100: Abduction Zhan Pian Pian! She asked me to slow down! (33

Chapter 100: Abducting Zhan Pianpian! She told me to slow down! (33)

"Stop!"

Yun Zhilan shouted angrily, his figure already surpassing Xie Bi'an and the others, as he helped Prime Minister Tie.

"Prime Minister Tie!"

He called out, but Prime Minister Tie's heart was shattered, beyond saving.

His Junior Brother was killed, and Yun Zhilan was furious. He swung his long sword, and a Sword Qi several zhang long slashed through the air!

The ground tiles of the plaza instantly cracked!

As the Great Grandmaster's chief Disciple, his strike was truly extraordinary!

Wu Zhu merely held Fan Xian in his arms, casually waving the steel skewer in his hand, and that Sword Qi was cut in two!

Behind them, sand and stones flew, but Wu Zhu and Fan Xian didn't even lose a single hair!

Feeling the power of Wu Zhu's swing, Yun Zhilan's face drastically changed!

"A Great Grandmaster! A Qing Kingdom Great Grandmaster!"

Hearing his exclamation, everyone was shocked; a Great Grandmaster had actually appeared!

Emperor Qing, secretly watching from a side hall, couldn't help but clench his fists. Wu Zhu had finally appeared!

Twenty years ago, when he saw Wu Zhu, he looked seventeen.

Now Emperor Qing was middle-aged, but Wu Zhu still looked seventeen!

Emperor Qing's long-dormant gaze became fervent.

The immortal Wu Zhu and the mysterious and powerful Divine Temple, all these made Emperor Qing covetous!

Wu Zhu said stiffly, "Oh, the Disciple of an idiot!"

Wu Zhu appeared calm and composed, but Yun Zhilan dared not strike again; the gap between them was too great.

"Who are you, Your Excellency, to know... my master?"

Only someone familiar with Si Gu Jian would call him an idiot.

Wu Zhu nodded, "I know him, but you shouldn't harm Fan Xian."

"I didn't intend to kill that person, but since he's dead, there's nothing to be done. I'm leaving."

After speaking, Wu Zhu picked up Fan Xian and vanished in a flash.

Yun Zhilan's heart was a mix of emotions, but he still returned Prime Minister Tie's body to the Northern Qi Delegation first.

Zhuang Mo Han's eyes welled with tears. He hadn't expected that in exchange for his brother, he would destroy two young Geniuses.

Yun Zhilan now dared not admit that Prime Minister Tie was a Disciple of Si Gu Jian, at least not until they were out of the capital.

If Emperor Qing knew that Northern Qi and Eastern Yi had secretly allied to deal with Fan Xian, both delegations might not be able to leave the capital.

The farewell banquet ended unhappily, with everyone having their own thoughts.

Regarding Wu Zhu's identity, some, influenced by Lin Ruofu, speculated that Wu Zhu was the Great Grandmaster by Fan Xian's side.

It was widely rumored among the people that the Qing Kingdom's Great Grandmaster was Hong Sixiang, so Wu Zhu must be a new Great Grandmaster.

Fan Xian was seriously injured again. The Crown Prince and Second Prince outwardly appeared sorrowful and indignant, but inwardly, they were overjoyed.

Although the Southern Qing ministers were indignant, no one was too sad, because Southern Qing might have gained another Great Grandmaster!

Li Chang'an glanced around; perhaps only Guo Baokun was truly worried about Fan Xian's safety.

The members of the Northern Qi and Eastern Yi Delegations looked even more grim. If Southern Qing gained another Great Grandmaster, they might be annihilated immediately!

Li Yunrui calmly drank her plain wine, feeling very pleased. It seemed her objective had been fully achieved.

Emperor Qing watched Wu Zhu disappear into the distance and gradually calmed down.

"Issue an edict: the two delegations are to remain in the capital for now."

Hong Sixiang asked, "Your Majesty, how long should they stay?"

Emperor Qing said coldly, "Have the Supervisory Council thoroughly investigate Prime Minister Tie's true identity."

"However, since it was their man who died, it wouldn't be right to keep them too long. Investigate quickly."

Emperor Qing's mood was not pleasant, because the news of Wu Zhu's appearance would likely spread immediately.

Would those who had seen Ye Qingmei and Wu Zhu back then make any moves?

Would they guess that Fan Xian was Ye Qingmei's son?

Although Fan Xian's Dantian was preserved, whether his True Qi was crippled was another variable.

If Fan Xian's True Qi was crippled, the plan to have Fan Xian extract the Divine Temple's secret from Xiao En would be completely ruined!

Thinking of these things that could disrupt his plans, Emperor Qing felt somewhat annoyed.

As an emperor, he liked the feeling of everything being under his control.

Fan Manor.

Wu Zhu and Fan Jian were checking on Fan Xian's condition.

Fan Jian was sweating profusely with anxiety, "Old Wu, how is Fan Xian?"

Wu Zhu replied, "Si Gu Jian's Sword Intent, a method developed by Ku He using Western magic, condensed Sword Intent and injected it into Fan Xian's Meridians."

