Chai Zhewei knelt on one knee, lowered his head and said solemnly: "I am reckless, please help me, Your Highness."
Although the other party is the princess of the dynasty, she is also a majestic prince and a general in charge of the army. It is really embarrassing to beg like a slave in such a low voice.
But what can be done?
Princess Baling was reprimanded many times by His Majesty Li Er because of Chai Lingwu's misbehavior, which made the relationship between father and daughter very tense. Unless it was a festival or the emperor's birthday, they would not even go to the Tai Chi Palace. But the relationship with the prince has always been good, and he can only force her to plead with the prince in this way, otherwise he will be in big trouble.
Princess Baling was a little at a loss. The person in front of her was also her elder brother-in-law and the head of the Chai family. He was considered an elder. Kneeling in front of her and actually saying "please" like this, it really made people wonder what to do.
"You don't have to be like this, Duke Qiao. You and I are one family. What can't be discussed? Please get up quickly, otherwise it will be another trouble if others see you."
Chai Zhewei shook his head and said: "It's not that I'm rude, but it's really a matter of great importance. Your Highness agreed, so I'm willing to get up."
Princess Baling is not a three-year-old child. Seeing Chai Zhewei being forced like this, can it be a small matter? Even a dignified prince could not solve a problem, but he asked her to do it in front of a princess. It was obvious that the matter was extremely important, and he did not dare to agree casually...
He stepped aside and stamped his feet anxiously: "Is Duke Qiao willing to do this? I am no more than a female prostitute, so I have no ability to take care of the affairs of your son's family. Please don't embarrass me, Duke Qiao."
Chai Zhewei knelt there, feeling depressed.
If he hadn't been really helpless, would he have been willing to kneel in front of a woman like this? Although she is the princess of the Tang Dynasty, she is also her younger brother and sister...
He could only say: "It is naturally very difficult for others, but for His Highness, it is just a slap in the face."
Seeing that he refused to get up, Princess Baling felt helpless. If this situation were seen by others, she might not know how to arrange it...
He had no choice but to say: "The Duke of Qiao is here to invite you. Let me tell you what happened. If you really can't do it, don't embarrass me."
"promise!"
Chai Zhewei then stood up, and the two of them sat down separately.
Chai Zhewei did not beat around the bush, told what happened, and then sighed: "Fang Jun is a stick man, and he has no scruples in his actions. He set up such means because of his personal grudges. If he didn't ruin the reputation of Wei Chen, how could he let it go? ? The ministers next to him are not afraid. After all, it is just a dispute between men. If they argue too much, they will naturally get angry and raise their eyebrows. If they can't argue, they have to admit it. But how vicious and vicious Fang Jun's behavior is, His Highness must have heard about it, and I'm afraid that just I'm afraid that he is determined to ruin Wei Chen's title as Duke, which would be even harder to accept than killing Wei Chen!"
Princess Baling blinked and said curiously: "This...isn't it? It's just a dispute of temper. It's enough to embarrass Duke Qiao and lose face. Why do you need to make it so big that Guo seizes the title? That's not the case. No more fighting to the death.”
The title is obtained by the blood and life of the ancestors, and the title of wife and son is passed down to future generations. It is something more important to a family than life.
In the struggle between the DPRK and China, as long as it is not about sworn hatred, who will force the other party to the point of cutting off his title? An ordinary man was so angry that his blood splattered five steps, let alone a general who held military power. If he really got to that point and continued to cause trouble, no one would be able to please him.
Chai Zhewei was a little angry. Why are these ladies so nagging? I've already asked for this. Why don't you just go to His Highness the Prince and ask for his favor?
I want to get to the bottom of things like this...
But who can ask for help from others? He could only say patiently: "There are many unspeakable details in this, and I hope Your Highness will understand. However, Wei Chen is not alarmist at all. That guy must be thinking of taking Wei Chen's title away from him." Please also ask Your Highness to go to His Highness the Crown Prince to beg for mercy, and ask His Highness the Crown Prince to restrain Fang Jun and stop it."
Princess Baling was very embarrassed.
Previously, Chai Zhewei strongly supported the King of Wei in his bid for the crown prince, and he was regarded as a political opponent of the prince. Because Chai Zhewei is the head of the Chai family, even she, the princess, is classified as the King of Wei's faction.
Now I have to ask His Highness the Crown Prince to restrain Fang Jun from forcing him too much...
But the title is indeed a big deal. If she refuses to go to the prince to intercede, and the title of Duke Qiao is eventually demoted or even taken away, then she will be considered as secluded from the entire Chai family...
