Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

Cheng Yaojin could accept a promising young talent like Xi Junmai, even if he came from a poor family.

The Right Guard General, the Grand Commander of Sishui Road and the Left Thousand Bull Commander of the Eastern Palace, any one of these positions is the one that countless military generals dream of.

You should know that Du Huaigong, the son-in-law of Duke Yingguo Li Ji, is now just a small seventh-rank official.

Hou Junji's second future son-in-law, Pei Xingjian, has just been promoted to the fifth rank of Langzhong of the Sifengsi.

As for the daughter of the charcoal-headed Yuchi Gong, the person she married was even worse. None of the names of his sons-in-law were pleasing to Cheng Yaojin.

In addition to Xi Junmai who is quite capable, Du He and Crown Prince Li Chengqian who promoted him are even more capable.

Cheng Yaojin was extremely satisfied that Xi Jun had found such a good son-in-law, who was hard to find even with a lantern.

As for Cui, who was sitting next to Cheng Yaojin, although she was not clear about Xi Junmai's ability and background, she knew that the shrewd master would agree, so he must be someone she could rely on.

Moreover, the fact that the prince came to propose marriage to her proves that Xi Junmai has considerable influence in the Eastern Palace.

So she nodded, smiled and spoke softly.

"Since the master agrees, I will naturally support it."

Li Chengqian didn't expect that the purpose of this trip would be achieved so easily. He nodded and said with an excited smile.

"Since Duke Lu and Madam Cheng both agree to this marriage, then let's finalize it!"

"If Junmai knew this good news, he would be so excited that he couldn't sleep all night."

Hearing what Li Chengqian said, Cheng Yaojin also laughed out loud.

"Hahaha~"

Looking at Cheng Yaojin, whose big face was laughing, Du He's expression paused slightly and he couldn't help but stare in astonishment.

When they were chatting at the gate just now, Cheng Yaojin was pretending and looked a little unhappy at first.

He now directly exposed his inner thoughts, and it was unclear whether he was happy to have found a good son-in-law or because the old girl in his family was finally married.

After Cheng Yaojin calmed down a little, Li Chengqian continued.

"Lord Lu, Xi Junmai will be taking up his post in Sishui Road after the new year. I suggest that we hold a wedding banquet before Xi Junmai takes up his post."

"When the time comes, they can go to Sishui Road together as a couple, and they can rely on each other, without having to worry about each other because of the separation."

The Sishui Road is thousands of miles away, and without the summons from his father, he can only return to Chang'an to report on his work at the end of the year.

If Xi Junmai and Cheng Ying are not married as soon as possible, the wedding date may be delayed to an unknown time.

Cheng Yaojin immediately patted his chest and said, "Your Highness, what you said makes sense. Tomorrow I will go to the Grand Historian Yuan Tiangang for divination and choose an auspicious date as soon as possible!"

"If there are good days these days, try to get married before the New Year."

Just as Cheng Yaojin patted his chest and agreed, Cui's expression changed slightly, and her hands on her legs were clenched tightly.

The words "Sishui Road" have been lingering in her mind.

In her opinion, wouldn't it be worse for her future son-in-law to take up the post in Sishui Road than to be exiled to Lingnan?

Cui gritted her teeth and muttered secretly in her heart.

"Cheng Yaojin, wait and see how I'm going to deal with you later!"

She thought the prince came to propose marriage to recommend a good husband, but she didn't expect this result. She was really bitter and couldn't say anything.

It’s a bit too early to agree!

When Li Chengqian saw Cheng Yaojin being so straightforward, the smile on his face became even bigger.

He said with emotion: "Duke Lu is indeed a military man. He is resolute and decisive in his work. I admire him!"

Cheng Yaojin waved his hand and said, "Your Highness, I am too kind. I am just a rough man."

In fact, he was not a rough man at all. His ancestors were all Sima of a state, and they belonged to a family of officials who were not as good as the others but better than the others.

Moreover, his second wife, Cui, was from the Qinghe Cui family, a prominent family that had prospered for a hundred years.

The reason why he was so anxious was because Xi Junmai had to take up his post shortly after Yuanzheng, and would not have time to worry about the wedding banquet.

Although Cui was dissatisfied with her master's casualness, as a woman, she could not say much in front of the prince.

The business had been completed, and Li Chengqian did not stay in Duke Lu's mansion for long. Instead, he stood up with the help of his cane and said goodbye.

"Duke Lu, Madam Cheng, I have some things to deal with in the East Palace, so I will go back first."

"We'll have a drink and chat again when we have a chance."

Cheng Yaojin also knew that both Li Chengqian and his own identities were sensitive. If the prince stayed here for too long, it might cause misunderstanding to His Majesty.

So he said politely, "Your Highness, I am ashamed of my poor hospitality today."

"When my daughter and Mr. Xi get married, I will treat you to a drink!"

Cheng Yaojin knew the young man Xi Junmai quite well and knew that he was currently living in a house provided by the court.

In addition, Xi Junmai's parents had passed away and he had no relatives in Chang'an.

Therefore, when the wedding banquet is held, it should be held in Duke Lu's mansion, and the main purpose of the banquet will be to entertain his relatives and friends.

"it is good!"

Li Chengqian nodded, then got on the sedan chair carried in by his personal guards and left.

Du He, the instigator of the incident, bowed to Cheng Yaojin and Cui Shi after seeing Li Chengqian leave the hall.

"Uncle Cheng, Madam Cheng, my nephew has also gone back."

Cheng Yaojin pretended to be angry and said, "Du He, if you want to take advantage of me in the future, you'd better tell me in advance so that I can be mentally prepared."

"If I'm not satisfied with Xi Junmai, I'd definitely give you a good beating!"

When he walked into the lobby just now, he had already noticed the change in the prince's expression, and he knew in his heart that Du He was the mastermind behind the scenes.

This kid may be young, but his thoughts are not simple at all.

Du He smiled and said, "Duke Lu taught me that if I want to cheat you in the future, I will definitely tell you first."

"It's getting late, so I'll take my leave first."

As soon as he finished speaking, Du He quickly left.

Cheng Yaojin looked at Du He's quickly leaving figure, and a faint smile appeared on his face.

"This little fox is getting bolder and bolder!"

Just as Cheng Yaojin was muttering, Cui grabbed his ear and questioned him with gritted teeth.

"Master, where does this Xi Junmai come from?"

"You're marrying off the baby now without thinking twice. You better introduce this Xi Junmai to me!"

The prince and Du He were present just now, and she had to maintain her virtuous image, so she let out her pent-up anger.

"It hurts, it hurts, madam, please be gentler." Cheng Yaojin begged for mercy in pain.

Even though he was a troublemaker outside, he was still disciplined at home by his wife who came from a prominent family and gave birth to four tall children for him.

"Humph!"

Cui snorted softly, then let go of her hand and said coldly.

"Don't give me that frivolous smile, tell me the truth!"

"If the baby marries Xi Junmai and then lives in Sishui Road, which is a long way from home, wouldn't it be very difficult for me to see the baby?"