Chapter 40

The affairs of Prince Beichang caused a huge uproar in the capital. None of the officials in the court had expected such a secret. In a short time, the affairs of Prince Beichang's mansion spread to every corner of the city.

Yao Ju'an was taken to the imperial prison for further interrogation.

On the day Yao Ju'an was imprisoned, he saw Shen Liuzheng at the gate of Beizhen Fusi and slowly stopped.

Shen Liuzheng looked at Yao Ju'an's familiar yet unfamiliar face, with complicated emotions in her heart. She said in a low voice, "I prayed that it wasn't you."

Yao Ju'an paused: "Liu Zheng..."

Shen Liuzheng said coldly: "Don't call my name. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other anymore."

Yao Ju'an's eyes were gloomy and he was taken to the imperial prison by the Jinyi Guards.

The King of Beichang was released and Yao Ju'an was imprisoned, but there was still someone who gave Beizhen Fusi a headache.

Si Nanhao locked Yao Ju'an into the prison cell. He Lanyou, who was tied to a wooden frame across from him, widened his eyes. He recognized this Qi man, who followed Shen Liuzheng around every day, acting like a brother, but he had bad intentions, as he could be seen at first glance.

He Lanyou was still staring at Yao Ju'an when the cell door suddenly opened and the chains on his hands and feet were untied. He Lanyou stood on the ground in a daze, somewhat puzzled: "What is this for?"

Si Nanhao said with a "tsk". "Fourth Prince, since you provided important clues, the higher-ups have decided to treat you well."

He Lanyou raised his head high: "You guys are good at knowing what's best for you!"

He Lanyou followed Si Nanhao through the long corridor of the prison. When they came out of the prison, she saw Yao Pei's majestic face and subconsciously shrank behind Si Nanhao.

Then it was pulled out.

Yao Pei stared at the fourth prince with hawk-like eyes: "The emperor has ordered that you live in my house during your stay in Daqi. I will treat you well."

He Lanyou widened her eyes: "I don't want it!"

He was beaten badly enough by Yao Pei on the battlefield, so badly that he even feels a little gloomy when he sees Yao Pei now. Why does he want to live in his house?

Just as He Lanyou was about to struggle, Yao Pei grabbed her collar.

"Let's go with the old minister."

"Stop, stop, stop it—"

***

The case of Prince Beichang was closed, and the ministers could finally spend a peaceful Lantern Festival.

On the day of the Lantern Festival, the capital city was decorated with lanterns and all kinds of lanterns illuminated the night sky of the imperial capital, creating a prosperous scene.

The area below the Baohe Pagoda was crowded with people.

The Baohe Pagoda was built during the reign of Emperor Taizu, and it is nine stories high. The foundation of the pagoda was originally a sunken area, and ghosts often haunted it. The people of the capital spread rumors that it was unlucky, and the haunting was very real. Later, Emperor Taizu ordered people to build a nine-story pagoda here to shake off the evil spirits here.

After the pagoda was built, the ghost rumors disappeared and the place became a prosperous city. During the Lantern Festival, lanterns were hung everywhere, and even the Baohe Pagoda was no exception.

Tall lanterns were hung on each floor. Big red lanterns were hung on the eaves of each floor, especially at the highest point, where there was a long dragon-shaped lantern hanging, with its fangs and claws bared, and the world changing, which was so spectacular that it was impossible to take your eyes off.

The Baohe Pagoda was crowded with people, shoulder to shoulder, so crowded that there was no room for movement, and everyone looked up at the tower.

Lin Nanjie, who followed the emperor out of the palace to admire the lanterns, also stretched his neck to see——

The tower has an ancient and majestic structure, with lanterns hanging high up, and especially a flying dragon hanging on the pagoda, which looks very beautiful.

Lin Nanjie's eyes were full of admiration. The hands of the ancients were truly delicate. This dragon was made to look lifelike.

