No matter who it is, from the moment His Majesty orders, Dong is His Highness's person, everything is in the interests of His Highness, everything is according to His Highness's will, and His Highness will not be wronged at all."
Congratulations to Her Highness Ivy."
In the small house where I live every day, it has suddenly become lively in the past two days.The Interior Officer came to Ivy's residence with several maids and attendants, dressed neatly and respectfully, and presented Pharaoh's rewards to Ivy one by one.Jewelry, sesame oil, costumes, jewelry, all from the hands of the famous masters of the court, all of which are carefully made and unique.Egypt 3,000 years ago led the fashion trend in West Asia at that time, and the royal family that ruled the country was the origin of all the new fashions of decoration.Every time the beautiful Queen Neferthali met her subjects on the high platform, the young women of Thebes would imitate her dress.In front of Ivy are all kinds of clothes that stand at the top of this trend.White and light linen dresses, tiaras adorned with gold or diamonds, necklaces made of lapis lazuli, malachite and chalcedony beads, earrings adorned with amethyst beads, ivory-carved bracelets, all of which were made from the finest and finest materials of the time, most of which were special tributes available only to the royal family.Pharaoh's rewards were brought into Ivy's room one after another, and the small hall was gradually occupied by ornate and heavy chests, and the old maid Duo watched uneasily as the internal affairs officer directed the attendants in and out of the humble house, and could not help but be a little confused.But when she turned her head, her young master showed no sign of pleasure, but leaned back in a chair and looked blankly at these valuable rewards.The carrying procession finally stopped, and the internal affairs officer led by him bowed respectfully to Ivy, and said loudly and politely: "Your Highness, Your Majesty's rewards are all here, now I will read the list to you" Ivy did not look at him, but waved his hand slightly, indicating that there was no need for him to read on.The internal officer immediately bowed deeply and obediently, and with a wave of his hand, he took the servants and left Ivy's room in unison.Ivy exhaled and continued to sit boredly in her chair.Duo walked up tremblingly, and asked with a little uneasiness: "Your Highness, are the rumors circulating in the palace true" Ivy did not answer, gently picked up a white linen dress in the box, and looked at it indifferently.The almost transparent texture, the fine and delicate folds, the stitches that are almost invisible, and the texture as light as a feather.She remembered all that had been in Memphis, the secret room built for her, filled with such gorgeous and expensive feminine objects.It was only to this day that it became clear once again that what she wanted was not the glitzy material, but the love for her pampering hidden behind it, the deep affection that was not found behind these equally extravagant objects today.She tossed her skirt aside, curled up in a large chair, her toes slightly tucked up, and fell into deep contemplation.In the hundred days she had been back in the future, there wasn't a single day she hadn't missed him.She found all the books about his history and read them carefully, looking for a word about him.Her excellent reading skills and memory helped her clearly write down the geographical divisions and national situations of West Asia and North Africa 3,000 years ago.Through the study of folk tales that have been passed down from generation to generation and the various monuments that have remained, people living in modern times have been able to get a glimpse of the tip of the iceberg of history spanning thousands of years, and carefully draw the general outline of that era.Egypt on the Nile, when Ramses II succeeded to the throne in the nineteenth dynasty, although it was not the largest country in terms of territory, it was one of the most powerful countries on the Mediterranean coast and on both sides of the Red Sea.Only the Hittites, standing on the other side of the Mediterranean, eyed this fertile land, and even dared to wield iron weapons and use force against each other, becoming the greatest rival of Ramses II during his sixty-seven years of reign.Even years after the Battle of Kadesh, the two countries are still at loggerheads, and each other's every move involves the placement of the other's next chess game.The Hittites were Egypt's strategic rivals and the priority of national policy.And the monarch behind the Hittite, no matter how time and space change, will still be the strongest opponent in Ramses' heart.Ivy believes that everything Ramses does will be backed by a clear purpose.He is full of wisdom and calm.Before he was twenty years old, he could endure dormancy for three years, and purge the palace of poisoning tumors in one fell swoop with the Hongmen Banquet; At the beginning of his succession, a