I'm a marquis in Datang

Hejian County Prince's Mansion, in the backyard.

Li Xiaogong and his wife are playing chess, Li Xiaogong holds white pieces, Wang holds black pieces.It's just that the further back, the more Wang sneered, looking unhappy.She suddenly threw away the chess piece in her hand and said: "No more, no more, my husband, every time you let me play chess, but you never let me. What's the point of playing chess?"

She looked aggrieved.

Speaking of this, Wang looked even more like weeping, and said: "Nowadays, the noble ladies in Chang'an don't pay attention to concubines, they are bullying concubines. Now, even husbands bully concubines."

Seeing his wife's expression, Li Xiaogong let out a sigh.

It doesn't matter to him.

However, it is difficult for the wife to accept the current situation.

In fact, the situation Wang is facing is very simple, because the relationship between Datang and Xia Guo is very stiff, and Wang is Du Qi's mother-in-law. In order to avoid suspicion, many people treat Wang at a respectful distance and ignore Wang at all.So today's Wang family has no friends and no one to have fun with.

In this case, the Wang family seemed to be isolated.Many people even talked about the Wang family behind their backs, talked about Du Qi's affairs, and pointed at the Hejian County Prince's Mansion.After all, the current Lee Hyo-gong,

He has almost retired, ignoring government affairs, and not participating in military affairs. Without power, he is looked down upon.

Li Xiaogong said with relief: "Madam, it's really nothing. It's just that some people look down on us. These snobs don't make friends."

Wang choked up and said: "Husband, being a concubine is a bit uncomfortable. Anyway, Du Erlang is also our son-in-law, and Yanyun is also his wife. Why did he go to the Western Regions and leave Du Xiang's family alone?

Take it away, but it happens that our family is left behind.Doing so would be a bit dishonest.Du Ruhui's family went to enjoy the blessings, but our family is suffering here, being looked down upon by others, and criticized everywhere. "

The former Wang family, as Li Xiaogong's wife, was extremely beautiful.Because Li Xiaogong is not only a family member, but also made great achievements on the battlefield, so he has a very good life.

After Du Qi established a country in the Western Regions, especially when Li Shimin stumbled on Du Qi twice, the situation became more delicate.

Some of her boudoir friends no longer communicate with her, and no one communicates with her.

He was even accused behind his back.

Li Xiaogong looked at Wang Shi and knew that Wang Shi was very uncomfortable now.In fact, Li Xiaogong thought it was okay, because he didn't pay much attention to these things.

After all, Mrs. Wang is a woman.

I can't see it.

Li Xiaogong picked up the chess pieces one by one without haste, and said in his mouth: "Madam, there is no need to do this. Because there is a reason why Du Erlang didn't take us there. Du Ruhui's family can go to the Western Regions, but we can't." What's more, even if Du Ruhui went to the Western Regions, he went there under the guise of monitoring the Western Regions. His Majesty appointed an official position and whitewashed it. Compared with Du Ruhui, we are different, we are from the clan. Once we They have all gone to the Western Regions, where will His Majesty's face be put aside. So this matter is simply impossible."

Wang Shi heard the words and sighed.

After all, she came from a big family, so she still has some understanding in her heart.

Seeing that Mrs. Wang stopped choking and crying, Li Xiaogong continued: "Actually, ma'am, for me, one side is Li's family of Tang Dynasty, and the other is Du Erlang's son-in-law. I am in a difficult situation on both sides. So now, I don't want to get involved, but rather It's also quiet..."

Wang said: "Quiet what?

I don't like pointing and pointing in the field. "

She stopped crying.

But there is still resentment.

Li Xiaogong said: "Forget it, you are a woman, and you can't see through some things. This time, I will explain it to you. Although I don't care about government affairs and I am no longer in the army, I have been paying attention to the news of the Western Regions." , someone conveyed the news for me. Now Du Erlang has established himself in the Western Regions, and even farther away in Tianzhu, Du Erlang has already taken

Part of it is down.Xia Guo's strength is not weaker than Datang's now. "

Wang said: "What does this have to do with us?"

Li Xiaogong continued: "Du Erlang's strength is getting stronger and stronger, and our Majesty is not someone who can tolerate it. As an emperor, how can you allow others to snore and sleep on the side of the couch? It is impossible for His Majesty to let him go. If His Majesty can tolerate Du Qi sitting If it is big, there will be no such thing as attacking Du Qi twice."

"Next, there will be war."

"It's just that although the Tang Dynasty is strong now, Du Qi's strength is developing rapidly. As time goes on and the world changes, the situation on both sides will gradually change. This world, although it is temporarily peaceful and stable. But the death of the Great Sui II, This Tang Dynasty is also unknown."

"If there is no Du Qi, if the Great Tang and the Xia Kingdom never go to war, then that's all. But the war between the Great Tang and the Xia Kingdom has become stronger and stronger, so in the end, there will be a winner."

"Du Erlang is good at using small things to make big gains. Now his strength is getting stronger and stronger. From my point of view, in the end, His Majesty and Du Qi will confront each other. It is still unknown who will win. I even think that Datang may not be able to resist Du Qi."

"Your current situation is a little more difficult. But think about it, what will happen if one day Du Qibing comes to Chang'an and takes control of the Central Plains. How much grievance you have endured now will be how big it will be in the future glory."

Li Xiaogong looked confident, and said: "Those who leave you are not worth cherishing, and they don't have to be sad. The time is still very long, take your time."

After hearing this, Wang's eyes widened.

There was an inconceivable expression on his face, and he felt that this was like a fairy tale, it was incredible.

Wang gulped down a mouthful of saliva and said, "Husband, does Du Erlang really have a chance?"

"Have the opportunity!"

Li Xiaogong nodded, and said very firmly: "And the chance is great, but now, it is not obvious for the time being, and no one thinks that Du Qi will succeed."

After a pause, Li Xiaogong continued: "This matter, you must remember that you can't talk nonsense. Our family is being watched now, and if something happens, it is easy to be targeted. Now, just wait and be patient. "

Wang's face immediately beamed with joy.

He believed in Li Xiaogong's judgment, because what Li Xiaogong judged would never go wrong.

Wang said: "don't worry, my husband, I know what to say and what not to say. Now, we just wait and don't make trouble for Du Erlang, and don't make trouble for ourselves. After all, we are honest and honest now. No one cares about us.”

Li Xiaogong smiled and said, "That's what it means."

At this time, the housekeeper came, walked to Li Xiaogong's side, and said, "Your Highness, Duke Qi is here."

"What is he doing?"

Li Xiaogong's eyes narrowed, thoughtful.You must know that Changsun Wuji has nothing to do with Li Xiaogong now, and the two sides have no contact on weekdays.

Wang Shi became nervous and said, "Husband, could something have happened?"

Li Xiaogong said: "It's okay, you don't have to worry. If something really happened, it wouldn't be Changsun Wuji who came to visit. You busy yourself, I'll go see him."

Wang nodded.

She is a woman and can't help, so the only thing she can do now is not to make trouble.

That's it!

Li Xiaogong got up and went out, went straight to the hall, saw

After arriving at Changsun Wuji, he laughed and said, "What kind of wind has brought Qi Guogong here, rare guest, rare guest!"

Changsun Wuji sneered and said, "I am indeed a rare visitor. But this time I am here with His Majesty's will in mind."

Li Xiaogong said: "What is Your Majesty's will?"