Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 5135 Long Yan’s Joy
Lun Qinling stood in front of Chengtian Gate, gazing up at the tall and majestic gate, with unstoppable admiration and reverence in his heart, like a mayfly seeing the blue sky.

Today was not a court meeting, but there were still several officials waiting outside Chengtian Gate for an audience. Seeing that Lun Qinling looked very different and unfamiliar, they could not help but whisper and wonder which Hu tribe member had come to the capital to see the emperor and beg for the Tang Dynasty to confer him an imperial title...

When he went up to ask, he found out that he was Lu Dongzan's son and was quite surprised.

"So you are the second son of the Tubo Great Theory. I am so sorry for your disrespect."

"In the previous battle with Tubo, you led your army alone deep into the enemy territory and won every battle. Your reputation has long been known all over the world! It is a great honor to meet you today!"

The officials expressed their respect.

In fact, the name "Lun Qinling" is not well-known within the territory of the Tang Dynasty, but it is well-known among officials of a certain rank. After all, leading an isolated army to defeat Songtsen Gampo and even killing his heir in the battle is not something that everyone can do.

The assistance from the Tang Dynasty was certainly important, but Qin Ling's own tactics and strategies were also widely praised, and he was already known as the "first famous general of Tubo"...

Lun Qinling smiled modestly, and responded according to the Tang etiquette he had learned beforehand. He spoke modestly, without a trace of barbarism in his body. Instead, he looked like a well-read, well-mannered young man from an aristocratic family.

After exchanging greetings with everyone, we exchanged business cards and agreed to visit each other in our spare time.

Drink with him, give him a generous gift, maybe someone among them can become his invisible connection in Chang'an...

The gate opened and a eunuch came out to lead the group into the Taiji Palace.

Walking in the palace, you can see the towering and majestic palaces. It seems that an invisible pressure emanates from various buildings, which makes people terrified and impressed.

When they arrived outside the Wude Hall, the eunuch signaled the others to wait outside the hall and invited Lun Qinling into the hall first.

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With his feet on the carpet with gorgeous patterns and his nose filled with the faint scent of sandalwood, Lun Qinling lowered his eyebrows and followed the eunuch into the imperial study at the back of the Wude Hall.

After entering the imperial study and standing still, the eunuch said respectfully, "Your Majesty, Lun Qinling of the Gar tribe is here to see you."

Lun Qinling quickly bowed to the ground according to Han Chinese etiquette: "As a foreigner, I am here to see His Majesty the Emperor of the Great Tang Dynasty. I wish His Majesty great fortune and a long life!"

A slightly feminine voice sounded beside my ears: "My dear, there is no need to be polite. Please stand up and take a seat!"

A eunuch brought a stool.

Lun Qinling bowed again: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Then he sat down carefully and raised his head.

In front of him was a large, sturdy imperial desk with intricate patterns. There was not much decoration on it. There was a tall pile of articles and memorials, a writing brush and a brush wash, and a golden copper incense burner emitting a faint smoke. On both sides of the desk stood two burly eunuchs.

Behind the imperial desk, sat a slightly plump young man wearing a bright yellow robe embroidered with a dragon.

There were two other eunuchs standing behind him with their heads bowed.

An indescribable pressure came from the six eunuchs in the imperial study. Six pairs of eyes looked over without blinking, their gleams full of murderous intent.

Lun Qinling felt that if he dared to stand up and assassinate the emperor, he would be captured alive by these six eunuchs and chopped into pieces in the next moment...

The Zamp also had such attendants who were proficient in secret techniques and good at assassination. These eunuchs were obviously the last line of defense when the emperor summoned foreign officials.

Lun Qinling certainly would not do such a stupid thing as "assassinating the king and killing the emperor". For a country like the Tang Dynasty with a strict national structure, what's the point of killing an emperor? Even if they succeeded in killing one, they could immediately establish another one. As long as the court structure remained stable, there would not be much loss.

On the contrary, if Songtsen Gampo was assassinated, the entire Tubo would fall into chaos in an instant, or even fall apart...

All kinds of strange thoughts popped up in my mind uncontrollably, and I heard the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty whispering softly, "I am very pleased that you have come all the way to Chang'an. The Tang Dynasty and the Gar tribe are very close, but I wonder how your people are doing now?"

Lun Qinling's heart tightened. Was this simply an expression of condolences from the supreme emperor, or a show of power?

His mind turned, and he did not dare to hesitate, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty's benevolence has benefited the people. The Gar tribe has also been deeply blessed by the emperor. Since relying on the Tang Dynasty, it has received various assistance. The hard life of the tribe has been greatly improved. The whole tribe is grateful for your majesty's kindness."

Li Chengqian smiled and nodded slightly: "The Tang Dynasty and the Gar Tribe are close neighbors and we should support and help each other. Now that the Gar Tribe needs the Tang Dynasty's assistance, the Tang Dynasty will naturally do its best. If the Tang Dynasty needs the Gar Tribe's help in the future, I hope the Gar Tribe will spare no effort and go all out."

"What your Majesty said is true."

Li Chengqian took a sip of tea and asked with a smile: "Qinling's name has long been famous in the Tang Dynasty. His victory in the battle against Tubo was so glorious that it was well-known throughout the world. I just wonder when he will return to Fushi City after coming to Chang'an to pay homage?"

