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Ultimately, it was Bai Qi's own strength that saved the day.
Not long ago, he received a message from the Crown Prince's subordinates.
He was still somewhat skeptical that Bai Qi was a member of the Crown Prince's faction.
But after sensing the sudden burst of sword intent from Bai Qi, he believed it.
He really didn't expect it.
Li Chungang, the Crown Prince, and Bai Qi—these three are actually from the same lineage.
Although he didn't know that it was actually Bai Qi borrowing Li Chengqian's power.
Therefore, he now regards the highly accomplished person he imagined as having taught Bai Qi, Li Chengqian, and Li Chungang, who were three grandmasters.
My curiosity reached its peak, and I even felt a sense of awe.
To be able to train three such young grandmasters,
His strength probably exceeded his imagination.
He couldn't help but wonder if there was an even higher realm above the Grandmaster.
Otherwise, how can we explain this scene?
Ye Liuyun was questioning the meaning of life.
Since Bai Qi was able to contact Li Chengqian in real time, he was naturally aware of Ye Liuyun's identity.
Upon hearing this, he shook his head and said, "It's all thanks to Master Ye's timely assistance; otherwise, the consequences would have been unpredictable."
He glanced in the direction where Ku He and Si Gu Jian had left and said, "However, after today's battle, Northern Qi must have given up on the idea of taking back Nan Jing City. Now they should be thinking about how to protect themselves."
Ye Liuyun was somewhat moved.
Former rivals now seem to be showing signs of becoming like stray dogs.
Moreover, the Crown Prince has gained another Grandmaster in the military.
If Emperor Qing finds out, he's in for a world of trouble!
The feeling of having one's throne teetering on the brink of collapse must be incredibly painful.
At the same time, he was also somewhat relieved that he had entered the Eastern Palace and become a guest minister.
It was truly an incredibly wise choice.
At Jianmen Pass, Ku He and Si Gu Jian quietly entered the pass without alerting anyone.
Ku He slowly said, "The situation in Nanqing is already settled. If we want to maintain the current situation, we will have no choice but to make concessions."
Si Gu Jian pondered in silence for a moment, then said, "I'm afraid that Nan Qing, this tiger and leopard, is insatiable."
After a long silence, Si Gu Jian said thoughtfully, "Perhaps we should find a helper."
helper?
Ku He was startled; the image of a blind man with a blindfold suddenly flashed into his mind.
He said in a cryptic tone, "He is a messenger of heaven, how could he get involved in such mundane matters?"
Si Gu Jian sneered and said, "Is avenging Miss considered a mundane matter?"
Ku He's expression changed several times, but he ultimately remained silent.
The following day, both the Northern Qi and the Eastern Yi sent envoys to the Qing Kingdom to discuss peace talks.
Nanqing did not make things difficult for them.
Qin Ye was well aware that although the Qing army seemed to be winning every battle, it had actually suffered considerable losses.
With the massive consumption of money and food
It will be difficult to launch another major war for a long time.
Now that we've captured Nanjing City and achieved our strategic objective, it's time to call it a day.
Allowing the plant to develop steadily for a period of time is naturally the best option.
Meanwhile, as the envoys from both countries were heading to Kyoto.
Emperor Qing suddenly sent someone to deliver an imperial edict, saying that a simple family banquet should be prepared.
It can be seen as a welcome, and also as a way to familiarize ourselves with the return of Fan Xian, the Prince of Yong.
Li Chengqian thought this was probably just a pretext, and guessed it was still related to the northern expedition against Qi.
So he rode in a carriage into the palace.
Outside the Hall of Heavenly Harmony, beside the Taiqing Pool.
A small square table, just enough to seat four people, no more, no less.
When Li Chengqian arrived, Fan Xian and the Second Prince Li Chengze were already seated.
"His Royal Highness!"
"His Royal Highness!"
Upon seeing Li Chengqian arrive, both Fan Xian and Li Chengze bowed respectfully.
