Da Tang Xiao Si Zi: I have a little pouch-like boy.

"Auxiliary Machine, do you really understand?" Li Shimin looked at the expressionless Changsun Wuji and felt that he didn't seem to understand at all.

"Your Majesty, I have already said that I will immediately write a memorial upon returning home to politely decline the princess's marriage proposal."

Changsun Wuji felt that Li Shimin was trying to destroy his spirit. He had already made it so clear, so why was he still pursuing it?

"Brother, you still don't understand." At this moment, Empress Zhangsun shook her head slightly and sighed.

“These materials are not fabricated; every household has verifiable records and their origins can be traced back to Chang’an City.”

"And these are just the tip of the iceberg. You should know how many people live in Chang'an. These figures are from a temporary survey conducted in just two or three days."

"My wife and I do want to cancel the engagement, but we have no intention of forcing anyone. We called you here to discuss it with you."

"After all, Lizhi will marry into the Changsun family in the future, and she will be the eldest son of the main branch. Her children will also be the eldest sons of the main branch of the Changsun family. If it is as described above, can you accept it, brother?"

"If my brother feels it's alright, then Lizhi can continue to marry Chong'er next year. My husband and I will have no objections!"

As Changsun Wuji listened to his sister's words, his expression gradually became serious.

Things don't seem to be as I thought...

Is this information authentic?

Thinking about all this, he picked up the pile of papers again and examined them carefully.

Name, age, characteristics, address, family background, everything is clearly stated on it.

If you're willing to put your mind to it, just follow the instructions above, and you'll find the right answer every time.

After a long while, Changsun Wuji finally raised his head and looked at Li Er and Changsun: "Is all of this true? You're not lying to me?"

Seeing his expression, Li Shimin knew that his brother-in-law had finally understood his meaning.

With a wave of his hand, he said, "Later, you can take these out of the palace, and then send people to check them one by one to see if I am deceiving you."

"Not only that, you can also send people to Chang'an City to investigate the situation of people who marry within three generations of maternal blood."

Now that things have come to this point, even if Changsun Wuji were stupid, he would know that the emperor wouldn't joke about such a thing.

He quickly stood up, bowed deeply, and said, "Your Majesty, I humbly request that you rescind your decree to marry the princess to my son."

Li Shimin glanced at Changsun, who immediately understood.

“Brother, perhaps it would be more appropriate for you to speak up about this matter.”

Changsun Wuji frowned, not understanding what this meant.

But in an instant, he understood what it meant.

The Tang Dynasty is now facing a population decline, and now this has been discovered: if the royal family takes the lead in canceling marriages between three generations of maternal relatives...

Then the emperor promulgated the law and documents throughout the land, informing everyone of this matter.

With the royal family setting an example, it would surely be of great benefit to population growth.

But the imperial edict was issued by Li Shimin, and the marriage was bestowed by him.

Letting him take it back now would be somewhat of a slap in the face for him.

It would be different if it were Changsun Wuji. With a stack of documents in his hand, he would have a clear and well-reasoned argument, and then he could say that he was thinking of the princess and the royal bloodline.

This way, they neither disgraced the imperial family nor damaged the reputation of the Changsun family.

It can also promote population growth, achieving multiple benefits at once!

Having understood this, Changsun Wuji stroked his beard and nodded, saying, "In that case, I know what to do."

Only then did he truly understand why the couple had called him here.

"In that case, I'll trouble you, Fuji. There's no need to rush. I'm still having people investigate the situation in Chang'an. You can also send some people to do the same, to gather more evidence so that we can convince the people of the world."

"Sir, obey the order."

Changsun Wuji understood that Li Shimin was afraid he wouldn't believe him, so he was giving him time to investigate further and put his mind at ease.

"Dad~ Mom~ I'm here~~"

"Ah~~ Uncle's here too~ Greetings, Uncle~"

The three had just finished discussing their business when they heard Si Zi's voice coming from outside the hall.

Turning around, I saw Sizi leading Chengyang inside with a big smile.

Upon seeing Changsun Wuji, the two quickly and respectfully bowed to him.

Changsun Wuji stood up with a smile and bowed to the two of them as well.

"Greetings, Princess Jinyang and Princess Chengyang."

"Brother, this is home, there's no need for this. They are juniors." Empress Zhangsun gave Zhangsun Wuji a reproachful look.

There's no need for the eldest uncle to bow to his niece when they're family.

"Rituals must not be abandoned, no matter where you are," Changsun Wuji said with a smile.

"Dad~ Mom~ My second sister and I are here to pay our respects. We're off to greet you all now~"

Having shown up and said hello, Xiao Sizi felt she had reported that she was safe and sound, so she prepared to leave and make preparations for going to Xiao Nangjun's place.

Li Shimin: "???"

Changsun: "???"

Changsun Wuji: “???”

Did this little girl come over just to say hello?

Especially the eldest grandson, this little girl always likes to pounce on him and cling to him whenever she sees him.

Today, he just shouted something from afar and then tried to run away.

There is weirdness.

Empress Zhangsun immediately sensed that something was wrong with the little girl.

So she quickly called out, "Wait, you little brat, why are you in such a hurry to go back? Running away as soon as you see your mother, that's not like you. Tell me, what are you planning to do?"

Sizi's eyes started darting around, and she pouted, looking elsewhere: "Nothing~ I'm just sleepy~ I want to go to sleep~"

Chengyang quickly lowered his head, fidgeting with his hands, looking very uncomfortable, as if he had done something wrong.

"Chengyang, tell me, what are you planning to do?" Seeing that Sizi was unwilling to tell the truth, Changsun immediately fixed his gaze on the usually honest Chengyang.

"No...it's nothing, it's just...my daughter wants to sleep with Sizi tonight."

Chengyang was a little flustered and stammered.

Although she didn't tell the truth, Changsun had already guessed what the two girls were up to from her words.

Li Lizhi had already told her that afternoon that Sizi had gone to Li Qin's place to stay last night.

Is this... an addiction? And they even brought Chengyang along!

"Oh? Alright then, you two can stay here in Lizheng Hall tonight and keep your mother company. It's been a long time since I've slept with you."

Changsun smiled slightly, directly putting the two little girls in a difficult position.

"Ah? No way~ I'm a big kid now~ I need to sleep alone~ I can't sleep with Mom~"

I've already made plans with Xiao Nang-kun, how can I stay at Lizheng Hall?

Besides, sleeping with my mother is nowhere near as comfortable as sleeping with my little boy!

My dear, it's not hot, the bed is so soft, it's so comfortable to sleep on!

"Hmm? Does Sizi not like Mother anymore? Doesn't he want to stay with Mother? If so, Mother will be very sad."

Changsun feigned sadness, instantly leaving Xiao Sizi and Chengyang dumbfounded.