After my inner voice was eavesdropped, I became the favorite of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 28

At dawn, the outline of Chang'an City gradually became clear in the mist. The ancient city walls seemed to bear the vicissitudes and splendor of a thousand years. Inside the palace, above the magnificent hall, the atmosphere was extremely solemn. Du Ruhui, the elderly and wise prime minister, had a face full of traces of time. At this moment, his brows were furrowed, and his eyes revealed deep worry. The memorial in his hand was like a heavy stone, pressing on his heart - the Black Tiger Gang, a notorious gang in the world, was quietly active near Chang'an City. What was even more disturbing was that many of them were once guests of the prince's mansion.

"Your Majesty, this matter is of great importance. The Black Tiger Gang is growing in power. If it is not contained in time, it will endanger the peace of the country." Du Ruhui's voice was deep and powerful, and every word seemed to hit the hearts of everyone present like a heavy hammer. He knew that mentioning the prince would touch the most sensitive nerve of the emperor on the dragon throne.

Li Shimin, the wise monarch who pioneered the Zhenguan Reign, was unusually silent at this moment. His face looked particularly stern under the candlelight, and his brows revealed an indescribable complex emotion. Whenever the word "crown prince" was mentioned, his eyes dimmed involuntarily, his fists trembled slightly under his dragon robe, and the blue veins on his forehead seemed to tell of his inner struggle and anger.

"My prince, what do you want me to do?" Li Shimin sighed in his heart, and his thoughts drifted back to the past that he didn't want to mention - the Xuanwu Gate Incident, which was a bloody power struggle between brothers. Although he eventually sat on the supreme throne, the heaviness and pain followed him like a shadow and could not be erased.

"Just like Li Qingge said, the prince is not only weak, but also has evil intentions." Li Shimin murmured to himself. This sentence was like a sharp blade, piercing his heart. But he also understood that as a king, he could not act solely on personal emotions. He had to consider the overall situation and be responsible for the peace of the people.

At this moment, a crisp sound of footsteps came from outside the hall, interrupting Li Shimin's thoughts. Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw a woman in a light blue dress slowly walking into the hall. Her figure was light, like a spring breeze blowing on a willow, and her eyebrows revealed an extraordinary temperament. She was Li Qingge, a woman who was not only outstanding in talent, but also had keen political insight.

"Destroy them directly? That's easy, but what about the consequences?" Li Qingge's voice was clear and firm, like a spring, instantly extinguishing the anxiety and restlessness in the hall. Although her words were light, every word was precious and hit the point directly. She knew very well that the rivers and lakes and the court were always two parallel lines. Once they intersected, it would inevitably lead to unpredictable consequences.

When Li Shimin heard this, a hint of approval flashed in his eyes. He looked at Li Qingge, as if he saw the light of hope. He knew that this woman could always bring him unexpected revelations with her unique perspective.

"You are right. We cannot act rashly." Li Shimin said in a deep voice. Although his voice was not loud, it was full of unquestionable majesty. He looked at the civil and military officials in the court and continued, "The matter of the Black Tiger Gang must be handled with caution. We must not only consider the immediate crisis, but also the long-term stability."

Upon hearing this, the military commanders all requested to fight, their eyes flashing with fighting spirit and determination. The civil officials, on the other hand, were more cautious, as they knew the complexity and danger of the Jianghu forces and were unwilling to easily get involved in this muddy water.

Seeing this, Li Qingge's lips curled up slightly, and she had already made up her mind. She gently adjusted her sleeves and slowly said, "Your Majesty, I have a plan that may help resolve this dilemma."

Hearing this, everyone cast curious glances. Li Qingge looked around and continued, "We can select some former martial arts masters from among the generals and have them challenge the Black Tiger Gang in their personal capacity. This way, we can demonstrate the power and majesty of the court without causing large-scale resistance in the martial arts world. At the same time, we can also take this opportunity to find out the forces behind the Black Tiger Gang and then make plans."

Li Shimin's eyes lit up when he heard this, as if he had seen the key to solving the dilemma. He looked at Li Qingge, his eyes full of admiration and gratitude. He knew that this woman was not only extremely smart, but also had a sincere heart for the country and the people.

"Okay! Just as you say!" Li Shimin slapped the dragon throne and shouted loudly. His voice echoed in the hall, like an invisible force, inspiring everyone.

Thus, a battle of wits against the Black Tiger Gang quietly began. In this war without the smoke of gunpowder, Li Qingge's wisdom and courage became the key. She not only helped Li Shimin solve the crisis at hand, but also found a delicate balance between the rivers and lakes and the court. All of this will become an indelible story in the Zhenguan Reign.