little trickery broke the conspiracy of Libya, the Hittites and the royal traitors; He is bold in employing people, but he holds everything in his hands; He plays with the risks, but easily overrides them.Every decision he makes is well thought out and therefore very thoughtful.So what was the reason for marrying her far away to Nubia, 3,000 years ago, Nubia was called the Kingdom of Cush, which was located directly south of Egypt, bordering Upper Egypt, and was the border and transition between Egypt and Black Africa.Abu Simbel, as it became famous, was located in the northern part of Nubia at that time.More than ten days had passed since he decided to marry her to Nubia.The date of the trip has not been confirmed for a long time, but the news of Ivy's upcoming trip to Nubia has spread.The populace knew that Pharaoh had recognized Ivy's lineage and was going to marry her to the king of Cush.She didn't understand that if it was because she hated her, then, as he said, he could easily kill her in the desert.For political reasons, in the time of Ramses II, Egyptian-Nubian relations could be described in 10 million ways, but the pretext of marriage to prove "friendship from generation to generation" was absolutely impossible to choose.For the country that was once composed of several black tribes, Egypt's demand for them should only be the conquest of the self-proclaimed people of God, how can they be willing to sit on an equal footing with the seemingly inferior people, if these assumptions are not true, what should be the so-called political reasons, it is known that his own visit must have been of great help to him.The lavish reward he sent was not only a material reward, but also a hint to the world: Ivy was a princess, the sister of the pharaoh of Great Egypt, who now recognizes her royal lineage.He affirmed her status from the side according to the agreement, which was nothing more than a wordless hint; She will also go to Nubia at his request to complete that unknown mission.She should be happy to be able to help him, but I really don't know what my fate will be, and how she will be able to see him again" The same future can only correspond to the only past.Maybe if I stay away from him, history won't change because of me," Ivy muttered, trying her best to comfort herself, "Or maybe Tissi is right. ”There must be a fate in the underworld, perhaps, her fate is to leave him again, and then return to the future with the help of some mysterious power.No, maybe she returned to this era this time, and it was simply too much.Duo on the side suddenly raised his head, and his old eyes looked at Ivy in a daze, "Your Highness, what you just said" Ivy was stunned for a moment, and turned her head, "The same future can only correspond to the only past" "No. ”Duo was a little excited, she took a few steps forward, her slightly cloudy eyes locked firmly on Ivy, "Where did you know that name" Ti Xi, did she mean Ti Xi Ai Wei looked at Duo in surprise, and was about to open her mouth to ask, but before this question could be spoken, she was interrupted by a humble voice from the door."
Your Highness Ivy, Winter requests to be received."
When I first saw him, Ivy naturally thought of it as a winter sun, hanging quietly on a slightly grey sky, covered with a thin layer of mist, emitting a slightly warm but always cold glow.It was a boy of seventeen or eighteen who slowly walked into Ivy's room, respectfully followed by two courtiers who looked many, much older than him.The boy has a clear and handsome face, a well-proportioned and firm body.The short ear-length hair is a pale brown color, and it exudes a rhythmic leap with the footsteps.Standing in front of Ivy, he bent down slightly and said very politely, "Your Highness, see you in winter." ”The character pronounced "dong" can be a thrush, an east, or a building.Without hesitation, Ivy painted a Chinese character in her mind: winter.But it's not a cold winter, just an ordinary, windless winter.It's neither hot nor cold, but the weather is refreshing.Suddenly, she had a very good impression of the teenager in front of her.The way he saluted indicated that he should have a certain status, so she also nodded slightly politely, "Winter." ”The young man smiled a little shyly, and his slender arms pointed at the two restrained courtiers behind him.The two ministers immediately saluted Ivy, but the gesture was not so much a respect for Ivy, but a perfunctory gesture because of the winter in front of him."
Your Majesty ordered me to come over and bring two knowledgeable senior officials with me, and let them introduce you to the culture and background of Kushi."
Hearing such an introduction, Duo, who had been standing quietly on the side, suddenly changed his face, stumbled forward, and asked in a little panic: "Your Royal Highness Aiwei, Your Majesty really wants to marry you" Before Aiwei could answer, Dong turned to one side slightly, and two waiters came up from behind, one left and one right, and took Duo out of the door."
