Miao Yi quickly combed his hair and walked in. As soon as he entered, he happily cupped his fists and said, "I've kept Big Brother and Big Sister-In-Law waiting."
Kou Zheng and Sui Chuchu nodded politely.
Yun Zhiqiu stood up to welcome him and asked casually, "Are you done?"
Miao Yi didn't think too much about it, thinking that Yun Zhiqiu had found an excuse for him to show up late. He nodded and smiled. "I'm done. I heard that Big Brother and Big Sister-In-Law are here, so how could I not hurry over?"
Kou Zheng and Sui Chuchu were shocked. They looked at Miao Yi and didn't know what to say. They had seen shameless people before, but they had never seen someone as shameless as him. He even had the nerve to admit it in front of outsiders, making it seem like they were the ones who had interrupted him.
Snow pursed her lips and glanced at Yun Zhiqiu. She couldn't help but sigh inside. 'Madam is trying to screw Sir over!'
Miao Yi's godly reply almost made Yun Zhiqiu burst into laughter. She had to pinch her palms under her sleeves to stop herself from laughing. She was going to tell Miao Yi the truth later. She wanted to see how his face would darken.
Miao Yi also noticed the strange looks that Kou Zheng and Sui Chuchu were giving him. After taking a seat, he asked, "Big Brother, Big Sister-In-Law, is there something you need?"
Kou Zheng took a deep breath and tried his best to calm down. He didn't want this trivial matter to interfere with the important matters at hand. He sighed. "Youde, Father has basically agreed to all of your conditions. You can say that Father has made a special exception for you!"
This was one of the main reasons he had come here. He hoped that Miao Yi would understand how much Kou Lingxu valued him and that it was a common tactic to win his heart.
Miao Yi quickly gave Kou Zheng a look and nodded to show that he understood.
Kou Zheng immediately realized that Miao Yi might not have told Yun Zhiqiu about this. Sui Chuchu also noticed Miao Yi's look, but Yun Zhiqiu couldn't see it.
However, Yun Zhiqiu asked curiously, "Husband, what conditions did you propose to Godfather?"
Miao Yi turned to her and said solemnly, "After the assassination attempt in Western Paradise, I want to strengthen the defenses of the phantom city's headquarters. I don't dare to place my hopes on the old foxes there. I implore you to find a way to help me change the people in the Governor's Mansion. Replace them with a batch of reliable people. This matter is not within your jurisdiction, but you have already agreed. "
Yun Zhiqiu immediately nodded and said, "Then I really have to thank Foster Father." She knew about the wily old foxes in the phantom market. It was too unreliable to rely on those people to protect Miao Yi. At the same time, she also knew that even if Kou Lingxu were to step in, it wouldn't be easy. However, Kou Lingxu still agreed to it. He had indeed been a great help.
Kou Zheng understood something from Miao Yi's words. He fell silent for a moment. After pondering for a while, he said: "Youde, when are you going to return to the Ghost City?"
Miao Yi replied, "I'll be leaving in two days."
Kou Zheng: "I'm afraid I'll have to postpone it for a while. Let me tell you a piece of news. The Empress is pregnant and it has been confirmed. His Majesty is extremely pleased and is preparing to hold a banquet in the Imperial Garden to announce the good news. What Father meant was that if you ran away the moment you heard that the Heavenly Empress was pregnant, he was afraid that people would overthink things. He wanted you to attend the banquet before leaving. "He didn't mention that Miao Yi already knew that the Heavenly Empress was pregnant.
Miao Yi pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Alright!"
Kou Zheng stood up and said, "Then it's settled. When the time comes, we'll leave together. When the time comes, Little Seventh will follow your sister-in-law. "
This was also the reason why he brought Sui Chuchu along. Regardless of whether Miao Yi would fall into the hands of those clans in the future, before things got to that point, he still had to fight for what was necessary. Moreover, Sui Chuchu was the eldest daughter-in-law. In addition to Kou Zheng's current status in the Kou family, there was a high chance that Sui Chuchu would become the Patriarch's wife and the Kou family's matriarch in the future. He had to maintain a certain level of composure, so Sui Chuchu couldn't be too impatient like the others. Naturally, Kou Zheng had to balance public and private affairs to help his wife. Letting his wife and Little Seventh form a good relationship was also helping him win over the hearts of the people.
After personally sending the two of them off, Miao Yi was just about to turn around when Yun Zhiqiu quickly caught up to him and grabbed his arm. "Niu Er, the Heavenly Empress is pregnant. Does that mean the partnership between the Kou family and the Xiahou family is over? Will the Pavilion of Faith and Justice still protect you? "
Miao Yi smiled. "Don't worry. Godfather will naturally consider it. Let's wait and see what happens first." He still refused to reveal that he wanted to make the first move.
Several days later, the day before the banquet in the Imperial Garden. News came from the harem that Concubine Yu had already settled the matter, and the Heavenly Empress had agreed to replace the people in the Phantom City.
The next day, the Kou family, with Heavenly King Kou as their leader, together with the rest of the Kou family, came to the Kou family's guest residence in the Imperial Garden to wait.
As he entered the garden, he took a few more glances at the guards outside the guest residence. He didn't know which part of the Imperial Guard they belonged to. Not long after he left the Imperial Garden, the Black Dragon Division troops led by Mu Yulian were transferred away. Before they were transferred, Mu Yulian even contacted him to give him a heads up.
The group didn't stay in the guest residence for long. When the time came, they all went to the Li Palace.
In the plaza outside the Li Palace's main hall, the formation was clear. The court officials stood at the front, and the family members stood behind. The entire plaza was covered in a vast array of people.
On the steps in front of the hall, a row of red-armored generals stood on both sides, holding their swords as they scanned the surroundings. They were the Imperial Guard.
