Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 97

Chapter 97 Chain Meter
Qin Gaoyang heaved a sigh of relief when he left Princess Mubai’s mother and daughter’s dormitory.

No matter what, the current obstacle had been crossed. To put it bluntly, coercion and temptation were inferior to a beautiful man’s scheme. Princess Gaoyang finally agreed and expressed her willingness to compromise and accept the marriage.

In other words, the emperor’s might was unharmed by the fact that the emperor was able to step down from Taiwan for the time being.

Qin Mubai had indeed used a slow-moving tactic, but it was aimed at the Emperor. No matter what, he had to buy himself some time first. As for that “poison trap” … it could be slowly implemented step by step. As long as he had the time to mediate, there was no need to worry about not having a chance.

As he walked out of the Immortal Palace, a Hundred Cavalry Little School suddenly walked in front of Qin Mubai. He secretly gave Qin Mubai a look and whispered, “General, just as you entered the palace, General Chang Sun suddenly used this excuse to hurry away.”

“I see.” Qin Mubai nodded and walked away.

Looking at the expression in the little school’s eyes, Qin Mubai understood that the little school was reminding Qin Mubai that it was very likely that Eldest Sun Huan would secretly go to the Emperor to complain!

Despicable!

It was only in times of adversity that he knew who his friends were and who his enemies were!

Normally, this Eldest Sun Huan acted obediently and didn’t dare to do it again. However, once he was in trouble, he hurriedly attacked and hit him when he fell into a well. Everyone in the Imperial Palace now knows that I, Qin Mubai, have a lot to do with Princess Gao Yang’s refusal to marry. I am a “major suspect”. To him, I must be plotting with Princess Gao Yang in secret, or even cheating on her with ulterior motives when I came to the Immortal Palace Hall at this time.

Qin Mubai sneered and headed straight for Penglai Palace. At this time, the Emperor was playing with Li Zhi and Li Mingda.

Walking outside Penglai Hall, Qin Mubai happened to bump into Changsun Huan. The two of them looked at each other with four eyes. Changsun Huan’s face immediately revealed a look of confusion, and his face was ashen. He slightly cupped his hands and said “General Qin”, then flashed away.

Needless to say, this fellow must have been scolded by the Emperor. You deserve to sue me for falsely accusing me!

Entering Penglai Hall, Qin Mubai heard Li Shimin’s hearty laughter from afar, along with Li Zhi and Li Mingda’s childish laughter. Actually, Li Shimin had always been like this. No matter what unpleasant things happened in the court or how bad his mood was, he always had a smiling face when he came here. In front of Li Zhi and Li Mingda, he was always an amiable and benevolent father.

Perhaps, Li Shimin treated Princess Gaoyang exactly like this when she was a child, right? Otherwise, Princess Gaoyang would not be so rebellious and sensitive. Seeing Li Shimin treat Li Mingda too well, she would be jealous. Suddenly knowing that Li Shimin was going to marry her, she hysterically rebelled. In fact, perhaps Princess Gaoyang did not really hate Fang Yiai or dislike this marriage, but she could not accept the change in Li Shimin’s attitude towards her.

Actually, what did Li Shimin do wrong? Spoiling his own daughter, although a little too much, but it is indeed the embodiment of fatherhood; Taking care of this meritorious veteran to marry a daughter in the past, first to stabilize the imperial power and second to rope in important officials, this was also a matter for a monarch; It is the good wish of most fathers to marry their daughters well.

However, the series of events, from spoiling to “abandoning” and “exploiting”, caused Princess Gao Yang to feel a huge gap, so she simply could not accept it.

Qin Mubai secretly shook his head and sighed, “As the saying goes, it’s really hard for an honest official to interfere in household affairs.” Li Shimin could be considered a wise, great, and intelligent person, right? Such an outstanding man could not take care of his household affairs. Although he really hoped and worked hard to be a good father, it was contrary to his wishes!

This was just a little Princess Gaoyang. He had twenty to thirty children, and there were also some grown-up sons who were battling for the throne … Li Shimin, the emperor, was truly very kind. Especially after the death of Empress Changsun, who was in charge of the harem. No wonder he wanted to send a Baiji army to the harem, called Protecting the Imperial Family, but it was actually to strengthen his control over the children of these concubines.

Qin Mubai walked outside the dormitory and asked the waiter to inform him. Soon, he was summoned inside.

Li Zhi and Li Mingda were still so naive and innocent. When they saw Qin Mubai, they laughed happily and greeted him, calling out to the village chief one by one.

Li Shimin smiled and watched from the side. After a while, he called for the nurse to take the child away. He even specially gave Qin Mubai a seat and sat down with him to drink tea.

“Mubai, how did things go when you went to the Immortal Residence Hall just now?” Li Shimin asked.

Qin Mubai cupped his hands and replied, “Your Majesty, I am fortunate that I did not disappoint you. I have already persuaded Your Highness Princess Gaoyang to agree to marry the Fang Clan.”

“Did you really agree?” Li Shimin frowned slightly and questioned in disbelief.

