In the Illusionary Realm of the Green Sky Mirror, Zhuo Rusui didn't succeed in assassinating the Qin Emperor; but it was clear who was more powerful between him and Bai Qianjun. Even the elders of the Zhongzhou School couldn't deny it.
The expression on Bai Qianjun's face grew even more terrible.
The guests in the Manor of Prime Minister had already guessed the background of him and Zhuo Rusui, feeling shocked.
This was merely a marriage proposal in Zhaoge City. Even though the two parties were the Manor of Prime Minister and the Manor of State Duke, why would they bother these immortal masters who were supposed to be far away from the mortal world?
Some of the guests quickly understood that it was just like how His Majesty the Divine Emperor personally arranged the marriage. This marriage represented more things.
If the Prime Minister was willing to form a marriage alliance with the Jing family, it meant that he and the officials of the imperial court would support the Prince Jing Yao to inherit the throne.
However, Yimaozhai would never allow such a thing to happen. It was impossible for the Prime Minister to agree to this marriage. Was the Aoyama Sect going to force the marriage?
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No matter whether it was the appointment of the Crown Prince or the marriage, they couldn't be forced by force, at least not right now.
Standing under a tree and looking at Zhuo Rusui confronting Bai Qianjun, Gu Qing mused.
This was a difficult situation to solve. The fire in Xianyang City in the Illusionary Realm of the Green Sky Mirror had explained everything.
They had no choice but to find another way.
According to Zhuo Rusui's idea, it would be better to kidnap the seventh mistress of the Manor of Prime Minister and then send her back to Aoyama together with Jing Li. However, Gu Qing was fully aware that this would bring many troubles and disadvantages later on. More importantly, this was not the result his Master wanted.
Looking at the handsome and composed son of State Duke Shan, Gu Qing narrowed his eyes.
This son of State Duke Shan was an outstanding person. He was able to remain calm even though the day of the marriage proposal had encountered such an unforeseen event.
Would he be able to remain so calm when he saw that young woman and his son later?
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There was a treasure shop on the street not far from the Manor of Prime Minister.
This treasure shop belonged to the Gu Clan.
The Gu Clan, a large clan in the south, had finally gained a foothold in Zhaoge City after decades of effort and with the help of the Manor of Duke Lu and the Manor of Zhao.
In the most secret room, the Master of the Gu Clan looked at the young woman with a pale face who was holding a child in her arms, saying, "Don't worry. According to our agreement, we'll take you away from Zhaoge City and let you marry an honest man, and we'll prepare enough money for you."
This young woman had been the most popular girl in the brothel in Zhaoge City. A few years ago, she was bought by the son of State Duke Shan in private and settled in a private manor, where she gave birth to a daughter. Last year, Country Duke Shan's Fu wanted to form a marriage alliance with the Prime Minister's Fu, so they naturally had to wipe this matter clean. However, no one had expected that she did not die, but was instead hidden by the Gu Family.
The young woman thought of the Gu family steward who had rushed into the courtyard that night, and her face turned even paler. She hugged the child even tighter and nodded.
According to the original plan, she would be sent to the Prime Minister's manor and told the truth in front of all the guests and the Prime Minister.
At this moment, a scholar walked into the room.
This was the most secret room in the treasure shop; how did he get in?
Looking at the young woman holding the child in her arms, he said sympathetically, "You won't have a good ending if you fall into the hands of the Gu Clan. If you don't mind the hardships, you can work as a washerwoman in the Vegetarian House. You can earn less money every month, but your child can attend classes for free. It's a good way out."
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It didn't take long.
The scholar walked out from the treasure shop and went to the Prime Minister's Manor.
Prime Minister Qin was surprised to see him. He took two steps forward and asked, "Why did Young Brother Yun come here?"
The scholar was none other than Xi Yiyun of Yimaozhai. He bowed to Prime Minister Qin and said, "The Master is here too."
Hearing this, there was an uproar in the Prime Minister's Manor.
