Yixiu is reborn, fights against her elder sister, and becomes the queen mother

Jingcheng Restaurant

Prince Xun had a very good relationship with the Crown Prince, and as Su Chou was the Crown Prince's cousin, he was naturally very familiar with him.

Today, Longkodo went to see Prince Xun, hoping that he could mediate between him and Su Chou.

"I have always admired Lord Su's literary talent, but Lord Su is usually aloof and arrogant, so I have never had the chance to meet him. It's a pity! If there is a prince who can act as a matchmaker, perhaps he can give me some face for his sake."

Prince Xun was no fool. He patted Longkodo on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Uncle Longkodo, you're not up to any bad ideas, are you? I'm telling you, my brother is in good health! Don't listen to what outsiders say, or you'll provoke my brother's wrath!"

Now, the emperor is in poor health, and the prince has been regent for such a long time without making any mistakes, so many ministers in the court began to show their courtesy to the prince.

Prince Xun originally thought that they were just some small-time people who were trying to curry favor with the powerful and were nothing special. He didn't expect that Longkodo would specially ask him out today just to ask him to introduce Su Chou to him.

Everyone in the world knows that Su Chou is the prince's cousin. By doing this, isn't Longkodo's attempt to blatantly surrender to the prince?

Longkodo twirled his beard and smiled, "Your Highness, you're joking. When have I ever lied to you in all these years?"

The Empress Dowager had repeatedly told Prince Xun that Longkodo was her confidant and an elder, and he must respect him.

Because of the Empress Dowager, although Prince Xun was somewhat reluctant, he still recommended Su Chou to Longkodo.

Su Chou didn't want to go at first, but then he thought of the old fox Longkodo, who always knew that he didn't want to go to these gatherings outside, but now he had asked him out for no reason. It was obvious that he had some plan.

Su Chou told the prince to be careful of Longkodo, then left the East Palace and rushed to the restaurant.

Everyone still needs to save face.

Su Chou bowed to Prince Xun and said, "This humble official pays his respects to His Majesty."

He turned to look at Longkodo again, "Lord Longkodo is here too?"

Longkodo nodded to Su Chou, and Prince Xun smiled and said, "My uncle has always admired Lord Su's talent, and today he specially asked me to introduce him to you."

Su Chou was admitted through the imperial examination. Although his talent and knowledge were not the best among the ministers in the court, he was definitely impressive.

This excuse is quite reasonable.

Su Chou raised the corner of his lips lightly, "Lord Longkodo, you are joking. I just know a little bit of poetry and prose, it's nothing."

During this time, Prince Xun kept finding topics for the two of them to talk about, and the atmosphere was quite lively.

After three rounds of drinks, Prince Xun was almost unable to hold on any longer. Longkodo took the opportunity to suggest that someone take Prince Xun to a private room in the restaurant to sleep for a while.

There were only Su Chou and Longkodo at the table. Su Chou's expression remained unchanged as he looked at Longkodo with a playful tone:

"Lord Longkodo went to so much trouble to invite me here. Could it be that he really just admires my talent and wants to make some friends?"

Longkodo tutted his words and couldn't help laughing when he saw Su Chou, who didn't even bother to pretend.

"It's said that Lord Su is a very straightforward person. Today, I see that it's indeed true. If that's the case, I won't beat around the bush with you."

After saying that, Longkodo took out an envelope from his arms and handed it to Su Chou.

"This is a portrait that my people sent from the northwest. I think the person in this portrait should be very familiar to Lord Su, right?"

Su Chou tapped his fingertips on the table. He slowly opened the envelope and said with a smile:

"I never thought that Lord Longkodo, a mere civil official, would have such connections in the frontier. How impressive!"

He opened the envelope and found a portrait of Nian Gengyao inside.

Su Chou feigned confusion as he returned the portrait. "Is Lord Longkodo drunk and confused? Isn't this Nian Gengyao, the man executed by the Emperor?"

Long Keduo shook his head and chuckled, "At this point, Lord Su, there's no need to play dumb with me. You and the Crown Prince must have arranged for this man to be sent in. I wonder what the Emperor's attitude would be if he knew that Nian Gengyao, who had been sentenced to death, had suddenly returned from the dead and appeared in the Northwest Army."

Su Chou raised his eyebrows, his tone as cold as iron: "Sir Longkodo, tell me what you want first!"

Longkodo chuckled, his old face full of determination.

"Please rest assured, Lord Su, this letter will not reach the Emperor. I have served as a minister for so many years, and naturally I understand the ways of a minister. The Crown Prince's succession to the throne is a foregone conclusion. Why should I offend the future Emperor at this time?"

Seeing that Su Chou didn't say anything, Longkodo continued to smile and said, "I am old and have one foot in the coffin. In fact, at my age, all I want is a good future for my descendants. The emperor changes his ministers in each dynasty. Now the emperor is willing to give me some face and treat me as his uncle, but when I die one day, this Tong Jia family..."

Su Chou spoke in a leisurely tone, then bluntly pointed out, "Lord Longkodo, do you mean to hope that the Crown Prince will treat the Tong family well after he ascends the throne? That's not difficult."

Longkodo smiled and shook his head. "I prefer tangible things to empty promises. I have a granddaughter at home, only 28 years old. While not stunningly beautiful, she's still quite attractive. She's been meticulously taught how to play the piano, chess, calligraphy, and painting, manage household affairs, and even do needlework. She's proficient in everything."

Longkodo said this with a smile while secretly observing Su Chou's expression.

"I feel that my granddaughter is of a suitable age for the prince. If they can become a good match, I will be relieved."

Su Chou was really impressed by this old guy. This old guy was really smart. No matter what the prince promised him now, he could take it back in the future.

But if she marries Longkodo's granddaughter as her legitimate wife, she will become the queen in the future. This Longkodo is really...

Su Chou hesitated for a moment, but did not refuse immediately. Instead, he pushed the words back.

"Although I am the Crown Prince's cousin, there is still a difference between the monarch and his subjects. I cannot make decisions for His Royal Highness. Moreover, the Crown Prince's marriage must be approved by the Emperor."

Longkodo continued with a smile, "As long as the Crown Prince is determined to marry, coupled with the abilities of this old man and Lord Su, and the help of the Empress Dowager and the Empress in the palace, it won't be a difficult task."

Su Chou twitched the corner of his mouth, frowned slightly and said, "No matter what, I still need to ask His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for his opinion on this matter."

Longkodo knew that this matter could not be rushed. He smiled and said to Su Chou, "Then I will wait for the good news from Master Su."