Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 370

Chapter 370 Turn Vengeance Into Vengeance

When Qin Mubai returned home, it was noon and the family was about to eat. When he entered, he saw that the house was not as lively as usual, and many people had come.

Wu Meiniang and Princess Gao Yang were both here, and they were chatting with Mother Qin and Shuang’er in the room. Nowadays, Wu Meiniang and Princess Gao Yang were often together. In Princess Gao Yang’s words, “we are bed-sharing sisters”-compared to “table-sharing” when men drink and eat, she came up with a new term for bed-sharing, and even Qin Mubai had to praise her for her talent.

Apart from these two Qin Family wives, the Jiang Xia King, Li Daozong, also had a guest who rarely visited, Su Dingfang.

The two men strolled around the backyard polo court, chatting about martial arts and military affairs, waiting for Qin Mubai to come home. Looking at the situation, there were some things.

Qin Mubai met Princess Gaoyang and the others in the front hall before arriving at the backyard polo court. Dao Sect Li and Su Dingfang chatted enthusiastically. Seeing Qin Mubai come, they laughed from afar.

“Gentlemen, why are you laughing so happily?” Qin Mubai walked over and asked.

“Of course there’s something funny, that’s why I’m laughing like this.” “My daughter is going to be thrown into the border like a bait. If the Tibetans want or don’t want her, they will treat her as if they are adding a head. Is this not funny?” Li Daozong said with a smile on his face.

Qin Mubai cupped his hands and said, “Your Highness, there is no need to think too much. Since His Majesty has appointed you as the wedding messenger, it is likely that he has taken into account the displeasure in your heart.”

“What are you talking about?” Dao Sect Li was stunned, “Your Majesty chose me to be the emissary? Why didn’t I know?”

“Oh?” Qin Mubai was stunned. “Could it be that no one has told you?”

Li Daozong shook his head and looked at Qin Mubai thoughtfully. “You weren’t at home last afternoon. Did you go to see the driver?” He said.

“Yes.” Qin Mubai nodded and admitted.

Li Daozong knitted his brows and said, “Then what else did His Majesty say?”

“Nothing much. I just talked to you about some personal matters.” Qin Mubai said, “He personally appointed you as his emissary and gave you the initiative to get married.” From this point of view, the emperor has also considered your face. More importantly, I don’t feel that the Emperor is very enthusiastic about the wedding. Otherwise, he could have asked Eldest Sun Wuji to appoint an official from the Honglu Temple to go there. Why would he go all out and let Princess Wencheng’s biological father be the wedding messenger? He knows that you are opposed to betrothal. ”

“Yes, there’s an article inside.” Li Daozong knitted his eyebrows and said, “It can be seen that His Majesty the Emperor was forced to adopt a compromise plan because of the pressure of public opinion in the Imperial Court.” At this moment, he specially chose me as his wedding envoy, so that our main warring faction can take more initiative in dealing with Tibet. Alright! No matter how powerful Eldest Sun Wuji is in the Imperial Court, he will not be able to dominate us generals. Whether to fight or not, whether to marry or not, is more in our hands. “Of course, as long as we don’t go too far and make things difficult for the emperor.”

“There’s one more thing. It turns out that my father has already aroused his troops.” Qin Mubai sighed and said, “Earlier, when His Highness and Duke Li Maogong were discussing this matter, he said that his old man’s temperament was as fierce as fire. If he resisted the decree in anger, it would be greatly disadvantageous to us. Unexpectedly, such a thing happened. It seems that my letter was either late or useless.”

“Oh?” Li Daozong and Su Dingfang looked at each other in shock and asked, “What did His Majesty the Emperor say?”

“The Emperor naturally knew that if such news were to be spread to the court, especially when we were at war with the two sects, it would definitely cause a drastic change. Thus, he suppressed the news so much that even Commander Sun Wuji did not know about it.” Qin Mubai said, “I have to mention Chu Suiliang here. On the surface, he and Eldest Sun Wuji were Prince Jin’s Zuo Fu and Right Bi, but he and Eldest Sun Wuji were not on the same side. He was only a confidant of the Emperor, and he probably wouldn’t go for anyone else. That military report was secretly withheld by him and presented to the Emperor. Previously, when he voted in the Hongwen Pavilion, he also firmly adopted a neutral attitude. ”

“En” Dao Sect Li nodded and said, “Eldest Sun Wuji is too powerful. In his eyes, anyone who stands on the same side as him must submit to him and not sit on equal footing. Look at his attitude towards Fang Xuanling, Chu Suiliang, and the others. He seems to be their leader. In the court officials, especially Fang Xuanling and Wei Zheng, who didn’t have a bit of pride and courage? Eldest Sun Wuji often put on such a high profile in front of them, and it was reasonable for him to make them feel slightly disgusted. This time, Fang Xuanling unexpectedly joined our main faction. This was the first time in Wei Zheng’s life that he had changed his stance. It had to be said that it had a lot to do with the character of Eldest Sun Wuji. ”

