After marrying the vegetative-state princess, I became insanely happy!

Su Li had no idea about Emperor Li's decision; his only thought was to climb up the ranks at any cost and earn enough points to go home.

Living off the land was a life he no longer wanted.

Of course, even if he knew he was facing the fate of a symbolic marriage meant to bring good fortune, it wasn't something he could decide against or resist.

Thus, out of nowhere, Su Li was brought into the palace, setting the wedding date with Princess Changle, who was in a vegetative state.

The city of Chang'an was abuzz.

'What? Princess Changle is getting married to a common farmer?'

'Wait, the Princess has lost her soul? She's in a coma?'

'Is this young man being used for luck?'

As the wedding day approached, the story grew.

'It's not for luck. Looks more like a funeral rite to me.'

'Even if it's for fortune, how long can it last? They say some with her condition can live for decades, that's decades of a lavish life.'

'But what's the use of power and luxury if you're married to someone who's practically a piece of wood?'

In this period of the Tang Dynasty, there was no punishment for gossiping about the palace's affairs, so the people of Chang'an discussed openly.

As the big day approached, Su Li, who only days ago was living a simple life, inexplicably became the newly minted son-in-law of the Tang Dynasty.

Despite the circumstances, Su Li met many prominent figures at the wedding. Wei Zheng, Du Ruhui, and even Emperor Li Shimin himself.

The atmosphere was somber; everyone knew the nature of this marriage. The most radiant jewel of Tang, Princess Changle, had been reduced to this state. They pitied her, and they pitied Su Li.

Yet, while everyone else felt genuine sorrow, Su Li's sorrow was all an act.

Marrying a princess who couldn't move or speak? And he had to care for her day and night?

For Su Li, this was a boon! His system granted him points for physical contact with high-status individuals. Being with Princess Changle, one of the highest status individuals in the entire Tang Dynasty, around the clock meant his points would skyrocket!

A permanent enhancement, the 'Tyrant's Power,' only cost a million points. He could get that in just ten days!

If this banquet didn't end soon, Su Li feared he would burst out laughing.

Everyone saw a tragic situation. Su Li, on the other hand, saw a golden opportunity.

As far as he was concerned, Princess Changle wasn't in a vegetative state; she was a ticket to his success.

Su Li was ecstatic, feeling like he was on top of the world!"