The Emperor then chatted idly for a while, still not mentioning putting Luofeng Tang into the palace. Just then, an eunuch came in to report to the Emperor that the imperial kitchen had finished preparing the midday meal and asked where the Emperor would like it served.

The Emperor's gaze fell on Luo Fengtang, but before he could speak, Luo Fengtang rose to his feet first, clasped his hands together, and politely requested an audience with the Emperor.

Let me know if you have any other text you'd like translated!

The Qihou smiled and said, "General Zhongyong is rarely back in the capital. I would like to invite General Zhongyong to have lunch with me!"

Luo Fengtang said: "Your Majesty's favor, Fengtang is grateful beyond words. But it has been a long time since I returned home. This time, hearing that my wife brought my son who had been lost for seven years to the capital,"

"Living at my uncle's place, to be frank with you, Fengtang longs for home and wishes she could fly back to Your Majesty. I hope you understand."

Ever since I received Yang Ruqing's letter, informing me that she had found Chen'er, and confirming that he was indeed our son who had been lost for seven years,

Luo Fengtang's entire being was unsettled. The most pressing need was to quell the rebellion as soon as possible and return home to be reunited with his wife and children.

Look carefully at your own biological son, Chen'er. See what he has become like in terms of appearance and character.

There, Qi Huang's voice entered his ears once more.

"I am the emperor, the ruler of all under heaven, but I am also a father. How can I not understand your feelings at this moment, General Zhongyong?" he said.

“Alright then, you may return home today to reunite with your family. In two days' time, I shall summon you back to the palace to engage in a game of chess with me. Do you have any objections?” The Qi Emperor asked again.

Hearing Qi Huang agree to let him leave, Luofengtang was overjoyed.

"Busy raised his head and said, “To spar is something I dare not dream of. I would be happy to offer a small display of skill, however humble."

The Qi Emperor laughed and pointed at Luofengtang, saying to Qi Xingchen and Qi Xingyun beside him: "Listen to you all, the valiant Marquis always is so humble!"

Qi Xingchen and Qi Xinyun were also smiling.

Then the Emperor Qi said, "Loyal and Valiant Marquis, this time pacifying the southwest, your military achievements are brilliant and unmatched."

"I had intended, in addition to the rewards, to bestow upon you two beauties from Korea who were tributes…"

Upon hearing Qi Huang's words, Luo Fengtang instinctively shook his head and was about to open his mouth to refuse, but Qi Huang raised his hand to stop Luo Fengtang.

But, Lao Er told me that Zhongyong Bo was a chivalrous and righteous man, and his wife, Yang Shi, was also a female hero. The couple deeply loved each other.

"After eight years of marriage, they still treat each other with respect as guests. Yang never gave Zhongyongbo a concubine, and even though Zhongyongbo was away on long campaigns, he never sought out women. He has always been strict in his self-control when it comes to matters of love."

"So, I've been thinking, instead of sending two beautiful women from Goguryeo, it would be more practical to bestow a house as a gift. Zhong Yongbo, do you agree with me?"

The Emperor Qi asked Luo Fengtang with a hint of teasing in his voice.

>

At this moment, Luofengtang felt like he had just taken a ride on a flying chariot in the clouds. The first two sentences from Qi Huang almost made him break out in a cold sweat.

Luckily, Qi Huang took back his decree later on, so Luo Fengtang narrowly escaped a disaster.

He bowed respectfully and said, "Your Majesty is wise and merciful. Thank you for bestowing this house upon me and my family so that we may have a place to live in peace in the capital!"

The emperor nodded.

"Zhongyong Bo, I want to ask you a personal question. This question is not related to our sovereign-subject relationship. You may answer or not, but if you do, please be honest and sincere."

Southwest has achieved a complete victory. Today, several princes from the small Southwest country came to the capital and paid homage to Emperor Qi.

The Qi Emperor was in high spirits. Facing his beloved general, he spoke more than he usually did in a day.

Luo Fengtang raised his head and looked at the smile in Qi Huang's eyes, and said, "Your Majesty, please."

On both sides, Qi Xingchen and Qi Xingyun also pricked up their ears, curious about the question that Emperor Qi was about to throw out.

The Lord of the State took a sip of ginseng water, moistened his throat and said: "Zhong Yong Bo, you, a stalwart man of seven feet tall, are a true ironclad warrior."

On the battlefield, he strikes fear into the hearts of his enemies, wielding a powerful army and commanding respect. His governance of the military is renowned for its strictness and discipline.

>

“Why, after eight years, haven't you taken other beautiful concubines besides your wife Yang Ruoqing, whom you wed in childhood?”

Even if it's not for the sake of beauty, for the prosperity of the Luo family line, as a man, one should take many concubines and have many sons! Let me know if you have any other text you'd like me to translate!

“Tell me the truth, did Lady Yang become jealous? A shrew? Are you afraid of her?”

When the Emperor asked this question, the vast Imperial study fell silent instantly.

Both Qi Xichen and Qi Xingyun's gazes fell on Luo Fengtang at the same time, especially Qi Xingyun, who seemed to have an indescribable, faint excitement.

Let me know if you have any other text you'd like me to translate!

Luo Fengtang was hesitant about the question of whether he feared his inner self. Qi Xingyun wasn't particularly interested in that, but what he was curious about was what kind of charm Yang Ruohua possessed.

Could it even be said to be magic, that makes Luofeng Tang guard himself so strictly for her, remaining chaste and pure?

Not to mention Luofeng Tang, even Qi Xingyun himself, these years of marriage have been repeatedly delayed. Could it really just be because he said that military affairs and national matters were too busy?

Could it really be that she has absolutely nothing to do with this?

At first sight, one might mistake love for life. But failing to see the sun doesn't mean one has lived a full life.

As a hint of melancholy just began to rise in Qixingyun's heart, Luofengtang had already started his answer.

"Your Majesty is wise, you are right, I am indeed afraid of my wife!" Luo Fengtang said word by word, his face was calm and his eyes had no dodging.

Not only was he not ashamed, but he also straightened his back and chest, as if what would be a disgrace in the eyes of other men was an honor to him.

The Qi Emperor and his two princes were taken aback by Luofengtang's overly straightforward answer.

Luo Fengtang smiled faintly and continued, “Although I fear the inner court, I must clarify that my wife, Yang Ruqing, is not a jealous woman nor a shrew.”

She is the most gentle, virtuous, responsible, kindhearted, and filial woman in the world.

"As a general, I have been away from home on campaigns for many months, and sometimes even years." Let me know if you have more text you'd like me to translate!

“The elderly at home, the young children, and the complicated household chores are all shouldered by my wife, Qing'er alone.”

Everyone says that men are heaven and women are earth, but in our Luó family, it is my wife, Qíng'er, who holds up this sky.

“If she hadn't taken such good care of the elderly and children behind the lines, not letting me worry about them for a moment, I wouldn't have been able to fight with all my heart on the front lines, serving the country and the Emperor!”

“I love her, respect her, admire her, and am grateful to her… ”

“Therefore, I am afraid, I am glorious!”

After hearing Luo Fengtang's words, both Qi Xingchen and Qi Xingyun were stunned, staring at Luo Fengtang with wide eyes, still unable to extricate themselves from his words.

What kind of emotional blend could make a man publicly say such words of support?

What kind of woman could be maintained to this level by a man?

The ruler of the main seat, Emperor Qi, also recovered from his shock.

Genius one second: m.

(Editor in charge：novel rick riordan)