Fellow Taoists, please respect yourself. - Chapter 132: Demonic Appearance in the Hall

Chapter 132 Demonic Appearance in the Hall

Many people know that the Zhou Dynasty's General of Cavalry, Duke of Weiguo, had a very simple name, Wang Zhuangshi. He was a veteran minister of two dynasties and a rising star in the army during the previous emperor's time.

Until this dynasty, when the emperor first came to power, foreign enemies were attacking the border and the country was in turmoil. Wang Zhuangshi was given the task at the critical moment and made many military achievements, even the merit of destroying a country. He was named Duke and became the first person in the army.

Up to now, it can be said that in the court, although General Wang may not speak once a year, as long as the general speaks, even the emperor will look sideways.

The number one man in the army is not just a saying. Even the princes and nobles in the capital would not provoke him.

And now Imperial Concubine Mei is asking for a marriage?

As soon as these words were spoken, many princes and ministers looked over.

As we all know, General Wang had three sons and one daughter in his life. His eldest son and third son died in the battlefield, and his son-in-law also died. His daughter then went into battle and also died in battle.

Only the second son, who was born stupid, was still guarding General Wang. However, this second son was born stupid and stupid, so he just found a peasant woman to marry. It was called marriage, but in fact, she treated him like a son, and they still have no children.

It can be said that the third generation of the Wang family has no male heirs now, and there is a high probability that there will be no male heirs in the future.

Then, Concubine Mei was naturally not seeking marriage for her own daughter.

But among the third generation of the Wang family, it seems that only the eldest daughter left behind a daughter, and she has not appeared in Kyoto since she was eight years old, and there is no news about her at all.

Could it be that Concubine Mei was seeking this girl from the Wang family?

But the question is, who is Concubine Mei seeking marriage for?

The princes and ministers present silently recalled whether the Mei family and the Mei family's in-laws had any men of marriageable age.

But after counting them around, it was found that either the age was not suitable or the relationship was too distant, making it not worthy for Concubine Mei to propose marriage at this time.

and many more!

King Qin narrowed his eyes and suddenly thought of something. Could it be...

"Old General."

Imperial Concubine Mei bowed again and said sincerely, "The Crown Prince's eldest son is already fourteen years old this year. If I remember correctly, the old general's eldest granddaughter should be sixteen years old now."

"I, your humble servant, beg you to marry the old general's eldest granddaughter for my useless grandson."

As he spoke, he bowed again. There was nothing wrong with his manners, words, and tone.

Moreover, the eldest son of the prince is the crown prince, and it can even be said that he is the heir to the throne of the third generation. With such an identity, it is indeed a perfect match for him to marry the eldest granddaughter of General Wang.

only……

All eyes involuntarily turned to His Majesty the Emperor who was at the top.

The marriage between the Prince's Mansion and the General of the Cavalry would not have dared to take place without the Emperor's approval, not to mention Concubine Mei, even Empress Mei would not have dared to make the decision.

What's more, anyone with a discerning eye knows that in General Wang's family, the second generation has only one mentally retarded child, and the third generation has only this one granddaughter.

If he married her, he would become the only son-in-law of the third generation of the Wang family, and also the only male...

The hidden meaning behind this is really something that one cannot help but think about.

Your Majesty, are you paving the way for the Crown Prince?

Doesn't that mean that there is no room for change in the position of crown prince?

This obvious inference made some ministers who had defected to the other two princes secretly frightened.

Now it all depends on what choice General Wang will make.

Imperial Concubine Mei's words sound nice, but it's clear that she wants the Crown Prince to inherit everything in the Wang family in the future...

But the question is, does General Wang really have any choice?

It seemed that it was Concubine Mei's request alone, but who dared to ignore the emperor who was so high above?

The scene fell silent for a while.

General Wang lowered his head, like a sleeping old lion.

Concubine Mei was not in a hurry either, she just waited quietly.

Outside the main hall.

Jiang Lin looked at Miao Qing who was standing aside.

The latter frowned, looking at the old figure in the hall, and wanted to take a step, but he couldn't.

That old man, her grandfather, had endured too much and had experienced the pain of losing his sons three times.

"I was born with a weak heart, and the imperial doctors said I wouldn't live past the age of five. It was my grandfather who used up all his inner energy to help me live three more years."

Miao Qing spoke softly, "Grandpa prayed all over the Great Zhou, and finally found Yuexiu Mountain, and it also extended my life."

