A plain pair of eyes, witnessing the birth of a prosperous era.

Hua Chao?

Looks like things are getting complicated.

He had heard Luo Yan mention before that Hua Chao's demonic seed was planted by Dan Qing.

So, does Dan Qing want to bring back the true Qing Yi into the world by using the demonic seed to influence Hua Chao?

Strictly speaking.

His own Twelve Aunt's supernatural powers had already surpassed the realm of Dan Qing's soul crossing.

She reduced her brushwork, calling Hua Chao a "work", making them two different people.

Dan Qing...

Why does he think he can restore the brushwork she reduced?

Just relying on the demonic seed?

Ying Wuji's head was a little sore as he looked at Wu Shuangxu and asked, "Is the intelligence accurate?"

"If nothing unexpected happens."

Wu Shuangxu sighed lightly, "It should be accurate!"

Ying Wuji: "..."

Not afraid of thieves stealing, but afraid of thieves coveting.

He wasn't even afraid of Dan Qing coveting him now.

But it was even more unbearable to have his own wife coveting him, right?

He took a deep breath, "Shuangxu! You must have a way to restrain her, right?"

Wu Shuangxu pointed at the two people in front of them, "I have invited these two experts for you. Isn't that enough to restrain her?"

Ying Wuji felt slightly relieved.

Thirteenth Lord was known as the number one expert in the realm of martial artists, and his combat power was unmatched. Even now, he had already comprehended the embryonic form of supernatural powers. Even if Dan Qing had comprehended the realm of divine enlightenment, she would not dare to easily engage in a fight if she was caught by Thirteenth Lord.

Wu Fuzi was even stronger, a master of mechanical puppets and organ techniques, although his actual combat power was not strong.

But the will of the Mohist was extremely strong, and his divine consciousness was naturally extremely sharp. It was not an easy task to approach Hua Chao under his watchful eyes.

However, there seemed to be a big problem inside.

Ying Shisan took a sip of wine, "I can't handle this matter. The thing I have been hoping to see the most in recent years is for my elder sister to reappear in the world and use her supernatural powers to save my wife. I can't guarantee that I won't turn around and help Dan Qing protect Hua Chao."

Wu Wenchang sighed deeply, "I can't either!"

"This..."

Wu Shuangxu was stunned for a moment, "But it was already stated in Qing Yi's letter that Hua Chao is just an ordinary pair of eyes."

"Bang!"

Ying Shisan slammed his cup on the table, "I also want to respect my elder sister's choice, but people will always have some unrealistic thoughts. It's better not to think about this matter."

Wu Wenchang nodded, "I can't either!"

Ying Shisan's expression turned gloomy, "You mentioned something about the end of Ming Du just now? Qing Yi said that her understanding of Dan Qing's soul crossing is hidden in a mysterious place, and only the person who can fulfill her wish in the future can find it.

It might be hidden in Ming Du!

The person who can fulfill her wish might be right in front of us.

Kid.

Let's go to Ming Du in July!"

But Wu Wenchang frowned, "I can't... Oh no! I feel that it's not right. Although Wuji is a genius, his character... How can he bear this supernatural power? Even Qing Yi couldn't accomplish it, he..."

Ying Shisan waved his hand, "Qing Yi asked Wu's master to come forward, and Wu's master is also a master of Taoism. Since Hua Chao has already appeared, it means that this kid can handle it.

Even if he can't handle it now, he will be able to handle it sooner or later.

There's nothing else I can say.

Goodbye!"

After saying that, he directly cut through space with a single slash.

He disappeared from the room.

Wu Wenchang also stood up and bowed to the two of them, "Wuji, although I have been infatuated with Qing Yi for many years, I have always regarded her as my teacher and often yearned for her reappearance. But I am old and my body is weak, my mind is confused, and it is difficult for me to make the most rational judgment. It is not a good choice for me to be a guard or to make progress. Please don't take offense, Wuji.

Although Dan Qing has not personally taken action in recent years, and has not learned the complete method of Dan Qing from Qing Yi's hands.

But his talent and comprehension are very high, whether it is martial arts or spells, he was already outstanding when he was young.

After so many years, his strength is probably already very strong, and not something that ordinary experts can deal with.

All I can do is tell you these things and hope that you can come up with a foolproof plan.

Goodbye!"

His expression was somewhat sorrowful as he turned and left the private room.

Ying Wuji propped his cheek, "Difficult!"

Wu Shuangxu also did not expect this result, her hands crossed in front of her chest, her eyebrows slightly furrowed.

Ying Wuji suddenly remembered something, "Shuangxu, why don't we invite your master? Hua Chao was arranged by him, it wouldn't hurt to send her a little further, right?"

Wu Shuangxu shook her head, "My master did something that affected the overall situation many years ago, and has been bedridden for several years, needing someone to take care of even going to the toilet. Are you suggesting sending her to the Marquis's mansion for retirement?"

Ying Wuji was a little unwilling, "Then do you have any stronger senior brothers or senior uncles, or even senior brothers?"

Wu Shuangxu shook her head, "The Yang Zhu lineage emphasizes following one's own nature. Although they are all ambitious people, they all have their own things to do. I won't force them, and I can't force them."Ying Wuji interrupted, "So none of them want to make money?"

Wu Shuangxu's eyes lit up, "How much money?"

Wuji took a deep breath, "A lot!"

"Yes!"

"How many?"

"Four or five!"

"What's their strength?"

