"Miss, the man in the Imperial Garden today is very good-looking." Little Lingdang said with a cute look on her face.
Li Anlan snorted softly: "What's the use of being good-looking? He's just a baron. You don't have to obey his mercy."
When Li Shimin was still the King of Qin, he accidentally fell in love with Li Anlan, a maid of the Prince of Qin's palace. At that time, Li Shimin was in many crises, and because Li Anlan was a girl, he was naturally not taken seriously. Li Shimin didn't even know that he had a child for a long time.
Such a daughter.
A daughter who was not favored would naturally face difficulties from her servants in ancient times. Not to mention the fine clothes and food, she even had to eat the leftovers when she was hungry. From that time on, Li Anlan swore,
When you grow up, you must stop living like this.
Later, Li Shimin ascended the throne and became the emperor. When registering, someone remembered that there was such a princess. However, Li Anlan refused the canonization of the princess and lived alone in the harem. He even cultivated a vegetable field and lived a peaceful life.
To live a "secluded" life.
"But Miss, haven't you always said that if you want to get out of this deep palace, you have to marry? If you don't want to marry a good-looking one, then what kind of one do you want to marry?" Xiao Lingdang asked doubtfully.
Li Anlan put down the hoe in his hand and said to the little bell with a serious look.
"If a woman wants to live a life without looking at men's faces, she can't find someone smarter than herself. It's best to find someone who is stupid and has status. Only in this way can she control her."
"Miss, where can I find such a person?"
Li Anlan's eyes were deep: "It is probably very difficult to find such a person in the Tang Dynasty. The best way is to get married."
"Marriage? Miss, are you going to marry those barbarians?" Little Lingdang was shocked.
"What's wrong with a barbarian? He has strong limbs and a simple mind. That man is too smart. I can't suppress him."
........
The next day, Yun Ye went to the palace to meet Queen Changsun. When Yun Ye left, the smile on Queen Changsun's face was almost overflowing.
"Your Majesty, Yun Ye has just entered the palace. He has no special thoughts about An Lan. An Lan just looks like an old friend of his, so he has only met him twice."
Hearing this, Li Shimin also showed a satisfied smile on his face: "In that case, let's prepare for An Lan's canonization ceremony first."
"promise."
However, the couple was no longer calm, and Li Shimin was so angry that he almost demolished the Tai Chi Hall.
"What is going on in her mind? I have chosen such a good husband for her, but she doesn't agree and threatens me with death. Do you really think that I don't dare to kill her?"
Empress Changsun also had a headache. She originally thought that the matter was finalized and a good deal would be achieved soon. However, Li Anlan refused to marry her and even threatened her with death.
"Your Majesty, please be patient. This matter needs long-term consideration." Empress Changsun could only reassure her.
Li Shimin slammed the table: "What's the long-term plan? Do I still need to be threatened by her? I don't have only one daughter like this!"
"Your Majesty, you want to win over a man from Qin County through marriage. If you force someone to do something difficult, I'm afraid it will be counterproductive in the end. I think it's better to slow down this matter first."
Li Shimin also calmed down again. Indeed, if the marriage fails and Qin Hao is alienated from him in the end, then the gain will outweigh the loss.
"Damn it, come here, put that disobedient and unfilial bastard in the cold palace for me, and don't let her come out. I want to see how long she can be hardened!"
Empress Changsun opened her mouth, but finally swallowed the words, and it took a long time before she spoke again.
"Erlang, since An Lan refuses, why not choose a suitable man from Qin County among the important officials in the court?"
Li Shimin said a little irritably: "I have so many daughters, don't I have a suitable one?"
Empress Changsun thought for a long time: "In fact, if it takes another two years, Li Zhi will barely be able to leave the cabinet."
"Chang Le? This child has a dignified character. He will never be as disobedient to his father as her sister."
Mentioning his eldest daughter, Li Shimin's eyes flashed with tenderness. Li Lizhi had been deeply loved by him since she was a child. She was named Princess Changle when she was only seven years old. From her title, it is not difficult to see that Li Shimin has a deep love for this girl.
My daughter loves her to the core.
"It's just that, isn't Changle a little too young?"
Empress Changsun sighed, she naturally loved her first daughter very much, so why would she want her daughter to marry so early?
"If Your Majesty feels it is inappropriate, then I will..."
Before he finished speaking, Li Shimin raised his hand and interrupted: "That's all, the man in Qin County is good in appearance, conduct, talent, education, and everything. It's really hard to find a husband like this, so just be happy... You can have sex with her in private."