Li Chengqian waved his hand, "Since Your Majesty said it was a family banquet to welcome you, Fan Xian, there's no need for such formalities."
As he spoke, he sat down opposite Li Chengze.
After sitting down, he looked at Fan Xian and smiled, "How is Prince Yong doing?"
Fan Xian smiled wryly and said, "The etiquette of the Imperial Clan Court is too complicated. I have never learned so many rules in my life."
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At this moment, a dozen or so eunuchs came over with food from inside the Qianhe Hall.
He then quietly withdrew.
Emperor Qing also slowly walked out from the inner palace.
Fan Xian and the Second Prince Li Chengze knelt properly on the ground to pay their respects.
Only Li Chengqian remained seated, offering a simple clasped hand in greeting.
"This is a family dinner, please order whatever you like."
As Emperor Qing spoke, his gaze fell upon Li Chengqian.
But on the surface, no emotion was visible.
"I'm not feeling well, so I won't eat. You all eat. I'm watching you."
After sitting down, he said something simple.
After saying that, Li Chengqian picked up his chopsticks and started eating.
Seeing that Emperor Qing was expressionless,
Fan Xian and Li Chengze exchanged a quick glance, sensing an inexplicable tension in the atmosphere.
However, with Li Chengqian taking the lead, everyone lowered their heads and started eating.
Emperor Qing glanced at Li Chengze, his tone carrying a hint of disdain.
"She's always had terrible table manners since she was a child, and she's still the same now!"
As he spoke, he glanced at Li Chengqian and said in a cryptic tone, "The Crown Prince was always so serious when he was young, but now he's much more relaxed."
Li Chengqian ignored him.
Li Chengze responded with an awkward smile.
At this moment, Emperor Qing looked at Fan Xian with gentle eyes.
"These years, you've been wandering far from home; it's my fault as your father. How is the food? Is it to your liking?"
Upon hearing this, Fan Xian immediately replied respectfully.
"Your Majesty, I am humbled. The food is delicious."
Emperor Qing smiled and said, "I heard that you joined the Crown Prince's Recruitment Hall. How did you feel about it?"
Fan Xian said somewhat nervously, "The Hall of Talents is full of talented people. I am naturally happy to be able to join it."
"Enjoying it?"
Emperor Qing repeated his words, but did not pursue Fan Xian any further.
He then said, "Eat, keep eating. This is a family banquet. I was just asking casually."
Fan Xian breathed a sigh of relief.
At this moment, Li Chengqian put down his chopsticks and bowl, saying, "Your Majesty, I have finished eating. I will watch them eat with you."
At this moment, he seemed to remember something and said, "By the way, I heard that my second brother submitted a memorial requesting to be enfeoffed. Has His Majesty read it?"
So many things have happened recently.
This also made the Second Prince, Li Chengze, understand that
Opposing the Crown Prince means certain death.
Since the Crown Prince is someone they can't afford to offend, and neither is Emperor Qing,
So after much deliberation, in order to protect himself, he finally submitted a memorial requesting to be enfeoffed.
That is, leaving Kyoto and returning to one's own fiefdom to assume ten years of solitude.
Chapter 97 Emperor Qing is panicked! The Crown Prince's power is even more terrifying!
Emperor Qing feigned surprise and looked at Li Chengze, saying, "Second Prince, is that so? What's wrong? Are you not used to staying in the capital?"
Li Chengze immediately knelt down and said, "Your subject is already quite old. According to ancestral rules, it is time for me to leave the capital and take up my fief. Staying in the capital for too long may cause criticism and harm the dignity of the country."
Emperor Qing's face was gloomy as he said indifferently, "I didn't expect that your presence in the capital would have such a great impact, even damaging the national image?"
"Very well, let me read that memorial first."
A cold smile crept across Li Chengqian's lips.
A memorial submitted by the dignified Second Prince, especially regarding such a momentous matter as his enfeoffment.