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

Wei Yice was a famous general of the Tubo Kingdom. He loved swordsmanship from a young age and visited many masters in famous mountains and rivers. Finally, he mastered a swordsmanship that he believed to be invincible.

He had used this sword technique to defeat many swordsmen from Tibet and neighboring countries, and therefore was very arrogant.

He was not convinced by Li Chengqian's perfect sword technique, believing that Li Chengqian was just a name without substance.

On one hand, he wanted to challenge Li Chenggan at this banquet.

He felt that if he could defeat Li Chenggan, he would become famous.

On the other hand, Princess Chizun had contacted him last night.

Princess Chizun cried like a baby:

Firstly, because Princess Wencheng came.

Princess Chizun would have to abdicate in favor of Princess Wencheng.

Princess Wencheng will become Songtsen Gampo's queen.

She could only be demoted to an ordinary concubine.

Secondly, Princess Chizun believed that Li Chengqian had already been deposed and was being hunted down by Li Shimin. She argued that keeping Li Chengqian alive would invite Li Shimin's revenge.

Why not kill Li Chenggan and take his head to Chang'an to claim a reward?

In that case, Li Shimin would definitely be very happy.

Wei Yize expressed sympathy and understanding for Princess Chizun's situation, and also agreed with her views.

Wei Yice felt that he had also made many military achievements.

However, now that Grand Minister Shangnang is closer to Songtsen Gampo, he feels very unbalanced.

He felt that Songtsen Gampo had treated him unfairly.

Wei Yice also felt resentful.

This time, he felt it was a good opportunity to show his skills.

Once Li Chengan dies, many troubles will be avoided, and he will also receive a reward from the Great Khan of the Tang Dynasty.

Wei Yize felt that Songtsen Gampo's thinking had been influenced by Li Chenggan, and he was no longer able to distinguish right from wrong.

He couldn't understand why the clever Songtsen Gampo couldn't outmaneuver Li Chenggan.

Li Chenggan is now only bringing disaster to Tibet. Why can't Songtsen Gampo understand this? He still treats Li Chenggan as a distinguished guest. He must be crazy.

Thinking of this, Wei Yize resolved to kill Li Chenggan. He increased the force in his arm, the sword flashing and exuding a chilling aura.

Wei Yize ostensibly performed a sword dance to enhance the drinking atmosphere, but in reality, he used the opportunity to assassinate Li Chenggan.

He kept circling around, never straying from Li Chengqian's vital points.

At this moment, Grand Chancellor Shang Nang jumped out, drew his sword, and said, "Wei Yice, it's not very interesting for you to dance with your sword alone. I'll dance with you."

Grand Chancellor Shang Nang spread his arms to protect Li Chenggan behind him.

Wei Yize tried to make a move several times, but was stopped by Grand Minister Shang Nang.

Seeing that Wei Yize had no chance of succeeding, Princess Chizun placed the wine cup she had been holding on the table.

That's the code.

This signaled to Wei Yize that he could stop.

Wei Yize feinted, jumped out of the circle, and sheathed his sword: "Grand Minister Shangnang, I never expected your swordsmanship to be so superb."

"Likewise." Grand Minister Shang Nang also put away his sword.

Wei Yice turned his gaze to Li Chengan and asked intentionally, "Your Highness, how did I dance just now?"

Li Chengan saw this and knew perfectly well that Wei Yize harbored ill intentions towards him. However, there was no need to expose him in this situation: "General, your swordsmanship is very unique. Every move is novel and refreshing!"

"So, with my swordsmanship, where would I rank in your Tang Dynasty?" Wei Yize asked arrogantly.

Li Chengan was very displeased upon hearing this, thinking to himself that this person was ungrateful. It was one thing to praise him, but he actually took it seriously.

Li Chengan really wanted to scold him, but in front of Songtsen Gampo, he felt it wasn't necessary: ​​"Some time ago, I was busy with the western expedition to the Western Regions..."

Recently, I went on a diplomatic mission to the eastern Wa (Japan), so I haven't had a chance to visit those swordsmen yet.

So, with your current level, it's hard to say where you'd rank in our Great Tang Dynasty.

However, your swordsmanship is undoubtedly among the best.

"Then, how does my invincible swordsmanship compare to your perfect swordsmanship?"

"Uh—," Li Chengan was even more displeased upon hearing this, thinking to himself that this guy was really taking advantage of him and he really wanted to teach him a lesson.

Li Chengan suppressed his anger again and again. "General, didn't I just say that?"

Lately, I've been so busy with this and that that I've hardly had time to practice swordsmanship. How could I possibly compare to you?

