Chapter 2948 Good times are like a dream
His Majesty Li Er is a very courageous man. Now that he has realized that he has made many mistakes over the years, and has neglected the arrangements of the people around him, he has made up his mind to wait until after the Eastern Expedition, no matter what obstacles he faces, They must be resolved one by one.
Although his physical strength has been a little weak in the past two years, his energy has not been unsustainable. He took advantage of the power after the Eastern Expedition to solve many problems around him to avoid causing hidden dangers to those around him and causing trouble to his successors.
It’s just that there are so many things, time waits for no one...
Holding hands with Concubine Xu, sitting in front of the window and looking up at the stars in the sky, the anxiety in His Majesty Li Er's heart gradually calmed down. Looking sideways, he saw the beautiful woman beside him with a picturesque and charming face. He couldn't help but lean down gently and look at the stars. A gentle kiss on her smooth forehead.
"Yeah!"
Concubine Xu was startled, her pretty face turned pale, and she said in panic: "Your Majesty, no!"
His Majesty Li Er was depressed: "It's just a kiss, what's the big deal?"
Concubine Xu straightened her clothes, stepped back a little bit, bit her lip and said, "Your Majesty will pay homage to God Haotian the day after tomorrow and swear an oath to fight. It is time for you to fast and bathe for three days to show your sincerity. How could you do such an obscene act?" To defile God? Even if I die, I will not let Your Majesty bear such sin!"
Although the person is delicate and beautiful, her eyes are clear, her expression is solemn, and she is extremely determined.
His Majesty Li Er couldn't help but cover his forehead and said with a wry smile: "Don't worry, my beloved, I don't have any lustful thoughts. I just saw your picturesque appearance and calm temperament, which complemented the quiet night, so I felt love and pity for you. I just couldn’t help but kiss her, and I had no regrets.”
I feel a little irritated in my heart. Once upon a time, I was a very beautiful person, and I was still very energetic in courting several women every night.
Now in front of the beautiful woman, my heart is so pure that there is no distracting thought...
Is it because a man's virility has diminished as he gets older, or has he really reached a state where he is freed from carnal desires and needs more spiritual satisfaction?
Vaguely, he felt that perhaps the pills he often took had overstretched his physical strength. Although he felt energetic and full of energy after taking it, after a while, he felt as if he had been hollowed out...
It's just that it's the critical moment of the Eastern Expedition. The imperial commander personally leads millions of soldiers and horses, which requires an incredible amount of energy. So it's better to take it for a while, and then stop taking it after the Eastern Expedition is over. .
Concubine Xu's face turned red, her head lowered, not daring to meet His Majesty Li Er's eyes, and muttered: "I have misunderstood, I deserve to die..."
The other person just kissed her to show her love, but she thought she was attracted to her... Maybe she would be misunderstood as a very emotional person.
How embarrassing is this?
Concubine Xu felt as if her cheeks were on fire, her head was hanging tightly, her chin was almost buried in her chest, and she did not dare to raise her head.
When His Majesty Li Er saw her looking so ashamed, he smiled unconsciously, and the traces of depression in his heart relaxed.
In the middle of the night, with the stars in the sky, it is a novel experience to hug the woman you love, say some intimate words, and enjoy this pure love.
After all, in the past, His Majesty Li Er always had the temperament to go straight to the topic...
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The next morning, the sky was overcast and a light rain began to fall. The breeze was blowing and the coolness was refreshing.
There are still some facilities in Yuanqiu that have not yet been completed. The Ministry of War is responsible for guarding and keeping outsiders away, while the Ministry of Rites is responsible for improving all facilities.
Fang Jun was wearing a raincoat and a bamboo hat, riding on a horse to personally supervise the officials of the two yamen. Xiao Yu, the Duke of Song Dynasty, also rushed to the scene and urged his subordinates to do their best. Because Yuanqiu is outside Mingde Gate and next to the official road going south out of the city, in order to prevent anyone from sabotaging or causing trouble, Fang Jun has ordered the Youtun guards to set up a checkpoint in the middle of the road, and all people coming and going must accept it. Extremely strict inspection.
Because there were too many and rigorous checks, it took too long. There was a light rain, and there was a long line of pedestrians, cars and horses on the road. They moved forward slowly like a tortoise, quite like the "morning and evening rush hour" of later generations...
The rain was not heavy, but it was a steady patter.
Xiao Yu walked out of the tent on the side wearing a raincoat and came to Fang Jun's horse. He covered the rain with a bamboo hat and looked at the progress of the circle. He sighed and said: "It won't rain sooner or later, but at this time." If it rains, tomorrow will be the ceremony for worshiping the heaven. It may be a bit unlucky to catch such a rain.”
