Read Novel Full Chapter 1239 - 495: The Envoy Kills (Part 2)
Chapter 1239: Chapter 495: The Envoy Kills (Part 2)
"Right, I was just about to inform State Preceptor Cheng to consult the Dahong Emperor about this matter. Could it be that there’s a rebellion within your Dahong borders that’s blocking your path?
Do you need assistance to quell the rebellion?
If needed, we can help for free!" Xu Jin laughed, flashing a set of glaring white teeth, looking all innocent.
But Minister of Rites from the Dahong Ministry, Shi Zhengxia, gasped in shock.
Xu Jin’s words were quite daunting.
If this matter gets escalated to the Emperor, those facing the consequences will definitely be them!
The opposite side only needs to maintain that their welcoming party was hindered within Dahong, suspecting that it’s due to a rebellion, which would be sufficient to cause the Emperor great embarrassment.
With the Emperor losing face, even if they don’t lose their heads, they’ll lose their prospects!
After a moment of contemplation, Minister of Rites Shi Zhengxia took a deep breath, suppressing his fury. Though his face was cold and pale, he forced a smile, "A lack of effective communication is likely the reason for the disruption.
Since the mission is ready, let us proceed with checking and registering identities before departure."
"Please!"
"Please!"
On December 6th, the Great Chen Mission finally passed through Dahong border at Anshan Pass, now being escorted by six Dahong starships, flying straight towards Dahong Imperial Capital, Changle City.
The territory of Dahong is one-third larger than Great Chen.
Anshan Pass is about thirteen thousand li from Dahong Imperial City, maintaining a uniform speed, the starship descended outside Dahong Imperial Capital after two days of continuous flight.
Originally, the starship was capable of flying directly into the Dahong Imperial City.
But the Dahong Ministry of Rites’ regulations dictate that foreign starships are prohibited from entering the city.
Foreign envoys must enter the city on foot.
Adapting to the host’s rules, Xu Jin accepted this policy without complaint.
Although they made the rules, since they are set, just comply with them.
Soon, they loaded national gifts carried in the starship onto carriages, totaling five hundred carriages, then the Great Chen mission had to enter the city via the North Gate, as per the Dahong Ministry of Rites’ instructions, to pass through half of the city and then check into the Four-direction Inn.
Subsequently, Chief Envoy Xu Jin would submit the letter of credentials to the Dahong Ministry of Rites, which would then present it to the Dahong Emperor, followed by setting the date for the meeting.
The basic procedure is like that.
Though tedious, diplomatic missions are like this, Xu Jin simply adhered to their arrangements.
Anyhow, it doesn’t hinder Xu Jin’s cultivation.
A rhododendron bloom, bright as blood, was held in Xu Jin’s arms.
In recent days, besides Condensing Cloud Tower practice, even when sleeping, Xu Jin embraced a pot of rhododendron, sensing its life rhythm.
The hope was to achieve mid-tier entry to Seven Killings Sword Heart.
The arrangements for entering the city were all meticulously organized.
Suddenly, a dispute arose between Dahong Military Marquis Li Zhi and Great Chen Marquis Lei Qi.
"No way, absolutely not!"
"If you insist and any security issues arise, you’ll be responsible yourself!"
"Responsible or not, we won’t proceed without flags!" Lei Qi voiced angrily.
"What’s going on?" Naturally, Xu Jin stepped forward to inquire.
"Lord, they want us to hide our flags upon entering the city, disallowing any flags related to Great Chen." Lei Qi explained urgently.
"Hmm?"
Xu Jin’s gaze was fiercely directed at Dahong Military Marquis Li Zhi, "What’s the meaning of this, Mr. Li?"
Facing Xu Jin, Li Zhi was unwavering, his cultivation level at Sixth Tier Ninth Layer Peak, naturally unfearful of Xu Jin, a Sixth Tier Sixth Layer envoy.
However, what surprised him was that Xu Jin’s gaze made him feel uncomfortable, as if he couldn’t look straight at him!
This was peculiar indeed.
"Lord Xu, it’s not that we don’t allow you to display flags, but it’s for your safety!
Previously, conflicts between Great Chen and Dahong led to numerous fatalities. Many of the deceased’s families are in Changle City, making it half-covered in white mourning banners a month ago!
The residents in Changle City now harbor intense resentment towards Great Chen!
If you persist in flying flags and an accident occurs causing injury, don’t blame us for not warning you!
At that time, even if it reaches Emperor, it’s due to your disobedience!
Our efforts should not be blamed!" Li Zhi proclaimed loudly.
"Lord, our Great Chen is officially sending a mission, how can we not fly flags?" Lei Qi hurriedly interjected.
Xu Jin gestured to halt Lei Qi, then addressed Li Zhi, "Not flying flags, that’s impossible!
As for everything else, I don’t mind, as a mission, our security is now entrusted to you!"
In the next instant, with a rhododendron plant in his arm, Xu Jin mounted a warhorse and shouted, "Fly the flags, enter the city!"
With the sound of rustling, the Great Chen mission’s insignia unfurled and fluttered, the Great Chen battle flag at the forefront was exceptionally fierce.
Li Zhi looked on with great resentment!
Yet he was helpless!
As Xu Jin said, security was their responsibility!
No trivial matter in diplomacy!
They had to exert their utmost efforts.
The impact brought by the Great Chen mission’s entry into the city was greater than Xu Jin expected.
Originally just an incidental event, but suddenly, from every street and alley, massive crowds of Dahong citizens emerged, and soon the streets were overwhelmingly crowded.
Li Zhi and others could only do their very best to clear the way and persuade the crowds.
Yet they couldn’t quell the anger of the Dahong populace.
Not long into their procession, someone took the lead, and then rotten leaves, eggs, and even stones were hurled from the crowd.
In an instant, the entire mission became exceedingly disheveled.
Even the Dahong elite guarding them were affected.
Xu Jin witnessed this scene and was furious.
This was definitely organized, who would believe otherwise!
Did they truly think rotten leaves and eggs could be obtained so easily?
Common folks, scarcely willing to eat eggs daily, who would be willing to hurl them at people!