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

Upon returning to the Prince of Han's residence, the house was already overflowing with people.

The news of the Prince of Han's fall and amnesia and the Emperor's marriage selection has set Chang'an ablaze, and celebrities and dignitaries from all walks of life do not want to miss this good opportunity to pay a visit.

"Your Highness, are you really not going to see him?"

"If you refuse to see me, just say I've fallen and am recovering!"

"But Your Highness, the Crown Prince has also sent people, as well as Du He, the second young master of the Du family..." said the old steward, Fang Tong.

Li Yuanchang paused in his steps.

Others would greet these spoiled rich kids with smiles, but when he heard their names, his hair stood on end, and he kept his distance.

None of these guys were easy to deal with; they all wanted to try their luck at Xuanwu Gate and become early adopters, but in the end, they all died, including Li Yuanchang.

He's trying to avoid us right now, why would he want to see us?

They formed a faction and plotted together for many years; how could they possibly hide it from Li Shimin's eyes!

"not see!"

"Just say I was injured in a fall, and no one will remember. From today onwards, I will close my doors to all visitors!" Li Yuanchang said, and quickly left.

"Ah..." Old Steward Fang Tong exclaimed in surprise.

"Master Fang, what's wrong with His Highness the Prince of Han?"

"Even the Crown Prince and the Second Young Master Du have disappeared."

"They're not usually like this..."

"Don't discuss His Highness's affairs. Keep your mouths shut. His Highness is bedridden!" Fang Tong was a kind old man, but his eyes were extremely serious at this moment.

He was once the personal servant of Consort Sun, the birth mother of Li Yuanchang. After Consort Sun passed away many years ago, Fang Tong was practically the old steward entrusted with her orphanage, so he was very loyal.

"yes!"

At this moment, Li Yuanchang, who had returned to his study, had already begun cramming!

He first found a large number of letters.

He needed to know whether Li Yuanchang had done anything that could cost him his life.

Fortunately, although Li Yuanchang was unruly in the eleventh year of Zhenguan, he was not bold enough to challenge Xuanwu Gate. Most of his letters were about his womanizing and frivolous pursuits.

This was not a big problem for Li Yuanchang, a top-tier second-generation emperor during the Zhenguan era, and Li Shimin would not take drastic measures over such a small matter.

A playful younger brother—this aligns with political needs.

Immediately afterwards, he began to search through various books to learn about Li Yuanchang's real life.

Although he was fully aware of the major events that occurred in the Tang Dynasty during the Zhenguan era, history books are history books after all, and many things are only mentioned briefly, and there are also discrepancies!

This intensive study continued into the night, to the point where they almost forgot to eat and sleep.

This once shocked Steward Fang and many of the maids.

At this time of day, the King of Han is either at the Crown Prince's place or in brothels with young masters like Du Er. Is this still the King of Han they know?

at the same time.

The inner palace, Chunhua Palace.

"Did he really say that?" Li Shimin's voice sounded slightly surprised.

Although his brocade robe was ordinary, with a round collar and a wide waistband, it was the standard attire for a man in the Tang Dynasty. However, when he wore it, his imposing presence and noble air immediately came through.

Consort Yang nodded.

"Your Majesty, that is exactly what the King of Han said."

"Your Majesty the Prince of Han is indeed very thoughtful. This fall has made things much easier for him. He said he would follow His Majesty's arrangements." She added a light but firm word.

Li Shimin fell silent.

He never imagined that this unruly and disobedient King of Han would think of this.

That comment about the suspicion of forming a faction struck a chord with this emperor who was considered one of the greatest emperors in history, as the power of the five clans and seven noble families was too great.

At this moment, Consort Yang poured a cup of tea and then spoke at the opportune moment.

"Your Majesty, what is your opinion?"

Which woman are you referring to?

Li Shimin took a deep breath, tilted his head back, and stroked his beard, Li Yuanchang's words echoing in his mind.

"That's enough."

"Let's just go along with his wishes. Samurai Go is a meritorious official, and his daughter's status is decent."

"I only hope that the King of Han will restrain himself after his marriage." As he spoke, his eyes held an unfathomable depth.

……

The next day.

Early in the morning, a large procession, consisting entirely of eunuchs from the Inner Palace and Imperial Guards, came out of the palace and arrived at the Prince of Han's residence.

"Your Highness, Your Highness!"

The sound of hurried footsteps and shouts outside woke Li Yuanchang, who was studying late into the night.

Fang Tong didn't care about anything else and barged in, panting heavily.

"Your Highness, a decree has arrived from the palace!"

Li Yuanchang was startled, and his sleepiness vanished instantly.

So fast?

He was shocked; he thought he would have to wait at least several days.

Without a second thought, he quickly straightened his clothes and led his men to the front yard.

The Imperial Attendants' Bureau was already lined up here.

The leader of them held a bright yellow imperial edict in his hand. Although he was a eunuch, he was clearly imbued with the aura of the emperor and was no ordinary person. He was Changshou, the eunuch of the Inner Palace.

These people did not participate in politics, but only conveyed imperial decrees and managed trivial affairs, yet they had frequent contact with important figures such as the emperor and his concubines, and would give them some face no matter who they were.

Upon seeing Li Yuanchang, Chang Shou's somewhat effeminate face immediately broke into a smile.

"Congratulations, King Han! Congratulations, King Han!"

Upon hearing this, Li Fan's lips curled up.

"Haha, thank you for your trouble, Eunuch Chang."

As he spoke, he strode forward and quickly stuffed money into his hand.

As the saying goes, it's easier to deal with the King of Hell than with his underlings. Li Yuanchang, who was beaten with a millstone stick in his previous life, can be considered exceptionally intelligent, and he understands this principle perfectly.

The eunuch smiled, quietly accepted the gift, and beamed with joy.

"Your Highness, please receive the imperial edict first."

"yes!"

"Your Majesty's edict is hereby received!" Li Yuanchang led the entire household in kneeling.

"I heard that the Prince of Han was injured and has no one to care for him. I am deeply saddened. My brother is very talented, but he has no capable advisors..."

The long prelude made Li Yuanchang feel like he was being scratched by a cat; all he cared about now was who he had been assigned as his queen.

He only wanted to steal the throne from the first female emperor in history, whose brilliance shone like the sun and moon in the sky!

He absolutely did not want a woman who possessed both beauty and ability, and whose family was of noble birth and high social standing. He did not want to get involved in any political vortex!

at last.

The eunuch Chang exclaimed, "After careful consideration, I have heard that Wu Mei, the daughter of the former Duke of Ying, Wu Shihuo, is both talented and virtuous, and possesses extraordinary beauty..."

boom!

Although Li Yuanchang had guessed the outcome—that Li Shimin would definitely favor the Wu family, who had no influence or standing in the court—his mind was still shaken!

It was a mix of excitement and shock!

He laughed inwardly.

Wu Mei, Wu Meiniang, that's Wu Meiniang!

No matter how harsh history may judge her, Li Yuanchang firmly believes that if he had intervened earlier and guided her in a positive direction, the outcome would have been completely different.

"Your Highness, the Prince of Han?"

It wasn't until the eunuch reminded him that Li Yuanchang snapped out of his daze of surprise and dreamlike state.