(Non-original) The Flower-Picking Emperor - Volume Seven [Part 1]

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Volume

7, Chapter 1.

After soothing the sleepy pregnant women to sleep, I went to the study to handle some matters. He Xiangwan and Chang Nonghuan kept me company in the study,

while Shangguan Xin and the other two women chatted in my room. Weiqi wanted to paint, so I had Xiaozhu serve her.

"This servant greets Your Highness and Consort!" An Feiyanggu knelt and bowed to us.

"Rise! I have something for you to do." I said playfully, holding Chang Nonghuan's hand.

"Your Highness, please tell me what it is, and this servant will certainly do it for you." An Feiyanggu said.

"Go and invite Consort Weiqi's parents here. They have been safely escorted here. I have something to ask them." I said seriously,

unaware that my words had attracted the attention of He Xiangwan and the other two women.

"Husband, you..." I didn't let He Xiangwan finish speaking before gesturing for An Feiyanggu to leave. After watching him go, I spoke

, "My darling! I just have some things I want to understand. I've tried my best to love Weiqi, but she's still unhappy. When I ask her, she won't

tell me." The two women saw my pain.

"Husband, there's something I must say. Not long ago, before you saw Weiqi, Xiaozhu heard Weiqi

crying and the sound of her falling. Xiaozhu vaguely heard a man's voice. Now it seems someone might be using Weiqi to get close to you,"

He Xiangwan said with a smile.

My first thought of that man was my sixteenth brother, that insidious man. It seems his plan is very meticulous, probably

eight or nine years in the making. This is no ordinary matter. I stood up. I seemed to understand some of Weiqi's pain. I also remembered

how afraid she was when we made love, how afraid of pain she was. It seems my sixteenth brother never loved her; he only used her as a tool.

"Damn it, that bastard! Treating a woman like that, if I ever see him again, I'll kill him!" I was so angry I

wanted to slam my fist on the table, but Chang Nonghuan stopped me. She drew my attention and kissed me several times on the cheek.

"Husband, you've already smashed several pretty tables, let's leave this one alone. I'll let you kiss me a few times." Chang Nonghuan

teased me playfully.

"You..." I couldn't be angry anymore. I held them in my arms with a sigh, feeling sorry for them.

"Guards! There's an assassin..." A voice came from the side room. As soon as I heard the voice, I thought of someone, Xiaozhu. When we arrived at

the scene , we saw a masked man fighting with the guards in broad daylight.

"Master, let this servant..." Before Defu could finish speaking, I ordered, "Go! Bring me a bow and arrows. I want to see

just how capable he is, daring to barge in."

Weiqi came to my side trembling from Xiaozhu, her face bearing a clear handprint, indicating she had been slapped. Her disheveled appearance fueled my anger.

I pulled her into my arms, gently stroking the mark, and whispered, "It hurts, doesn't it? Heaven! Do you know your situation? Doesn't your husband

love you enough? What can't you tell your husband?"

Weiqi burst into tears in my arms, her sobs a pitiful outburst of emotion. I held her tightly, stroking her gently. Seeing

that bastard on the field, my murderous aura startled the surrounding birds, and the guards stopped attacking and retreated.

"Your Highness! The woman in your arms is a great gift from my master. If you agree to join my master's plan, there are many women more beautiful, gentler, and more alluring than this one . This woman is so stubborn and doesn't understand men's feelings at all. Why should we make things unpleasant

