining down on them, and they couldn't even hide. Pope and Du Ruolan looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with joy and pride. They knew that although they were young, with their talent and hard work, they finally stood out in the imperial examination and gained recognition and respect from the world.
"If you are proud of your horse's hoof, you can see all the flowers in Chang'an in one day." Pope remembered this poem and couldn't help but recite it softly. Du Ruolan also laughed after hearing this. She knew that "seeing all the flowers in Chang'an" was not really about seeing the flowers, but describing the scenery and glory that attracted the attention of thousands of people after they won the election. Thinking of this, the two of them smiled even brighter, as if they were really in the blossoming city of Chang'an.
The boys and girls around were fascinated by them, and flowers fell like raindrops on their shoulders and hair. There are also those infatuated people who wish they could become a flower so that they could stay with them forever. The whole scene was full of laughter and warm atmosphere, as if the whole world was cheering and celebrating them.
As for Lin Wenyuan and Li Mubai, they stood aside and watched all this silently. Although they feel a little disappointed and helpless, they also understand that the criteria for judging in this world are not only appearance and age. Although they no longer have youth and beauty, they still have knowledge and talent. As long as they continue to work hard and use their knowledge and wisdom to contribute to society, they will surely be truly recognized and respected.
So, they looked at each other and smiled, as if they had reached some kind of tacit understanding. Then, they turned around and left the noisy scene and continued on their own path. They know that there are more challenges and difficulties waiting for them ahead, but as long as they strengthen their faith and move forward courageously, they will be able to create their own brilliance and achievements.
Qianlong Lord and Little Swallow shuttled through the bustling crowd, like two flexible fish swimming freely in the vast sea of people. Lord Qianlong was dressed in a gorgeous dragon robe, with golden silk threads shining in the sun, reflecting his calm and confident face. Xiao Yanzi, on the other hand, is dressed in a light Hanfu with fluttering skirts and simple but elegant hair accessories. Her big and smart eyes are shining with curiosity and excitement.
They were mixed in the crowd, each with their own thoughts. Qianlong's eyes revealed a hint of curiosity about new things, but they were also mixed with concern for the sufferings of the people. Little Yanzi was filled with joy. She opened her eyes wide and looked around, as if she wanted to take in all the prosperity of the world.
Ziwei stood aside, wearing a lavender dress, like a blooming violet. She looked at Lord Qianlong and Xiao Yanzi, with a gentle smile on her lips, and praised: "Look at these two beauties, the man is handsome and unrestrained, and the woman is as beautiful as a flower. They are really eye-catching!" Her voice was soft. , but full of sincere praise.
When Little Yanzi heard this, she jumped up and down excitedly. She clapped her hands and smiled and said: "Wow! There are so many people here like a tide, it's so lively!" Her smile was bright, as if it could light up the surroundings. everything.
Yong Qi turned to look at Xiao Yanzi, his eyes full of doting and tenderness. He smiled slightly and said, "This scene is good, but compared with someone else, it's still a little behind." His voice was low and magnetic, making people feel warm in their hearts.
Erkang also looked at Ziwei, his eyes full of affection and determination. He echoed: "Yes, it's just a little bit worse!" Although his voice was not loud, it was full of power.
Qianlong turned his attention to Pope and Du Ruolan. Pope is wearing a green gown and is graceful; Du Ruolan is wearing a white dress, like a fairy descending to earth. Emperor Qianlong sighed: "This is truly a talented man and a beautiful woman, a match made in heaven!" His voice was full of envy and blessings.
However, when the people next to him heard what Qianlong said, they all rolled their eyes. They murmured: "What a talent and beauty? This is the female scout, talent and beauty coexist. One person can play the roles of both talent and beauty!" Their voices were full of admiration and appreciation for Li Qingge.
Everyone thinks that it is a beautiful thing for a talented man to match a beautiful woman, but it is even more rare for a beautiful woman and a talented man to become one. It is too narrow-minded to judge a woman based on her appearance alone! Their discussions continued one after another, adding a bit of fun to the lively scene.
