Li Shimin faked his death? Then I will be powerful enough to conquer the world!

Chapter 132 Fang Xuanling is old

Li Zhi collapsed on the bed with a look of despair written all over his face.

He had originally thought that he could visit Mei Niang during the New Year, but the reality was as helpless as he expected, and he was arranged to coax his two younger sisters.

He took great pains to finally coax the two little guys into quieting down.

Dragging his body exhausted, Li Zhi slowly returned to his room. After a long sigh, he blew out the light contentedly, hoping to fall asleep quickly.

However, an hour passed and Li Zhi was still tossing and turning in bed, unable to fall asleep.

He just felt that he was in a terrible state.

It’s over, the sky is falling! I can’t even sleep!

What’s worse is that he has early classes waiting for him tomorrow.

At this moment, the world was complete where Li Zhi was the only one injured!

On the first day of the new year, all departments of Changan have resumed normal operations.

Although the festive atmosphere still permeated the city and the streets and alleys were still filled with the festive atmosphere of the New Year, officials had already begun to perform their duties.

Every official's face was filled with joyful smiles. After all, the gifts distributed by His Majesty last night were extremely generous, incomparable to the past. This gave them a lot of surprises and motivation at the beginning of the new year.

Early in the morning, Mr. Qi, Fang Xuanling and Li Wei were waiting in the Liangyi Hall.

Li Chengqian noticed the three men had arrived and asked in confusion, "Today is the first day of the new year, and there's no urgent errand. Why are you here at Liangyi Hall so early in the morning?"

Mr. Qi looked at Li Chengqian helplessly and said slowly, "Your Majesty, your wedding is next month. Didn't Imperial Master Yuan set it for the second day of the second month?"

"This is a matter of great importance to the royal heirs and the stability of the country. Naturally, we dare not slack off in the slightest."

Li Chengqian nodded slightly after hearing what Mr. Qi said. "I understand, but even so, there's no need for so many of you to come."

"This isn't a huge problem!"

"Send me a memorial and I'll approve it."

Fang Xuanling felt a headache when he saw Li Chengqian's nonchalant expression. He tried to persuade him earnestly, "Your Majesty! You are already 23 years old!"

"Don't even mention the royal family! Even in ordinary families, children would be running around at this age. Who wouldn't be anxious? The late emperor got married at fourteen!"

Li Chengqian remained unconvinced: "There's no rush, it's okay to get married later."

Seeing Li Chengqian's attitude, Fang Xuanling said anxiously, "Your Majesty! In the Tang Dynasty, where else can you find a man of this age who is still unmarried?"

The moment he said this, he seemed to realize something and stopped talking.

When Mr. Qi heard this, he couldn't help but cough awkwardly, trying to cover up the sudden awkward atmosphere.

Fang Xuanling glanced at Mr. Qi dimly and said persistently, "Grand Master Qi, you are still the Grand Master of the Tang Dynasty, holding a high position. I believe you are twenty-five now, right?"

"Why haven't you gotten married yet? It's fine if you don't get married, but don't lead His Majesty astray!"

Mr. Qi felt a little embarrassed when Fang Xuanling said this. He touched his nose subconsciously, and a hint of embarrassment appeared in his eyes.

Li Chengqian smiled slightly upon seeing this, and tried to smooth things over by saying, "Prime Minister Fang, you are right. It's just that the weather is cold, so you should be careful not to catch a cold."

As he spoke, Li Chengqian gently pulled Fang Xuanling's robe to wrap it more tightly.

"Prime Minister Fang, there's no need to worry about anything yourself. For example, this morning, you came all the way from the Cabinet Office to Liangyi Palace. I'm really worried about your health."

"Li Ji and Cheng Yaojin are younger than you and have already submitted their retirement letters to me. They can now rest in peace in Xianyang, but I still cannot do without you, Prime Minister Fang."

"You are sixty-four years old this year. If you need anything, just tell Master Qi to do it. He is young and strong, and you only need to speak!"

Although the prime minister system has been abolished, people still respect Fang Xuanling and are still accustomed to calling him prime minister.

If nothing unexpected happens, he will be the last prime minister!

Fang Xuanling held Li Chengqian's hand tightly and said earnestly, "Your Majesty, I am still strong and can still serve you. Your Majesty, don't worry."

"Normally, when there's something going on, I'll naturally send other members of the cabinet to handle it. The office Your Majesty has set up is truly brilliant!"

"I feel so energetic when handling affairs in there, I even sweat!"

"Your Majesty's marriage is a matter of great importance to the royal family and the nation. I, your humble servant, will help your father keep a close eye on you. There must not be the slightest mistake!"

Li Chengqian nodded obediently: "I understand, my dear Fang, but you must never do this again in the future!"

"It's so cold, and I feel bad for you walking all the way here from the Cabinet Office."

At this point, Li Chengqian turned to look at Mr. Qi and Li Wei, glaring at them in feigned anger, "Master Qi, you are also a careless person!"

"Look at how old Fang Xiang is! And you, Li Wei! How could you allow Fang Xiang to work so hard!"

When Mr. Qi and Li Wei heard Li Chengqian scolding them, they hurriedly apologized.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me! I acknowledge my guilt!"

Seeing this, Fang Xuanling hurriedly tried to persuade them: "Alright, Your Majesty, don't blame them. It was an old minister who acted on his own initiative. It has nothing to do with them."

Li Chengqian tightly grasped Fang Xuanling's slightly aged hand, and seeing the weariness in his eyes, he couldn't help but feel distressed. He turned around and shouted loudly, "Xianhuai, come in!"

Upon hearing the voice, Zhang Xianhuai hurried in and bowed respectfully, saying, "Your Majesty!"

Li Chengqian quickly ordered, "Xianhuai, it's snowing heavily these days, and Prime Minister Fang is old. Immediately have Lin Dafu send a large sedan chair, the same one I rode in before. It must have four stoves inside and be cushioned. Send it quickly!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!" After receiving the order, Zhang Xianhuai immediately turned around and went out to do his job.

Fang Xuanling said with deep emotion: "Your Majesty has taken so much trouble. I am deeply grateful to you."

Li Chengqian shook his head slightly. "It is I who caused Prime Minister Fang to worry so much. I promise you that by the end of this year, I will allow you to go to Xianyang to live out your remaining years and enjoy a peaceful life."