"My life was given to me by my grandfather."

She seemed to be talking to Jiang Lin, and also seemed to be persuading herself.

Because Miaoqing knew very well that this sudden situation did not give her grandfather any room to refuse.

The emperor never uttered a word, but everything was implied.

Miaoqing herself naturally didn't want to get married, no matter what the matter was, he was the crown prince or anything like that.

She became a nun and practiced Buddhism since she was young. She devoted her life to Taoism and had no intention of getting married.

But, she was not free of worries after all. The person she owed the most in her life was the old man in the hall who was forced into a corner by the emperor.

If Grandpa agrees...

Miao Qing was so confused for a moment that she didn't know how to react.

"This is my last general."

General Wang slowly raised his head and spoke in a slow voice, but it attracted everyone's attention, and they were all waiting for the old general's answer.

Although everyone knew that the old general had no second choice.

"I'm sorry to have to obey."

It was clearly Concubine Mei's "plea", but General Wang said that he could not comply. It was obvious who he was talking to.

Upon hearing this, the emperor at the top changed his posture, resting his elbows on the armrests, leaning forward slightly, with no intention of speaking.

But a subtle movement has already expressed dissatisfaction.

"Old General..."

Concubine Mei wanted to say something, but was interrupted rudely by General Wang.

"My foolish grandson has been weak since childhood, and became a monk to practice. Now he is a disciple of the Taoist sect and a monk."

General Wang said calmly: "Those who become monks no longer have a home, let alone the permission of their parents or the words of a matchmaker."

"Besides, my granddaughter grew up in the countryside, is crude and ignorant, how can she marry a royal noble?"

Rejected...

General Wang actually refused so decisively!

Outside the hall, Miao Qing suddenly raised her head, her lips tightly pursed.

The emperor did not give grandpa any room to refuse, and everyone knew it, but grandpa still refused!

The consequences...

Jiang Lin held her trembling shoulders and said softly, "Just wait and see what happens. Trust your grandfather."

"Don't forget, your master is a true immortal from heaven. If you want to get married, you must ask your master first."

These words helped Miaoqing calm down.

Inside the hall, as General Wang's voice fell, the scene fell silent again.

"Old General, would you please reconsider this?"

This time, the emperor spoke in a flat voice, as if he was chatting or bargaining.

But, who dares to think that the emperor is really chatting about family matters?

"Don't think about it!"

Outside the hall, a cold voice suddenly sounded.

A woman in Taoist robes stepped out from the crowd and went straight into the hall, attracting the attention of ministers. General Wang sighed silently.

The nun, who was in her twenties, beautiful and elegant, and not like an ordinary woman, walked into the hall and raised her hand to salute.

"Miao Qing, the Qi cultivator of Yuexiu Mountain Sanyuan Palace, whose common name is... Wang Qingyue, greets Your Majesty."

Everyone's eyes turned to the female crown.

This is General Wang's granddaughter? She's here too?

The emperor did not speak, so Miaoqing continued to bow.

"She is a good woman and should be my daughter-in-law."

The prince stood in the seat closest to the emperor, looked at the King of Qin beside him, and asked with a smile: "What do you think, uncle?"

The King of Qin did not answer immediately, but just squinted his eyes and looked towards the door of the hall.

"Your Highness is right." The King of Qin said perfunctorily.

The prince also looked over there.

"tread……"

The crisp footsteps fell in the hall.

"The abbot of Ziwei Temple at Longjing Mountain in Hangzhou, Jiang Xuanying, has come to see the emperor."

The Taoist in black cloak walked over with a smile, came to Miaoqing's side, and bowed slightly.

Then, without waiting for the emperor to speak, Jiang Lin raised his head and helped Miao Qing up.

Jiang Lin stood up, as if he had just understood, and said, "I am a country boy who doesn't know the rules. Please don't blame me, Your Majesty."

The words were spoken modestly, but everyone present sensed a different meaning.

In a way, this is ignoring the emperor!

He greeted the Emperor, but stood up without waiting for him to speak. This was simply...

"Country Taoist..."

The emperor repeated these four words and said with a smile: "In my opinion, it is the arrogant Taoist."

Jiang Lin smiled back: "Your Majesty, you are too kind."

"You call me the Son of Heaven?"

The emperor narrowed his eyes and asked curiously.

"Yes, Tianzi, what's the problem?"

Jiang Lin asked back in confusion.

