Chapter 8 Chapter Eight Proposal
After the beginning of spring, Gao Zhan's harem has recruited many newcomers.Since the emperor ascended the throne, the three concubines, the nine concubines, the twenty-seventh concubines, and the eighty-one concubines established according to the ancient system have all been vacant.Everyone thought that the emperor was not a womanizer, so this time the emperor expanded the harem uncharacteristically, which surprised all the officials. And He Shikai was even more tired and moved to the servant, and worshiped as the right servant to shoot.In the eyes of outsiders, he rose to the top of the sky entirely by flattering the emperor.Not only that, the empress also favored him a lot, and everyone complained about the too close relationship between him and the empress, especially Henan Wang Gao Xiaoyu, who had already criticized him face to face several times. The disagreement between He Shikai and the King of Henan has gradually become a well-known secret. At this time, the news that Zhou Guo was going to propose marriage to Turks in order to form an alliance also spread to Qi State.Everyone in Qi State, including Gao Zhan, was worried about this news, because everyone knew that once Turkic and Zhou State allied, Qi State would be very disadvantageous. "Your Majesty, once Zhou Guo and Turkic alliance are made, there will be many disasters. The only way is now, should we obstruct this marriage?" "Anyway, this marriage must not be allowed to happen, otherwise..." All the ministers talked about it, but there was still no proper solution. Chang Gong didn't care what the ministers said, but looked at Gao Zhan on the throne with a little worry.Although the white jade bead curtain covered his expression, she could feel the anxiety in his heart at the moment. What can I do to stop him from worrying? How to do…… "Your Majesty, I have a way." Heng Jia suddenly stood up, "Since the emperor of the Zhou Kingdom can propose marriage, your Majesty, you can do the same." "Zhong Shuling, my state of Qi has always been at odds with the Turks, how can I go to ask for marriage?" Someone immediately raised an objection. Heng Jia smiled slightly, "Although Zhou State has formed an alliance with Turkic before, as the saying goes, there is no permanent friend or permanent enemy. It makes no difference to Turkic to deal with Zhou State or Qi State. What they care about , just to get the greatest benefits, everyone has equal opportunities in front of the benefits. If this is the case, why don’t we try it?” "But Zhongshu Ling, you forgot that the Turkic prince died because of us." "If the Turkic prince is not dead, how can the current Khan successfully succeed to the throne? I think he should thank us." Heng Jia replied calmly. "Zhongshuling," the emperor said coldly after a moment of silence, "I will order you to lead the mission to Turkic to ask for relatives." Chang Gong was taken aback for a moment, and for some reason, there was a faint melancholy in his heart. Uncle Jiu is going to propose marriage to Turkic... However, this is indeed the best way. As long as Uncle Jiu doesn't worry anymore, as long as his country is as solid as gold... "I obey the decree." Heng Jia bowed his head to receive the decree, and his thin lips evoked a wonderful smile, covering his emotions at this time, just like the complex and chaotic hidden under the surface of this gorgeous and elegant palace. people's hearts.