"They are all at the stage of Embryonic Transformation."

"In that case, forget it!"

Wuji rubbed his head, "They won't be able to earn that much money!"

Wu Shuangxu couldn't help but ask, "If the palace is safe, why not send Hua Chao to the palace?"

"Because the palace may not be safe either!"

Wuji rubbed his head.

Yesterday, when he found Zhao Ning, he had already heard their complete plan.

Whether it was the new land or the capital of the Great Ming, they couldn't afford any mistakes, so the majority of the troops would definitely be in the new land. After all, the Di Kingdom's army was mixed with powerful demons, and no one knew what these demons would do.

Those who could be called powerful demons were at least at the level of the Embryonic Transformation, and there might even be those at the level of Spiritual Enlightenment.

There were also various magical abilities possessed by the various demon tribes.

They were extremely difficult to deal with.

That's why Zhao Ji's external avatar would personally be stationed there.

As for the capital of the Great Ming,

they would also carefully select the most elite ten thousand warriors.

Zhao Ning would personally lead the team, and Cao Gonggong would protect her in secret.

It could be said that this was almost equivalent to a battle for the fate of the Zhao family.

As long as they could win this battle, not only would they completely suppress the momentum of the Ji family, but they would also be able to control the power of the Jiang family.

If they succeeded in the new land, it would also make the people of the world trust the rear of the Li Kingdom even more. It was equivalent to inserting a pipe into the major arteries of the Wei and Han families and sucking hard.

Therefore,

Zhao Ji planned to give it her all.

At least, all the high-level forces.

Although there were still a large number of elite troops stationed in the palace, compared to those going to the capital of the Great Ming, they were at most second-tier. It would be possible to avoid an attack on the palace by the Wei and Han families.

But it was not certain if they could completely defend against a powerful Spiritual Enlightenment expert like Dan Qing.

Moreover, there was no one in the palace worth protecting anymore.

The palace was said to be the dignity of the royal family.

But to be cruel,

dignity only existed in the king and the crown prince.

Everyone else was just an appendage.

Even the queen and Li Caimei only lived in the Qingjiang Palace to take care of each other.

And Zhao Ji's true body would not protect them, but would be stationed in the underground palace to guard the foundation of the Great Li.

Apart from the court meeting, they might not even show their faces.

These arrangements were extremely risky.

But only three people knew that as long as Ying Wuji didn't act recklessly, it would be impossible for him to expose himself.

But if they hid Hua Chao in the palace, attracted Dan Qing over, and then discovered...

Oh?

Was the Li royal family playing with fire?

If the secret leaked out, not to mention Hua Chao, the entire Zhao family would probably face a major problem.

Therefore,

everything had to remain the same, and only one expert would be sent to secretly protect Hua Chao.

Sigh...

Headache!

Ying Wuji rubbed his head, feeling extremely annoyed.

He didn't know why he felt annoyed and wanted to rub his head.

He just wanted to rub it.

Wu Shuangxu stood up, "I'm sorry, I didn't consider it carefully! I will go find my senior and see if I can persuade him. However, it won't be easy. Don't have too high hopes, Young Master. But at the very least, I will get a few protective talismans. Even if Dan Qing gets close, she may not be able to do anything to her."

Ying Wuji thanked her sincerely, "Thank you!"

Wu Shuangxu cupped her hands and then...

She packed up all the leftover food on the table and left.

She wanted to pay the bill, but Ying Wuji snatched the bill from her.

The carriage returned to the Fu Mansion.

Ying Wuji jumped off the carriage and quickly went to the study, closing the door and calling out Han Juan, who was in the Hanguang Sword.

"Han Juan, can you still contact your master?"

"I can, what's the matter?"

"I want to ask him to come back and protect for a while!"

Ying Wuji paused and added two words, "With a high price!"

Han Juan waved his hand, "That probably won't work. The younger generation's cultivation is all entangled with my master. Look at how old he looks. How can you tell that he's only two hundred years old?"

Ying Wuji: "???"

Two hundred years old?

Is this for real?

But since Han Juan said so, it probably wouldn't work.

He could only ask, "Do you know anything about that senior Sword Spirit?"

"Not particularly."

Han Juan was just sleeping inside the Hanguang Sword earlier, looking a bit drowsy.

He sat cross-legged in mid-air, supporting his chin with one hand, and his eyelids drooped as he dozed off, "I know everything about him that my master told me. The most important part, you already know."

The most important part.

Indeed, he had heard it.

It was nothing more than the fact that the Sword Spirit was tired and didn't want to be entangled by the fate of the Shangwang Sword. He wanted to part ways peacefully and pursue his own life.

Before parting ways, he wanted to see it living happily.

Wasn't this still not letting go?

Ying Wuji could clearly feel that the senior Sword Spirit was watching him from a distance.

He asked eagerly, "Did your master mention anything about the senior's personality and hobbies?"Han Juan thought for a moment and said, "It seems that it has been said that this senior is dedicated to pursuing the path of the sword immortal and does not like to meet strangers. The only thing he seems to like is music. He secretly went to the mortal world a few times to listen to music and was caught by my master."

"Oh..."

Ying Wuji suddenly realized, "So that's how it is!"

He asked a few more questions but did not get any more information.

Han Juan yawned and went back into the sword to rest.

Ying Wuji looked at the sky and realized that it was already late at night.

He was extremely tired.

He quickly returned to his room to rest.

The room was pitch black, but it wasn't scary.