Sunlight shines through the carved window lattices, scattering on the magnificent hall. Dust dances lightly in the light column, adding an imperceptible gentleness to this solemn occasion. Li Shimin sits on the dragon throne, wearing a bright yellow dragon robe, with an imperial aura that is majestic without anger, but his eyes are shining with a strange light, which is the expectation and confidence for the strategy that is about to be revealed.

"Want to deal with those people in the martial arts world without starting a war? This is indeed a difficult problem." Li Shimin's voice was low and magnetic, echoing in the hall, as if every word contained a thousand pounds of force. He gently stroked the armrest of the dragon chair, thinking secretly in his heart. This thoughtful look made Li Qingge, who was standing quietly beside him, look at him a few more times.

Li Qingge, a woman in a light blue dress, with long hair like a waterfall, eyes like autumn water, and a look of feminine gentleness and heroic spirit. She stood among the ministers, although not conspicuous, but her extraordinary temperament was hard to ignore. At this moment, her heart was surging with stormy waves: "This kid, Li Shimin, is really getting more and more impressive. One thought is like a spring breeze, moistening things silently and resolving the problem." The corners of her mouth curled up with an imperceptible smile, and her admiration for Li Shimin increased a little more.

The atmosphere in the hall became solemn and full of expectation because of Li Shimin's proposal. The civil officials either bowed their heads in contemplation or whispered to each other, trying to find inspiration from ancient books; the military generals were all rubbing their hands, with a gleam of eagerness in their eyes, as if they were ready to put on armor and go into battle at any time to show their skills. However, Li Shimin gently waved his hand, signaling everyone to be quiet.

"I have made up my mind. To deal with people in the martial arts world, we must win with wisdom, not force." His words were loud and clear, like a morning bell and an evening drum, ringing the alarm bell in everyone's heart. "I want to find a man in the martial arts world who is not only skilled in martial arts, but also has wisdom and courage, and can shock the heroes with his own strength."

After these words were spoken, the hall fell into silence again, followed by a more heated discussion. The ministers exchanged opinions and tried to search their memories for the candidate who met the requirements. However, as time went on, the expressions on their faces gradually changed from expectation to worry, and finally to confusion.

Zhang Sun Wuji, the best among the veteran ministers, also looked embarrassed at this time. He slowly walked out of the queue, bowed and said: "Your Majesty is wise, this plan is very good. However, there are many masters in the martial arts world, and those who have been famous for a long time are not ordinary people. I am afraid it will be difficult to control them. And among the younger generation, there are few who can take on this important task."

Li Shimin frowned when he heard this, and he obviously realized the difficulty of this problem. He looked around, and his eyes finally stopped at Li Qingge. At that moment, his eyes seemed to have thousands of words, but they instantly returned to calm. Li Qingge felt the gaze, and her heart trembled slightly, but she quickly regained her composure and lowered her head as if nothing had happened.

"Your Majesty, I have something to say, but I don't know whether I should say it or not." A slightly old but full-bodied voice broke the silence. Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw an old man with white hair and beard slowly walking out of the queue. This man was a hermit in the court. Although he didn't show up often, he was wise and profound, and was respected by Li Shimin.

"My dear, please feel free to speak." Li Shimin's tone was full of anticipation.

The old man smiled slightly and looked deeply in the direction of Li Qingge: "Your Majesty, I heard that there is a woman in the martial arts world named Li Qingge. Although she is not from a famous family, she is excellent in martial arts and has both wisdom and courage. Moreover, she is low-key and unknown to the world. This person may be able to take on this important task."

As soon as these words came out, there was an uproar in the hall. The ministers looked sideways in the direction of Li Qingge, with surprise and curiosity in their eyes. Li Qingge herself was surprised and helpless. She had never thought that she would be mentioned in such an occasion, and she had never expected that her identity would be exposed so easily.

When Li Shimin heard this, a gleam of light flashed in his eyes. He quickly came to his senses and raised a meaningful smile: "Oh? Is this true? Is what you said true?"

The old man nodded and confirmed: "It is absolutely true. I have personally witnessed his martial arts skills, which are rare in the world."

Li Shimin had already made up his mind after hearing this. He looked at Li Qingge, his eyes filled with both inquiry and expectation: "Li Qingge, are you willing to share my worries and go to the martial arts world to intimidate those villains?"

Li Qingge felt mixed emotions. She knew very well how difficult and risky this journey would be. However, facing Li Shimin's expectations and trust, she finally nodded and said, "I am willing to go."

