The Prodigal Son of Zhenguan

How many people in Chang'an are surnamed Li?

There are too many. There are quite a few royal relatives, including the princes of various families, and the uncles and nephews of the emperor who are more distant.

In addition, during the Wude period, the emperor gave the surname Li to the ministers in the court because of their meritorious service.

There are also some.

In this way, even if the civil officials are excluded, there are still many military generals left.

If they are all royal relatives, this matter is definitely out of the question.

It won't work.

If they are not royal relatives, there is still some room.

Then we have to look for it here.

Madam Yan set her eyes on the two families.

If they are really from these two families, it would be fine.

One is Li Jing, and the other is Li Ji.

Li Ji was originally called Xu Shiji, and was later given the surname Li, Li Shiji.

Last year, when your majesty ascended the throne, in order to avoid the taboo of your majesty's name, even the word "Shi" was removed, and it became Li Ji.

Li Jing's family had no daughters, only two sons.

Finally, Madam Yan looked at Li Ji's wife.

Finding a suitable opportunity, Madam Yan began to chat with Li Ji's wife.

These days, even if outsiders know who has a daughter and the girl's maiden name, they will not publicize it.

Therefore, others only know that Li Ji has two sons and one daughter, but do not know the daughter's maiden name.

Madam Yan chatted with Madam Li warmly and talked about her children.

"Madam Laiguogong, I heard that your daughter is also old enough to get married, right?" Madam Yan asked with a smile.

"Alas, my daughter, don't worry, she has been in poor health since she was a child. My husband and I both want her to stay with us for two more years." Madam Laiguogong said with a smile.

"Girls should not be kept when they grow up. If they are kept, they will become enemies." Madam Yan responded, "If we are not in a hurry now, it will be even more difficult to find a suitable one for our children in the future when all the good men in Chang'an City have been engaged."

"I don't blame you now. If you delay it later, it will be easy to change."

Madam Yan spoke sincerely.

She wanted to find out about the news of the eldest daughter of the Duke of Lai.

After all, in her calculations, it seems that there is only such a suitable candidate.

But just now, the wife of the Duke of Lai said that her eldest daughter has not been in good health since childhood.

If she is not in good health, I am afraid she is not the lifesaver that King Jingyang said.

It is also strange. If she appeared by the Qujiang Lake in Chang'an during the Lantern Festival, she must be a Chang'an person.

How could there be no news after searching for so long?

"That... is true." The wife of the Duke of Lai smiled and responded to Madam Yan.

"In fact, if the child at home is not so healthy, it is good for the body to walk more and strengthen the body." Madam Yan said tentatively.

She looked at the wife of the Duke of Lai sincerely, trying to see something from her expression.

"That's the truth." The wife of the Duke of Lai also agreed with this.

Just thinking of her own daughter.

Yes, she has been in poor health since childhood.

Therefore, her husband asked her to practice martial arts to strengthen her body.

But now...

Alas... Which young man would like a woman with outstanding martial arts and a free and unrestrained nature to marry her as his main wife?

If the couple cannot be harmonious, then won't my daughter spend her life in the deep house after getting married?

It would be better to find a Taoist temple.

"I wonder if the wife of the Duke of Lai has heard about the assassination of King Jingyang on the Lantern Festival." Madam Yan asked in a low voice.

The wife of the Duke of Lai nodded.

"Of course I have heard about this. It has spread all over Chang'an. His Majesty was furious, and the court officials were also very indignant about it. He committed a crime in the street, which is punishable by death."

"That day, King Jingyang was saved by a young man who was good at using a spear. I heard that this man's surname was also Li." Madam Yan smiled.

An unusual look flashed in the eyes of Lady Laiguo, but it was quickly covered by shock.

"Is that so? So, King Jingyang was a lucky man, and he was saved by his family." Lady Laiguo replied.

"Who said it wasn't? It's just strange that King Jingyang searched for a long time and couldn't find the trace of his savior in Chang'an City." Madam Yan said.

The two were talking about this here, and those around them who heard it also came over to join the conversation.

Empress Changsun looked over here and saw that they were chatting happily, and she was also curious.

"What are you talking about? You seem to be so happy." Empress Changsun came over with a smile.

"Your Highness, we are talking about the lifesaver of His Royal Highness Prince Jingyang." Madam Yan bowed and said.

"Oh? The lifesaver of Prince Jingyang? From the Lantern Festival to the Mid-Autumn Festival, it has been more than half a year, and it is still not found. It is strange to say. "Empress Changsun smiled gently: "There is such a person in Chang'an City. He does good without asking for anything in return. He is really noble and upright."

"Yes, the Queen Mother said."

"It's a pity that His Royal Highness Prince Jingyang wants to get to know him, but can't find anyone." Madam Yan said with a smile.

"How did Madam Yan know so many details?" Lady Lai Guogong asked curiously.

"Because my husband was in the farm in Jingyang County before, he got to know Prince Jingyang. "Madam Yan smiled and said, "Therefore, I know a little bit. Prince Jingyang wants to find his savior, but he doesn't know many people in Chang'an City, so he mentioned it to my husband and asked him if he knew the young talent."

"I see. "

Everyone suddenly realized.

The topic turned to Li Fu, which was exactly what Empress Changsun wanted to achieve. This was a good opportunity.

"Prince Jingyang never mentioned the specific appearance of his lifesaver." Empress Changsun smiled and said, "However, this life-saving grace must not be forgotten. He has been looking for it, which is right."

"I am also curious. Which young man in Chang'an City saved Prince Jingyang and then turned around and left without any news. This is a great achievement." Someone said with emotion.

If the person was found at that time and saved Prince Jingyang, His Majesty might have rewarded him.

It's a pity that such a good opportunity to enter the officialdom was missed.

That person is really too low-key.

"Yes, if it weren't for him, Prince Jingyang that day would be in danger. "Empress Changsun also agreed with a smile.

If the man could be found, Li Fu would know his identity and it would be a good thing to make friends with him.

Empress Changsun also wanted to do a favor.

The female relatives sat together, and once they had a topic, they opened up and chatted enthusiastically.

Late at night, after the banquet in the palace ended, each family took a carriage and returned to their own house.