As soon as the Gao brothers returned to the mansion, Xiao Wan immediately spread the news.The Gao family was even more curious about the legendary Turkic princess, and they couldn't help discussing it again during dinner. "That princess is the youngest sister of the Turkic Khan. She is a stunning beauty who is proficient in music. It is said that she is also the object of contention among the monarchs of the Western Regions." Xiaoyu showed a familiar look. "I don't know how it compares to Queen Hu?" Xiao Wan said obediently. Xiao Yu's eyes showed disdain, "Let's not talk about her appearance, at least the Turkic princess won't get so close to her close minister." "Xiaoyu..." The aunt frowned slightly, "You are always calm, why are you so uncalm every time you encounter this matter, I heard that you have contradicted the queen not once or twice, even the emperor didn't say anything , why do you offend the queen and the others?" "Mother, elder brother is not used to this kind of courtier," Xiao Wan picked it up, "but if the marriage proposal is successful this time, the queen's position will probably be handed over to the Turkic princess. I heard that the emperor of Zhou is Are you going to honor that princess as a queen?" Chang Gong's heart moved slightly, the third brother was right, but if this was the case, how could Aunt Ninth be embarrassed? "I don't know how Chang Gong is better than us?" Xiao Wan smiled and glanced at Chang Gong who was in a daze. Xiao Yu smiled lightly, "You have to read it to know." Chang Gong glared at Xiao Wan, but he couldn't restrain his curiosity in his heart. The princess who might become the wife of Uncle Nine, how amazing is it? "By the way, I heard that Turkic Khan was also very rough, and Heng Jia's future is also uncertain this time." "Isn't Khan blind in one eye?" There was a sudden "clap" sound, Chang Gong looked up and saw the chopsticks in Xiao Tie's hand fell off, he couldn't help being shocked, how could he almost forgot, that Turkic Khan was probably Ah Jing what! "Ha... slippery." Xiao Tie smiled sarcastically. "Hurry up and change a pair of chopsticks for this girl." Xiao Wan immediately signaled the maid to get a new pair of chopsticks, and then continued to get into the excited state of exchanging gossip news between brothers. "However, I heard people say that the person he trusts the most is a courtier of Khan." "Is there such a thing?" "I heard that the Khan's servant seems to be called...Xiaoxian." There was another "clap!", and the second pair of chopsticks in Xiaotie's hand fell to the ground again. Chang Gong was also taken aback when he heard such a name, and saw that Xiao Tie was trembling all over, his eyes were red, as if he was holding back something. "Xiao Tie, you must be feeling unwell. Why don't you go to the room and rest for a while." Chang Gong hurriedly stood up, ignoring everyone's reactions, grabbed Xiao Tie's hand, and told her what she said involuntarily. Pulled into his room. Just entered the room.Xiao Tie burst into tears, sobbing, "That must be my brother, it must be my brother...my brother is not dead..." "Xiao Tie, calm down." Chang Gong patted her on the shoulder lightly, "My mind is messed up when you cry like this." "But, that must be my brother, he is not dead, he is in Turkic!" "Well, I also think that is very likely to be your brother." Chang Gong narrowed his eyes, "Because, the man with such a perverted name is really only your brother." Xiao Tie couldn't help but burst out laughing, and wiped away his tears again, "Brother Chang Gong, I'm going to Turkic, I'm going to find him." "How can I do that? It's too dangerous." Chang Gong immediately refused. Unexpectedly, Xiao Tie didn't cry, but just stared at her with a sad look, "Brother Chang Gong, if it's your brothers who are in Turkic, what would you do if you were me?" "Of course I'm going..." Chang Gong didn't continue, but his heart moved, and a clear look appeared on his face, as if he had made up his mind and raised his head, "Okay, Xiao Tie, I'll send it off myself. You go to Turkic." Xiao Tie was taken aback for a moment, his face beamed with joy, and he looked at her in disbelief, "Are you sending me...?" "Of course, how can I rest assured that you, a girl, go to Turkic by yourself. Besides, I also want to see what kind of woman that Turkic princess is." Chang Gong thought for a while and said, "We will talk to a businessman at that time." Let's go." "Brother Chang Gong, by the way, I can also do some simple disguise techniques, which can change your appearance a little bit." Xiao Tie blinked, "Otherwise your appearance will be too conspicuous." "Ah, that's true!" Chang Gong's eyes lit up, "I didn't expect you to do this trick, why didn't you say it earlier!" "I heard that brother Hulu is going to bring a mission to Turkic to seek marriage? We can also hang out with him." Xiao Tie suddenly remembered this matter. Chang Gong immediately shook his head, "No, no, trying to hide that fox from him is as difficult as going to heaven, even if you know how to disguise yourself." "That's it... But brother Chang Gong, you have to go to court every day. If you leave without authorization like this, you will definitely not be allowed by the emperor." Chang Gong showed a distressed expression, by the way, why didn't he think of it, what kind of reason should he find? "Brother Chang Gong..." "Ha, I have! I have a solution!" Chang Gong stood up vigorously, "But I still need the help of one person for this meticulous and perfect plan." "Who?" "Of course the third brother who loves me the most."