In the quiet environment, other senses became more acute.

A faint scent of a woman lingered in his nose, and he could hear the steady and even breathing. It was a happy thing.

Ying Wuji took off his coat and quietly crawled into the bed, afraid of waking up Hua Chao.

But he didn't expect that.

As soon as he lay down, a warm and plump body pressed against him.

Ying Wuji was surprised, "Hua Chao, why are you awake?"

He didn't immediately get a reply.

He only felt the warm breath gently brushing against his neck.

Then he heard Hua Chao say dreamily, "I had a dream just now."

Ying Wuji asked, "What did you dream about?"

Hua Chao's voice sounded a bit aggrieved, "I dreamt that another woman was competing with me for you, as if she was a woman you met while traveling outside."

Ying Wuji: "..."

Hua Chao asked again, "Don't you want to know who won in the end?"

Ying Wuji asked, "Who won?"

Hua Chao chuckled lightly, "Who could win? Isn't it up to you to decide? Since you love me so much, of course you drove her away. But that woman is also pitiful, deceived by you, I felt a bit sorry for her when she left."

Ying Wuji's mouth twitched, "What happened afterwards?"

Hua Chao sighed, "I couldn't let go of this matter, so I left you. I found that woman and asked her to come back and accompany you, but she couldn't let go of your deception either. In the end, we ended up living together."

Ying Wuji: "..."

Hua Chao smiled gently, "Don't be sad, it's just a dream. How could you have the time and energy to do such a thing? Even if you had the intention, you wouldn't have the time!"

"Of course!"

Ying Wuji didn't hesitate and asked with a smile, "Did you get angry with me in the dream?"

Hua Chao recalled for a moment and said with some resentment, "Of course I got angry! Especially when I asked you whether you loved me or her more, and you said you loved both. Liar! How can a man love two women at the same time?"

Ying Wuji's mouth twitched again and he continued to ask, "Did you ignore me in the dream? Did you leave home in anger?"

Hua Chao thought for a moment, "Yes!"

"That's not allowed! Even if you're angry, you can't just leave."

"Huh?"

Hua Chao was stunned, "Do you really..."

Ying Wuji quickly explained, "Of course not! It's just that many bad people have come to Jiangcheng recently, especially skilled at confusing people's minds, and they are targeting you."

Hua Chao was puzzled, "Targeting me?"

Life and death were at stake.

Ying Wuji didn't dare to be mysterious, so he roughly explained what happened with Qingyi earlier.

Hua Chao listened quietly and suddenly chuckled, "So I'm your aunt?"

Ying Wuji grinned, "Don't you feel uncomfortable?"

Hua Chao shook her head with a smile, "Why should I feel uncomfortable? My mother and that flower girl are two different people. I don't even have any shared memories with Qingyi, let alone her temperament and character. How can an ordinary woman like me compare to Qingyi's status?

Qingyi and I are completely different people, so don't worry.

Even if that painter really comes looking for trouble, he won't succeed.

Qingyi needs me to witness the birth of a prosperous era.

So I will stay by your side peacefully and wait to see it!

You can do whatever you want, don't worry.

I won't leave."

Ying Wuji didn't expect Hua Chao to be so open-minded about this matter.

But after thinking about it, he still felt a bit worried, "But that painter is very cunning. Who knows what methods he might come up with to harm you? No matter what happens, you must not leave Jiangcheng. Tomorrow, I will go and ask for some talisman papers for you, as well as a wooden man that can ward off disasters. Even if you get angry with me for some special reason, you must believe that I love you. If you encounter danger, infuse your true energy into the wooden man and talisman papers. That way, nothing serious will happen."

"Okay!"

Hua Chao obediently nodded and sighed softly, "Have I caused you so much trouble? You're already busy enough, and yet you have to spend so much time protecting me."

"No!"

Ying Wuji smiled, "Don't you understand me? Am I the kind of person who cares about political affairs? I only do these things because I hope that our future life can be better. Political affairs are just indirect, how could I be stingy with directly protecting you?"And recently there is nothing particularly busy, mainly discussing some things, and it will be quiet after handing them over to Zhai Yun and Wu Dan tomorrow.

By then, except for going to the palace to show my face, the rest of the time will be spent at home, and I will be able to accompany you well before July."

"Um..."

Hua Chao's laughter was full of happiness, but she asked again, "What about July? Will it be busier?"

Ying Wuji's expression became serious: "Not only will it be busier, but I will also have to work hard."

Hua Chao became a little nervous: "Ah! Don't work too hard..."

"You can work less at other times!"

Ying Wuji gently held her hand: "This time, I have to work hard."

Hearing this, Hua Chao fell silent for a while.

She had a faint feeling that Ying Wuji might be working hard this time for her.

But... what do I have that is worth fighting for?

She lightly kissed Ying Wuji's cheek: "If this life has to be fought for, then go ahead! I will wait for you at home. If I can't wait for you at home, I will find you in the tomb. Sleep well! My mother will arrive the day after tomorrow, so you need to rest well."

Ying Wuji: "..."

He felt moved in his heart.

He tightened his arm, as if afraid that she would run away.

...

The next day.

Ying Wuji went to the Mohist Guild and officially launched the production plan for the glass mirrors.

After all, this thing is a profitable item. The reason why it hasn't been started before is that he didn't lack money and wanted to maintain a relative advantage over the Mohists.

As for now.

