Chapter 315
Leaving the investigation of the origins and whereabouts of the opium in the rundown temple to the Government Office of the Capital almost guaranteed that, even if results were uncovered, nothing much would come from them. After all, how many could dare to speak candidly, risking their lives like Wei Zheng?
The emperor and his official conversed for a while longer, and as noon approached, an Eunuch softly reminded them. Li Shimin said, "I won't keep you for lunch; cherish these early days of marriage."
His tone carried a hint of wistfulness, his smile growing more tender. Xiao Song knew that his smile was probably reminiscing about Empress Zhangsun, not out of affection for him. Since he had not explicitly expressed this, Xiao Song merely thanked him and hurriedly took his leave.
Li Shimin watched Xiao Song stride away and joked with the Eunuch, "That lad is really in a rush."