At that moment, thunderous applause rang out in the hall. Li Shimin nodded with satisfaction, knowing that he had made another correct decision. And Li Qingge secretly vowed in his heart that he would live up to the trust and contribute his own strength to the peace of the Tang Dynasty with his wisdom and courage.

As Li Qingge agreed, the atmosphere in the hall instantly became relaxed. The ministers cast admiring glances at her, as if she was already a heroine about to go to war. However, Li Qingge did not feel relaxed at all. She knew that this trip would be one of the most difficult challenges in her life.

As night fell, the moonlight was like water, filling the entire palace. Li Qingge stood alone in the imperial garden, looking at the bright moon, with a myriad of thoughts in her mind. She recalled her experiences over the years, from an unknown woman in the martial arts world to an envoy of the Tang Dynasty who was entrusted with an important task. All of this seemed like a dream.

"Can I really do it?" She asked herself softly, with a hint of uncertainty in her voice. However, she soon strengthened her belief. "For the Tang Dynasty, for Li Shimin, I must do it." She clenched her fists, with a determined light in her eyes.

The next morning, Li Qingge set out on her journey to the Jianghu. She wore a tight-fitting outfit, carried a long sword, and walked on the official road with a heroic spirit. The scenery along the way was picturesque, but she had no intention of appreciating it. She had only one thought in her mind: to find those people in the Jianghu as soon as possible and complete her mission.

After several days of traveling, Li Qingge finally arrived at a place called "Fengyun Town". This is where people from the underworld gather, and it is also the destination of her trip. She walked into the town and saw shops lined up on both sides of the street, bustling with people, and a prosperous scene. However, behind this prosperity, there are countless undercurrents.

Li Qingge knew that her journey was extremely dangerous, so she was extremely cautious. She disguised herself as an ordinary traveler and asked around in the town for information. Soon, she learned an important clue: there was a master named "Iron Palm Invincible" in the Jianghu. This man was highly skilled in martial arts and acted in a domineering manner, and was feared by many people in the Jianghu. Recently, he had gathered a group of rabble with the intention of harming the Tang Dynasty.

After learning the news, Li Qingge secretly thought to herself: "This person will be my first target." She decided to find "Iron Palm Invincible" first, use it as a breakthrough point, and shock the entire martial arts world.

So, she began to search for the whereabouts of "Iron Palm Invincible" in the town. After some inquiries and tracking, she finally found him in a remote courtyard. The man was burly, with a stern face, and a pair of iron palms as sharp as steel knives. He was sitting in the courtyard practicing martial arts, with energy surging around his body, and it was obvious that his martial arts had reached the highest level.

Seeing this, Li Qingge was secretly on guard. She slowly walked forward, clasped her fists and saluted, saying, "I am Li Qingge, and I have come to visit Senior Iron Palm."

Upon hearing this, "Iron Palm Invincible" opened his eyes, looked at Li Qingge coldly, and then sneered: "Humph! Another ignorant little girl. Tell me, what do you want from me?"

Li Qingge smiled slightly and said calmly: "Senior, you have misunderstood. I am not here to cause trouble, but to discuss important matters with you."

"Oh? Important matter? Tell me about it." There was a hint of curiosity in the tone of "Iron Palm Invincible".

Seeing this, Li Qingge told him her purpose. Her sincere and clear words quickly touched the heart of "Iron Palm Invincible". However, this martial arts master did not easily agree to her request. He sneered and said, "Humph! Do you think that just a few words from you can make me give up years of grudges? You are too naive!"

Li Qingge was not discouraged when she heard this. She knew that people in the martial arts world valued friendship and loyalty, but they also valued strength and wisdom. So she decided to prove her sincerity and strength with her actions.

She drew her sword, the sword light flashed like a dragon, and she attacked "Iron Palm Invincible" in an instant. She was as light as a swallow, and her sword skills were exquisite. Every move and every style contained deep internal strength. "Iron Palm Invincible" was not to be outdone. He waved his palms, and the palm wind whistled, fiercely confronting Li Qingge's sword.

The two fought back and forth, and it was hard to tell who was who. The air around them seemed to be twisted by their internal forces, making bursts of roaring sounds. However, as time went on, Li Qingge gradually gained the upper hand. Her swordsmanship became more and more fierce, and her offensive became more and more fierce. Finally, with a crisp sound of swords, "Iron Palm Invincible" was knocked away by a sword and fell heavily to the ground.

"You...you actually..." He looked at Li Qingge in disbelief, his eyes full of shock and unwillingness.

Li Qingge put away his sword, walked slowly to him, and said calmly: "Senior, the winner has been decided. I hope you can put the overall situation first and give up those meaningless grudges. The Tang Dynasty and the martial arts world can live in peace, why do you have to fight to the death?"

