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“It’s alright,” Xiao Di shook his head, blinked, and then asked, “What happened to you last night…” He hesitated, suppressing his unspeakable worry.

"He slept at the Military Intelligence Bureau." Seeing that he was alright, she smiled and said with a flick of her hand, "Let's go back."

She ignored Chu Gexing and tightly held Xiao Di's hand as they walked back.

What a... arrogant person.

What a touching display of concern...

Chu Gexing stood still, flicked his cloak behind him, took a step forward, and sneered continuously.

"Sir, shall we go after them?" The guard who had been standing by stepped forward to ask for instructions.

“Military Affairs Department…” the Nine Gates Admiral murmured unconsciously, then suddenly narrowed his long, narrow eyes, realizing what was happening, and said calmly, “No need… to pursue them.”

Chapter Thirty-Six: The Envoy

Chu Gexing was extremely unhappy.

An anger was added to a face that was originally flawless and serene, making it even more vivid. The pink at the corners of her eyebrows deepened, giving her a stunningly beautiful yet ruthless look.

It's so captivating that you can't look directly at it, yet you can't look away.

Everyone could see that he was unhappy. Everyone felt pity and sympathy for the beauty and wanted to comfort her, but they were all pushed back three feet by the intimidating murderous aura emanating from her, unable to get close.

When the envoy from Mingzhou entered the city, he saw the Nine Gates Commander.

The beautiful woman sat tall on her horse, possessing an innate air of superiority, yet deep down she had a captivating charm that could bewitch anyone.

The envoy from Mingzhou immediately stared intently:

He stood in the wind, his eyes sweeping indifferently over the carriages and horses of the Mingzhou envoy.

She was exceptionally beautiful and had a stunning appearance.

Around him, armored patrol soldiers stood in neat rows, on high alert.

Clearly, he also held a superior position.

“Beautiful, truly beautiful,” the Mingzhou envoy swallowed hard and said smugly, “The beauty on horseback is so beautiful that only the people of Mingzhou have such excellent and noble blood. I dare to guess that this beauty should also have the blood of Mingzhou.”

"Yes, yes, what you say is true, sir," the subordinates clamored.

How fortunate this messenger is!

At that time, the Nine Gates Admiral Chu Gexing was far away from the envoy's carriage and did not hear it amidst the noise.

Otherwise, the people of Shundu would have enjoyed a spectacular scene of "the envoy from Mingzhou splattering blood on the city walls and the commander of the Nine Gates committing murder with a knife" for free.

Chu Gexing watched as the envoy entered the city.

He gave instructions to his subordinates and then rode his horse toward the imperial city.

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"Why did you fight with Chu Gexing?" Tang Leyan asked as she walked.

He held Xiao Di's pulse, checking it again and again. Although he knew he shouldn't be wrong, he was still worried.

The thought of Chu's alluring face makes me uneasy.

“I… just happened to run into him.” Xiao Di lowered his eyes.

Watching the actions of the person beside him, knowing that she was worried, he felt a warm feeling in his heart because of this understanding.

However, his expression remained cold.

"You weren't looking for me all night, were you?" she suddenly asked.

Their foreheads practically screamed "intelligent."

Xiao Di felt a chill run down his spine: "Yes..." he said in a low voice.

"You..." Tang Leyan tightened her grip, causing his expression to change slightly.

"Where is Shi Shu Mo Hua?" He only acts so presumptuously because no one is watching him.

"Shi Shu is guarding the house. Recently, many suspicious people have come to Shundu. Mo Hua received the news and went to the branch."

"Hmm..." Tang Leyan gave a faint reply and finally let go.

Xiao Di withdrew her hand and subconsciously bit her lip.

"Does it hurt?" she asked, looking at him.

"It's nothing," he replied through gritted teeth.

"Your temper is just naturally stubborn." She smiled, finally stopping her from making things difficult for him, but her voice carried a hint of seriousness. "However, without my instructions, you are not allowed to fight Chu Gexing again."

There was a chill in his voice.

Xiao Di paused for a moment, then replied, "Yes..."

"Feeling wronged?" The man glanced at him.

"Xiao Di... I wouldn't dare." He lowered his head.

I felt truly wronged, but... I dared not, and was unwilling to, express it, that's all.

Tang Leyan's eyes darted across the boy's expressionless face. How could she not know what he was thinking and what he was resentful about?

However, with his current skills, he is not yet capable of fighting that person.

Given that person's strength and ruthless nature, if he were to strike with full force, Xiao Di would have no chance of survival.

Making Xiao Di obey is to ensure his safety.

Tang Leyan stopped in her tracks, a slight pain in her heart.

