Crossing the East Palace

Tang Luojin was not willing to have this little beauty from Tubo.

But it's one thing if he doesn't want to, but another thing if he doesn't want to.

Another month passed like this, at the end of September, the third prince of Tubo came to Chang'an City with two princesses, one big and one small.

Tang Luojin's archery skills are barely strong enough to be able to meet people.When you're lucky, it can be quite something to watch.

Ning Junchi saw that Tang Luojin shot nine arrows with red hearts out of ten arrows, and said: "It looks good, but it's just a little bit lacking in strength. When the time comes to hunt, it will be a living thing again, Xiaoqi has a chance to hit it." I'm afraid it's not big."

Tang Luojin handed the small bow in her hand to Xiaojing, and said indifferently: "It's okay. On the day of hunting, there will always be many prey waiting for me to shoot."

It is always bad for Datang to slap himself in the face when holding a hunt, so whether Emperor Tianyuan and Tang Luojin, or those high-ranking officials and nobles, it is impossible to come back empty-handed this time.

Ning Junchi said: "That's all. When the time comes, uncle will follow you and nothing will happen."

Tang Luojin let out an "um", sat down to rest for a while, got up and started practicing archery again.

Ning Junchi looked at Tang Luojin's diligent appearance, and then thought of what the queen said, feeling more and more awkward in his heart.

Whether it was Emperor Tianyuan, him, or the many people around him, after the incident in court last time, he had long stopped treating Tang Luojin as an ordinary child, and kept everything a secret.What should be told must be told to Tang Luojin.

But when Ning Junchi found out that the queen had many palace secrets related to the prince that she would not tell Tang Luojin, after thinking about it for a while, she couldn't understand it, so she ran to ask the queen.

As a result, the queen was slightly surprised at first, then smiled and said: "Although Xiaoqi is smarter than others, he is just a child after all. He has been in Fujian for two years, and once he returned to the palace, it happened...those things, I was overwhelmed by two people at that time." The death of my little daughter disturbed my mind, and I didn't care much about him. When I realized that the death of Xiao Qi's younger sister was God's will, and it had nothing to do with Xiao Qi, Xiao Qi moved to the East Palace again. I continued my mother-child relationship with Xiao Qi, but Xiao Qi's temperament..." The queen smiled wryly and shook her head, "I wanted to get close to him, but he refused to get close to me. But, that's all. If he doesn't want to get close to me again, I am also his queen mother, so it is my duty to care about him."

Ning Junchi was not distracted by the Queen's words at all, and asked: "Since the second sister has changed her mind, she knows that the death of the two little princesses has nothing to do with Xiao Qi, and she also wants to get close to Xiao Qi in her heart. He is good. Then, why did the second sister inquire about some private matters related to Xiao Qi in the palace, but refused to tell Xiao Qi?"

The queen frowned slightly: "What does the third brother mean by this?"

"Eldest Prince and Concubine Li." Ning Jun arrived late, "Due to his status, Xiao Qi can't get involved in the affairs of the Holy Palace, and I only found some clues from the behavior of the First Prince's accompanying reading. The First Prince's accompanying reading can There are some clues, how can the First Prince and Concubine Li be in the harem without the slightest suspicion? Jun Chi thinks that the second sister must know about this."

But he knew that he knew, even if he didn't remind Tang Luojin at all.

The queen was stunned for a moment, then smiled slightly, and explained: "It was this matter. The third brother thought too much, and I already knew a thing or two about this matter. It's just that the First Prince and Concubine Li are not in the same place, so the idea I came up with That's all. Concubine Li doesn't have the support of the Li family, and the eldest prince is young, so they don't have the guts to do anything wrong. Besides, even if there is, I will protect Xiaoqi and keep Xiaoqi's life safe."

Ning Junchi was about to say something, but the queen said that she was going to drink medicine and told Ning Junchi to leave first.

Ning Junchi was silent for a moment, and had no choice but to leave.

