away from the heart

Chapter 6
The sound of footsteps came from a distance, and Xue Yao greeted lightly: "Commander Luo."

Luo Ji put down the sacrifice in his hand, and after solemnly worshiping, he opened his mouth and said: "Two nights ago, a group of assassins in the palace committed crimes in Guoxi Pavilion. Fortunately, someone sent a letter that night, saying that it was Commander Xue He once told him that he had to guard the Xiting to the death. The brothers rushed there in time. The assassins did not hurt the emperor, but a princess who came out wandering at night. One assassin took an arrow in the shoulder, but unfortunately they still let them He escaped. The emperor was furious, and now he is searching for it with all his strength." He glanced at Xue Yao's shoulder, "The general's wounds must be well hidden."

Xue Yao was not surprised but smiled: "Are you so sure it's me?"

"The general and Commander Xue are so similar. When I saw it from a distance that night, I thought it was you. The general also wanted to know what would happen to Guoxiting, so he went to the palace to investigate." Luo Ji's face was filled with reminiscence. , "Commander Xue was kind to me when he was alive. He was my benefactor and my best friend. Since the general feels that there is something hidden about the death of Commander, please check it out. My life is to sell Nothing for you."

Xue Yao stretched out a palm: "I really didn't misread you." Luo Ji stretched out his hand, and the two palms hit each other firmly.

Bai Liqi emerged from the shadows: "General, the emperor announces your audience."

Xue Yao followed Eunuch Gao into the imperial study room, lowered his head, and bowed respectfully to the emperor.

"Aiqing, let's get down without courtesy." The emperor is already old, and the fatigue between his brows can't be concealed, "I called you here today because I want to discuss something with you."

"I also have something to report to the emperor."

"Oh? Why don't you tell Ai Qing first?"

Xue Yao took off the military talisman from his waist, bowed his head, and presented it to the emperor with both hands: "I have been fighting at the border for many years. Fortunately, your majesty has been blessed with great blessings and commanded properly, and Xi Zhao was able to calm down. Now I want to resign from the military power and go home with one heart. To serve my aunt, I implore Your Majesty to take this thing back."

"This..." the emperor hesitated and said, "Nowadays, the common people call Aiqing the God of War in Nansang. According to my opinion, Aiqing should stay in the army and take command of the army. But since Aiqing has this idea, I can't bear to dismiss it." Thank you for your filial piety... Let's discuss this matter later. I called you here today for another matter. Princess Chuyue in the palace was assassinated two days ago and has been in a coma since. The imperial doctor has seen it. But I can't even diagnose the cause of the disease. I can't bear her to continue to fall into a coma, and I heard that there is a folk way to save people. General Xue... Would you like to marry Chuyue Chongxi?"

Xue Yao was surprised, and couldn't help but raised his head: "I'm just a warrior, I'm afraid I won't be worthy of the princess..."

"Aiqing doesn't have to be self-effacing. Aiqing is a young hero, there is no reason why he is not worthy. Could it be... Aiqing wants to disobey the emperor's order?"

The emperor stared deeply at Xue Yao.Last night's assassin, he thought about it left and right, and always felt that his figure was somewhat similar to Xue Yao, but he couldn't attack because there was no evidence.He would like to see whether Xue Yao obeyed or not.

Xue Yao secretly clenched his fists.According to the law of Nansang, the royal relatives are not allowed to lead the army.If he really married the princess, the emperor could justifiably cut his military power, and he wouldn't be called cold.This princess will also be a pair of eyes that will be planted in his mansion in the future... But if this can make the emperor feel at ease for a while, he might as well follow his wishes first.What's more, he planned to investigate Princess Chuyue again, so staying with her would be wrong.

Xue Yao lowered his head and regained his composure: "I heard that the princess is beautiful, virtuous and virtuous. It would be my honor to marry the princess."

The emperor laughed heartily and said, "Very good, very good. The princess is too weak to be delayed. It's not too late to celebrate the wedding. Why don't we get married tomorrow."

(End of this chapter)