AWB Chapter 388 If it weren't for the Prince, would we have been able to witness this spectacle wit
Chapter 388 If it weren't for the Prince, would we have been able to witness this spectacle wit
The next day.
The victory banquet began as scheduled, and Yang Guang set up the venue in the open space outside the palace hall.
The area was spacious, allowing all the civil and military officials to sit comfortably, unlike the crowded conditions in the main hall.
A high platform was also erected in the air, constructed with fine nanmu wood and adorned with carved beams and paintings.
A huge red carpet was laid out in the center of the platform, where the Eastern and Western Khans danced together.
Lu Xiao brought Yang Ruyi and his two sons to the celebration banquet.
He wore a black brocade robe, a purple-gold crown, a lion-shaped belt, and black satin boots. He was imposing and had an extraordinary bearing.
Yang Ruyi was dressed in palace attire, with pheasant embroidery on the skirt, a nine-flower hairpin crown on her head, and bright pearl earrings, making her radiant and beautiful.
Lü Yan followed behind Lü Zhen, walking with a limp, occasionally reaching out to rub his bottom, his little face full of grievance.
I got beaten up yesterday, and my butt still hurts.
However, he remained unconvinced in his heart but refused to admit it in words; no matter what, he still had to stick to his guns.
Who is Lü Yan?
That is the son of the God of War of the Great Sui Dynasty, the son of Princess Ruyi, and the emperor's grandson. How could he easily admit defeat?
Even if you get beaten down, you can't back down verbally.
Yang Guang sat in the main seat, wearing a dragon robe and a twelve-tassel crown, exuding an aura of majesty.
Upon seeing Lü Xiao and his family approaching, he quickly waved.
Lü Xiao and Yang Ruyi sat down beside him, right next to Yang Guang.
Lü Zhen and Lü Yan sat at the lower end of the table, separated from Yang Guang by a table.
"Big brother, you are the elder brother, and I am the younger brother. Please sit down."
Lu Yan pointed to the seat next to him, looking like an obedient younger brother.
"No, I am the elder brother, I should show courtesy, please sit down first."
Lu Zhen knew this kid was not convinced by him, so he put on this ridiculous show of brotherly love and respect for him.
Just now on the way here, he was muttering that he would settle accounts with him when he grew up, but in the blink of an eye he turned into an obedient little brother. His change of face is faster than his father's when he goes to war.
"No, please have a seat, elder brother."
"No, little brother, please sit down first."
The two of them talked back and forth, refusing to sit down, but no one was the first to take a seat.
Yang Guang found the two brothers quite amusing. He picked up his wine cup, took a sip, and watched them with a smile, without saying a word.
What a wonderful brotherhood! They've been so close since they were little.
Seeing the gazes of the assembled officials focused on him, Yang Ruyi stood up and walked behind the two brothers.
She grabbed the two brothers, one in each arm, and said in a menacing tone, "If you're not going to sit, then get out of here!"
Lu Yan felt a chill run down his spine, a coldness shooting straight to the top of his head.
He stopped refusing and plopped down on the floor.
Lu Zhen glanced at his younger brother and felt that he had gone too easy on him yesterday.
Next time he gets the chance, he'll show him what it means to have your butt split into four pieces.
"Greetings, Your Highness; Greetings, Princess; Greetings, Prince; Greetings, Disciple."
Before the banquet began, Yuwen Chenglong dashed to the royal family's seats and greeted them with a grin.
He was dressed in a brand-new brocade robe, with a newly made turban on his head and a newly bought jade pendant hanging from his waist. He was dressed neatly and tidy.
"Hello, Master."
Lu Yan, who was very fond of Yuwen Chenglong, quickly responded, his little face full of smiles.
"hiss……"
Yang Guang gasped, his brow furrowing. Had this kid really been fooled by Yuwen Chenglong like that?
He had previously told Lü Xiao to persuade Ruyi to cancel the apprenticeship and find a proper master instead.
Before long, they were already calling each other master and apprentice.
Since Yuwen Chenglong sincerely wanted to take his grandson as his disciple, he would trick the kid.
"hey-hey."
Seeing that he was being targeted, Yuwen Chenglong smiled and slunk over to sit down next to Yuwen Huaji.
He just came to say hello, why is Your Majesty so hostile?
"Let's begin."
Yang Guang stood up and announced loudly.
At the urging of the palace servants, Shibi Khan and Shekui Khan, dressed in brand-new clothes, walked step by step onto the stage.
Shibi Khan swaggered onto the stage, facing the gazes of the Sui Dynasty officials, head held high and chest out, completely unconcerned.
Having lived in Dongdu for so many years, he was already used to this kind of scene.
Let him dance, let him be watched, it's not like he's going to lose any flesh.
Shekui Khan, on the other hand, was hesitant and awkward, unable to relax. He kept his head down and shoulders hunched, looking like a prisoner being led to the execution ground.
Even though he was captured, the Khan of the Western Turks still retained his pride.
"You still can't look at it freely?"
Yuwen Chenglong pointed at Shekui Khan and said with a loud laugh.
He's not as good as me.
When the initial Khan didn't dance well, it was these few people who went up to save the day.
"Just keep jumping!"
Pei Yuanqing also joined in the commotion.
The Sui Dynasty officials raised their wine cups, drinking and watching intently, their faces beaming with smiles and their eyes wide with admiration.
To be honest, I'm used to seeing women dance all the time. Their graceful movements and elegant postures are beautiful, but they're not exactly novel anymore.
Suddenly, two burly men appeared, especially considering their identities.
One was the Khan of the Eastern Turks, and the other was the Khan of the Western Turks; it certainly had a unique flavor.
As time went on, Shibi Khan jumped with increasing effort, his steps became faster and faster, and his arms swung higher and higher.
They even opened their mouths and sang songs from the grasslands of yesteryear.
The voice was rough and bold, echoing in the night sky, which raised the atmosphere to its peak.
Shekui Khan followed behind, but his rhythm was off and his hands and feet were uncoordinated, making him look exactly like a greenhorn.
He listened to a song unique to the Turks, a song he had heard since childhood.
It is the wind on the grassland, the sand on the Gobi Desert, and the melody etched into the bones of every Turk.
But he still couldn't understand how Shibi Khan could open his mouth and sing.
Doesn't he feel ashamed?
Doesn't he feel humiliated?
As a Khan, how could he laugh while singing and dancing in the court of an enemy country and being watched by people?
"Gentlemen, without His Highness, would you even be able to witness this magnificent spectacle today?"
At this crucial moment, Yuwen Chenglong stood up, holding a wine cup, and addressed the assembled officials.
He is the most qualified person to speak on this matter, after all, he witnessed the capture of both Khans.
"Of course, without Your Highness, how could we have witnessed such a spectacle!"
"Well said, Your Highness's bravery is unparalleled throughout history!"
"Your Highness is a celestial being descended to earth, assisting His Majesty in overcoming all obstacles and bringing prosperity to our Great Sui Dynasty!"
Everyone was already trying to curry favor with Lü Xiao, so they took this opportunity to back down and said various things.
They chimed in with their own words, saying every nice thing they could think of.
Calling him the first person in history wasn't enough; he was praised as a celestial being.
It was as if Lü Xiao was not an ordinary person, but a deity descended from heaven, specifically to help Yang Guang achieve his great cause.
Yang Guang listened to these words without any discomfort. On the contrary, he nodded frequently, with a smile on his face and eyes full of satisfaction and pride.
Because what the ministers said was also what he thought.