gnovel Chapter 386 What does my father accepting bribes have to do with me, Yuwen Chenglong?
Chapter 386 What does my father accepting bribes have to do with me, Yuwen Chenglong?
He was the Khan of the Western Turks, an eagle of the grasslands, what kind of status did he have?
How could he possibly perform a dance for these Sui Dynasty officials in public? He would rather die than do such a thing!
"I would never do such a thing!"
Shekui Khan spoke to the translator in a cold, hard voice, his attitude resolute, leaving no room for negotiation.
Upon learning of Shekui Khan's meaning, Lü Xiao turned his head slightly.
He simply glanced at her, without saying a word or making any extra movements.
Shekui Khan immediately broke out in a cold sweat, as if a bucket of ice water had been poured over his head and made him feel cold all over.
That oppressive aura made him feel as if he had returned to the moment he was captured.
The moment Lu Xiao pulled her off the horse and held her in his hand like a chick.
Previously, Yuwen Chenglong had been clamoring to kill his entire family. If Lü Xiao were to get angry again, wouldn't he wipe out the Western Turks?
"This humble servant...is willing to perform a dance!"
Shekui Khan lowered his head and said with utter humiliation.
He admitted it.
People have to bow their heads under the roof.
He still has his clansmen to protect and his people to care for; he cannot risk the entire Western Turkic Khaganate because of a moment's anger.
"That's good."
Yang Guang withdrew his gaze, quite satisfied with She Kui Khan's performance, and his smile deepened.
That kid was smart enough to save him a lot of trouble.
"Zilie, I have important matters to announce at today's victory celebration banquet, and you must not be absent."
Then he spoke to Lü Xiao.
This young man was away fighting battles everywhere, and it was a rare occasion for him to return to the Eastern Capital. It was a time for him to reunite with his wife after a long separation and enjoy their time together.
If I hadn't mentioned it, he really wouldn't have dared to skip the victory celebration.
If all the civil and military officials arrive at that time, and he is the only one missing, what kind of talk is that?
"it is good."
Lu Xiao nodded and agreed.
He really wasn't planning on coming. After all, Shekui Khan had already sent his men, so he'd let Yang Guang find his own fun while he went home to have some fun.
But since his father-in-law had already spoken, he couldn't very well refuse.
"The court session is adjourned."
Yang Guang took one last look at the Eastern and Western Turkic Khans, then walked briskly.
Immediately afterwards, a group of civil and military officials went to Lü Xiao, cupped their hands in greeting, and greeted him with smiles on their faces, their attitude extremely attentive.
This is the greatest war god of the Sui Dynasty, a man who fought across the southeast, northwest and all directions.
He fought against the Eastern Turks, Goguryeo, the Jianghuai rebels, and the Western Turks.
Which battle didn't he win?
Who wouldn't want to curry favor with someone like that?
Who wouldn't want to be on good terms?
Even if you don't become friends with them, just leaving an impression is extremely useful.
If anything comes up in the future, seeking help from the Prince of Shuo will provide a pretext.
Yang You and Yang Tan looked at Lü Xiao, who was surrounded by court officials, and felt a mix of emotions. Their expressions were extremely complicated.
Even people of their status have never received such treatment.
When the court officials saw them, they would bow and exchange pleasantries.
But that's all just for show; there's no real warmth or attentiveness in that.
It seems we still need to win over Lü Xiao.
Once they bring him into their camp, his position as crown prince will be as secure as a mountain.
Whoever pulls Lü Xiao in has already won half the battle.
"If you need to send gifts to the prince, come to me; if you need him to do something for you, come to me. Don't bother with him anymore!"
Yuwen Chenglong rushed into the crowd, opened his arms, and shouted to everyone.
He knew that Lü Xiao disliked formalities, being surrounded by people, and dealing with these superficial situations.
Rather than let the prince suffer here, it's better for him to take the blame.
Anyway, he's shameless, so he can still get some benefits.
"Yes, find him."
