Xiao Ziyan had just recovered from a serious illness and only learned of all the things that had happened in the capital recently after he woke up.
His third brother, whom he had looked down upon since childhood, later surpassed him, won the emperor's favor, and made many friends among the ministers.
However, in Xiao Ziyan's opinion, he was still incredibly stupid, as he openly proposed to marry Shangguan Tianyun at the New Year's banquet when he was at the height of his power!
Isn't this ridiculous?
If their positions were reversed, Xiao Ziyan would definitely use the position of his principal wife as leverage to win over more court officials to serve him.
Just like hanging a carrot on a donkey's head to tempt and motivate people to strive for improvement, Xiao Ziwu, that good-for-nothing, will probably never understand.
What can he do after marrying Shangguan Tianyun?
They're as stupid and dull as pigs.
Xiao Ziyan scoffed, a hint of disdain in his eyes as he looked at Liao Yixuan, who was making a fuss. "What's the panic? Now that I'm awake, there's no place for him on this stage."
"Has the Siamese envoy left the capital?"
Xiao Ziyan sat up, clutching his wound; his face was still pale and weak.
Receiving envoys was such an important task that it should have been his, but Xiao Ziwu stumbled upon it by sheer luck. It was a real pity that he missed an opportunity to form an alliance with Huyan Hongxue.
The curtain swayed, and a young palace maid walked in with delicate, light steps, her voice soft and sweet, "Second Prince, it's time to take your medicine."
Liao Yixuan shuddered at the sound of her sweet, melodious voice, and quickly and attentively took the medicine bowl from her, taking the opportunity to rub her delicate white hands several times.
The young palace maid, blushing and shy, pulled her hand away from his tight grip and lowered herself. "This servant takes her leave."
This scene made Xiao Ziyan's lips twitch. Even though he had seen Liao Yixuan's lecherous face countless times, he still felt an urge to punch him!
Liao Yixuan smiled obsequiously and handed him the medicine bowl. "No, the young prince of Siam and the third prince were having a sword fight at the New Year's banquet. Swords have no eyes, and the young prince was stabbed by the third prince during the fight. The third prince also became famous because of this battle."
"What an idiot!"
Xiao Ziyan cursed, frowned, and gulped down the medicine, his brows full of mockery.
Who is Huyan Hongxue?
That was the King of Siam's most beloved youngest son!
Xiao Ziwu not only didn't know how to form an alliance with them, but he also offended them completely. He's a complete idiot!
There's no need to consider someone like that as an opponent. Xiao Ziyan's expression relaxed slightly, and he asked with interest, "Why are they sparring? Do you know the reason?"
"The young prince specifically requested that Miss Shangguan perform a dance for him, but the Third Prince obstructed this. His Highness knows what happened next: the Third Prince wanted to marry Miss Shangguan, but His Majesty did not grant his request."
Liao Yixuan's tone was full of regret.
He was also in the Taiji Hall at the time. The little prince had personally spoken, and everyone thought they would be able to admire Miss Tianyun's exquisite dance, but unfortunately, they encountered the Third Prince, who was blocking their way.
A strange light flashed in Xiao Ziyan's eyes. "So, it's a drama of two men fighting over one woman?"
Liao Yixuan nodded, bewildered, and said, "Your Highness is not wrong."
"Then tell me, if Your Highness wishes to form an alliance with the young prince and curry favor with him, what should you give him?"
Liao Yixuan replied matter-of-factly, "Gifts should naturally be tailored to the recipient's taste! Your Highness can simply give the little prince whatever he likes, wouldn't that be enough?"
Xiao Ziyan smiled, his face showing appreciation, and patted him on the shoulder. "Since Yi Xuan is so loyal to me, shouldn't you prepare a suitable congratulatory gift for me?"
It is his duty to share the burdens of the Second Prince, but he does not know the Little Prince very well.
He was puzzled again, "But I don't know what the Little Prince likes?"
Xiao Ziyan suddenly stopped laughing and said in a serious tone, "Go and tie up Shangguan Tianyun and present him to Huyan Hongxue."
To cater to his preferences, you should naturally give him something he likes.
In the dimly lit bedchamber, his sinister and unfathomable eyes resembled those of a vulture gnawing on rotting flesh at the bottom of a cliff.
Liao Yixuan felt a chill run down his spine under her gaze, and stammered, "But...but Miss Shangguan doesn't like the little prince..."
Xiao Ziyan, who had always treated women as mere tools, had never heard such innocent words before. He suppressed the urge to order the guards to throw this fool out of the palace.
He sighed softly and said gently, "In your heart, who is more important, me or Shangguan Tianyun?"
Liao Yixuan looked at him hesitantly, dawdling and unwilling to speak. After several attempts to speak, Xiao Ziyan couldn't help but feel a vein throbbing on his forehead. He lowered his voice and said, "It's okay, just tell the truth."
"Your Highness is more important!"
After careful consideration, Liao Yixuan realized that Shangguan Tianyun, who was already impure in Liao Yixuan's mind, had been defeated by the Second Prince, whom he had admired since childhood.
Xiao Ziyan's moist lips curled up, "As long as you kidnap Miss Shangguan and present her to the little prince, thus establishing an alliance between me and the little prince of Siam, I will be one step closer to the dragon throne."
"When I ascend the throne, you will be a great hero who has helped me rise to power. At that time, even Liao, who has always thought you were inferior to Shangguan Tianlin, will look at you with new eyes and acknowledge that you are the number one pillar for revitalizing the Liao family and a once-in-a-century good son and grandson!"
Under Xiao Ziyan's patient guidance, Liao Yixuan was thoroughly drawn in, immersed in the beautiful dream fabricated in his words.
A moment later, Liao Yixuan perked up. "Alright! I'll go and bring Miss Shangguan here right away."
Xiao Ziyan smiled contentedly, his voice tinged with emotion and感慨, "Thank goodness for Yi Xuan all these years, always thinking of me!"
Your Highness is also always thinking of yourself and trying to ease the tension between you and your father.
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