As long as the battle in the new territory is won, there will immediately be a period of several years of economic development, which will definitely require a large amount of money for infrastructure construction.

And the war in the capital of the Great Ming, Anyi, is the best time to maximize this relative advantage.

Ying Wuji didn't expect this day to come so soon.

But he has always been on standby, and the raw materials and production equipment have long been prepared.

Within three days at most, the production line will be set up immediately.

Then it will be like working on a factory assembly line.

Of course, the money will not be less.

After everything is arranged.

Ying Wuji and Wu Dan sat side by side on the steps at the back door of the Mohist Guild, watching the river flow while leisurely eating dried meat.

The guild's work is too tiring.

When physical strength can't hold up, they would find a place to sit down and eat the snacks provided by the guild.

These snacks were made by chefs invited by Ying Wuji from the imperial kitchen, and there are all kinds of dried fruits and meats.

At first, the Mohists questioned whether this violated the principle of "frugality".

But Ying Wuji told them, if you eat one catty of food but do the work that allows others to eat ten catties of food, why shouldn't it be considered frugal?

The Mohists calculated it.

It seems that this is indeed the case.

After all, the efficiency of the Mohist Guild has been getting higher and higher.

Wu Dan felt emotional. He had never been to the soap factory, but he personally designed the equipment for the assembly line.

At first, he didn't feel anything special, but later when Ying Wuji revealed the production volume, he was shocked.

He never expected that when it reached the level of "industrialization" as mentioned by Ying Wuji, the efficiency and production volume could be so terrifying.

The printing industry is like this.

The soap factory is like this.

The glass mirrors this time will also be like this.

Especially this time, the assembly line for the glass mirrors will be right under his eyes, which will definitely bring even greater shock.

This time he is in charge of the glass group, and Zhai Yun is in charge of the silver plating group.

If they get busy, it is probably unlikely for the two of them to meet even if they live in the same house.

He looked at Ying Wuji and smirked, "Brother Black Chicken! You entrusted me with the craftsmanship of making glass, aren't you afraid that I will go back to Kingdom Wu and start a factory to make money behind your back?"

Although it is not the entire process of making glass mirrors.

But glass is a rare item in this era.

It is terrifying to sell it.

He also didn't expect that the pile of miscellaneous cheap minerals could actually refine such a rare item as glass.

Pure profit!

"If I'm afraid, I wouldn't have entrusted it to you!"

Ying Wuji smiled faintly, "When you return to Kingdom Wu, your brother won't be able to take care of you for a few years. You must have enough interests to firmly bind all the noble families of Kingdom Wu to your ship."

Wu Dan grinned, "Then aren't you afraid that our Kingdom Wu will become too strong and threaten your position?"

Ying Wuji waved his hand, "No! You are too weak!"

Wu Dan: "..."

That's a harsh thing to say.

Ying Wuji turned around and looked through the back door into the courtyard.

Wu Dan also turned his head and saw the busy Mohists.

They were all dirty and tired, but their faces were filled with joy.

They didn't know whose hands these mirrors would eventually end up in, but they would definitely turn into finances to continuously support the construction of the new territory.

The new territory is great!

The Mohists who went to the new territory sent back many letters, all praising the construction of the new territory.

Although it is only in its infancy, it is a great project that benefits the country and the people.

The court is willing to spend money on it.The Prime Minister is extremely enlightened and will do his best to meet any reasonable demands. He also suppresses the Zhao family and the children of small clans who cannot enjoy privileges.

In short, the new land of the Great Li is a paradise for the Mohists, enough for them to realize their ambitions. The official system that is closely tied to the Great Li Academy ensures that this prosperity continues from generation to generation. Similarly, it is also a paradise for ordinary people.

Wu Dan admired, "That's great! If our Kingdom Wu could be like this too."

Ying Wuji smiled and said, "Don't worry! The whole world will be like this in the future."

Wu Dan's mouth twitched. Recently, he had studied politics a lot, especially under the guidance of Wu Lie. He understood many things that he didn't understand before, especially the chaotic world under the current situation and the ambition of Prince Zhao Ning.

During this period, the most common sentence he heard from Wu Lie was: Whether you are close to the Ji family or the Li and Zhao families, it is all for the prosperity of Kingdom Wu for generations to come.

He understood Ying Wuji's feelings and his true meaning.

The world belongs to the Li and Zhao families.

But is it really important for the people of Kingdom Wu to live a good life?

Wu Dan fell into contemplation. He remembered what Ying Wuji had said before: Your brilliance in the history books is enough to overshadow the entire Kingdom Wu.

He used to think that Ying Wuji was bragging.

But now...

Hey!

It seems like he really is something.

Without him, could the glass mirror be made so quickly?

Damn, he's so awesome.

What a waist!

Ying Wuji glanced at him and said, "By the way! Talk to Lao Zhai and ask the Mohist brothers to work harder. Try to compress the three days of work into two days and take a day off in between."

Wu Dan was stunned and asked, "Why?"

Ying Wuji slapped him on the head and said, "Nonsense! My mother is coming the day after tomorrow. You guys are my brothers and also the national scholars of the Great Li. How can you not go to welcome her?"

"What's that?"

Wu Dan was confused and said, "What kind of national scholars are Lao Zhai and I? How can we be national scholars?"

Ying Wuji sneered, "Why shouldn't you be national scholars? Just think about those old guys in the court. Who has created more value for the court and the people than you two?"

Wu Dan: "..."

It seems like that's the case.

