amaotonovel Chapter 362 The identity of the envoy to Rhodes
Chapter 362 The identity of the envoy to Rhodes
Upon seeing this, Chu Chen opened the box and saw that it was filled with neatly arranged jade essence.
"Did Rhodes send this?"
“That’s right. In previous years, Luo Duo brought cloth, fast horses, gold and silver treasures. This year, it’s mostly these things, which is enough to prove that Luo Duo has bad intentions.”
Seeing that Chu Chen was interested, Zhou Shixun embellished the story.
After listening, Chu Chen thought to himself, "This is a matter between your two countries. If you're unhappy, just take your musketeers and go blast them."
What is the meaning of this enticing me to go there?
So he said to Zhou Shixun, "The jade essence is good, but the reason is not enough. Uncle Zhou, let's not beat around the bush."
"Alright, Chu boy, I'm begging you!"
"There is a high chance that your trip to Rhodo will result in Rhodo taking you hostage to threaten our dynasty."
"Uncle Zhou also thought about it for a long time before he decided that you were the most suitable candidate."
"Looking across the entire Great Xia Dynasty, the only one capable of bombing the Emperor's Palace and escaping unscathed is you, Chu Wazi, so..."
Zhou Shixun didn't say anything more, and Chu Chen understood the reasoning behind it. This was to send him out to cause trouble and force Luo Duo to attack Da Xia.
In Chu Chen's heart, if it was true, as Zhou Shixun said, that Luo Duo had more jade essence than Japan, then it was worth the trip.
Going as an envoy would make things much easier.
"Alright, Uncle Zhou, I can agree, but for the sake of our friendship, you'll have to collect a lot of this jade essence for me, because I need a very large amount!"
"Don't worry, Chuwa, since you became sworn brothers with Lao Ba, although I haven't given you much, you have always been a flesh-and-blood Great Xia person, haven't you?"
"Um, Uncle Zhou, alright, if there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now. Just send someone to find me on the day you depart."
Upon hearing that Zhou Shixun was about to use empty promises and manipulate him, Chu Chen quickly took his leave.
I thought to myself that we've experienced far too much of this empty promise in modern society.
However, Sehun is alright this week. Every time he makes a promise, he sprinkles a handful of sesame seeds on top of it, unlike those high-and-mighty elites in modern society.
After leaving the palace, Chu Chen went straight back to his residence in the capital.
Inside the courtyard, Old Qin was repairing tables and benches.
The two little girls were also there mending and sewing.
Upon seeing Chu Chen return, she immediately stood up to greet him: "Young Master, you're back!"
"Old Qin, just throw these junk things away since they're broken. I already gave you money, so just buy new ones."
"Don't worry, young master, these pieces of furniture are still usable, but they will definitely not be placed in any conspicuous places in the courtyard."
Chu Chen smiled after hearing this, thinking to himself, "Saving money is a good thing. With so much money, these three haven't run away with it. They're pretty good people."
So, with the help of the two maids, they went into the room.
On the third day, someone knocked on the gate of the mansion.
"Envoy of Chu, His Majesty requests your presence." Old Qin opened the door and immediately heard Eunuch Wei's voice outside, as if he were choking someone.
They quickly ushered him inside.
"Eunuch Wei, you have to come in person to invite me. Have you had breakfast yet?" Chu Chen, who was washing up, saw Old Qin bringing Eunuch Wei into the house and hurriedly said.
"Haha, Young Master Chu, no, I should call you Envoy Chu now. My family just happens to like yours."
Upon hearing this, Chu Chen quickly instructed the maid to bring a set of bowls and chopsticks.
Without any hesitation, Eunuch Wei took the bowl and began to gulp down the food.
"Go today?" Chu Chen asked, looking up.
“That’s right, Young Master Chu. Luo Duo is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. His Majesty said that you can do whatever you want on this trip…”
Do whatever you want? Chu Chen thought to himself, not bad.
However, they probably don't need to remind him; with his current strength, he can do whatever he wants.
He'll seize the essence of the jade and head to the summit of that high mountain. He'll let Luo Duo and Da Xia fight if they want; it's none of his business.
"Haha, Eunuch Wei, since His Majesty has said so, then I will not stand on ceremony."
After saying this, he and Eunuch Wei exchanged a smile, instantly adopting a cunning and shrewd demeanor.
After breakfast, Chu Chen was taken to the gate of the capital.
At this time, Zhou Shixun and Luo Duo's delegation were already waiting here.
"Uncle Zhou, what's wrong? Do you really need to deliver it yourself?"
"Chuwa, today we are sending you to Luoduo. Remember, safety is of utmost importance. We are all waiting for you in the capital. We hope you return with a full load!"
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Zhou Shixun introduced him to Ross Biao, the envoy of the Rodo delegation.
This Luo Si Biao is the head of the Luo Duo delegation. He is fluent in the Great Xia language, so after Chu Chen arrives in Luo Duo, this person will arrange everything for Chu Chen.
"Luosibiao greets the Chu envoy!"
"Um, Brother Biao, no need to be so polite. From now on, you can just call me Young Master Chu."
Chu Chen looked at the greasy-looking man with a full beard in front of him and spoke in a very unpretentious manner.
"Very well, Your Majesty, Young Master Chu, let's set off immediately!"
After saying that, several of Luo Duo's maids stepped forward and led Chu Chen to a super luxurious carriage.
The carriage was divided into an inner and outer room. Chu Chen was arranged in the inner room, while two maids were on the outside.
The weather was a bit cold after the New Year, but inside the carriage it was warm and cozy.
After Chu Chen entered the carriage, he was surprised by its luxury. Inside, there was a small bed.
The entire interior of the carriage was covered with colorful fabrics, some of which were either leather or cloth.
It feels very comfortable to the touch.
Chu Chen stepped onto the platform wearing socks, and two maids immediately stepped forward to remove his cloak.
Chu Chen quickly stopped them, saying, "Um, ladies, I'll handle these kinds of small things myself from now on."
The two maids looked at each other, bewildered, when they saw that Chu Chen was unwilling to serve them.
Immediately afterwards, the two of them also took off their outer clothes.
"Holy crap, this is how you Luo Duo test the cadres of Great Xia? Which cadre can withstand such a test?"
"Young Master Chu, it's a bit warmer inside the carriage than outside. Please take off your outer garment."
"You can speak the language of Great Xia?"
Chu Chen looked at the two of them and asked in surprise.
The two women smiled and said, "Young master, it's not just the two of us, the entire delegation will."
Upon hearing this, Chu Chen thought about it and realized it made sense. Anyone who could join this mission should at least be proficient in the language of Great Xia.
He couldn't help but curse inwardly, thinking that Zhou Shixun didn't even bother to give himself a secret technique that allowed him to understand the language of Rhodo.
So he gave an awkward laugh and said, "Okay, I'll do it myself in a bit. Everyone should rest first. The journey to Rhodo is quite long."
"Young master, the journey to Luoduo will take about half a month. I, Luoduo, thought that you would be lonely on the journey, so I, my sister and I, have specially sent you to serve you and ride in the same carriage. If you need to rest, you can rest on the bed."
Upon hearing this, Chu Chen thought to himself, "This Luo Duo is something else. He's nominally accompanying me, but he's actually monitoring me."
I estimate that once they cross the border of the Great Xia, they will have to take control of themselves.
Faced with two such burly maids, should she resist or endure it?