The next morning.

Chu Xuanhan brought Yuchi Jiuyue to Prince Yu's Mansion.

Mo Yaohua didn't come because she was still in confinement and it was not convenient for her to go out.

Chu Xuanhan was happy that she didn't come, so that when she was out of confinement, he could use this as an excuse to come again.

Chu Xuanchi met them in the main hall of the front yard, "Sixth brother has been working really hard recently, and I admire you deeply."

"Fifth brother, please don't laugh at Xuan Han. How can it be considered hard work to pay New Year's greetings to elders and visit brothers?"

Chu Xuanhan is very humble. He always appears to be a modest gentleman in front of others and no one can find any fault with him.

"In that case, it seems that I should also go and pay my respects to my uncles, aunts, and brothers, so as not to be impolite."

Chu Xuanchi said this, but he didn't really want to go. He was a lonely man and even Emperor Wenzong was wary of him, so how could he dare not be too enthusiastic?

He just wanted to be a filial younger generation, a brother who valued brotherly love, but in the eyes of Emperor Wenzong, he might be trying to win over.

Therefore, he would rather be a heartless and ungrateful person than get too close to other people, and he didn't even dare to go to the Prince of Fuguo's Mansion frequently.

“No.” Chu Xuanhan looked at his legs. “Everyone knows Fifth Brother’s situation and can understand.”

Chu Xuanchi took the opportunity to laugh at himself, and a bitter smile appeared on his face. "That's right. It would be embarrassing for a useless person like me to go out."

In fact, ever since he successfully stood up that night, he started practicing walking every night after Mo Zhaohua gave him acupuncture.

However, the time is still short and there is no effect yet. Mo Zhaohua told him not to be anxious, as haste makes waste.

Chu Xuanhan quickly explained, "Fifth brother, you misunderstood. Xuanhan didn't mean that. What I just said was that it would be dangerous for you to go out."

Yuchi Jiuyue chimed in, "Yes, Fifth Brother, a few days ago you and your sister-in-law just went out to watch a circus and encountered an assassin."

The assassination of Chu Xuanchi had long been widely circulated, but from today onwards, the limelight should be overshadowed by the great victory in the west.

Chu Xuanchi pretended to be helpless, "Forget it, then I'd better stay in the mansion and drink tea honestly, and don't cause any more trouble for the Jinwu Guards."

"It's not a problem. This is the duty of the Jinwu Guards. The most important thing is the safety of the Fifth Brother. You must not get into any trouble."

Chu Xuanhan is indeed good at speaking. As long as he wants to, he can speak very beautifully and touch the other person's heart.

Over the years, it is because of this mouth that he has gained the love of his elders, the respect of his peers, and a good reputation among the people.

Most people would be moved after hearing this, but Chu Xuanchi knew his true face and did not show any gratitude.

Chu Xuanchi didn't even respond to him, but changed the subject, "I heard that you went to the Rui Palace. How is the seventh brother's injury?"

"Not so good. Lin'er is really unlucky. He broke his leg when he went to Prince Jin's Mansion before the New Year, and he suffered another disaster during the New Year. Sigh..."

Chu Xuanhan's words were filled with heartache and regret. He had already mastered the art of brotherly love and respect to the younger brother to perfection, and it was enough to make it look real.

Chu Xuanchi mocked him, "Sixth brother is lucky, the crown prince is weak, and I and Seventh brother are always injured."

"If that's the case, then the eldest brother's luck is better than Xuanhan's. Even Xuanhan is very envious." Chu Xuanhan was telling the truth.

Prince Jin was born the eldest son, a noble son. His mother was the only noble concubine in the palace, and his uncle was a left prime minister of the first rank.

If Empress Jingren didn't have a son, Prince Jin would be the best candidate to be the new crown prince if anything happened to the crown prince.

Chu Xuanchi reminded, "Big Brother still doesn't even have a son, and was dismissed by our father last year. I wonder what the Sixth Brother has to envy?"

When Chu Xuanhan mentioned his son, his heart began to bleed. "Speaking of children, isn't it also unfortunate that Xuanhan lost his eldest son?"

"Alas..." Chu Xuanchi sighed in a pretentious manner, "It can be seen that all of us brothers have different fortunes."

Chu Xuanhan took the opportunity to get to the point, "Compared to the three generals in the Fuguo Mansion, who have made great military achievements, we are indeed far behind."

Chu Xuanchi didn't like to hear this, "This has nothing to do with luck, it's General Rong's planning and the soldiers' full cooperation."

Chu Xuanhan came here today to get close to him and show goodwill to him. Even if he disagrees with his views, he will not say it out loud and go against him.

So he changed the subject, "The great victory in the western frontier has finally calmed my father's anger. It would be even better if Xiyan could surrender now."

"War is too costly and laborious. It would be great if we could stop the fighting. Now that our country has the upper hand, there is no need for the princess to marry."

Chu Xuanchi has been in southern Xinjiang for many years. He has seen many soldiers sacrifice their lives and ended up like this himself. He wants to see peace even more.

Speaking of marriage, Chu Xuanhan couldn't help but sigh, "In the blink of an eye, my sister has been in Nanzhao for many years. I don't know if I will have the chance to meet her again in this life."

Chu Xuanchi said unhappily: "Unless our country loses the war, we need to send a special envoy to Nanzhao for negotiations. I believe Lao Liu does not want this day to come."

Under normal circumstances, a princess who married off to another country could not return to her motherland, and the brothers of her motherland would rarely send envoys to other countries.

If there is something going on, officials will be sent there. If a prince or a royal family is to be sent as an envoy to another country, it must be a very big matter, such as seeking peace after a defeat in a war.

In addition to peace negotiations, there is another situation, which is to escort the princess for marriage, but this also means that the country is defeated.

Princess Jiazhen was the second child, only slightly younger than Prince Jin, and the eldest daughter. When she married into Nanzhao, it was Prince Jin who escorted her to the wedding.

Chu Xuanhan quickly changed his words, "Xuanhan was inconsiderate. Xuanhan would rather never see the emperor sister again in this life. He only hopes that the two countries can stop the war and make peace."

Yuchi Jiyue chimed in again, "Yes, family affection is important, but it cannot surpass national interests. My husband is just missing his sister."

Before leaving, Chu Xuanhan mentioned to her that now that Chu Xuanchi was in favor, she would rather suffer some injustice than offend him.

When the Chu Xuanhan brothers were talking, she also tried to chat with Mo Zhaohua, but the two had very different interests and hobbies.

Mo Zhaohua is a talented woman who is proficient in everything from music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, wine, flowers and tea, but she has no interest in it and doesn't want to talk about it.

Therefore, the two of them couldn't find a good topic, so they basically just listened to what the Chu Xuanchi brothers said, and occasionally smiled at each other politely.

Chu Xuanchi and his brother chatted for a long time in the main hall, and the servant came to report, "Prince, Princess, lunch is ready."

Mo Zhaohua stood up and greeted the guests, "Sixth brother, sister-in-law, please move to the dining hall for the feast."

Wuying, who was waiting on the side, pushed Chu Xuanchi's wheelchair, and the group went to the dining hall for lunch.

After sitting down, Chu Xuanhan asked, "I heard that the fifth brother is in much better shape. Maybe he is drinking now?"

Chu Xuanchi declined, "I am still taking medicine, and the imperial physician has repeatedly warned me not to drink during this period."

Whether he could drink was decided by Mo Zhaohua first and then by him. She said he could drink, but he was not willing.

Chu Xuanhan remained calm, "In that case, let's wait for the fifth brother to recover, and then Xuanhan and the emperor will have a few drinks."

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