With no choice but to say reluctantly: "In that case, I will have the audacity to go and beg for mercy from the prince's brother. However, Duke Qiao should also know that there is no reason for our daughter's family to interfere in such matters. If the prince's brother does not allow it, , there is nothing I can do.”
Chai Zhewei said quickly: "Everyone knows that His Highness the Crown Prince is kind and treats his brothers and sisters very kindly. As long as His Highness goes forward, there is no reason why he will not allow it."
Princess Baling had no choice but to say: "Then Duke Qiao, please go back for the time being. I will go to the East Palace to see the prince brother and I will reply to you later."
Chai Zhewei stood up and saluted, and said gratefully: "Wei Chen knows that this is embarrassing for His Highness, but the matter is so important that Wei Chen has no other choice. Please forgive me. Wei Chen will go back to the military camp and wait for good news."
After saying that, he saluted again, then turned and walked out of the main hall, out of the princess's mansion, led his soldiers out of Tonghua Gate, bypassed Longshouyuan in the north of the city, and returned to the Zuotunwei barracks outside Xuanwu Gate to wait for news.
This long day of tossing made him anxious, and when he returned to the military camp, it was almost dark...
Princess Baling did not dare to neglect here. After taking a bath, she changed into a set of palace clothes, ordered her servants to prepare the car, took two maids and left the princess's residence, and went directly to the East Palace to see the prince.
*****
When we arrived at the East Palace, the sky was almost gray and dark. It was said that it was not suitable to meet the prince at this time, but how could Princess Baling dare to wait until tomorrow?
When the chamberlain in front of the East Palace Gate saw Princess Baling arriving, he did not dare to neglect her. While inviting her into the palace, he quickly went inside to inform her.
After a while, he returned and brought Princess Baling to Li Zheng Hall.
As soon as they entered the hall, they saw Crown Princess Su coming up to her from a distance, holding Princess Baling's hand and saying with a smile: "Sister, you are really a rare guest. Your Highness has already prepared to take a bath. He was so happy when he heard that you were coming. Go to the back hall to change. Come on, come on, sit here."
The Empress of the East Palace is a little arrogant, but she is absolutely impeccable in her dealings with others. Although she knows that it is absolutely important for Princess Baling to enter the palace at this time, she does not ask a word and just treats her warmly.
Princess Baling rarely came to the East Palace because the Chai family had never stood behind the crown prince. Faced with the enthusiasm of the crown prince, Princess Baling felt a little embarrassed.
However, women from the royal family are accustomed to seeing the world. They have developed the ability to talk to people and ghosts since they were young. Naturally, they will not be silent, so they shook hands with the Crown Princess and sat down on the floor together. On the bed, talking affectionately and warmly, like a pair of good sisters-in-law who have a deep affection for each other...
After a while, the prince, who had changed into a sapphire blue straight robe, walked out of the back hall. Although he was still limping, his whole body had lost weight because he had to take care of the affairs of the Ministry of Civil Affairs and take charge of the government affairs these days. The spirit seemed particularly good.
Princess Baling stood up to greet her. Li Chengqian waved his hands with a smile and said, "Brothers and sisters, why do you have to stick to these customs? Sit down quickly."
The three of them sat down, and the palace maid served them tea.
Li Chengqian took a sip of tea, looked at Princess Baling's slightly embarrassed expression, and said to the Crown Princess: "Some time ago, the navy sent a lot of Nanyang treasures. I planned to send some to my sister. It happened that my sister recently Come here, please help me to pick out some good ones and bring them back to my sister later."
Crown Princess Su's eyes flashed, and she felt Princess Baling's embarrassment, so she nodded gently, smiled and said to Princess Baling: "You stay here and talk to His Highness, while my sister-in-law goes to pick out some novel treasures for you. .”
Princess Baling said hurriedly: "Thank you very much, Madam."
Crown Princess Su gently patted the back of her hand, stood up and went out with a smile, leaving the palace to the two siblings.
Princess Baling breathed a sigh of relief, feeling much more relaxed...
Li Chengqian looked at Princess Baling's expression and asked with a smile: "Why do you want to come to the door at this time? You can't even wait one night? My sister said it doesn't matter. As long as it can be done, I will do it for my brother."
Princess Baling felt warm in her heart and felt the prince's sincere friendship, knowing that he was not just perfunctory with her. In fact, even though the prince's position as the crown prince has been in turmoil over the years, and it seems that he will be deposed in the next moment, among the brothers and sisters, the prince has always been a good brother who loves his brothers and sisters and is generous and righteous.