Ying Wuji patted his butt and stood up, saying, "The ceremonial official measured your sizes yesterday. The ceremonial robes will be delivered tomorrow. Clean yourself up, at least wash your face with jade soap. Don't look like a freshly dug up taro when the time comes."

Wu Dan's face turned red with anger and he said, "You're the one who looks like a taro!"

Ying Wuji smirked, flipped him off, and quickly got on the carriage. He whipped the horse and quickly left the Mohist Guild.

Wu Dan was left behind, furious and helpless.

Wu Dan gasped for breath for a while before finally calming down.

He glanced at the snack basket beside him, where the taro was short, fat, and black.

Damn it!

His mouth is so foul!

Fortunately, he doesn't look like a taro, otherwise, he would have been defeated by you.

And what is the most important thing for a man?

Is it appearance?

It's inner beauty!

Recently, because of his inner beauty, several Mohist girls have been eyeing him, okay?

If it weren't for women affecting his work efficiency, he, Wu Dan, would not be single anymore, okay?

Let's continue working!

Wu Dan carried the snack basket back to the courtyard.

When passing by the blacksmith's shop, he subconsciously glanced inside.

The outer wall was painted with five big characters in cinnabar powder: "Labor is the most honorable."

A group of shirtless strong men were passionately forging iron inside.

The sparks flying around.

Made him feel like he was watching fireworks on New Year's Eve.

Wu Dan shook his head.

Let's get back to work...

...

The Marquis Mansion.

Hua Chao didn't go to the theater troupe today.

Because the theater troupe is already mature now. The first group of actors who started the theater troupe together have each found their own path and can even teach others. There is no need to discuss how to improve it with Hua Chao every day.

Of course, the main reason is not this.

Not going to the theater troupe is mainly because it's too dangerous.

Ying Wuji told her that he will arrange a master to protect her in secret in a few days.

Before this master is in place, it is definitely safer at home. After all, there are formations arranged at home, which can at least provide some safety.

It's a good time to prepare a gift for her mother-in-law.

"Wuji, you're back!"

Hua Chao saw Ying Wuji come back and quickly put down what she was doing, rushing over to hold his arm.

Wuji is currently a patient.

He needs to be taken care of.

She asked softly, "Is everything arranged at the Mohist Guild?"

Ying Wuji smiled and said, "It's all done! From now on, we can have our own world except for going to the palace for morning court."

"Okay!"

Hua Chao nodded with a smile. Although she never thought of burdening Ying Wuji's career with household chores, she definitely hopes that Ying Wuji can spend more time with her.

Today.

They should be able to do many things together.This morning, the "Passionate Swordsman, Heartless Sword" he mentioned seemed promising.

Just as Hua Chao was about to enjoy their time alone.

A voice came from the entrance.

"Princess Yuanyang has arrived!"

Hua Chao's heart tightened.

Why did she come at this time?

Before she could think about it, she saw a woman in a fiery red dress rushing over.

She stood in front of the two, her gaze coldly scanning their somewhat intimate actions.

Ying Wuji asked in confusion, "Why did you come?"

Unexpected.

Unwelcome.

Refused from a distance.

Zhao Ning felt helpless, but could only go along with the act.

Her tone was somewhat indifferent, "Father said that your mother will arrive in Jiangcheng soon and said that as a daughter-in-law, I shouldn't stay in the palace. I'm going back to my own home. What right do you have to object?"

Hua Chao felt somewhat resentful at her arrogant tone.

Just as she was about to speak.

She was stopped.

Wuji said indifferently, "Whether you live in the Marquis's Mansion or the palace, you are still a daughter-in-law. So you should go back. I'm still recovering from my injuries and I can't sleep with you here."

"Ying Wuji!"

Zhao Ning said angrily, "I'm willing to give face to the Li Kingdom because of your hard work. You should be satisfied with that. I will live here from now on, and it's not impossible for us to be a real couple. This is the step I'm giving you, you should take it!"

Hua Chao was particularly unhappy with such words from Zhao Ning.

Why should Wuji suffer such grievances?

She was about to step forward and argue with her, but she was stopped.

Wuji whispered, "You stay here, I'll deal with her!"

After speaking, he grabbed Zhao Ning's wrist with an angry expression and pulled her towards the gate.

Zhao Ning also shouted angrily, "Let go! I'm not going out! You hurt me! Believe it or not, I'll complain to Caimei and let Prince Wang punish you..."

In a short while.

The two arrived at the gate.

Ying Wuji glanced inside the gate and saw that Hua Chao hadn't come in, so he pulled Zhao Ning into the carriage.

Zhao Ning finally breathed a sigh of relief and asked softly, "Wuji! Is this how we're acting?"

"Yes!"

Ying Wuji nodded, "You're doing great, and Tang Tang should maintain the same level."

Zhao Ning hesitated, "But... will this work?"

Ying Wuji helplessly said, "We're trying everything we can! The main problem is that I can't find my mother's whereabouts. It's frustrating!"

He was also very troubled.

Lao Bi Deng only gave a date, but didn't provide any route. The reason was that the Bai family had many enemies, so the method of delivery had to be secretive. They would only appear when they were near Jiangcheng.

This reason was normal.

Because when important people travel, they do need to be discreet.

Either using real or fake carriages, or like this time, completely concealing themselves with secret techniques. It seems that Lao Bi Deng is really afraid of losing the demonic veins!

But this also caused a big problem.

There was no way to contact his mother.

