Chapter 2, Dad can be easily deceived

A graceful and beautiful young palace maid appeared beside Wu, and Li Xian was naturally more than willing. As soon as the other party took over from him, he instinctively reached out to embrace her neck, leaning his entire body against her. As for the incessant thanks from Fu Niang, he didn't pay any attention to a single word. Youth is wonderful; even the fragrance on her body is more pleasant than that of Fu Niang.

After being poked twice by his father's beard, Li Xian felt a shiver run through him despite his face showing discomfort. Looking at Wu's beaming face, he couldn't help but shudder even more. With a mother like that, how could the crown prince easily ascend to the throne? It would be akin to courting death!

Meiniang

No wonder people say that winning hearts is very important. With someone like Lady Wu being so comprehensive, how could Empress Wang possibly compete with her

The issue is that Li Zhi has not even glanced at him since entering the room, as if he has automatically chosen to ignore him

"Good, good, Mei Niang speaks well!" Li Zhi nodded repeatedly and immediately lifted Li Xian into his arms, "If my son’s auspicious words can lead to success this time, I will certainly grant you a great fief in the future! It is a pity that you are younger than Hong Er; otherwise, you could very well be the crown prince!"

Do not be overly polite when there are no outsiders present. With books

In a room filled with scrolls, Li Xian finally saw his equally renowned father. Li Zhi appeared younger than Wu Shi, though somewhat weary in spirit. However, upon seeing the visitor, a smile of surprise and joy immediately spread across his face

I have seen Your Majesty!

After a casual wave of his hand, Li Zhi let out a cold snort: "Clearly, this is for their own selfish interests, yet they still use those grand principles to refute me, thinking that I am truly a muddled monarch? My Tang dynasty has only existed for three generations; where do so many precedents come from! They are clearly preparing to hold me hostage for a lifetime with the merit of their support!"

I gave birth to him before the full term, and at times I inadvertently neglected this child... Yet, I never expected that his first words would be "Mother." Although there may have been some instigation involved, upon hearing those two words, I was reminded of the deceased... Now, regarding the matter of establishing a successor, there is significant external resistance, and all sorts of unpleasant remarks are being made. I truly... Now, regarding the matter of establishing a successor, there is significant external resistance, and all sorts of unpleasant remarks are being made. I truly...

Your Majesty, listen! At such a young age, he already understands the etiquette between ruler and subject. The virtuous child, the virtuous child..." Wu seemed to be so excited that she was almost incoherent, grabbing Li Zhi's hand and shaking it vigorously. After much effort, she finally managed to complete her sentence, "With a child like this, I am greatly fortunate, and Your Majesty is greatly fortunate!"

As his mother spoke, she suddenly broke into tears, while his father hurriedly went to comfort her, completely overlooking his own recent outstanding performance. Li Xian couldn't help but feel a bit dejected. In comparison, his mother's performance was truly remarkable; not only did she distance herself from any pretense, but she also revealed her true feelings to garner sympathy. Such a skilled actress was someone he felt he could not match at this point.

Li Xian had once heard someone say that the imperial palace of Chang'an during the Tang Dynasty was several times larger than the later Forbidden City. Initially, he did not believe it, but now being carried along the grand avenue of the palace, surrounded by one palace after another, he gradually lost all sense of direction, and naturally had to accept it as truth. In novels and television dramas, there are always depictions of palanquins and similar conveyances; why then must one rely on two legs to walk? How long would this take?

"What?" Li Zhi suddenly widened his eyes, as if he had just noticed that Wu Shi was holding his son. After a flurry of activity that nearly knocked over the teacups on the table, he finally calmed down, saying, "I remember that Hong Er seemed to start speaking only at the age of two. How is it that Xian Er can speak so early?"

As they entered the hall of hetushu.com, there was no one to obstruct their way, only groups of people kneeling in greeting. At this moment, the person holding Li Xian had changed to Wu Shi herself, and whenever someone bowed, she would certainly respond. Over time, the old lady continued to smile and nod in response, while Li Xian grew somewhat impatient, yet he felt more admiration.