“Perhaps!” Qin Mubai smiled and said, “In terms of talent and virtue, Changsun Wuji is not superior to Fang Xuanling and Wei Zheng, but in terms of seniority, this is Changsun Wuji’s greatest advantage.” Of course, what he relied on the most was the Emperor’s trust in him. People’s desires are always expanding. A year or two after the death of Empress Chang Sun, because of the Empress’ last words, Chang Sun Wuji said that consorts must not interfere in politics, otherwise the family disaster would not be far away, so he did not spend much time in seclusion cultivating the Code of Laws. In the past two years, both the Emperor and Changsun Wuji seemed to have forgotten Empress Changsun’s last words. As a result, Changsun Wuji finally regained his position and gradually became the leader of the Hundred Officials Pavilion. Ah, we’ve seen it this time! Eldest Sun Wuji waved his arm, and the officials above the third grade were more than eighty percent silent. Even King Wei did not dare to make a move. If we continue to fight him in Chang’an, we will die. As soon as possible, obediently scram to the frontier to look for the bad luck of the Tibetans! In that place, life or death was up to him. Even if he died in battle, he would still be able to do so. It was much better than a cold-blooded arrow that had been nest in the court and killed by one of his own people. ”

“Well said.” Li Daozong smiled and nodded. He pointed at Su Dingfang and said, “Then you should know what your senior brother is doing here.”

Qin Mubai looked at Su Dingfang and smiled, “Could it be that Senior Brother also wants to go to Lanzhou?”

“I guessed correctly.” Su Dingfang cupped his hands and smiled. “I’ve been in the prison guards’ den for a few years. Sooner or later, I’m just a dog with no future. This time, Mubai will return to Lanzhou to start a military. At this time, I’m not talented. I’m willing to work hard for Mubai!” Su Dingfang smiled.

“Senior Brother’s words are too heavy!” Qin Mubai hurriedly said in surprise, “If it comes to the use of force, I will definitely be far inferior to you. With Senior Brother’s help, Lanzhou is really like a tiger adding wings!”

“I didn’t ask.” Su Dingfang smiled and said, “Right now, Master doesn’t care about the matters in the court. He is even more reluctant to interfere if I want to go to Lanzhou. Rather than this, it’s better not to make things difficult for him. When the matter is settled, I’ll let him know.”

Li Daozong smiled and said, “Interesting now. One of Duke Wei’s three students is nest in Lanzhou. Hou Junji, Su Dingfang, and Qin Mubai, what kind of scene will the three of you have when you join forces? This king is really very curious, haha!”

Qin Mubai also smiled and said, “Although Hou Junji is our senior brother, we seldom interact with each other.” This time, he suffered a calamity and was belittled to liangzhou, so he must be angry. I have returned to Lanzhou this time, so I have to persuade him to help me. “Besides, I, Qin Mubai, will certainly raise my hands in support of Ding Fang’s decision to go to Lanzhou. However, it is up to the Ministry of War to decide whether or not we can make it!”

“Are you kidding? The Minister of War is Li Ji. If he dares to disagree with this king, he will demolish his shabby house! The one in charge of the Lanzhou dispatch task force is Fang Xuanling. He is much easier to talk to than Eldest Sun Wuji. As long as he does not violate the rules of the court, there is basically no problem.” Dao Sect Li laughed loudly, “Su Dingfang must go to Lanzhou.” This way, Lanzhou will have your father and son from the Qin Family, this king, Hou Junji, Su Dingfang, Brother Xue Wanche, and Qi Bi. Together with your Tiger Master General Xue Rengui and Yuwen Hongtai, that place is an important stronghold for our military. Mubai, you’re still the center of everyone’s attention! You have to work hard, you have to lead this group of us to make a great achievement! ”

The three of them laughed heartily.

Qin Mubai said, “Eldest Sun Wuji refused to go to war with Tibet. He also had the intention of not letting us lead the troops outside.” Those of us who lead the troops have confidence when we have military power in our hands. Who would be afraid of him, Eldest Sun Wuji? Moreover, if he obtained military merits, he would also stand firm in the court, which would pose a great threat to his status. It can be imagined that now, Changsun Wuji’s heart is like a puddle of bitter water, but he has nowhere to complain. He can only watch as we swagger to Lanzhou. ”

