Chapter 414: No Good Intention! (1/2)
Chapter 414: No good intention!
Thick brows and big eyes, and slightly thin cheeks, Chu Xianda was not tall, but clad in a set of bright yellow emperor robe he looked very majestic. Having ascended to the throne for over 10 years, he exuded the superior and imposing air of an emperor.
As Lu Xingkong was coming out with a line of people to welcome the Emperor, Chu Xianda was stepping down from the royal carriage, the second Prince Chu Jiang was waiting on one side, and behind were innumerable imperial guards and court eunuchs.
“Minister Lu Xingkong pays respect to Your Majesty, the Lu residence is honoured with Your Majesty's visit.” Lu Xingkong was waiting at the door and was about to kneel down.
Chi lah lah——
Everyone behind Lu Xingkong had already bowed down.
They had no choice. The Emperor had come in person, courtesy must be followed. Li Muyang was also caught in the middle of the crowd, kneeling in the snow without dignity.
For some reason, kneeling on the ground produced a very uncomfortable feeling in his heart. There was a sense of hostility roaming inside him, as though the emperor who had just arrived owed him hundreds of gold coins.
Ever since the battle with the G.o.d of Sword of West Wind, Li Muyang often felt that his body did not feel quite right. The black dragon who had integrated with Li Muyang was becoming more and more restless, and he always had a feeling that the dragon might break out of him at any time.
Although this made Li Muyang unceasingly worried, he must not let the Black dragon's consciousness occupy the dominant position, and even more not expose his ident.i.ty as a dragon in Tiandu city—
Li Muyang just wanted to live well, live happy and well.
Chu Xianda in the end did not let Lu Xingkong lose face in public. He quickly stepped forward, holding up Lu Xingkong's arms as he was about to kneel down and said: “Defence minister why so over courteous? Today is Defence minister's birthday, I came to offer birthday congratulations, and also here for a cup of longevity wine. How can I let Defence minister bow down, wouldn't that cut short my life span?”
“The Courtesy between minister and emperor must not be forgotten. Your Majesty lives as long as the heaven lasts, how would your life be shortened?” Lu Xingkong said with a smile, but also showing no intention to kneel down.
Chu Xianda took Lu Xingkong's arm, saying: “On other days we can pay attention to courtesy, but absolutely not today——”
Chu Xianda swept a glance over the many members of the Lu family on their knees on the ground, then declared in a loud and clear voice: “Everybody get up. Today is Mister Lu's birthday, I came to celebrate with you all. Everyone do not have to be polite, drink to your heart's content.”
“Thank you, Your Majesty.” The crowd rose one after another, stepping back and stood to one side.
Chu Jiang also came over, bowed his head to Lu Xingkong, smiled and said: “Chu Jiang wish Defence minister enjoys both happiness and longevity, break through realms like breaking bamboo. Chu Jiang also has a gift for Defence Minister, I hope you like it.”
“Thank you second Prince.” Lu Xingkong bowed his thanks.
Then he turned to say to Chu Xianda, “Your Majesty, go into the house and have some tea?”
“Go in and have tea.” Chu Xianda laughed, pulling Lu Xingkong's arm and led the way in front, while Chu Jiang followed behind, his eyes scanning the crowd, like in search of someone.
When he found Li Muyang in the crowd, the corners of his mouth curved upwards slightly, and nodded to him, before he lifted his feet and strode into the Lu residence.
“Do you know him?” Li s.h.i.+nian, who had been standing beside Li Muyang, noticed the eye contact between Li Muyang and Chu Jiang.
“I don't know him,” said Li Muyang, shaking his head. “But now it's time to get to know each other, right?”
“The last time at the Still water Dew gathering, he threw out a topic of debate, is Imperial power more important or military power?——Everyone thought it was directed at the Lu family. But today, the father and son both came to celebrate Grandfather Lu's birthday, they most likely do not have any good intentions.” Li s.h.i.+nian stated bluntly.
Li Muyang immediately glanced around him, “Be careful, don't let anyone hear you.”
“Don't worry. Only you can hear me——” Li s.h.i.+nian pursed her lips. “Besides, this matter is well known, it can't be concealed even if wanted to.”
Li Muyang gently sighed: “The Lu family's situation is critical, there are some things that are better to be buried in the heart. If someone hears it I fear that it would spark a dispute. Although the Lu family treats us well, we are after all just guests in the Lu residence. Even if we can't help them with anything, we still can't bring them any trouble——”
Li s.h.i.+nian stared at Li Muyang thoughtfully. “It feels like you know a lot of things.”
Li Muyang shook his head with a wry smile and said, “I wish I hadn't known so much.”
Because Li Muyang had saved Lu Qingming, the Lu family was extremely friendly and kind to Li Muyang. Whether it was the old grandfather or Lu Qingming, they hid nothing from Li Muyang, and explained to him the real situation that the Lu family was facing.
The more one knows, the more troubled one is. Facing the chaotic situation that the Lu family was facing at this time, Li Muyang had to put himself in their shoes to think about a way to solve the situation.
Although for the time being he could not think of a better way.
The Emperor had come to offer birthday congratulations, the face given to the Lu family was not small at all, and the Lu family's glory was also not little at all.