He couldn't rely on his mother to act in the Shura Field.

"Ah! Leave it to me with Caimei!"

Zhao Ning sighed, "I used to wonder why it was normal for men to have three wives and four concubines, but why are you so cautious? The problem with the demonic seed is indeed tricky, and Caimei's true energy... Although the aphrodisiac is not your fault, it's not a solution to keep hiding it like this!"

Ying Wuji gritted his teeth, "Just wait a little longer! In July, I will definitely solve the problem with the demonic seed, and then we can talk!"

Zhao Ning was worried, "There must be countless demonic people searching for me at the end of Mingdu. It's too dangerous. Are you really going?"

"I have to go!"

Ying Wuji nodded, "I have already let them down. The only thing I can do is to reduce some of the harm. Don't worry! Thirteenth Prince has agreed to accompany me. He can fight and run, so it's safe!"

Zhao Ning breathed a sigh of relief, but she didn't know where a hint of bitterness came from. She jokingly complained, "You're busy with your women, but you're exhausting me."

Ying Wuji sensed a different emotion and his heart trembled. He held her hand, "Ning'er..."

Zhao Ning smiled and broke free, "I understand! The overall situation is important! If we succeed this time, you will have made great contributions. How can I not help with even a small favor? Go back quickly, it shouldn't take so long to drive someone away."

As she spoke, she pushed Ying Wuji out of the carriage.

She urged the carriage to leave and opened the curtain of the rear window to take a look.

She found that Ying Wuji didn't immediately go home, but watched her for a while. The hint of bitterness in her heart finally dissipated.

Soon.

She arrived at Qingjiang Palace.

She pushed open the door of her residence.

Li Caimei was somewhat surprised and greeted her with a smile, "Oh? Your Highness, why are you dressed like this today?"

"Just because."

Zhao Ning waved her hand, sat down on a stone bench, and held up her skirt, "Wuji's mother is coming, right? I thought I should at least look like something. After attending the grand court meeting, I will change into this outfit and go to the Marquis's Mansion."As a result, the gatekeeper had some personal matters to attend to and went home for a few days. The new gatekeeper, who knows where he was recruited from, didn't recognize me, the mistress of the house, and stopped me from entering for a while.

I was tired and thirsty at the time, and I was very annoyed. So I scolded him.

After I entered, I asked Wuji to pour me a glass of water.

Coincidentally, Wu Dan, Zhai Yun, Hua Chao, and others were visiting at home.

Hua Chao was very angry when she saw me. She said that as the mistress of the house, I didn't fulfill the duties of a wife. I didn't even recognize the gatekeeper. Wuji was injured, yet he still had to serve me tea and water.

Although we didn't end up arguing.

If I didn't leave, she wouldn't leave either.

It seemed like she was afraid that if she left, I would mistreat Wuji.

I had no choice but to leave.

But as soon as I came back, she left too."

"I see!"

Li Caimei pondered for a moment. She had already extracted the key information.

Visiting.

Displeasure.

She sighed softly, "Actually, this Hua Chao is also a pitiful person. If Wuji's situation wasn't so bad at the time, maybe he would have married Hua Chao by now?

But it's not entirely her fault. From an outsider's perspective, it does seem like bullying.

Maybe she really cares about Wuji?

Even if she can't have him, she doesn't want to see him being wronged.

Don't worry about it."

Zhao Ning: "..."

She was a little surprised. Was she really predicted by Ying Wuji?

Could it be that doing those things really deepens the understanding between husband and wife?

She waved her hand, "It's okay! Anyway, this identity of Yuan Yang has already been ruined in the eyes of others. After the day after tomorrow, when we bring the person back, I'll find an excuse to leave. I can't neglect my political affairs just because of this identity."

"Okay!"

Li Caimei thought for a moment and said somewhat embarrassedly, "When Your Highness is not busy with political affairs, can you take me to the Marquis's Mansion more often? I... I still want to see my mother-in-law more."

Zhao Ning: "..."

After a moment of silence, she slowly spoke, "Let's talk about it later!"

She felt a little annoyed.

I really can't handle this kind of double-dealing!

...

Soon, it was the day when Bai Yi arrived in Jiangcheng.

A carriage appeared out of thin air on the official road of Kingdom Li, and the news quickly spread to Jiangcheng.

According to the information received, it would arrive in about an hour.

Ying Wuji had already changed into formal attire and was ready to go out.

Hua Chao was dressing up under the service of her maidservants. When she saw him leaving so early, she became a little flustered, "Wuji, wait for me!"

Ying Wuji paused for a moment and continued walking outside, "But I can't wait to see my mother!"

Hua Chao: "..."

Although it was a pity that she couldn't ride in the same carriage as Wuji, she understood his filial piety.

After a stick of incense's time.

She finally finished dressing up and got on the carriage to leave the Marquis's Mansion, heading towards the city gate.

It was a coincidence.

They happened to meet the royal carriage on the main road.

Giving way was necessary.

But it was inevitable that they would come face to face with some familiar faces, so they could only nod in greeting.

In the royal carriage.

Zhao Ning, disguised as Princess Yuanyang, and Li Caimei were in the same carriage.

Zhao Ning felt a little helpless, "Look at the way she looks at me, she's probably still angry about what happened a few days ago."

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Li Caimei also noticed that expression, which was quite normal.

But...

She was a little puzzled and asked, "But why is she here to welcome as well? And why is she dressed so formally?"