Upon hearing Li Chengan's words, Wei Yize gave up and returned to his original position.

Grand Minister Shangnang bowed to Songtsen Gampo and Princess Wencheng, then bowed to Li Chenggan, before taking his seat.

Li Chenggan understood that Grand Chancellor Shang Nang was protecting him, and therefore he was very grateful to him.

Princess Chizun was very disappointed that Wei Yize had failed to eliminate Li Chengqian.

However, it is not apparent on the surface.

Princess Chizun smiled slightly: "Your Majesty, Princess Wencheng, in three days you will be holding your wedding ceremony. Here, I sincerely wish you a long and happy marriage and many children."

Upon hearing this, Princess Wencheng smiled and said, "Sister, thank you for your blessing."

"We are deeply honored to have the Crown Prince of Tang and the Princess of Baekje here today."

Next, we'll perform one more act to enhance the drinking experience.

Songtsen Gampo was in a good mood today and had drunk quite a bit of wine. He had no idea that Wei Yize had tried to assassinate Li Chenggan earlier.

At this moment, he heard that Princess Chizun was going to perform a new program, and he laughed and said, "Great! My beloved consort, what other programs do you have? Hurry up and perform!"

Princess Chizun clapped her hands, and a moment later, a person walked in from outside the hall.

Li Chengan glanced at the man and saw that he was over eight feet tall, thin, dressed in black, with high cheekbones, sharp features, sunken eyes, a hooked nose, and a goatee.

At the same time, the man pushed over a tall, black wooden box.

The box was square and neat, and no one knew what was inside. The visitor was none other than Gar Tsenpo's elder brother, Gar Tsen Nieduobu.

This man's temperament was very different from that of Lu Dongzan.

Gar Tongtsen was a high-ranking official in Tibet and was extremely loyal to Songtsen Gampo, while this person was completely subservient to Princess Bhrikuti.

After Galtsen Nyedobu entered the hall, he only bowed to Songtsen Gampo, but did not bow to Li Chenggan, Princess Wencheng, or Fuyu Fengmei.

He was arrogant and looked down on everyone, as if he didn't care about anyone. He seemed very haughty and conceited.

Princess Chizun asked, "Why are you pushing this box?"

"Your Highness, today I'm going to perform a trick for everyone to enhance the drinking experience." He was quite gentle in his attitude towards Princess Chizun.

"What trick is it?"

"Your Highness, please don't be anxious. You will find out soon."

"Let's take a look at this box first."

As Garzan Nyedobu finished speaking, he opened the two doors on the front of the box and rotated it 360 degrees. Everyone could see clearly that the wooden box was empty.

He continued to introduce himself to the crowd, saying, "Wait a moment, I'll go inside."

"After about half an incense stick's time, open the box again, and you'll know the answer."

Fu Yu Fengmei was very curious when she heard this, wondering what kind of trick he was playing.

Buyeo Pung-mi asked Yi Seung-gan, "Your Highness, what is he doing?"

Li Chengqian smiled but did not answer: "Let's continue reading."

Fuyu Fengmei said to Garzan Niedob, "May I examine your box to see if there are any hidden mechanisms inside?"

"Of course," Garzan Nyedob replied.

So, Buyeo Pungmi stood up, walked to the large box, opened its two doors, and examined it carefully. She found that the box was no different from an ordinary box and had no mechanism.

Fu Yu Fengmei said to everyone, "I have already checked this box. It is indeed just an ordinary box, with nothing special about it."

Everyone shared the same opinion as Buyeo Bongmi.

Buyeo Pungmi returned to her seat and whispered to Lee Seung-gan, "Your Highness, I really can't figure out what this person is up to. Has he lost his mind?"

"I don't know if water got in, but I suspect there's going to be some interesting stuff coming up. Did you put in what I told you to put in earlier?"

"That's natural."

Fu Yu Fengmei deliberately pulled out her chest, and then quietly gave Li Chenggan a high five.

At this moment, Garzan Nyedob crawled into the box and then gently closed the door.

After about half an incense stick's time, Princess Chizun stood up and walked to the box.

He opened the double doors of the box with both hands.

However, to everyone's surprise, Garzan Nyedob was no longer in the box.

Everyone who saw it found it very amazing and couldn't understand how it could happen.

Fu Yu Fengmei stood up, her eyes wide, pointed at the box, and asked, "Where is the living person?"

The crowd looked at each other, glanced around, but couldn't find Garzan Nyadobu.

Buyeo Pungmi asked Yi Seung-gan, "Your Highness, do you know where he went?"

Li Chengqian wrinkled his nose, sniffed, and pointed to the top of the palace: "He must be up there."