More and more people came, and Lin Nanjie was squeezed to the side of Li Chenghuan by the crowd, and the two were almost close to each other. Lin Nanjie felt that he was somewhat disrespectful, so he tried to move to the side. Who knew that he had just taken half a step, and was squeezed hard from behind, and suddenly fell to the other side.

【Oops!】

Lin Nanqi's face turned pale: [Since ancient times, there should be no eunuch who can squeeze the emperor and still live a stable life! ]

Who would have thought that as soon as he fell over, a slender and strong hand grabbed the back of his collar, pulled him up with force, and then put him steadily on the ground.

A lazy, low voice came from the noisy crowd:

"Stand still, what are you moving about for?"

Lin Nanjie had no choice but to stand closely next to Li Chenghuan, with her shoulder resting against half of his body.

Lin Nanjie didn't dare to move and stayed as quiet as a quail.

What a disrespectful gesture!

After a while, Lin Nanqi finally spoke again: "Your Majesty, there are too many people here, I'm afraid it's not safe, how about I escort you and the little prince to another place to watch the lights?"

"No problem."

Li Chenghuan's voice fell from above his head, almost as if it was spoken right next to his ear.

Lin Nanjie suddenly felt his ears itching, and he subconsciously raised his head and looked back, and saw Li Chengqian holding the little prince in one hand and with the other hand hanging at his side, looking at the tower with interest and a casual posture.

Lin Nanqi followed his line of sight and saw the majestic flying dragon lantern.

【oh--】

Lin Nanjie thought clearly: [A flying dragon in the sky, people worship it, which emperor would not be moved? ]

The "real dragon" behind him sneered: "The fun is about to begin."

Good show?

Where's the fun?

Lin Nanqi tiptoed and stretched his head, looking left and right. Where was it?

Almost as soon as the words fell, the crowd began to stir like boiling water. I don't know who took the lead and shouted "Here they come, here they come!" Everyone looked up at the sky.

"The Immortal is coming!"

Immortal? Another immortal?

Lin Nanjie was bewildered at first, then he subconsciously looked up along with everyone else, and saw a figure slowly descending from the eaves of the Baohe Pagoda.

The figure was dressed in a white robe with a silver jade belt around his waist. His sleeves fluttered and his long hair flowed, as if he had flown down from the Moon Palace and landed in the imperial capital of Shangyuan, where the sound of phoenix flutes was heard and the lights were bright.

Lin Nanqi's eyes slowly widened.

"Father! There really are immortals!" The little prince clapped his hands uncontrollably, his body sliding like a loach, and he stretched his neck to look towards the top of the tower slipperily.

"Father saw it." Li Chenghuan hugged the little prince tightly, with a faint smile in his voice.

The sound of blessing drums came from the distant Jokhang Temple, echoing leisurely with the noisy voices in the capital. The immortal in white suddenly moved, touched the steep eaves with his toes, and flew down lightly. His clothes fluttered in the night sky and his white clothes were covered with dust, like a god descending to earth.

"well!"

There were bursts of cheers all around.

Soon, the immortal flew to the bottom of the tower and disappeared among the crowd.

The people around were still not satisfied, and someone started shouting, "Great flying! Do it again!!!"

The little prince was not satisfied and smacked his lips: "Father, I want to see more."

Lin Nanqi looked at Li Chengqian suspiciously.

He guessed that this was probably something the dog emperor had done. But how could this immortal fly twice?

Who would have thought that Li Chenghuan would stand there motionless, holding the little prince in his arms: "Then continue to watch."

After a while, when the immortal in white appeared on the top of the tower again, Lin Nanqi's pupils trembled.

The common people who were crowded nearby turned around and looked Lin Nanjie up and down. "You are so ignorant. Today, not only will there be performances by immortals, but there will also be talented people writing poems and painting at the bottom of the Baohe Pagoda. All for free!"

