Seeing Xin'er so graceful, beautiful, virtuous and gentle, how could Muchuan not be moved?
Muchuan smiled warmly at Xin'er and promised: "After the palace banquet is over, I will come back early to have dinner with you... and then we will take some time to travel in the countryside and have fun!"
"Okay, brother, you must keep what you said and don't break your promise."
"Well, a true man will never break his promise!"
Muchuan and Xin'er held hands, like two innocent children making a firm promise.
After half a cup of tea, Xin'er stood at the door of the mansion to welcome Muchuan and others to leave. When she saw them disappearing on the streets of Chang'an City, Xin'er felt an inexplicable sense of sadness in her heart.
He Hua, who had served Xiner for many years, could immediately sense her sadness, so she said, "Miss... Master Muchuan left like this, what should we do for tomorrow's birthday party?"
"Brother promised to come back as soon as possible. I guess he can come back tomorrow, right?"
"It's just that this is a bit strange. How could His Majesty come to call for an attack at this time?
And the edict is so weird?"
Xin'er made a shushing gesture towards Hehua, telling him not to talk nonsense.
You must know that the power of the Dragon is mighty and His Majesty's Holy Power. As a civilian, you cannot speculate on His Majesty's Holy Will at will. If someone hears it through the wall, it will cause trouble.
"Okay Hehua, we don't need to say more. Let's prepare early to welcome my brother back tomorrow."
"I understand, miss! I'll get ready right now!"
At night, the imperial palace in Chang'an City is brightly lit, brilliant and solemn, like a luminous pearl embedded in the eastern land.
In the Chao Hall of the imperial palace, Li Shimin held a banquet in honor of all the civil and military officials.
The sound of silk and bamboo musical instruments could be heard, and on the central dance floor were palace maids in plain white skirts dancing. The low tables on both sides were filled with all kinds of delicacies, and the ministers were toasting and having fun. It was very comfortable.
Muchuan was sitting in the upper right corner, holding a glass of white wine in his hand, watching the scene helplessly. Is this the grand event Li Shimin mentioned?
This grand event was to celebrate the surrender of Goguryeo. After Muchuan led troops to capture one-fifth of Goguryeo's territory, Goguryeo decided to surrender and no longer be an enemy of the Tang Dynasty. For this reason, Li Shimin specially set up a feast to celebrate.
Muchuan thought something had happened, but it turned out that he was rushed to the court because of this "reconciliation", which was really disappointing.
But if you think about it carefully, it makes sense. Although the territory of Goguryeo was seized, people including Li Shimin did not know that Goguryeo had surrendered. Muchuan only knew about it because he had "deduced and estimated" it.
This time Goguryeo surrendered and bowed its head as a vassal, which was a great joy for the Tang Dynasty.
As for Muchuan being summoned into the palace in such a hurry, it was also because he was a "hero" and others could be absent, but he could not be absent.
Now, after three rounds of drinking, all the ministers came to greet Muchuan.
"General of the Zhenjun Army, I would like to propose a toast to you! You are indeed a young hero with great achievements. This time, Goguryeo came to surrender, and you deserve the most credit!"
"The waves behind the Yangtze River push the waves ahead. A young man is better than a young man! Muchuan is truly a young hero and a role model for our court officials!"
"Today, the Minister of the Ministry of Finance will definitely stay with us until we get drunk!"
All the officials came to propose a toast, one cup after another, and it was hard to resist the great hospitality.
Fortunately, Mo Zhu and Ouyang Bufan were by Muchuan's side. Seeing that Muchuan was getting drunk, they came to help rescue him, so Muchuan didn't get drunk on the spot in the hall.
But while he was drinking, Crown Prince Li Chengqian suddenly came over to chat.
Li Chengqian was wearing a gorgeous python suit, a golden feather crown, and sky-high boots. He looked majestic and majestic. At this time, he came over and said to Muchuan: "Shang Shu, today's grand gathering is celebrated by the emperor and his ministers. You must have a good time."
If you have any needs, just tell me, and I will definitely satisfy you!"
"Okay, okay...thank you, Your Highness the Crown Prince!"
"Yes, yes, a few days ago, I found a treasure in the Western Regions. I will give it to you as well."
Li Chengqian handed over a Hetian jade. This Hetian jade is indeed not simple. It is shaped like a wild animal, round on the outside and square on the inside. It is crystal clear. You can tell at a glance that it is the best jade pendant! If it were sold outside, it would probably sell for thousands.
Two gold!
Under normal circumstances, Muchuan would have accepted it with a smile. After all, he also loves money.
The key point is that Li Chengqian is a man with deep pockets and a lot of money. Taking his things is equivalent to joining a gang with him.
Muchuan had an insight into history and knew the future, and everyone with Li Chengqian was in a miserable situation. If possible, he just wanted to cut off the relationship with Li Chengqian.
"Prince, I can't do it... I can't accept such an important thing if I don't get reward for my merits."
"Why don't you get rewarded for your merits?
Has the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance forgotten?
You saved my prince’s life, so of course you can afford this jade pendant! Even if it’s gold and silver, you can get it!”
As he spoke, Li Chengqian stuffed Pixiu and Tian Yu into Muchuan's arms. There was a feeling that Muchuan would not give them face if they didn't accept them.
Seeing Li Chengqian looking so serious, how could Muchuan dare to resist, so he accepted it with a smile on his face.
After a stick of incense, Li Chengqian ordered someone to move the ebony table and chairs next to Muchuan, and he just sat with Muchuan, drinking and eating fine wine and food, asking for help, and others secretly marveled at the relationship between the two of them without knowing it.
It's so good.
In fact, Muchuan is also very embarrassed. His relationship with Li Chengqian is not that good. It is not because he rescued Li Chengqian in the last "kidnapping incident", but more importantly, he conquered Goguryeo in the name of Li Chengqian.
country’s territory.
Muchuan made Li Chengqian feel happy, and Li Chengqian also saw that Muchuan was brave and talented, so he felt a mutual friendship, so he was so polite and friendly.
Fortunately, within the time of a stick of incense, the conversation between the two was finally broken!
Li Shimin, who was sitting on the golden dragon throne in the high hall, waved and summoned Muchuan to his side. After Muchuan walked up to the jade-stepped platform, he respectfully asked: "Your Majesty... I don't know what the purpose of calling the minister is.
Already?"
"Mu Chuan, let me ask you something. Do you have a family?"
"Wei Chen doesn't have a family yet."
"Is there an engagement?"
"No..." Muchuan suddenly noticed a bad omen when he was halfway through speaking.
Normally, there was only one possibility for ancient emperors to ask questions like this, and that was to grant a marriage! Looking at Li Shimin's joyful expression now, it was obvious that he wanted to grant a marriage to Muchuan!
