The scandal(1)

The duo were both escorted to the capital by the two envoys while they were unconscious. Tai Jian's mother was shocked and heartbroken when she saw her son's condition and so was the emperor of heaven battling nation." My poor son. Look at what you have done to him," the empress of Qin said while wailing as she caressed her son's face. This was probably the second time the emperor saw her in such an agitated. The first time he saw her in such a situation was when Tai Jian decided to leave for the border at the age of only twelve years of age which was something surprising even for the emperor himself as he never imagined that a child of age twelve would decide to go to such a cruel place as the battlefield. Tai Jian was a genius since a young age and he had shown great learning potential that was incomparable to the other youths that were in his age group. It was thus shocking when Tai Jian was brought back to the palace with such serious injuries as ever since he stepped into the battlefield no one has ever been able to wound him to such an extent. Although the Qin state was left in shock the heaven battling state had probably received the shock of their life. The princess whom they believed in,their undefeatable war god had been brought back to the kingdom by an enviy with serious injuries even though they were not life threatening battle injuries left her unconscious. The emperor was furious but with Tie Hongchen in such a condition he had to hold back his temper and tend to his daughter but who would've thought that his incompetent sons would not let such an opportunity go to waste and used this draw as a confirmation that the princess was in live with the enemy hence she willingly held back resulting in the battle ending in a draw. On the court of the heaven battling state,early next morning.....

"The emperor has arrived in the hall," a eunuch announced in an emotionless tone." Long live your majesty," the ministers in the court kowtowed as they welcomed the emperor." Arise. If there is anything you wish to present to the court please do so right away or you may withdraw," the emperor said after sitting on his throne as he stared at the officials exerting pressure with just his gaze. The officials lowered their heads and did nor dare to stare back." Your majesty,the princess has brought disgrace to our empire and has greatly disappointed us," an old official said. The other officials were shocked as they never expected the imperial censor to be the first person to take the floor and accuse the princess. This old man has always been known for being upright and stubborn. Even the emperor could not make him bow his head. No one wanted to get on the bad books of this old man because no one wanted to leave behind a bad name in the history of the empire. He was incharge of censuring the officials and had a strict personality." Oh! How so?" The emperor asked in a neutral tone. No one could guess the thoughts of the emperor from his tone so they decided to let the old man gauge him so as to see his attitude. The militarists were angered by the remarks of the old censor but they did not make any remark." Your majesty is wise. The princess has always been undefeatable and even though she did not lose the battle she has let down our expectations. Rumours are spreading around that the princess did not go all out in the battle. Your majesty,please allow the princess to offer us an explanation, " the old censor said and his words were soon backed by the other ministers." Your majesty,I object. Everyone knows the loyalty that the princess has for the country is unquestionable. The princess has sacrificed a lot for our country and I believe that everyone has seen the loyalty that she has displayed. Since she was young she has dedicated herself to our country and it's wellbeing so pardon me for this but you are not worthy of questioning the princess," another old official said. With these two old men speaking first no one could dare to take the floor. The emperor was quiet and did not speak." Your majesty,I have something to say," the first prince suddenly said. The princes were allowed to take part in court affairs so as to hone them and this was also a way for the emperor to test the abilities of the various princes in governance." Am listening," the emperor said with his eyes closed." Your majesty,according to the spies at the border,the princess and Tai Jian seems to have an affair. We have both evidences and witnesses to support these claims. I implore father to make a decision on this matter," the first prince said. The emperor opened his eyes and stared at the first prince and did not utter a word. Even though he wanted to protect his daughter he knee that the chances of doing so was negligible as it seemed that the ministers and the princes had allied and were pushing forward this matter." Your majesty,please make a decision concerning this matter, " the other officials said in unison." Since you are already prepared then why don't you give me your suggestions?" The emperor asked in a scornful tone." We don't dare," the ministers humbly said." Father since things have developed to this point,the country is already ridden with wara and the people are now tired of wars," the first prince said." So what are you trying to suggest?" The emperor asked. How could he not know what his son was driving to." Father,since the people are already tired of war,why don't we put the people's best interests at heart and also fulfill the wish of youngest sister. It's hitting two birds with one stone," the first prince suggested. The emperor sneered inwardly at this." Your majesty,I suggest we propose a marriage alliance and put an end to the wars. Their are many rumours concerning the princess and not many soldiers would approve of her at this moment and since she can prove her worth in another way then why won't we do so," the first prince said trying to sound benevolent but the other princes could not help but sneer at his words. Their first brother was really good at acting. The second prince was at a loss of words. He really loved and adored his youngest sister but it seems she would soon be turned into a political tool." Your majesty ,the first prince is right. Let us propose the marriage alliance," another official supported. "Let us propose the alliance," the other officials hurriedly bowed and said." Send envoys to propose the marriage alliance to the Qin empire. Since she has reached a marriageable age then it is time for her to get married, " the emperor said with a sigh. No one was more excited than the first prince when his proposal was approved as it meant he was now close to becoming the heir to the throne.