If she had arrived even a moment later today, would she have...?

She clearly saw his hand form a knife, poised to chop down on Xiao Di's neck.

With a burning gaze, a voice echoed in his heart, word by word: Chu, Ge, Xing!

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Chu Gexing, who had dismounted, was slightly taken aback: Who is thinking of me?

I couldn't help but touch my bright red ears.

Standing in front of the Meridian Gate was Chu Zhen, the Grand Councilor of the Military Affairs Department, dressed in brocade robes.

Chu Gexing took two quick steps forward and bowed, saying, "Reporting to the Grand Councilor, the Mingzhou envoy delegation has entered the city."

"Yes, keep a close eye on them," Chu Zhen waved his hand and frowned as he said, "Why are these people getting involved in this mess? The situation in the Northern Frontier hasn't been resolved yet, Danning is also eyeing us covetously, and there are also hidden dangers in the East China Sea. Are they here at this time to take advantage of the chaos?"

Chu Gexing remained calm and said, "Your subordinate will obey orders and keep a close watch on them."

"Just don't cause any trouble," Chu Zhen pondered for a moment, stamping his blue cloud boots. "In recent years, Mingzhou has been clamoring for a division of territory. His Majesty didn't want to cause trouble, so he didn't bother with them. If they come here with the same idea," he suddenly turned to look at Chu Gexing, "Gexing, what do you think... if that's the case, how should we deal with it?"

The other person's face remained calm as he bowed and replied, "My lord is naturally confident and would not tolerate any idle talk from me."

A flawless answer.

Chu Zhen smiled and said, "You are indeed cautious and careful, unwilling to reveal even a little bit. Heh, well then, keep a close watch on that side. The safety of the capital is still in your hands."

"Yes, Ge Xing will keep it in mind."

He answered, then took five steps back before turning around.

He pulled over the white horse beside him, flipped himself up cleanly and nimbly, and with a gentle spur, rode away.

Chu Zhen stood at the huge entrance to the gate, with the wind blowing fiercely from the side of the gate.

The eunuch beside him chuckled in a low voice, "The Nine Gates Admiral is really too eager. Wouldn't it have been enough to just send someone to tell him? Why did he have to come all the way here to tell the lord himself? Aren't we all family?"

"Father-in-law, you're joking. It's just business as it is," Chu Zhen said with a faint smile.

"Your Excellency is still as strict as ever. I misspoke," the young eunuch hurriedly said with a smile. "His Majesty has been waiting inside for a long time. Please, Your Excellency..."

He made a gesture, turned around, and led the way.

The Grand Councilor paused slightly, watching Chu Gexing's figure disappear down the palace road: "You are cautious enough, but... being too scheming is ultimately not a good thing."

The sound was faint, carried away by the wind, and no one heard it.

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Chronicle of Major Events in the Kingdom of Shun: On the fifth day of the ninth month of the fourth year of Shun's reign (1144), an envoy from the Kingdom of Mingzhou entered the capital of Shun, marking the beginning of the "Three-Day Bloodbath"...

Chapter Thirty-Seven: The Bet

As soon as the emperor said "Dismiss the court," the person standing by the Golden Palace nimbly jumped down.

The man in blue stepped forward and stretched out his arm to stop him.

"Where is Guard Yue going?"

"Is that even a question? Of course I'm leaving after get off work," the person who was about to run away was stopped, feeling annoyed, and looked at the stunningly handsome face in front of him, "What does the Admiral want?"

Chu Gexing didn't move his hand, but calmly said, "I need to speak with Guard Yue."

The emperor had already set off, but after taking only two steps, he turned back to look at what was happening.

A higher-ranking official can crush you.

Tang Leyan turned to the emperor for help.

Tang Shaoxuan smiled slightly: "Since the Nine Gates Admiral has something to discuss with you, Le Yan, then go ahead."

Who told you to run so fast? It's good to change shifts, but you don't have to be so eager to run away as soon as the court session ends.

Tang Leyan frowned.

Chu Gexing stepped forward and affectionately took her arm: "Come on, come on, what are you afraid of, Guard Yue? Are you afraid I'll eat you up?"

That smirking look is awful.

Tang Leyan smiled and said, "Isn't it obvious who's eating whom?"

The officials looked in this direction and, as expected, smiled knowingly.

It's obvious who's eating whom. One looks more beautiful than a flower, and the other looks heroic and extraordinary. Anyone who doesn't understand this is either blind or a fool.

"Is that so?" Chu Gexing smiled calmly. "Then we'll have to see if that's the case."

Holding Tang Leyan's hand, they slowly walked out of the Golden Palace.