3: My brother is Emperor Qing, Li Yunlong!

Chapter 3: My Brother is Emperor Qing, Li Yunlong!

Accompanying the Crown Prince was his newly-wed concubine, Liu Ruyi, who would later become Consort Yi.

"Greetings, Little Aunt!"

Liu Ruyi immediately addressed Liu Shuyan, establishing a connection. In truth, Liu Shuyan was merely a distant relative of the Liu family, an embroiderer who entered the palace.

If she hadn't given birth to a prince, she would never have been able to connect with the Liu family. However, in terms of seniority, Liu Shuyan was indeed a generation older.

The Crown Prince, however, did not greet Liu Shuyan. He walked directly to the bed and picked up Li Chang'an.

"Time truly flies. In the blink of an eye, Third Brother is already one year old!"

"Third Brother, when you were born, I happened to be injured."

"It's only now that I've fully recovered that I've come to see you."

Name: Li Yunlong (Crown Prince of Southern Qing)

Age: 28 years old

Realm: Great Grandmaster

Talent: Scheming (Ninth Rank), Politics (Third Rank), Command (Eighth Rank), Martial Dao (Ninth Rank)

Ability: Scheming (Ninth Rank), Politics (Sixth Rank), Command (Ninth Rank), Control of Subordinates (Eighth Rank), Imperial Art of Manipulation (Ninth Rank)...

Affection: 30

Remarks: Third in power, Fifth in martial prowess in this world!

Compared to this comprehensive panel, Li Cheng's panel truly couldn't compare.

His talents in Scheming, Command, and Martial Dao were basically the strongest!

Scheming refers to calculation and strategizing, while politics refers to handling government affairs; these are two different things.

The Crown Prince's political ability was only Sixth Rank. Judging from the future chaotic political situation in the court and local areas, Li Yunlong's political ability was far inferior to his scheming.

The Crown Prince's Meridians were completely severed in a war against Northern Wei, and Chen Pingping risked his life to bring him back.

It was also because of this complete severing of Meridians that he could hold more True Qi, making a Breakthrough to the Great Grandmaster Realm in one fell swoop.

Now that he had just broken through to the Great Grandmaster Realm, counting the existence of Wu Zhu, his martial prowess ranking was only fifth.

His power was immense, likely only lower than the two Emperors of Northern Wei and Southern Qing.

It now seemed that the System would give high rankings to individuals who had a significant impact on this world.

Crown Prince Li Yunlong's position was stable; Li Chang'an's birth posed no threat to his claim to the throne.

Therefore, his affection value was positive.

Not long after the Crown Prince arrived, the Second Prince, Li Zhi, Prince Jing, also came.

Name: Li Zhi, Prince Jing

Age: 23

Realm: Eighth Rank Peak

Talent: Farming (Eighth Rank), Poetry (Third Rank)

Ability: Socializing (Seventh Rank), Politics (Third Rank), Poetry (Third Rank)

Affection: 50

Another younger brother who associated with Ye Qingmei, without martial talent, yet Cultivated to the Eighth Rank Peak!

However, Li Zhi, Prince Jing's martial arts had always been hidden, and few people knew about it.

This future Prince Jing's talent was surprisingly Farming, which aligned with his future destiny.

Socializing refers to a social ability stronger than average, indicating that Li Zhi, Prince Jing was still a social butterfly.

However, Li Zhi, Prince Jing had no scheming ability, so he seemed relatively simple.

"People, one can tell their fortune from a young age. Third Brother will definitely be dashing and romantic in the future."

Just then, a delicate young girl entered from outside the door.

The saying 'more beautiful than flowers, a calamity for the nation' referred to her.

She pouted and said, "When Crown Prince Big Brother came, he didn't even call me!"

Name: Li Yunrui

Age: 14 years old

Realm: None

Talent: Scheming (Eighth Rank), Politics (Eighth Rank), Palace Intrigue (Eighth Rank)

Ability: Scheming (Fifth Rank), Politics (Third Rank), Palace Intrigue (Sixth Rank)

Affection: 0

Don't be fooled by Li Yunrui's smiling gaze at Li Chang'an; her favorability was actually zero.

This woman's talents were quite formidable: Scheming, Politics, and Palace Intrigue were all Eighth Rank!