Let’s talk about it, after all, it’s up to her to be satisfied.”
Queen Changsun responded and was about to leave when she was stopped by Li Shimin again.
"You should also spread some rumors, lest those aristocratic families take the lead."
"Erlang attaches so much importance to this boy. How does his talent compare with that boy Yun Ye?"
"More than ten times better."
"It seems it's time to have a good talk with Changle."
Empress Changsun didn't have much contact with Qin Hao. She heard a lot of information from Yun Ye. At that time, she thought Yun Ye was a bit too boastful, but now even her husband, who has always been above the top, said so, so this must be
The son-in-law cannot be wrong.
In the harem, a group of little princesses are playing in the garden. These are all real princesses of the Tang Dynasty. The oldest among them is Li Lizhi, but she is only ten years old this year. As for the remaining Gaoyang and Jinyang, they are still
A bunch of little ones.
Just when they were having fun, they suddenly heard the palace maid shouting: "The Queen is here."
A group of little ones bowed down and saluted.
Empress Changsun smiled gently: "Well, everyone, please get up."
"Thank you, Queen."
"Thank you, Queen Mother."
Empress Changsun waved to Li Lizhi: "Changle, come here, my mother has something to tell you."
Li Lizhi was about to follow her obediently, when a little girl hugged Queen Changsun's calf and said in a sweet voice, "Does the Queen have something delicious that she wants to give to Sister Changle alone? The Queen is partial, and Little Douzi wants it too."
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Empress Changsun picked up the youngest daughter, lightly tapped her on the forehead, and said dotingly: "Little Si, don't make trouble, the queen has a lot of things."
There are important things to tell your sister."
"What can't we talk about here? Sister Changle and I are having a great time." Xiao Sizi pouted.
Li Lizhi glared at her sister: "Xiao Sizi, don't act nonsense, just wait here for your sister, or she won't take you to play in a while."
As the youngest daughter of Li Shimin and Empress Changsun, Xiao Sizi has been favored since she was a child, and she always feels a little bit confident when being favored. She has not been very afraid of her parents since she was a child, but this elder sister will give in to her as soon as she stares at them.
"oh."
Queen Changsun looked at the two sisters and felt satisfied from the bottom of her heart. In this life, she married the most powerful man in the world. The eldest son she gave birth to was made a prince. The other two sons were also crowned kings, and the two daughters were also crowned princes.
He is well-behaved and obedient, so what else is there to be dissatisfied with in life?
Li Lizhi was a little confused. She was just talking. Why should everyone be kept away? Even the personal maids could only stay outside.
Empress Changsun gently pulled up her daughter's hair by her ears, and said with some emotion: "In the blink of an eye, all the beauties in our family have become grown-ups."
"When you reach your age, it's time to make plans for the future."
"Mother..." Li Lizhi's cheeks were slightly hot, and she coquettishly held Empress Changsun's arm.
Empress Changsun smiled and patted her daughter's hand: "Okay, we are the only two here, mother and daughter, there is nothing to be shy about."
"To tell you the truth, your father is already making plans for you. Have you ever heard of Wannian County Man?"
Li Lizhi thought for a while: "I seem to have heard Yun Ye mention it a few times."
Last year, Yun Ye went to the palace to study with the prince, and Li Lizhi was also there at that time. She still has a deep memory of this somewhat cynical classmate.
"If you feel it's inappropriate, I'll go talk to your father right now..."
Before Empress Changsun could finish her words, Li Lizhi buried her face in her chest, too embarrassed to raise her head.
"Since ancient times, marriages have been ordered by parents and arranged by matchmakers. Naturally, daughters obey the arrangements of their father and mother."
After a long time, Li Lizhi said with a blushing face.
Empress Changsun looked at her daughter's tender face and couldn't help but think of the stubborn-looking Li Anlan.
"Don't worry, this man from Qin County has good looks and good conduct, and is capable of both literary and military skills. He will definitely be a rare and good husband."
"Oh, Queen Mother, little Sizi is still waiting for me. I won't tell you anymore."
Li Lizhi held up her skirt and ran out. Empress Changsun looked at her daughter's leaving figure with a doting smile on her face.
........
Then, Qin Hao was once again invited by Empress Changsun to the imperial garden of the harem. This time, Empress Changsun did not leave him to dry in the pavilion, but explained Li Anlan's situation very implicitly.
Qin Hao was not surprised, only Li Anlan could do this.
The strong-willed melon is not sweet, not to mention that he just feels that Li Anlan gives him a feeling of déjà vu. In terms of feelings, he has only met her once, so it is really impossible to talk about it.
