After the dust settled, Li Chouxin took Zhang Xiaopan back to the yard without paying attention to anyone.
The three girls at home were waiting anxiously, but they were relieved when they saw the two returned safely.
"Brother Chouxin, has everything been resolved?" Si Yao asked while shaking Li Chouxin's arm.
Li Chou looked at Si Yao tenderly, "It's solved, everything is peaceful now."
"That's great, I can finally live a peaceful life for a few days." Qinyin said.
"Master's Wife! Why don't you ask me? Xiaopan is also very heroic this time and has killed countless enemies! He only cares about Master." Zhang Xiaopan said while looking at the several Master's Wifes.
The ladies looked at Zhang Xiaopan's mischievous look and laughed. Seyu said: "Okay, can the master wife ask you now?"
Zhang Xiaopan snorted coldly and ran into the kitchen.
"Brother Chou Xin, you have worked hard for a few days, why not let us three sisters serve you tonight!" Seyu then said to Li Chou Xin with a smile.
When Li Chou heard this, he felt a sense of fear in his heart. He replied: "You have a lot of ideas, but you have to have a good rest tonight. You should go back to your house separately. You have to go to court tomorrow morning. The emperor should be preparing to evaluate today's matters tomorrow, so you can't neglect it."
After hearing what Li Chouxin said, the three girls were a little disappointed, but they could still understand what Li Chouxin meant.
Si Yao said: "Brother Chouxin, Sister Seyu is teasing you. We have prepared wine, food and hot water. After eating, we will wait for you to take a bath and then rest."
"You little goblins, when I calm down, I will give you a good deal sooner or later." Li Chouxin said, looking at the three of them.
Qinyin said: "Brother Chouxin, we are waiting for you to calm down, but this meal is not enough!"
A wry smile appeared on Li Chouxin's face.
While the three of them were talking, they took out food and wine from the kitchen. Tonight, the dishes were sumptuous, the wine was fragrant, and there was a beautiful woman by his side. Li Chouxin looked at the moon in the sky and sighed secretly in his heart: "With such a good time and beautiful scenery, what else can we pursue to achieve success and be free?" Fang is the great road!"
Accompanied by the three girls and Zhang Xiaopan, Li Chouxin went into the room to take a bath after eating and drinking.
The bathtub was ready and steaming in the room. As soon as Li Chouxin took off her clothes, she opened the door for the girl.
Seeing this, Li Chouxin jumped into the tub with an awkward smile on her face and looked straight at the three approaching girls.
"Are you three sisters kidding me? I can't bear to be worried."
The three girls looked at each other and then showed intriguing smiles, which frightened Li Chouxin.
After arriving behind Li Chouxin, Qinyin and Seyu picked up the cloth strips and wiped Li Chouxin's arms, while Si Yao wiped Li Chouxin's back behind him.
Li Chouxin felt itchy all over and felt that his body was getting hot.
"Brother Chou Xin, you look very hot. Do you want Qin Yin to help you calm down the heat?" Qin Yin's delicate voice sounded in Li Chou Xin's ears, which shocked Li Chou Xin's body and didn't know what to say.
While Qinyin was speaking, the clothes on her body had been untied and slipped off, revealing a jade body in front of Se Yu and Si Yao.
Li Chouxin was about to turn around, but Qinyin held Li Chouxin's neck with both hands, and slowly stepped over the tub with her long legs. Before Li Chouxin could react, she had already sat in Li Chouxin's arms. This move really shocked Li Chouxin.
"Brother Chouxin, Qinyin sees that you are saying no, but your body is so honest, right?"
As soon as Qinyin said this, Se Yu and Si Yao behind him laughed out loud, while Li Chouxin blushed.
At this point, Li Chouxin was not going to let a few people mess around, so he began to move his hands around in the steaming water, causing the sound of the piano to make his breathing quicken and his face turn red.
Seeing this, the two people behind them clamored and wanted to play together.
Li Chouxin looked at the bathtub and saw that it couldn't accommodate four people. He stood up and picked up Qinyin. The two of them walked naked towards the bed. Seyu Siyao also followed, and her clothes fell to the ground as they walked.
The four of them were moving around on the bed so passionately, making bursts of joy.
The next day, Li Chouxin opened her eyes very early. She looked at the beautiful legs and jade hands pressing down on her body. She moved with difficulty, feeling sore all over her body.
Li Chouxin moved the girls away, got up and got out of bed. However, the girls slept soundly, without any sign of waking up. Li Chouxin looked at the sleeping postures of the three of them and smiled at the corner of his mouth. What more could I ask for.
Li Chouxin quickly changed her clothes and went out, heading towards the palace.
I met Yu Sheng and He Yuanjun on the road.
"Brother Chou Xin, you did a lot of hard work last night, right? You don't look very good, so logically you shouldn't!" He Yuanjun said with a smile towards Li Chou Xin.