Following the "Three Tripods" of the new top pick, second place pick, and top pick, came the Dayan Royal Army's phalanx. They were dressed in uniform military uniforms, with neat military appearance, tall and straight posture, and majestic momentum. They lined up in two groups on the left and right, leaving a wide road in the middle. The team on the right held long guns, the tips of the spears flashing coldly in the sun; the team on the left held iron bars with steel plates welded to the ends. Balloons were tied to the steel plates and filled with colorful fireworks.
With the order, the spears of the team on the right shot at the steel plate. The sound of gunfire was deafening, as if it was about to tear the sky apart. The steel plate was penetrated instantly, the balloon burst with a "pop", and colorful fireworks flew in all directions, like butterflies dancing. They drew gorgeous trajectories in the air, then slowly fell and disappeared among the crowd.
The common people saw the excitement, they clapped their hands and cheered one after another. Lord Qianlong and the others' eyes widened and they were so shocked that they were speechless. They never expected that the power of this musket would be so huge!
Emperor Qianlong was so surprised that he could not open his mouth from ear to ear. He sighed: "This steel plate can be penetrated by bullets? It is incredible that it can penetrate from such a distance!" His voice was full of shock and amazement.
Yongqi and Erkang were also shocked. They sighed one after another: "The power of Great Yan's musket is so huge!" "If this gun hits our Qing Dynasty's armor, wouldn't it be the same as the Qing Dynasty's armor?" Like paper?" Their voices were full of awe and worry about the power of muskets.
Although Lord Qianlong knew that Dayan had a strong military and amazing weapons, he never expected that he would be so powerful. He secretly thought, if such a musket was used in actual combat, how lethal it would be! Fortunately, Li Qingge was his daughter, and the throne would be passed to her in the future, so he was not too worried about Dayan's firearms. He believed that under the leadership of Li Qingge, Dayan would become more prosperous.
However, Erkang and the others looked at Yongqi, the heir to the throne, with worried faces. They had mixed feelings in their hearts. If Great Yan went north to invade the Qing Dynasty and used these firearms as weapons, it would be dangerous! Their eyes were full of worry and uneasiness about the future.
Yong Qi was also in a mess. He looked at Lord Qianlong and sighed. The throne has not yet been firmly established, so how can one have the time to think about these distant matters? What he is most worried about right now is how to help Xiaoyanzi get the gold medal to avoid death, so as to prevent Ziwei's identity from being exposed and affecting everyone. His eyes were full of worry and care for Xiao Yanzi.
Just then, a loud noise in the sky interrupted his thoughts. I saw a huge steel eagle soaring in the blue sky, its wings spread out as if to cover the sky and the sun. Its body is also decorated with colorful ribbons and balloons, which dance as it flies. The appearance of this steel eagle adds a bit of grandeur and shock to the grand occasion of parading officials.
The cheers in the crowd became even more enthusiastic, and they all looked up to the sky, admiring this rare and spectacular sight. Qianlong and the others were also full of amazement, praising the exquisite craftsmanship and flying skills of this steel eagle. They knew that this was not just a simple flight display, but also a symbol of Dayan's military strength and technological level.
Oh, look! That's Feizhou, our flying treasure of Dayan! In the crowd, a woman in gorgeous clothes exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with surprise and excitement, as if she had seen the most precious treasure in the world.
"Wow! Is it really a flying boat? I have always heard that other countries have realized the dream of flying. I have always wanted to see it but never got the chance, and it was delayed because of illness. I didn't expect that when I came to Great Yan, I missed it. It was the first flight, but today I actually saw it with my own eyes." A young man in simple clothes sighed, his face was filled with indescribable excitement and joy, as if all the pain and regrets had disappeared at this moment.
"Tsk, tsk, how did this big guy fly into the sky?" A young student wearing a bachelor's uniform asked curiously, his eyes full of curiosity and desire to explore the unknown world. "Haha, I originally thought that the top prize would be dazzling enough, but I didn't expect that Feizhou would also join in the fun. I'm so happy!" An official in gorgeous official uniform smiled, his face was full of pride and pride, as if this The appearance of Feizhou also added a bit of glory to him.
"Someone help me, I'm going to faint with excitement!" A lady in a gorgeous dress shouted, her hand tightly grasping the arm of the maid next to her, as if Use this to stabilize your excited emotions.
