Anyway, all good things come one after another.

  The southern expeditionary force has drawn its pay and grain, the imperial court should also make some gesture. Then began to draft, with what kind of ceremony to welcome the triumphant return of the king's army.

  There was already a ready-made ceremony, but as a result of this expedition, the Crown Prince's strategy was the key to victory. As a result, the court began to quarrel again over what kind of ceremony, what level, and what degree of grandeur it should be.

  Each has its own reason, and each can find a reason to follow...

  In the end, it was the Southern Expedition Army that helped them resolve their dispute... because the Southern Expedition Army had never planned to return.

  Yes, I'm not prepared to return to the court, for a very good reason: Nong Zhigao is still alive and hiding in Dali.

  Along with this memorial came letters of mutual collusion between Annan, Dali and Nong Zhigao.

  "Is Duan's finger stained with the blood of Guangnan?"

  As for this letter that came together with the others, which proves that Dali is related to the rebel Nong Yuzhen's chaos, Wen Yanbo doesn't believe a single word.

  Annan has a wolf's ambition, he believes it, and that's the fact. However, for many years, Dali has always regarded the imperial court as its master, and the annual tribute has never been interrupted.

  Wen Yanbo would rather believe that the one who burned himself in dragon robes in Yongzhou was Nong Zhigao, than believe that Dali would dare to defy the imperial court.

  Although the national army is weak and feeble, there is still some confidence...

  Yu An said, "The old man is steady and composed, Di Han's minister is cautious and meticulous. The Crown Prince is not a reckless person either. Since the Guangnan Pacification Commissioner's words are consistent, there must be a reason for sending troops. Let's just wait."

  Fu Bi was also puzzled, not only puzzled by the Nan Zhengjun's expedition to Dali this time, but also puzzled by the entire Guangnan Anfu Shi's civil and military officials, and unexpectedly no one held a different opinion.

  Although Your Highness is of a different status, scholars in our country will never change their views because of status, let alone the prince, even officials are not allowed.

  All for Bo Xing's sake, they can't wait to find fault with the imperial family every day, let alone the crown prince?

  The scholars of our country were originally like this, but Guangnan... Guangnan is greatly different.

  Those colleagues who abandoned the city and escaped have now learned about the cruelty of the Crown Prince.

  It's really hopeless now.

  Not to mention the local people, even their own relatives and clansmen have erased their names. The real downfall of one's reputation is that there is nowhere to hide.

  Now, His Royal Highness has planned a career for them in Guangnan, which can be inherited. Who would dare to provoke the prince?

  They have both fame and wealth, and sending troops to Dali is none of their concern, no one would bother with that.

  It was Zhao Zhen who started worrying again, but this worry wouldn't last long and was only a bit more nostalgic.

  As for recklessly provoking border conflicts, even the imperial court and government officials didn't have much to say about it, which means nothing came of it.

  Tao Niang's mouth was slightly pursed. The excitement of Hong Ying hastily delivering the banana had vanished instantly when San Ge said he would continue to conquer Dali.

  Is Su Yan so captivating that you can't bear to leave?

  "Empress Dowager, Xi'er is not a person who doesn't understand etiquette. Although the concubine is different from you, she cannot be treated carelessly. Xi'er has always been cautious, don't worry too much."

  Can Empress Cao not know what this little girl is thinking?

  One sentence made Tao Niang feel embarrassed.

  "Mother, Tuo's mother is not a jealous woman..."

  Alright, alright, you can tolerate it. Marrying an emperor, even if you can't tolerate it, you have to. The question is, can you first put down the corners of your mouth?

  Stared at Tao Niang for a while... Tao Niang calmed down eventually.

  This is just the beginning, San Ge will eventually ascend to the throne, and this is only a small part of it.

  It is indeed so.

  Zhao Xi and Di Qing led tens of thousands of soldiers... 5,000 were left in Guangnan for use, and Yang Wenguang was also ordered to lead 5,000 western troops back to the capital.