for her !" The middle-aged man laughed loudly in the room. 　　"Do you think I, a man who is as lustful as I am, would have anything to do with someone who hurt my woman and then said she didn't know how to please a man? A woman may be beautiful, but the one who can move my heart is the only one. Giving me more is useless. They are just women to provide release, not women to accompany me in life. You dare to try to touch my treasure today. You deserve to die a hundred times over." Defu had already handed me the bow and arrow. 　　Weiqi stopped crying and nestled in my arms like a pitiful kitten, seeking warmth. I didn't let her presence bother me; I drew my bow taut, a chilling smile playing on my lips, and said, "Run! The faster you run, the more likely you are to escape this arrow. My sixteenth brother must have told you my bow can pierce stone, no shield can withstand it, and it's a perfect shot. If you don't want to die." 　　The middle-aged man froze, his eyes flashing with panic and fear as he looked at me in astonishment. "You… how do you know Master…?" 　　"He's not dead, is he? I don't like having too many questions, but I do like seeing people die with their eyes wide open. Go ask the King of Hell! I won't tell you." I smiled wickedly, the arrow in my hand ready to be released at any moment. 　　The middle-aged man's only thought was to escape. He used his light-footed skill to quickly flee over the wall. The arrow I released followed closely behind, piercing his heart before he even reached the other side of the wall. "Master, your archery skills have improved again," Defu said with a smile. 　　I didn't answer, because Weiqi had been stiff ever since I said I knew Sixteenth Brother wasn't dead. I saw her questioning gaze and she smiled faintly as she said, "Don't ask anymore. From the moment we shared a room, I knew you resented me and were using me. But I admit it. You did attract me with your unparalleled beauty, making me unable to resist giving you a part of my heart. Maybe you really are lustful. I hope that when you want to kill your husband or use him in the future, you'll tell me so I can be mentally prepared and not die with regrets, okay?" 　　Weiqi looked at me, her gaze piercing my heart. She knew my pain, and her heart was also clenching. She held me, who had already collapsed, in her arms and murmured, "I'm sorry! I'm sorry, husband. It's my fault. Please don't do this. I shouldn't have treated you like this." I inhaled her light fragrance in her arms, sighed, and carried her to a chair in the study. Chang Nonghuan and He Xiangwan tactfully left, while Shu'er and the other girls were still fast asleep, completely unaware of what had happened. 　　Now, all Weiqi wanted was to make me happy. She recalled the times I had kissed her before, and she relaxed, pouting her lips, cupping my square chin, and pressing her lips down. This initiative was surprisingly effective; under her coaxing, the firm, smooth, and strong outline of my lips parted, and she let me experience the pleasure of having my tongue teased. 　　I sighed with pleasure, my heart pounding in my chest, a feeling of excitement rising within me. I grabbed her waist with one hand and pressed her head down with the other, letting her straddle my lap. The faint, sweet fragrance and the soft strands of hair clinging to my knuckles intoxicated me, and my recently calmed desire...

Wang was awakened by Weiqi.

Weiqi felt herself sitting wantonly on my lap, pressed against the heat she had just enjoyed the night before. She awoke with a start, "Husband,

it 's daytime, you…" Weiqi didn't think it was a good thing to make love to me in my study in broad daylight, but the desire on my face made

her reluctant to refuse.

A moment later, I pulled open her clothes and pressed her close to me. My teeth gently nibbled at her most sensitive skin with exquisite fineness, while my fingers,

tongue, and lips intertwined in a most pleasurable, dark dance on her skin.

When my lustful hands cupped her arms, pushing her onto my burning body, the fiery member made her moan softly. Slow, hot thrusts shook

her body, and her eyes opened with each thrust.

A little later, Weiqi responded with the most unrestrained and wanton posture. She writhed and cried out, worshipping my unparalleled penetrating power,

until she slid off the edge of the dazzling stage, her body convulsing and overwhelmed by the trembling of orgasm. My wild and heavy possession intensified. I drove

her, dragging Weiqi, making her move and float with me, allowing me to penetrate even deeper, to her most important core.

Feeling her passionate moans, I increased the speed of my thrusts, feeling my penis being sucked by Weiqi's tight, seductive orifice. My whole

body trembled, and my body convulsed even faster, shooting all of my hot semen deep into her.

"Oh!..." Weiqi moaned softly as she collapsed into my arms, not wanting to move her eyelids. Beads of sweat were so clearly visible on her snow-white body.

Feeling my erection still throbbing inside her, the stimulation satisfied her.

"Husband! Let Xinmei or Nonghuan keep you company! I'm so tired." Weiqi breathed heavily, closing her eyes to rest in my arms. Seeing her sleeping

face, I couldn't help but sigh.