Hearing this, "Iron Palm Invincible" was silent for a long time. Finally, he sighed and said, "Forget it! I, Iron Palm Invincible, have been in the martial arts world all my life and have never been submissive to anyone. But after seeing you today, I am convinced. Go! I will no longer be an enemy of the Tang Dynasty."

Li Qingge was delighted when she heard this. She knew that she had successfully taken the first step. She bowed deeply to "Iron Palm Invincible" and then turned and left. Her figure gradually faded away in the afterglow of the setting sun, leaving behind a determined and lonely back.

At the moment the meeting ended, the hall seemed to be shrouded in an invisible chill, so quiet that only the occasional chirping of birds could be heard outside the window. The ministers looked at each other, their eyes full of doubts and confusion about the plan proposed by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin. They shook their heads and sighed, not only questioning the plan itself, but also fearing the uncertainty that might soon fall into. The dome of the hall was high, and the candlelight was swaying, stretching everyone's shadow long, as if telling of this heaviness and uneasiness.

Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, stood alone on the high platform, his eyes deep, as if he could penetrate the heavy dust of history and look directly into the future. His heart was calm, because he had already laid out another chess game in his mind. He looked at the seemingly inconspicuous but actually hidden figure in the crowd - Li Qingge, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. Li Shimin knew that this misunderstood young man had unknown tenacity and wisdom, and was the best candidate for this mission.

Li Qingge, dressed in plain clothes, with a delicate face and a look of unruly and indifferent expression. He should have been the least noticeable person at the banquet, but he was pushed to the forefront because of this sudden "important task". Facing Tang Taizong's inquiry, he refused without hesitation, with a hint of teasing in his determination, as if he had seen through everything. His eyes flashed with complexity in an instant, with both expectations for unknown challenges and disdain for the prejudices of the world.

"Cheng Qing, do you really feel that you are powerless?" Li Shimin's voice was gentle and firm, as if he could see into the deepest secrets of people's hearts. His words contained both temptation and encouragement, and he expected Li Qingge to show her true self.

Li Qingge smiled bitterly in his heart when he heard this. He knew that he was just a playboy in the eyes of the world, but he didn't know his forbearance and hard work over the years. He looked up at Li Shimin, whose eyes seemed to see through everything, making it impossible for him to escape. So, he took a deep breath and decided to accept this challenge, not for anything else, just to prove himself.

"Since your majesty has given the order, I will do my best." Although Li Qingge's words were brief, each word was powerful and powerful. His words showed respect for the imperial power and confidence in his own abilities.

The hall was in an uproar, with the ministers talking one after another, with shock, doubt, worry...all kinds of emotions intertwined. Wei Zheng was so anxious that he stamped his feet. He knew that although Li Qingge had outstanding qualities, this mission was difficult and no joke. He wanted to persuade him again, but saw that Li Shimin had turned around and left, his back was resolute and firm.

Li Qingge stood there, looking at the direction where Li Shimin left, feeling mixed emotions. He knew that he had no way out and could only move forward. The cold sweat on his forehead was particularly dazzling under the candlelight. It was his awe of the unknown challenge and also a proof of his determination.

As night fell, the lights in the capital gradually lit up, decorating the ancient city like a poem and a painting. However, in the Yanyang Tower, the three important officials had no intention of appreciating the beautiful scenery. Their minds were all on Li Qingge. Fang Xuanling, Zhangsun Wuji, and Du Ruhui, the three wise and resourceful old officials, were anxiously waiting for news from Qin Ming.

Qin Ming, as an old friend of Changsun Wuji, is good at getting information and acting cautiously. This time he was entrusted with an important task to monitor Li Qingge's every move. He came in a hurry, but the news he brought made Fang Xuanling and others even more curious and expectant.

"After leaving the palace, General Cheng did not return home directly, but went to the ruined temple in the east of the city alone." Qin Ming's words were full of mystery. "He talked with a mysterious old man there for a long time. It seems that they have a close relationship."

"Mysterious old man?" Fang Xuanling frowned upon hearing this, his heart full of doubts. He knew very well that in the capital, people who could be called "mysterious" were definitely not ordinary people. Could it be that there was really an expert behind Li Qingge?

Zhangsun Wuji and Du Ruhui looked at each other, their eyes full of shock and expectation. They realized that this seemingly simple mission might hide a more complicated plot. So the three decided to continue monitoring Li Qingge and uncover the secrets behind him.

