My house's electrical wiring dates back to the Tang Dynasty.

Evening, in the main hall, in Li Mingbo's room.

Li Mingbo held Lianhua in his arms, while a small ceiling fan above the bed whirred a cool breeze.

Lotus wore a thin, light gauze dress, her graceful figure appearing and disappearing in the shadows.

Lotus, like a pile of jellyfish, lay limp on Li Mingbo's body.

"Lotus, you're not angry with me, are you?" Li Mingbo asked softly, his arm around Lotus's shoulder.

"What are you saying, my lord? The Li family only has you now. We should have someone to carry on the family line as soon as possible. I'm not a jealous woman." Lianhua looked up at Li Mingbo, her face as red as the evening glow.

Heavens above! What have I, Li Mingbo, done to deserve such a wife?

The more polite and courteous Lianhua was, the more uneasy Li Mingbo felt.

If this happened in modern times, people would be climbing on the roof and causing chaos.

"That's good. If you have anything to say, remember to tell me." Li Mingbo was afraid that the other party might cut him up if he got angry.

The opponent is a master.

It crumbles on its own with just a gentle squeeze.

It's quite an accomplishment to think about.

"Mmm." Lotus nodded, nestling her head against Li Mingbo's chest like a little bird.

Li Mingbo held Lianhua's fragrant shoulders tightly, the faint scent of shampoo wafting from her hair.

No matter how skilled you are, in front of your lover, you are still a vulnerable woman who clings to her lover.

Li Mingbo expressed his deep feelings.

"This is the only hobby I have. Otherwise, wouldn't it be better for me to stay in the modern world? Why would I come all the way to the Tang Dynasty to suffer? It's all for you." Li Mingbo said with emotion, embracing his beautiful wife. "I have a wife in the modern world, a lawfully wedded wife."

Lianhua waited for him wholeheartedly, and he couldn't hide anything from her, so Li Mingbo told her about Lin Chunli.

Only Lianhua in the family knew Li Mingbo's true identity.

"To become your wife, you must be an absolute beauty. I really want to meet you." Lotus's breath tickled the downy fur as she spoke.

"There's no chance anymore. It's been over a thousand years since then, so we can't come."

"The young master is so good to us; this is a blessing we've earned in ten lifetimes. He treats us like family, never as outsiders. The old steward often says that only the young master treats him like a human being, and being able to become a member of the Li family is a blessing he's earned in ten lifetimes," Lianhua said, groping around.

"I have to get up early for the morning court session tomorrow, remember to wake me up."

the next day.

Li Mingbo slept very well last night until he was gently shaken awake by Lianhua, who said, "My lord, it's time to get up and have something to eat before going to court."

Li Mingbo opened his eyes and saw that it was still dark. He exclaimed, "My goodness, it's so late at night. People in ancient times went to work so early."

"It's always been this way. Get up now, or you'll be punished if you're late." Lotus gently got up, went to the pillar, and pressed the white light switch, turning on the lights in the room.

Stimulated by the lights, Li Mingbo was wide awake and had no choice but to get up. With Lianhua's help, he dressed, put on his turban, and went to the courtyard. Chrysanthemum had already cooked breakfast.

Halfway through the meal, the steward came in from outside and said that Duke Yi was waiting outside.

"Lotus, go to my study drawer and get yesterday's memorials and my backpack," Li Mingbo said to Lotus as he sped up upon hearing that Qin Shubao had arrived.

Lianhua took Li Mingbo's backpack, which contained several packets of egg pancakes.

After quickly rummaging through his belongings, Li Mingbo, carrying a black backpack, arrived at the gate of the mansion under the protection of Old Zhao and four family guards, and climbed into Qin Shubao's carriage.

Qin Shubao was wearing a purple official robe and sitting in a carriage today.

He handed Qin Shubao three packets of eggs, cakes, and cookies.

Li Mingbo bought these in modern times. He still has some in his backpack, mainly to eat something if he gets hungry during court sessions.

Li Mingbo tore it open and handed it to Qin Shubao.

Qin Shubao knew this was something from over a thousand years later. He took a bite and nodded repeatedly, "Delicious, fluffy and soft, fragrant and sweet."

The car stopped at Yanxi Gate.

The city gates were not yet open, but many people had already arrived.

Everyone was dressed in purple and red official robes, chatting in small groups.

"Today is the ninth day of the eighth lunar month, not the usual court day for the new moon and full moon. Only officials of the fifth rank and above in the capital attend court," Qin Shubao explained to Li Mingbo as he dismounted from the carriage.

