Tuoba Yu continued, "My father the king has said that the verbal betrothal made back then is no longer valid. This time, our primary purpose is to restore friendly relations with the Dongdu Dynasty." She looked at Shen Qing. "Sister Shen, I must truly visit your incense shop another day."
Shen Qing was just about to reply when she suddenly felt a burning gaze land upon her. She turned her head and saw that King of Xiliang Tuoba Hong had stood up at some point, staring fixedly at her. The golden cup in his hand dropped to the floor with a clatter, spilling wine across his magnificent robes.
"Father?" Tuoba Yu called out in confusion.
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