"Now, Fan Xian's Meridians are constantly leaking True Qi. In less than half a year, he will be completely crippled."

Fan Jian said anxiously, "So, if Prime Minister Tie's final blow had crippled his Dantian, Fan Xian would have been crippled on the spot."

"You blocked that blow, but Fan Xian will still be crippled in half a year?"

Fan Xian gave a wry smile, "I feel like I'm leaking Qi all over, it's chilling..."

Wu Zhu stood up and rotated his neck, "Indeed, Fan Xian will be crippled in half a year... but..."

Fan Jian watched Wu Zhu rotate his neck, wishing he could just twist his head off, "But what?"

Wu Zhu continued, "But with me here, that's not necessarily true."

"As long as I beat Ku He up and make him hand over his unique method, we can dispel the Sword Intent."

Fan Xian wiped the sweat from his forehead, "Beating up a Great Grandmaster, only Uncle can do that."

Wu Zhu suddenly felt something was amiss, "But I can't leave Fan Xian. If I leave him, what if someone tries to kill him again?"

At this moment, a black shadow flashed before Wu Zhu, and Shadow knelt on one knee, looking at Wu Zhu with reverence.

"Supervisory Council's Shadow, greets Lord Wu!"

Wu Zhu stared at Shadow for a moment, "With you here, at least Yun Zhilan can't defeat you."

Shadow's thoughts were clearer, "Lord Wu, the Council has already begun investigating whether there's anyone else behind Prime Minister Tie."

"With me here, and the Council and palace sending more experts, Fan Xian should be safe!"

Fan Jian nodded, "That's a plan. Shadow, you go find Chen Pingping. I'll go to the palace to see His Majesty."

Night fell.

Yun Zhilan and Zhuang Mo Han sat in the inn, both looking grim.

"Master Yun, I am truly sorry."

Yun Zhilan sighed deeply, "Who could have imagined a Great Grandmaster suddenly appearing, and one other than Hong Sixiang."

"Since my master also agreed to this matter, we naturally must bear the consequences of any unforeseen events."

"Only my master, you, I, and General Shang Shanhu know about Prime Minister Tie's matter. Everything else was handled very secretly."

"Even the Supervisory Council won't find anything out for a while."

Zhuang Mo Han said, "Prime Minister Tie died, and he was killed by a Southern Qing Great Grandmaster. Southern Qing can't keep us for too long either."

Yun Zhilan said with some annoyance, "It was a normal martial arts competition. If Prime Minister Tie crippled Fan Xian, that's just an unfortunate accident in a fight."

"Their Great Grandmaster suddenly intervened and caused a death; the Southern Qing people are in the wrong!"

"Our two delegations will send people to negotiate and protest with the Court of State Ceremonial tomorrow!"

Zhan Pianpian's room.

The Northern Qi The Eldest Princess had removed her disguise and was tidying her appearance in front of the mirror.

She was very satisfied with her trip to Southern Qing, mainly with Li Chang'an.

Currently, Zhan Pianpian did not know Emperor Qing's reply to Northern Qi: if she chose to marry Prince Yong, she could only be a concubine.

She hummed "Immortal by the River," fantasizing about her beautiful life marrying His Highness Prince Yong, when suddenly a figure appeared at the doorway.

Zhan Pianpian turned her head and saw that it was none other than His Highness Prince Yong, whom she had just been thinking about!

"His Highness Prince Yong!"

Zhan Pianpian habitually curtsied, but then realized something was wrong.

She wasn't disguised; she was showing her true face.

"Oh!" she exclaimed, covering her face.

Li Chang'an found a chair and sat down, slowly saying, "Your Highness The Eldest Princess, I know it's you, no need to hide."

Hearing Li Chang'an say this, Zhan Pianpian peeked through her fingers with her two large eyes.

"Huh? How did you know?"

Li Chang'an said, "The Empress Dowager has already spoken to my imperial concubine about the marriage alliance, and I have also seen the Princess's portrait."

"And thinking of your eyes that day, I recognized you from your eyes."

Zhan Pianpian lowered her hands, placing them neatly in front of her, in a dignified Qi Country manner.

"So, is my gaze very recognizable?"

Li Chang'an smiled slightly, "Your Highness the Princess's eyes have great charm; once seen, they are unforgettable for life."

These nonsensical words made Zhan Pianpian's heart blossom with joy, and she fully believed them.

She carefully tidied her hair and puffed out her chest, making her posture more like a country's princess.

However, she immediately discovered a new problem!

It was so late, how could she let a strange man into her room!

Although, this man might become very familiar in the future.

"His Highness Prince Yong! You! How did you get in!"

"It's so late? How can you intrude into my room?"

"What you're doing, where does it leave the face of the Great Qi imperial family!"

Li Chang'an suddenly realized, slapping his thigh.

"I just wanted to see the Princess. Now it seems, I was indeed presumptuous."

"Then I'll leave?"

As Li Chang'an stood up, Zhan Pianpian quickly pulled him back.

"You... wait!"

