In the great Shang capital, the Shang Emperor's decree to grant a marriage was soon issued, and the entire capital was shocked.

Like Li Ziye, no one expected that in the end, the person chosen by Emperor Shang would be the eldest prince with the lowest sense of presence among the four princes.

In response to this, many people who were close friends with the King of Southwest came to visit him, trying to ask some questions.

After all, the eldest prince has a leg problem, and they don't understand why the Southwest King agreed to this marriage.

Even if this is His Majesty's wish, if the King of Southwest is not willing, His Majesty cannot force it.

However, the King of Southwest remained silent about this and did not show any dissatisfaction.

Father, how could you agree to this marriage? Mu Yuan is a cripple. Didn’t you harm Qing Qing?

In the Prince Wu's Mansion in the capital, the sound of quarreling could be heard. Zhu Qingge, the Crown Prince of Southwest, looked at his father with an angry face and shouted angrily.

It doesn’t matter if he is disabled, he is His Majesty’s eldest son, so he may become the crown prince! The Southwest King suppressed the anger in his heart and responded coldly.

He is not the only prince of Dashang. The other three princes are among the best. You must choose this cripple! Zhu Qingge said angrily.

This is His Majesty's decision. As a minister, you must obey your orders. The king of Southwest said in a deep voice.

Your Majesty, Your Majesty again, you only have eyes for this Majesty, don’t you have your own wife and children?

Zhu Qingge clenched his hands and said angrily.

presumptuous!

When the king of Southwest heard this, his expression changed, he slapped the former in the face, and said angrily, how dare you say such treacherous words!

With a loud slap, five blood-red palm prints appeared on Zhu Qingge's face, which was so dazzling.

The King of Southwest's right hand trembled, and after the beating, he felt regret in his heart.

Father, you have disappointed your son so much!

Zhu Qingge looked at the somewhat unfamiliar father in front of him, said with a disappointed expression, and then turned and left.

Once, in his eyes, his father was an indomitable and fearless king of Shang and Wu. Until today, all these impressions have completely collapsed.

In the palace, King Southwest looked at his son's leaving figure, his expression darkened.

He knew that Qingqing and even Qingge would not be satisfied with this marriage, but he had no choice.

The Majesty of Fengtian Palace is not as simple as it seems on the surface. He cannot bet on the fate of the entire Southwest Palace and can only obey the emperor's orders.

In Shihua Garden, night falls. On the first floor, Zhu Qingge is sitting in the lobby, drinking one cup after another. The anger in his expression is clearly visible.

No one around him dared to get close.

Brother, do you mind having a drink with me?

At this time, a calm voice sounded in Zhu Qingge's ear and said.

roll!

Zhu Qingge uttered a word coldly, and then continued drinking alone.

Your wine is too bad.

At the table, the young man sat down, put a jar of wine on the table, and said, "I'm drunk, my Li family's wine is the best in the world!"

Li family?

Hearing this, Zhu Qingge subconsciously raised his head to look at the young man in front of him, narrowed his eyes slightly, and said, you are the legitimate son of the Li family who has been rumored in recent days.

False name.

Li Ziye opened the wine jar, poured a glass of wine for the Prince of Southwest in front of him, and said with a smile, "Try it."

Zhu Qingge frowned, but did not refuse again. He picked up the glass of wine and drank it all in one gulp.

As the wine enters the throat, a burning sensation comes. It is so strong that the heat of the liquor makes one feel dizzy.

Drunk to death, good wine!

Zhu Qingge coughed a few times, with a happy look on his face. This is wine, it's strong enough!

Compared to this wine, the wine he drank before was as bland and tasteless as water.

A smile appeared on Li Ziye's face, he poured another glass of wine for the person in front of him, and said, Prince Southwest Prince has a noble status, can he be upset?

When Zhu Qingge heard this, his eyes narrowed and he said, do you know my identity?

Ah.

Li Ziye smiled softly and said, my drunken life is worth a hundred gold. If you were not the Crown Prince of Southwest, how could I take the initiative to come to your door and treat you to a drink? Could it be that His Highness the Crown Prince really feels that there is something in the world where we feel like old friends and hate each other?

Late bullshit?

Zhu Qingge heard the extremely direct words of the young man in front of him. He was startled at first, and then laughed heartily and said, Haha, you are right. If I were not the Crown Prince of Southwest, who would take the initiative to deliver wine to my door!

Li Ziye smiled, poured himself a glass of wine, and took a sip. To be honest, he didn't really like this drunkenness, it was too strong!

He is a gentle man and must always maintain his image as a humble gentleman.

Tell me, what do you want from me? After drinking your wine, I can promise to do a small thing for you.

Zhu Qingge drank the wine in the glass again, then glanced at the boy next to him and said bluntly.

I, the Li family, can do whatever the prince can do, so I won’t trouble the prince anymore.

Li Ziye continued to fill the wine for the former and said, Today, I am here just to invite the prince to have a drink. After all, if the prince is not in a bad mood today and comes here to drink, I, a commoner from a merchant family, want to get to know the prince, and

Not an easy task.

The Li family is happy to have you.

Zhu Qingge took a sip of strong wine, but did not drink it all this time, and commented calmly.

Thank you very much for your praise, His Royal Highness.

Li Ziye chuckled and said, Your Majesty, since the matter is a foregone conclusion, it is useless to be angry anymore. It is better to think about what to do next.

Do you know what I'm angry about? Zhu Qingge frowned.

Obvious.

Li Ziye picked up the wine glass, looked at the wine in the glass, slightly curved his mouth, and said, To be honest, His Majesty's engagement was beyond the expectations of most people, except for the Confucian sect.

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Ziye drank the wine in the glass in one gulp.

Suddenly, a burning sensation came, which stung the person's throat.

Confucianism?

Zhu Qingge was shocked when he heard the former's reminder. How could he have forgotten this matter?

If there is anyone in this world who can change His Majesty's decision, it is only the Confucian sect's master in the world, the Confucian leader!

Thank you for reminding!

Zhu Qingge came to his senses, immediately put down his wine glass, stood up and left.

Where is the prince going?

Li Ziye stretched out his hand, grabbed the former, and said.

Confucianism.

Zhu Qingge said.

Your Majesty, it's already dark.

Li Ziye smiled and said, even if he wants to go to Confucianism, at least he has to wait until early tomorrow morning, right?

Zhu Qingge looked startled, then looked at the already darkening sky outside. He had to sit down again, picked up the wine on the table and drank it all in one gulp, saying, "I'm sorry, I was too anxious."

Concern leads to chaos.

Li Ziye said calmly, Your Majesty, you have to be mentally prepared. It may not be that easy to meet the Confucian leader.

I see.

Zhu Qingge took the wine jar on the table, filled himself with wine, and then continued to drink without saying a word.

Li Ziye did not disturb him and drank quietly with him.

After a long time, the wine was empty. Zhu Qingge stood up and staggered.

Li Ziye stretched out his hand, supported the former, and said, "I'll take the prince back to his house."

Thank you.

Zhu Qingge rubbed his aching head and responded.

Li Ziye helped the former out of the Changhua Garden and immediately walked towards the Southwest Palace.

The streets at night are so quiet, losing the bustle during the day and everything returns to peace.

The two of them walked forward without saying much.

Li Ziye's purpose was really just to make friends with the Crown Prince of Southwest, because he knew very well that going too far would never be enough, and a good impression was enough to change many things.

Today, thank you very much, Brother Li!
To be continued...