Sky Curtain: With a vermilion mirror, Jing travels through the modern world, shaking all dynasties.

Chapter 133 Father is busy and can't come!

Little Sizi nodded vigorously and said in his childish voice, "Yes, yes! I am Sizi, and Father calls me Brother."

Zhu Jingjing remembered the box of antibiotics she had placed under her pillow, which had eventually disappeared without a trace.

I thought that box of medicine would go to the Ming Dynasty, but I never expected it would go to the Tang Dynasty!

However, this is for the best, at least it can save Xiao Sizi's life!

Zhu Jingjing looked down at the soft little dumpling in her arms, and a feeling she had never experienced before welled up in her heart.

In the Ming Dynasty, she was the little princess cherished by her father and mother. In later generations, she was protected by Jiang Chuan and Lin Xiaoyu. Now, someone even rushed into her arms and called her "sister".

"Good girl, Sizi." She gently stroked Sizi's head, mimicking how Jiang Chuan usually ruffled her hair. "I've saved some good stuff; let's eat together!"

Upon seeing this, the little ox's eyes immediately lit up!

She had been craving cotton candy ever since she first saw it in the sky, but unfortunately, the Tang Dynasty had no way to replicate it, which she thought would be a lifelong regret.

I never imagined that one day I would be able to taste it myself!

Little Sizi stretched out her tiny hand and tremblingly took the soft, chewy cotton candy.

She took a small, careful bite, and the cotton candy melted instantly between her lips and teeth, soft, sweet, like holding the clouds in her mouth.

Sizi's eyes lit up instantly, and a surprised and delighted smile spread across her little face. She murmured indistinctly, "So soft, so sweet—Sizi has never tasted anything so wonderful!"

The Great Tang Dynasty, Taiji Palace.

Li Shimin suddenly stood up and looked up at the sky.

Seeing that Xiao Sizi was sitting in a room full of exquisite things, sharing cotton candy made in later generations with the princess of the Ming Dynasty, he felt a little relieved.

His tense body gradually relaxed, and he slowly returned to his seat.

"Fortunately, I went to that tavern. Once I push open the door, I should be able to return." He murmured to himself, picked up the teacup on the table, and took a sip to calm the fear in his chest.

As he put down his teacup, his brow furrowed again, and a strange feeling welled up in his heart.

"I am the Heavenly Khan, who ushered in the prosperous reign of Zhenguan!" He stroked his beard, his gaze sweeping towards the sky, his voice tinged with resentment, "Why is it that the Prince of Si can go to those taverns along the river, but I cannot?"

"Even if you cannot go, you should at least take me with you! The prince is young, and if he were to fall or get hurt, wouldn't that worry me? If I were by his side, I could take care of him."

Modern-day Jiangchuan Tavern.

Zhu Jingjing was sharing cotton candy with Xiao Sizi when she suddenly heard footsteps outside, followed by Jiang Chuan's voice: "Mr. Taibai! Mr. Su! You two have finally arrived!"

Zhu Jingjing's eyes lit up, and she quickly grabbed Xiao Sizi's hand: "Sizi, come on, let's go out and meet the two great literary figures!"

Little Sizi, with half a marshmallow still in her mouth, mumbled an "Mmm" and was led by the hand out of the lounge.

Sure enough, Li Bai and Su Shi stood side by side in the tavern, one with a wine gourd hanging from his waist and the other wearing a green robe and a silver fish bag, exchanging pleasantries with Jiang Chuan.

Both of them were taken aback when they saw a small girl in palace attire emerge from behind Zhu Jingjing.

Li Bai stroked his beard and smiled, "Young friend, when did this tavern get another little guest? This child is quite exquisite, and bears a resemblance to your sister."

Su Shi also curiously observed Si Zi. Although she was young, she was dressed in a pale yellow palace dress and had an air of nobility in her demeanor. He couldn't help but ask, "Who is this little girl?

Before Jiang Chuan could answer, Xiao Sizi ran up to Li Bai with small, quick steps. "You must be Li Taibai, right? Sizi recognizes you!"

Your poem is wonderful! My favorite line is, "The waterfall plunges three thousand feet, as if the Milky Way were falling from the ninth heaven!" Even Father praised you!

Upon hearing this, Li Bai was taken aback.

Especially when she uttered the words "Father Emperor," could this little girl be a princess?

Jiang Chuan stepped forward with a smile and explained, "Mr. Taibai, this young guest also came to the tavern through that door. She is no ordinary child; she is Princess Mingda of Jinyang, the beloved daughter of Emperor Taizong of Tang (Li Shimin)!"

Upon hearing this, Li Bai's body trembled slightly, and his usual carefree and unrestrained demeanor was unusually restrained, replaced by a look of flattered solemnity.

"Your Highness is too kind. I am unworthy of such praise." He quickly cupped his hands, his voice tinged with excitement. "It is my great fortune that the Heavenly Khan knows my poem."

Seeing this, Jiang Chuan smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Why be so modest, Mr. Li Bai? In this later generation, you are known as the 'Poet Immortal,' and your poetic talent is truly unparalleled before or since!"

Upon hearing this, Li Bai waved his hand repeatedly, saying, "Young friend, you flatter me. I am but a drunkard who has occasionally composed a few clumsy poems. I do not deserve such praise."

Although he spoke modestly, the unique arrogance of the "Poet Immortal" between his brows could not be hidden.

Su Shi, who had witnessed this clearly, cupped his hands and smiled, saying, "Master Taibai, although I was not born in the Tang Dynasty, I have known since childhood that you are a celestial being banished from heaven after reading your poems! Now that I have seen your true face, the title of 'Poet Immortal' is truly well-deserved!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Chuan had a sudden inspiration and remembered what the golden words said: all the sages who had come to the tavern could bring an old friend with them.

Since Xiao Sizi can come, can't her father, the Emperor, also come?

His eyes lit up, and he looked at Xiao Sizi with great interest, saying with a smile, "Sizi, I suddenly remembered something. Since you've come to this tavern, could you bring your father with you next time? I'd like to see the Heavenly Khan's splendor."

Little Sizi tilted his head, blinked, and seemed a little hesitant: "Father is very busy. He has to review so many memorials every day—"

Before he could finish speaking, Li Bai suddenly stood up, nearly knocking over his wine cup.

"Is what you say true, young friend Jiang?" Li Bai's eyes shone brightly, and his voice rose several decibels. "I am a citizen of the Great Tang Dynasty. Although I was born after Emperor Taizong, I have never seen the Emperor's face in person, yet I have long admired him! If I could see the Heavenly Khan, my life would be without regret!"

"Emperor Taizong, during the reign of Zhenguan, expanded the territory and attracted tribute from all nations! Such a great ruler, I regret that I was not born in his time to serve him!" Li Bai said with great enthusiasm.

The Great Tang Dynasty, Taiji Palace.

Upon hearing this, Li Shimin's heart trembled. Although he did not show it on his face, his hand in his sleeve clenched slightly.

He longed to experience firsthand the fine wines of later generations and the opportunity to drink with those two brilliant scholars of later generations.

Just as he was pondering this, he heard Si Zi politely decline, citing his busy schedule. Li Shimin immediately felt anxious and abruptly stood up from his throne.

"Why do you say that, Your Highness? Although I am busy with countless affairs of state and review countless memorials, I have long yearned for the taverns of Jiangchuan! No matter how busy I am, can I not spare half a day to visit that place in the future?"