Little schemer!

"Oh my! Let Big Sister have a good look at Little Brother!"

Who would have thought that this pure and beautiful young girl would later become a ruthless and promiscuous woman?

Li Yunrui was the daughter of an old friend adopted by the Empress Dowager. Though not biological, she was raised as her own, cherished and pampered from birth.

Finally, the stout Li Cheng wobbled in, "Everyone, relax a bit. Today is a family dinner, no talk of state affairs."

The usually quiet small courtyard became extremely lively for Li Chang'an's first birthday. The meal was boisterous, filled with filial piety and paternal love.

Li Cheng's body was clearly weak and frail, sweating profusely after eating a little. After the meal, His Majesty the Emperor sat upright and began to speak.

Li Chang'an, placed in his cradle, observed the situation at the dining table, which was precisely the occasion for the elders to display their status.

Sure enough, Li Cheng cleared his throat twice, and all three children sat respectfully.

"Today is Chang'an's birthday, and the Crown Prince has also fully recovered. Truly a double blessing."

"Regarding Yun Rui's marriage, I am thinking..."

When Li Yunrui's marriage was mentioned, she suddenly frowned.

Li Chang'an saw that the Crown Prince's expression was also a bit strange.

Subsequently, the Crown Prince actually interrupted the Emperor's speech directly!

"Your Majesty! Wait a moment!"

A Crown Prince who dared to interrupt the Emperor's speech was definitely the pride of all Crown Princes!

Not all Crown Princes were cowardly and incompetent; at least this Crown Prince before them was terrifyingly strong.

The Imperial Treasury and the Supervisory Council were both in his hands, and he held considerable prestige in the army. Li Cheng indeed could not suppress him.

Emperor Li Cheng's gaze deepened, and he actually suppressed his dissatisfaction and anger.

It turned out that the rumors of Prince Cheng's weakness and lack of backbone back then were true.

The Crown Prince continued, "Your Majesty, today is Third Brother's first birthday."

"A first birthday should be about first birthday matters; the 'grabbing for fortune' ceremony is indispensable!"

Then, the Crown Prince clapped his hands towards the door.

A middle-aged Eunuch Hou entered with practiced small steps. He carried a tray, on which various small items were placed on a red cloth.

From afar, Li Chang'an saw the Four Treasures of the Study, scriptures, an abacus, jewelry, rouge, toys, weapons, and so on, filling the tray.

His Highness the Crown Prince had prepared in advance.

Name: Eunuch Hou

Age: 28 years old

Realm: Fifth Rank Lower

Talent: Palace Intrigue (Eighth Rank), Socializing (Eighth Rank), Martial Dao (Fourth Rank)

Ability: Palace Intrigue (Sixth Rank), Socializing (Seventh Rank)

Affection: 20

The shrewd Eunuch Hou was also a martial arts master, currently Fifth Rank. In a dozen years, he would surely reach Seventh or Eighth Rank.

Eunuch Hou skillfully spread all the items evenly on the bed.

Liu Shuyan also placed Li Chang'an on the bed, in the middle of a circle of objects.

Upon hearing the Crown Prince interrupt the Emperor, Li Yunrui cast an admiring gaze at the Crown Prince.

"How important the 'grabbing for fortune' is! Big Brother grabbed a long spear and a crossbow back then!"

"Later, Big Brother indeed became the Crown Prince, his military might shaking the world!"

"I wonder what Little Brother will grab?"

Hearing this, both Li Cheng and Liu Shuyan frowned.

Li Chang'an immediately felt that Li Yunrui's words had a hidden meaning.

What did she mean? That grabbing weapons meant he would become the Crown Prince and threaten the throne?

Li Yunrui, this one, was not a good person from a young age!

Li Chang'an stood up and looked down at the bow and arrow at his feet.

At that glance, Liu Shuyan immediately said, "Chang'an..."

Her words were cut short by the Crown Prince's reprimand.

"Talented Consort Liu! A child's 'grabbing for fortune' is about their true heart, do not disturb."

At this moment, Li Chang'an noticed that the Crown Prince's affection value instantly changed from 30 to -50!

The Crown Prince's expression also became extremely cold. This suspicious, cunning old man!

Li Yunlong, are you a dog?! To turn hostile so quickly!