To arrange the matter of Gaochang, the emperor did not need to personally take action at all, and sent someone to explain it. Fang Xuanling and others quickly completed the plan, and then met with the eldest prince of Gaochang, Ju Zhisheng.
The two sides discussed matters in the Tai Chi Hall for two full hours. No one knew what they were talking about. But the news spread to Honglu Temple, and envoys from other countries became suspicious. Some even said directly that the Tang Dynasty was going to marry the princess to Gaochang.
In fact, they didn't talk about anything practical at all, they were all chatting about everyday things. At the last moment, Changsun Wuji informed Ju Zhisheng that among the many suitors, the emperor liked you the most, so he decided to marry the princess to you. Please write to your father quickly to prepare the betrothal gift, and then send someone to discuss the marriage process in detail.
The prince of Gaochang, Ju Zhisheng, was led out of the Taiji Hall before he was overjoyed. He couldn't help but be excited on the way back to Honglu Temple, but the deputy commander extinguished his excitement with just one sentence, "Prince, it's great to have a princess." , the question is, will other countries object? Especially the Western Turks, what if they interfere with it?"
Forehead……
After thinking for a long time, Ju Zhisheng couldn't think of an explanation, "But, Tang Dynasty agreed to marry the princess to me, so I can't say no, right?"
"No matter, to be honest, Datang has already decided. If they are not convinced, they can go to Datang."
"What happened to the Western Turks? Now that we are married to the Tang Dynasty, they dare not touch us."
After saying that, he straightened his chest and strode into Honglu Temple.
In less than a quarter of an hour, a large group of people poured into the No. 4 courtyard where Gao Chang lived, all coming to inquire about the news.
"Tell me, what did Datang say? After talking for so long, did you promise the princess to Gaochang?"
"Actually, we didn't talk about anything, but at the end..."
Just as Ju Zhisheng was about to explain, the marriage certificate was delivered to Honglu Temple and directly to the No. 4 Courtyard. In front of other envoys, Ju Zhisheng accepted the marriage certificate with honor. The jealousy and envy in the eyes of others - especially It was Buyeo Eui-ji, the prince of Baekje, and his teeth were almost broken.
The deputy envoy of the Western Turks said bitterly: "Why should I give you Gaochang? How can you compare to my Khan?"
Ju Zhisheng, the prince of Gaochang, said proudly: "Given my youth, how can I marry a princess of the Tang Dynasty with the appearance and age of the Khan of your family? Besides, to whom the princess is promised, that is the wise emperor of the Tang Dynasty. If you are not convinced, go ahead Why are you shouting at me when you are trying to argue with the Emperor of Tang Dynasty? Are you talking louder than anyone else when getting married?"
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The deputy envoy of the Western Turks was stunned into silence.
"Okay, let's go find them to argue! Everyone, if any of you are dissatisfied, let's go together and ask for an explanation!"
As a result, envoys from other countries united and went to the palace to ask for an explanation.
The prince of Gaochang ignored it and immediately wrote a handwritten letter and quickly sent it back to Gaochang, saying that the happy event had come and urged his father to buy more betrothal gifts.
The emperor was not present, but the prime minister still received him. Changsun Wuji said that the reason why Gaochang was promised to Gaochang was carefully considered, because Gaochang and Datang had reached certain cooperation... The specific details cannot be disclosed, but everyone understands the meaning. He cursed secretly in his heart, Gao Chang was so indifferent and insincere. He promised Datang benefits in private, right?
"How much benefit did Gaochang bring to Tang Dynasty? I, Goguryeo, will give you double share!"
"I, Western Turk, will give you three copies!"
"I am Baekje..."
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Changsun Wuji waved his hand and interrupted them: "Everyone, your Majesty decided the matter. Only Your Majesty knows the specific reasons. Please don't do this. Is the Tang Dynasty a person who is greedy for wealth? If word spreads, others will not accept it. Are you calling me the Tang Dynasty royal family who sold their daughters?"
"Of course, no matter what the reason is, the deal is now done. There is only one princess, and she has been announced to the world and given to the prince of Gaochang. Everyone, please go back. It is meaningless to stay in Chang'an and work hard."
I wanted to take this opportunity to persuade them to return home, but how could these people give up so easily? Did you come here without any reason to be Gao Chang's escort?
"No! Why did Gao Chang get so cheap? We want to see His Majesty the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty!"
"Yes, I traveled thousands of miles to visit the Tang Dynasty and came back empty-handed. Wouldn't it make the people of the country laugh at me if I went back? We need to ask His Majesty the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty to find out."
"That's right, even if there is only one princess of the right age to marry, who will get it in the end must at least go through negotiation and competition. We are not convinced that it was given to Gaochang so easily!"
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Changsun Wuji looked ugly and said with a stern look: "Everyone, this is the Tang Dynasty. How can you behave like this when you are making trouble like this? Why, do I, the Tang Dynasty royal family, need to get your consent to marry a daughter? Do you regard Chang'an City as the city of Chang'an? Your own family? Do you think our Tang Dynasty is weak and can be bullied?"
Seeing that the other party was angry, Yuengai Suwen smiled and smoothed things over, "Uncle, please calm down. I didn't mean that. I just wanted to clarify the doubts in my heart. After all, everyone came to ask for marriage. You told us before that there was only one princess." , we need to discuss how to allocate it, and asked us to go back and wait for news, and said we would give a satisfactory answer."
"Now that the results you have given me are confusing, how can I not convince everyone? Unless we are messing around, even if this mission returns without success, I still have to get a suitable reason to report back to my king, otherwise I will not be able to return home to explain."
"I would like to ask my uncle to convey it to His Majesty the Emperor, and please understand the difficulties we face in our mission."
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Hey, this is really a flexible and flexible person. If you can't be tough, then you can be soft? Now Changsun Wuji couldn't say anything else.
After thinking for a while, he said calmly: "My Majesty has been a little busy recently. He is currently discussing state affairs with the Champion. I'm afraid it will take some time before he can come back. If you are determined and refuse to give up, then you can continue to stay and wait."
"However, I would like to remind you that you must not trespass into the territory of the Champion. You have all heard of the reputation of the Champion. His territory is more heavily guarded than the palace. If you trespass, the Marquis's sword will be merciless. If something happened, don’t blame the truth for not warning everyone.”
"The Prime Minister of Tubo must have learned this lesson a long time ago, and he will share his experience with you."
After saying that, Changsun Wuji excused himself as being busy with official duties and turned around to leave.
Seeing the curious people surrounding him, Lu Dongzan's face turned dark, and he secretly cursed Changsun Wuji for his weak soul, saying that he would not open or pick up any pot, isn't this exposing my scars?
"Everyone, the specific situation cannot be explained. The truth can only explain one thing, that is, the Champion of the Tang Dynasty is a evil star and must not be provoked. Otherwise, the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty will not be able to stop him. Let's wait until the emperor returns to the palace."
After saying that, Lu Dongzan took the lead and turned around and went back, leaving the others looking at each other in confusion, thinking, is it so mysterious? He was just a marquis. Although he had great military exploits, he didn't dare to disobey the emperor's orders, right?
Everyone looked at each other and wanted to find out what was going on, especially the prince of Baekje, Buyeo Eici, who did not believe in the Tubo people at all.
The Goguryeo leader Lu Yuan Gaisuwen rolled his eyes, as if he had some plan in mind.