After waiting for a while, Lord Qing and Xiahou Chengyu walked out of the hall together. The latter raised his head and puffed out his chest. His expression was dignified, but the joy in his eyes was hard to conceal. He swept his gaze across the court officials standing at the foot of the steps.
Dong dong dong! After three beats of the Heaven Shaking Drum, the sound of the drum still reverberated between heaven and earth. Everyone in the plaza bowed together and shouted, "We greet Your Majesty, we greet the Heavenly Empress!"
In a formal setting, facing the court officials, Xiahou Chengyu raised his wide sleeves and folded them into a circle to return the greeting.
Lord Qing waved his sleeve and said, "Dispense with the formalities!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty, thank you, the Heavenly Empress!" After everyone expressed their thanks, they stood up and looked up.
No emotions could be seen on Lord Qing's face. There were no overly complicated ceremonies on the scene. Only his voice reverberated, "We have good news to officially announce to everyone today. The Heavenly Empress has already given birth to a son of heaven in her womb. We have a successor!"
"Congratulations, Your Majesty, congratulations, the Heavenly Empress …" The words that had been prepared beforehand were shouted three times in unison before stopping.
Xiahou Chengyu's face was instantly filled with vigor. His eyes shone brightly as he swept his gaze down below. A mother's status depended on her son's status. It couldn't be more suitable for her.
Shangguan Qing, who was standing one step below the steps, suddenly shouted, "Pass on His Majesty's decree! All prisoners who have not committed any major crimes will be pardoned! All fugitives who have not committed any major crimes and are willing to turn themselves in will be pardoned! "
The crowd cheered again, "His Majesty's grace will benefit all living beings!"
Shangguan Qing said, "His Majesty has set up a banquet for the whole world to celebrate. Return to your seats."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" The crowd shouted again.
Lord Qing and Xiahou Chengyu both turned and went into the hall. The court officials who had the qualifications to enter the court followed them up the steps and entered the hall for the banquet.
"Tian Weng, congratulations!"
Behind Xiahou Ta, whether sincere or not, there was a wave of congratulations. Xiahou Ta cupped his hands in thanks, a smile blossoming on his old face.
All the women in the hall went around the main hall and went to the inner garden to attend the banquet.
Lord Qing invited the court officials in the main hall, while Xiahou Chengyu invited all the women in the inner garden.
In reality, the number of women in the hall was the largest. It couldn't be helped. It was rare for a court official to have multiple wives and concubines. Whenever they saw someone they liked, they would take them in. It would be strange if they didn't have many wives and concubines.
After the court officials left and the women left, there weren't many descendants left in the hall. There were only a few thousand of them.
Soon, a large number of immortals had set up the tables and served all kinds of delicacies. Naturally, bejeweled nectar was also served.
The seats were arranged according to the rank of the Patriarch. Miao Yi basked in the glory and sat in the first row not far from the steps of the main hall.
On the Kou Clan's side, a group of people of the same generation raised their cups to Kou Zheng. Kou Zheng happily pressed his hand down and said, "We're all family. No need to be so polite." However, he couldn't refuse the hospitality, so he could only drink first.
As he put down his cup and refilled it, Kou Qin, Kou Mian, and the others noticed that Miao Yi was a little absent-minded. They followed his gaze and saw the Ying Clan's side. When they saw that Miao Yi was staring at Ying Yang, they couldn't hide the hostility in his eyes. They couldn't help but look at each other. Naturally, they had all heard about what happened in the Western Paradise.
"Sigh, you're so virtuous. It's a joyous occasion for His Majesty today. I don't want to see that unlucky villain. Come, let's have a toast." Kou Mian raised his cup and comforted him.
Everyone at the same table nodded their heads in agreement. One after another, they expressed their consolation to Ying Yang. Only Kou Zheng remained silent. He was the one who knew best what Miao Yi was going to do to Ying Yang.
Miao Yi was expressionless as he walked back and forth with the others at the table.
At this time, Kou Zheng's son, who was the eldest grandson of Kou Zheng, who was also the eldest son of Kou Zheng? T Wen Bai came over with a wine glass in one hand and a wine pot in the other. He was the first to toast to the elders. This was an order of seniority. After him, the grandchildren of the Kou family would probably take turns to toast.
? T Wen Bai began to pay his respects to his father. When it came to Miao Yi, he realized that Miao Yi didn't even look at him. Instead, he tilted his head to the side.
"Uncle." T Wen Bai shouted with a smile while holding a glass of wine.
Kou Qin also laughed, "Youde, Wen Bai is toasting you."
Who would've thought that Miao Yi would see Ying Yang laughing heartily at the Ying Family's side. He was so angry that he didn't even bother to pay him any attention? T Wen Bai stood up, grabbed a wine pot and a wine glass, and turned to leave.
? T Wen Bai's expression changed drastically. He didn't expect Miao Yi to not give him any face in public. For a moment, he froze in place with his wine glass in hand.
Meanwhile, Kou Zheng and the others were shocked. They realized that Miao Yi was walking towards the Ying Family's side with his' weapon 'in hand. Each of them cursed inwardly.' What is he trying to do with his temper? '
Kou Zheng quickly transmitted his voice over to them. Kou Qin and Kou Mian immediately moved to block Miao Yi's way. They couldn't tell what they were whispering to each other.
"Father! What's the meaning of this? " T Wen Bai transmitted his voice over to Kou Zheng.
Kou Zheng glared at him. "Don't you think it's messy enough? It's none of your business. Leave! " He also stood up and walked towards Miao Yi. He reached out to grab Miao Yi's arm and whispered, "Youde. Today is His Majesty's wedding day. Don't mess around!"
Miao Yi smiled faintly. "I'm just going to toast him. I won't cause any trouble."
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