Li Shimin faked his death? Then I will be powerful enough to conquer the world!

Chapter 338: Old friends are here, shall we have a fight?

"Xian Huai, I specially granted you a day off a few days ago, hoping you could rest and relax to relieve your physical and mental fatigue. Why do you find yourself busy working here today?"

Li Chengqian looked straight at Zhang Xianhuai with a hint of feigned reproach in his eyes.

Zhang Xianhuai's face flushed instantly, and the bright red quickly spread from his cheeks to his ears. He lowered his head slightly, his eyes flickered in panic, and his body twisted slightly unconsciously.

"Um... Your Majesty, I am truly lost at home. No matter how hard I try, I cannot regain my composure. I am constantly plagued by inexplicable thoughts."

"Instead of wasting my time like this, I'd rather continue my work. At least I can find something to do."

Seeing Zhang Xianhuai so embarrassed and awkward, Li Shimin and Li Chengqian looked at each other and immediately burst into hearty laughter.

It contains the kind of banter between men that can only be understood but not expressed in words.

At this moment, they saw through Zhang Xianhuai's appearance and understood the secret thoughts deep in his heart that were difficult to express. In the world of men, this thought seemed to be a tacit understanding. (Except for the readers)

"Xian Huai, when you leave later, why not go to Dr. Sun's residence to seek medical advice."

"You don't know, there are some good things in Dr. Sun's residence! They are all very beneficial to regulating the body and mind."

Li Chengqian narrowed his eyes slightly and lowered his voice deliberately. He looked mysterious and tried to keep everyone in suspense.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xianhuai nodded in confusion.

"By the way, Xianhuai, what on earth do you want to report to me that has brought you here in such a hurry?"

Li Chengqian looked at Zhang Xianhuai with a smile.

Zhang Xianhuai did not dare to slack off at all and quickly handed over the jade pendant that he had been holding tightly in his hand.

The koi pattern carved on the jade pendant is exquisite and delicate, and each fish scale seems to be trembling slightly, as if it will jump out vividly in the next moment.

"Your Majesty, a young man has come here today. His name is Zhang Xuanwei."

"He claimed that his master was Shi Shiliang, and he longed to participate in the New Year's Day celebrations and join the world's talented people in celebrating the event."

"Afterwards, he handed the jade pendant to the Jinyiwei, confidently claiming it was a gift from Emperor Gaozu."

Li Shimin, who was about to turn around and leave, stopped instantly when he heard that the jade pendant was a reward from Emperor Gaozu.

There was an eager glint in his eyes.

He took the koi jade pendant directly from Zhang Xianhuai.

Li Shimin carefully held the jade pendant in his palm and only took a quick glance. The familiar patterns, texture and unique scent instantly opened the door to his long-forgotten memories.

He then nodded slightly to Li Chengqian with a solemn expression and said firmly, "Chengqian, this jade pendant is undoubtedly your grandfather's personal belonging. I will never mistake its style and texture."

"It seems that Shi Shiliang's disciple has indeed arrived."

When Li Chengqian heard the name Shi Shiliang, his brows involuntarily frowned slightly, and his face was full of confusion.

The name was unfamiliar to him.

There is no trace of it left in my mind.

Li Shimin took in Li Chengqian's puzzled expression, raised the corners of his mouth slightly, and gently stroked his beard, then slowly said, "Do you know the appearance of the hemp-clothed god?"

Li Shimin's sudden question made Li Chengqian stunned at first, and then he nodded as if he understood.

He was not completely unfamiliar with this name, but the way he knew it came from the fantasy novels of later generations.

In fact, he knew very little about its true meaning, deeds, and the real role it played in the historical process of the Tang Dynasty.

"Oh!" Li Shimin raised his head slightly and sighed softly.

"Cheng Qian, Shi Shiliang is an extremely unique and wonderful person. It is no exaggeration to say that if it were not for him, it is still unknown whether the Tang Dynasty would be able to stand firm in the world today."

When Li Chengqian heard Li Shimin's serious words, the curiosity deep in his heart instantly burned.

Could it be that there are some secret historical facts that I am not aware of?

"Father, please tell me in detail!" His tone was expectant, and his body unconsciously leaned forward slightly.

"Back then, my Li family was hesitant and wavering about raising an army."

"At that time, your grandfather was filled with worries. He was worried about the gains and losses of this grand undertaking to conquer the world. He was afraid to move forward and didn't dare to take a crucial step lightly."

"It was this divine fortune teller Shi Shiliang, known as the hemp-clothed man, who, with his extraordinary physiognomy, convinced your father-in-law to commit himself to the vast cause of conquering the Central Plains."

"That's how we have the Li Tang Empire today."

"After the country was stabilized and the great cause was accomplished, your father sincerely hoped to retain him as an official in the court. I also begged him earnestly and tried my best to keep him."

"Shi Shiliang, however, was unmoved by fame and fortune and politely declined all of them."

"He said his life's ambition was to inherit the legacy of Ma Yi's physiognomy and to carry it forward. He had no interest in the fame and fortune of officialdom. He only sought the pure land within his heart."

"Before he left, your grandfather, remembering his past kindness, gave him the jade pendant he had worn close to his body and made a solemn promise, stating that if his apprentice came with this jade pendant in the future, he would be able to enter the court and become an official."

"I have always recorded this matter in the important matters, so that future rulers can read it easily. I dare not forget it for even a moment."

"The reason I attach so much importance to this is to ensure that future rulers will never forget this agreement."

Li Chengqian listened attentively to Li Shimin's story. When he finished speaking, he nodded slowly and said thoughtfully, "So that's how it is. So he's also an expert in physiognomy?"

There was a glint of curiosity in his eyes.

"I wonder who is better between Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng?"

Li Chengqian was full of curiosity about extraordinary people. After all, Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng were well-known in later generations, and the mysterious Tuibei Tu was even more famous.

In comparison, Shi Shiliang did not seem to make many dazzling waves in the long river of history, and few people knew him, which added to his mystery.

Li Shimin smiled lightly upon hearing this and said nonchalantly, "No matter who is stronger, wouldn't it be clear if we let them fight?"

This may give us a glimpse into the magic of physiognomy."

Li Chengqian thought about it for a moment and felt that what his father said made sense.

He was originally curious about such strange and unusual arts as physiognomy, Qimen Dunjia, Fuxi Bagua, and so on, and could not help himself.

Sometimes, the magic displayed by these mysterious things is so amazing that it goes beyond the scope of common sense.

Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng had calculated the outcomes of many things. He longed to witness the competition between these extraordinary people and see how they could see through appearances and understand the secrets of heaven.

"Xian Huai, I agree. Let this descendant of the Ma Yi Divine Appearance attend the banquet. He will be seated next to the Imperial Master!"

Li Chengqian raised his voice slightly.

"Yes! Your Majesty!" Zhang Xianhuai clasped his hands together and responded loudly and respectfully, then slowly retreated.