Fang Jun sat on the horse, feeling a little helpless.
Everyone is very superstitious these days. Almost all weather changes can be found to correspond to them, and they can be used to speculate on good or bad luck. Celestial phenomena such as earthquakes and falling meteorites can all be associated with "the emperor's lack of morality", let alone continuous rainfall during the time of worshiping the emperor?
If some people take advantage of it, it will easily cause a disturbance, which will affect the Heaven Sacrifice Ceremony, and even the Eastern Expedition will be criticized...
But if it rains and my mother wants to get married, who can take care of it?
He once pretended to be a ghost and prayed for rain in Lishan Mountain. But even after 1,500 years, humans can only spread catalysts such as dry ice, silver iodide, and salt powder into the clouds to speed up rainfall. However, there is no way to deal with the rain that is about to fall. He doesn’t even have the slightest ability...
Looking up at the sky, Fang Jun said worriedly: "The Taishi Bureau said that this rain will not last too long, but looking at the dense clouds, I am afraid that it will not stop for a while. What if? It’s really troublesome to affect the Heaven Sacrifice Ceremony.”
Xiao Yu shook his head and said: "Those people in the Taishi Bureau usually just calculate the calendar. This prediction of rain and snow weather is just based on experience. The so-called divination is not reliable at all, and it is rarely accurate."
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The two of them were talking. In the distance, Gao Kan, who was also wearing a raincoat, ran over from the checkpoint with great strides. He didn't care about getting splashed with mud and water. He came to Fang Junma and saluted: "Commander Qi, over there at the checkpoint." There are too many people stuck in the traffic jam. Someone wants to go through first. I wonder if they can be allowed to pass? ”
Fang Jun said angrily: "The military order is like a mountain, how can it be changed? Even if the prince and prince come, they have to queue up and wait for interrogation. Otherwise, if something goes wrong, who can afford it? No matter who it is, there is no reason to pass first! ”
When setting up the checkpoints, Fang Jun issued a strict order, no matter who they are, they must be treated equally, otherwise there are as many dignitaries as dogs in Chang'an City. This one is trying to gain face, and the other is being accommodating. Wouldn't this level be in vain?
Furthermore, the purpose of setting up checkpoints is to prevent anyone from damaging the facilities in the circle. If everyone is allowed to do so, who can take the responsibility if something goes wrong?
Gao Kan usually works hard, but today he is so confused...
Seeing Fang Jun's unkind expression, Gao Kan was frightened. He raised his hand and wiped his face with sweat or rain, and said cautiously: "Commander, he is the driver of Princess Changle. He said he was going to the Taoist temple in Zhongnan Mountain to pray for His Majesty. , so I feel that I should inform you..."
If he was really a relative of a prince, Gao Kan would not run over and ask Fang Jun.
But he had vaguely heard about the scandal between his commander-in-chief and Princess Changle. Although he didn't know whether it was true or not, it was spread everywhere. He would rather believe it than believe it. If the rumor was true, he would change Changle's life. The princess was left aside and ignored, and she might have to wear her own handsome shoes from now on...
Fang Jun was stunned: "Princess Changle?"
Why did this person go to Zhongnan Mountain? When is it not possible to pray for blessings but when it rains? It's just nonsense.
Xiao Yu, who was on the side, smiled and said to Gao Kan: "Your commander-in-chief has always enforced the law impartially and upright, but in fact, he is a powerful and powerful person like you? Who cares about Princess Changle, Princess Jinyang, go back and answer the question quickly, and you have to speak honestly There is no favoritism in queuing up!”
Fang Jun was speechless.
You're so idle, old guy, that your balls hurt, aren't you? It's really disrespectful to do such a prank at such an old age...
She straightened the bamboo hat on her head and said solemnly: "Princess Changle rushed to the Zhongnan Mountain Taoist Temple in the rain to pray for His Majesty. Her filial piety is commendable, but how can it be compared with the general powerful and powerful? As human ministers, I should do my best to assist His Highness Changle and not hinder His Highness from fulfilling his filial piety... whatever, lead the way."
Xiao Yu looked at Fang Jun's nonsense with a smile, stroking his beard and said quietly: "Erlang Gong is loyal to the country and loyal. He is really a model of courtiers. I only hope that His Majesty will think so in the future and will not wrong you. Loyal minister of the Tang Dynasty.”
This was both a tease and a reminder.
After all, Princess Changle's identity is different, and her status in His Majesty Li Er's mind is even more unique. If she has a relationship with her, you can imagine how furious His Majesty Li Er will be.
Boy, you have to take it easy...(End of Chapter)