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Princess Changle
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Among Li Shimin's generals, Cheng Yaojin's contribution wasn't the most outstanding, especially not as outstanding as Yuchi Jingde's.
However, among the generals that Li Shimin trusted the most, Cheng Yaojin's name was definitely one of them.
Therefore, this time, Cheng Yaojin shouldered the heavy responsibility of protecting Li Shimin and Empress Zhangsun.
From the outside, Cheng Yaojin looked like a boorish man, but those who were familiar with him knew that he was a general who was good at planning.
His rough appearance was his best disguise.
Deep down, Cheng Yaojin didn't want to see Li Shiming leave the palace with so few guards, especially when the Crown Prince had been assassinated the day before.
Even with the protection of the black-armored army and the Thousand Bull Guards, Cheng Yaojin still felt that the danger was extremely high.
However, he couldn't change Li Shiming's mind, so he could only brace himself and take on the responsibility of protecting him. However, deep in his heart, he already had a small grudge against Yuan Tiangang and Yang Qian, whom Li Shiming insisted on visiting.
Fortunately, the journey was smooth. After half an hour, Li Shimin's black horse carriage arrived at the gate of the Qingxu Monastery.
By the time Li Shimin arrived, Ju De Lane was already under the control of the Black Armored Army and the Thousand Bull Guards. All the shops had to temporarily close down, and the people were not allowed to go out at will.
To the residents of Ju De Lane, this was a bit of a nuisance. However, when they saw that it was the Mysterious Armor Army and the Thousand Bull Guards who were carrying out the mission, not only did they not complain, but they were also very excited-a big shot had arrived at Ju De Lane!
This was a great thing. He would have another topic to brag about in the future.
"Your Majesty, we have successfully arrived at the Qingxu Temple!”
Cheng Yaojin finally heaved a sigh of relief when he saw that the road was safe and sound.
"I understand. Get out of the car." Li Shi Min's dignified voice came from the carriage.
Soon, the coachman got out of the carriage, put down the wooden stool, and respectfully pulled open the curtain.
The first to get out of the car was Li Shimin, who was dressed in casual clothes. This Emperor of the Great Tang was dressed in casual clothes, and his eyes were like torches.
Cheng Yaojin jumped down from the horse and handed the mount to his subordinate. He walked to Li Shimin's side and protected him.
Li Shimin did not walk directly into the Qingxu Temple. Instead, he turned around and helped the pregnant Empress Zhangsun out of the car.
Although Empress Zhangsun was five or six months pregnant, she still maintained a gentle and dignified posture. Her clothes were elegant and generous.
"Thank you, Second Brother."
Empress Zhangsun was delighted to see Li Shimin helping her out of the car in public, not afraid of being affected at all.
Cheng Yaojin pretended not to see anything.
Li Shimin nodded slightly and did not respond to Empress Zhangsun. Instead, he said to the carriage," Lizhi, get out of the car. Otherwise, Father will not wait for you."”
" Ah, Father, Mother, don't go, wait for me…"
As the voice rang out like a silver bell, a beautiful girl with snow-white skin and wearing an elegant waist-length dress jumped out of the carriage. It was Princess Changle, Li Lizhi.
Princess Li Lizhi had inherited all the good qualities of Li Shiming and Empress Zhangsun. Her features were exquisite, elegant, and dignified. Her eyes were bright, and she was as beautiful as an elf.
Although she was only eight years old, she had already revealed a stunning bearing that could turn all living beings upside down.
Li Shimin didn't want to bring Princess Changle to Qingxu Temple, but Li Lizhi kept nagging him that she wanted to see the young Taoist priest who saved Li Chengqian's life.
In the beginning, Li Shiming could still stick to his principles, but later he really couldn't bear to deal with this most favored little demon, so he had to agree to her request.
Before they set off, Li Shimin warned Li Lizhi not to speak carelessly after entering the Taoist temple.
Li Lizhi agreed, and Li Shimin took her out of the palace.
"Lizhi, remember what you promised.”Li Shi Min said with his hands behind his back.
"I know, Father! I'll just watch and not say anything later!"
Li Lizhi pouted and looked around curiously.
She grew up in the palace and rarely came out, so she was curious about everything.
This was the real reason why Li Lizhi begged to go out with them. She just wanted to come out and play.
" Lizhi, how can you speak to my father like that? Pay attention to your manners…" Empress Zhangsun warned in a deep voice.
Li Lizhi was not afraid of her father, Li Shiming, but she was very afraid of her mother, Empress Zhangsun. After hearing her words, she instantly became a little scared.
Li Shimin waved his hand to stop Empress Zhangsun from lecturing Li Lizhi." Forget it, Guanyin Maid. It's rare for you to come out. Let's put aside those rules for the time being and let Changle live a little more freely."”
Empress Zhangsun didn't dare to go against Li Shimin's wishes. She sighed and stroked her belly." Second brother, you will spoil Changle."”
"So be it. I, Li Shiming, can do whatever I want with my daughter. Who dares to have any objections?”Li Shi Min said half-jokingly.
Empress Zhangsun opened her mouth and thought, I'm afraid she won't even listen to you when the time comes…
However, Empress Zhangsun did not dare to say such words to Li Shimin's face.
As the family of three chatted and laughed, they had already walked through the gate of the Qingxu Monastery. Cheng Yaojin brought a few guards with him and protected them.
There were also more than ten guards carrying all kinds of gift boxes and following behind the team.
On the square in front of the main hall of the Qingxu Temple, more than a dozen Taoist priests dressed in neat Taoist robes lined up neatly to welcome the emperor respectfully.
These were all ordinary Daoists who cultivated in the Qingxu Temple. Yuan Tiangang, Li Chunfeng, and Yang Qian were not in the queue.
"Your humble servant Li Chunfeng greets Your Majesty, Empress, Princess!”
Li Chunfeng walked out of the main hall and greeted Li Shiming and his family excitedly.
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