(forty three)
Looking to make a comeback and realize the blueprint in his heart, Yu Wenyong looked at the gold-plated credentials and was dumbfounded, but at the same time wanted to cry.
Want to marry Yang Lihua?
Are you sure you are not provoking a war by proposing such a crazy and bad idea?
He was bent on repairing things, but that thief from Gaowei actually wanted to pry into his son's corner?
Is it possible that the Northern Qi Dynasty had a deep-rooted fondness for stealing other people's wives?
First, Gao Zhan had a sudden idea and sent envoys to snatch away the Ashina clan and formed an alliance with the Turks, a tough tribe. This invisibly made it more difficult for him to hunt down Yuwen Hu and take the imperial power into his own hands.
Now, Gao Zhan's son Gao Wei actually wants to steal his son's crown princess.
What kind of sworn hatred did the Gao family of the Northern Qi Dynasty and the Yuwen family of the Northern Zhou Dynasty have to form such a special fate?
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To be honest, if Yang Lihua's identity and influence were not too special, as long as she could temporarily reconcile with Bei Qi and buy time, a mere princess who had not passed through the family was really not worth thinking about and hesitating.
This is really a dilemma!
Yu Wenyong held the certificate of Northern Qi and kept pacing on the jade steps with a sad look on his face.
Yang Jian!
Dugu Jialuo!
This is the difficult role behind Yang Lihua.
When he was still a humble prince who allowed others to bully him and lived an ignoble existence, the Dugu family was the first aristocratic family in the Northern Zhou Dynasty, and Yang Jian's father also held a high position in the Zhuguo.
After succeeding to the throne, he could not take power without the assistance of Yang Jian and his wife.
The matter of granting a marriage was the result of his careful consideration.
Firstly, it was to repay the kindness of the Dugu family for protecting him at the end of his life. Secondly, as his health was deteriorating, Yun'er couldn't do without strong support if he wanted to secure the throne.
Publicly and privately, the Yang family is the best choice.
But this wonderful move was about to be cut off at the waist.
Yu Wenyong was somewhat hesitant about whether to marry or refuse.
He knew that with Dugu Jialuo's loyalty, if he could explain the righteousness of his family and country with reason and emotion, he might not be able to convince the Yang family to marry his daughter.
However, dissatisfaction is inevitable.
Even as the leader of the Northern Zhou Dynasty, he did not dare to gamble on human nature. If something went wrong later, he would be attacked from both sides, and the destruction of his country and his clan would be imminent.
Yang Lihua cannot get married!
Yu Wenyong gritted his teeth and decided.
"Xuan follows the Duke and his wife into the palace."
The idea of doing good deeds without leaving a name is pure nonsense in the royal family.
He made such a sacrifice, and Yang Jian and his wife were so grateful that they were so heartbroken.
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He is really a clever little guy.
Yu Wenyong placed the credentials on the desk and waited quietly for the arrival of Yang Jian and his wife, as if the tangled plot just now was just an illusion.
Upon hearing the call, Yang Jian and Dugu Jialuo looked at each other with worry on their faces.
He had heard a little bit about His Majesty's book revision in order to make good relations with Northern Qi.
Gao Wei, the young emperor of the Northern Qi Dynasty, was born with imperial talents and seemed to have the elegance of an emperor thousands of years ago. He also had the invincible Lanling Prince Gao Changgong by his side.
The monarch and his ministers worked hand in hand, and combined leniency and strictness, which forced Northern Qi to blossom into gorgeous flowers in the mud.
Strong enemy!
The enemy is strong and we are weak, so we can repair it temporarily and cannot deny it.
However, the monarchs and ministers of the Northern Qi Dynasty would never watch the Northern Zhou Dynasty take a breather and then be reborn.
I don’t know what kind of request Cushman made.
"Don't overthink it, just act according to circumstances."
"No matter what, my husband will protect his family."
Yang Jian felt something in his heart, and held Dugu Jialuo's hand back, speaking to comfort him.
