The Unstoppable Sixth Prince

Chapter 45: Changing the Lanterns

Emperor Wen wanted to go to Yun Zheng's residence, and Yun Zheng could not possibly stop him.

After the city guard commander sent the horses to the Divine Martial Army, Emperor Wen, in a great mood, finally had people prepare to visit the residence of the Sixth Prince.

In the midst of his joy, Emperor Wen began to feel troubled again.

What should I give Old Liu as a reward?

It seems unreasonable not to offer some kind of reward after receiving several hundred excellent warhorses from the sixth brother.

But the rewards for the previous achievements of Old Liu haven't been given out yet, and now he has achieved something again!

At this moment, he didn't know how to reward him.

Just as Emperor Wen was troubled, Mu Shun followed up and reported to him through the curtain of the carriage, "Your Majesty, just now the courier from the post station came to report that His Highness the Sixth Prince has made Ban Bu so angry that he spat blood, and inquired whether we should send the imperial physician to take a look..."

"What?"

Emperor Wen suddenly lifted the curtain, "Can the sixth brother really make that old thief Banbu so angry he spits blood?"

"Yes!"

Mu Shun nodded.

"Hurry and tell me, what exactly is going on? Let me share in the joy as well."

The Emperor Wen was in high spirits, his smile particularly radiant.

In the battle of Shuo Bei, he was so enraged that he spat blood.

Today, Lao Liu avenged him!

Seeing the joyful expression on Emperor Wen's face, Mu Shun couldn't help but pause slightly.

Got it!

It seems there's no need to summon the imperial physician!

"The specific situation, this old servant is also not clear."

Mu Shun smiled, "How about I send someone to ask right now?"

"No need, let Lao Liu talk about it later!"

Emperor Wen waved his hand and frowned, saying, "The sixth has been making achievements continuously these past few days. Mu Shun, give me some advice. How should I reward the sixth?"

"I do not know, my old servant."

Mu Shun immediately replied.

He wouldn't dare to say such things carelessly.

The Emperor Wen shot Mu Shun a glare, "I told you to speak, so speak!"

Mu Shungan chuckled softly, pondered for a moment, and then tentatively said, "With the Sixth Prince's wedding approaching, perhaps His Majesty could bestow some treasures upon him."

"Nonsense!"

Emperor Wen was displeased and said, "We naturally must reward him with wealth, but how should we reward him? Based on the merits of the Sixth Prince, even a hundred thousand taels of gold would be considered little! But if I truly reward him with so much wealth, I fear I will be in pain for a long time."

Yun Zheng's contributions, to put it mildly, were to restore his and Da Qian's reputation, and also to procure rare warhorses for Da Qian.

To put it grandly, it is about reclaiming lost territory and turning the tide, saving Da Qian from falling into deep waters and scorching flames.

Such an achievement, merely rewarding with some material possessions, he himself felt was inadequate.

Mu Shun pondered for a moment and then said, "How about rewarding His Highness the Sixth with a minor official position?"

Official position?

Emperor Wen frowned.

The sixth brother's ability to achieve merit relies entirely on the ancient book he studied.

When it comes to civil governance and military prowess, the sixth brother really doesn't measure up.

Moreover, he only said yesterday that Lao Liu need not attend the morning assembly, and now he is rewarding him with an official position to participate in state affairs; this is truly inappropriate.

"Forget about the official position."

Emperor Wen waved his hand, "The sixth brother is not cut out for this."

"This..."

Mu Shun paused slightly, then : "That old servant doesn't know."

"Alright, alright, I'll just think for myself!"

Emperor Wen did not make things difficult for Mu Shun and simply let down the curtain.

This is truly a headache!

This jerk!

A delegation from Beihuan visited, and unexpectedly, he achieved three great accomplishments.

Is he asking me to repay the rewards he is owed from these past twenty years?

On the way, Emperor Wen was both happy and troubled.

After thinking for half a day, he still didn't know what to reward the sixth brother with.

Forget it, I'll ask Lao Liu later to see if he has any rewards he wants!

Before long, they arrived at the Sixth Prince's residence.

The Emperor Wen dismounted from his carriage and was about to enter the mansion when he paused at the entrance.

"Have someone change the lantern at the door!"

Emperor Wen instructed Yun Zheng, "This is still the residence of the Sixth Prince; don't make it so petty! Make it bright and spacious for me!"

