Chapter 740: Habaek’s “Bride”
The Queen Mother was busy mourning and worshiping Buddha in her own palace. She even suspected that her previous methods were too cruel, which led to the death of Emperor Yuanxu, and she began to worry all day long.
After the prince succeeded to the throne as the new emperor, there were countless things to do.
With the support of the new emperor, the Fifth Princess no longer had to worry about being married to the Western Regions. However, she had no one to talk to and could only frequently leave the palace to talk to Shi Li to relieve her boredom.
During this period, Shi Li's status in the Fifth Princess' heart skyrocketed, almost surpassing that of his brother who was born to the same mother.
The only one who was unhappy was probably Ling Heng.
Most of the time that he was supposed to have alone with Shi Li was taken away by the Fifth Princess. He couldn't say anything and could only stay in the room and draw talismans in frustration.
Within a few days, his ability to draw talismans improved greatly.
"The envoy from the Western Regions was very angry when he left. I was actually a little worried."
The fifth princess was not completely ignorant. She sat under the crabapple tree, leaning against Shi Li, frowning and looking worried.
Since ancient times, there have been many dynasties and emperors who used marriage alliances to exchange for brief peace.
The princesses of the dynasty were born into a life of luxury, wealth and glory, so it seemed nothing wrong for them to sacrifice themselves for the country.
Shi Li lowered her eyes and looked at the weak Fifth Princess, but deep down she couldn't agree with this matter.
In order to comfort the fifth princess, Shi Li stood up and picked a crabapple flower for her to wear on her bun.
"Since His Majesty has refused, you don't have to take it to heart. His Majesty will certainly have a plan."
The new emperor does have a plan.
Previously, the border of the Western Regions had been plagued by constant wars, and Emperor Yuanxu only wanted to maintain the status quo and never thought of a complete solution. However, the new emperor was young and hot-tempered, and when he was the crown prince, he was very resentful of the Western Regions.
Now that he has finally succeeded to the throne, he naturally wants to take action in the Western Regions.
Coincidentally, people in the Western Regions thought the same.
They thought that Emperor Yuanxu had just passed away and the new emperor was young, so now must be a good time to attack and plunder, so they continued to harass the border.
It can be said that Sima Zhao's intention is known to everyone.
It was originally just a minor fight. The new emperor had just ascended the throne and was overwhelmed with trivial matters at court. He only ordered the border guards to protect the people and not to take any action for the time being.
But a few days later, news came from the border that a powerful sorcerer had been found from somewhere in the Western Regions, who was manipulating the sudden changes in the weather at the border and spreading a plague-like virus.
When this news reached Kyoto, everyone from top to bottom was in a panic.
Some pessimistic nobles were worried that once the border was lost, the Western Region cavalry would go all the way north, break into Kyoto, and shatter this dream of prosperity.
The news also reached the ears of Shi Li and Ling Heng.
The two looked at each other, their expressions somewhat solemn.
If the Western Regions really found a sorcerer who was good at evil magic to help, ordinary soldiers would not be able to deal with it.
"I'll write a letter to Master."
Ling Heng didn't hesitate too much and turned around to pick up the brush on the table.
Shi Li followed him silently to the table and watched him start writing.
She always liked to admire Ling Heng's sincere and passionate heart, which was the most precious treasure in this complicated world.
Not long after, Shi Li discovered that Ling Heng’s entire sect was filled with such treasures from top to bottom.
As soon as Ling Heng put pen to paper, a snow-white dove flew in from the window and landed directly on Ling Heng's shoulder.
"It's Senior Sister's carrier pigeon."
Ling Heng was a little surprised, and his fingers decisively and quickly tore off the letter and unfolded it.
No one knew how Xie Yuan and the others, who were far away in the mountains, could be so well-informed. They had heard about the rebellion caused by Western sorcerers at the border. Xie Yuan and Lin Chen had even set off for the border, and the letter asked Ling Heng to catch up as soon as possible.
The entire sect, from top to bottom, seems to be quiet and detached from the mundane world. But for the sake of the common people, they are willing to step into the mundane world at any time.
For them, benefiting the world is never just a catchphrase, but a belief in their hearts.
"Let's get going too. If we hurry up, maybe we can catch up with our brothers and sisters."
Shi Li also read the letter with Ling Heng, and then spoke decisively.
Although she is only a demigod He Bo with limited abilities, she can always help a little.
By now, Shi Li has consciously acknowledged her identity and is also a member of the sect.
[Is this how the anchor defines himself? 】
[Faced with a powerful enemy, status is of no importance~]
[Why am I suddenly so excited? ? ? ]
The commentators were actually a little worried, but they hid it behind some light-hearted and joking language.
Without further ado, Ling Heng and Shi Li planned to set off immediately.
Shi Li met the pale-faced Fifth Princess at the door.
The little girl had a trace of bewilderment on her face. She looked at Shi Li and murmured, "If I marry over there, will the people in the border areas be safe?"