Sui and Tang Dynasties: You were driven out of Wagang, but you surrendered to Yang Guang and were ma

Chapter 29 Yuwen Chenglong: Sharpening his knife against his parents

"Brother Lü, Brother Lü!"

On the way back to the manor, Yuwen Chenglong saw Lü Xiao and quickly went up to greet him.

He could see it clearly in the court today.

Lü Xiao is definitely not an ordinary person.

Consider this: with so many people in the court, why did His Majesty choose to let Lü Xiao steal the spotlight?

In the future, Lü Xiao will surely be highly valued by His Majesty, and his future is truly limitless.

He must cultivate a good relationship with him now, because in the future, he might even bring prosperity to his entire family and friends.

"Your dad doesn't seem too happy."

Lu Xiao looked at Yuwen Huaji, whose face was as black as charcoal.

"He's unhappy, and I'm unhappy too."

Yuwen Chenglong curled his lip.

I have to say, my own father's ability to read people's expressions is getting worse and worse.

Today they even dared to criticize Lü Xiao; this is simply putting righteousness before family!

I wonder how good his relationship with Lü Xiao is; it's like family members fighting each other.

"What brings you here?"

Lu Xiao continued walking forward on his own; Yuwen Chenglong was indeed quite interesting.

"Hehe." Yuwen Chenglong chuckled and said, "During the Hundred Nations Martial Arts Tournament, could I go up and show off my skills?"

"You?" Lu Xiao slowed his pace, looking Yuwen Chenglong up and down, his eyes full of distrust.

The martial arts competition in the Sui Dynasty was a place to show off one's power, not to embarrass oneself.

Although you have your own safety net, there's no need to embarrass yourself in front of a hundred nations.

"I am General Tianbao, Yuwen Chengdu's brother. How could I not have some skills? Let me show you."

As Yuwen Chenglong spoke, he took a running start and then suddenly did a somersault forward.

However, it didn't choose a good landing point and immediately crashed into Yuwen Huaji in front of it.

With one kick, Yuwen Huaji stumbled and rolled to the ground.

"The traitor!"

Yuwen Huaji got up from the ground, his face as black as charcoal, his eyes blazing with fire.

"Good luck."

Not wanting to be implicated, Lü Xiao said a few words and quickly walked towards his own residence.

He hadn't walked more than a few steps when he turned around, pretending he hadn't come back at all.

"General Lü, have you finished court?"

Yang Ruyi's voice came, and in the blink of an eye, she caught up with Lü Xiao.

"Princess, do you have so much free time all day?"

Lu Xiao found it strange that a royal princess was wandering around instead of staying in the palace.

"This princess is incredibly busy. By the way, where are your two whiskers?"

Yang Ruyi stepped forward and asked with a look of inquiry.

"It broke."

Lu Xiao was utterly despondent. Why did he have to play with those two pheasant feathers of all things?

Sure enough, being too flashy isn't a good idea either.

"Oh, you must wear it next time, it looks so good."

Yang Ruyi was completely unaware of just how annoyed Lü Xiao was with her.

She was still chattering away beside Lü Xiao, asking all sorts of questions.

"Princess, has His Majesty granted you permission to leave the palace? If not, you should return immediately."

Lu Xiao kindly reminded him.

"It's granted. My father immediately gave his permission when he heard I was coming to see you. He was so happy."

"Is that so...?"

Lu Xiao wore a smile that looked more like a grimace.

What does Yang Guang mean?

They've taken a liking to me and want to make me their son-in-law?

Otherwise, why would a princess be allowed to visit a minister's home every day?

Is that correct?

Is this reasonable?

Is this appropriate?

Lü Xiao quickly dismissed the idea.

At most, he just wanted to win him over. He made a great contribution by capturing Yang Xuangan, but he did not show his strength in front of Yang Guang.

With such merits alone, how could the princess possibly pay him off?

However, it might not be impossible if he's just good-looking.

Just as I was lost in thought, a loud shout rang out.

"Sir, come into the house!

"Manager, prepare to close the door!"

Yuwen Huaji pointed at Yuwen Chenglong, his fingers trembling uncontrollably.

"Yes."

Yuwen Chenglong said in a low voice, then stepped over the threshold.

He turned his head and glanced in Lü Xiao's direction just as the gate was about to close.

Goodbye, Brother Lü.

If I survive, I must go and perform at the Hundred Kingdoms Tournament.

This parting felt like a final farewell.

boom!

The door closed, startling Lü Xiao.

Is this how fathers educated their sons during the Sui Dynasty?

It's just like slaughtering a pig for the New Year; you have to close the door, afraid the pig will run away.

Inside the Yuwen residence, Yuwen Chenglong knelt beside his elder brother, not daring to utter a sound.

"You two have truly surprised your father today."

Yuwen Huaji sat in the armchair, looking at his two good sons with a blank expression.

"Father, which behavior are you referring to?"

Yuwen Chenglong asked.

"Your elder brother publicly refuted our father and spoke up for Lü Xiao."

"And you, you've disgraced yourself, spouting nonsense in court!"

Yuwen Huaji had no idea what sins he had committed, as he was refuted by his youngest son yesterday and by his eldest son today.

Then, Yuwen Huaji abruptly changed the subject, saying, "Chengdu, do you know your crime?"

"Your child knows his sins."

Yuwen Chengdu spoke up.

"What crime have you committed?"

Yuwen Huaji pressed for an answer.

"I do not know, Father. If you say I am guilty, then I am guilty."

Yuwen Chengdu was extremely frank.

Whether he was personally murdering court officials or destroying the evidence, he obeyed Yuwen Huaji's orders.

In short, he did whatever Yuwen Huaji asked him to do and never disobeyed.

"Your father hates you for being so useless!" Yuwen Huaji stood up and kicked Yuwen Chengdu, saying with exasperation, "Look at Lü Xiao, he's only been in court for a few days!"

"Why were you unmoved by such a great opportunity to shine today?"

"His Majesty prefers clever people, but you're just a blockhead who gets bossed around!"

Yuwen Huaji felt nothing but helplessness regarding his son's personality.

If he had been more clever, Lü Xiao would never have had the chance to show his face.

"That's all because of how you raised my eldest brother, Father! You've made him stupid!"

Yuwen Chenglong muttered to himself.

"What did you say?!"

Yuwen Huaji was furious; what he hated most was his son talking back.

"See, you won't let me say it, but you still ask. Really."

Yuwen Chenglong curled his lip, wondering how he could have such an unreasonable and domineering father.

"You unfilial son, you're going to drive me crazy!"

Yuwen Huaji turned around and grabbed the spiked club.

Yuwen Chenglong's eyes widened suddenly; he was not Yuwen Chengdu.

My brother can withstand this thing, but if it were him, he'd be dead in a second.

"I'll beat you to death!"

Yuwen Huaji gripped the spiked club with both hands and swung it out violently.

Yuwen Chenglong immediately lay down on the ground, his spiked club missed its mark, and Yuwen Huaji fell to the ground again.

"Father, let me tell you, I'm not your elder brother, and I won't blindly obey you!"

Yuwen Chenglong had not forgotten that his elder brother had been beaten with this spiked club since he was a child, without ever complaining.

After each fight, he would utter some high-sounding words.

Whatever blows the son suffers, it pains the father's heart.

Shit!

He won't listen to that, and he won't put up with it!

If you really anger him, it's not impossible that he might turn on his parents!