roccoschili Chapter 203: Can Li Tai also move in?
Chapter 203: Can Li Tai also move in?
Xianyang City, this now famous metropolis, is so prosperous that it is beyond imagination, so there is no need to spend too much time describing it in detail.
On the streets, people come and go, and shops are lined up one after another, selling all kinds of things, which is dazzling.
The taverns and teahouses were packed with guests, and laughter and joyful music intertwined with the sound of stringed instruments, floating over the city.
Compared with the current Chang'an City, the prosperity and grandeur of Xianyang City is at least five levels higher.
Li Zhi held the map in his hand and walked slowly along the street. His eyes frequently switched between the signs on the map and the surrounding architectural scenery, his heart filled with curiosity about the unknown.
After passing through many streets and alleys and going through many twists and turns, he finally saw the sanatorium for meritorious officials of the Tang Dynasty.
Li Zhi had heard of this sanatorium for the heroes of the Tang Dynasty a long time ago. He knew that it was a holy place for recuperation specially established for those who had made great military achievements and outstanding contributions to the Tang Dynasty.
But at this moment his heart was full of doubts and confusion.
What achievements did Fourth Brother Li Tai have? Why was he even placed here?
In his opinion, those who could live here were all as brave and fearless as Li Ji on the battlefield, charging into battle.
There are heroes of the Tang Dynasty who are as resourceful as Li Jing and have made many outstanding achievements, or as loyal as Yuchi Jingde and have made great contributions to protecting his master.
He racked his brains and thought hard, but he couldn't figure out why his fourth brother moved in here.
He had no idea that if it weren't for Li Shimin's special favor, Li Tai, who had no outstanding achievements, had committed the crime of treason and was demoted to a commoner, would never have had the opportunity to set foot in this sanatorium.
In fact, Li Tai was just living a life of idleness in prison, relying solely on Li Shimin to live a good life.
Li Zhi raised his head and looked at the plaque hanging high above the gate of the sanatorium for meritorious officials of the Tang Dynasty. His thoughts drifted back to the instructions his royal brother had given him.
The emperor's brother once told him that the rear of the sanatorium was a residential area specially arranged for the princes and princesses.
When he thought that he had not seen the lovely Sizi and Ayuan for more than half a year, his heart was filled with a strong sense of longing and concern.
"I wonder how they are doing in this sanatorium? Have they suffered any injustice?" He kept muttering to himself.
"After I have properly completed the tasks entrusted to me by His Majesty, I will definitely go and see these two sisters and confirm with my own eyes that they are safe."
At the entrance of the sanatorium, eight guards in golden armor stood majestically.
They stood proudly, their golden armor gleaming with the light of wealth, their hands tightly gripping the golden hammers, their eyes filled with alertness.
Seeing that Li Zhi was about to enter the sanatorium, they walked straight forward without hesitation and blocked his way.
After his previous experiences in Xianyang City, Li Zhi was mentally prepared for the strict security here, and did not show any surprise or dissatisfaction at the moment.
He cooperated very well and took out his pass from his pocket and handed it to the golden-armored guard in front of him.
The golden-armored guard took the document, examined it carefully, nodded slightly, and said in a tone neither humble nor arrogant, "Since Your Highness the Prince of Jin has come here on the orders of His Majesty, he may enter."
"But you are not allowed to bring guards in here. Only His Royal Highness Prince Jin can go in alone."
Upon hearing this, Li Zhi just nodded calmly to show his understanding.
He turned around and whispered a few words to his guards, asking them to wait patiently at the door. Then he followed a golden-armored guard into the Tang Dynasty Meritorious Officials Sanatorium.
As soon as Li Zhi entered the sanatorium, he was shocked by the scene inside.
Li Zhi’s first reaction to this place was the extreme grandeur and luxury.
Looking around, pavilions and towers are scattered around in an orderly manner. Each tower is built exquisitely and delicately, with flying eaves, brackets, carved beams and painted buildings, showing the ingenuity of the work.
The rockery and waterside pavilions are also fully equipped. The rockery has various shapes, and the pavilions stand by the lake, and the lake water is crystal clear.
The carefully placed lounge chairs by the lake seem to be quietly telling of the leisure and comfort here.
As Li Zhi strolled through it, he even had a trance-like illusion, as if this was the real imperial palace. Its exquisite elegance made him feel much more comfortable than the grandeur of the imperial palace.
The golden-armored guards led Li Zhi slowly along the winding path by the lake. Soon, they arrived in front of the largest mansion by the lake. The mansion was magnificent, with its vermilion gate tightly closed.
"Your Highness Prince Jin, Li Tai is inside." The golden-armored guard said this and then retreated respectfully.
Li Zhi nodded slightly, and after the golden-armored guards left, he was about to take a step forward, but suddenly he froze in place.
Above the mansion, there was a striking plaque hanging high, on which were clearly engraved the three large characters "Tian Ce Mansion".
Li Zhi couldn't help but widen his eyes, his heart filled with shock and confusion: "Isn't this the sign for my father's residence? How did it appear here?"
He looked around carefully again, becoming more and more certain that he was not mistaken. The layout and location here seemed to indicate that this should be the core of the entire Tang Dynasty Meritorious Officials Sanatorium.
Look at the rippling artificial lake in front of the mansion and the lounge chairs placed on the roadside.
Li Zhi was even more puzzled. "How could Fourth Brother be treated so well now? Why not just let him live in the palace? Why did I have to travel all the way to this nursing home to see him?"
Li Zhi, full of suspicion, slowly approached the gate of Tiance Mansion.
Before he could reach out and knock on the door, an old maid slowly opened it. Li Zhi looked closely and blurted out in surprise, "Madame Sun, why are you here?"
Nanny Sun narrowed her eyes and carefully examined the young man in front of her. After hesitating for a moment, she said, "You...you are His Royal Highness the Prince of Jin?"
Li Zhi nodded quickly and said, "Yes, Madam Sun, why are you here? Haven't you been in the palace all along? Did His Majesty send you here to take care of Fourth Brother?"
At this moment, Li Zhi was really confused by the situation. If he didn't know clearly that this was a sanatorium, he would probably have mistakenly thought that he had come to the palace.
Nanny Sun shook her head gently and said, "Your Majesty sent me here. Is Your Highness the Prince of Jin looking for the Fourth Young Master?"
Li Zhi nodded again and said, "Yes. I have something to ask Fourth Brother. His Majesty has something for me to deliver to him."
Nanny Sun nodded slightly and said, "Then Your Highness Prince Jin, please come in with me."