The moonlight was like water, spreading all over the capital. Li Qingge sat alone in the ruined temple, playing chess with the mysterious old man. On the chessboard, black and white chess pieces intertwined, as if telling the interweaving and reincarnation of fate. Although the old man's face was old, his eyes sparkled with wisdom. His words and deeds revealed his deep expectations for Li Qingge.

"Do you know that this mission is extraordinarily difficult?" The old man spoke slowly, his voice low and powerful.

Li Qingge smiled slightly, his eyes firm: "Disciple understands. But it is precisely because of this that its value is more evident. I am willing to fight with my life, just to prove my innocence and ability."

A trace of approval flashed in the old man's eyes: "Good! You have great ambition. But you must remember that true wisdom does not lie in fighting against a mighty force, but in overcoming hardness with softness and winning with wisdom." Hearing this, Li Qingge nodded thoughtfully. He understood that the old man's words contained profound philosophy and were also the best guidance for his mission. He secretly vowed to live up to expectations and complete this seemingly impossible task.

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In the following days, Li Qingge seemed to have become a different person. He was no longer obsessed with his past indulgence and unruliness, but began to concentrate on studying the information and strategies related to the mission. He traveled to every corner of the capital, talked with all kinds of people, collected information, and looked for a way out. His figure shuttled through the night, like a cunning fox, observing everything in the dark.

Fang Xuanling and others also gradually discovered Li Qingge's changes through Qin Ming's surveillance. They were surprised at his diligence and wisdom, and were even more curious about the mysterious old man behind him. They realized that this mission might not be as simple as they imagined, and Li Qingge was by no means a "waste" in their eyes.

Finally, amidst everyone's expectations and doubts, Li Qingge reached the final moment of his mission. Standing in the hall, facing the doubts of the ministers and Li Shimin's expectations, he calmly stated his plan. His words were clear and powerful, and his logic was impeccable, shocking everyone present.

When Li Shimin announced the success of the mission, the whole hall was in an uproar. The ministers looked at Li Qingge with admiration. They finally understood that this young man who had been misunderstood was actually a true hero. And at this moment, Li Qingge also found his own value and dignity.

The moonlight was still bright and the stars were still shining. On the top of the Yanyang Tower, Fang Xuanling, Zhangsun Wuji and Du Ruhui toasted and cheered for Li Qingge's success. They knew that this victory belonged not only to Li Qingge, but also to all those who dared to challenge themselves and pursue the truth. And Li Qingge's story will also become a legend and be passed down by future generations.

[In the morning, the glazed tiles of the palace glowed softly in the morning light, like a giant dragon that had just awakened, quietly guarding this prosperous imperial capital. Li Qingge, a seemingly ordinary woman, dressed in simple casual clothes, followed closely behind the burly figure of General Cheng Yaojin. Although her steps were neither hurried nor slow, her eyes flashed with subtle cunning and expectation.]

[Walking out of the palace gate, a breeze blew across my face, mixed with the fragrance of early spring flowers and the smell of fireworks in the market, making me feel relaxed and happy. Cheng Yaojin did not go straight to the military camp as usual, but turned to a quiet path leading to his own mansion. On the side of the road, peach blossoms were just blooming, and the pink petals danced lightly in the wind, as if paving a warm road home for this battle-hardened general. ]

[After entering the mansion, Cheng Yaojin actually cooked himself. This scene surprised Qin Ming who was following him. In the kitchen, the fire was jumping, the hot oil in the iron pot was crackling, Cheng Yaojin was wearing an apron, holding a spatula, and his movements were skillful and powerful. He didn't care that the sweat was sliding down his forehead, dripping into the pot, and turning into curls of hot steam. The air was filled with not only the aroma of food, but also an indescribable taste of home, warm and familiar. ]

【Qin Ming stood outside the door, looking through the half-open door, watching the busy figures, and couldn't help but feel inexplicably moved. He seemed to be able to imagine that behind those simple home-cooked dishes, there was deep affection for family members, as well as the complex emotions of toughness and tenderness on the battlefield. Qin Ming's mouth corners unconsciously rose, and the light in his eyes showed both the desire for delicious food and the envy of this warm scene.】

[The afternoon sun shines through the sparse clouds and shines on every corner of the Cheng Mansion, covering this ancient mansion with a golden coat. Cheng Yaojin takes a nap after dinner, and he still remembers the affairs of his country in his dreams. His brows are sometimes furrowed, sometimes relaxed, as if he is also planning an unknown battle in his dreams.]

