The Zhangsun family was also considered a prominent family. Zhangsun Wugou was the daughter of a famous family. Under normal circumstances, she would at least be married to a noble.
Li Xuanlie didn't believe that she would willingly become his concubine.
As long as Zhangsun Wugou said that he was unwilling, he could use this as a reason to reject Li Yuan's 'kindheartedness.'
"Then…then summon Zhangsun Wugou into the palace.”
Li Yuan hesitated for a moment before nodding.
He knew his son's character the best. It was already disadvantageous for him to make such a concession.
If he couldn't even satisfy this request, it wouldn't be worth it if he really forced Li Xuanlie into a corner and hurt the harmony between father and son.
The eunuch rushed out of the palace and headed to the Zhangsun Clan to deliver the decree.
An hour later, a figure dressed in snow-white entered the hall.
The moment Zhangsun Wugou appeared in the Dew Palace, he was like a rainbow that illuminated the entire hall.
Li Xuanlie hadn't paid much attention to them that day, but now that they had met again, he couldn't help but take a few more glances.
Only now did he realize that this Zhangsun Wugou was truly incomparably beautiful, like a beauty that had walked out of a painting.
Her reputation as the number one beauty of the East Capital was indeed well-deserved.
Li Xiu Ning's beauty was valiant and graceful.
As for this Zhangsun Wugou, he was gentle and demure, dignified and beautiful. The two of them had their own merits.
"My daughter Wugou greets Your Majesty ~~"
Zhangsun Wugou knelt down and bowed in front of the emperor.
Li Yuan waved his hand, indicating for him to stand up.
Zhangsun Wugou finally stood up and turned to look at Li Xuanlie.
At this moment, the young king's gaze landed on her.
Their eyes met.
Zhangsun Wugou's heart skipped a beat, and his snowy face was tinged with a faint glow. He couldn't help but look away.
"Zhangsun girl, I summoned you here to ask you a question. You have to answer truthfully.”
Li Yuan said with a gentle smile on his dragon throne.
"Your Majesty, please ask," Zhangsun Wugou hurriedly said."This subject's daughter will naturally tell the truth.”
Li Yuan pointed at Li Xuanlie." This is the person I want to bestow you to. My good son, Li Xuanlie. I just want to ask you one thing. Are you willing to enter King Reliance's estate and become his concubine?”
Zhangsun Wugou's body trembled, and his face instantly turned red, his eyes filled with embarrassment.
She had guessed many possibilities, but she never expected that she would be questioned by the emperor like this when she was summoned to the palace.
Although the people of the Great Tang were civilized, she was still a woman. How could she not feel embarrassed to be asked such a question in public?
"Miss Zhangsun, you only need to answer according to your heart. This Prince swears that no matter what your answer is, you and your Zhangsun Clan will be safe.”
Li Xuanlie looked at her and made a promise.
What he meant was that Zhangsun Wugou did not need to give a wise answer just because he was afraid of going against Li Yuan's will.
I, Li Xuanlie, will protect you. Even if the sky falls, I will carry it for you.
Li Yuan couldn't help but frown. He coughed a few times, wanting to give Zhangsun Wugou a hint, but he couldn't be too obvious in front of Li Xuanlie.
At this moment, he suddenly regretted agreeing to Li Xuanlie's request.
The Zhangsun Clan was originally on good terms with the King of Qin. Zhangsun Wugou was originally going to be the Qin Consort's person. If it wasn't for him forcefully issuing the decree, how could he be willing to lower himself to be a concubine?
If this girl, with Li Xuanlie's guarantee, became bolder and really said she was unwilling, then wouldn't his painstaking efforts be in vain?
"Ai, Xuan Lie this brat, zhen was still schemed by him."
Li Yuan groaned in his heart and admitted defeat.
Li Xiu Ning, on the other hand, was touched.
She understood that her San Lang doted on her after all and couldn't bear to see her suffer. He wanted to use Zhangsun Wugou's mouth to reject this betrothal.
The hall was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
Everyone's eyes were focused on the slim and elegant young girl.
Zhangsun Wugou's face was red as he bit his lips, not daring to speak for a long time.
"Marriage is an important matter that concerns a lifetime of happiness. This king is giving you the chance to seize it. Miss Zhangsun, you just have to follow your heart and don't have any worries.”
Li Xuanlie saw her hesitation and promised again.
This time, his gaze became gentler, like a big brother comforting a panicked neighbor.
Li Xuanlie's attitude was meant to let her not be nervous and give an answer that went against her heart out of fear.
However, when Zhangsun Wugou saw that gentle smile, his heart skipped a beat.
After taking a deep breath, she raised her head and looked at Li Xuanlie with her bright and shy eyes. She said,
"This subject's daughter is willing."
Li Xuanlie's smile suddenly disappeared and was replaced by astonishment.
She actually answered yes!
Judging from her expression, she didn't seem like she was being forced against her will. It was obvious that she was sincere.
The noble daughter of the Zhangsun family was actually willing to be his concubine?
Zhangsun Wugou's answer was indeed beyond Li Xuanlie's expectations, causing him to be at a loss for what to do.
Li Xiu Ning was also shocked, and she couldn't help but size up her eldest grandson.
Perhaps it was a woman's intuition, but she seemed to see admiration in Zhangsun Wugou's eyes.
"Could it be that she fell in love with Xuan Lie because he saved her that day?”
"But even if Xuan Lie was kind to her, he wouldn't make her willingly become a concubine. She is the daughter of the Zhangsun Clan!”
Li Xiuning's thoughts turned, but she couldn't figure out the secret behind it.
Li Yuan's laughter rang out in the hall.
Among everyone, he was the happiest.
Zhangsun Wugou's answer really gave him a pleasant surprise.
"Good, good, good. Xuan Lie, you heard it. Zhangsun is willing to be your concubine. You have nothing to say now, right?”
"This matter is settled. I will order the Imperial Astronomical Supervisor to choose an auspicious day to let Zhangsun enter your King Reliance's Residence!”
Li Yuan slapped the table and made a decision. He couldn't stop smiling.
Li Xuanlie was silent.
He had always been a man of his word. He had set these conditions himself, so how could he go back on his word now?
He could only look at Zhangsun Wugou, wondering why the daughter of the Zhangsun Clan would give such an answer.
"His Highness the King of Qin has arrived ~~"
At this moment, the eunuch's singing sounded.
Li Shi Min actually barged into the Dew Hall without being announced.
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