Everyone looked up and saw Garzan Niedobu on the roof beam.

He poked his head out, then his legs floated down, and he landed on the ground.

Li Chengan led the applause: "Such skill is truly amazing, it's truly admirable!"

Everyone applauded.

Garzan Nyedobu looked puzzled.

Princess Chizun looked at Li Chengan and asked, "How did you discover that I was on the palace roof?"

Li Chengan put his hands in his sleeves and laughed, "It's nothing. It's undeniable that your movements are very fast, and we all admire you."

However, even the fastest movements always leave some clues.

Garzan Nyedobu retorted defiantly, "You must have guessed correctly just now. I'll perform again and see if you can still guess where I am!"

"That's possible."

Buyeo Bongmi said, "What kind of trick are you playing?"

How come a living person disappears as soon as they enter the box?

I need to check this box again.

Princess Wencheng also said, "Let me see too."

then,

Buyeo Pungmye and Princess Munseong inspected the box again but found nothing wrong with it.

Princess Wencheng and Buyeo Pungmye returned to their seats.

Garzan Nyadobu crawled back into the large box.

Then, he closed the two doors again.

After about half an incense stick's time, Princess Chizun said, "I'll open the door."

This time, Fu Yu Fengmei said, "Wait a moment, I won't trouble you this time. I'll open it myself!"

Princess Chizun smiled and said, "That's fine too!"

So, Buyeo Bongmi walked up to the box.

She was getting a little nervous.

She gently opened the box again and found it was still empty.

Fu Yu Fengmei first rotated the box 360 degrees for everyone to see, and everyone noticed that the box was empty.

Fu Yu Fengmei was very puzzled, wondering where this guy had hidden this time.

She turned around, about to speak to Li Chengqian, when she discovered that the ugly ghost had suddenly appeared behind Li Chengqian, holding a rope in his hand, and had it looped around Li Chengqian's neck.

Fu Yu Fengmei screamed in fright, "Your Highness, be careful! He's behind you!"

Fortunately, Li Chenggan reacted quickly and grabbed the rope with both hands.

Garzan Niedobu then dragged Li Chenggan backward, and the rope tightened more and more.

Li Chengan gripped the rope with his left hand and pulled backward, finally catching his breath.

He used his right hand to untie the rope around his neck.

However, the noose was very tight and could not be untied in a hurry.

Garzan Niedobu dragged Li Chengan around the box in the hall.

Songtsen Gampo was also taken aback and asked loudly, "Garzan Nyedobu, what are you doing?"

Li Chengan is our honored guest, how could you treat him like this? Let go right now!

Garzan Nyedobu continued to spin Li Chenggan around, saying, "Your Majesty, you are mistaken. Li Chenggan is no longer the Crown Prince."

He is a target of the Heavenly Khan's pursuit; if we keep him alive, he will become a disaster for Tibet.

Today, I will kill him and eliminate the worries of our Tibetan people.

"Let go quickly!" Songtsen Gampo suddenly stood up.

Garzan Nyedobu was no ordinary man either. He once led his army to pacify the Supi and Yangtong tribes with Songtsen Gampo, expanding the territory and making outstanding contributions. He was a senior figure in Tibet.

Even Songtsen Gampo had to give him some leeway.

Grand Chancellor Shang Nang was also bewildered by this sudden change.

He was about to draw his sword and step forward to rescue Li Chenggan when he was unknowingly blocked behind him by Wei Yize.

Songtsen Gampo shouted towards the door, "Guards! Seize this madman for me!"

However, no matter how long he called out, not a single guard came in.

Songtsen Gampo asked, "What's going on? Where have all the guards gone?"

Princess Chizun remained calm: "These past few days have been a joyous occasion; they must all be out drinking."

"How dare you!" Songtsen Gampo stomped his feet in anger.

At this moment, the center of the hall had changed.

Suddenly, a beautiful figure flashed in from outside the palace gate, and with a light flick of her right hand, she stabbed Garzan Nyedob in the left shoulder.

The longsword was pulled back, and blood spurted out immediately.

"Ouch, that hurts so much!"

Garzan Niedob also let go of the rope in his hand.

Everyone turned to look, and saw a beautiful woman appear in the hall; the woman was none other than Qu Zhili.

Her face was frosty, and she exuded a murderous aura.

Li Chengan finally untied the rope around his neck, and with a burst of strength in his waist, he sprang to his feet.

He moved behind Garzan Nyedob with lightning speed and casually put the rope around Garzan Nyedob's neck.

Immediately afterwards, Li Chengan reached into Garzan Niedob's pocket and pulled something out.

"Didn't you just ask me how I knew you were on the roof?"

That's why.