Li Chang'an sighed, "For the sake of the Qi Country imperial family's face, I should still leave."

Zhan Pianpian cleared her throat twice, "You've already made a mistake by entering this door.

Even if you leave now, the mistake cannot be undone."

"So, the most important thing is that you acknowledge your mistake, know that this was presumptuous, and don't do it again next time."

Li Chang'an sat back down in the chair and asked, puzzled, "Then should I leave, or not?"

Zhan Pianpian sat upright, saying seriously, word by word, "You came to see me late at night, it must be something urgent. I'll forgive you this once."

Li Chang'an also nodded seriously, "Your Highness the Princess is indeed sensible. I will definitely knock next time I come."

Zhan Pianpian and Li Chang'an sat across the table. After just one glance at Li Chang'an, her face suddenly turned crimson.

It was so late, sitting opposite a man, she had never had such an experience in her life.

Moreover, this man was her idol since childhood, and now the object of her affection.

Zhan Pianpian clasped her hands together, suddenly too nervous to say anything.

Li Chang'an said calmly, "Your Highness the Princess, you've been to the capital, but you haven't really gone out to see much, have you?"

"I've been busy with affairs, and today I finally found some free time, but you're about to leave."

When this topic came up, Zhan Pianpian eagerly said, "It's not just the capital; in fact, I haven't even seen much of Shangjing City."

"I've lived in the imperial family since I was young and never had the chance to see the outside world."

"This time, coming to Qing Kingdom with my teacher, I've also been very cautious, not daring to reveal my identity."

Li Chang'an smiled calmly, "If you trust me, I can take you out without anyone knowing."

"Moreover, with my cultivation, no one will be able to harm you."

Taking Zhan Pianpian out for a stroll, someone with the lightness skill of Old Wang would be more than enough.

Most importantly, using the Clairvoyant Eyes and a Half-step Grandmaster's hearing, he could avoid acquaintances and secret agents in time.

Therefore, taking Zhan Pianpian out would not expose his cultivation.

Zhan Pianpian heard this bold idea and was clearly moved.

For a caged canary, seeing the outside world was simply too tempting.

However, Zhan Pianpian, who had always been strictly disciplined, was still somewhat resistant to going out with a man late at night.

Seeing Zhan Pianpian hesitate, Li Chang'an continued, "As long as one's heart is open and honest, there's no need to be too concerned, right?"

Zhan Pianpian tapped the table and said, "But my heart isn't open and honest..."

As soon as the words left her mouth, she immediately regretted and corrected herself, "The Northern Qi imperial family has always been open and honest!

Tell me, what's a good place to go out so late?"

The night markets of Southern Qing and Northern Qi were both very prosperous. In a certain area of the capital, the night markets didn't close until the second or third watch.

Of course, all Brothels were within the night market area.

Besides that, there were restaurants, snacks, tea houses, and Song and Dance House (song and dance halls), too many to count.

Li Chang'an slowly said, "The night market in the Southern Qing capital, with vendors from all over the country, has a lot of food."

"At this time, the barbecue restaurants in the East Market should be open, with fresh lamb, beef, venison..."

"If you don't like grilled, there's also hot pot lamb, beef tripe, or a bowl of pig's feet rice, and a sweet soup."

"There's also Yi Shi Inn's roast duck, but the one at the night market is even better, with crispy skin and tender meat, you can smell the aroma from dozens of zhang away..."

As Li Chang'an spoke, he noticed Zhan Pianpian's large eyes staring intently at him, and she had already swallowed several mouthfuls of saliva.

"His Highness Prince Yong, if you want to invite me out, I have a request."

Li Chang'an was stunned for a moment, almost thinking Zhan Pianpian was also a Transmigrator.

"Princess, please speak."

Zhan Pianpian hesitated and said, "I want to eat roast duck... just the meat, not wrapped in a pancake, can I?"

Li Chang'an stood up and extended a hand to Zhan Pianpian.

Zhan Pianpian recoiled, "His Highness Prince Yong, men and women should not touch."

Li Chang'an pointed out the window, "Then you wait here, I'll fly out to eat roast duck by myself."

"Wait!" Zhan Pianpian almost instantly took several steps forward.

Li Chang'an took her hand and put his other arm around her slender waist.

She exclaimed nervously, "Li Chang'an, you can pull me and hug me, but don't think you can deceive me!"

"This Princess has been smart since childhood, I'm not easily fooled!"

By the time Zhan Pianpian regained her senses, Li Chang'an was already embracing her and sprinting across the rooftops!

In the dark of night, the houses and trees beside them rapidly receded, and the wind whistled in her ears. Zhan Pianpian's eyes widened.

Faster than the Northern Qi imperial carriage, and able to fly in the sky, she had never had such an exhilarating experience!

Zhan Pianpian unconsciously squeezed Li Chang'an's hand, then suddenly cried out.

"His Highness Prince Yong, slower, slower, I can't take it anymore... I'm a little dizzy."

Li Chang'an then slowed his pace, but soon after, Zhan Pianpian's excited voice came from his arms again.

"Faster, faster, I can take it now!"