Suddenly, Wu paused slightly, turned his head to look this way, and nodded slightly, saying: "Funiang, you must be tired holding Xian'er; let A Qian take over."

At this moment, Li Zhi simply sprayed out a mouthful of tea, looking incredulously at his son, and after a long while, he began to cough repeatedly. Once he finally caught his breath, he stammered to Wu Shi, "This... this..."

Pfft

After a moment of wild imagination, he saw a grand hall in the distance. Just as he clearly discerned the three characters "Taiyi Hall" on the plaque, a large crowd at the entrance suddenly knelt down, repeatedly calling out "Your Highness".

Uncertain if it was her first time doing such a thing, A Qian felt somewhat restrained. Meanwhile, he had the identity to provide cover, so he naturally scrutinized A Qian without restraint, while also subtly making his move. She appeared significantly younger than Wu Shi, and her palace attire perfectly revealed a large expanse of smooth, white skin at the chest, which was particularly enticing. After observing her, he turned his gaze to the other palace maids beside his mother and found that each of them surpassed the artificial beauties of later generations, causing him to secretly click his tongue in admiration. She appeared significantly younger than Wu Shi, and her palace attire perfectly revealed a large expanse of smooth, white skin at the chest, which was particularly enticing. After observing her, he turned his gaze to the other palace maids beside his mother and found that each of them surpassed the artificial beauties of later generations, causing him to secretly click his tongue in admiration

Li Xian impatiently rolled his eyes. Seeing his mother cast an encouraging glance at him, he had no choice but to remain silent for a while before finally exclaiming: "Long live the Empress!"

Wu's smile was present, yet he did not respond, while Li Xian widened his eyes, carefully observing this emperor who had been described as weak and incompetent in novels and television dramas. Judging solely by his appearance, Li Zhi still possessed a certain air of heroism; however, whether he exuded the majesty of one who rules over the world was beyond Li Xian's discernment. Nevertheless, based on the last sentence he had just heard, it seemed that his father could not be considered incompetent.

Seeing Li Zhi already holding Wu Shi in his arms, while Wu Shi leaned back softly, he found himself ignored and left aside, which made Li Xian unable to contain himself. Naturally, he could not break the deadlock with a cough, so he could only shout out loudly: "Long live Father Emperor"

Your Majesty, do not worry about the matters of the outer court for now. I have brought the virtuous child here today to report a piece of good news to Your Majesty!" Wu shifted the Li Xian in her hand to a different position, smiling as she said, "The virtuous child can speak today!"

Walking such a long distance, it is naturally impossible for her to carry him without difficulty. Moreover, as the group moved quickly, the woman with the horse-like face became breathless, and eventually her face turned red. After all, everyone else was lightly equipped, while she alone was burdened with him, making her journey far from easy

Li Zhi finally managed to comfort Wu Shi and then emotionally remarked: "Meiniang, I promised you from the very beginning that I would seek justice for you. Those people keep calling themselves good sons and good daughters-in-law; where is that woman truly good? Since I ascended the throne, my uncle has acted arbitrarily in all matters, and the court officials only recognize my uncle, not me! If this continues, it is only a matter of time before power slips away. I never expected that my wise son would learn to speak at this moment; this is clearly a sign from heaven that this matter is destined to succeed. Rest assured, if I cannot achieve success this time, I am unworthy of the title of emperor!"

His own son actually uttered the phrases "Long live the Emperor" and "Long live the Empress" simultaneously. Even if someone had taught him, Li Zhi was instantly filled with great joy, especially as he was currently at a critical juncture of deposing and establishing the Empress and suppressing the senior ministers. Thinking of the dull-witted Crown Prince Li Zhong, and then recalling how intelligent and clever Li Hong and Li Xian, born of Wu Zetian, were, he immediately made his final decision