Gao Yan looked at Zhang Qi and slowly said: "Chang Gong is no longer young, he has been wearing a crown for almost a year, shouldn't he get married?"

  The two words "married" came out, and those around them looked at Langling Wang with a smile, also looking at the little woman leaning on his side.

  The King of Lanling's hand was still gently stroking Zhang Gui's hair, he raised his head and looked straight at the Emperor, smiling as he said: "I'm afraid I must decline Your Majesty's question, I am not willing to discuss marriage."

  His voice was not small, and the dignitaries sitting in the front rows could all hear it clearly.

  Qiu Gongzhu and Li Ying looked at Zheng Yu with concern at the same time, seeing her eyebrows and eyes stiffen again after just relaxing.

  Gao Yan was taken aback and asked in surprise: "Not willing to discuss marriage? Chang Gong, you are already 21 years old, aren't you going to take a wife and have children?"

  The King of Lanling lowered his head and said slowly: "That matter I am not in a hurry."

  Is saying he himself is not anxious an implicit criticism that the emperor is anxious?

  Gao Yan's warm smile froze, and he silently cursed in his heart. Meanwhile, the people around him looked at Lang Ling Wang in shock, who remained arrogant as ever.

  Isn't he worried that the sacred mandate he just obtained would be lost again by his own doing?

  A young scholar stood up and shouted at the King of Lanling: "The king is so confused, for a toy that is not content with its status and does not follow the path of a woman, you actually don't even care about the great principles of human relationships?"

  The King of Lanling raised his head.

  He stared at the young man, saying in a low voice: "She is not a plaything! She is my beloved!" He said coldly: "You'd better think twice before speaking!" His anger was about to erupt.

  That young man was just hot-headed, wanting to gain some face in front of the Emperor, what kind of world had he ever seen? At this moment, being glared at by the Prince of Lanling, his clear and handsome face turned bright red. His legs softened, and he fell back onto the couch.

  At this time, Langling Wang stood up.

  He pulled up Zhang Qi, put her in his arms, and looked at the dignitaries present. In a calm tone, he said word by word: "My wife is born to be unruly. She loves to cause trouble... She is still young and ignorant, you are all respectable husbands, should understand the reason. Gao Zhang Gong said that today, under the sky, if anyone wants to move my wife, they must step over Gao Zhang Gong's corpse!"

  His eyes were deep and heavy as he came, with a terrifying ruthlessness on his stunningly handsome face. At this moment, even General Duan did not doubt his determination!

  Everyone stared at Langling Wang in shock, looking at the small woman tightly wrapped in his arms, as if she were a treasure. They all simultaneously fell silent.

  The four of them suddenly fell silent, and Langling Wang suddenly raised his head and shouted: "Bring it in!"

  In the midst of everyone's astonishment, two guards walked in, each carrying a wooden box.

  As soon as the two entered the hall, Langling Wang revealed his snow-white teeth. Sen Sen said: "Take that wooden box and open it in front of all the distinguished guests."

  The guards responded with a "yes", placed the wooden box on the ground, and then opened the wooden box!

  As soon as the box was opened, a burst of screams and vomiting sounds came one after another. Amidst the commotion, Prince Langling's eyes scanned the crowd in the hall like a wolf, saying word by word: "This pair of men and women once humiliated my Ah Qi in the market, and they are not worth dying for!"

  The sound was like a thunderclap, shaking everyone's eardrums and making them buzz.

  The screams and vomit continued, the dignitaries present may not have recognized whose head that young man was, but they did recognize the beauty's head. In recent years, although there were many beauties in Ye City, only a few stood out, excluding those who were untouchable to ordinary people, almost everyone had been intimate with this red mansion's number one beauty!

  And she, today was beheaded by Langling Wang and her head was placed in a wooden box!

  Absolutely brutal and merciless!

  For a moment, even Gao Yan took a deep breath. It wasn't until now that he fully believed that Zhang was indeed the reverse scale of Gao Changgong, and his words "Whoever dares to move her will have to step on my corpse" were not empty talk!

  Like Gao Yan, there are not a few people with ugly faces.

  Just as the commotion reached its peak, General Duan spoke up, "What nonsense!"

  He glared at Lang Ling Wang and shouted in a low voice: "Gao Chang Gong, this is the old man's mansion!" Turning his head, he angrily ordered: "Get out!"

  "Yes." Several soldiers came out, covered the two wooden boxes and hastily retreated. Immediately afterwards, several maidservants came over, although the floor was extremely clean, they still cleaned it once more. At the same time, in the four corners of the hall, beauties lit sandalwood incense.

  Duan Lao Jiangjun turned his head, and he glared at Lanling Wang again. He didn't continue to scold him: What's the big deal about killing a few people to shock the scene? A real man can die with honor, wrapped in horse hide. Looking at Gao Changgong earlier, he seemed a bit foolish, but now it seems that he is indeed decisive in killing and daring to take action at critical moments, which makes him a talented person. Although he was bewildered by feminine charm, that's not a big deal either.