[At this time, in the backyard, Li Qingge was taking care of the tender green vegetables in the sunshine. She held a small shovel and gently turned the soil. Each seedling seemed to be her child, needing her care and concern. Her movements were gentle and focused, and her eyes revealed a calmness and determination beyond ordinary people. In her eyes, this small vegetable garden was not only a place for her life, but also a pure land in her inner world. ]

[As the sun sets, the sky is stained with gorgeous sunset glow. Cheng Yaojin finally walks out of the room, puts on clean and neat clothes, and has a look of satisfaction and relief on his face. He stands in the courtyard, looking at the setting sun in the distance, with a myriad of thoughts in his mind. He knows that this peaceful day may just be the calm before the storm, but he would rather cherish this rare peace and face the upcoming unknown with a peaceful heart. ]

[At the same time, the three ministers, Changsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, and Du Ruhui, were discussing Cheng Yaojin's actions in Yanyang Tower, with confusion and worry written all over their faces. They didn't understand why His Majesty valued a person who seemed to be doing nothing so much, and they didn't understand what the deep meaning behind this was.]

[At this moment, a crisp system notification sounded in Li Qingge's mind, breaking the silence around her. She smiled slightly, secretly delighted in her heart. She knew that this was another new reward given to her by the Wuwei Lying Flat System - the golden silk soft armor. This sudden surprise made her full of confidence and expectation for the upcoming challenge.]

[As night fell, the lights in Cheng's house were on. Li Qingge sat in the study, stroking the glittering golden silk soft armor with her hands, and an unprecedented sense of power surged in her heart. She knew that this was not only a defensive treasure, but also an important weapon for her to protect herself and those around her in this game of power.]

[Looking at the bright starry sky outside the window, Li Qingge secretly vowed in her heart: No matter how bumpy the road ahead is, she will deal with it calmly with a nonchalant heart, and write a legend of her own in her own way. ]

[At this time in the Yanyang Tower, the three ministers were still immersed in their own thoughts. No one knew that in this quiet night, a story about change and growth was quietly beginning.]

Li Qingge, a woman with a graceful figure and picturesque eyes, has long been a household name in the martial arts world. Not only does she have outstanding martial arts skills, she also has an indomitable heart and always pursues a higher level of martial arts. On this day, when she saw the legendary golden silk soft armor, her heart suddenly blossomed like spring flowers, and she was overjoyed. She was originally a top master in the martial arts world, but she didn't expect the system to give her such a treasure. With the combination of the two treasures, she is not afraid of any challenge even if there are many masters in the Tang Dynasty martial arts world.

This golden soft armor is said to be incredibly strong, and is a rare treasure that has been forged through countless times of hammering. Even if you stand there and let people chop it for three days and three nights, there won't be even a crack on it. According to legend, it is as light as a feather, but it can withstand all kinds of weapons in the world, and is not affected by water or fire. It can be called the most precious treasure in the martial arts world.

Thinking of this, Li Qingge's heartbeat accelerated with excitement, and she blurted out: "Put on the golden soft armor!" Before she finished speaking, the armor seemed to be summoned, turning into a beam of soft light, gently gathering in her palm. The light dissipated, revealing a soft armor as thin as a cicada's wing, which felt extremely smooth to the touch, as if it was not something from the mortal world.

She took a closer look and found that this armor was truly extraordinary. It shone with a faint metallic luster, yet was extremely soft, as if it could dance with the wind. Even more amazingly, it could actually protect against swords, water, and fire. If the system hadn't given her a lot of good things before, she really wouldn't have believed her eyes.

Now she believed it. With this armor, she was invincible and immortal! She was so happy, thinking: "With it, I can move freely among thousands of troops and come and go freely. How exciting!" Her eyes were shining with excitement, as if she could see herself galloping in the Tang Dynasty.

However, Li Qingge suddenly realized that she seemed to be a little bit over the moon, and her face flushed. She claimed to be a pure girl, how could she suddenly have such a wild idea? She shook her head, trying to calm herself down.

"No, I have to test the power of this armor first, lest I find out it's just a decoration when we really fight." Li Qingge has always been cautious in doing things, and she has to verify the system's words herself before she believes them. So, she took a deep breath, concentrated her energy, and covered herself with the soft armor.

As she moved her mind, the armor was put on in an instant, as if it had no weight, and it emitted a soft light, covering her whole body tightly, even her face. The light was warm and soft, as if she was covered with an invisible shield.

"Wow! This armor is really all-round and has no blind spots. It not only protects my vital parts, but also every inch of my skin." Li Qingge said in amazement, reaching out to touch her face. The touch was as soft as jade and as smooth as silk, making her sigh: "It's simply an indestructible body! Why call it a golden silk soft armor? Just call it an indestructible buff."