This reception was done according to the standards of welcoming a royal relative.

The Zhou ritual was still the benchmark for the etiquette of various countries. People should dress according to their status.

Hua Chao was not dressed as a married woman.

But it was inappropriate for her to dress so formally, as if she was Wuji's bride.

Li Caimei felt a little uneasy, as if she wanted to compete with her for something.

But Zhao Ning waved her hand, "There's nothing we can do about it. Hua Chao herself manages the bookstore, and Luo Xiang governs the new territory despite his illness. A few days ago, she specifically asked to meet the king and said she wanted to welcome Wuji's mother. How could the king treat her poorly?"

"That's true..."

Li Caimei nodded.

With Hua Chao's status, the royal family should indeed treat her well.

But she still felt uncomfortable.

This is clearly unreasonable!

Doesn't Wuji want to persuade her?

Or... have they already...?

After the carriage had been traveling for a while and was about to reach the city gate, they encountered another caravan coming from the south of the city.

This time, they were also familiar faces.

Li Caimei had seen them before.

She was a little surprised, "Isn't that Zhai Yun from the Mohist Society and Wu Gongzi Dan? Why are their clothes... so luxurious? Have they already earned the treatment of a state ceremony?"

Zhao Ning smiled, "Ah! This... Wuji found the king a few days ago and forced him to give them this treatment. Even Mi Xingli was treated with a state ceremony because of her insights into the 'Ancient Calendar'."

As she said these words.

She felt a little strange in her heart.The treatment can be given, and there is indeed an element of Ying Wuji's shamelessness.

But Zhao Ji is very happy to see it happen.

Because the progress of the new land development and the insights of Mi Xingli are extremely important to him.

If Kingdom Li can really produce more talents like this.

If a few appear.

Zhao Ji will treat a few.

A country with strong talents is not deceiving.

Nowadays, Zhao Ji has already moved away from the stage of having loyal ministers and brave generals in his mind.

Productivity and creative talents are the real path to a strong country.

Both hands must be grasped, and both hands must be strong.

The current royal family of Kingdom Li has already become a chicken.

But...

This statement is half true and half false, and it can actually deceive people.

The routine is really deep!

Li Caimei heard these words and her eyes lit up. She quickly asked, "Then, in terms of meeting King Chu with Hua Chao, which one comes first?"

Zhao Ning didn't understand, "This comes later, what's wrong?"

"Nothing?"

Li Caimei smiled lightly, and her eyes became brighter.

Wuji must think that Hua Chao's attire is inappropriate, but he doesn't want to hurt her feelings.

He must be afraid of misunderstanding, so he deliberately let Zhai Yun and Wu Dan dress up more grandly, even the female noble of Kingdom Chu is like this. It is indeed difficult for Hua Chao to appear special.

This brat actually thinks so thoughtfully.

Not only did he not hurt Hua Chao's feelings, but he also maintained a sense of distance.

How nice!

...

Outside the city.

Ying Wuji looked into the distance.

When he heard the sound of the bell opening the way, he turned around and greeted.

"Your child pays respects to the King and the Queen!"

"No need for formalities!"

Zhao Ji got off the carriage with the Queen.

He looked at Ying Wuji with a smile that was not a smile.

During this period of time, he had heard about Ying Wuji's little actions from Zhao Ning.

At first, he was both amused and annoyed.

Although the demonic seed was a big problem.

But this kid was so cautious, dealing with the affairs of the backyard, he was more flustered than the battle for the country's fortune in July.

It seems that his worries were completely unnecessary.

Even if something really goes wrong.

Just throw a bunch of jealous women into his backyard, and this person will be directly ruined.

Zhao Ji smiled and waved his hand, then sat on the high platform with the Queen.

Ying Wuji and Zhao Ning, who was disguised as the original Yang Princess, stood on one side, and Li Caimei, who came on behalf of her husband, stood on the other side. Behind them were the royal ceremonial officials and a group of young people who received special treatment, all of whom were Ying Wuji's good friends and also considered the rising stars of Kingdom Li.

It doesn't look out of place.

Hua Chao stood behind, and she didn't feel anything wrong. She was already satisfied to be able to come and welcome her mother-in-law.

Just one thing.

She always felt that the Crown Princess was looking at her.

After thinking about it.

That's right!

The original Yang Princess said yesterday that she wanted to complain to the Crown Prince. She must have heard about yesterday's incident and it was normal for her to look at herself a few more times.

Li Caimei seemed to sense someone's gaze.

She couldn't help but turn her head and met Hua Chao's gaze.

Both of them were stunned for a moment, then smiled and nodded in greeting.

Strange...

After some time passed.

At the end of everyone's gaze, a carriage appeared, the wheels rolling, raising a cloud of dust.

Zhao Ji laughed and got up from the stage, leading a group of people to welcome them.

The crowd and the carriage approached each other and soon met.

The carriage stopped.

Under the escort of a team of black-armored soldiers, a woman with a delicate appearance lifted the curtain of the carriage.

Just one glance.

Her gaze fell on Ying Wuji, and her eyes quickly turned red.

But etiquette still had to be observed.

Bai Yi endured the sourness in her eyes and got off the carriage.

Zhao Ji arched his hand and said, "Queen Qian has come from afar, and the city of Jiang is shining brightly. I am deeply moved in my heart. Tonight, there will be a banquet in Chongli Palace. I hope Queen Qian will attend to show the friendship between our two countries."