"Yes..."

Yun Zheng agreed, but inwardly he couldn't help but complain.

This old fellow is quite a flashy character!

Upon entering the mansion, Emperor Wen cast a casual glance at the steward, nearly kicking him away several times.

Old Liu clearly won the bet, yet he still said that Old Liu's life was in imminent danger!

I was fully immersed in my own enthusiasm, only to be abruptly interrupted!

Spreading rumors without understanding the situation!

Forget it!

Let's use this as an excuse to transfer him away from Lao Liu!

Emperor Wen made up his mind and entered the residence amidst the respectful greetings of the crowd.

"Quickly tell me, what exactly is going on with your bet!"

As soon as Emperor Wen sat down, he eagerly began to inquire.

Say your sister!

I haven't even eaten yet!

Yun Zheng couldn't help but complain inwardly, then said, "It's rare for Father Emperor to come to my place. How about I have someone prepare some food and wine, and I can accompany you while we eat and talk?"

Emperor Wen wasn't hungry, but the thought of Ban Bu being so angered by Yun Zheng that he spat blood instantly brightened his mood. He nodded and said, "That's good!"

Upon seeing Emperor Wen's agreement, the servants in the manor immediately began to prepare food and wine.

While waiting for the dishes to be served, Emperor Wen went to the front courtyard and ordered someone to bring in Du Guiyuan and the other two.

Yun Zheng was about to follow, but Emperor Wen waved his hand, "You don't need to come along; I will talk to them alone."

"Yes!"

Yun Zheng stopped, secretly praying that this old fellow wouldn't undermine him!

He had already been swindled out of several hundred excellent warhorses by this old rascal; if this old trickster managed to poach Du Guiyuan and the others, he would truly be spitting blood.

"Commoner Du Guiyuan (Zuo Ren, Yu Shizhong), pays his respects to Your Majesty."

In the front courtyard, Du Guiyuan and the other two knelt on the ground to pay their respects to Emperor Wen.

"Get up!"

Emperor Wen lightly waved his hand and stared at Du Guiyuan, "Commander Du, do you still remember me?"

"The common people dare not forget."

Du Guiyuan replied respectfully.

Seeing Du Guiyuan, who had lost his former sharpness, Emperor Wen couldn't help but frown slightly. He then raised his eyes to Zuo Ren and Yu Shizhong, "So you were also soldiers of the Blood-Clothed Army?"

"Yes!"

The two quickly nodded.

The Emperor's sharp gaze swept over the three of them, and he asked softly, "Have you three grown cold-hearted, unwilling to serve Da Qian any longer?"

"The common people do not dare."

The three of them quickly shook their heads.

"Are you brave enough? Haven't you all left the army?"

Emperor Wen let out a soft sigh, "I am already aware of your matters! I will give you justice, and I will also give justice to those soldiers who bled and sacrificed for our Great Qian!"

"Your Majesty is wise! Thank you, Your Majesty!"

The three knelt down together once more.

Emperor Wen pondered silently for a moment, then sighed softly, "Since you are unwilling to remain in the army, I will not make it difficult for you. You may stay at the Sixth Prince's residence and serve him instead!"

"Yes!"

The three quickly agreed.

Just as they were speaking, Yun Li hurriedly brought people to Yun Zheng's residence.

As soon as I reached the door, I saw the people at Yun Zheng's residence changing the lanterns.

Yun Li felt a surge of joy in his heart; did Old Six really die?

Are you going to hang the white lanterns?

Upon seeing Yun Li, the servant who was changing shifts hurriedly climbed down and bowed, "I have seen the Third Prince."

"What are you doing?"

Yun Li looked at the lantern just taken down by the servant and inquired.

"The servant quickly replied, 'Your Majesty instructed me to change the lantern.'"

Was it personally instructed by Father Emperor?

Yun Li's heart was filled with unexpected joy.

It seems that Old Liu is really dead!

Yun Li immediately put on a look of sorrow and indignation, hurriedly running into the mansion.

As soon as he entered the front courtyard, Yun Li saw Emperor Wen and the three people kneeling before him, including Du Guiyuan.

Father, this is the crime of failing to protect the people of the Sixth Prince's residence!

Old Liu is really dead!

Yun Li laughed wildly in his heart, forcing out a few drops of tears, stumbling forward while pretending to cry out, "Father, please grieve less..."