As soon as the flying boat appeared, the whole scene was boiling, and everyone cheered, as if they had seen the glory and future of Dayan. In the sky, the huge flying boat was like an eagle with spread wings, soaring in the sky and attracting attention.
Emperor Qianlong also trembled with excitement, his eyes widened, as if he had seen a miracle in the sky. Wearing a dragon robe and a crown, he looked majestic and somewhat kind. At this moment, his heart was filled with expectations and longing for Dayan's future.
Yong Qi, Xiao Yanzi and the others were stunned, completely immersed in shock. Yong Qi was dressed in gorgeous princely attire, and his eyes shone with admiration for the flying boat and thoughts about the future of the Qing Dynasty. Xiao Yanzi was wearing a light palace dress. Her face was full of curiosity and love for Feizhou, as if she had seen a new world.
Those guests who had come from afar and had never seen a flying boat were even more attracted by this scene. Their hearts beat so fast that they almost forgot to breathe and could only exclaim "ahhhh". Their eyes sparkled with their obsession with Feizhou and their admiration for Dayan.
“That’s so cool!” shouted a young man in foreign costumes, his face full of love and yearning for Feizhou.
"It's spectacular! Soaring in the sky, I, Dayan, am the only one who dominates!" An old man in gorgeous robes sighed, his voice full of pride and pride for Dayan.
"I used to only hear about the magic of hot air balloons recorded in ancient books. Now seeing the flying boat is even more amazing. The person who created this artifact is definitely a genius!" said a young woman wearing a bachelor's uniform. Her eyes were full of admiration and appreciation for the boat builder.
"So tall, so big, and so heavy, how does it fly?" A lady in a gorgeous dress asked curiously, her face full of amazement at the flying boat technology and puzzled.
"Your Majesty, how many surprises do you have that we don't know about?" an official in official uniform smiled, his voice full of admiration and curiosity for Emperor Qianlong.
This time it was not just the flying boat, but also the flying warriors. Wearing tight-fitting suits and flying hats, they are as fast as lightning and as agile as dragons. Their faces are full of determination and courage, as if they can move forward courageously no matter what difficulties and challenges they face.
In order to celebrate the new Jinshi, Li Qingge specially sent nine royal battle boats. Li Qingge was dressed in gorgeous palace clothes, and her face was filled with gentleness and wisdom. She stood in the crowd, silently watching the war boat in the sky, her heart filled with blessings and expectations for the students.
These war boats are loaded with freshly picked sweet-scented osmanthus flowers, which are fragrant and symbolize the best wishes for victory in Toad Palace. The sweet-scented osmanthus seems to be cheering for the students, hoping that they can achieve better results.
Under the blue sky, nine specially trained royal charioteers held the tiller and pushed gently. Their movements were skillful and precise, as if they were integrated with the war boat. In an instant, the war boats were like spinning tops, spreading out from all directions and dancing gracefully. The dance was graceful and vigorous, as if it were drawing gorgeous pictures in the air.
The nine red war boats are like nine soaring phoenixes. Their wings spread out as if they were trying to cover the sky. The red color is as hot and dazzling as flames, making it impossible to ignore their existence. They tumble, rotate, and intertwine in the air, performing a beautiful aerial dance.
"It's so spectacular! The flying boat can not only fly, but also dance. This technology is simply amazing!" shouted a lady in a gorgeous dress, her face full of admiration for the flying boat's technology. Wonder and admiration.
“Thrusting in the air, but not afraid of falling at all, this... this is incredible!” A young student wearing a bachelor’s uniform sighed, his eyes full of obsession and yearning for flying boat technology .
"It's so exciting! I want to abandon civil service and join the military, drive a war boat like this, and show my true nature as a man!" shouted a young man in gorgeous clothes, his voice full of admiration for the flying boat. Love and yearning for force.
This scene touched the heartstrings of many people. Their hearts beat faster, as if they heard the bells of the ancient temple echoing in their chests. The sound of the bell was melodious and profound, as if telling the glory and future of Dayan.
Qianlong, Yongqi, Erkang, Ertai, Xiaoyanzi, Ziwei, Ji Xiaolan and others were all stunned and forgot everything around them. Their eyes were full of obsession with Feizhou and expectations for Dayan's future. They seemed to be frozen, with only the thundering heartbeat proving the existence of life.