Just when Qin Hao thought that the matter was over, Empress Changsun's words made him completely confused.
"I heard that boy Yun Ye said that the men in Qin County are all excellent at calligraphy and painting. I wonder if I can paint a painting for my daughter, Li Zhi."
Then, Qin Hao met the legendary Princess Changle. She looked pretty good, with long eyebrows and white teeth, bright eyes and good eyesight. She would definitely be a beauty in the future, but was she a little too young?
Qin Hao looked at Queen Changsun with suspicion.
Empress Changsun nodded slightly to Qin Hao, her meaning was obvious: Don't doubt it, yes, it's her.
Li Lizhi stood on the covered bridge, trying hard not to look in the direction of Qin Hao, but her curiosity couldn't be suppressed and made her peek over.
At just the first glance, Li Lizhi was already blushing and her heartbeat was beating.
"My mother didn't lie to me, he...is really good-looking."
In the pavilion, the palace maid was about to prepare pens, inks, paper and inkstones, but Qin Hao said to Empress Zhangsun: "Queen, compared to pen and ink paintings, I am better at sketching. Since I am painting for the princess, I should use my own painting method.
.”
"Oh? This was also taught by Mr. Xiaoyaozi?" Queen Changsun became interested.
"I only inherited one-tenth of the master's painting skills."
Qin Hao silently added another layer of BUFF to the non-existent Xiaoyaozi.
"So, I am a little curious about this sketch." Empress Changsun said with a smile.
"But I don't know what's the difference between this sketch and a pen and ink painting?"
Qin Hao said seriously: "Painting with pen and ink emphasizes artistic conception, while sketching pays more attention to details."
With that said, Qin Hao asked the palace maid to get a charcoal pen.
Seeing Qin Hao carefully sketching each stroke, Empress Changsun thought at first that Qin Hao was painting a talisman. But as the outline of the character gradually became clearer, she was surprised to find that the woman in the painting was so lifelike, as if she could walk out of the painting at any time.
Comes out the same.
"Queen, are you still able to catch your eye?"
Empress Changsun held the painting and said sincerely: "Earlier, that boy Yun Ye said that men from Qin County were excellent at calligraphy and painting. I was still doubtful. A man from Qin County can already establish a sect with his sketches alone."
"As long as the Queen likes it."
After seeing the person and finishing the painting, Qin Hao stood up and left. Empress Changsun nodded in agreement and asked her personal maid to escort Qin Hao to the palace gate.
After Li Lizhi on the covered bridge saw Qin Hao leaving, she was secretly relieved and a little disappointed at the same time. She didn't come back to her senses until the palace maid said that the queen had invited her over.
"How do you feel after seeing this? Did mother lie to you?" Queen Changsun saw her daughter's pretty face blushing and knew that it was done.
"Oh, Queen Mother."
Seeing that her daughter was so embarrassed, Empress Changsun stopped teasing her and handed the sketch drawn by Qin Hao to her daughter.
Li Lizhi was stunned as soon as she saw the painting. The strokes and lines outlined were not exactly her appearance. What surprised her most was that the strands of hair in the painting looked so real.
"He actually looked at it so carefully..."
At this time, the painter hiding aside also brought a painting. Empress Changsun asked him to paint it for Qin Hao. After all, Qin Hao could not always come to the harem and had to leave some thoughts for his daughter.
However, after Li Lizhi got the painting, she was not satisfied. It's not that the painting was not good. After all, he was a royal painter, and his skills were beyond words. Without Qin Hao's sketch for comparison, it would have been excellent.
Yes, but I’m afraid of comparing things with others.
"This painting is not as beautiful as his painting." Li Lizhi actually wanted to say that the painter did not portray Qin Hao's handsomeness carefully, but how could she have the nerve to say this.
The artist was a little unconvinced at first, but when he saw the sketch, he was shocked.
"Who made this painting?"
Empress Changsun said with a smile: "It was made by a man from Qin County."
"What do you think of this painting?"
"The lines may appear to be simple, but in fact they are as exquisite as workmanship. This person's painting techniques can already establish a sect, which makes me ashamed of myself."
Hearing this, Li Lizhi also showed a proud smile on her face, and silently rolled up the portrait of Qin Hao. Although it was not expressive enough, taking it out occasionally to take a look can...
After sending the painter away, Empress Changsun took her daughter's hand and said with emotion.
"Since you think there is no problem, then Queen Mother will go and report to your father. Don't be as unreasonable as your sister An Lan."