【Write poetry and paint? 】

[Could it be Xi Jing? ]

Lin Nan felt that it was almost certain, and couldn't help but sigh:

[I knew the emperor was a dog, but I didn't expect him to be such a dog. ]

[This method of punishment is really... unique. ]

The immortal flew six times before he had seen enough of the two giant Buddhas. Li Chengqian changed his arm and held the little prince: "Alright, let's go."

The three of them squeezed out of the crowd. Wang Dehai, who was standing at the side, was so anxious that he almost cried. When he saw Li Chenghuan and the little prince came out unharmed, he finally let go of his worry.

"Oh my goodness! I was so anxious. With so many people pushing and shoving me, I almost thought I couldn't see the emperor... the young master!"

Li Chengqian put the little prince down and said nonchalantly, "How can I lose him?"

The wrinkles on Wang Dehai's face were all squeezed together: "You haven't lost it, but I almost lost my soul."

Not only Wang Dehai, but also the guards hiding in the dark were frightened and broke out in cold sweats.

Li Chengqian didn't really care: "I'm fine."

Lin Nanjie hurriedly followed, but was tripped by someone who was running hurriedly beside him. He almost fell down, but was quickly picked up by Li Chenghuan.

Lin Nanqie staggered to his feet after being grabbed by the collar. He rubbed his neck and smiled awkwardly: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for rescuing me."

Li Chengzhen said idly, "This is not the first time I have picked you up today."

Lin Nanqi lowered his head somewhat embarrassedly: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Wang Dehai was shocked when he heard this and couldn't help but scold him, "Why are you so clumsy today?"

Lin Nanjie quickly said, "That's what Eunuch Wang taught me."

Guards hiding in the dark: ???

The Emperor took away the little eunuch?

This is unheard of.

Si Nanhao, who was also hiding, glanced at the guards and smiled disdainfully: You don't know this, right? I'm a famous person in the army!

After the meeting, the group headed back.

The streets of the capital were crowded with people during the Lantern Festival. Lin Nanjie followed Li Chenghuan closely. People came and went around him, and unfamiliar faces were filled with festive smiles.

Wang Dehai looked around with a vigilant look as if he was facing a formidable enemy, muttering in a low voice: "My ancestors, there are so many people here, if anything happens to them, I'd rather die."

Li Chengqian didn't turn around, and said coldly: "If you keep nagging, don't stay by my side."

Wang Dehai suddenly shut his mouth, fearing that the emperor would send him away.

Then I realized it was a joke.

A look of grievance emerged on his old face. He looked around nervously, but dared not nag anymore.

Lin Nanjie followed closely, looking around. The Lantern Festival market sells everything, including food, drinks, and entertainment. Many of the items looked strange to Lin Nanjie, and he was very greedy.

He remembered that it was Si Nanhao who paid for Chun Feng Ming Yue Tower last time, so he should at least give a gift in return.

Unfortunately, I am now serving as a companion and cannot move around freely. I can only quickly collect a jade hairpin for men.

Who knew that Li Chengqian seemed to have eyes on his back and turned to look at him: "What did you buy?"

Lin Nanjie: [Fuck! I’ve been discovered!]

He had no choice but to bite the bullet and take out the hairpin that he had spent ten taels of silver on, and handed it to Li Chengqian with both hands: "Your Majesty, I just saw this jade hairpin and it is very elegant, so I wanted to buy it and give it to Your Majesty."

Li Chengqian was stunned. He originally just wanted to play a trick on Lin Nanjie.

Now it was right in front of him. Li Chenghuan lowered his eyes and looked at the pure jade hairpin, which looked even more beautiful in Lin Nanjie's slender white hands.

Lin Nanqi lowered his head: [I bought this as a return gift for Si Nanhao. The dog emperor probably wouldn't like it, right?]

Just as I finished muttering to myself, my palms felt lighter.

"It's a nice style, you're thoughtful."

Lin Nanjie raised his head and was dumbfounded. Li Chengqian actually fell in love with her?

Lin Nanjie was heartbroken!

Another ten taels of silver flew away!