Although the essence of this matter is to get the hostage back.

But face must be maintained.

It has always been announced to the outside world that Queen Qian has been eager to see her son and specially came to Kingdom Li to accompany her child for a while.

No one knows the secret except the royal families of the two countries.

Bai Yi's eyes were already moist, but she still smiled and said, "Your Majesty's hospitality is beyond words..."

She was still planning to say a few more polite words.

But she was warmly held by the Queen's hand, "There's no need for these polite words when we meet as relatives! Sister Bai, come with me quickly and see your son..."

By the time she reacted.

She had already been pulled in front of Ying Wuji.

Looking at her son's handsome appearance, she could vaguely see herself and Ying Yue's youthful appearance.

And thinking about what Ying Yue had done, her heart suddenly became extremely complicated.

For a while, she felt a little at a loss.

Ying Wuji was originally worried about how to get along with this mother he had never met before, but when he saw her appearance, he naturally understood.

He arched his hand and bowed deeply, "Child Wuji pays respects to Mother!"

"Ah! My child, no need for formalities."

Bai Yi finally responded and quickly stepped forward to support Ying Wuji.As she touched his forearm, tears fell like rain.

After a while, the mother and son managed to calm their emotions.

Ying Wuji quietly slipped a string of identical brocade pouches into her hand, whispering, "Mother, distribute them in order!"

Bai Yi understood and subtly nodded her head.

Although these brocade pouches looked the same from the outside.

Their size and weight were also similar.

Even the inside was sealed with a formation to block energy, preventing outsiders from knowing what was inside.

But with her celestial tribe's secret method, she could easily see what was inside.

The value difference.

Seemed to be quite large!

Ying Wuji smiled and said loudly, "Mother! Let me introduce you."

Then, he led Bai Yi to a group of young people, starting with Princess Yuanyang.

"Mother! This is my wife, Yuanyang!"

"My daughter-in-law, Zhao Xi, pays her respects to Mother!"

Zhao Ning behaved very well.

"Good, good, good!"

Bai Yi smiled kindly, "This is a small token of my affection for our first meeting, please accept it!"

Zhao Ning quickly took it, smiling sweetly, "Thank you, Mother!"

Bai Yi was secretly critical.

According to rumors, this was just a political marriage, and the two had no feelings for each other.

But looking at the red envelope.

Those who spread these rumors should die for defaming the relationship between my son and daughter-in-law.

Ying Wuji took her to the next person, "Mother! This is my good brother Wu Dan, who I mentioned in my letters. Although he is from the Kingdom Wu, he has become the national craftsman of the Great Li!"

Wu Dan laughed, "Nice to meet you, Auntie!"

Bai Yi exchanged a few pleasantries and handed out the red envelope.

She thought to herself that her son knew what he was doing, giving his wife a generous gift, and to his brother... it's the thought that counts.

Ying Wuji then took her to Hua Chao, "This is Miss Hua Chao. When I was destitute, if it weren't for Miss Hua Chao's help, I might still be struggling!"

Hua Chao was somewhat excited, her voice trembling slightly, "Nice to meet you, Auntie!"

"Good, good, good!"

Seeing her like this, Bai Yi understood immediately.

Good!

Another daughter-in-law.

She handed out the red envelope, held Hua Chao's hand, and spoke kindly for a while.

Hua Chao was both nervous and delighted, knowing that Ying Wuji must have reminded his mother in some special way.

Ying Wuji slapped his forehead, "This is the Crown Princess. The Crown Prince and I are close friends. Without their help, I wouldn't have the good life I have now. However, the Crown Prince is in seclusion and couldn't come to greet you, so the Crown Princess came on his behalf."

Li Caimei had been a little jealous and worried when she saw Bai Yi being so affectionate with Hua Chao. What if Hua Chao was favored by her mother-in-law and she was forced to accept a sister wife?

She was worried.

But she couldn't show it.

She greeted Bai Yi with dignity, "Nice to meet you, Auntie!"

Bai Yi naturally kept her smile, but when she received the brocade pouch, she couldn't help but feel a jolt.

Oh no!

She glanced at Ying Wuji without a trace, and her heart was already in turmoil.

You dare to mess with the Crown Princess.

Do you really consider the Crown Prince a close friend?

What kind of behavior is this?

She handed out the brocade pouch without showing any emotion and said a few nice words. She didn't dare to show too much.

Then she followed Ying Wuji to another place.

Li Caimei was a little upset. While everyone's attention was on Ying Wuji and his mother, she quickly hid behind Zhao Ning and opened the brocade pouch.

When she saw what was inside, her gloominess instantly disappeared, and her smile became much brighter.

"Mother! This is Zhai Yun, now a master craftsman of the Mo family..."

"Ah! Good, good, good! Little Zhai, this is your red envelope."

"Thank you, Auntie!"

"You're too polite!"

Bai Yi's smile was somewhat stiff, and she was still a little stunned from the previous shock.

In a daze, she was already in front of the last person.

Ying Wuji: "Mother! This is Mi Xingli, the female son of the Kingdom Chu, and my friend!"

Mi Xingli playfully bowed, "Nice to meet you, Auntie!"

"Good, good, good!"

Bai Yi took out the last brocade pouch, her eyes twitching imperceptibly.

Oh!

It's a stone.

Not even worth as much as the brocade pouch.

She subconsciously glanced at Mi Xingli's attractive figure.

She couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

What a pity...

(End of Chapter)