My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Hehe, Eunuch Gao!"

Inside the main hall of the Marquis's residence, Jiang Jingcheng, holding a teacup, casually asked, "How has His Majesty been lately?"

His son has been in the spotlight a lot lately.

Especially after leading troops to besiege the Ministry of Justice, he was very curious about His Majesty's current condition.

"hehe!"

Sitting to one side, Eunuch Gao chuckled twice upon hearing this: "Thank you for your concern, Lord Marquis. His Majesty has been in quite good spirits these past few days!"

"Furthermore, His Majesty praised the Crown Prince's books, saying they were very good, especially 'Water Margin,' which His Majesty really loved reading!"

"Oh?"

Jiang Jingcheng raised an eyebrow slightly.

He hadn't read the book, but judging from Gao Gonggong's expression, this book... seemed a bit off.

Before he could think further, Eunuch Gao's voice rang out again: "By the way, His Majesty has read and reread the 'Ode to the Goddess of the Luo River' written by the Crown Prince!"

"They also said that Young Master Jiang's ability to suppress the guests from Northern Yu and Qi at Zuixianlou was truly a glory for the country!"

"Oh……"

Jiang Jingcheng responded, lowered his head and drank his tea, and didn't say anything more.

Yes, the emperor suddenly praising his son made him feel that something was amiss.

Not long after, footsteps sounded outside, and Jiang Jingcheng looked up.

Jiang Xiaobai led the way in from outside, followed by Tang Ningshuang and the maid.

"Young Master Jiang, you've arrived!"

When Eunuch Gao saw Jiang Xiaobai, he immediately stood up, his tone clearly polite.

"Grandpa Gao!"

Jiang Xiaobai smiled and nodded, "May I ask what brings Eunuch Gao here today?"

"Oh, His Majesty has decreed it!"

Eunuch Gao looked at Jiang Xiaobai and smiled, "Young Master Jiang, please attend court at the palace early tomorrow morning!"

"They say... the delegations from Beiyu and Qi will arrive in the capital tomorrow and will go directly to the imperial court!"

"Oh?"

Jiang Xiaobai's expression flashed with surprise: "So fast?"

That's right, he remembered that last time in the imperial court, it was said to be half a month.

If it arrives tomorrow, that's a whole week early!

Why the sudden rush?

Could something have happened?

"Hehe, this little fellow has no idea!"

Grandpa Gao smiled.

He was only responsible for conveying the imperial decree. As a servant, he dared not speculate as to why the two countries' delegations had arrived ahead of schedule.

As he spoke, Eunuch Gao paused, then looked at Jiang Xiaobai again: "By the way, His Majesty also said he would like to trouble you, Young Master Jiang, with something!"

"What is it?"

Jiang Xiaobai asked curiously.

"His Majesty has asked you to prepare a poem!"

Grandpa Gao smiled.

"Written for the diplomatic missions of both countries?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai immediately frowned.

"No, no!"

Eunuch Gao shook his head and said, "It's a poem written for a woman!"

"what?"

Jiang Xiaobai was surprised again after hearing this.

A letter to a woman?

What... is this all about now?

Puzzled, Jiang Xiaobai looked at Eunuch Gao and asked, "Which woman are you referring to, Eunuch Gao?"

"Oh, it's said that a princess from Beiyu is accompanying this delegation!"

Eunuch Gao spoke up, "His Majesty hopes that Prince Jiang can prepare a poem of praise!"

"Princess?"

Jiang Xiaobai was taken aback.

"Yes, the princess is on our Great Hua side!"

"That's what Grandpa Gao explained."

"oh!"

Jiang Xiaobai understood, and without even thinking, shook his head: "I won't write it!"

what?

Grandpa Gao was stunned for a moment, clearly not expecting Jiang Xiaobai to refuse so decisively.

"Hmph, why write such laudatory poems for the princess of Beiyu?"

