Chapter 90: A Toast
"Father, there is a small episode before the spring search event ends!"
Li Tai suddenly stood up and reported to Li Shimin.
Li Shimin curiously said, "What episode?"
Changsun Chong, in the crowd, turned pale and his lips trembled. He had a premonition that if he really toasted today, he would definitely be half dead when he returned home. Apologizing in front of the saint to toast, not only would he be embarrassed, but his father's face also was lost.
Damn, why did he be right and not forgive others? It’s all because of Lin Xiu. He obviously won, but he was too sinister. He was just a villain! He would not be a human being if he didn’t take revenge.
At this moment, Changsun Chong's hatred for Lin Xiu was overwhelmed by the water of the Yellow River and could not be washed clean.
At this time, on the stage, facing Li Shimin's inquiry, Li Tai glanced at Li Chengqian with a faint look.
Changsun Chong is Li Tai's cousin. Li Tai's big mistake will also make Changsun Wuji embarrassed, but Li Tai still did this, which was carefully considered by Li Tai.
First of all, Changsun Chong and Li Chengqian have a good relationship, and even Changsun Wuji is mostly standing next to Li Chengqian.
Secondly, Li Tai has heard that Li Chengqian had a banquet for Lin Xiu and tried to win over Fang Xuanling through Lin Xiu, which is something Li Tai never wants to see. Today, let Changsun make a fool of himself, the relationship between Lin Xiu and Li Chengqian will be bad, and correspondingly, he can also make friends with Lin Xiu.
Finally, Li Tai had to beat his good uncle too.
Li Tai replied: "Father, that's the case. Lin County man and Changsun Chong had some unpleasant little grudges before, but later after the mediation of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, it has improved a lot. Before the spring search event, Changsun Chong suggested that whoever gets the most prey, the loser would toast the winner and completely turn the sword into jade. Now Lin County man wins, the original intention is not to toast Changsun Chong. The so-called bet is a joke. Who knew that Changsun Chong was willing to accept the loss and insisted on toasting and apologizing."
With Li Tai's concise explanation, everyone present understood the reason, but they did not believe Li Tai's words, and they must have something in their words.
In addition, this bet is considered a trivial matter in front of the saints. Li Tai should not have asked for it. But who is behind Lin Xiu and Changsun Chong, Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji, who are the two prime ministers that His Majesty trust the most today. It will not be a trivial matter if they are involved.
I saw Changsun Wuji frowning, he turned his head slightly, and glanced at Changsun Chong behind him. When Changsun Chong saw his father's appearance, the feeling of looking at the hawks and wolves made him feel frightened, and his legs began to float, and he had the desire to die.
Seeing Changsun Chong dodging eyes, helplessness flashed through Changsun Wuji's heart. He clearly told him that real revenge is not about greed for speed, but about killing with one blow, and learning to endure it, just like a crawling tiger, waiting for an opportunity and sending a fatal blow.
Now it seems that the previous education was in vain. How could I give birth to such a stupid son if I am so resourceful?
Compared to Changsun Wuji's sorrow, Fang Xuanling smiled, because as long as Lin Xiu was involved, he would definitely not suffer any losses. Although he had not been with Lin Xiu for a long time, he would not forgive others if he was unreasonable, let alone reason, so Lin Xiu would not be wronged.
So Fang Xuanling took the lead and bowed: "Sages, the jokes between children cannot be taken seriously! How can the son of Duke Zhao toast and apologize? You must not be allowed!"
Li Shimin smiled and said, "Fang Xiang, the child you call is not young anymore. You are eighteen years old. This year, you will graduate from the Imperial College. Start a family and start a career. Learning knowledge is second to learn to be a talent. I can only see Changsun Chong's child growing up. I usually get away with this child, but now I am willing to admit defeat. This is trustworthy. I am very pleased! If he doesn't let him toast and apologize, wouldn't it be a waste of Changsun Chong's efforts?"
Look, this is the saint today. This is so beautiful that Changsun Wuji is speechless and dare not stop this matter. If you are embarrassed, just be embarrassed.
Fang Xuanling tactfully stepped down when he heard Li Shimin's words.
"Lin Xiu, Changsun Chong, where is it?" Li Shimin raised his voice and asked.
Lin Xiu and Changsun Chong immediately stepped out of the line and stepped forward.
"Meet the saint!" The two of them paid homage.
Li Shimin glanced at Lin Xiu, then looked at Changsun Chong, and then smiled: "The people who participated in the Spring Search today are all students from the Imperial College and the pillars of the future of the Tang Dynasty. I hope that everyone can be like Changsun Chong now, who is trustworthy. This is the blessing of the Tang Dynasty. Come and have a drink!"
An internal official quickly prepared the drinks and brought them over.
Changsun Chong didn't dare to look up at the others, so he could only empty his eyes, then picked up the wine glass and toasted Lin Xiu: "Brother Lin, we have written off the unhappiness before, and as classmates in the future, we will encourage each other!"
With a tough bullet, Changsun Chong said good things.
Lin Xiu took the wine glass and smiled and said, "Even if you are classmates, you will naturally encourage each other, so I will be welcome!"
After saying that, I drank it all in one go.
At this moment, Changsun Wuji suddenly stepped out and said with a smile: "Sage, the dog son is messing around, has delayed everyone's time. Here, I also want to borrow a glass of wine to toast the saints and colleagues, and even toast the Fang Xiang for his good education and set an example for his dog son! Through this matter, I believe that the dog son understands the meaning of benevolence, etiquette, trustworthiness, so I also want to thank Fang Xiang!"
"Haha, Wuji is determined, so I will naturally be able to do so!" Li Shimin nodded with a smile.
Fang Xuanling came out, but said, "Sage, I dare not drink this glass of wine from Duke Zhao. I am ashamed. Lin Xiu, a child, grew up in Taoist temples. He has a straightforward temper and temperament. Sometimes he does not understand the rules and cannot teach me well. Therefore, this glass of wine is difficult for me!"
Changsun Wuji was rejected and his face remained unchanged.
Lin Xiu, who was watching, looked at Changsun Wuji, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart that this old guy's rank was so high! His son toasted and apologized, and the guy also took the opportunity to toast, expressing his humility and easy-goingness, and also telling outsiders his magnanimity.
This method is called clever!
As for Fang Xuanling's refusal, Lin Xiu was a little confused as to whether he didn't want Changsun Wuji to take the opportunity to show it or did not want to drink it.
Li Shimin smiled and said, "Fang Xiang, you should drink this glass of wine. We all see Lin Xiu's excellence. Time will be fine in the future. Just teach him well. He is still so young."
The saint said so, but Fang Xuanling did not dare to refuse, so he took the wine and drank it all in one go.
In this way, the spring search activity ended. Li Shimin returned to the palace, and all civil and military officials also returned to the city.
Changsun Wuji took Changsun Chong away, while Lin Xiu was entangled by the three Cheng brothers, Qin Huaidao and others, and wanted to go back to the city to drink and celebrate.
However, when leaving, Lin Xiu discovered Li Chengqian's cold gaze.
Lin Xiu offended Li Chengqian? Is Li Chengqian angry about Changsun Chong?
No.
Chapter completed!