Did the eldest daughter ascend the throne today?

Chapter 498 Celebration Banquet

After the whole process, everyone was tired and hungry, so they took a break before attending the dinner.

Ning Zhiwei went back to her bedroom to change clothes. Halfway through, she lay on the bed and didn't want to move. She was so tired.

Rong Jing couldn't help but laugh when he saw this. It was rare to see her so casual.

He held her in his arms, touched her forehead, and was filled with joy.

"Weiwei, I'm so happy."

Ning Zhiwei closed her eyes and rested, "I am very happy too, but I am very tired. Fortunately, it only happens once in a lifetime."

I got up too early and feel a little sleepy.

Rong Jing stared at this gorgeous beauty infatuatedly, "Weiwei, you look really good today. You looked good before, too, but you look the best today."

She was usually elegant and refined without makeup, but today she was fully made up, so beautiful and graceful that he couldn't bear to blink.

What nonsense are you talking about? Is he crazy with joy today? Ning Zhiwei opened one eye, "I usually see you in green clothes, elegant and graceful, a gentleman, but I didn't expect you to look good in red clothes, with a touch of gorgeous color."

Rong Jing's smile grew brighter, "Do you like it?"

Ning Zhiwei raised the corner of her mouth slightly, "I like it."

A warm current rose in Rong Jing's heart and he felt unprecedented happiness.

He was holding his wife and was about to do something when a clear cough was heard from outside, "Your Majesty."

The imperial kitchen has delivered food.

Ning Zhiwei pushed him away, sat up and straightened her hair, "Let's eat something first to fill our stomachs. We still have time for the dinner later."

Rong Jing looked at his empty hands, feeling a little lost.

Why bother with the dinner party? He just wants his wedding night!

The two of them ate a little, changed their clothes, and rushed to attend the celebratory banquet.

At the banquet, there was melodious music and people sang and danced to celebrate.

Everyone raised their glasses to toast the newlyweds, offering their blessings and presenting their gift lists.

It's the Empress' wedding, and everyone is trying their best to send an outstanding gift that the Empress must remember.

The gifts are varied, including gold and silver jewelry, precious ornaments, jade, calligraphy and paintings, ancient books, etc., all of which are rare treasures.

If Ning Zhiwei was interested in something, she would just show it to her. The person who gave the gift would be happier than if he had received a mountain of gold.

The women of the Ning family looked at this scene and for the first time had a clear understanding of Ning Zhiwei's identity.

She is the emperor of Yong State and the common ruler of the world.

She holds the fate of all living beings in her hands, and controls the life and death of countless people.

"She's amazing. Who would have thought she would get this far?"

When we first met, she was a frail girl covered in blood, beating the drum to report crimes. She was strong and brave, but now, she is radiant and the only one who is superior.

Madam Ning was filled with emotion, "She has found her own way. I hope she gets better and better."

Only when she is well will the Ning family be well.

Ning Zhiwei was playing with a set of custom-made four treasures of the study, which were made of rare and good material. The pattern was a vast landscape of rivers and mountains, and the words "peaceful seas and clear rivers" were engraved on it.

"This is great. When was it ordered?"

Zhou Hongye cupped his hands. He had just been promoted to a higher level and became a Duke, which was the highest position in the country. He was in a very good mood.

He was lucky, he followed the right person and had the last laugh.

"It was ordered half a year ago. I'm afraid I won't be able to make it in time for the Emperor's wedding."

"Yes, I like it very much." Ning Zhiwei's words made Mr. Zhou smile. He knew the emperor's preferences best.

After the court officials had taken turns presenting their gifts, it was the turn of the royal family.

Mrs. Ning presented gifts on behalf of the female members of the Ning family, handing over a thick list of gifts.

"This is a gift from my Ning family, one hundred and twenty boxes of dowry, I wish my emperor a happy wedding, a long and happy marriage, success in everything, and long-lasting blessings."

No matter what unpleasantness there was in the past, Ning Zhiwei once saved them from danger. Her surname was Ning, and when a girl from the Ning family got married, they gave her a dowry.

Ning Zhiwei took the gift list and glanced at it. It was made according to the Ning family's standards for marrying off their daughter. These were not cheap items but rare and exquisite works.

This dowry is very generous, even if it was a princess of the previous dynasty, she would have received this much when she got married.

She was a little surprised. Did he figure it out? "I have thought about it."

Madam Ning felt relieved, and the others also breathed a sigh of relief.

If she is willing to accept it, it means she has let go of everything.

Ning Wenyin and others had already opened their homes and presented their own gifts.

Xinzhe and Ning Yuanxi also gave gifts to each other. They were not very expensive, but very thoughtful.

Ning Zhiwei looked at the people in the room, except for Ning Qishao, "What happened to Brother Qi? Why hasn't he come back yet? He said he would come back to attend my wedding, nothing happened, right?"

Rong Jing kept serving her food, "Maybe she encountered something on the way. No news means good news."

Ning Zhiwei took a bite of the food and said, "He's going to miss our wedding."

As soon as he finished speaking, the guard came in and reported, "Your Majesty, Young Master Ning is back."

Finally he came back, Ning Zhiwei quickly said, "Let him in."

Ning Qishao walked in quickly, having washed and changed into new clothes, but he looked a little haggard.

As soon as he came in, he bowed deeply and said, "Your Highness, Ning Xiuze has returned to report that he has successfully led his army to capture Gaoli State. The King of Gaoli has surrendered. The royal family is on their way back and will take a few days to arrive."

Ning Zhiwei looked at him a few times and felt relieved to see that he was safe and sound.

"Ning Xiu suppressed the false king and the rebels, conquered Gaoli State, expanded the territory, and made great military achievements. He was promoted to Duke of Rong."

Ning Qi was extremely surprised, his eyes lit up, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

He was knighted on his own merits!

Everyone's eyes were red with envy. The Ning family had another duke. Now there were two dukes in one family, which was an unparalleled honor.

However, this unparalleled achievement of destroying a country is indeed worthy of a duke.

Xiao Linfeng was also promoted to Duke for his contribution in destroying the Jin Kingdom.

This is impeccable.

That is, the next thing to think about is whether our family can enter the Hall of Meritorious Officials and where they will rank.

This time when Ning Qi returned, he not only brought back the Gaoli royal family, but also brought back huge wealth.

He handed over a list, "Your Majesty, this is the wealth of the Jin Kingdom's private treasury. I have brought it all back. As for the national treasury, I left it to Lord Shengxia."

As the governor of a place, Shengxia went to take over the mess, and the national treasury naturally had to be left to her.

Ning Zhiwei took a quick look. Gaoli Country is a bit poor. Is this all the royal family has? "Thank you for your hard work."

Ning Qi also presented his own gift, which was a specialty specially collected from the Gaoli Kingdom.

After talking about the important things, we stepped aside. It was not convenient to chat about family matters in this kind of occasion.

He sat next to Ning Xinzhe and chatted with his family for a few words. He felt a burning gaze staring at him. He couldn't help but look over and saw a man wearing a mask.

Familiar yet unfamiliar, he was in a trance for a moment, a name popped up in his mind, and he confirmed it in disbelief.

"This is..." His voice trembled.

Ning Xinzhe lowered his voice and said, "Eighth Uncle."

Ning Qi's heart felt like it had been hit hard.

Ning Ba looked at his lively seventh brother, and countless past events came to his mind. His heart was beating wildly and he couldn't help but burst into tears.

It's great that he's still alive.