  Under General Duan's orders, a team of song and dance performers floated out. The beauties' red sleeves fluttered, fragrance wafted everywhere, and the panic brought by that person earlier was completely covered up.

  The King of Lanling leaned back and pulled Zhang Yi into his arms. Stroking her raven hair, the King of Lanling said to the Emperor in a low voice: "Imperial Uncle, from the time I was born until now, there is nothing else that brings me joy, except for this woman in my arms. I have tried every way to reject her, but I just can't bear to let her go, put her down, or forget about her..."

  He raised his head and looked at Gao Yan with sincere eyes, saying in a low voice: "Chang Gong is a foolish person, disappointing the emperor..."

  In response to his gaze, Gao Yan let out a long sigh. Duan Jiangjun, who was standing on one side, vaguely sensed the turmoil between these two people and hastily stood up, poured a cup of wine for His Majesty, and signaled a beautiful maid to fill Lanling Wang's cup as well. He said warmly: "Come, come, come, we've made our bows, we've had our say, let's drink."

  There was a hint of teasing in his tone. At this moment, General Duan's annoyance with Langling Wang dissipated somewhat. The woman beside him was indeed a seductress, and it was better for her to seduce the high-ranking officials than the king himself.

  The banquet has been going on until now, and the interest is gone. After drinking a few times, Your Majesty just left, and the dignitaries asked to leave one after another, and in a short while, more than half of them had left.

  The King of Lanling and General Duan said a few words to him, then bid farewell and left. Just like when he came in, as soon as he turned around, he swept Zhang Gui into his arms and strode towards the door.

  As the figure of Langling Wang disappeared, Li Ying suddenly said: "A You, you'd better forget him." She shook her head and said: "Gao Changgong is so infatuated with that Zhang woman. Even if he became his legitimate wife, what's the use?"

  Zheng Yu lowered her head, took out a handkerchief from her bosom, and dabbed at the corners of her eyes with trembling hands. "If I could forget," she said softly, "I would have forgotten long ago..."

  As soon as these words came out, Li Ying fell silent.

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  Holding Zhang Qi, Prince Langling jumped onto the carriage.

  The horse carriage moved steadily through the streets, with swaying lanterns on both sides illuminating the dark night sky.

  The King of Lanling lowered his head and looked at Zhang Gui.

  He felt that she was angry... Just like he was going to make a show of himself tonight, the banquet. Was she also trying to take advantage of the situation?

  I don't know why. Thinking of her being annoyed, he felt great.

  These past few days he had been depressed and angry, but just now being provoked by Xiao Mo, he suddenly understood some things. Along with that, his mood also relaxed a lot.

  The horse carriage returned to the mansion, and Langling Wang went to the study to discuss matters. Zhang Gui, on the other hand, walked into the main courtyard.

  As soon as she entered the hospital, she was stunned.

  There is a person standing in the courtyard, with thick eyebrows and big eyes. A round face with a joyful smile, isn't it Ah Lu?

  How did Ah Lu come?

  Seeing Zhang Qi's daze, A Lu hastily ran over. She held Zhang Qi's hand. After the master and servant closed the door, without waiting for Zhang Qi to ask, A Lu said with grievance: "Just now, Gao Changgong sent someone to forcibly take me back from the Shangshu Mansion."

  She looked at Zhang Qi with a wronged expression and said in a stifled tone: "This martial artist, always uses force. Not only did he take you away by force, but also took me, a maid, away... As soon as his men entered, they left after saying one sentence, and then put me in a cloth bag." Ah Lu's voice was trembling with sobs, her eyes were red with anger, "The people from the Xiao Mansion didn't say no, why did he take me away? And put me on horseback, I've been vomiting all along the way. Ah Qi, this person is too bullying, you must help me avenge!"

  Zhang Qi hastily hugged her, "Alright, I'll help you avenge, help you avenge."

  After comforting A Lu, Zhang Qi seemed a bit distracted.

  Seeing her dazed, Ah Lu said in a low voice: "That day I just went, Xiao Lang saw me. Ah Qi, Xiao Lang is too good at talking, one sentence after another, and he took away all the words you and I said. He was delighted to hear that."

  Zhang Qi nodded.

  Seeing her still in thought, Ah Lu asked: "Ah Gui, what are you thinking about?"

  Zhang Qi's throat was a bit dry, she recounted what had happened at the banquet, lowering her head and twisting the hem of her clothes as she said: "A Lu, I'm starting to lose control over him..."

  A Lu was frowning and looking worried for a moment, then smiled and her face lit up. "A Gui, what are you afraid of? He didn't say he's going to discuss marriage temporarily, did he? As long as he hasn't discussed marriage yet, you're not in danger. Anyway, you can wait until he wants to discuss marriage before getting anxious."

  Zhang Qi did not answer.

  At this moment, Fang Lao Guan Shi's voice came from outside, "Have seen Zhang Ji."

  Zhang Qi turned around, "What's up?"