"You old man, you are still so dishonest at such an old age. Just watch, you will feel better in two days." Li Chouxin replied.
Yu Sheng also changed his usual stern style and said: "Master He, Brother Chou Xin is at an age when he is full of energy. It is normal to indulge in excessive sexual activities for a while. There is no need to make fun of him."
"General Yu, no matter what, when I hear your words, I don't feel like you are trying to persuade me, but more like you are laughing at me."
The three of them joked all the way to the imperial city. It was already dawn, and they were surrounded by civil and military officials who had rushed to attend the court.
The three of them also walked towards the Jinluan Palace along with the ministers.
In the Jinluan Hall, the courtiers lined up on both sides, except for the East Toe King Li Gao and the Prime Minister Li Changji. However, the atmosphere was much better than usual, and it was no longer the tense situation between the two camps in the past.
Accompanied by Eunuch Zheng, Li Zhun walked solemnly to the dragon chair.
All the ministers shouted long live, and the court meeting officially began.
"My dear friends, what happened yesterday has been decided. I wonder what your dear friends think of the rebellious people?"
Seeing that no one said anything, Li Zhun directly called her by name: "Sorrowful Love Qing, since you discovered the abnormality first, why not let you talk about it."
Li Chouxin heard the words and said: "Your Majesty, I think that the mastermind is dead, so there is no need to delve too deeply into it. An in-depth investigation will easily arouse public opinion and be detrimental to Chao Gang and the country. As for King Tuoxi and others, let him go back to Dongyi. "This will show His Majesty's determination and courage for the good relations between the two countries, and also highlight His Majesty's generosity and kindness in maintaining relations between the two countries."
After listening to Li Chouxin's words, Li Zhun said: "What Ai Qing said is exactly what I want, and I have the same plan. Now that the internal strife has been eliminated, external worries still exist. If we kill too much, it will be of no benefit to the country or the people, let alone This Princess Sangyu has already agreed to marry Dr. He willingly, if I continue to be unkind, I will be no different from a coward."
When all the officials heard what Li Zhun said, they all agreed: "Master Li is right, your Majesty is wise!"
Seeing that the officials all agreed, Li Zhun was very pleased and said: "Since ancient times, those who have merit have been rewarded, and those who have made mistakes must be punished. Now that the crime has been determined, it is time to discuss merit."
After the emperor finished speaking, Eunuch Zheng brought out an imperial edict and began to read it out.
In the end, Yu Sheng's official position remained unchanged and his rank was upgraded. After all, the commander of the patrol battalion could not be changed at will. The most important thing was to be someone whom the emperor could trust.
Eunuch Zheng's identity as the golden boy Zheng Yi was also exposed. In addition to continuing to serve as the imperial palace manager, the imperial army was also led by Zheng Yi, who was the only one among the eunuchs.
The rest of the people were also rewarded based on their merits, except Li Chouxin and Zhang Xiaopan.
At this time, He Yuanjun stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, Mr. Li Chouxin and Mr. Li are the ones who made the greatest contribution to this crisis. Why is there no reward?"
Yu Sheng also seconded the proposal.
Li Zhun then looked at Li Chouxin and said, "It is precisely because Li Aiqing has made the greatest contribution that I don't know how to reward him, so I did not issue a hasty decree. I hope that all of you who love me will not be anxious, and I hope that Li Aiqing will not be surprised."
Li Chouxin looked at Li Zhun and said, "Your Majesty, it is the duty of a subject to be loyal to the country. You really shouldn't take credit for this. Your Majesty is overly worried."
But Li Zhun waved his hand and said: "No, no, no! I still want to be a wise king, but I don't want to be criticized. Li Aiqing, what reward do you want?"
Li Chouxin actually had an idea in her heart, but she didn't know how to express it.
"My dearest friend, since that Zhang Xiaopan is your apprentice and he is very brave, why not make him a junior general and let him enter the patrol camp to train with General Yu Sheng?"
Li Chouxin said: "Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty, but..."
"Yes! Since Aiqing has superb swordsmanship and literary talent, why not set up a new institution in our imperial city, let's call it the Civil and Military Academy. Aiqing can be the helmsman of this civil and military academy to cultivate the future of our dynasty. How are the talents? Apart from that, you can come and go freely in this imperial city without restrictions." Li Chou was interrupted by Li Zhun before he could finish his words.
Upon hearing this award, all the officials congratulated him one after another.
"Brother Chouxin, He will follow Brother Chouxin from now on. I hope I can give you some advice!"
Everyone saw that even Dr. He Yuanjun of Huixian Palace said this, and the flattery got louder.
"Master Li, could it be that immortals descended to earth? Otherwise, how could we have such good fortune? It is really our great fortune!"
