Chapter 149: A Small Gathering in the Palace
The four of them entered the house and sat down, and Xie Xu first asked, "Fourth brother, fifth sister." How do you know we're in Dragon City? ”
Zhang Tianjun said: "The King of Tiandu has eighteen secret guards, and he is always keeping an eye on the movements of the major families in Dragon City. In the morning, there was an auction in front of Zhang Xiang's mansion, and there were secret guards who were observing there. They recognized you both, and told the king of heaven. The king of Tiandu ordered us to come and take you into the palace. ”
Thinking of what happened in the morning, Xie Xu couldn't help frowning, and asked again: "I wonder if the King of Tiandu has a way to deal with the death of Wu Xiang?" ”
Long Xilin shook her head and smiled: "What countermeasures, swallow your anger." In the face of the four powerful families, Li Benxin neither dared to fight nor kill, and sought compromises all day long. It's a pity that Lord Zhang's enthusiasm is enthusiastic. ”
Zhao Xue was annoyed when she heard this, and reprimanded the two: "You are not here to assist Li Benxin, how can you assist him like this?" The dignified martial artist was killed, and he actually became a turtle with a shrunken head, and he also asked Zhang Feiling to be auctioned on the street. Treating the heroes like this, Li Benxin is not afraid of chilling the hearts of the ministers. Who will dare to die for him in the future! ”
Zhang Tianjun sighed helplessly: "Second sister, you don't know the rules of this court. This major event in the DPRK and China was discussed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Civil and Military Affairs. We are just a small captain of the guard, the smallest character in Dragon City, how can we be qualified to speak. If we don't know how to get involved in these big things, Li Benxin won't keep us by his side. ”
Zhao Xue was even more angry when she heard this, and scolded: "The inner mansion is full of waste, and the civil and military ministers are also straw bales. Li Benxin has been on the throne for three years, not only has he not got rid of the four major families, but his power has become more and more shrinking, and now even the military minister is dead. If you continue to play like this, the Tiandu Dynasty will end sooner or later. ”
Zhang Tianjun smiled: "No." Our master is not coming. I believe that with the master's ability, he will definitely be able to help Li Benxin stabilize the situation and eliminate internal and external troubles. ”
Zhao Xue's anger decreased slightly, and he snorted: "That's right." If Li Benxin is really capable, he will not invite the master to come. In the future, I will do a good job in Dragon City. What are the four major families, I have cleaned up all the swords. ”
Long Xilin smiled on the side: "Yes, you are here, Dragon City will definitely be much more lively." By the way, who is that Luofan along the way with you? The King of Tiandu is very interested in him, let's gather his information. ”
Zhao Xue glanced at it and exclaimed, "He! Telling his story can frighten people to death, make people angry, and keep you to listen to it is an eye-opener. ”
The two were puzzled, and Long Xilin: "Is it so powerful?" Is the second sister praising him or scolding him? ”
Zhao Xue shook her head and tsk: "You can't admire that guy." People are the overlords of the wicked, the beasts of the good guys, and the fools of the smart heap. There is nothing he can't do that is good, and he is never indispensable to bad things. In a word, wicked people, smart people, weird people, rich people, people who can't understand. He has only been in Qicheng for half a month, and he can write half a legend for the good and bad things he has done. ”
Long Xilin smiled: "That's really a strange person." Let's talk as we go. The king of Tiandu has set up a banquet in the palace, let's not let him wait in a hurry. ”
The four of them immediately got up, talked and laughed and walked to the palace.
Tiandu Palace is located in the north of Longcheng, the inner middle tower is heavy, the vermilion wall is stacked, it is majestic. Everywhere stood gold and silver armor guards, ten steps and one post, nine steps and one sentry. Coupled with the patrols coming and going, and the black-clothed secret guards shuttling non-stop, there was almost no one in the entire palace.