"You should call me Emperor, or Your Majesty, or Long Live Me. These titles are more suitable for you than Son of Heaven."

The emperor corrected.

Jiang Lin suddenly realized, bowed again, and said: "Country Taoist Jiang Xuanying, greets the emperor."

"Snapped!"

The emperor slapped his hand on the armrest, his eyes turned cold as he stared at the Taoist in the black cloak who stood up on his own.

"Good, good, good."

"Hahahahahaha!"

The emperor clapped his hands and shouted "good" three times, then laughed out loud, but his voice was frighteningly cold.

"What a country Taoist, what a Jiang Xuanying, they really opened my eyes!"

The emperor looked at Jiang Lin coldly, then suddenly smiled and said, "You are indeed an interesting person. I was right to send a message specifically asking to see you."

"I've let the emperor down."

Jiang Lin answered with a smile, then looked at Imperial Concubine Mei and said with a smile, "It is Imperial Concubine's birthday, and I have a birthday gift to present to you as well."

"Oh?"

Imperial Concubine Mei smiled politely and asked, "What kind of gift does this Taoist priest have?"

"A nice gift."

Jiang Lin carefully groped his sleeves, then spread out his hands and carefully raised them in front of Concubine Mei.

"This……"

Imperial Concubine Mei looked at it intently, but there was nothing on her palm. She couldn't help but ask, "Master, there seems to be nothing in your hand..."

"Yes, it's the face."

Jiang Lin interrupted Concubine Mei.

"what?"

Concubine Mei was stunned.

Then, he came to his senses, looking shocked and angry.

"presumptuous!"

The prince at the side stood up, his face livid, and shouted: "Damn you, you bastard, how dare you insult my mother!"

Saying that the gift is a face, but having nothing in hand, what is the meaning of this? Is there any need to explain it?

This clearly means that Concubine Mei is shameless!

Even if it happened to ordinary people, it would be a great humiliation, not to mention to a royal concubine!

Moreover, she is the biological mother of the current crown prince!

"Someone! Capture this insolent bastard!"

The prince shouted angrily.

Regardless of whether it is true or false, he must be angry at this moment and must do whatever it takes, because this is filial piety.

"As ordered!"

A response came from outside the hall.

It was the middle-aged Taoist priest who came over, with the whisk in his hand shining with divine light.

"The Eastern Palace's priest, Li Qingfeng of the Taiping Dao, greets His Majesty."

The middle-aged Taoist, no, Li Qingfeng walked over with an immortal look, and looked at Jiang Lin with pity in his eyes.

The inexperienced children have no sense of propriety and think that the world is so big that they allow the practitioners to go wherever they want. But they should not forget that this is the mortal world.

It's the imperial power that should be in power!

"You bastard, surrender now!"

Li Qingfeng swung his whisk, and rays of divine light fell to the ground, transforming into a golden figure that was more than two meters tall and extremely sturdy.

"Yellow Turban warriors, obey my orders. Capture this lunatic who is rebelling against your majesty!"

Li Qingfeng raised his hand to urge the yellow-turbaned strongman, and his every move showed the demeanor of a master.

"only!"

The Yellow Turban strongman took a big step towards Jiang Lin and stretched out a big hand, ready to hold Jiang Lin in his hand!

Although this strong man looked bloated, his movements were extremely quick. He arrived in front of Jiang Lin in the blink of an eye!

Looking at the huge hand that was covering him, Jiang Lin did not urge it or move, but just watched quietly.

"Roar!"

Suddenly, there was a ghostly roar!

I saw black qi spreading out from under the Taoist in the black cloak. The black qi was all over the ground, and a demon with a green face and fangs emerged from the black qi.

The ferocious ghost claws exude an extremely strong evil, murderous and demonic energy!

It formed a sharp contrast with the ethereal-looking yellow-turbaned warrior.

The pure and spiritual energy collided with the evil energy, and most of the people present retreated subconsciously, and even thought that the yellow-turbaned warrior could suppress the evil demon!

After all, evil never prevails...

"puff!"

Li Qingfeng's face turned pale and a mouthful of blood spurted out uncontrollably.

He looked at the "evil demon" with a pale face, his body shaking uncontrollably...

“Black…black…”

Li Qingfeng stammered, his heart trembling.

He actually attacked a Black Law Mage for no reason?

Do not!

Not for no reason!

The other party offended the prince's biological mother and disobeyed the emperor!

He is wrong!

I am helping the emperor!