Jennifer Williams
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Feeling Su Li’s gaze, Changle looked at him confusedly and asked, “Husband, what’s wrong?” The days they spent together had always been filled with joy. Throughout their time together, they had never argued, deeply in love and striving to present their best selves to each other. However, Changle had never seen Su Li look at her this way. Su Li sighed inwardly, knowing what was destined to come would come, and he didn’t want to hide anything from Changle. So, he spoke candidly, “Wife, if I were…-
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Time passed quickly, and before one knew it, it was already the 28th day of the twelfth lunar month. Starting from this day, the imperial court would be on a holiday break, and official duties wouldn’t resume until the fifth day of the first lunar month. The Tang Dynasty’s holiday benefits were truly desirable compared to the demanding “996” work culture of modern times. (ED Note: The 996 working hour system (Chinese: 996工作制) is a work schedule practiced by some companies in China. It derives…
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Li Chengqian’s expression grew colder as he narrowed his eyes slightly. “Are you suggesting that Su Li intends for you to pursue a marriage alliance?” he inquired. Gaoyang responded, her gaze filled with resentment, “Imperial Brother, this is not a baseless guess. Su Li has just returned from a campaign and received credit for pacifying the northwest. Father Emperor even went against convention to reward him…” Her voice quivered with bitterness. At this moment, her thoughts raced at an…
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The term “marital alliance” had nearly become a forbidden concept within the realm of the Great Tang. Throughout the empire, it was widely known that Songtsen Gampo had met his demise due to his ill-advised attempt to force a marital partnership with the Great Tang. His downfall resulted from his efforts to manipulate the situation, but Su Li’s intervention in court had thwarted his scheme. The people of Changan were abuzz with the rumor that Crown Prince Yongle strongly disapproved of marital…
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Late at night, Li Er sat alone at his desk in the grand hall. He had expected to feel immensely satisfied after the imperial court assembly with envoys from various nations. Still, as the music faded and the crowd dispersed, he felt alone with complex feelings. The day’s assembly hadn’t brought him as much contentment as he had anticipated. His emotions were intricate at this moment, and he couldn’t deny a certain truth. In his heart, Li Er knew that the gathering of envoys from all nations was…
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Inside the grand hall, the father-in-law and son-in-law exchanged glances. Su Li’s gaze remained composed as if merely stating a fact. Li Er wore an extremely serious expression. Li Er might have taken it as a threat if anyone else had spoken those words. But coming from Su Li, he believed it to be a statement of fact. Subconsciously, Li Er began to ponder the potential repercussions of letting Su Li handle things independently. However, he quickly dismissed those thoughts. Su Li had taken countless…
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Upon seeing Gao Yang again, Changle couldn’t help but feel her heart race. The playful smile that Gao Yang used to have now appeared incredibly sinister. “Sister!” Gao Yang greeted her with a fake smile. “Is this my little nephew? Let me hold him!” Gao Yang extended her hand with a smug grin. The next moment, Changle abruptly turned her head away, holding the child as if fearing that Gao Yang might harm the child. She didn’t even glance at Gao Yang. Gao Yang paused for a moment. Then,…
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After Li Er returned, he issued an imperial decree. Countless treasures of gold, silver, and opulent fabrics were bestowed upon Prince Yongle. He was granted an estate for ten thousand households and received the highest first-rank stipend. The court was astonished. During this time, everyone had been anticipating Li Er’s specific rewards for the first non-imperial prince of the Tang Dynasty. After all, he was the first non-imperial prince to be granted such titles in the Tang Dynasty. At the start of…
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Li Er approached a stone table, sat, and asked Su Li to join him. “Li Daozong has sent word from the Western Regions. The Xue Yantuo tribe is in great turmoil. They intend to overthrow the Xue Yantuo and then move north, sweeping through the Western Regions,” Li Er said with a grin. During this period, there had been a series of positive developments for the Tang Dynasty. The news from the Western Regions was particularly gratifying. Currently, the Tubo Kingdom had been conquered. Even when the Tubo…
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Su Li glanced at Li Er with a hint of resentment. “Not very reassuring, huh…” Li Er couldn’t help but burst into laughter. At this moment, there was finally some activity in the room. “It’s happening, it’s happening! Quick, prepare hot water and towels!” Amidst the urgent call of a midwife filled with joy, a loud crying sound could be heard soon after. Zhangsun Wu Fei and a palace maid rushed into the delivery room. Su Li also wanted to go in but was restrained by Li Er. “You’ve…
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