Cultivating immortality is going against the grain

Quan Cao didn't seem to care about Nangong Xue's rejection at all, and said with a smile, "In this case, Quan will drink alone. The princess can just drink some tea as she pleases!" After that, he raised his glass and drank it all.

Nangong Xue was stunned for a long time, then picked up the tea cup and took a sip.

Quan Cao saw Nangong Xueqian taking a sip of tea, and said with a delighted smile on his face, "Thank you, Your Highness, Princess, for the favor. Everyone says that seeing beautiful things makes you feel better. I saw the princess today, and Quan's recent The tiredness has completely disappeared, it’s amazing...it’s amazing!”

"Master Quan, that's ridiculous. Master Quan, I don't know how to drink. You don't need to pay attention to me. Please feel free to do as you please!" Nangong Xue said lightly.

Quan Cao didn't seem to hear the rejection in Nangong Xue's words, but still said, "The princess is the head of a country, how dare I ignore it? It's really a disgrace to me!"

Seeing that Quan Cao was still entangled, Nangong Xue turned her head silently and did not answer his words.

Quan Cao praised, "Oh, it's so amazing. Originally, Quan was sleepy, but now he is in high spirits. The princess is more effective than a panacea. Quan Cao is really hard to express his feelings, so he can only express his gratitude to the princess!" Seeing him take off a beautiful bag from his waist and said, "Princess, this bag contains Hanchi Fire Jade, which can cultivate the mind and nourish the heart. I will give it to Your Highness!" He stood up and came to Nangong Xue's table, handing it over with both hands.

Nangong Xue paused and said, "Master Quan, is this gift a national gift or a personal item? If it is a national gift, please give it to Master Yu Ming!"

Quan Cao smiled and said, "It doesn't matter, national gifts or personal belongings don't matter!"

"this…"

A trace of embarrassment flashed across Nangong Xue's face.

Hui Dabao witnessed all this and already knew why Nangong Xue was in such trouble. You must know that in the custom of Dongyi Kingdom, a woman will not easily accept gifts from men. If she accepts them, it means that she has a good impression of the man. Therefore, at this moment, Quan Cao gave her a gift Gift, Nangong Xue is so embarrassed.

However, even if Nangong Xue accepts it on such an occasion, it doesn't mean anything. After all, this is an official occasion. It is acceptable for officials from other countries to give gifts to princesses. It's just that Nangong Xue is probably more concerned about this kind of custom between men and women. The gift of resistance to power.

"Your Royal Highness, although this Hanchi Fire Jade is precious, it can represent the official's thoughts, so you don't have to worry about it at all!"

Quan Cao had a determined smile on his face.

Nangong Xue's face became even more ugly, as if covered with a layer of frost. Seeing this, Ming Jilin next to him quickly said, "Your Highness, Mr. Quan must also want to deepen the friendship between the two countries. How can we live up to Chun Chun's sincerity? How about..."

After hearing Ming Jialin's words, Nangong Xue's frown slowly relaxed, and he sighed slightly, seeming to have compromised. At this moment, a voice suddenly spoke first, "Master Quan, such a cheap stone is for you." Princess, if word spreads, I might lose my status as an adult!"

Nangong Xue was a little surprised. When she turned around, she saw that it was him!

The person who spoke was none other than Hui Dabao. Originally, Hui Dabao was dissatisfied with power. However, due to Si Nanxing's refusal to express his position, since he, as the master of Prince Xia's Mansion, could tolerate power's behavior of turning against guests, he, an outsider, was even less likely to do so. However, just now, when I saw Quan Cao giving Nangong Xue a gift so forcefully, I don’t know whether it was due to dissatisfaction with Quan Cao, or because he had met Nangong Xue once before and wanted to help her. If he can't hold back, he will burst out.

With Dabao's abrupt words, the hall was instantly quiet, and everyone's eyes were focused on him.