  The king of the county issued an order, granting Zhang Ji ten maidservants and inviting her to come out for a meeting.

  Zhang Qi and A Lu walked out.

  Standing in the courtyard were ten girls that Zhang Gui had never seen before. These girls, each and every one of them petite with bright eyes and eyebrows, were all Chen people.

  When he saw Zhang Gui, he was stunned. Fang Lao pointed to a corner and said, "The king has spoken, the mansion is too empty. Those servants are all placed in the courtyard, waiting for Zhang Ji's disposal."

  Standing in the corner are some middle-aged men and women in their thirties and forties, each with a dignified appearance, although they are lowering their heads, but revealing a kind of elegance.

  "Hey, what's going on? They look a bit alike. Are they from the same family?"

  Mr. Fang replied, "They are all from one family, a total of ten households, all from Chen State, and they were once honest and wealthy families." As he spoke, Mr. Fang looked at Zhang Qi, "The Duke said that from now on, Ji's maid Ah Lu, as well as these ten households, will be under Zhang Qi's control. If Zhang Qi lives, they live; if Zhang Qi dies, they die. If Zhang Qi loses a single hair, one of them will lose a limb. If Zhang Qi is injured in any way, it will start with the maid Ah Lu, cutting off her hands and feet, and cutting out her tongue." Amidst Ah Lu's pale and terrified expression, Mr. Fang spoke calmly, "In short, from now on, their honor and death will be tied to Zhang Qi alone. The Duke also said that if ten households are not enough, he can find twenty or thirty more. The Duke also said that these families have no connection with Ji, so Ji might not care about their lives or deaths. Therefore, earlier he had ordered a team of people to go to Chen State to invite Ah Lu's relatives, and then Ji will not be able to think wildly anymore."

  As soon as the voice fell, Zhang Qi was shocked and her face turned pale.

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  After Old Fang briefly explained the situation, he excused himself and left.

  In the study, Langling Wang was holding a pen and writing hastily. Seeing Fang Lao come in, he put down his pen and asked: "How is it?"

  Mr Fang told the whole story again.

  Zhang Qi's face turned pale, Ah Lu stared with wide eyes and burst into tears. The King of Lanling slightly curled up the corners of his mouth. He turned his head and smiled to himself: How did I hear that Ah Qi is like this? It makes me very happy.

  Mr Fang retold the story again, and Langling Wang waved his hand.

  The Fang family retreated from both inside and outside the imperial court.

  He retreated halfway and looked towards the King of Lanling. Under the flickering candlelight, his tall figure was like a thousand-year-old iceberg, crystal clear, beautiful, but also solemn and thick.

  Fang Lao stopped in his tracks and said softly: "Your Highness, I've heard that once this woman has a child, her heart will be at peace."

  Child?

  The King of Lanling thought for a moment and nodded: "She just lost her child, and she's still weak. Let's talk about it after she recovers."

  The old man walked away, and the King of Lanling called out: "Wait a minute." He thought for a moment, then said: "That woman likes gold, so let's do this: tomorrow, summon some craftsmen to renovate the third wing of the main courtyard. Cover everything in gold foil, from top to bottom, including the bed frame. The whole room should be shining with golden light."

  Fang Lao's eyes widened: Can people still live there?

  He said cautiously: "In the old servant's observation, Zhang Ji usually dresses simply and does not like luxury."

  The King of Lanling furrowed his brow, thought for a moment, and said: "But she's been turning the things in the warehouse into gold lately." When he got to this point, he understood and said: "Never mind, just do as I say." Seeing Fang Lao lead the order to leave, he smiled and said: "Remember to make the things bigger, so that she can't move them."

  Fang Lao was taken aback for a moment, then lowered his head and smiled: "Yes."

  Not long after Fang Lao left, Langling Wang put down his brush and turned to look at the hourglass.

  The sand is almost running out.

  It was already three o'clock in the middle of the night without realizing it.

  He turned around and strode towards the main hall.

  When he arrived outside the dormitory, he could see the candlelight flickering in the dorm room and hear the sound of people talking.

  He took a step forward.

  With a creak, the door was pushed open. In the starlight, Langling Wang, dressed in black, looked handsome and otherworldly as he stood with his hands behind his back, ordering Ah Lu: "Go prepare hot water, I want to take a bath with Zhang Ji."

  Poor Ah Lu, still a young girl, her face turned red as she hastily retreated after responding with a "yes".

  After she stepped down, Langling Wang did not mention a word.

  He lifted his head and smiled at Zhang Qi, under the starlight, his eyes shone brightly. He looked at her and said softly, "Come here, let me give you a hug."

  Seeing Zhang Qi's strong turn of the head, he slowly and calmly said: "There is a widower under my account who has taken a fancy to A Green. He followed me through life and death, although he was a bit rough and liked to beat women, but after all, he was laborious and meritorious..." Before he finished speaking, Zhang Qi had already flown over like a swallow, and threw herself into his arms.

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