Jiang Xiaobai's voice rang out again: "Heh, even if you're going to write it, it should be for our Great Hua's princess!"

At this point, Jiang Xiaobai paused slightly, a smile playing on his lips: "For example... for our Great Hua's eldest princess!"

"Isn't she known as the most beautiful woman in the capital? Writing for her... is actually quite good!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the eldest princess, who was standing behind Jiang Xiaobai, gently squeezed her jade-like hand.

For some reason, she felt that Jiang Xiaobai's tone was somewhat teasing when he said that.

Was it aimed at her?

"Can……"

Grandpa Gao opened his mouth.

But before he could finish speaking, Jiang Xiaobai waved his hand again: "I'm not writing, and that's final!"

Indeed, how deep is the feud between Beiyu and the Zhenbei Marquis's Mansion?

Many of the soldiers of their Zhenbei Marquis's mansion died at the hands of Bei Yu.

And so it was the case that those from Beiyu died at the hands of the Zhenbei Army!

Now you want him to write a poem for the princess of Beiyu?

What the hell are you writing?!

Even if there are truly good poems, shouldn't they prioritize the people of Dahua first?

"Young Master Jiang, this matter seems rather inappropriate!"

Standing there, Eunuch Gao looked slightly embarrassed and said with a wry smile, "After all... this is His Majesty's request!"

"Therefore, please make your preparations in advance, Young Master Jiang!"

After saying goodbye to Jiang Jingcheng and Jiang Xiaobai, Eunuch Gao did not linger any longer. He turned and left the hall.

Jiang Xiaobai watched Gao Gonggong's retreating figure, her brows furrowing slightly.

Why did the emperor insist that he write a poem for the princess of Beiyu?

Could it be that they want him to ease the tension between the Marquis of Zhenbei's mansion and Beiyu?

But what good is a poem for something like this!

As he pondered this, Jiang Xiaobai sat down to the side and casually patted his shoulder.

Upon seeing this action, the eldest princess naturally walked behind Jiang Xiaobai and began massaging his shoulders.

"Father!"

Jiang Xiaobai leaned back comfortably in his chair, looking at Jiang Jingcheng: "Are you going to court tomorrow morning?"

"I want to go!"

As Jiang Jingcheng spoke, his expression clearly showed some displeasure: "But when Eunuch Gao first arrived, he specifically told me not to attend court tomorrow!"

"hehe!"

Jiang Xiaobai couldn't help but chuckle twice.

This is clearly because he's worried about his father, and he might draw his sword at the slightest provocation, right?

After all, enemies are bound to be extremely hostile when they meet.

Especially the Zhenbei Marquis's Mansion and Beiyu.

If the people from Beiyu say a few unpleasant things in court tomorrow...

His father's temper... it's really hard to imagine him being able to tolerate it.

It would be somewhat inappropriate to draw one's sword in the middle of the court.

"Go tomorrow!"

Jiang Jingcheng snorted coldly and said, "If those Northern Yu dogs dare to be arrogant, teach them a lesson!"

"Don't let them think they can run wild just because they're in our Great China!"

"good!"

Jiang Xiaobai nodded with a smile.

Jiang Jingcheng didn't need to say this; if Bei Yu behaved himself, he naturally wouldn't bother with anything else.

But if he actively seeks trouble, then... don't blame him for being impolite.

Afterwards, the father and son chatted briefly.

A moment later, Jiang Xiaobai stood up: "Father, I'll go back and make some preparations!"

Go!

Jiang Jingcheng waved his hand.

Jiang Xiaobai responded and led Tang Ningshuang and the Princess away from the main hall.

Jiang Jingcheng sat there, watching Jiang Xiaobai's departing figure, his brows gradually furrowing.

The two diplomatic missions arrived a full week early.

Something's not quite right.

After a moment, Jiang Jingcheng pondered for a moment, since the other party could arrive in the capital tomorrow.

That means...

The mission to assassinate that traitor failed!