——The queen's "disease", as the only adult man of the Ning family in Chang'an City, he naturally knew about it.Although it is still impossible to find out who did it, the purpose of the attack is to make the queen really lose her mind and go crazy, or to make the queen mentally damaged and do some stupid things, but because of the queen's "illness" However, Ning Junchi could understand why the queen would do this to her own son.

However, understanding is understanding. Ning Junchi looked at Tang Luojin's efforts step by step, and when he recalled what the queen said, he could only sigh in his heart that Tang Luojin and the queen had no mother-child relationship, so they couldn't get close.

Since they couldn't get close, as an uncle, he had no choice but to treat Tang Luojin better, better.

Tang Luojin had no idea that Ning Junchi had such thoughts.Firstly, Ning Junchi has always been very kind to his "nephew", so it is not surprising to see this; secondly, the third prince of Tubo and the two princesses came. reason.

Tubo is a nomadic people who are good at raising and taming horses, riding and shooting.

When Tang Luojin received these three people, she naturally led them to play Datang's "games" - Cuju, polo, and chuiwan.

The third prince of Tubo was very interested in the three games, and said: "I have admired the culture of Datang for a long time. Unexpectedly, Datang is more than fun, and I, Tubo, can't match it." What Xiao Wang means is that Da Tang is very good and powerful, the prince should not misunderstand."

Tang Luojin had pretended to be paralyzed for several years, and now she naturally wouldn't smile at a few people, and said with a straight face: "Listen to his words and watch his actions. I can tell what the third prince means alone."

When the third prince of Tubo heard this, his face turned green.

His mother was the concubine of Tubo Tsampo, with a high status.When he was in Tubo, everyone flattered him.Unexpectedly, Prince Datang said such words when he took the initiative to "show weakness".

The third prince of Tubo was thinking about whether he was going to have a fit, and the little princess of Tubo smiled and said: "I think the prince is still young, and I think I have never seen a Tubo dance. Why don't I dance for the prince?"

Tubo is good at singing and dancing. After Tubo Zanpu knew that Datang had appointed the prince, he ordered the little princess who was about the same age as the prince to learn Chinese, and she was even more proficient in speaking than the third prince.

Tang Luojin continued to say with a straight face: "The princess has come from a long way, it is very hard work, so I won't bother the princess to dance."

The princess of Tubo looks like the bright moon in the sky, and she looks good.The only downside is that she can understand Chinese, but she can't speak it fluently, so in front of Tang Luojin, she almost didn't say a word, just smiling on her face.

The little princess of Tubo wanted to dance immediately, but was held back by the eldest princess. Then she pursed her lips, rolled her eyes, and said, "If you don't dance, then you can dance. But it's no fun for us to watch other people playing all the time. If not The crown prince promised me to end up too, to play with them?"

A group of people were standing outside the polo field of the palace, where a group of women were playing polo.

Tang Luojin narrowed her eyes slightly: "What does the princess want to play next? Who will you play with?"

The little princess of Tubo laughed immediately, raised her small chin, and said to herself: "This is a polo field. If you want to play, you must play polo nearby. As for who to play with... Although I am far away in Tubo, I can also smell Anyang polo. Hou's daughter is the same age as me, and she is very good at playing polo. The prince gave her a pony for this reason. If the prince can let me play polo with her, if I win, I don't want anyone else, only the prince Reward her pony!"

Tang Luojin: "..." Is this what Gong Dou meant?Or was it that his ears were callused and he got it wrong?

The third Tubo prince: "..." Sister, you are here to make a kiss, not to fight girls...baby!

He obviously forgot that Princess Heqin has always been an abandoned woman, and her fate is so sad that it can be seen through the ages.

"Cousin Jiang doesn't come to the palace very often." Tang Luojin said expressionlessly, "If the princess wants to compete with Cousin Jiang, she should follow Datang's rules, write a post with her own hand, ask Cousin Jiang out, and discuss this matter together That's good. Although Cousin Jiang is the Crown Princess, she is still in charge of her own affairs now."

The choked little Tubo princess: "..."