Your Majesty also instructed that Duo is already old, and I am afraid that I will not be able to serve His Highness well, so in the future, let me follow His Highness and serve as His Highness's personal attendant before His Highness arrives in the capital of Kushi.Duo's work will be arranged separately. ”Duo was half-forced to pull out of the room, and the atmosphere suddenly became a little awkward.Although the young man's clear smile had not changed, Ivy had already added a little doubt to the young man's favor at this moment.She didn't immediately stand up and ask, but sat still firmly on the stool, watching what happened.Ramses wants to use her, so no one dares to touch her for the time being, and she can sit down and see which play is staged.The young man bowed slightly, smiled and said to the old man behind him, "Xike, Rob, you can start talking." ”The two old ministers stepped forward unhurriedly, and one of them bowed deeply, cleared his throat, and began to speak in an aria-like tone: "Your Majesty hopes that Egypt can establish a good friendship with Gushi.As the only unmarried princess of the right age in Egypt, Her Royal Highness Ivy is the perfect candidate to bridge the friendship between the two countries. ”Another continued: "Kusit borders Egypt to the south and is an important neighbor of Egypt, and the friendship between the two countries will have a significant impact on Egypt's political position. ”"Next, Lao Chen will introduce you to the culture of the Kingdom of Kusit and the etiquette that you need to pay attention to when you get married."
The courtier said in a loud voice, Dong watched politely from the sidelines, and the waiter stood by respectfully at the door.Ivy took a glass of water from her side, and while listening to the old minister's narration, she looked at the clay cup seemingly casually, and when the courtier said the phrase "serve the king of Cush with all her might", the glass of water flew over his face and splashed it all over his old face, and a cup was slammed on his head.The civil official was stunned for a moment, and then his face turned from red to white, and then from white to blue, and the green tendons suddenly jumped up one by one in his head, and he stood there in embarrassment, unable to move.Dong hurriedly stepped forward, and there was a little difficulty in his voice, "Your Highness, is Rob not good at speaking, then Dong will change another courtier to explain it to you." ”Expressionlessly, Ivy picked up the expensive white gauze dress in the box and gently wiped away the remaining water droplets from her hands, ignoring the embarrassing scene in front of her."
Your Highness, Lord Rob has been serving in the Foreign Affairs Yuan since before His Majesty ascended the throne, and you have read countless documents and witnessed countless examples, how can you be so disrespectful to him," another courtier named Sike finally cried out with righteous indignation.Ivy glanced at him, "Do you know or not" She stood up in front of the chair, her white fingers unceremoniously pointing at the nose of the embarrassed courtier, "Lying to a member of the royal family will be sentenced to death" The princess of Egypt, in order to serve the king of Cush, such a statement is absolutely impossible for Ramses to admit.Although these two courtiers seemed respectful, the words and tones used between their words could not help but imply a bit of contempt and disrespect for Ivy's identity.But at this time, how could he know that Ivy living in this thin body was no longer the poor princess who was bullied, and hidden under her weak appearance was an unruly and stubborn soul.No matter what time and space it is, don't just look down on Avella Mordiette" What the old minister said is true, Princess Ivy, you married Gu Shi in order to consolidate the friendship between the two countries in the form of marriage.Her Royal Highness Princess Ivy still please sit down and listen to the old minister finish explaining some of the situation of Gu Shi, so that it is convenient to choose a starting point" "Stop" Ivy threw a sentence, the momentum was terrifying, "What is the status of Gu Shi, do you think I don't know A hundred years ago, it was just an area composed of several black tribes, although it has a long history, it can't erase the aggressive nature, and the struggle between the tribes is one after the other.It was only after Thutmose's repeated attacks that he surrendered and unified, and established the system that is now considered a kingdom.The people of the Sun of the Great Egyptian Empire, why are they willing to form a friendship with such a people for generations" Rob's face was flushed, and he couldn't suppress his scolding, and at this moment, a polite voice had already come from behind, "Rob, didn't you hear the words of His Highness just now" The two courtiers, who were annoyed and angry by the violation of authority, couldn't help but look back in confusion, but Dong's expression was the same as when he just walked into the room, the shy smile seemed to have never changed, and the words of the command didn't seem to come from him at all."
Your Majesty commands that I will be responsible for all orders of Her Highness Ivy."
He was still smiling, "Stand down." ”The two old ministers were stunned for a moment.Dong leaned over, his hand pointed out of the door, and the smile on his face did not change at all, "As long as His Highness commands, you will be punished by death, don't you understand" Rob and Xike's original dissatisfaction was replaced by full fear at this time, and they hurriedly bowed loudly, while chanting "Lord Dong forgive, Your Highness forgives you", and quickly ran away from the house.Winter turned around, scratched his head shyly, and muttered to himself, "It seems that His Majesty's strength is still greater", and then turned back to look at Ivy, "Your Highness, you are unhappy."
