Li Xiang felt that there must be something going on. When did he say that he would not marry the daughter of the Cheng family?
"I swear I never said that. Given my relationship with you two brothers, do you think I could say that? Stop making a fuss here and follow me to the private room upstairs."
After Li Xiang finished speaking, Cheng Chuliang also felt that it was a little impossible. He knew very well what kind of person Li Xiang was. He had just started a fight in a fit of rage. What the guy opposite him said was very convincing. If a man was a passionate man, who could bear to hear that his sister's reputation was ruined?
"Young Prince, if you're alright, could you please come upstairs with me for a drink?"
He had no ill will towards the young Turkic king Li Xiang, and he knew how he and his father did things. Without their efforts, the Tang Dynasty would not have such a reputation in the north. So when treating them, Li Xiang did not treat them the same way he treated Zatyrk. After all, they were doing good things for the Tang Dynasty.
"Your Highness, please."
Ashinamu was quite knowledgeable about the rules. He knew that although he was a small Turkic king, his status was lower than that of Li Xiang, so he naturally let Li Xiang walk in front. As for Changsun Chong and Cheng Chuliang, no matter what your status in Chang'an was, in the eyes of the small Turkic king, you were just Li Xiang's slaves.
Since the boss was hosting a banquet, he naturally opened the best Royal No. 1. This box was rarely opened normally, and only senior members could have this honor. If ordinary people wanted to have a meal in it, it was basically impossible.
Eighteen beautiful maids served a variety of delicious food. Why do people from outside like to eat here? It is because they can eat many foods that cannot be eaten outside, especially some of the condiments from modern times. After eating the food here, many people basically can't swallow the food outside.
"Let everyone step back."
Zhu Runjiu also knew that the boss had something to discuss, so when the food was served, he immediately asked everyone else in the room to leave and carefully closed the door. It was not that he didn't want to curry favor here, but he knew that the issue that was about to be discussed had nothing to do with him. If he stayed here to listen, it would be considered as being unruly. If there was some secret that he wanted to silence, he might die in confusion tonight.
To live in Chang'an City, one must know one's status. Zhu Runjiu makes money for Li Xiang, so he is considered a person of high status in Li Xiang's place. But then again, in front of some big secrets, a shopkeeper means nothing!
"Let's get down to business first. After that, you can all have fun here. All expenses for today will be on me."
Li Xiang's face was very serious, without his usual joking look. The three of them knew that this was no small matter and were waiting for Li Xiang to ask questions.
"Where did you hear that I wanted to break off the engagement? And where did you hear about this?"
The breakthrough must be with Ashina Mu. Cheng Yaojin's memorial was confidential. No one outside the court knew about it except some people inside the court. What's more, the emperor had never discussed this matter with Li Xiang, so how could there be any talk of breaking off the engagement?
"Your Highness, please wait a moment, Ajiu."
Ashinamu walked to the door and called one of his followers. Sanhu saw Li Xiang nod, then he stepped aside to let the man in.
Although this person was a Han Chinese, he had been making a living in the Turks in his early years. When Ashinamu came to Chang'an, he brought this person with him. It turned out that this person was also very good and arranged Ashinamu's life in Chang'an in an orderly manner. This news was also heard by him.
"Tell me the truth about where you heard this news. Don't hide anything."
Ashinamu also realized that this was definitely not a fight between noble sons. This matter might involve many things. After they surrendered to the Tang Dynasty, they were conscientious in doing everything and did not want to be involved in such things, especially when it was related to Li Xiang.
He knew Zatlk before, but after that guy provoked Li Xiang, not only could he not continue to stay in Chang'an, but his country was almost destroyed. Ashinamu did not want such an outcome, so when he heard Li Xiang asking questions, he had to cooperate 100%.
"In reply to your Highness, I heard this from Eunuch Zhao of the Imperial Stables. He said that General Cheng submitted a memorial to the Emperor, and the Emperor asked for your opinion. You rejected the marriage on the spot..."
After hearing what this guy said, Li Xiang broke out in a cold sweat. If what he said spread throughout the entire Chang'an City, his life would be over.
Cheng Yaojin was a man with a hot temper. Cheng Chuliang even dared to attack the young Turkic king. If Cheng Yaojin had heard about it, he would probably have taken his axe and rushed to the East Palace to kill his way.
“Are there many people who know about this?”
Thinking of this, Li Xiang said nervously.
"It should be quite a few. That guy was drinking with others in the restaurant and talking very loudly. The people around him were all customer service butlers like me. I guess half of Chang'an City knows about it by now."
What you fear will come true. Li Xiang had been in the palace all the time and had no idea about the situation outside. After coming out, he went straight to his club. As for some news on the street, I'm afraid no one has come to report it, or they have deliberately avoided his men.
"Go check."
After Li Xiang said these two words, two guards at the door immediately disappeared. They were both from the intelligence department. Such a big mistake had occurred, and they had to remedy it.
"Come back to your home with me."
Li Xiang looked at Cheng Chuliang and said that if this matter were to be spread, the person who would be most angered would be Cheng Yaojin. As long as he explained it clearly to Cheng Yaojin as soon as possible, even if it spread throughout the entire Chang'an City, it would not cause much substantial harm to Li Xiang. At most, it would be a loss of reputation.
"Hurry up and go. You know my father's temper. If he really gets into trouble, it will be no small matter."
Cheng Chuliang and Li Xiang have been together for more than a day or two, but he is more afraid of his father's temper. He hopes his father hasn't heard about it. Li Xiang is also praying in his heart that if Cheng Yaojin knows, he will turn the entire East Palace upside down.
But Cheng Yaojin and I left the palace together, and it had only been less than an hour since we parted...