  Zhao Xi went to Dali this time, didn't prepare for a battle of wits on the spot, but prepared to fight a guerrilla war.

  As a result, they had just crossed the border when someone came to greet them. It was San Ba, and each of their teams' front row had a girl.

  What does this mean?

  Zhao Xi took another look at his team and said, "Don't we also have a girl?"

  Su Yan was convinced and returned to the capital with the army. However, Zhao Qinglan refused to leave until she saw Nong Zhigao's head with her own eyes.

  These people in Dali, aren't they thinking... Zhao Xi is also confused.

  The question is, why three?

  "Your Highness, although Dali is ruled by the Duan clan, the Gao, Yang and even the Dong clans also have their own vassals."

  "The current Duan Siliang was originally deposed by the Gao family and then enthroned. He is nominally the head of the Great Principle, but in the affairs of the Great Principle state, he is no different from several other people."

  Take another look at those three troops across from us, it's clear they're not here for battle, but rather to receive envoys with ceremony.

  "Under the great Li Dynasty, Duan Jianyi humbly greets the Crown Prince of the Upper Kingdom. This is his younger sister Duan..."

  "Down from the imperial court, Da Li Shan Yan Hou Fu Gao Sheng Tai, respectfully awaiting the crown prince of the upper country, this is my younger sister..."

  "Yang Xing of Dali Prefecture in lower Yangtze River region has met with His Highness the Crown Prince of Upper Yangtze River region, this is his sister-in-law..."

  Damn it! Whether it's a welcome or an introduction, just come and that's enough. Even if you're going to line up for battle, bring it on, but don't make such a big deal about introducing me to your sister.

  Isn't this a bad reputation?

  Zhao Xi politely returned the gift, but muttered discontentedly in his heart.

  This battle can't be fought anymore. The fist that was clenched with all one's might ended up hitting cotton instead.

  It seems that Yu Jing's analysis was correct after all.

  Dali has always respected the imperial court since its founding, and the annual tribute has never been interrupted. It was only because of the continuous turmoil in the previous Southern Zhao dynasty that it indirectly contributed to the demise of the previous dynasty.

  The Qing dynasty drew lessons from history and believed that the barbarians were not trustworthy. Although Dalai Lama frequently showed goodwill, the Qing dynasty never took it seriously.

  In addition to the internal strife in Dali, it is unlikely that they would intentionally encroach on the territory of the imperial court. As for those letters, Yu Jing tends to believe that no one in Dali wants to provoke anyone, and under pressure from Annan, they cannot be blamed.

  At present, Wang's military achievements in Annan should have been transmitted to Dali, and it is unnecessary to enter the border with a fighting attitude.

  Zhao Xi listened and entered Dali in a straightforward manner, although necessary precautions were not reduced.

  It turned out to be just like that.

  It is only with the humiliating situation of the imperial court in recent years that one can deeply understand the thoughts of the Dali royal family.

  In Zhao Xi's concept, when a large army of another country enters the border, there is no room for negotiation, and it should be directly declared war. But the other party, Dali, really welcomed them with sufficient sincerity.

  Didn't you see that every family brought their younger sister along?

  Not just bringing his sister, but also having a mobile home ready.

  If they couldn't fight a battle, they really became envoys. Except for having more soldiers, all the etiquette was like that of an envoy.

  Lv Gongzhu took on the role of Zheng Dan's messenger.

  Zhao Xi was annoyed by this, especially when three girls leaned forward together.

  So, for the rest of the formalities, Lü Gongzhu took over, even though they all looked at Zhao Xi with grievances, and Zhao Xi hid.

  After the courtesy was over, the host treated them with hospitality and led them to a villa.

  Thoughts are very thorough, even the titles of the civil and military officials who came this time have been inquired clearly.

  Starting from Zhao Xi, every single one of them should be stationed in what kind of residence and at what location, including the garrison and the entire army's camp, are almost all arranged according to the national dynasty's standard and specifications.

  All of this is very strange.