Hearing this, Lun Qinling stood up, knelt on the ground, and performed the most solemn and sacred etiquette of the Tibetans: "All the way here, the splendor of the prosperous Tang Dynasty has permeated my heart and I yearn for it infinitely. I only hope that His Majesty the Emperor will be kind and allow me to become a naturalized Tang citizen and live in Chang'an for a long time, so that a barbarian can become a true Tang person."

This is the case with the people of a small country. Even if they are sent to the Tang Dynasty as hostages, they must express their "infinite yearning" for the country. It is they who beg to come to Chang'an as "hostages", not the Tang Dynasty that has detained them as "hostages"...

There is a world of difference between being active and being passive, which at the very least directly affects his status and treatment in the Tang Dynasty.

As expected, Li Chengqian was very happy and waved his hand to let him stand up: "If the barbarians enter China, they are Chinese. Since they have entered China, how can they be barbarians? My dear minister, you are both civil and military. If you can serve the Tang Dynasty, I will be very happy to get a helping hand!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Lun Qinling did not stand up, but took out a gift from his arms.

However, just as he made this move and put his hand into his arms, he felt an invisible pressure pouring down on him. Looking at the back of his eyes, he saw the four eunuchs on both sides of the imperial desk stepped forward together, staring at him with a fierce look, ready to pounce on him and tear him to pieces if he made the slightest movement.

Lun Qinling quickly raised the gift with both hands and said loudly: "I heard that Your Majesty has a son, so I specially prepared a gift to present to Your Majesty. I wish the little prince good health and longevity!"

Li Chengqian asked: "What gift is it? Present it!"

A eunuch stepped forward quickly, took the gift from Lun Qinling, and placed it on the imperial desk with both hands. A eunuch behind Li Chengqian stepped forward, opened the package, and took out the gift.

Li Chengqian looked curiously and saw that it was an oval dark green jade stone, with a human figure carved out of it using its natural patterns...

"This is a sacred object of the Red Palace, carved from Medicine King Stone. The figure on it is the Tibetan hero 'Gesan'er. 'Gesan'er is an unparalleled king in Tibetan legends, who led the people to defeat powerful enemies and benefited the people. I hope that the little prince will also be able to be a hero of the Tang Dynasty in the future!"

"Hoping your son will become a dragon" is the highest dream in every father's heart, especially for an emperor who rules the world and is wealthy. What could be better than an outstanding son?

Now that the little prince has just been born, we wish him the best, hoping that he will achieve great achievements and go down in history...

This shot naturally hit the spot that made Li Chengqian happy, and was more to his liking than any other treasures.

Li Chengqian was very pleased and asked the eunuch to bring it to his eyes. He held it up and admired it for a while, then asked the eunuch to put it away.

He signaled the eunuch to help Lun Qinling up, thought for a moment, and said, "I still need to discuss with the ministers about your placement. You can stay here peacefully and have fun in Chang'an for a few days. I will inform you when a definite decision is made."

"I came to Chang'an because I have long admired the splendor of the Tang Dynasty, not for promotion. No matter what arrangement is made, I will gladly accept it."

Now that I have decided on my position, I naturally have to correct my attitude: I am not only here to be a hostage, but also to be your subject. I will gladly accept any position you assign to me and will be grateful for your grace!

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After Lun Qinling walked out, Li Chengqian took a sip of tea and snorted, "Since ancient times, when the royal bloodline was prosperous, all the civil and military officials in the court were overjoyed. But now that Concubine Shen has given birth to a prince for me, I don't know how many ministers are mourning their parents and advocating for the royal family to seize the throne. They are not even as good as a foreign barbarian. This is simply too much!"

The eunuchs on both sides lowered their heads and dared not say a word.

The rules were set at the beginning of the Tang Dynasty. Not only were the harems not allowed to interfere in politics, but eunuchs were also strictly prohibited from coveting government affairs!
Even Wang De, the "number one eunuch", avoided government affairs like the plague, let alone others?
Li Chengqian slammed the table angrily. He has always had a good temper and a soft personality, but he also has a weak spot, which is the majesty of the imperial power that cannot be violated!
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East Palace, Lizheng Hall.

Queen Su was kneeling in the flower room in the back hall, her hair was covered with pearls and jade, her slender waist was straight, her round hips were graceful and charming, and her exquisite makeup added a bit of coolness and reserve. Her eyes were lowered, and her slender white hands held the white porcelain teacup against her rosy lips, and she sipped tea in small sips.

Changle and Jinyang sat beside them. Princess Jinyang was wearing a lake green palace dress. She took a bite of a small piece of cake. She had a beautiful face and dignified manners. The smart and clever little princess in the past has now gradually shed her youthfulness and become more charming. At first glance, she is so beautiful that she can topple a country.

Changle was still dressed in a blue Taoist robe, simple, graceful, and unparalleled in beauty...

At this moment, she was whispering, "Your Majesty does favor Concubine Shen a little, but after all, she just gave birth to a prince for Your Majesty, so it is only natural to give her a little more respect."

Queen Su put down her teacup and turned to look at Princess Changle: "Will your husband ignore his wives and concubines just because you gave birth to a son for him?"

Changle: "..."

I'm talking about you, why am I talking about you?