"Duke of Yi"

"Shubao".

At the entrance of Yanxi Gate, groups of people saw a carriage approaching. Upon seeing its size and then Qin Shubao lifting the curtain and stepping out of the carriage, they were all surprised and bowed to Qin Shubao.

Qin Shubao returned the greeting with a cupped-hand salute.

This was the first time in six years that Qin Shubao had appeared in front of the public.

It was still dark at dawn, and it was hard to see clearly, but when Qin Shubao approached, everyone saw that the Qin Shubao from back then had returned, and everyone's face showed a look of shock.

A strange aura slowly emerged on everyone's faces.

Some people saw Qin Shubao when he was sick three or four months ago, and now, after more than three months, he has recovered.

"Uncle Bao, it's been a while since we last met, I've missed you a bit, we need to have a good chat."

"Long time no see, Uncle Bao looks younger and younger."

Everyone gathered around and chatted warmly with Qin Shubao.

Qin Shubao knew exactly what everyone was thinking.

What does it mean to get younger as you get older?

Isn't it just that they want to find out how my illness was cured?

Everyone knows that Qin Shubao has been ill at home for the past few years and has been unable to attend court.

For the past six years, everyone has forgotten about this person, but now he has suddenly recovered. Who wouldn't want to know how he was cured?

Over the past few years, Qin Shubao has experienced the full spectrum of human emotions.

Apart from a few brothers from Wagang who came to visit him, no one else came to see him.

"General." A military officer of similar age to Qin Shubao, dressed in a red official robe, stepped out from the crowd.

When Qin Shubao saw the man, he greeted him with a smile, walked over, and said, "As you would."

"Why haven't we seen each other for three months... General?" The other party looked at Qin Shubao in surprise.

"Let's not talk about that," Qin Shubao said seriously.

Upon hearing this, the other party understood Qin Shubao's meaning and bowed to Qin Shubao to express his apology.

"Hongwen, let me introduce you to an old acquaintance," Qin Shubao said to Li Mingbo. "This is Li Junxian, the Duke of Wulian County, courtesy name Zunli, and General of the Left Guard."

According to the Tang Dynasty Code.

The Left Guard has a Grand General, who is a third-rank official.

Two generals, of the third rank.

The Old Book of Tang records that "Li Junxian was a native of Wu'an in Mingzhou. He initially served as a general under Wang Shichong, but disliked Wang Shichong's character, so he and his associates rebelled and surrendered to the Tang Dynasty. Emperor Taizong took him as a close confidant."

In the early years of the Zhenguan era, Venus frequently appeared in broad daylight. Historians interpreted this as a sign that the Empress was about to ascend the throne.

A popular saying in the "Secret Records" states: "After three generations of the Tang Dynasty, a female ruler, Empress Wu, will replace the Li family and rule the world." Li Shimin deeply resented this.

In the early years of the Zhenguan era, the imperial court hosted a banquet for military officers and played a drinking game in which they were required to say their childhood names.

Li Junxian referred to himself by his childhood name "Wu Niangzi". Li Shimin was surprised when he heard this, and then covered it up with a smile and said, "Since you are a woman, why are you so strong and brave?" Li Junxian's official position (General of the Left Guard), title (Duke of Wulian County or Duke of Wuchang County), and subordinate county (Wu'an County) all contain the character "Wu" and he is also known as "Wu Niangzi".

Li Shimin was very suspicious of this, so he dismissed him from his post in the Imperial Guard.

Subsequently, Li Junxian was appointed as the governor of Huazhou. The local people of Huazhou revered the practice of fasting. There was a commoner named Yuan Daoxin who claimed to be able to abstain from food and drink and was knowledgeable in Buddhist teachings. Li Junxian greatly admired and believed in him, and often followed him closely, whispering to him.

The censor took the opportunity to impeach Li Junxian for colluding with sorcerers and plotting treason.

On June 13th of the 22nd year of the Zhenguan era, Li Junxian was convicted and executed for this matter, and his entire family's property was confiscated.

"General Li, my name is Li Mingbo, courtesy name Hongwen." Li Mingbo knew that the other party was Qin Shubao's subordinate. Because of his fondness for Cheng Yaojin and Qin Shubao, Li Mingbo also treated Li Junxian in a better light.

However, thinking about his unjust death, I couldn't help but feel a little regretful.

Therefore, being an official in ancient times was an extremely risky profession.

Without evidence, if the emperor believed the impeachment made by those idle censors in the Censorate, he would be beheaded and his property confiscated.

Half a lifetime of blood was shed in vain.