Bu Qiuxiao had a very high status; why would he show up here?
Xi Yiyun continued, "He asked me to tell Big Brother something; but before that, I'd like to talk to the Cultivation friends of the Aoyama Sect."
Hearing this, the guests in the Prime Minister's Manor felt a bit disappointed, but then they felt excited.
The Aoyama Sect and the Zhongzhou School had a conflict because of this marriage, and now Yimaozhai was going to support the Prime Minister!
Unexpectedly, Xi Yiyun didn't look at Zhuo Rusui, but looked at the tree outside the crowd.
Countless gazes followed him and fell on the figure under the tree.
Xi Yiyun said to that person, "The Master of Prince Jing Yao has used such a despicable method; I'm a bit disappointed."
By now, the guests realized that the ordinary-looking man was Gu Qing of Aoyama; they were quite surprised.
Gu Qing didn't wait for the prostitute to show up, and he knew that his scheme had been foiled.
But it didn't matter. He had prepared a few tricks for the son of State Duke Shan, so he didn't waste the last eight days.
No matter how influential Yimaozhai was in Zhaoge City, it was impossible for him to defeat all of them.
But he had to answer Xi Yiyun's question first, because he represented the Shenmo Peak of Aoyama and Prince Jing Yao.
"You're not willing to be the Master of Jing Yao, but you're exonerating the son of State Duke Shan, who is such a despicable person."
Gu Qing walked out from under the tree and said to Xi Yiyun seriously, "I'm not only disappointed, but also angry."
There was an uproar in the crowd.
State Duke Shan was furious.
Xi Yiyun asked seriously, "That was more than a year ago. If you really want to save that girl and fight for the injustice, why did you wait until now?"
Gu Qing said, "Do you want to say that I'm scheming?"
Xi Yiyun said, "You're right."
Gu Qing said, "I'm not Liu Shisui, who only wants to fight for the injustice. I'm a businessman, so I have to return the favor when I save someone."
Having heard the conversation, the son of State Duke Shan's face was as pale as a piece of paper.
Zhuo Rusui couldn't bear it anymore and said, "What are you talking about?"
Xi Yiyun raised his eyebrows and said, "We'll talk about this later."
Gu Qing was a little angry and said, "In order not to marry a disciple of Aoyama, you'd rather Lady Cen marry a scumbag. What kind of books did you read?"
"You're mistaken. I'm also against Lady Cen marrying the son of State Duke Shan."
Xi Yiyun shook his head and looked at the Prime Minister and said, "This is also what Master wants."
There was an uproar in the crowd again.
Gu Qing was a little surprised and asked, "Then why did you ask me those questions?"
Xi Yiyun was silent for a while and said, "I just don't understand what kind of tricks you used … to make Master change his mind."
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There was a small lake in the old plum garden.
There was a dense forest by the lake.
There was an old nunnery in the forest.
Tian Jinren used to live here in the past.
The spring breeze caressed the willows on the shore. Without the annoying sound of chess, it was very comfortable.
There was a bridge over the lake, but nobody was on the bridge.
Standing by the lake, Bu Qiuxiao looked at the reflection of the willows in the water, his long blue robe falling into the water like the sky.
This House Master of Yimaozhai had an extraordinary bearing, giving people a feeling that he was unfathomable.
Jing Jiu walked over from the bridge and said, "I've made it clear in the letter that you should stop this marriage first, and then we'll talk about something else."
Bu Qiuxiao said, "I've already asked Xi Yiyun to go there. But you should know that the marriage can be stopped or restarted at any time. Even if the son of State Duke Shan can't get married, there are many people in Zhaoge City who can. As such, I hope what we're going to talk about is worth my trip. "
Jing Jiu didn't respond to him, walking toward the old nunnery in the forest.
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(I worked very hard to come back from Bing City to write it. The plot had been planned a long time ago. It's not a hot topic, but a coincidence.)
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