“However, the roots of the army and generals are still in the Imperial Court. Unless we have no other choice, it would be better if we don’t clash with Eldest Sun Wuji face to face.” Li Daozong said, “To insult him in public like Yuchi Jingde, there is no good result except to have a good tongue.” I heard that after yesterday’s meeting, the emperor called Yuchi Jingde to curse him. Then, late last night, Yuchi Jingde called Chang’an City Gate and ran back to his camp in a dejected manner. Yuchi’s respect for virtue was like a blazing fire and he had always been at odds with Eldest Sun Wuji. This time, the feud between the two of them could be considered big. If he did not restrain himself in the future, he would sooner or later call out to Eldest Sun Wuji. Yuchi Jingde is a reckless man. If he wants to play tricks with his mind and eyes, how can he be the opponent of Eldest Sun Wuji? ”

“That’s right! Then let’s all draw a lesson from it! If there’s nothing else, then don’t provoke Eldest Sun Wuji.” Qin Mubai said, “Let’s not talk about anything else. If he makes articles for us in terms of food, pay, and military expenses, then it will be enough for us to endure. Speaking of which, when I return to Lanzhou again, how much money will the Imperial Court give me? Or should I go back to Lanzhou alone and rely on the inherent military forces of Lanzhou to survive on my own?”

“I don’t know.” Li Daozong shook his head and said, “This account is all in the mind of Fang Xuanling, who is in charge of the military affairs and is in charge of dispatching troops to Lanzhou. If you want to ask, ask him.”

Qin Mubai was stunned. He bitterly smiled and said, “Looks like I have to visit this Fang Xuanling in public and private … I just don’t know if I would be torn apart by the claws of that famous female tiger in his house if I entered his house.”

Li Daozong smiled happily and said, “No one knows. You should ask for your own fortune!” Fang Xuanling was a sensible and open-minded person, and he was well known in this world. But he had a jealous and fierce wife, and he was famous all over the world! A grand Prime Minister of Fang Xuanling actually feared him. Hehe … Qin Mubai, you smashed Fang Yiai into pieces in just a few punches. If you dare to enter the Fang Clan’s gate again, I, the Li Dao Sect, will be the first to admire you! ”

Su Dingfang smiled and said, “Mubai, if a man dares to do anything, then kill him. If that Fang madam wants to do something to you but Fang Xuanling doesn’t stop you, then that’s fine. However, according to my estimation, although Fang Xuanling is afraid, he won’t allow his wife to do anything in front of big issues. Go and rest assured, nothing will happen.”

“Alright, then I’ll brave it and go for a walk!” Qin Mubai gritted his teeth and said, “Besides, if Senior Brother can accompany someone to Lanzhou, then Fang Xuanling will have to nod his head!”

At noon, Qin Mubai left Li Daozong and Su Dingfang for lunch at home. After dinner, Qin Mubai inadvertently said that she was going to Fang Xuanling’s house. The whole family was stunned. They hurriedly said that Fang Qin and Fang Xuanling had a grudge against each other. How could they interact with each other? However, Qin Mubai insisted on going, and his mother, sister, and the others were unable to persuade him to go.

In the end, Princess Gaoyang made a tragic decision, saying that she must accompany Qin Mubai to the Fang Clan!

The people present were even more terrified! Who didn’t know that Princess Gao Yang was engaged to Fang Yi Ai before? This was also the first poisonous incentive for the two families to kill each other. Wasn’t Princess Gao Yang going with her to cause trouble?

Wu Meiniang smiled and persuaded Mother Qin and Shuang’er, “You still need to tie the bell to the person who untied the bell.” Mu Bai was an official in the court, and Fang Xuanling was the central savior. How could he not interact with him? If this feud was allowed to continue brewing, the feud would become even more vengeful in the long run. It would be better if he took the initiative to dispel this grudge with a bit of breadth of mind. Of course, it would be best if it could be solved. Even if it couldn’t be solved, the situation wouldn’t be much worse than it is now. After all, the Fang family did not dare to touch Mubai and the princess. ”

Hearing Wu Meiniang’s words, Mother Qin, Shuang’er and the others were unwilling to stop them.

Princess Gao Yang rolled her eyes and pulled Wu Meiniang with a smile, “Meiniang, you are so resourceful and talkative. Come with us!”

“What am I going to do?” Wu Meiniang was stunned.

Qin Mubai smiled and said, “There is an extremely famous jealous woman in the Fang Clan. She is Fang Xuanling’s main wife and Fang Yiai’s mother. If it weren’t for a character like you, she would definitely not be able to suppress her. Sooner or later, things would be bad for me. Mother Mei, let’s go together and help me!”

“Alright, the three of you go with me. I can rest assured!” Mother Qin hurriedly matched them up.

Wu Meiniang helplessly shook her head and smiled, saying, “Since Auntie has the order, Meiniang should obey.”

Li Daozong and Su Dingfang stood at the side and watched the fun. They laughed and said, “Look at this family. Even the women are heroes of wisdom, intelligence, and bravery. Tsk tsk, the Qin Clan is not happy, and the heavens are not tolerant!”