She smiled and touched her face, feeling her skin warm and smooth, as tender as tofu. After all, she usually ate well and drank well, went to bed early and got up early, so her skin was naturally smooth and delicate, like a full moon. When she put on the armor, she felt as if she was not wearing anything, light and comfortable, and was amazed again.

"Is this Schrödinger's golden armor? Does it exist or not?" She had a doubt in her mind, worried that this armor had some special triggering conditions. If it didn't work if the conditions were not met, that would be terrible. She frowned and tried to calm herself down.

"It feels so light, how can there be any triggering conditions?" She muttered to herself, but decided to be cautious. So, she ran to the training ground with a serious face and picked up a sword to try. She thought: "It would be great if this armor could defend itself automatically, so I don't have to keep thinking about how to use it."

She was too lazy to say those chuunibyou words to activate the armor, so she just used the sword to gently stab her palm. Unexpectedly, the place where the tip of the sword just touched was like being blocked by the metal armor, and it couldn't penetrate at all. She used a little force, and then she felt that the tip of the sword encountered an obstacle, and the armor had absorbed all the power of the sword.

"Wow! This is too awesome!" Li Qingge jumped up excitedly, "It can defend automatically! The system really understands me. It gave me such a lazy way of guarding, but it is still absolute defense!" She smiled happily, as if she had already seen her invincible figure in the world.

She quickly thanked the system, and then became even more ecstatic. With this absolute defense, what was she afraid of? Even if the best swordsman in the Tang Dynasty came, he couldn't hurt her. She stood with a sword in her hand, her eyes flashing with confidence and unruly light.

And every time the sword hit the armor, the system would remind her how much the defense value had decreased. But the defense value was followed by a long string of nines, as if it had not decreased at all. She smiled and shook her head, thinking: "This system is really considerate, even the defense value is shown to me in such detail."

"Hahaha! Tang Dynasty, I, Li Qingge, am here! Tomorrow I will let you know what it means to be truly invincible!" She stood with a sword in hand, looking up to the sky and laughing, her eyes full of disdain for everyone. Her laughter was crisp and pleasant, as if it carried endless confidence and pride. She knew that with this golden soft armor, she would write her own legendary chapter in the Tang Dynasty.

After laughing, he casually put down the gleaming sword and yawned one after another, as if all the fatigue of the past few days was poured out at this moment. He walked into the bedroom lazily, with heavy steps, and looked exhausted. Li Qingge, who was once a popular favorite of the emperor, now looked so ordinary, as if all the glory and brilliance were isolated with the closing of the door.

"This job is fun. Even if I have the best defense and strength, I don't want to compete for the empty title of 'Number One in the World'." She muttered to herself, with a hint of self-mockery and relief in her voice. "Number One in the World? How can it be as comfortable as lying in bed!" As she spoke, she smiled gently, and that smile showed her indifference to worldly fame and fortune, as well as her helplessness about her own situation.

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The next day, as the sky was just turning pale, a faint morning light penetrated the mist, casting a mysterious veil over this ancient imperial city. In the palace hall, officials stood neatly at the foot of hundreds of steps, their shadows elongated in the morning light, looking both solemn and nervous. Everyone was talking, and the topic revolved around one person - Li Qingge.

"This guy was a favorite of the emperor yesterday, but in the blink of an eye he was thrown a hot potato. If he fails to complete the mission, his life will be in danger." An old minister whispered, his eyes full of worry.

"Yes, I heard that this mission is extremely dangerous. Even a general with extraordinary skills cannot guarantee that it will be foolproof." Another official took over, his voice trembling a little.

Thinking of this, everyone was confused. They exchanged glances with each other, trying to find a trace of comfort or answer in each other's eyes.

"I went to see General Cheng yesterday, hoping that he would plead with His Majesty to revoke his order, but he was so happy that he said this was a good opportunity for his son to gain experience." An old minister had a sad face, shook his head, and his eyes were full of doubts. His words were like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.

When these words came out, the surrounding generals were all stunned. They looked at each other, as if they couldn't believe their ears.

"Experience? It sounds very grand, but if you succeed, it's all great, and if you fail, you can learn from the lesson and keep trying. But Li Qingge's experience, if he fails, it's a matter of losing his head. How can it be compared to ordinary experience?" A young general couldn't help but say, with a bit of indignation and confusion in his voice.

"This... General Cheng probably doesn't realize the seriousness of the matter. The king never jokes. If his son messes up, His Majesty will not show mercy." Another general murmured, his eyes full of worry.

"Experience? This is not experience at all, it's simply pushing you into a fire pit!" sighed an old minister, his voice full of helplessness and indignation.