"Master Li, from now on all the students of my dynasty will be entrusted to you. Master Li's name will be passed down through the ages!"
What Li Chou wanted to say has been delayed in saying it, because he was tired of dealing with the boastful words of these adults.
At this time, Emperor Li Zhun spoke, and all the officials became quiet.
"Li Aiqing, what do you think?"
Li Chouxin frowned for a moment and said: "Your Majesty's grace, to be honest, it was what Chouxin wanted all his life. But now that Chouxin has seen many people along the way, he realizes that freedom is rare. This ambition of Qingyun suddenly disappeared, and now he is a small official. There is no difference between a first-class official and a first-class official in the eyes of worry. As long as he can benefit the people, he is a good official. Therefore, I have decided to put aside worry. I am afraid that I have betrayed the holy grace, so I still ask the emperor to fulfill it. After all, I am the only one in the world. That’s what I’m worried about right now.”
As soon as Li Chouxin said these words, everyone in the palace was surprised.
"Brother Qianxin, why is this?" He Yuanjun asked first.
Everyone is waiting for Li Chouxin's answer, and Li Chouxin knows that if there is no good reason today, it will be difficult to justify it.
Li Chouxin stepped forward and said to Li Zhun: "Your Majesty, please forgive Chouxin for deceiving the emperor. Chouxin's real name is Li Ke. He is from Jinyang, Nanchuan. He has been pursuing an official career for many years but has not been successful. He cannot be kicked out of his family." After wandering around the world, he changed his name to Chou Xin, and then he made it all the way to Kyoto. Fortunately, he was appreciated by His Majesty, and it was not Chou Xin who did not receive Your Majesty's grace. However, Chou Xin also understood many truths along the way. In fact, the most important thing in life is happiness. Chou Xin Now my heart is not short of gold and silver, and I have a beauty by my side, so I am free and worry-free, so I just want to travel around the world, free and easy, I hope your Majesty will see clearly."
Under Li Zhun's questioning, Li Chouxin told everyone in the palace all about his experience in Jinyang. This also aroused the emotions of the officials, and they gradually understood Li Chouxin's current state of mind.
Li Zhun frowned. He really didn't want to lose Li Chouxin, a genius of this world. He tried to keep him again, but was declined by Li Chouxin.
Seeing that Li Chou had decided to leave, Li Zhun thought for a moment and said: "Since Aiqing no longer wants to be in the temple, then let Aiqing do whatever she wants. However, since Aiqing has done so many things for me, I also want to give Aiqing a gift." It’s a great gift, but I hope my beloved won’t refuse it again.”
Li Chouxin looked at the sincere emperor. He knew that emperors since ancient times would never have the patience to retain someone who had already decided to leave. Li Chouxin naturally knew this, so he said, "Please give me your Majesty's orders!"
"Since Aiqing's real name is Li Ke, then I will award the reward in the name of Li Ke. How about Aiqing just being her own Li Chouxin?"
Hearing what the emperor said, Li Chou felt extremely grateful. He knelt down in front of the palace and said, "This life is enough for me to be worried. I have a wise king, good friends, and good people to know each other. I can't help but thank you with tears in my eyes."
Li Zhundang personally drafted the imperial edict, stamped it with his own hand and handed it to Zheng Yi.
"By God's blessing, the emperor issued an edict that Jinyang, Nanchuan, is a distinguished guest who has made great contributions in protecting the dynasty and the country. He is now granted the title of King of Southern Sichuan and is entrusted with the rank of Protector of the Country. The Ministry of Officials sent people to Jinyang to announce the decree, and the Ministry of Works sent people to Jinyang. A site will be selected to build the palace, and after it is completed, manpower will be assigned to take care of it. Once it is used, it will be approved by the prince. This is it!" Eunuch Zheng finished reading, and Li Chou was flattered.
At this time, Li Zhun said: "I love you with a sad heart. I will keep this palace for you forever. It can be regarded as a way for you to feel proud in your hometown. As for when you want to return to Li Ke, it is up to you."
"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty!" Li Chouxin thanked him again.
"My dear! I am reluctant to leave you, but I also understand that even if I keep your people, it is difficult to keep your heart, so I will help you. But this Jinyang family, dear Do you want to access the palace or just ignore it?"
Li Chou thought for a while and said, "Your Majesty, since Li Ke has been expelled from the house, let them go. The palace will be empty. Maybe Chou will become Li Ke one day."
"Very good, very good. I am so comforted by these words from my beloved!"
All the officials felt sorry for Li Chou and were happy for Li Ke. What's more, they even wanted to go to Nanchuan to announce the decree, hoping to see the embarrassing and ugly face of the Li family.
In the end, Li Chou got his wish and retired, and He Yu Sheng and He Yuanjun walked out of the imperial city happily.
Three days later, the messenger rushed to Jinyang to announce the decree.
