Noble First Daughter-in-law

Chapter 1189 I don’t deserve it, I don’t deserve it!

Half a month later, Shentu Tai and Shen Wuzheng led the army to Luoyang City.

Since the battle of Hulao Pass, Yuwen Ye's power has been feared throughout China. Independence forces and militiamen from the surrounding areas have continuously come to join him. By the time they arrived in Luoyang, the army under their command had exceeded 150,000. Fortunately, Huiluo Cang and Xingluo Cang were already under their control, so they did not have to worry about the problem of food and grass. However, the movement of such a mighty army still frightened many people along the way. In order not to scare the people in the city, Yuwen Ye let the army of more than 100,000 set up camp 20 miles away from the city. Only Shentu Tai, Shen Wuzheng and others led a team of trusted people into the city.

When I arrived at the Duke's Mansion, I saw Shang Ruyi coming out.

As soon as they saw her, Shen Wuzheng, Shen Tutai, and the people following them came forward to kowtow and pay their respects. Shang Ruyi asked them to stand up, and then looked at Shen Wuzheng happily: "Did you have a smooth journey?"

Shen Wuzheng looked at her, his eyes filled with tenderness: "Don't worry, Princess, everything will go well."

Shang Ruyi nodded in relief, greeted Shen Tutai, and asked them to follow him into the mansion. The rest of the people were taken away by the steward of the mansion.

On the day he entered the city, Yuwen Ye ordered people to clean the place. After more than half a month, the dilapidated Duke's Mansion was finally cleaned up and looked brand new. Under the supervision of Shang Ruyi, a lot of new furniture and utensils were added. This time, the place finally looked a little lively - although, it was no longer possible for anyone to live in this residence.

As we walked in, we saw many servants busy coming and going.

Shang Ruyi said: "Your Highness plans to hold a banquet here tonight, so that the heroes of this battle can enjoy a good night. Tomorrow, we will set off to return to Chang'an."

Shentu Tai immediately said: "The one outside the city——"

Shang Ruyi smiled and said, "Don't worry, I have sent some wine and meat over."

Shentu Tai hurriedly bowed his hands to express his gratitude. Shang Ruyi smiled and said, "We are all family, so there is no need to say such distant things. I have asked someone to prepare hot water and clothes. You all go wash up and have a good rest."

In order to accommodate the tens of thousands of newly surrendered people, Shen Tu Tai has been living in the military camp for the past half month, eating and sleeping with them, and has hardly taken a bath. Normally, he doesn't mind hanging out with a bunch of smelly men, but he feels uncomfortable when facing a dignified and beautiful woman like the Princess of Qin. When he heard what she said, he immediately followed them, but Shen Wuzheng stayed.

The brother and sister walked inside while talking.

Shen Wuzheng said: "I heard from the person who brought the news that this time we took Luoyang without spending a single soldier, is that right?"

Shang Ruyi knew that he must have been worried about him, so he hurriedly said, "Yes, the King of Qin arranged Pei Xingyuan in advance, and with the help of Jiang Wei and Liang Youying to control Liang Shide, it was easy to take Luoyang City."

Shen Wuzheng's frown relaxed a little.

Then he asked, "You're not hurt?"

Shang Ruyi smiled with eyes curved: "I came to the door to greet you today specially, just to let brother see that I am not injured at all. Not only am I not injured, I also showed off my dignity this time."

Seeing her like this, Shen Wuzheng finally felt relieved, and then he smiled: "I heard about this on the way to the city. The reputation of the Princess of Qin in Luoyang is very high now. I heard that some girls take you as a role model. You are more spiritual than a Bodhisattva."

Shang Ruyi shook his head when he heard this: "This will shorten my lifespan."

Shen Wuzheng immediately said, "Don't talk nonsense." Shang Ruyi smiled at him.

As they were talking, the two people had already walked into her room. This place was cleaned by Wo Xue herself. Not only was it clean and tidy, but she also placed an incense burner in the room. As soon as you enter the room, you can smell a faint scent of golden osmanthus, which is very intoxicating. In addition to the incense burner, there are two cups of tea and a plate of osmanthus sugar cake on the table.

The two of them sat down opposite each other. Shen Wuzheng took a sip of tea before asking, "What's going on with Jiang Wei and Liang Youying?"

Shang Ruyi said: "This is a long story."

So, the two of them drank tea and ate snacks while Shang Ruyi told him in detail everything that happened after he followed Yuwen Cheng to the war. Like Yuwen Ye, he frowned but remained calm when he heard about the emperor being assassinated in Tangquan Palace, Pei Xingyuan being captured, and the prisoner being robbed. However, when he heard Shang Ruyi talking about Sun Xianyue and Han Yuhui poisoning Yuan Qian, Shen Wuzheng's face turned ugly.

He clenched the teacup in his hand, his fingers turning white.

Seeing him trying to suppress his anger, Shang Ruyi smiled deliberately and said, "Brother, you know me well. I never want to suffer any loss."

Shen Wuzheng looked up at her.

Shang Ruyi sighed again, and then said: "I knew that I would offend the prince and make the emperor angry with me, but I still forced Han Yuhui to death. It's really-"

Shen Wuzheng interrupted her: "She deserves to die."

After saying this, his expression finally relaxed a little. Shang Ruyi also nodded, and then said: "In fact, after the incident at Longmen Ferry, we all knew that the prince would definitely take revenge on the King of Qin, either by seizing power or hurting people. At that time, we all thought he would attack me, but you are cautious and smart, and with Shentu Tai, the King of Qi would not be able to find a chance to attack you even if he wanted to; but we didn't expect——"

Shen Wuzheng let out a deep breath: "He is trying to lure the tiger away from the mountain. The real target has always been Xingyuan."

As he spoke, his expression became more relaxed, with a faint smile in the corners of his eyes and eyebrows. He said, "I didn't expect that they had this trick. Speaking of which, Xingyuan has always been a person who can't hide things. It's unexpected that he can accomplish such a big thing."

As soon as the voice fell, a weird voice came from outside the door -

"Oh, Brother Fuming, you are a man of both civil and military talents, a capable official who can govern the country. I am not worthy of you, not worthy of you!"

Upon hearing the voice, both people in the room showed joy on their faces at the same time. Then Shen Wuzheng shook his head helplessly and turned around. Sure enough, he saw the familiar figure leaning against the door. Although he was tall and slender, with an elegant appearance, the crooked posture still made Shen Wuzheng frown.

He said, "Can't you be a little more--like?"

"Humph,"

Pei Xingyuan deliberately walked in with his sleeves swinging, looking like a playboy, but he still bowed to Shang Ruyi before walking in. Shang Ruyi smiled and asked him to sit down, and asked Woxue to make another cup of tea. Pei Xingyuan waved his hand and said no, and deliberately snatched Shen Wuzheng's teacup, holding it in his hand and not letting go: "I was scolded by someone, can't I drink a sip of his tea?"

There will be more later