“Your Highness rarely flatters me. I have to laugh heartily. Haha!” Qin Mubai laughed triumphantly and thought to himself, “It is said that a successful man must have a good woman behind him-I have a group of people behind me, can I not succeed?”

“Get ready. We’re going to the Fang Clan!”

“Wait! Send servants to the door of the house to keep an eye on it first. We can’t go until Fang Xuanling returns to the manor.” Wu Meiniang said, “Otherwise, if only his wife was at home, wouldn’t we be like moths flying into a fire?”

“Mother Mei is still careful! Alright, I’ll leave it to you!”

Fang Xuanling, who had been sick in the Emperor’s bedroom for a while, moved out of the Imperial Palace and stayed in his own mansion after appearing in Hongwen Library that day. Even though the emperor was still inviting him to stay in the palace to be treated by the imperial physician, he still insisted on refusing.

At this moment, the Fang Clan’s main hall was still filled with the Fang Yi Clan’s Spirit Record, and the Patriarch’s Spirit Return Record had yet to be removed. Mrs. Lu cried in front of the hall every day, performing the tragedy of the white-haired man sending the black-haired man away. After Fang Xuanling returned to the manor, she refused to ask her to dismantle the Spirit Case. Fang Xuanling was helpless, and he had some unspeakable grief and indignation, so he let her do it.

Qin Mubai, Princess Gao Yang, and Wu Meiniang arrived in a carriage. The carriage was set up by the prince’s son-in-law and the princess, making it look very formal and dignified. Qin Mubai’s heart trembled when he heard the sound of mourning and crying coming from the Fang Clan’s tightly shut doors.

“Why don’t we come back another day?” Princess Gaoyang said with some apprehension, “They are conducting a funeral. It is estimated that Fang Yiai hasn’t been buried yet … My God, I really don’t know how they collected Fang Yiai’s corpse. His head has been beaten by Mubai …”

“Alright, stop.” Qin Mubai waved her hand and said, “I know that Fang Yiai has already been buried for many days. It is estimated that the spirit tablet has not been demolished, and the Aquatic Dojo at home has never stopped. I have limited time to wait. I can’t wait any longer. I have come here with a single saber, so I have no reason to turn around-I will go call the door!”

Princess Gaoyang and Wu Meiniang got out of the car and followed behind Qin Mubai. The three of them arrived at the door, and Qin Mubai slapped the beast head ring on the door.

After a long time, someone came to open the door. A middle-aged male servant opened the door and looked at the three men and women with extraordinary clothes. He was surprised and asked, “Where did the three of them get their names? What can I do for my master?”

Qin Mubai bowed to the servant politely, which made him feel a little flattered. He said to him, “Please tell Fang Xianggong that Prince Consort Qin Mubai, His Highness Princess Gao Yang, and his wife have come to visit.”

“Ah!!!” The servant was immediately stunned and couldn’t help but shout. He even forgot to point at Qin Mubai respectfully and said in a trembling voice, “You say … you are Qin Mubai and Princess Gaoyang?”

“Exactly.” Qin Mubai said calmly, “Please inform me.”

“Wait!”

“Boom!” The servant closed the door as if he had seen a ghost, and quickly ran towards the inner room. Standing outside the door, he could hear him screaming along the way-“Prime Minister, madam, something big, something big! Princess Qin Mubai and Princess Gaoyang are here!”

Qin Mubai and Wu Meiniang shook their heads, not knowing whether to laugh or cry. Princess Gaoyang angrily stomped her feet and said, “How unreasonable! Treating us like ferocious beasts, does this servant deserve to die? He is actually so rude!”

“Forget it. When they heard our names, they forgot everything. After all, they are servants. Don’t pick on him.” Qin Mubai said, “However, this also shows a problem. Right now, the Fang Clan may have a lot of resentment towards us. Let’s not talk like this.”

“It doesn’t matter.” Wu Meiniang smiled calmly and said, “Killing people is only the first step. Since we took the initiative to resolve our enmity before coming to the door and did not hit the smiling person, if there was a reasonable person in the Fang Clan, it would not be difficult for us, at least not today. Furthermore, Fang Xuanling is the head of the clan. He will be fine.”

After Qin Mubai heard his words, he couldn’t help but laugh and said, “Mother Mei, you are not in the court, but you know more about the people in the court than I do. It’s a pity that you don’t join the court as an official.”

Wu Meiniang smiled sweetly and said proudly, “You’re right. I remember that my mother once told me that when I was young, a famous Prime Minister Yuan Tiangang showed me a picture and said that if I were born into a man, I would be an emperor. If I were an official, I wouldn’t have anything to do with all of you men! Who knows … I can still be a queen!”