When the Li family saw the magistrate of Jinyang County coming to their house with the messenger, they thought it was Li Ke who had committed something outside, so they yelled and cursed one after another, especially the concubines from several families married by Li Ke's father Li Tianxin. .
But facing the visitor, everyone still knelt on the ground and waited quietly.
When the messenger finished reading the imperial edict, the expressions on the faces of everyone in the Li family were extremely distorted. They collapsed on the ground and no one came to receive the edict. They were stunned and could not believe it.
The messenger thought that he must write down this scene carefully and bring it back to Kyoto to tell the emperor and officials.
Only Li Ke's grandfather and book boy Linji burst into tears of gratitude.
"Your Majesty? Did I hear you correctly?" The concubine beside Li Tian asked Li Tian in horror.
Li Tian slapped him, "What are you arguing about? Since I drove him away at the beginning, but now I have made him the king, do you think it will have much to do with us?"
The messenger took over the conversation and said: "It seems that Mr. Li understands quite well. Yes, the reason why I came to your house to announce the decree is that the prince has something to explain."
Hearing this, Li Tian trembled all over. If he hadn't looked down on Li Ke at the beginning, he would have honored his ancestors today.
"Who is Linji? Come here to receive the order!" asked the messenger.
After Linji helped Li Ke's grandfather stand up slowly, he ran forward and replied: "Sir, I am the young master's book boy Linji."
The messenger looked at it, handed the imperial edict to Linji's hand, and said: "The prince has told me that after the palace is built, you will be the housekeeper and run the palace on his behalf. As for the servants, the court will take care of them. In the absence of the prince, the affairs of the palace will be in full swing." It's up to you to make the decision, and the prince has specifically told them that if Mrs. Li and the prince's mother are willing to move to the palace, you must take good care of them."
Linji was too excited to speak at this time and just nodded his head.
Li Tian asked at this time: "Excuse me, sir, has the prince ever said what to do with the rest of us?"
The messenger smiled and said: "Since Mr. Li just said that it has nothing to do with you, why do you still ask such an unexpected question? Just live in the Li Mansion. With the towering tree of the prince, at least here You can have a worry-free life, and as for the palace, it has nothing to do with you."
After hearing this, Li Tian was as expected, but he still couldn't hide his disappointment. He only blamed himself for ending up like this because he wanted to befriend the Tian family.
The county magistrate on the side also ordered the people behind him to post the news that Li Ke was crowned king. After all, this was a happy event that only happened in Jinyang for a century. Secondly, it could be regarded as invisibly pleasing the new prince.
"Confused! Confused! A good family must be like this, Li Tian! You and your concubines can live together. My father, Linji, and I will not disturb you." Li Ke's mother said.
Old Mrs. Li also nodded, walked up and asked, "Sir, is my grandson okay?"
When the messenger saw that it was an old lady, his attitude softened.
"Old Master, don't worry. Your Majesty is living a good life now. He is talented in literature and martial arts, and there are many beauties around you. He is very comfortable. Old Master, you should also take care of your health. Maybe one day the Prince will come back to see you when you are old. "
After hearing what the messenger said, the old man smiled with great satisfaction.
The mission of the messenger was completed and he was invited by the county magistrate to leave, saying that he wanted to catch up with the wind and wash away the dust.
The Li family stood blankly in the courtyard, listless. After all, this good thing that brought glory to the family was turned into a bad game by themselves, and they were filled with regret.
Linji took the imperial edict and helped the old man back to the house. The two of them were wiping their tears of excitement while talking.
"Madam, do you really want to abandon me?" Li Tian asked.
Li's mother replied decisively: "Li Tian, take a good look at this family and see what you have done to it."
Li Tian didn't say anything more. Mother Li glanced at Li Qingyuan behind her and returned to her room.
Li Tian's concubines wanted to say something more, but Li Tian fiercely suppressed them. After all, at this moment, Li Tian also felt the feeling of betrayal by his family and was furious.
At this moment, Li Chouxin was watching several girls and apprentices packing their luggage, preparing to leave immediately for the starry sea that was waiting for them.
"Xiao Pan, don't you blame Master? You became a general but Master rejected you."
This is a question Li Chouxin asked Zhang Xiaopan countless times in the past three days.
"Master, are you bothered? I'll answer you one last time. How serious is this bird official?"
Everyone in the yard was amused by Zhang Xiaopan's answer and laughed from ear to ear.
Ling'er said: "You fool!"
Zhang Xiaopan continued: "Ling'er, you don't understand this. It's not worth it to be free and easy with the master, but to be a bird official and have to suffer."
Ling'er also nodded helplessly, knowing how many people would never have this opportunity in their lifetime, but when she thought about it, what Zhang Xiaopan said made sense.
At this moment, there was a knock on the courtyard door, and several people looked towards the door together.