Zhao Xue scratched her head and said, "There are so many guards in a palm-sized place, and it is crowded like a vegetable market." Li Benxin was frightened by the four major families, right? ”
Zhang Tianjun whispered: "Second sister, don't be loud. Everywhere is the eyes of the king of Tiandu, and the slightest wind and grass, the news will reach Li Benxin's ears. In recent months, there have been frequent loss of people in the palace, and no clues can be found after a long search. There is no way, but the defense can be increased several times. ”
Zhao Xue shook her head suspiciously: "Can it still be lost in the palace?" It's really an internal and external trouble. It's also quite miserable to be a king. ”
Long Xilin laughed quietly: "Miserable is miserable, but people are kings after all." Look at this palace you live in, so luxurious. Also, it's only been three years, and the harem has already accepted twelve concubines, and it's making a fuss every day. ”
Zhao Xue laughed and said, "Hey, fifth sister." You are so good-looking, why didn't Li Benxin take you as a concubine? ”
Long Xilin smiled: "I don't like him, I like that kind of hero." As you said, I might be able to consider it. Besides, not everyone can get married. Anyone who can enter the harem must have a wealthy background, so it will be helpful to the king of Tiandu. Otherwise, even if you get married, you have to be bullied to death by other concubines. ”
Zhao Xue sighed: "Fortunately, Yuran didn't take a fancy to Li Benxin back then, otherwise he would have really suffered." The things in this big portal are sometimes so disgusting that I can't see them. ”
Xie Xu was also slightly surprised, and asked, "Twelve concubines?" I thought there were only two? When did he marry so many concubines? Why didn't you hear any news from outside? ”
Zhang Tianjun explained: "The two concubines known to the world are Concubine De, the daughter of Liao Zhihua, King Xiao, and Concubine Zhuang, the daughter of King Ling He Zheng. These two princes are in high positions and power, and when their daughters get married, they naturally want to tell the world that the Ming media is marrying. And the other ten concubines are all daughters of big families near Dragon City, and they are married to stabilize the safety of Dragon City. At that time, I only invited the officials of the inner government to congratulate me, and did not make any announcements to the public. ”
Zhao Xue frowned and shook her head when she heard this, and said with disdain: "Being a king and serving so many daughters-in-law, how can it be like selling yourself in a green building." ”
Long Xilin laughed happily, Le Zizi hugged Zhao Xue and said with a smile: "Second sister, you are really good." You dare to say such things. It's not my second sister, it's really mighty. That is, what is there to be about this broken king. ”
Zhang Tianjun reminded: "Okay, let's talk about it first. After all, it is a royal palace, and it is a little more solemn. ”
After walking for a short time, they bypassed many checkpoints and the four of them came to the Imperial Garden.
In the garden pavilion, I saw Li Benxin from a distance holding a pile of concertos and reading carefully. Li Benxin was also full of joy when he saw the four of them from a distance, and threw down the song and rushed over to meet them.
Before he could get closer, Li Benxin was full of excitement and shouted eagerly: "Big brother, second sister." You're finally here. I haven't seen you for three years, and I want to hurt you. ”
Xie Xu and Zhao Xue were also happy, but they didn't expect Li Benxin to be the enthusiastic and cheerful young man back then. Immediately stepped forward and bowed.
Li Benxin hurriedly helped the two of them up, took their hands and smiled affectionately: "Hey, eldest brother and second sister, we are not outsiders, so there is no need to talk about these false courtesies." You haven't come to see me often since you parted three years ago. I look forward to your coming every day. Come, come, take a seat. We have ordered the delicacies of the mountains and the sea, so that you may also taste the delicacies and wine of the palace. ”
Li Benxin personally pulled the two to the table and sat down, and poured wine for the two with his own hands. This enthusiastic operation moved Xie Xu and Zhao Xue with a warm current in their hearts. Zhang Tianjun and Long Xilin also smiled. This Li Benxin has little other skills, only the ability to win people's hearts has been perfected. And they weren't surprised.
The two also sat down across from each other. Zhang Tianjun deliberately raised Li Benxin, and said with a smile: "Big brother, second sister, the king of Tiandu treats us as relatives, and he is not restrained. ”
Li Benxin smiled: "That's nature. Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today. In the future, my dynasty will depend on you. In the future, we will still be the same as before, eating meat together, drinking wine together, and happily being brothers and sisters. ”
Xie Xu hurriedly arched his hand seriously: "Thanks to the King of Tiandu, we are all vulgar martial artists, if we can serve the dynasty, we should do our best, and then die!" ”
Li Benxin smiled and said: "Big brother is still so bold!" Come, big brother and second sister are coming from afar, I will toast you first. ”
The two hurriedly served the wine and drank a glass each.
Putting down the wine glass, Zhao Xue smiled: "To be toasted by the King of Tiandu, we are also the first people in the world." This trip is really not in vain, how can I go back and tout with the sixth and seventh brothers! ”
Li Benxin smiled: "Second sister, it's still so bold." From now on, you can come to my palace and eat and drink as you please. It's your own home, don't see me. ”
Zhao Xue was happy to hear this, and laughed: "If there is a sentence from the king of Tiandu, then I won't be polite to you." After that, I really got used to eating, and I came every day. When the time comes, don't blame me for eating you poor. ”
Several people laughed.
After a few words of gossip, Li Benxin asked: "I received a letter from Lord Xue a few days ago, and I am looking forward to it every day. I have ordered a house for you. and selected a thousand elite iron guards to serve as Lord Xue's guards. I don't know, when will Lord Xue arrive in the capital? ”