Chapter 17 Goodbye, Grandson
Today, she wanted to see with her own eyes what kind of extraordinary powers this Xu Luo had.

She came in front of Xu Luo, smiling, her eyes moving, as if hinting at something. Xu Luo's heart tightened, he knew that today's test might not be simple.

"Xu Luo, I heard that you have a lot of opinions about my husband?" Empress Changsun's voice was soft, but with a hint of oppression.

Xu Luo smiled slightly, knowing that if he answered this question properly, he would be in high spirits, but if he answered it poorly, it might cause a storm.

"Empress, His Majesty is famous for his devotion to you. Just like your bright eyes, they are charming and have captured His Majesty's heart."

Xu Luo paused deliberately, looking at the empress's long eyelashes that were trembling slightly, and continued, "His Majesty, although there are three thousand beauties in the harem, he only has a special affection for you. This kind of loyalty is really rare."

After hearing this, Empress Changsun couldn't help but blush on her face, as beautiful as a petal. She bit her lower lip lightly, and her chest rose and fell slightly, as if Xu Luo's words touched her heart.

"As for His Majesty's love for the Crown Prince and Princess as a father, that is also well known," Xu Luo continued.

Empress Changsun nodded slightly. She knew that Li Shimin was impeccable both as a husband and a father. Her jade-like earlobes trembled slightly, as if responding to Xu Luo's words.

Xu Luo saw this and secretly felt lucky that his words touched the heart of Empress Changsun.

"Yes, Your Majesty is deeply in love with his wife and has always been loyal to her. I am deeply comforted by this deep affection." Empress Changsun finally spoke, with a hint of satisfaction in her voice.

The two continued their conversation in a relaxed atmosphere, and Empress Changsun's opinion of Xu Luo was also quietly changing.

Xu Luo talked about the responsibilities of being a father with his hands and feet gesticulating, as if he was performing a stand-up comedy, which made the atmosphere around them much more relaxed.

"Look, isn't he a typical loving father? His strictness is matched only by his care, and he interprets the word responsibility to the fullest!" He commented with a smile to himself.

Empress Changsun nodded slightly, with a polite smile on her face, "Sir, your opinion is profound, it is indeed true."

Princess Changle was standing aside, her eyes curved into two charming crescents and her laughter as clear as spring water, making people want to laugh along with her.

However, the maids and servants behind the Queen all had their brows furrowed, their eyes like sharp arrows, as if they couldn't wait to shoot through the outspoken Xu Luo.

Xu Luo seemed to be unaware of this, and suddenly changed the subject, bringing up a heavy topic, "But, Madam, if we talk about your Majesty's role as a son, younger brother, and older brother, what do you think?"

The expression of Empress Chang Sun suddenly became complicated, as if a beautiful painting was suddenly splashed with ink. Speaking of the Xuanwu Gate Incident, Li Shimin killed his brother to seize the throne, which was the most taboo topic in the royal family.

Her chest rose and fell slightly, and her nostrils flared gently, revealing her inner uneasiness.

Behind her, the maids and servants looked indignant, as if to say, "This guy is really talking about something that is not relevant!"

Xu Luo suddenly laughed again, "Perhaps, His Majesty had his own difficulties, or the situation forced him to do so, which led to the incident."

He changed the subject, his eyes sharp, "But even if there are thousands of reasons, the stain can't be washed away. Isn't this the basis for future generations to judge him?" He looked directly at Empress Changsun.

Empress Changsun's face became increasingly ugly, and she nodded slowly, as if admitting a fact she was unwilling to face. Her eyes revealed a kind of helplessness, as if to say, "Yes, even if I don't want to admit it, the Xuanwu Gate Incident is indeed a source of worry for Your Majesty."

"The truth is always impartial and unquestionable." Xu Luo's tone was a little teasing, "The Li family's throne is indeed not so upright."

"Oh, Mr. Xu, if your words get to the palace, be careful that your lovely head might be moved away!" Empress Changsun smiled, with a hint of cunning in her eyes.

"Your Majesty is wise. I was just talking nonsense in private. Please don't take it seriously." Xu Luo waved his hand as if he was nonchalant.

"Don't worry, sir. Today's conversation is only between you and me and will not cause you any trouble at all." Empress Chang Sun clapped her hands gently, her hair dancing in the wind, revealing an unquestionable majesty.

"Sir, although he may be lacking as a son, he has worked hard for the people of the world day and night since he ascended the throne. He is often still reviewing memorials when the candles are burned out."

There was a hint of tenderness in her eyes, as if she was describing Li Shimin's diligent image. "In this case, isn't he a wise ruler?"

"Yes, it is indeed rare." Xu Luo nodded, but then changed the subject, "But Madam, forgive me for being blunt, has the Tang Dynasty really reached the point where people don't lock their doors at night and don't pick up things on the road, as you said?"

"Is it true that there will no longer be tragedies of cannibalism in this world?" He stared directly at Empress Changsun with a sharp gaze.

Empress Changsun smiled slightly, her chest rising and falling slightly as she took a deep breath. Her eyes were firm, as if they could penetrate all the fog. "Sir, the prosperity of a country is not achieved overnight, but the emperor's heart is evident to all. He is a good emperor who constantly pursues this goal."

"I firmly believe that under his governance, the country will eventually usher in true peace and prosperity." Her voice, like the brightest star in the night sky, illuminates the way forward.

Xu Luo's words were extremely bold.

Sitting in front of him were Empress Changsun and Princess Changle. When they heard Xu Luo dare to comment that Li Shimin did not meet the standards of a good emperor, their faces instantly became colorful.

Xu Luo, however, looked relaxed, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised: "Empress, Princess, please don't be angry, Xu Luo is just telling the truth. Your Majesty is wise and powerful, but to be a good emperor, I'm afraid he is still a little short of it."

After hearing this, Empress Changsun's originally tense face gradually relaxed, and a hint of approval appeared in her deep eyes.

At this moment, Princess Changle bit her lips lightly. Although she did not speak, her slightly heaving chest and tense neck revealed her emotions.

Xu Luo's words were undoubtedly a challenge to the imperial power, but they also gave people a glimpse of his unyielding backbone.

Empress Changsun smiled, with a hint of amusement in her eyes, and asked softly, "So, Mr. Xu Luo, in your opinion, what is the standard of a good emperor?"

Princess Changle next to him also looked at Xu Luo curiously, as if she was quite looking forward to his answer.

For a moment, the atmosphere in the palace suddenly became tense, as if this question could determine the fate of the world. However, Xu Luo was not in a hurry, and his eyes swept over everyone present with a faint smile on his face.

(End of this chapter)