"My darling! Will you tell your husband your worries? I really want to see you smile at me, a happy smile. I haven't done

anything wrong! Why do you hate me?" I picked up the clothes on the ground and dressed her. As my erection withdrew from her body, the beauty let out

an unconscious moan. I suppressed my desire, picked her up, and took her back to her room to rest.

"Husband, you..." He Xiangwan looked at me, who had regained her composure, and remained silent for a long time.

"What's wrong? Did your husband do something wrong?" I smiled wickedly, held her in my arms, and sat down in the pavilion. The other women followed me

to rest.

"Husband, are you really going to let Weiqi control you? You don't just belong to her, you're our husband too.

What will ?" He Xiangwan complained resentfully, clearly unhappy.

"Baby! What's wrong? Oh! Jealous? Okay! Don't be angry. I just don't want any of you to be unhappy.

There good side to everything. I know Weiqi wouldn't be so heartless. Don't worry, nothing will happen to me." I smiled

and kissed her forehead.

"Oh! What are we going to do with you? We'll always be in your heart. We're all your precious darlings,

not one more, not one less. Sometimes I really hate your lustful heart, but we just love you." Xiangwan poked my chest with her fingertip

.

I chuckled at her words. "Baby, I'm a normal man. How can I resist beauty? Don't worry, I know my limits and

won't choose the wrong woman." I assured her earnestly.

"Master, Steward Cha has brought you some unpleasant things." Defu spoke cautiously, handing me the letter.

I opened it and frowned, asking in a low voice, "Where are they?"

Chapter Two

I opened it and frowned, asking in a low voice, "Where are they?"

"They're all kneeling in the courtyard in front of the hall." Defu answered honestly.

"Invite those British merchants here as well, Master. Didn't they want to do business in our Great Qing? Now let them see

what the consequences are of doing business they shouldn't be doing." I said, picking He Xiangwan up.

"Husband, you have business to attend to, should we leave?" He Xiangwan asked, hugging my neck.

"No need! It's not something shameful, it's something interesting, you can go and see." I wickedly stole a kiss from her cheek and

led Chang Nonghuan and the other women to the front hall. I didn't expect Yu Xuanzi to have already woken up Shu'er and the others, who were already sitting in the armchairs waiting for my

arrival.

"Master! I've brought everything you asked me to investigate, all those dozens of boxes." Chasaha whispered in my ear with a smile.

"Open all those things for me," I commanded in a deep voice. He Xiangwan smiled and left my side, letting me vent my anger.

I had just dealt with an assassin, and now I had to deal with something that made me even angrier.

Weiqi was also awakened by the commotion. She got up and came to the hall. Seeing the officials kneeling on the ground trembling and me, who was furious, she felt that something

serious was about to happen. Shu'er invited her to sit down. All the women in the hall were looking at me. "Tell me honestly, how many of you are smoking

opium? Tell me the truth, and I will spare your lives. Anyone who doesn't talk, I'll make him swallow all the opium."

Kneeling below were the Governor-General of Liangjiang, Ma Leji, the Governor of Jiangning, Zeng Bu, and below him, the Provincial Treasurer, the Provincial Surveillance Commissioner, the Education Commissioner, the Huaiyang Circuit Intendant, the Grain Commissioner, the River Works Commissioner,

the Prefect of Suzhou, the Magistrate of Jiangdu County, and military officers of all ranks. They all bowed their heads and trembled, not daring to make a sound, not even daring to breathe.

"Damn it, are you all dead? My patience has its limits. If any of you still don't admit it,

I'll say one person's name, and he'll go and obediently swallow opium." I pointed to the mountain of opium.

Everyone begged for mercy. Zeng Bu, the governor of Jiangning, kowtowed to me, removed his official hat and peacock feather, and said, "Your Highness, this servant has failed in his duty and has not

disciplined his subordinates properly. Please punish me."

I raised an eyebrow and smiled calmly: "This is not your business. You wait over there. I want them to confess. Whoever confesses

will be lightly punished. Those who remain silent and refuse to confess even if beaten to death have no problem. I will not only make them finish their opium, but also make their entire clan

consume it."

