Chapter 1232 - 26: The Pearl Collector and the Princess
Chapter 1232: Chapter 26: The Pearl Collector and the Princess
Li Qinghe and Tang Zhishi’s marriage proposal was agreed upon by Li Anqing with no issues. However, on Tang Zhishi’s side, there were still significant challenges.
"Dear sister, how does this taste? If you like it, I can have someone buy more?"
"Dear sister, how is the tea brewed? Is the water temperature suitable?"
"Dear sister, how is my strength? Should it be more or less?" Tang Zhishi diligently ran back and forth serving Tianmiao, eventually even starting to massage Tianmiao’s shoulders.
Because the Emperor would absolutely not agree to a prince marrying a pearl collector. Tang Zhishi understood very well that the breakthrough for this matter was with his older sister. Only his sister could help him by persuading the Emperor to agree.
"Stop running, watching you makes me dizzy." Tianmiao watched as Tang Zhishi stopped massaging his shoulders and went out to send someone to buy things, gesturing him to sit down in a slightly annoyed manner, "Even if I don’t help you, I would help Qinghe. After all, we grew up together."
"Grew up together?" Tang Zhishi obediently sat on the chair, surprised to hear Tianmiao say this, and glanced at Qinghe. How come he had never heard of this before? After pondering for a bit, he was enlightened and said, "A few years when you weren’t around, father said you were going to secluded meditation, could it be that during that time you were at Qinghe’s fishing village for meditation?"
"Yes, not quite that slow." Tianmiao laughed lightly, "You’re truly a novice chicken; I heard Qinghe made you lose the chess match miserably."
"Well, look who Qinghe’s mentor is. Qinghe is your student, dear sister. Your talents in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting are unmatched in history, my admiration for you is like..." Tang Zhishi started flattering.
"Alright, enough." Tianmiao interrupted somewhat irritably, "Just speak normally."
"Yes." Tang Zhishi immediately shut his mouth and sat upright, obediently.
Li Qinghe secretly chuckled, it was the first time seeing Ah Hai in such a different demeanor.
"Once matters are settled, we will set off for the Capital City." Tianmiao stated.
"Yes." Tang Zhishi nodded.
And so, Li Anqing’s family relocated entirely, accompanying Tianmiao and Tang Zhishi to the Capital City. Cao Liangjun chose to stay behind; initially, Tang Zhishi intended to bring him along to promote him. He refused, as he felt the Capital City was too big for him. His heart too small, preferring to live out his life peacefully in this small county with his family. In truth, he thought about how if Li Anqing were sent back in the future, the county would still have him, offering refuge to Li Anqing.
This thought of course he dared not voice in front of Tang Zhishi, only sharing privately with Li Anqing. Li Anqing was touched, patting Cao Liangjun’s shoulder. In this life, having such a good brother was more than enough.
Before leaving, Li Anqing gifted Cao Liangjun a box of pearls, but Cao Liangjun adamantly refused. He eventually saw Li Anqing off to more than ten miles outside the city, watching as Li Anqing’s family disappeared from view.
"Boss, why don’t you go with them? The Prince mentioned he wanted to promote you." Cao Liangjun’s subordinate asked, puzzled.
"This is where my ancestors lived, and I’m reluctant to leave - that’s one reason. Also, the Capital City is not that easy to navigate. The place is filled with high officials, I’d feel uneasy there. Don’t think I’m foolish; here, every future county magistrate will surely treat me respectfully. After all, I am a good brother to the Prince’s father-in-law." Cao Liangjun said, chuckling.