jdhmnovel Chapter 343 Lion Fight
Chapter 343 Lion Fight
Li Chengqian raised his eyes slightly and looked indifferently at the lion that the Arab was slowly pushing up.
The lion was huge, with thick mane and a wild light in its eyes.
The moment Su Zhi's eyes met the lion, she couldn't help but cover her lips lightly, trying to hide her inner shock.
Her eyes flashed with a mixture of curiosity and a hint of fear, and her body leaned back slightly.
Li Shimin looked at the lion with great interest.
Such exotic beasts were rarely seen in the territory of the Tang Dynasty, and the lion aroused his strong curiosity.
The civil and military officials of the Tang Dynasty were not completely unfamiliar with lions.
In those days, an envoy from a distant country presented a lion as tribute to the Sui Dynasty, and also posed a difficult question to Yang Guang in a unique way, with the aim of testing the strength of the Sui Dynasty warriors.
At that time, the lion was finally killed with bare hands by the warriors of the Sui Dynasty under the attention of everyone. This incident became a legendary story that has been passed down to this day.
It can be seen that this vast Chinese continent has produced many heroes since ancient times, and has never lacked warriors who are brave and powerful and have extraordinary strength.
What's more, we are now in the center of the Tang Dynasty.
Today, an envoy from another country came with a lion. Could it be that they want to test the bravery of the Tang Dynasty again?
When the Tang Dynasty's generals saw the lion, their faces flushed with excitement and their eyes were eager to try.
Li Chengqian's face was as calm as water, making it difficult to glimpse his true emotional fluctuations.
"Your Majesty, this lion represents the sincerity of our Arab Empire."
Muhammad said this with a respectful bow, his voice carrying a unique charm.
"These lions were captured with great difficulty in the Kunlun slave colony. They are a male and a female, and are now presented to the Tang Dynasty."
"I have heard that there are warriors in the Sui Dynasty who can fight lions with their bare hands. Now that the Tang Dynasty is prosperous, it is far superior to the Sui Dynasty in the past. I believe that the warriors of the Tang Dynasty can fight lions with their bare hands without any problem, right?"
As soon as Muhammad said this, the atmosphere in the entire Hanyuan Hall instantly became solemn.
All the civil and military officials of the Tang Dynasty turned their gazes towards Muhammad, their eyes filled with anger, thought, or vigilance.
Zhang Xuanwei's reaction was particularly strong, simply because he was studying Ma Yi's physiognomy. At this moment, he saw those noble-looking birds and beasts above him, as well as the five real dragons that symbolized the emperor, all of which seemed to focus their stern gazes on Muhammad alone.
The invisible aura of pressure even caused the three physiognomy experts who were busy packing to pause.
Their hands froze in mid-air, a trace of astonishment appeared on their faces, and they looked at each other, seeing the shock of this sudden situation in each other's eyes.
Li Chengqian knew in his heart that although the Arab Empire's move was provocative, it was not the time to tear each other apart.
After all, the Tang Dynasty still had to rely on the Arab Empire for many matters, such as importing Kunlun slaves from it.
Even if the Arab Empire went on its own westward expedition to capture the Kunlun slaves, it would have encountered many troubles. Not to mention the long journey, the unknown geographical risks alone would have been enough to give them a headache.
The Arab Empire also relied on the strong economic support of the Tang Dynasty during its expansion. The Tang Dynasty's silk, porcelain and other exquisite goods were highly sought after in Arabia and even further to the West, bringing it great wealth.
One wants population, the other wants wealth.
Although there is a possibility of conflict between the two sides, this is definitely not the time for a showdown.
Moreover, when the Tang Dynasty traded with Arab merchants, they were not only honest and trustworthy, but also extremely reliable and had never broken their promises in business dealings.
Thinking of this, he slightly raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a smile, and turned his gaze to Muhammad with a hint of deep meaning in his eyes.
"The Tang Dynasty is naturally far superior to the Sui Dynasty. A mere lion is nothing but a piece of cake for the powerful generals of the Tang Dynasty. There is nothing to be afraid of."
Li Chengqian's voice was steady and confident.
Li Jing looked at the lion from the side, and couldn't help feeling a surge of joy at seeing prey in his heart.
He had a special liking for this kind of ferocious beast and had raised several tigers in his own mansion. Under his careful care and domestication, those tigers were like docile cats, playing with him.
If he could have a lion to accompany him at this moment, it would be a great pleasure in life. It would not only satisfy his love for wild beasts, but also show his heroism.
But time is merciless, and he is no longer as brave as he used to be. The aging of his body and the decline of his energy make him feel that it is difficult for him to fight the lion, and he can't help feeling lonely.
"Which general wants to come up and fight the lion?" Li Chengqian asked loudly.
When Jiang Lai heard this, her heart suddenly tightened and she hurriedly reached out to pull Qin Ruzhao's sleeve. Her eyes were full of worry and her fingers trembled slightly, revealing her uneasiness.
Qin Ruzhao patted her hand gently, his broad palm conveying warmth as a comfort, and then he stood up and strode forward with his head held high.
"Your Majesty, I am willing to fight the lion!"
Qin Ruzhao's voice was firm.
When the civil and military officials saw that it was Qin Ruzhao who stepped forward, they all showed playful smiles on their faces.
Everyone knows that although Qin Ruzhao's military record is not outstanding, his personal bravery is extremely amazing. He is born with supernatural powers and is famous far and wide. No one in the army can disobey him.
Li Jing was able to subdue a tiger when he was young. Now, for the unparalleled Qin Ruzhao, subduing a lion should be a piece of cake, right?
Everyone was talking to each other, full of anticipation and imagination for the upcoming lion fight.
Li Chengqian looked at Qin Ruzhao and nodded slightly.
In the field of single combat, Qin Ruzhao is undoubtedly the most brave and capable person in the Tang Dynasty.
More importantly, he is young and full of vigor, exuding a kind of youthful energy, which is a unique advantage given to him by time.
"Okay, Ruzhao, go ahead and be careful."
Li Chengqian warned earnestly.
Qin Ruzhao bowed respectfully and continued, "Your Majesty, rest assured. However, my household is still in need of a guard animal. I have found this lion to be quite majestic. If I am lucky enough to tame it, Your Majesty, would you please give it to me to use as a guard animal?"
There was a frankness in his words that made people laugh.
Before Li Chengqian could answer, Li Shimin couldn't help laughing out loud.
He admired Qin Ruzhao's straightforward and heroic character very much, and was very happy in his heart.
However, due to his status, he could not speak, so he could only gesture to Li Chengqian with fiery and crazy eyes, urging him to agree quickly.
His eyes were full of expectation, as if he would speak up himself if Li Chengqian didn't agree.