No matter how talented the poor Tubo little princess is, it is not easy to learn and understand Chinese.For things like Chinese characters, even the people in Datang are illiterate. Naturally, the little princess of Tubo does not know Chinese characters, let alone write...

Fortunately, Emperor Tianyuan didn't hand over all the three Tubo nobles to Tang Luojin, but asked several princes to take them to play one by one to pass the time.

When he was free, he would call the third Tubo prince and the Tubo envoy over to discuss political affairs.

In the blink of an eye, it was the third day of October, and Emperor Tianyuan had time, so he led a large group of people to the imperial enclosure outside Chang'an City.

In the harem, the Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager are still in good health.Needless to say, the empress dowager is only in her early fifties now, and she has become more energetic because she has raised the sixth prince. Went to the paddock to relax.

The empress, concubine Jiang De, the second prince's mother and concubine, and several young and low-ranking concubines were all selected; after Concubine Xin gave birth to the ninth princess, her health was not very good. This time, the ninth princess was slightly ill, so she told Emperor Tianyuan With a sound, he didn't go to the paddock.

The Ninth Princess is only four years old now, a few years ago because of her young age, Emperor Tianyuan refused to take her to the paddock.This year, she finally grew up by one year, and Emperor Tianyuan let go again, but she herself was not healthy enough, and she fell ill at this time.

Princess Jiu was lying on the bed, pouring bitter medicine, feeling extremely sad.

Concubine Xin loved her at first, so she hugged her when she saw this, and coaxed her: "It's okay if you can't go to the paddock. When Xiao Jiu recovers, you can watch your brother and sister ride horses and play polo. No matter how bad it is, be good!" Some, read the book better, and the concubine will beg your father and emperor to let your uncle and the others take you out of the palace to play."

Princess Nine's eyes lit up immediately.

"Really? What the concubine mother said is true? Can Xiao Jiu really go out of the palace to play?"

Concubine Xin smiled and said: "Of course. Xiaojiu was young at first, and concubine mother wanted to restrain you for your own good. Now that you are in good health and want to leave the palace, as long as someone follows, concubine mother will naturally have no objection." .”

Princess Jiu was elated, and immediately said: "Then Xiaojiu wants the prince brother to take Xiaojiu out of the palace! The prince brother loves Xiaojiu, he will definitely agree!"

Concubine Xin was startled.

Princess Jiu pulled the corner of Concubine Xin's clothes and said, "Is it okay, Concubine Mu? Uncle and the others are all adults, and those who take Xiao Jiu to go are places where adults go. Only the elder brother of the prince and Xiao Jiu are 'little people'. Take Xiao Jiu to play where the 'little man' likes to go."

Concubine Xin was dumbfounded: "My concubine's Xiaojiu is indeed a villain, but your prince's elder brother is a gentleman, not a villain." After weighing it in her heart, she still did not agree to this matter - although the prince is very good, However, she and her cousin had completely turned their faces. If Xiao Jiu and the prince were to be friends again at this time, the cousin would use Xiao Jiu to "please" the prince as an excuse to embarrass them and even the fifth princess who still lives in Qingning Palace. up.

"Your uncles are old, but your cousins ​​are always young. If you don't want your uncles to accompany you, let your cousins ​​accompany you."

After Concubine Xin finished speaking, Princess Jiu pouted and lowered her head unhappily.

But even if she was unhappy, she knew that the concubine mother should be doing it for her own good, so she didn't allow her to go out with the prince's brother.Although she was not happy, she would not object so stubbornly, so she just lowered her head and said nothing.

Concubine Xin sighed in her heart, and stroked Princess Jiu's little bun.

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness, I have sent a gift to Princess Nine."

When the nine princesses are sick, the concubines and princes and daughters of each palace will express it. It is natural for the prince to send gifts at this time.

Concubine Xin nodded, not paying much attention.But the ninth princess suddenly became happy, and hurriedly said: "Hurry up and take the gift from the prince's brother, I want to see it myself!"

The incense burner only felt that Princess Ninth was cute, glanced at Concubine Xin, and seeing that she had no objection, she curtsied, then limped out and carried a mahogany box.