Zhanzhou, with its unique aerial dance, sent the most glorious blessings to the students who were named on the gold list. That blessing was as warm and sincere as the spring breeze, making people feel Dayan's care and expectations. After the performance, the drivers pressed the release button, and the sweet-scented osmanthus fell to the world like drizzle. The sweet-scented osmanthus is light and fragrant, as if carrying the students' dreams and hopes, it floats into the distance.
Central Street was dyed golden, and the fragrance filled every corner. The aroma is rich and long-lasting, as if cheering and celebrating the students' success. Emperor Qianlong secretly admired in his heart: This war boat can not only fly into the sky and escape to the earth to show its power, but also spread fragrance and beauty at will. It is really a rare artifact! His face was filled with expectations and pride for Dayan's future.
The osmanthus we are talking about now is finely chopped and golden, like stars scattered on the branches. The autumn wind blows, bringing waves of refreshing fragrance. However, under this peaceful and beautiful scene, someone came up with a shocking idea: "If it were replaced by a bomb and thrown to the north, the Qing Dynasty would..."
The face of the speaker Delicate and handsome, with the light of wisdom shining in his eyes, he is none other than Li Qingge. She was wearing an elegant blue dress, the hem of which swayed gently in the wind, seeming to blend in with the surrounding scenery. Although her voice was soft, her every word was sonorous, revealing an unquestionable determination.
Muskets and artillery, these majestic weapons on land, seemed to have some limitations in Li Qingge's mouth at the moment. "Muskets and artillery are indeed powerful, but they can only show off their power on land. If the enemy uses human sea tactics and puts their lives at risk, they may be able to consume a lot of firepower, and in turn win." Her words revealed her feelings for the enemy. Deep understanding of war strategy.
However, when the topic turned to fighter jets, Li Qingge’s eyes flashed with something special. "But when it comes to fighter jets, it's different. It's flying in the sky. It can't be hit by muskets and can't catch up with artillery. No matter how high or thick the city wall is, it can't stop it. It's simply a dimensionality reduction strike!" She said His voice is full of yearning and pride for technology.
Imagining fighter jets soaring into the sky and heading towards Huanglong, Li Qingge felt an indescribable excitement in his heart. "Think about the strategy of capturing the thief first. If the fighter jets flew directly to the Forbidden City and bombed the Forbidden City indiscriminately, killing the emperor and the Eight Banners nobles, the Qing army would have no backbone and would definitely fall apart." She said. In his tone, there is both longing for the future and helplessness about reality.
Emperor Qianlong, the supreme ruler of the Qing Empire, was sitting on pins and needles at this moment. He was wearing a bright yellow dragon robe and a crown, and there was a hint of panic in his majesty. Li Qingge's words were like thunder, exploding in his heart. He was so frightened that he felt as if he had seen a ghost, and his heart was in chaos, as if Wanyan Jiu Mei had come to life again.
Wanyan Jiumei, the nightmare that once kept him awake at night, seems to be reappearing in front of him now. Qianlong felt a chill rising from the soles of his feet and straight to the top of his head. He just wanted to return to the palace quickly and confess Li Qingge's true identity to the queen. He hoped that the queen would consider the relationship between husband and wife and persuade Li Qingge to let him abdicate.
abdicate? As soon as this idea came up, Qianlong felt an indescribable bitterness in his heart. He looked around and saw the prosperity of Jinling, but it could no longer touch his heartstrings. As for how the royal family members will live after abdicating the throne, he doesn't care about it now. He just wants to save the lives of the royal family members.
Looking at Qianlong's lost look, Li Qingge couldn't help but feel an inexplicable joy in his heart. With the muskets and fighter jets in her hands, she made this aloof emperor see the terrifying power of Dayan's military. This mission of showing strength was successfully completed.
However, just when Qianlong was anxious to escape, Li Qingge's system gave him another big gift - a complete set of photovoltaic power generation technology. This undoubtedly dropped another shock bomb to the already crumbling Qing Empire.
"Huang Ama, are you going back now?" Back at the inn, Yongqi and the others were stunned when they heard that Qianlong was leaving. Yong Qi was dressed in gorgeous princely clothes and had a handsome face, but there was a hint of doubt in his eyes.
