hsntnovel Chapter 2424 Zanpu Agrees to Return to Chang'an
Chapter 2424 Zanpu Agrees to Return to Chang'an
Hearing Li Shen's praise, Songtsen Gampo laughed heartily. Everyone likes to hear nice things.
At the same time, Songtsen Gampo also praised Li Shen highly. He had heard from Lu Dongzan that King Ji had made extraordinary achievements.
He controlled the merchants of the entire Tang Dynasty, was as wealthy as a country, and was unmatched in the business world.
As long as you can get close to King Ji, wealth will flow in continuously.
At that time, Lu Dongzan suggested making friends with Prince Ji's Mansion by giving them gifts, women, or anything else. Finally, he even thought of forming a marriage alliance with Prince Ji.
Songtsen Gampo's sister was captured by King Ji and brought to the palace, so why not marry King Ji?
But later Li Shen did not agree. That woman was not a simple person. In history, she married the Zhangzhung King Li Mixia, and later colluded with his brother Songtsen Gampri to kill her.
Li Shen's family was large and powerful, so it was impossible for him to marry a woman from a foreigner. Not to mention a woman from a foreigner, he couldn't even marry a woman from an aristocratic family.
This was to reassure his father and to keep himself safer.
Otherwise, he would have brought home a few beauties from the Western Regions to perform pole dancing for him.
Of course, we also have to understand Li Shen’s kidneys. Sometimes he wonders why he doesn’t have eight kidneys.
"Zanpu, I have said everything I need to say and have shown my sincerity. I wonder if you are willing to return to Chang'an City with me.
If you don't want to, I won't stop you. I'll let you go immediately, prepare food and supplies, and personally send you off to the Zamp."
Li Shen was indeed very sincere and there was nothing to complain about, and Songtsen Gampo also knew that his only choice now was to return to Chang'an with Prince Ji.
Otherwise, I will surely die.
Originally, he was not afraid of death, as he had arranged everything before coming. But after hearing what King Ji said,
He suddenly began to feel a little unwilling. He was only 34 years old and had just unified Tubo not long ago.
Are you going to die like this before you achieve your lofty ideals?
Going to Chang'an City might get you out, but at least you can stay alive, and as long as you are alive, there is hope.
After much deliberation, Songtsen Gampo finally nodded:
"Since His Royal Highness Prince Ji is so kind, it would be unkind of me to refuse.
Then I will follow your Highness Prince Ji's instructions and go to Chang'an, where I can also meet His Majesty the Emperor."
"Hahahaha, okay, then I will send someone to prepare. Zamp's illness cannot be delayed, and we should go to Chang'an City as soon as possible.
Otherwise, it would be dangerous if it broke out on the road." Li Shen laughed when he saw Songtsen Gampo agreed. He finally got it done and wasted his time arguing.
"I will follow Prince Ji's arrangements." Songtsen Gampo bowed. If you are going, don't worry too much.
"By the way, may I ask the Zamp, since you are going to Chang'an with me, will the 3,000 troops outside the city come with you?
You should also know the rules. If you are traveling with others, it is best to confiscate your weapons."
Li Shen thought of the three thousand people outside the city, so he asked.
There was no such rule for the entry of three thousand foreigners into the pass. Li Shen said that the rule was just an excuse. According to Li Shen, he meant that even these three thousand people should not be brought with them.
But he also knew that it was impossible. How could the great Tibetan king be without guards?
"Your Highness Prince Ji, if you don't have weapons, how can you protect our Zamp?"
"Damn." Mangbujie Shangnang immediately quit after hearing this. Their duty is to protect the Zamp. If they don't have weapons, can they just bite with their teeth?
"Your Highness, with the Zamp here, he will definitely control his troops and will not disturb the people."
Li Shen was about to refute when Wang Xuance behind him quickly dissuaded him.
At this time, we should not cause any more trouble. There are only three thousand troops, and they will not cause any big trouble even if they enter the Tang Dynasty.
"Alright, but we've already said that if anyone disturbs the people without permission, don't blame me for being rude and killing them on the spot. I hope the Zamp can understand."
Li Shen reluctantly agreed, but still gave a warning.
"Don't worry, Prince Ji. I will restrain them and will not let them do anything reckless. If they disobey, I will personally punish them."
Songtsen Gampo also stated that once they entered the Tang Dynasty, they were on someone else's territory and could not do whatever they wanted. This was also to avoid giving the Tang Dynasty an excuse to kill people.
"That's good. In that case, I will make the arrangements. I estimate that we will leave in the next two days, otherwise it will delay your illness, Zanpu."
Everything was settled and Li Shen said goodbye.
"Farewell, Prince Ji."
Mother. Mangbu Jie Shangnang sent Li Shen out of the door on behalf of Songtsen Gampo, then turned back and closed the door.
"Prime Minister, send a letter back immediately, saying that I am going to Chang'an City in the Tang Dynasty. The journey is dangerous and my life or death is uncertain. Ask them to assist the new Zanpu.
I will discuss the rest with the Emperor of Tang in Chang'an City."
Mother. Mangbu Jie Shangnang came to the bedside, and Songtsen Gampo began to give instructions.
"Zanpu, didn't King Ji say that you can come and go as you please? He has already sworn a poisonous oath.
Once the Zamp recovers from his injuries, he can return to continue presiding over the overall situation."
Mother. Mangbujie Shangnang comforted her.
"Haha, it's not that simple. Going to Chang'an is likely to be dangerous. Oaths are worthless in the face of national interests."
Songtsen Gampo sneered twice. He had done such treacherous things before.
If he married a princess of Nepal, he would not necessarily destroy them.
"Zanpu means that Prince Ji's oath is false? He won't keep his oath?" Mother. Mangbu Jie Shangnang was a little surprised after hearing this. Wouldn't this be dangerous?
"That's not necessarily true. I think it's true. The Tang people have great respect for their ancestors. Prince Ji is a member of the royal family and he wouldn't take such a thing lightly. I'm afraid there might be other unexpected events."
Songtsen Gampo shook his head. He believed that King Ji would not make fun of his ancestors.
"Then I will do it right away. Zanpu, please take a rest."
Mother. Mangbujie Shangnang saw that Songtsen Gampo's face showed fatigue, and he immediately bowed and left.
"Your Majesty, you shouldn't have sworn that oath."
On the way back, Wang Xuance said as he walked.
"Why can't I? If I don't swear, how can I make Songtsen Gampo believe me?"
Li Shen said indifferently.
"But...how can we break the oath sworn by our ancestors? If the censors find out, the prince will be impeached and His Majesty will blame him too."
Wang Xuance knew Li Shen's personality very well. He never told the truth when it came to cheating and deceiving people. Cheating was as easy as drinking water.
He dared to deceive the emperor, let alone deceive the Tibetan king.
Li Shen replied very seriously after hearing this:
"Who told you that I would break my oath? I always keep my promises. How could I deceive others?"
"But if Songtsen Gampo wants to leave Chang'an after he recovers, what will your Highness do?"
Seeing that Li Shen spoke so confidently, Wang Xuance asked back.
"Of course I will let him go. I have already said that he can come and go freely, and I will never stop him." Li Shen answered firmly.
Wang Xuance was immediately dumbfounded. If you let him go, why did you bring him back? Was it just to treat his illness?