The box was opened, and inside lay a "rabbit" made of jade with the length of an adult's palm.

Of course, it is not very accurate to say that it is a rabbit.Because this "rabbit" has a face similar to that of a little girl, and a long body, with arms and legs, but behind the buttocks, there is a small tail.

It looks like a tiny human with only rabbit ears and a tail.

Very cute!

Princess Jiu cried out happily: "Xiao Jiu knew that the prince's elder brother loves Xiao Jiu the most. The last time Xiao Jiu told the prince's elder brother that he wanted a rabbit, the prince's elder brother sent this to Xiao Jiu! Huh? These little clothes It's so strange, why is it so small?" Princess Jiu picked up the "rabbit", and saw several small clothes under the "rabbit", picked it up and gestured for a while, and said happily, "Xiao Jiu knows, these little clothes are Wear it for Bunny!"

Immediately picked it up and put it on for "rabbit". After a try, it really fit.

The nine princesses were even happier.

Seeing the happy appearance of her little daughter, Concubine Xin was moved in her heart, but she felt funny after thinking about it, she shook her head, it was rare for Quan Dangtang Luojin to have an eye for Princess Nine.

Tang Luojin didn't know anything about Changxin Palace.

Although he gave Princess Jiu a gift, he just simply liked Princess Jiu, and he didn't intend to say anything right now—after all, in terms of appearance, he was indeed more like a queen, even if he said it The truth, others may not necessarily think it is the "truth".No way, at that time, he would mistakenly think that he had other thoughts.

Tang Luojin squinted her eyes, then turned her gaze to the paddock.

Tubo has clashed with Datang in the past few years, and Tubo was defeated several times as a result.Therefore, no matter how arrogant the third prince of Tubo was, he had to bow his head in front of the emperor and courtiers in Datang's territory at this moment.

Emperor Tianyuan wanted to show Tubo that Datang was full of talents. Not only were there many literati, but there were also many military generals. After competing in archery, wrestling, and polo, it was time to hunt.

As usual, Emperor Tianyuan planned to announce the start of the hunt after showing off his archery of nine out of ten shots.

"Xiao Wang once heard that there is a saying among the Han people that a tiger father has no dog sons. Emperor Datang's archery skills are so superb, and the best son of Emperor Datang's archery skills is also very superb." The third prince of Tubo laughed, " Xiao Wang is not talented, and wants to compete with Emperor Datang's most outstanding son in archery!"

As soon as the third prince of Tubo said, many people in Datang began to scold him in their hearts.

How old is the prince?How old is the third prince of Tubo?

The age of the prince is only a fraction of the age of the third prince of Tubo, okay?In this way, you can lose your face and say that you can compete with the prince in archery?

Emperor Tianyuan still had a smile on his lips, but his eyes were cold, and he didn't answer the third Tubo prince's words immediately.

Tang Luojin remained expressionless.

The best son?

This is the purpose of the third prince of Tubo, right?

as predicted.

Datang's young courtier retorted: "How old is the prince? What age are you? How dare you propose to try archery with someone ten years younger than you? Besides, you Tibetans have always lived in no fixed place, chasing water and weeds. He lived on a horse since he was born, and our prince has learned the way of a gentleman since he was a child. He is so young, how can he be archery with you? Third prince, you are too small!"

The third prince of Tubo is seventeen now, tall and strong, but he said innocently after hearing the words: "My lord has misunderstood. What Xiao Wang said was to compete in archery with the most outstanding son of Emperor Datang. Although it is true that Prince Datang is only a fraction of Xiao Wang's age, doesn't the prince have five elder brothers? Among them, is there no one who is close to Xiao Wang's age? Or is it that each of them is older than Xiao Wang? Isn't a seven-year-old child good at archery?"

Everyone fell silent immediately.

The third prince of Tubo, he looked tall and big before, and he was a bit young and reckless in his words and deeds.But looking at it today, this third prince obviously has a plan in his mind.

After a few words, they dug a few holes, waiting for the brothers of Prince Datang to fight against the wall.

