"Have you finished your meal at your grandfather's?"
When Li Xiang came over, Li Chengqian was having dinner. Because Li Xiang had already finished his meal, Qian Ping poured Li Xiang a cup of tea and then stood by to serve him. This person did not need to go out. After all, he was able to serve two generations of masters of the Eastern Palace. If even he was someone else's spy, then Li Xiang and Li Chengqian would have no way to live, and they might as well find a place to kill themselves.
"The food at Grandfather's was alright. Father wanted to talk to me about something, so I came over right away."
Li Xiang bowed and sat in his seat. There were only some simple etiquette between the two of them. If they had to kneel down three times and kowtow nine times, then they might as well not talk about the business. By the time you finish these etiquette, everyone will be almost tired. What else is there to talk about?
"First, take a look at the information about Wei Shuyu. He's not a military commander, but he's similar to Xiao Shougui. It's a pity that no one has ever taught him. But I've had someone look him up, and he should be a capable person. This time, you should take him to the south and try to make a name for himself. Lord Wei made great contributions to the maintenance of the country. You may not know this, but I'll let Qian Ping tell you later."
Li Chengqian was more enthusiastic than Li Shimin in speaking. He directly assigned tasks to Li Xiang. He would only say this once a year at most. Li Chengqian also knew that no one would listen if he said it too much, but he had to repay this favor.
Of course, Li Xiang also understood how much gratitude there was in this matter. If Wei Zheng had not helped him back then, Li Xiang might have been killed on the way to exile. Don't think that just because you are the eldest grandson of the emperor, no one dares to touch you. After your father was deposed as the crown prince, you are not even as good as the children of ordinary families. There are many people who want to kill you.
"I will obey my father's orders."
Li Xiang's answer made Li Chengqian feel a little strange. You know, Li Xiang has always been a capable person. No matter who is behind those people, if you don't have the ability, then our army will not accept you. As long as you can be accepted, you must show your ability. This is how he has been doing for so many years, but today he didn't say a word. Is this kid's brain filled with water?
"Father, is there anything else?"
Li Xiang had been bowing for a long time. Seeing Li Chengqian staring at him, he didn't know what was going on. Could it be that there was some pattern on his clothes today?
"It's nothing. You don't have to worry about the family affairs. Your mother and I will help take care of them for you. When you go south this time, you must put the affairs of state first."
Li Chengqian is different from others. Others all hope that their sons will stay in Chang'an, but when Li Xiang is in Chang'an, Li Xiang is the most important person in their group. If Li Xiang is not in Chang'an, then Li Chengqian will start to get busy.
Li Chengqian was a man who attached great importance to power. If he was given a break for no reason, he would feel very uncomfortable all over. However, he could not say that his son had stolen his limelight, as that would make everyone think that he was useless.
This time Li Xiang is going to the south to fight. His mother has cried so hard that she has no tears left. However, Li Chengqian does not show it on his face. He is very happy in his heart. His son is a good fighter, so you should make use of your strengths on the front line. As for the affairs in Chang'an City, don't worry about it. I can take care of everything here for you.
"Son, I've remembered this. I wonder if it would be convenient for you to go and see your mother?"
In the imperial palace, even if an adult son wants to see his mother, he must get his father's consent. After all, in the backyard of the East Palace, not only his mother lives there, but also many of his father's concubines. There are so many bad things in this era, so Li Xiang doesn't want to make any mistakes in this regard.
Back then, Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji had an affair with Li Yuan's concubine, which was a stain on both of them. So from that time on, there were special people in the palace who kept an eye on this, including Li Shimin's men in black. Once such a thing was discovered, it would be a bad thing for anyone.
Some people also use such things to bring down someone. Li Xiang remembered that one of Li Shimin's brothers met a queen when he entered the palace. The two of them just met and talked, but rumors immediately spread in the palace. There are many such things, so you must be careful in this situation. At that time, the two people were directly killed by Li Shimin.
"Go ahead. Your mother is busy tending to the flowers in the garden. They were all sent back from the south. When you go south, keep an eye on them and bring back more. These flowers are much more vibrant than those in Chang'an."
Hearing that his mother was in the garden, Li Xiang breathed a sigh of relief. He didn't have to walk through many courtyards. There must be a lot of people in the garden, and the chance of misunderstanding was relatively low. In the past, when Li Xiang missed his mother, he would send someone to the East Palace to pick her up. There were so many rules in the palace, and it was far less troublesome than his own place.
In fact, there are such bad things in the harem, but most of them are used to harm people. However, once you get involved in such things, no matter how much power you have or how strong you are, you will be covered in stink.
Of course, don't think about explaining it clearly. If you open your mouth to explain these things, someone will immediately stand up and find fault with you. No matter how clearly you explain it, these people will be able to put the blame on you, and they will be able to do it perfectly.
"Mother……"
Under Qian Ping's leadership, Li Xiang took a shortcut and came directly to the garden. Li Xiang's men also patrolled along the way, and the young ladies who had just entered the East Palace were led to the back.
In fact, some people also have this idea. After all, Li Chengqian is old and is now a puppet. If he can be favored by Li Xiang, then the opportunities in the future will be very good. But unfortunately, Li Xiang is a man who values etiquette. No matter how much he wants a woman, he can't pull her out of the East Palace.
"Wouldn't it be better for you to stay in Chang'an? Why did you have to go to the front lines? Don't you know how dangerous it is there? I don't know how long the war has been going on these years. As your mother, I'm really worried. Can't you talk to your grandfather about it?"
When mother Liu saw Li Xiang, she couldn't stop her tears from flowing. The saying that a mother only has her son in her heart is absolutely true...