At this moment, Quan Cao felt greatly insulted when he heard that Hui Dabao had reduced his precious Hanchi Fire Jade to nothing. If it was normal, he would have asked someone to take Hui Dabao out and chop it into minced meat. However, today, It was hard to get angry in front of Ming Jialin and Nangong Xue, so he could only say with a livid face, "Humph, how can you, a lowly person, know how precious Hanchi Fire Jade is? If the princess and Lord Ming were not present today, I would have to treat you." The crime of talking nonsense!”

Next to him, Si Nanxing said quickly, "Master Quan, don't be angry. Brother Hui must be drunk and talking nonsense... Please don't take offense, Master Quan!"

Quan Cao said with a 'hum', "His Royal Highness, King Xia, as a royal child, you should avoid interacting with the outsiders of the three religions and nine streams. If they lose their etiquette, it will be your King Xia's face that is lost!"

Si Nanxing looked a little embarrassed. Just when he was about to defend, he heard Hui Dabao suddenly shout, "Master Quan is absolutely right. We don't understand etiquette, but I am a humble commoner. It's shameful to be embarrassed. But, Master Quan, this If you lose your identity, you will be thrown into the sky!"

Quan Cao said angrily, "I'm so rude to you. If you can't tell me something today, I won't let you off lightly!"

Hui Dabao said, "Okay, since Mr. Quan is asking the question sincerely, I can't finish my words... Mr. Quan, do you know that in the customs of Dongyi Kingdom, women cannot accept gifts from men at will, otherwise, it will Being regarded as having a loose behavior is a great insult to women. Therefore, even among the people, women will be very cautious, let alone a princess who is regarded as the most beautiful girl of heaven. Lord Quan gave Princess Pearl to the public in the main hall. A gift, isn’t this behavior deeply inappropriate and disrespectful?”

After Hui Dabao finished speaking, he stared at Quan Cao, as if waiting for his explanation!

Quan Cao's face looked a little ugly when he was stared at, and he defended, "This...I don't understand...it was an unintentional move..."

Hui Dabao laughed and said, "Haha... I don't know if it's not considered rude. Doesn't it make sense to kill someone intentionally if you don't understand punishment?"

"this…"

Quan Cao looked extremely embarrassed, as if he didn't know how to defend himself.

At this time, Ming-level Lin laughed and said, "Haha... It's okay. It's not as serious as murder and arson. It's just a few disrespects. It's no big deal. As the saying goes: Those who don't know are not to blame. Princess Mingzhu has always been kind-hearted. I won’t care, Sir Quan, don’t take it to heart!”

When Quan Cao saw Ming Jialin borrowing the steps from him, he smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Highness, Princess. There are many people in Ming Dynasty. I don't know the customs of your country and have lost my etiquette. I will punish myself with a drink and apologize to the princess. Please forgive me!" After finishing the toast, I was given a glass of wine.

Originally, Hui Dabao was very happy to see Quan Cao defeated. Who would have thought that a Ming-level forest suddenly appeared, which made Hui Dabao even more annoyed. He thought: I wanted to prevent Quan Cao from coming to power, but I didn't expect you to show off. Since In this way, neither of you will be able to step down!

So he said loudly, "Mr. Ming is right. Those who don't know are not to blame...but what if they knowingly commit the crime?"

Ming Jialin didn't seem to expect that Hui Dabao would ask him a question. He was stunned for a moment, put down his wine glass, and said slowly, "Knowingly committing a crime... That has to be done on a case-by-case basis, and we can't generalize!"

Hui Dabao heard that Ming Jialin's words were ambiguous, as if he was leaving room to protect his power. This made Hui Dabao even more angry. He sneered and said, "Okay, then let's divide things up. Master Ming and Master Quan both respect each other." The powerful ministers must all be aware of the principles of reciprocity in diplomatic etiquette between the two countries, right?"

"this…"

The color of Ming-level forest is erratic, and it seems unwilling to give a definite answer.