A few days later, Gao Zhan learned from Xiao Wan that Chang Gong was sick at home when he was in court. that night. A man with a temperament like the bright moon walked into the Gaofu located in the east of Yecheng. The navy blue hem was lifted backwards by the wind, drawing arcs, the reeds in the courtyard swayed with his footsteps, and the pear blossoms falling from nowhere swirled and danced. The moonlit night in spring is full of quiet colors. At about the same time, Xiao Wan also hurried into the room, and whispered to Chang Gong who was lying on the soft couch, "He's here!" Chang Gong immediately got under the quilt and squinted his eyes to look outside the room.Not long after, Xiao Wan's voice was heard, "Your Majesty..." Gao Zhan nodded, then walked quickly to Chang Gong's couch, and asked with concern, "Chang Gong, are you feeling better?" Chang Gong snorted a few times, "Uncle Jiu, I feel uncomfortable all over..." Gao Zhan was even more anxious, turned his head and said to Xiaowan, "What did the doctor say? What kind of illness is this?" "Back to the emperor, I even invited the imperial doctor to see him, but I couldn't find any clues. According to my opinion, Chang Gong may be too tired, and he should recover after a period of recuperation." Xiao Wan replied. "Yeah, third brother is right..." Chang Gong said weakly, "I might get better after a period of recuperation." "Okay, okay, then you don't go to court these days, and take care of yourself at home." Seeing her listless look, Gao Zhan quickly agreed. "There are so many people in the family, it's noisy, but," she changed the topic, "Third brother has a private residence in Bingzhou, which is surrounded by mountains and rivers. I want to live there for a while." "Bingzhou?" Gao Zhan frowned lightly. Although Bingzhou was near Yecheng, he couldn't help hesitating when he thought that he couldn't go out of Yecheng to see her at will. "Uncle Jiu, I can get well sooner this way," Chang Gong showed a pitiful expression, his dark eyes were as pitiful as a small animal's. I don't know what to say other than that. "I will send someone to visit you at any time." Gao Zhan did not forget to say something before leaving. "Ah, don't!" Chang Gong rolled his eyes, "Uncle Jiu, I'm resting, so don't send anyone to disturb me, or I'll change places." Seeing Gao Zhan nodded reluctantly and stepped out of the room, Chang Gong heaved a sigh of relief, and smiled triumphantly at Xiao Tie who had just walked in. "Brother Chang Gong, your guess is really accurate, he really came to see you in person." Xiao Tie has always had a grudge against Gao Zhan, so he always uses "he" instead. Chang Gong Gulu sat up from the couch, "Uncle Jiu heard that I was sick, so he would naturally come to see me, and he would definitely agree to my request to recuperate." "But, why did the third uncle keep it a secret?" Xiao Tie asked in bewilderment. "Hush, take it easy," Chang Gong looked out the window, making sure that Xiao Wan was still seeing off Uncle Jiu, and then said, "Think about it, if I say go to Turkic, I won't make them anxious, third brother has such a temper You also know that even if you kill him, you won't let me go, so, it's better to say that I want to take a break, and the third brother promises to help." "Third Uncle dared to lie to the Emperor for you." Xiao Tie said with a smile, "However, what if the Emperor visits you in Bingzhou on a whim? Wouldn't that be a crime?" "No, no, there are rules in this dynasty. The emperor can't leave Yecheng casually. If he really wants to leave the city, it must have certain specifications. There must be twelve teams for the left and right Habayashiro. What's more Don't mention the 钑钑 team, the collared gun team, the long knife team, the thin battle team, the 楯铩 team... Do you think Uncle Jiu will come to Bingzhou to see me with great fanfare." Chang Gong raised his eyebrows and smiled, "Don't worry, get ready , when we arrived in Bingzhou, we immediately changed to Turkic.”