In my dream of returning to the Tang Dynasty, I snatched Wu Zetian from my lap.

The next day.

Li Yuanchang got up very early in the morning, which surprised Chi Lian Wu Yu, as the Prince of Han was usually so diligent.

He didn't even touch them for several days in a row, which was unusual for him.

He rode in a carriage all the way into the palace.

But today the court was closed, which was equivalent to a holiday in later times. All the civil and military officials did not attend court. Li Shimin also got up late, so he waited in the side hall.

They waited until noon before finally being summoned.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects!"

"Get up. It's good that you've come. If you hadn't come, I would have sent someone to summon you." Li Shimin was writing with Chu Suiliang when he beckoned to him.

Li Yuanchang stepped forward: "Your Majesty summoned me? Is there something you need?"

Li Shimin suddenly said, "Before I met with you, I received the Tibetan envoy. The Tibetan envoy requested that the marriage be completed as soon as possible, saying that the Tibetan military and political officials had already set off for Baihai to welcome Princess Wencheng."

"I agree."

"You will depart in three days."

Upon hearing this, Li Yuanchang's expression changed drastically!

Why did it suddenly accelerate again?

"Your Majesty, isn't this too hasty?"

Li Shimin said, "It is a bit rushed, but this matter has been under negotiation. The Tibetan side is ready, and I can't refuse them."

"A marriage alliance is inevitable sooner or later; the sooner the better."

"I have already given the order to prepare. You should hurry up and go collect the military tally today. Three thousand imperial guards will accompany you, in case of any unforeseen circumstances."

"I hereby grant you the power of life and death!"

Li Shimin emphasized that the subtext was that anyone who dared to disrupt the peace could be dealt with without needing permission.

Li Yuanchang was extremely anxious; the power of life and death held no appeal for him.

Chu Suiliang, who was standing to the side, laughed and said, "Your Highness, His Majesty really trusts you. This is the first time someone has been allowed to travel with the Imperial Guards and even have the power of life and death."

"Upon arriving there, you single-handedly arranged the meeting with the Tibetan king and the erection of the Tang-Tibet alliance monument."

"What an honor this is!"

"The peace and prosperity of the Tang Dynasty in the west for the next hundred years will depend on Your Highness's mission this time."

Li Yuanchang frowned. Setting off in just three days meant he had absolutely no time to spare.

Li Shimin agreed to replace him, but it was too late.

"Your Majesty, is it truly a request from Tibet?"

"Yes, what's wrong?" Li Shimin suddenly stopped and looked at Li Yuanchang.

Li Yuanchang always felt that it was Li Tai, that fat bastard, who was causing trouble again. Three months of preparation was not too long, and they had to set off again in just three days!

"Your Majesty, I simply feel that three days is too short and insufficient for thorough preparation."

Li Shimin was extremely astute; he immediately realized that Li Yuanchang had arrived early in the morning.

"King of Han, what exactly do you want to say? Speak plainly."

Li Yuanchang, forcing a smile, said, "Your Majesty, how about giving us more time to prepare?"

He didn't directly say he would replace him, because that would be too obvious. By dragging things out longer, he would have more room to maneuver.

Li Shimin frowned, about to speak.

At this moment, the eunuch Chang entered and said, "Your Majesty, Princess Wencheng just received the news and asked me to convey that she is willing to depart in three days to establish a marriage alliance for the country and build a bridge between Tang and Tibet."

"He also said that he had offended the King of Han, causing him to be unable to rest more and having to escort him to the marriage alliance continuously. He felt very guilty and asked the King of Han not to mind."

Upon hearing this, Li Yuanchang's eyes widened suddenly, and he looked at him with an incredulous expression.

"Haha, Princess Wencheng may be young, but she is still sensible."

"King of Han, did you hear that? The princess is ready, so there's no need to delay any longer. Please go and return as soon as possible," Li Shimin said with a smile.

Li Yuanchang frowned, his heart filled with doubt and anxiety.

Not long ago, Li Su was crying and saying she didn't want to go. How come she suddenly agreed to go, and even agreed to leave in three days? Does she want to die sooner?

After she said that, I had even less reason to delay!

"King of Han?" Li Shimin called out again.

Li Yuanchang finally came to his senses. Despite his immense reluctance, he could only say, "Yes, Your Majesty, I obey the decree."

His face was grave; the problem hadn't been solved at all, and instead...

"Go, this is my imperial edict. With this, you can mobilize about three thousand elite guards from the Southern Palace."

"As for the attendants and entourage for the marriage alliance, they were managed by a special person. Including the Tibetan envoys and some coachmen, the number of people involved in this marriage alliance should exceed four thousand."

"Make proper arrangements," Li Shimin instructed, his eyes filled with the importance he placed on this marriage alliance.

This is completely different from the Tuyuhun, and it is clear that Li Shimin attaches great importance to it and cannot tolerate the slightest mistake.

This, in turn, put enormous pressure on Li Yuanchang, since as the envoy for the marriage alliance, he had to bear responsibility.

No!

This couldn't possibly be Li Su's intention; I must go and ask him!

"..."

After leaving Li Shimin's place, Li Yuanchang had no interest in mobilizing his three thousand elite guards to show off his power. Instead, he rushed to Chengyang Palace immediately.

This time, under the guise of escorting a marriage alliance, he went in openly and legitimately to request an audience.

But strangely enough, Li Su didn't see him!

"Your Highness, that's exactly what the princess said. She's a little tired and doesn't want to see anyone. She told the Prince of Han to go back and rest, take care of his health, and not to worry about her," a female official said respectfully.

"How is that possible!"

"Step aside, I have important business to discuss with the princess!" Li Yuanchang's face immediately turned grim, realizing that something was wrong.

They even suspected that someone was threatening Li Su!

"This..." The palace maids and eunuchs looked troubled.

The next second, Li Yuanchang pushed people aside and quickly rushed inside.

"Your Highness, please allow us to inform them again."

Soon, Li Yuanchang arrived outside the palace and shouted into the hall, "I request an audience with Princess Wencheng to discuss the matter of a marriage alliance."

His voice was loud and official, and he didn't dare to ask directly, since there were many people around.

Once exposed and losing the position of escorting the bride for a political marriage, there would be no last chance.

Li Su's voice finally rang out from inside the hall after a long time.

"Greetings, Your Highness the Prince of Han."

"I am unwell and unable to come out to pay my respects. I hope Your Highness will forgive me."

Li Yuanchang frowned, sensing something was amiss. He quickly stepped forward to the main hall door and whispered inside, "Princess, are there any other people inside?"

Li Su's footsteps echoed inside the door, her voice slightly low.

"Your Highness, please go back."

Li Yuanchang asked anxiously, "Susu, why did you suddenly agree? Didn't you agree to give me some time?"

"Has someone threatened you?"

"Let me in, let us talk face to face!"

Li Su's voice suddenly trembled slightly.

"Your Highness, no."

"Really, no."

"I suddenly felt that being the queen of Tibet would be great. I heard it's a beautiful place, so I changed my mind and wanted to go."

"Your Highness, please go back. I'm fine, really."