Kyoto was in turmoil, and countless rumors spread all of a sudden.
However, with the new emperor's decree approving the wedding, the people's opinions became unified and changed direction.
The criticism of Qin Yun gradually decreased. Instead, everyone talked about Cheng Guogong Li Kai's fulfillment of his promise, which was really extraordinary. No wonder he was able to recreate the slave!
"I heard that this engagement was made when Duke Cheng Guo was not yet developed."
"That's right! Back then, Duke Cheng Guo almost died on the battlefield. I heard that it was Qin Yun's parents who saved him with their lives, and that's how we got this engagement."
"Tsk tsk, you are worthy of being Duke Cheng! If it were me, I would definitely send gold and silver to that boy. If a Princess Ruyi marries someone else, she must at least belong to the Duke of Guo's family."
"Tch! So you are not Duke Cheng, and not everyone has Duke Cheng's ambition!"
"Cheng Guo Gong promises a thousand pieces of gold. This is the true style of a general. Having him here is really a blessing to our Great Xia."
There are countless similar remarks in Goulan places, inns and pubs.
Cheng Guogong Li Kai is sitting in his mansion, but he can listen to all directions and grasp all the news in Kyoto.
"Qin Yun, Qin Yun, you are such a blessing to me."
In the lobby, Li Kai listened to his men's report on the recent comments of the people, with a satisfied smile on his face.
The new emperor attaches great importance to the reputation of his ministers among the people. In order to test the old ministers for the new emperor, he fulfilled his engagement with Qin Yun, which only made his reputation better and better.
Thinking of the benefits of killing two birds with one stone, Li Kai became even more happy.
Putting down the teacup, he remembered that he had never seen this "son-in-law" since he secretly took Qin Yun to his residence.
"Call your husband to come."
Li Kai calmed down and said calmly to his adopted son Li Ba.
"Yes, Father!"
Li Ba responded with cupped fists, and after turning around, the hatred and jealousy in his eyes almost burst out!
He was adopted by Li Kai since he was a child, and he and Li Ruyi grew up together.
It can be said that they are childhood sweethearts and childhood sweethearts.
Moreover, Li Ba himself also has a great reputation, and he also has a great contribution to the reconstruction of the slaves this time!
I originally thought of taking this opportunity to propose marriage to Li Kai, but I didn't expect that in the end, I would be intercepted by this guy named Qin Yun!
The more Li Ba thought about it, the angrier he became. He swayed a little when he walked, causing the jade pendants on his waist to jingle.
Looking at Li Ba's resentful back, Li Kai's eyes showed a hint of sarcasm.
Even if the engagement was not fulfilled for the sake of Conglong's merit, my daughter is still something you, an adopted son, want to get your hands on?
Shaking his head, he retracted his gaze and stopped thinking about it.
Instead, he casually picked up the notes of the housekeeper in the past few days, which clearly recorded what Qin Yun did in the woodshed during this period.
Similarly, it also records Qin Yun's reaction after hearing about his parents' engagement and friendship with Duke Cheng Guo. He was excited and proud, as if a villain had succeeded and finally climbed to a high branch.
"Just let you be happy for a while longer."
Li Kai put away the records and closed his eyes with satisfaction to rest.
"Qin Yun, get out of here quickly! My father wants to see you!"
Li Ba was filled with anger and started yelling as soon as he arrived at the door of the woodshed.
"Since it's Duke Cheng's invitation, I can't neglect it."
Qin Yun greeted him with a smile on his face, showing no dissatisfaction with Li Ba's rudeness.
However, seeing Qin Yun's smile, Li Ba thought that he was a villain and became even more angry.
"You like to laugh, right? I want you to laugh!"
Seeing that Qin Yun was thin and frail, Li Ba raised his leg and kicked him hard!
If the kick is severe this time, ordinary people will have to lie in bed for half a month!
But in the face of the menacing kick, Qin Yun remained calm and still smiled.
He just stretched out a hand and clamped Li Ba's feet.
next moment.
Click!
The sound of broken bones sounded loudly!
"Sorry, I accidentally used too much strength."
Qin Yun grinned at Li Ba, showing his white teeth.
On the opposite side, Li Ba was almost fainting from the pain, his veins were exposed, and he looked at Qin Yun as if he were a monster, and he no longer had the arrogance he had just now.
What kind of monster is this man that can actually crush his leg bones? !
That's crushing, not simply interrupting!
It is easy to break a bone, but it is dozens of times more difficult to break a bone!
What's more, it's still crushed? !
With a pop, Li Ba couldn't hold on anymore and knelt down directly in front of Qin Yun.
"Oh...ah!!"
The heartbreaking pain left him unable to speak.
Seeing this, Qin Yun patted his shoulder.
"Master Li is ill, so I won't bother you to lead the way."
"I'm going to tell the servants and ask them to call the doctor. If it's too late, I might not even be able to save my leg."
Qin Yun said with a kind face, then shook his sleeves and walked away.
Soon, the doctor arrived here.
The first time I saw Li Ba's injury, I didn't choose to treat him, but prepared to call the guards!
There is no other reason.
"Master Li, this... this was clearly caused by bad guys invading the Chengguo Duke's mansion and severely damaging it with iron tools. It can't be done by human power!"
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"Qin Yun, a grassroots citizen, pays homage to Duke Cheng!"
In the lobby, Qin Yun saluted with neither humility nor arrogance.
Li Kai quickly picked him up.
"My dear nephew, thank you for all your hard work over the years!"
Patting Qin Yun's shoulder, Li Kailao burst into tears and said excitedly.
Qin Yun raised his head, "This is just the first time a commoner has met Duke Cheng, so why do you say this?"
Li Kai pulled him back to his seat, and then told about the life-and-death relationship between him and Qin Yun's parents on the battlefield.
Starting from the time when Li Kai had not yet obtained the qualification to inherit the country, the three of them joined the army together, and later went through various battles, large and small. In the end, the two died heroically in order to cover Li Kai's retreat.
During the whole process, Li Kai had runny noses and tears. What he said was really sad for those who heard it and shed tears for those who heard it.
Behind the screen, Li Ruyi, who was about to argue with his father about marriage, was stunned and moved for a moment after hearing these past events.
It turns out there is such a past event...
Qin Yun took a sip of tea, and after Li Kai finished speaking, he smiled calmly.
This smile looked a little weird to Li Kai.
Immediately afterwards, Qin Yun's words made this battle-experienced general feel numb!