“I don’t dare to bully you. Your Highness the Princess did agree verbally.” Qin Mubai said, “However, I can tell that Her Highness is still a little unwilling and reluctant. She is just forced to compromise helplessly.”

“Compromise?” Li Shimin paused for a moment and smiled as he nodded his head, “Does this unruly daughter of mine know how to compromise?”

“Actually, everyone knows how to compromise when there is no other way.” Qin Mubai smiled and said, “I told Her Highness that His Majesty was forced to marry by Tibetan envoys.” Because His Majesty had previously agreed to the Tibetan people’s engagement request, Jun Wu could not go back on his word. Moreover, the Tibetans knew that His Majesty the Emperor had a beautiful daughter who was waiting to be married to Tibet every day. After that, I exaggeratedly described the Tibetan people … In addition, the virtuous Concubine Yin De persuaded her from the side. Her Highness the Princess finally agreed verbally first. ”

“This damn girl, you must eat hard and not soft.” Li Shimin smiled and wiped his nose in ridicule. “No matter what, it will be easy for her to take it for the time being. The rest will be left to me and Concubine Yin De to do.”

“Your Majesty, in fact, this lowly official played a very small role in persuading Her Highness Princess Gaoyang. More importantly, it was Imperial Concubine Yin De’s persuasion.” ‘”Imperial Concubine Yin De is exceptionally intelligent. She obviously knows much more about Her Highness Princess Mubai than I do. She knows what the Princess is thinking, what she is afraid of, and what she is worried about. A few words of persuasion are better than my exhausting words.” Qin Gaoyang said.

“I believe this.” Li Shimin chuckled and said, “My Consort De has always been knowledgeable and respectful. She is a wise and virtuous person.” Moreover, she has been living with Gaoyang all year round and knows Gaoyang like the back of her hand. I am inferior to her in this regard. However, I also know that Imperial Concubine Yin De has always doted on Gaoyang, and often follows her to protect her. Even if she does something wrong, she will not beat or scold her. You’ve done a lot to get her to persuade Gaoyang this time. You’ve done a good job in this job. ”

What credit do I have? This is all because of your killing intent! Fortunately, Imperial Concubine Yin De and I are not too stupid. We understand your intentions. Otherwise, we wouldn’t know what would have happened if we had become the undead under the knife. We are really accompanying each other like tigers! –Qin Mubai thought.

“I don’t know what the final result will be. I can only do my best.” Qin Mubai cupped his hands and deliberately sighed.

“Haha, what are you sighing about!” Li Shimin’s mood became much more relaxed and he laughed, “I know that the one who suffered the most this time is actually you.” However, those who succeeded in a major event must have a bosom in the first place. Wasn’t Han Xin still able to endure the humiliation of being enraged and wronged? Back then, I was also beaten to the gates of Chang’an City by Jie Li, and was forced to give him grain and livestock to withdraw his troops. But in a few years, he will become my prisoner! ”

“Your Majesty is wise and mighty. This lowly official cannot compare to Your Majesty in case.” Qin Mubai said.

“Haha! However, I know that you are a rare talent.” Li Shimin laughed loudly and pondered for a moment before saying, “Let’s not discuss the matter of Gaoyang for the time being. When I go to the Immortal Residence Hall to find out what she means, I’ll make a decision. I’ll ask you something else now.”

“Your Majesty, please show me.”

“What do you think of Changsun Huan?” Li Shimin asked.

“General Chang Sun … He has always been my deputy. His ability is outstanding and he has prestige amongst the soldiers. Moreover, he comes from a well-known family and has great appeal in the army. Moreover, his own ability is not bad. He is knowledgeable and versatile, and his martial arts skills are not ordinary.” Qin Mubai said. However, he was thinking in his heart, The Emperor was probably dissatisfied with him because of the matter of Changsun Huan’s complaint just now, so he asked me about my opinion and attitude towards him. At such a time, of course, I can’t speak ill of people who fall into a well, otherwise, I will become someone like Changsun Huan and be looked down upon by the Emperor. Moreover, I am a commander. To report to the emperor is also a sign of incompetence and narrow-mindedness.

“In that case, Changsun Huan is a talented young man with both ability and virtue, a rare talent?” Li Shimin said with a smile.

“Indeed.” Qin Mubai replied, “Although I had a little friction with him, it was only a little unpleasant and insignificant in private. In the army, we still work together in harmony. In general, I think Changsun Huan is a very competent deputy to the Hundred Cavalry. In the future, he will definitely be more capable.”

“Really? But I don’t think so.” Li Shimin sneered and said, “Changsun Huan, perhaps he is a little clever. Since he was young, he has also followed the martial artists in his family to learn some martial arts. From then on, he has become arrogant and extraordinary.” I observe that he is ostentatious on the surface, narrow-minded and intolerant of things, and his conduct is far inferior to his father and brother’s. Such a person stays by my side for a long time, but staying in Baiji is not a good thing. Therefore, I have decided to transfer Changsun Huange from Baiji to another army. “What do you think?”