My father, Li Shimin, requests Your Majesty to become the Retired Emperor.

Soga no Emishi encountered Inugami Odenkuchi on the street and saved his life.

Soon after, Soga no Emishi discovered that Inugami Odakuchi was shrewd and capable.

He has excellent physical fitness and outstanding martial arts skills; he's definitely got some skills.

then,

Soga no Emishi gradually promoted him to higher ranks, and in less than three years, he was promoted from a common soldier to a vice-general.

Soga no Emishi didn't like to get involved in things, so he delegated some tasks to Inugami Odenkuchi.

In this way, Inugami Oda Kuchi placed his own confidants in the army and gradually seized power.

Soga no Emishi's wife, Hōtō-en, came from a prestigious family and provided him with significant support.

Soga no Emishi didn't like his wife very much, perhaps because she was too domineering.

Soga no Emishi heard that in the western part of Nambazu, there was a famous young and beautiful woman named Chili Pepper.

That little chili pepper lives alone.

Soga no Emishi often went to take care of her life.

Soga no Emishi was attracted to Chili's beauty and gentleness;

Little Chili also coveted Soga Emishi's power and wealth.

Soon, the two became lovers, inseparable and affectionate.

On this day, Chili said to Soga Ezo, "We can't keep doing this in secret forever, can we?"

"Things will eventually need to be resolved. Marry me."

Soga no Emishi quickly waved his hand: "How can that be? I have a tigress at home."

When Little Chili heard him say that, she said in an annoyed tone, "So you're a henpecked husband and a good-for-nothing, huh?"

I've been with you for so long, are you just going to treat me like this all this time?

"If that's the case, I'll kill myself!"

As Little Chili finished speaking, she grabbed a pair of scissors, pointed them at her own neck, and prepared to commit suicide.

Soga no Emishi was terrified and quickly snatched the scissors away.

Soga no Emishi was forced into a corner and went back to his wife, Fati Langyuan, to discuss the matter.

Fati Langyuan was so angry that she cried and made a scene, accusing him of being fickle and heartless.

Fatiro told Soga no Emishi's father, Soga no Umako, about the matter.

Soga no Umako called Soga no Emishi over and gave him a good scolding.

The matter was dropped.

Soga no Emishi was very distressed by this.

One night,

Little Chili was sleeping in her room when suddenly the door opened.

Little Chili thought it was Soga Emishi who had arrived, but in reality, it was Inugami Odakuchi who came.

Good things don't go out, bad things pass thousands of miles.

Inugami Odenkuchi also heard that Soga no Emishi had a very beautiful woman outside.

then,

So he sneaked over.

Little Chili quickly covered herself with the blanket and asked in surprise, "Who are you? What do you want in my room in the middle of the night?"

Inuue Odenkuchi leered, "Aren't you lonely living here all by yourself? I'll keep you company!"

Get out of my way!

Do you know that I am Soga Ezo's woman?

"You're trying to take advantage of me? Aren't you afraid Soga no Emishi will cause you trouble?"

Upon hearing this, Inugami Odenkuchi laughed loudly: "If I'm afraid, I won't do it; if I do it, I won't be afraid."

You have to comply today, whether you like it or not!

As Inugami Odenkuchi finished speaking, he started tearing at Chili's clothes.

"Don't touch me!"

Little Chili Pepper fought back desperately.

Finally, Inugami Odenkuchi drew his sword and roared, "You wretched woman, if you resist again, I'll kill you!"

Little Chili is, after all, a weak woman; she has never experienced anything like this before.

He was frightened by the dog-like Oden shovel.

After taking advantage of Chili, Inugami Oda-kuchi left satisfied.

one day,

Soga Emishi came to visit Chili Pepper, and Chili Pepper tearfully recounted the whole story to him.

Upon hearing this, Soga no Emishi trembled with rage, gritting his teeth in hatred: "Inugami Mitabuchi, you've gone too far!"

However, after calming down and thinking about it, Soga no Emishi realized that he had been sidelined.

Most of his men are now under Inugami Oden's command.

Soga no Ezo held Chili in his arms and comforted her in every way: "Don't be sad. I will definitely get revenge for you."

But how can we stand up for Little Chili?

Soga no Emishi thought it over and over and decided to invite Inugami Odenkuchi to dinner. They could talk about anything they wanted to say.

then,

Soga no Emishi then set up a banquet at an inn in Chang'an and invited Inu-kami Oda-kumi to eat alone.

After a few rounds of drinks, the food lost its flavor.

Soga no Ezo put down his wine glass: "Brother, Chili is my woman. Don't mess with her anymore."

That's the end of it. I'll pretend nothing happened.

Logically speaking, Soga no Emishi's achievement in reaching this level is already quite remarkable.

To everyone's surprise, Inugami Odenkusa looked displeased: "Don't you already have a wife?"

Why are you eating what's in your bowl while also looking for what's in the pot?

I'm still single, so wouldn't it be perfect if we each had one?

"Just give me the little chili pepper."

Inugami Oda-kuchi is just that shameless.

Soga no Emishi sighed deeply: "Very well, so be it."

I'll talk to Little Chili. If she's willing to marry you, then I'll give her to you. What do you say?

"Okay, it's settled then."

Fueled by alcohol, Soga no Emishi found Chili and told her about the incident.

"Snapped!"

Little Chili gave Soga Ezo a slap across the face.

This also stunned Soga no Ezo.

Soga no Emishi, covering his cheek with his hand, said, "You hit me?"

"I hit you, didn't I?" Chili cried and yelled. "I was so blind! You're not a man. Is this what a man should say?"

Soga no Ezo was also stunned by the little chili pepper.

If you truly love him, I'll grant your wish.

Little Chili cried bitterly, "I belong to you in life and in death, how could I possibly be with that beast?"

Seeing how deeply Chili loved him, Soga no Ezo held her in his arms and comforted her in every way.

Later, the imperial court wanted to select envoys to go on a mission to the Tang Dynasty.

That would be a golden opportunity to enhance one's resume.

Inugami Oden also wanted to go, but he wasn't of high enough status.

Despite past grievances, Soga no Emishi recommended Inugami Mitaku to King Shumei.

In this way, Inugami Oda Kuchi got the opportunity to be sent as an envoy to the Tang Dynasty.

Inugami Mitaku made a meritorious mission to the Tang Dynasty, learning many of the Central Plains' systems, agricultural techniques, and Buddhist scriptures.

King Shuming promoted him to a higher official position, and now Inugami Mitaku is all-powerful and arrogant.

Moreover, besides causing trouble for Chili every now and then, Inugami Oda Kuchi also secretly flirted with the Queen and mingled together.

Soga no Emishi was extremely troubled and felt like crying.

After he finished recounting the events, Li Chenggan, Songtsen Gampo, Queen Seondeok, Qin Ying, and others were all deeply moved.

Soga no Emishi, overcome with grief, burst into tears again: "Your Highness, gentlemen, I have been terribly bullied by Inugami Odenkusa! I beg you to help me get revenge!"