Qianlong nodded seriously: "Yes, I have to go back." His voice was low and firm, as if he had made up his mind.
"Huang Ama, why are you in such a hurry?" Yong Qi was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot. The matter of Xiao Yanzi has not been resolved yet, so how could he just leave? His words revealed his confusion and helplessness about Qianlong's decision.
Little Yanzi is also reluctant to part with the prosperity of Jinling. She is wearing a simple Hanfu and an exquisite embroidered hat, with curiosity and yearning for the unknown world shining in her eyes. "Huang Ama, Jinling is so much fun, I haven't had enough, why are I in a hurry to go back?" There was a hint of coquettishness and dissatisfaction in her voice.
Erkang also advised: "It is rare for the emperor to visit the south. I haven't seen enough of the scenery of the Qinhuai River. Please stay a few more days." He was wearing an elegant bachelor's uniform, with a handsome face and twinkling eyes. With the light of wisdom. However, there is Xiao Jiujiu hidden in his heart. He knows that the fates of Xiao Yanzi and Ziwei are tied together. If the identity of the fake Gege is exposed, the real Gege will not be able to escape. Moreover, your concubine had once praised Xiao Yanzi for looking like Qianlong. If she was involved in this matter, it would be even more troublesome. So Erkang wanted to delay, hoping that Qianlong could accept his two daughters at the same time.
But it’s a pity that no matter how hard they delay, the result will be the same. Qianlong had made up his mind and no one could persuade him: "National affairs are important. I have urgent matters to deal with. You hurry up and pack your things. We will leave immediately!" There was unquestionable determination in his voice.
Seeing how determined Qianlong was, Yongqi and the others had no choice but to start packing their luggage. Xiao Yanzi pulled Qianlong's sleeve and said pitifully: "Huang Ama, please give me some more time. I want to buy something to take back." There was a bit of pleading and reluctance in her voice. However, Qianlong just gave her a cold look and shook his head: "No, leave now!"
In this way, the group hurriedly left Jinling under Li Qingge's gaze. And the prosperity and hustle and bustle of Jinling seemed to gradually fade away with their departure. Li Qingge was left alone, standing at the door of the inn, looking at their retreating figures, feeling an inexplicable emotion in his heart. She knew that the prelude to this revolution had just begun...
Qianlong hesitated for a moment, his eyes passing over everyone's faces, and finally resting on Xiao Yanzi's expectant eyes. He chuckled lightly and said, "I'll give you an hour. You can buy whatever you like. It's a little bit of my kindness."
When the little swallow heard this, he jumped up with joy, as if he had just left the house. The little bird released from the cage shouted loudly: "Long live the Emperor, long live, long live! Long live the Emperor!" Her voice was clear and sweet, full of joy and gratitude. Others were also overjoyed. They saluted and thanked Qianlong one after another, and then raced against time to select their favorite items.
Yong Qi and Erkang shuttled among the bustling crowds, and their eyes were attracted by various novel and interesting gadgets from time to time. They bought many exquisite small items, and some even specially selected gifts for their families, with satisfied smiles on their faces.
Little Yanzi and Ziwei went straight to the shops that women loved to shop, which were filled with all kinds of fabrics, handkerchiefs, jewelry and other daily necessities. The two of them held hands and walked around the shop. From time to time they picked up a piece of cloth or a handkerchief and looked at it carefully, and then discussed it excitedly. What they bought were seemingly ordinary but highly practical items, for fear that they would never find such good ones again after leaving Jinling.
While they were selecting items, they heard the laughter of other customers and the enthusiastic solicitation of stores from time to time. The whole market was full of excitement and prosperity. Xiaoyanzi and Ziwei were also immersed in this atmosphere, enjoying their rare shopping time.
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At the same time, in another part of Jinling City, Li Qingge was standing quietly in front of the window, looking at the scenery in the distance. She was wearing an elegant blue dress, the hem of which swayed gently in the wind, like a blooming orchid. Her face is delicate and her eyes are deep, revealing an otherworldly temperament.
The news of Qianlong's group's purchasing spree soon reached her ears. She listened and just smiled slightly, as if everything was as expected. She turned around and said to Amelia Su who was standing aside: "After preparing for so long, we can finally close the net."