gnovel Chapter 380 Why wasn't Zi Lie the first to come to see me?
Chapter 380 Why wasn't Zi Lie the first to come to see me?
This guy never thinks about himself, he only thinks about others.
He expands the territory for his father and shelters her from the wind and rain, but he never thinks of himself.
But then again, if Lü Xiao were that kind of despicable person, how could she have married him?
"Okay, after you've washed up, tonight we'll..."
Lu Xiao lifted his leg and walked out. When he reached the door, he turned back and gave Yang Ruyi a knowing look.
"devil."
Yang Ruyi raised her hand and waved it dismissively, but two red clouds appeared on her face.
That's all I know; nothing else has ever crossed my mind.
A moment later, Lü Zhen rushed back from outside.
He ran very fast, his robes fluttering, and beads of sweat on his forehead. He had obviously heard that his father had returned and was running back.
Seeing that only his mother was in the hall, he quickly asked, his voice filled with urgency, "Mother, where is Father?"
It's been so long, and he misses his father terribly.
I thought about it when I was learning martial arts from my master in the palace, when I was listening to my teacher's lectures at the Imperial Academy, and even before I went to sleep on my couch.
He also wanted to spar with his father to test his own strength and see how much he had improved over the years.
"It all smells of blood, go wash up."
Yang Ruyi said, her tone carrying a hint of disdain, but with a smile on her face.
"Okay, I'll wait."
Lu Zhen found a place to sit down, his back straight, his hands on his knees, and occasionally he looked up at the door.
Meanwhile, news of Lü Xiao's return to Dongdu gradually spread.
Yang Guang stayed in the palace, eagerly awaiting his return.
This kid always goes to the palace first when he comes back, why is there no movement today?
Could it be that he's been entangled with that girl Ruyi?
Or did something happen on the way?
"Your Majesty, Prince Shuo has returned to his residence first."
The palace servants returned with the news and knelt on the ground to report.
"Well, we should head back to the manor first."
Yang Guang nodded, leaned back in his chair, and his expression relaxed a bit.
The young couple, having been separated for so long, needed to have a chat and catch up.
"General Tianbao, has Yuwen Chenglong not returned to the manor yet?"
He then asked Yuwen Chengdu, who was on duty.
"He hasn't returned to his residence yet; he's still wandering around the city."
Yuwen Chengdu answered truthfully, with a hint of helplessness on his face.
"This kid really knows how to show off."
Yang Guang chuckled and shook his head.
He really wanted to meet Shekui Khan, to see what this Khan of the Western Turks looked like, and how he differed from the one of the Eastern Turks.
Who knew that Yuwen Chenglong wasn't satisfied with just showing off, so after showing off in the east city, he went to the west city.
After conquering the western city, he moved on to the next location, eager to let everyone in the eastern capital know that he had captured the Western Turkic Khan.
His presence was felt throughout the entire Eastern Capital; he was everywhere—at the city gates, on the main streets, in the alleys, in restaurants, teahouses, and even on the roadside dogs.
"I have sent someone to summon him to see Your Majesty."
Yuwen Chengdu saw through Yang Guang's thoughts and immediately spoke up.
"No rush, it's getting late, I should rest too."
Yang Guang ordered someone to bring over the prepared medicine. He took the bowl, closed his eyes, and gulped it down in one go, wincing at the bitterness.
Now that Yang You has returned and Lü Xiao has also returned safely, and they have even captured the Khan of the Western Turks, the Sui Dynasty's rule has become even more secure.
He must recover his health so that he can witness the prosperity of the Sui Dynasty firsthand.
He would live for another ten years or so, expand his territory, and become the first emperor in history.
Yang Guang lay down to rest, but his grandsons Yang You and Yang Tan couldn't sleep.
The two were supposed to go to Daxing and Jiangdu respectively to take up their posts, but due to their own concerns, they delayed their departure.
They all turned their attention to the same person: Lü Xiao.
This great war god of the Sui Dynasty had just returned victorious from the Western Regions, having conquered more than a dozen countries and shaken the world with his might. He was at the height of his power.
One word from him is more effective than ten thousand words from others.
So, the two brothers made the same decision without prior agreement: to visit the Prince of Shuo's residence.
No matter what grudges we had in the past, no matter what we thought in our hearts, we had to go at this time.
It's better to go early than late.
Therefore, when the sky completely darkens and the lights of thousands of homes are lit up one after another.
Two carriages, one after the other, stopped in front of the Prince Shuo's mansion.
"Quickly inform them that His Highness the Prince of Yan has arrived!"
The servants of the Prince of Yan's mansion arrived outside the gate of the Prince of Shuo's mansion and shouted at the top of their lungs, their voices loud enough to lift the roof off.
He puffed out his chest, raised his chin, and looked like a dog relying on its master's power.
"Shut up!"
Yang Tan quickly stopped this idiot, his face turning ashen, wishing he could kick the fool away.
Also inform?
This is insane!
What kind of place is the Shuowang Mansion?
That was the residence of the God of War of the Sui Dynasty, the residence of Princess Ruyi, and the residence of His Majesty's two most beloved grandsons.
What kind of behavior is it for a servant to shout and yell at someone's door?
"Please inform him that Prince Yang You of Dai has come to see his uncle."
Just then, Yang You stepped forward, cupped his hands in a respectful gesture to the guard, and spoke in a gentle tone.
He looked up and gave Yang Tan a meaningful look.
What is attitude?
That's what you call attitude!
You are the Prince of Yan, and I am the Prince of Dai, but when we arrive at our uncle's door, whether we are the Prince of Yan or the Prince of Dai, we must be polite to each other.
"Who is it? Who would come to see my father in the middle of the night!"
A childish voice rang out, tinged with impatience and disdain.
With his hands behind his back, Lü Yan swaggered to the gate of the mansion, his short legs moving quickly, swaying from side to side.
"Cousin, it's me, your older cousin."
The stiffness on Yang Tan's face instantly melted away, replaced by a broad smile.
He waved his hand, ordering someone to take the pastries out of the carriage, which he held with both hands, being extremely attentive.
Having been in Dongdu for so long, he had managed to find out everything about the Prince of Shuo's residence.
Aunt Yang Ruyi doesn't need bribes. With her personality, she won't care about anything you give her.
Lu Zhen was the same; that kid was single-mindedly focused on his studies and martial arts, and didn't care about food, clothing, or daily necessities at all.
My uncle-in-law has everything he wants, and they can't offer him anything to make him happy.
My younger cousin, Lü Yan, is a real foodie and very picky about food.
You can tell what tastes good and what doesn't just by taking one bite.
Bribing this little guy is easier than bribing anyone else; a few boxes of pastries will suffice.
"Qinghuafang's sugar cheese dumplings!"
Lu Yan sniffed lightly and guessed what was inside without even opening it.
"My cousin is truly the number one gourmet in our Great Sui Dynasty!"
Yang Tan gave a thumbs up, expressing his utmost admiration, his smile becoming even more genuine.
That nose is even more sensitive than a dog's.
"That's it, that's it!"
Lu Yan ordered his attendant to take the pastries, casually opened a box, picked one up and stuffed it into his mouth, giving a muffled reply.
Then, he turned his head and stared longingly at Yang You, his big eyes darting around.
The eldest cousin has already expressed his opinion, but what about the third cousin?
We can't come empty-handed, can we?
"I brought it."
Yang You smiled, took the pastries from his attendant, and carefully handed them to Lü Yan.