Emperor Tianyuan's gaze also sank.

At this time, it was inconvenient for others to speak, only Tang Luojin had to stand up.

"What the third prince just said was very vague. I don't know whether I want the best prince in Datang to compete with you in archery, or the prince who is better than Gu in Datang to compete in archery with you." Tang Luojin said to herself. He didn't want to let the third prince make his words vague, and said, "Although the third prince has difficulties in his heart, he should always speak it out clearly and openly, instead of hiding it, shrinking back and forth. Petty to hide, let me understand."

As soon as Tang Luojin spoke, she took the initiative in her hands, and many people's eyes lit up.

——On weekdays, but at this time, with foreign enemies in front, of course Datang's face is the most important thing!

The third prince of Tubo was said in public to be "cowardly and petty", and his face was slightly sullen. After a while, he smiled and said: "Xiao Wang is a beginner in Chinese, so it is inevitable that he can't speak clearly. Thank you for your advice. Xiao Wang just asked, of course. It's Emperor Datang, the most outstanding son! I just don't know if the most outstanding son of Emperor Datang can beat Xiao Wang; and the most outstanding son of Emperor Datang is His Royal Highness the Crown Prince?"

Tang Luojin was young, and everyone knew him; his identity as the crown prince was also known to everyone; and the most outstanding son of Emperor Tianyuan, anyone would say that he must be the crown prince.

But the problem is that Emperor Tianyuan's most outstanding son is only seven years old now, and he was born prematurely, so his body is no better than others.Because he believed in the words of the Duke of Guo, he learned archery late.Let alone the comparison with the third prince of Tubo, even the son of an ordinary family in Datang, obviously he couldn't compare.

The reason why Emperor Tianyuan would hunt when the Tubo envoys came was to show Tubo the strength of Datang. If Tang Luojin was to make a move, Tang Luojin would have to win.

But, how will Tang Luojin win?How could it be possible to win?

Everyone looked at each other in blank dismay, discussing something in low voices.

The third prince of Tubo raised his chin high, his eyes full of satisfaction.

Tang Luojin remained expressionless.

The rest of the princes didn't know how to speak, and they all lowered their heads and pretended to be wooden.

The eldest prince waited for a long time before he tried his best to hide the excitement in his heart, and said, "Father, the third prince of Tubo came with bad intentions. Now it is in our land of Datang again, no matter who makes a move to compete with the third prince." There is absolutely no way to lose this time.”

After finishing his words, he expected to get a response or even a will from Emperor Tianyuan.

But Emperor Tianyuan didn't say anything, just raised his eyelids and glanced at him.

It was as if he could see all kinds of calculations in his mind from the inside out.

The First Prince couldn't help feeling a little timid.

But, who doesn't want to be the most outstanding prince in Datang?Who doesn't want to overwhelm the prince?

The eldest prince knew clearly the meaning of Emperor Tianyuan's warning, so he still opened his mouth and said: "Father's most outstanding son is naturally the seventh brother. But the seventh brother is so young, if he is asked to compare arrows with the third prince who is ten years older than him Art... Isn't it a sure thing to lose? If not, let the son come. The son is not good at poetry, but compared to archery, this, the son can always win the third prince."

Emperor Tianyuan could see knives in his eyes.

The second prince stood beside Emperor Tianyuan, smiled slightly, and quietly glanced at the third prince of Tubo over there.

The third prince of Tubo immediately asked again, would the most outstanding son of Emperor Datang be willing to fight him?If you haven't shown up yet, could it be that you are afraid of him?

Emperor Tianyuan's face became even more serious.

The First Prince was about to stand up happily, when he saw a little Douding, half a step faster than him, stood up.

"Competing arrows, it's no problem." Tang Luojin's face was sullen, the childishness in her voice was not gone, but the aura of her body made people have to pay special attention to it, "However, the competition items are decided by the third prince, how to compare?" Of course, I, Datang, have the final say. I just don’t know, the third prince of Tubo, can, return, dare, respond, fight?”