Yang Jian knew very well that His Majesty relied heavily on the couple and regarded them as his right-hand man, but at the same time he was suspicious of them, fearing that the deeds of powerful ministers like Yu Wenhu who had harmed the country would happen again.
This also means that the Yang family has become a giant in the Northern Zhou Dynasty.
Dugu Jialuo raised the corners of his mouth and smiled reluctantly.
Suppressing the uneasiness in their hearts, Yang Jian and Dugu Jialuo came to the palace together, and the gilded credentials came into view.
Want to marry Lihua as a queen?
The premonition came true, and the huge boulder hanging high in Dugu Jialuo's heart fell to the ground.
The Northern Zhou Dynasty was different from the Turks, and Lihua was also different from the Ashina clan. There would eventually be a battle between the Northern Zhou Dynasty and the Northern Qi Dynasty. Historically, only a handful of married women had a happy ending.
Yang Jian looked at Dugu Jialuo and shook his head slightly, indicating that he should be calm.
"I wonder what decision your Majesty will make?"
Yang Jian lowered his head and asked politely, without any trace of heroism, as if he was Yu Wenyong's most loyal minister.
Facing the powerful Yu Wenyong, it is not appropriate to break up with him.
Now that they have been summoned, they must have made a decision in their hearts.
Yu Wenyong was slightly startled, with a hint of amusement quietly appearing in his eyes.
Only Yang Jian who can express his happiness and anger without expressing his likes and dislikes can be worthy of his humerus minister.
But, did Yang Jian forget that the words immediately following that sentence were "life and death are not governed by heaven"?
He is the Heaven of the Northern Zhou Dynasty, and he is the one who takes life and death.
Is it possible that Yang Jian still wants to overthrow him?
"The Duke Sui's words are serious. It's too early to make a decision. I, Zhao Xian and his wife, are here just for discussion."
"When Dugu Laozhuguo was still alive, he treated me, the Yuwen family, both by serving the dragon and by helping me."
"He followed the Duke and stayed with me, dormant for several years, and helped me eradicate Yu Wenhu."
"Everything is remembered in my heart and I dare not forget it."
Yu Wenyong held up Yang Jian's hand and immediately gave him a seat. He looked like a wise gentleman who knows his kindness and never forgets to repay it.
Yang Jian couldn't resist, and sat down carefully, his face full of respect and caution.
Yu Wenyong continued, "I wonder what Duke Sui thinks of Northern Qi's invitation?"
The hot potato was once again thrown to Yang Jian and his wife.
Yang Jian was in a dilemma. To be honest, throughout the ages, it was not uncommon for women to seek development through sacrifice and marriage.
During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, when heroes competed for power, marriages from various countries emerged one after another, and nepotism among in-laws was intertwined.
Even after the world was unified, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, who was known for his talents and strategies, sent his princess to the Wusun Kingdom to make peace with her and ease military conflicts in exchange for a chance to recuperate.
However, if the matter of marriage falls on his own children, he really can't say anything selfless.
He and Jialuo had a deep love for each other, and they had no concubines. Naturally, their heirs were of weak blood, not to mention that Lihua was the eldest daughter and was favored by thousands of people.
When Yang Jian was hesitating, Dugu Jialuo said at the right time, "It is my honor and responsibility as a minister to be able to share your worries for the Northern Zhou Dynasty."
"If I can exchange peace for the world with one woman, Jia Luo will never refuse."
"However, over the years, the Northern Qi Dynasty has worked hard to govern, has great ambitions, and formed an alliance with the Turks. Everyone knows this intention."
"Your Majesty is wise and mighty. He would never do anything like compensating his wife and losing his troops."
Speaking of this, Dugu Jialuo paused for a moment, with a bit of sorrow and grief in his voice. He was no longer the womanly and unyielding person he was just now, but replaced it with a motherly and loving heart. "Your Majesty, Lihua has been with our couple since she was born. Those who work hard are not as blessed as Yong'er and Guang'er."
"Out of selfish motives, my wife couldn't bear to see her go to another country, and she has been far away from home ever since."
