In the next half a month. Every morning, Cheng Chumo would go to the Fireware Bureau, punch his card, and report his arrival. Then, he would return to Shang Xiufen's courtyard in the afternoon. The two of them were like glue. Just like that, he accompanied Shang Xiufen during the day and Princess Changle, Xiao Cui, and Lu Liu at night. Occasionally, he would go to the palace to visit Princess Gao Yang. His days were very comfortable.
On this day, it was a holiday. Cheng Chumo planned to spend some time with Princess Changle at home. Suddenly, the gatekeeper came to inform him that His Highness the Crown Prince had sent an invitation, asking him to bring Princess Chang Le to the banquet tonight. Cheng Chumo also wanted to give face to his brother-in-law's treat. Moreover, he also wanted to see what this crown prince who was so suicidal in history looked like. It was already the end of the fourth year of Zhenguan, so the Crown Prince's leg should have been crippled. Recently, there were rumors in the market that the Emperor intended to abolish the Crown Prince and make the King of Wei the Crown Prince. Otherwise, why would he allow the King of Wei to open a government and build a government office to recruit his own henchmen? It seemed that the Crown Prince was anxious. Otherwise, he would not have seen him for two years, but now, he wanted to treat him to a meal. It was most likely that he wanted to rope him in and stabilize his position as the Crown Prince.
"Lizhi, your brother is treating us to dinner tonight. Go and dress up later.”
"I haven't seen big brother for a long time. I'm going to talk to big brother today.”As she spoke, Princess Chang Le returned to her room to dress up.
Cheng Chumo thought that his wife was too naive. Did they think that the Crown Prince only invited them to treat his sister and brother-in-law to a meal? The Cheng Clan's influence in the Great Tang was even greater than that of some of the lower ranked clans of the Five Families and Seven Princes. Cheng Chumo was the eldest son of Cheng Yaojin, and he was destined to inherit the title of Duke Lu and all the properties of the Cheng family. In addition, he was the Prince Consort himself, and the Prince Consort of the two princesses. In other words, the Emperor's heart was simple. Moreover, many military families in the court were on good terms with the Cheng family. With the Cheng family around, the strength of the armed forces was very strong.
Taizu Nian had a saying that political power came from a weapon. This saying was just as common in ancient times. "It seems that the Crown Prince is thinking of getting involved with the forces in the army. This is not a good sign. I reckon that the battle for the throne is already in deep waters. If I'm not wrong, I went to the Crown Prince's Eastern Palace today, so tomorrow, the King of Wei will definitely come to invite me.”Cheng Chumo thought quietly. "I hope you don't mess with me. Why don't the emperor take turns to come to my house tomorrow?”
Waiting for a woman to put on makeup was a long process. Cheng Chumo felt that his hair had turned white. Finally, the Princess of Changle had finished her makeup. Indeed, clothes make the man. With this makeup, Princess Changle turned from a pure girl into a noble lady. Coupled with the good education he had received from the palace since he was young, the aristocratic temperament was overwhelming.
"My Lizhi is indeed a natural beauty. Whether it's light makeup or heavy makeup, each has its own flavor. It's my blessing to be able to marry you.”Cheng Chumo hugged Princess Changle and whispered in his ear.
"I'm not as good as you say." Princess Chang Le was still not used to such sweet nothings and said shyly.
"Of course you're that good. You're the most beautiful woman in the world. I'm just telling the truth.”Cheng Chumo continued.
"Alright, alright, stop talking. Hurry up and prepare the gifts. We're about to set off.”Princess Changle pinched Cheng Chumo's nose.
"Yes, Madam. I'll go down and choose a gift now.”Cheng Chumo said cheekily.
"You just love to play tricks!" As she spoke, Princess Chang Le stretched out her slender index finger and pointed at Cheng Chumo's forehead, rolling her eyes at him. "Hurry up and go."
Chen Chumu went to the treasury and picked out some large pearls, a few coral ornaments, and some gold ornaments. He ordered the servants to put them in gift boxes and place them on the carriage. Then, he returned to the courtyard and pulled Princess Chang Le out.
This book is provided by FunNovel Novel Book | Fan Fiction Novel [Beautiful Free Novel Book]