Your Majesty has instructed Dong to take care of you, and Dong will do his best to fulfill your orders, so please wait a while, and Dong will be replaced by other courtiers. ”Ivy curled back in her chair and looked at the young man in front of her thoughtfully, but there was no hint of hypocrisy in his respect.Although he said that if he opened his mouth, the two old ministers would be sentenced to death, but with his current status, he may not have this ability.He seemed to drive them away inadvertently, but in fact, he lightly resolved the embarrassing stalemate and gave himself enough face."
Don't you know who I am," she asked, curious.She seems to have gradually become accustomed to the positioning of this body in this era, and suddenly there is a person who respects her so much, but she is not used to it.Dong raised his head, a strange look flashed on his face, and then he showed a somewhat silly smile, and his clear eyes looked at Ivy sincerely, "Your Highness, no matter who it is, from the moment Your Majesty orders, Dong is His Highness's person, everything is in the interests of His Highness, everything is according to His Highness's wishes, and His Highness will not be wronged in the slightest." ”"Oh" This is also a means of "exchange", Ivy pretended to look away casually, and said calmly and indifferently, "I have already promised Your Majesty to go to Gushi, and I understand the truth, I don't need Your Majesty to send someone to persuade me, I just want to spend the days before my departure quietly." ”The young man immediately bowed, "Yes, Dong understands, and no one will come to disturb His Highness in the future." ”Ivy glanced at Winter again, and the boy stood quietly, his long eyelashes reflected in the sunlight, falling on his dark walnut eyes and one of the black pupils, which had no impurities.His skin was ivory white, and Ivy thought that this skin color was not actually owned by the ancient Egyptians, so she asked without thinking: "You are not Egyptian" The young man was stunned for a moment, then raised his head and looked at Ivy, and there was a hint of surprise in his eyes, as if to say: "Don't you know" But he didn't say this sentence after all, and still replied politely: "Winter is indeed a foreigner." ”He paused, gave Ivy a quick look, and added, "Your Majesty does not exclude foreigners in terms of employing people, and Dong is also very grateful for this. ”She nodded, scratched her head a little embarrassed, coughed, and pulled out the most vulgar excuse ever, "I'm sorry, I had a big fever after that day, and I don't remember a lot of things." ”Dong thought for a moment before nodding again and standing back quietly aside.Ivy paused for a moment and asked again: "How is Duo" Dong hung his head slightly, and the faint short brown hair brushed softly across his cheeks."
Your Majesty sent me here because Duo is indeed too old to be able to protect you in the ancient world, and she has disobeyed the Pharaoh before, so she should have been driven out of the palace now."
Ivy was startled, but then immediately retracted the expression on her face, tilted her head, and said seemingly casually, but in fact aggressively: "Do you think you can protect me, aren't you from the priesthood of Ritach, do you want to protect me by prayer" Facing a series of questions that were almost questioning by Ivy, the young man just hung his head, and his voice was still so polite, "Your Highness, don't worry, Dong will spare no effort." ”The two were silent for a few seconds before Dong spoke: "If Your Highness has no other orders for the time being, Dong will retire first."
The Winter Meeting will arrange someone to take care of your daily life, and when the departure date is set, the Winter Meeting will serve His Royal Highness to prepare for a long journey. ”Speaking of which, Ivy remembered one more thing.She hurriedly looked up and said in an affirmative tone, "I want to see Ramses." ”Dong stopped and turned around, "Without His Majesty's permission, I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to meet Your Highness" "It's okay. ”Ivy looked at Dong with gray eyes, her petite body burst out with a firm spirit that could not be ignored, and her delicate face revealed a look that could not be refused, "Although I can't, you were sent by him, and you should be able to meet him."
You take me to him now, and whatever happens, I have full authority and nothing to do with you. ”Winter's smile froze on his face at that moment, and he couldn't take his eyes off Ivy for a moment.After a long time, he scratched his hair again, and his dark walnut-colored eyes narrowed slightly, "Yes, Your Highness, Dong understands." ”t1706231537: