Chapter 129: Elbow Turned Inward
In March, the ice and snow melted and the weather became warmer. The three princes went out one after another.

King Murong Chang of Shu was going to serve as the governor of Yizhou. According to Murong Ying's explanation to Murong Chang, Li Yuan was a kind elder who could protect you.

King of Liang Murong Zan went to Bingzhou, while King of Wu Murong Yang went to Yuzhou, which was closest to Luoyang.

It seems that Murong Ying put in a lot of effort to pave the way for Murong Chao.

Murong Chao's performance was far from amazing, it could only be described as stable and well-behaved. But this stability and regularity made Murong Ying particularly satisfied.

He understood Dayan's current problems too well. What it needed was peace and stability, and harmony with the people.

In mid-March, the battle reports from Li Yuanhui and Pei Minzhi arrived in Luoyang.

After reading the battle report, Murong Ying, who was already in good health, became even more excited. She even praised her husband in front of Crown Prince Murong Chao and Murong Jiayin.

"Prince, in your opinion, how should we reward this battle?"

Murong Ying, sitting on the couch, was wearing clothes. His face looked much rosier and he had regained much of his former majesty.

Murong Chao pondered for a moment and said, "Although Li Pingnan has made great contributions, he is still young and holds a high position. No matter in terms of official position or title, he is unmatched at the time. As the saying goes, a tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. I think it is not appropriate to give him a prominent position. It would be better to give him ten beautiful horses. " Murong Chao was about to say ten beauties, but happened to glance at Murong Jiayin who was sitting next to Murong Ying, and immediately changed his words.

"Ten pieces of beautiful jade and a hundred acres of fertile land. To show their merits."

Murong Ying smiled at first, then said seriously: "Okay, I will reward you in the name of your East Palace."

After hearing this, Murong Chao immediately understood that Murong Ying wanted him to do a favor in the name of the Eastern Palace, "Thank you, father."

Murong Ying then continued, "Jia Luo is here today too, Ah Chao, I'll explain something to you as well."

Murong Chao said: "I will listen to your teachings."

Murong Ying continued, "You and Jia Luo have had a very close relationship since you were young. Li Silang is not only a court official, but also your brother-in-law. You should not be wary of him just because he was close to the third brother in the past."

Murong Chao said hurriedly: "I dare not."

Murong Ying continued, "When I was in Jiangdu, I was infected with the plague and nearly died there. When the third brother knew that I was seriously ill, he immediately summoned his confidants, including Li Yuanhui, Wei Xiaoju, and the Duan brothers. In fact, I asked Duan Wuda to pass the news to the third brother."

"The third brother was extremely panicked at the time. It was Li Yuanhui who scolded him for being a filial son. Only then did this kid remember to come and visit me."

"This boy knows the ways of benevolence and filial piety, and acts prudently. He is a rare military talent."

When Murong Ying said this, he was interrupted by Murong Jiayin beside him.

"Father, Li Silang's ability is far inferior to that of his brothers. In my opinion, it would be better for him to be a rich and idle person instead of running around all day."

Murong Ying was not angry when her daughter interrupted her. Instead, she laughed and pointed at Murong Chao.

"If you have any questions, you might as well tell your brother. He has the final say on future matters."

At this point, Murong Ying stopped talking, coughed several times, and then quickly took a handkerchief to cover his mouth.
Murong Chao was naturally terrified when he heard this, and said, "Father, why do you say that? I dare not do that."

"Okay, I can't take care of these things anymore. You brothers and sisters can discuss it. Okay, everyone, please leave. I need to rest."

Murong Ying waved his hand, and Jia Luo and Murong Chao retreated. The brother and sister left Murong Ying's residence together and walked in the palace corridor.

"Aye's health doesn't seem to be very good." Murong Chao actually saw the blood at the corner of Murong Ying's mouth.

Murong Jiayin was no exception, and she came to visit every day, so she knew more than Murong Chao. "He has been vomiting blood for several days, I'm afraid he won't live for a few months."

Murong Chao's face became serious when he heard this. "Feng Jin has kept Aye's pulse case very secret, and I can't pay too much attention to it. Alas."

As the crown prince, if he kept an eye on the emperor's physical condition all day, it would inevitably give people the impression that he was very anxious.

But they are father and son. If they avoid suspicion and don't care about anything, they are unfilial.
Especially since Murong Chao was not favored by the emperor before, he needs to be more cautious in the current situation.

Princess Murong Jiayin, on the other hand, doesn't have to worry too much about these things. With daily greetings, she knows everything that's going on in the palace.

"Don't worry, brother. There are only two princes in the palace now, Kinnara and Vajra. If anything happens, I will let someone know immediately."

Murong Jiayin meant that there were only two young princes in the palace, so you didn't have to worry. Those who could pose a threat to you were not in Luoyang.

Murong Chao immediately understood the hidden meaning, nodded, and then said: "Thank you so much, Jialuo."

Murong Jiayin shook her head, "You are too polite, brother. But I have something else to say, and I don't know whether I should tell you."

Murong Chao said: "You and I are brothers and sisters, what can't we say directly?"

Murong Jiayin showed a very embarrassed expression, and then said: "Mr. Tang's second son was in Longxi and made great contributions last year. Did you know about this, brother?"

Murong Chao nodded when he heard this, "He was promoted to Yingyang Langjiang just last year. Father personally issued the decree."

"Although I don't know military strategies, the Prince Consort is in Huainan, and Lord Tang is the governor of Yizhou. It is rare for father and son to lead troops outside at the same time. Longxi is also the seat of the Li family. Brother, if the Prince Consort's second brother takes root in Longyou, it may not be a good thing for our Murong family. It is better to let him enter the court and give him a noble position."

After Murong Jiayin finished speaking, Murong Chao was completely stunned.

He also thought that Murong Jiayin mentioned Li Er who was in Longyou in order to ask for a reward for the second brother of the prince consort.

That's why I specifically mentioned that I was promoted to Yingyang Langjiang just before the New Year, which means it would be difficult to get a higher rank after being promoted.

However, he did not expect that this was a direct way for him to be wary of the Li family and avoid getting out of trouble.

Murong Chao breathed a sigh of relief, and then said: "To be honest, Aye told me about this. Li Silang has the spirit of a great general, but he is young. Let him gain some experience in Jianghuai. Jianghuai and Shu are thousands of miles apart, so it is difficult to shine, but there is no need to worry about these two places. As for Li Erlang, I am preparing to inform the Ministry of War to transfer him to the court, and temporarily serve as the palace guard in Chang'an. This was Aye's previous arrangement. I didn't expect that Jialuo and Aye would have the same idea. No wonder Aye said that if you were a man, you would have no worries after your death. He was right."

Murong Jiayin smiled when she heard this, "It was just a casual remark. I hope you don't think I'm asking for an official position for the Prince Consort's family."

Murong Chao shook his head: "If you have any thoughts in the future, please let Jialuo give you some advice. Thank you for your advice."

"You're welcome, brother."

The two said goodbye at the palace gate. Crown Prince Murong Chao got on the carriage and returned to the East Palace.

Murong Jiayin turned around, got on the sedan chair, and returned to Furong Garden, her residence in the palace.

Just as he entered the garden, his trusted eunuch Gao Lishi hurried back from outside and whispered, "Your Highness, you guessed correctly. The imperial edict for Li Mingqi, the second son of Duke Xuan Tang, to return to the court to take up his post has been drafted and will be sent to Longyou soon."

Murong Jiayin smiled and said, "That's what should be done. Father will not watch the Li family father and son take root in the important place. In a few years, when the King of Shu is a little older, Lord Tang will definitely be transferred to the court."

"But if the Li family is to be given important positions in the future, it will only be enough for the prince consort and his elder brother."

"Too much is too little."

(End of this chapter)