1009: Supporting Li Er! Thousand Mile Soul Lock!

The time it took to burn two sticks of incense passed in a flash.

In the City Lord's Manor's reception hall, Jiang Dali and Li Shimin chatted and laughed merrily.

Li Xiuning listened to their exchange with great interest, occasionally revealing a knowing smile that naturally inspired affection. No wonder Kou Zhong had once been so utterly captivated by her.

On the other side.

Li Xiangfang stared unblinkingly at Jiang Dali's face, so full of masculine charm, both heroic and cold. Her thoughts drifted back to the first time she had seen him aboard the Fragrant Apricot Pleasure Boat.

Only a little more than a year had passed.

That bold, uninhibited hero of the past had unexpectedly become a towering figure in both Song and Ming, someone who could subtly influence the course of both nations' politics. Even Li Er now had to personally invite him to meet and treat him with the courtesy due an elder. It was truly unimaginable.

By now, Li Shimin and Jiang Dali had reached the end of their discussion. Li Shimin rose excitedly, cupped his hands, and smiled. "If Shimin can obtain Your Highness's assistance, I will surely accomplish great things. I will certainly repay Your Highness in the future!"

Just then, Jiang Dali noticed a quest notification from the interface.

"You have triggered the Tang State Dragon-Supporting Quest: 'Support Li Er.'

Quest Details: Prince of Qin Li Shimin has campaigned north and south, gradually gathering many valiant generals and fierce warriors within the Celestial Empire Army. He has formed a powerful political faction within Tang State, directly threatening Crown Prince Li Jiancheng.

In order to consolidate his position, the Crown Prince has joined forces with Prince Qi Yuanji, who is likewise dissatisfied with the Prince of Qin. By currying favor with Emperor Gaozu