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　　As the Crown Prince of Tong, Qing Li helda distinguished position, therefore he occupied a seat opposite of Qing Zhang.

　　He simmered in anger as he watched QingZhang swagger presumptuously like a king. However, he still held himself back.Since he already planned to bring down Duke Ming, he could not openly tear hismask down at the moment. He drank his cup of wine and waited until everyoneelse finished before smiling crookedly and opened his mouth to speak. “RoyalUncle has said it correctly. Our Tong and Xi Lei have been fighting each otherfor years and have spent countless resources. This time, Xi Lei’s king hasgenerously sent an amba.s.sador in order to make peace. It truly is a happyoccasion worthy of celebration.”

　　He turned towards his beloved concubine,Shang Yi, who refilled his cup with wine. Then smiled at the guest from Xi Leisitting in the neighboring seat. “Amba.s.sador Hao, a.s.sistant Su, let us drinkthis wine as a toast for your King’s health and safety.”

　　His toast was not intended for Rong Tianbut rather the man who ceased the throne, Rong Tong.

　　Hao Yuan Jiang was already a senior interms of age and had been serving as an official in Xi Lei for several years,he was a calm and calculating man. He held a cup in both hands and respondedpolitely, “Thanks to your Highness, Prince Qing Li.”

　　The a.s.sistant, Su Jin Chao, the one saidto be Rong Tong’s bosom buddy, was around the same age as Rong Tian. Hisappearance was that of a handsome and refined young master, however his palecomplexion made him look poor and unhealthy. The outline of his chin gave off aharsh and mean impression.

　　When Rong Tian was in power, he hadrefused to promote him, but now he had shot up to the position of a.s.sistantdiplomat. In a high-spirited and frivolous manner, he accepted Qing Li’s wineand ordered a maid to fill up his own cup to make a toast. “With this cup ofwine, I sincerely, on behalf of my king, offer respects to your Highness, QingLi. I hope for your Highness to ascend to the throne sooner. With our alliance,your Highness has no need to worry since Xi Lei will lend a hand when needed.”

　　“My sincere thanks!” Qing Li’s expressionwas that of excitement.

　　Qing Zhang’s face turned slightlyunsightly for a moment, but the old fox would not publicly offend therepresentatives from Xi Lei. “Haha,” a sound of laughter came out as if he wasa person from the older generation trying to lecture someone younger. “Qing Lishould be reprimanded. We have three honoured guests who have arrived fromafar, yet you have only paid your respects to one. How do you explain yourneglecting of the two esteemed guests?”