Lu Xiao said something casually, then slipped away from the crowd, walking briskly without looking back.
These courtiers were giving him a headache; they were chattering away like a marketplace.
If Yang Ruyi hadn't instructed him to befriend the court officials, he would have kicked them all away long ago.
Forget about being on good terms; Lu Xiao fights based on his skills, not connections.
After leaving the palace, Lü Xiao had not gone far when Yuwen Chenglong caught up from behind.
"Your Highness, it's done."
Yuwen Chenglong leaned close to Lü Xiao and whispered, his tone full of smugness.
He acquired quite a few good things during this trip.
There are calligraphy and paintings, swords, antiques, and jade artifacts; if you really put them all together, you could fill a whole carriage.
In short, it wasn't a wasted effort.
"You didn't ask anyone for anything, did you?"
Lu Xiao continued walking without turning his head and asked.
He simply sent Yuwen Chenglong to deal with the situation so that he could escape from the encirclement of those court officials.
"No, they were all what my father wanted."
Yuwen Chenglong could easily understand Lü Xiao's meaning, and immediately spoke up, his tone matter-of-fact.
Even when officials offered bribes, it was through the Yuwen family.
Even if you go to great lengths to explain, it won't implicate Lü Xiao.
Anyway, his father Yuwen Huaji's reputation was already tarnished, so it didn't matter if it got any worse.
What's the difference between receiving one more gift and receiving one less gift?
"..."
Lu Xiao knew this kid was up to no good, but he didn't say anything more.
The deed was already done, and he couldn't be bothered to pursue it further.
After all, this is what Yuwen Chenglong does; digging up graves and accepting bribes are pretty much the same thing.
One is snatching food from the mouths of the dead, and the other is taking money from the hands of the living; essentially, there's no difference.
"Your Highness, it seems His Majesty doesn't want me to take the Second Young Master as my disciple."
Speaking of this, Yuwen Chenglong also looked worried, as wilted as a frostbitten eggplant.
What's wrong with him?
Why can't he take on apprentices?
Although Yuwen Chenglong was not a respectable person, in terms of ability and loyalty, how many officials in the court could compare to him?
"You just need to be a little thick-skinned."
Is it feasible?
Yuwen Chenglong's eyes lit up, and as if grasping at a lifeline, he moved even closer.
"That's feasible. His Majesty won't punish you out of respect for me; at most, he'll teach your father a lesson."
Lu Xiao said slowly, a slight smile playing on his lips.
The child does not teach, the father too.
If they can't deal with Yuwen Chenglong, can't they at least deal with Yuwen Huaji?
"That doesn't matter."
Yuwen Chenglong waved his hand dismissively, his worried expression vanishing completely.
He is himself, and his father is his father.
Even if his father is demoted, it has nothing to do with him.
Besides, no matter how high his father's official position was, could it be higher than the benefits Lü Xiao gave him?
"Don't teach your second son anything wrong, especially about filial piety. If you dare to teach him anything wrong, I'll beat you to death."
Lu Xiao suddenly remembered something, paused, turned around, and spoke sternly.
This kid is the greatest filial son in history.
He's capable of anything: betraying his father, digging up ancestral graves, kicking his own father, and so on.
If we don't give him a heads-up, Lü Yan might follow Yuwen Chenglong's example, and then the Lü family will be in for a lot of trouble.
"Don't worry, Your Highness, I know what I'm doing!"
Yuwen Chenglong pounded his chest, making a loud thud.
"That would be best."
Lu Xiao said no more, turned his gaze away, and continued walking forward.
We'll see how well the teaching goes.
If all else fails, we can simply kick Yuwen Chenglong aside and hand Lü Yan over to Yuwen Chenglong to teach as well.
Of the two Yuwen brothers, Yuwen Chengdu is the most reliable.
However, this guy's mind is full of loyalty to the emperor and serving the country, and he doesn't understand any flexibility.
If Lü Zhenzhen really goes that far in the future, the master and apprentice might have to fight.