"Could it be that His Majesty saw that General Cheng had no ability and deliberately gave him a difficult problem?" As soon as these words came out, everyone's faces darkened. They realized that things were not simple. Everyone knew that Li Qingge was a mediocre boy. But His Majesty trusted her and asked for her opinion on everything big and small. Everyone was so anxious that they thought His Majesty must have been bewitched by something.

Suddenly one day, His Majesty seemed to wake up and began to distance himself from this former favorite. Thinking of the ridiculous things she had done in the past, His Majesty was even more furious. But if you want to suddenly kick out a favorite, there must be a reason. So everyone speculated whether His Majesty wanted to take this opportunity to wipe out the Cheng family father and son. Thinking of His Majesty's iron-fisted approach during the Xuanwu Gate Incident, everyone was nervous.

"This is a tricky matter. General Cheng might also be implicated." An old minister whispered, his voice full of worry and helplessness.

"That's right. If General Cheng can't save his son, can General Tieniu just sit back and do nothing? With his hot temper, he might risk his life to make a suggestion. If that angers the emperor, it will be troublesome." Another official took over, his eyes flashing with worry and uneasiness.

"Could it be that... Your Majesty also... General Tie Niu..." Before he finished speaking, everyone's faces changed drastically. They realized that things had reached a critical juncture and a storm seemed to be approaching.

"When the birds are all gone, the bows are put away; when the rabbits are dead, the dogs are cooked." Will this historical lesson be repeated on the Cheng family father and son? The old officials were so scared that they trembled all over, their faces as pale as paper. They looked at each other, their eyes full of fear and despair.

"Go to court!" At this moment, a young eunuch came slowly with a whisk in his hand and shouted in a shrill voice. His voice was like a sharp knife, instantly cutting through the silence of the hall.

The ministers' hearts were in their throats. They were originally worried about Li Qingge, but now they began to fear their own fate. His Majesty's mind is really unfathomable! They walked into the hall respectfully with trepidation.

Suddenly, they found Fang Xuanling and others smiling, with a mysterious look in their eyes. They seemed to have anticipated everything in front of them, as if everything was under their control.

"Why should you worry, my lords? Everything His Majesty does is out of helplessness and for the sake of the overall situation! How could he do something that you are worried about?" Fang Xuanling said with a smile. There was a mystery in his words, as if every sentence contained deep meaning.

"Sir, do you have any good ideas?" An old minister's face changed and he asked in a low voice. His voice was full of expectation and anxiety, as if he hoped Fang Xuanling could give them a clear answer.

"I'm not worthy of your wise advice. But what I want to say is, when has Your Majesty ever done anything unreasonable? Since you have given the important task to General Cheng, you must believe that he can complete it." Fang Xuanling said calmly, "Even if he can't complete it, Your Majesty will find a way to help him." His words were like a reassurance, which made the originally anxious ministers feel a little relieved.

After saying this, Fang Xuanling smiled and walked through the court, leaving all the officials in shock. They looked at each other, and finally realized what was going on. It turned out that Lord Fang was telling everyone that His Majesty was not trying to embarrass Li Qingge but was testing and training her.

Thinking of this, everyone's knot in their hearts was immediately untied, and their mood suddenly became brighter. It turned out that His Majesty did not want Li Qingge's life but wanted her to make meritorious deeds! If it goes as expected, Li Qingge's status will rise rapidly, and she may even become an important official who is second only to the emperor.

Thinking of this, everyone couldn't help but start to wonder: Your Majesty, Your Majesty, you still say that he is not your illegitimate son? Although this was just a joke, it revealed the ministers' speculation and expectations about Li Qingge's future status.

"If you have any, please report early. If not, please leave the court." Li Shimin sat on the dragon throne calmly, smiling and speaking in a loud and powerful voice. He seemed to have everything under control and knew the ministers' thoughts very well.

The officials looked at each other, but no one stood up to speak. At the beginning of the morning court session, everyone was still thinking about risking their lives to make suggestions, but now they all understood that making suggestions at this time would hinder Li Qingge's career and anger His Majesty. So the best choice was to wait and see.

"Since there is nothing else to do, let's adjourn the court." Li Shimin smiled and waved his hand, signaling the young eunuch to adjourn the court. His smile was both majestic and kind, as if a father was watching his child grow up.

The young eunuch understood what he meant, and hurriedly picked up the memorial and followed Li Shimin into the inner hall. His steps were brisk and quick, as if he was also happy about the successful conclusion of this morning court session. Outside the hall, the sun had already filled the entire imperial city, and a new day had begun.

(End of this chapter)