Everyone present gasped. The prefect of Suzhou and the magistrate of Jiangdu County hurriedly kowtowed and said, "Your Highness, this servant was momentarily

blinded and foolishly believed the British merchant's words to do opium business. Please forgive this servant this time. This servant will not dare to do it again."

Subsequently, even the provincial governor, the provincial judge, the education commissioner, the Huaiyang circuit intendant, and military officers of all levels confessed and begged for mercy.

"Doing business? You have a lot of audacity. Even I dare not do this kind of business, yet you can buy and sell it. Do you know that opium is my..."

"What my brother didn't approve is a ban. How many heads do you have to do business with them? Trading cloth and spices with the British is one thing,

even letting the British open brothels in my Great Qing is fine, but the existence of opium is absolutely forbidden." I elegantly glanced at

the British merchants sitting outside, completely indifferent. Their eyes hadn't left my wife from the start. I gave the interpreter a wink.

The interpreter's truthful answer surprised the British merchants. They thought all Qing officials were greedy, but there was

an exception. They started whispering amongst themselves, and I listened intently. They were discussing sending me gifts, specifically opium. "

A bunch of stupid idiots!" I angrily interrupted in English: "Don't treat me like a fool! Send me these things, and I can make

you leave the Great Qing immediately and never do any business here again!" "I'll say something shocking, everyone's surprised I can speak a foreign language.

'Kh, what's the big deal? I've learned from British masters, after all. Give them a little taste and they'll run their own business.

Opium No way! Even the Queen of England doesn't allow it to be sold in her country, yet you want to sell it in my Great Qing? You're really asking for trouble, wanting

to meet your maker sooner.' I was too lazy to say anything more and left the translation to the interpreter.

The British merchants didn't say a word. They hadn't expected anyone to know the dangers of opium, even about their own country's situation. They

were worried, after all, they lived in an uncivilized country with a very strong monarchical mentality. '

Good state, you're quite sensible. Someone, remove their official hats and plumes for me, write a memorial, and let my brother deal with

them. Just looking at them annoys me.'" "I gave the order.

" "Yes, sir!" All the soldiers moved out. These officials have oppressed them long enough; now it's their turn to get their way. Some military officers are having their opium

addiction kicks in; they're kneeling on the ground, but their eyes are constantly glancing at the opium.

It infuriates me. "Chasaha, circle all these foreigners for me. Once the imperial edict arrives, I'll

expel all the merchants from the Qing Dynasty. I want the whole country to be free of foreign merchants. I'll stick to the rules and close the borders. I didn't expect that my father only

approved the opening a few years ago, and these people have already shown their true colors. Anyway, I just don't like them, so I'll act first." I

said with annoyance, waving my hand.

"Your Highness, no need to invite me. I just received a quick report instructing you to stop the opium investigation and resolutely prevent any opium from entering the Qing Dynasty

for sale. At the same time, an imperial edict will be issued to close the borders and make all foreigners leave the Qing Dynasty." Chasaha handed me the imperial edict and said.

"K, nyyd, when did you receive this? I didn't know about it. Are you sure you're not mistaken?" I looked at him strangely, feeling

like I was being watched. My older brother still didn't trust me.

"Your Highness, this is the Emperor's order. The imperial edict has already been posted." Chasaha awaited my command.

"Then what are you waiting for? Handle it yourselves. Don't damage our friendship too much. Also, have the border guards start building the Divine Martial Cannons and establishing an

armory I want the Divine Martial Cannons lined up in the sea to protect the Qing Dynasty's waters. I want to see how bold the British are."

I smiled wickedly.

The Qing Dynasty had begun a new round of isolationist policies. Although Brother Ma Li said that the Qing Dynasty could introduce advanced technology and develop the country's industry,

the ideas opposing the monarchical power made my father back down. Although trade was allowed, no scholars were permitted to spread harmful ideas.

The current opium problem has made my brother even more distrustful of foreigners, and a new policy of isolationism has begun. This is the

second Why can't they just behave themselves? I looked at the soldiers who had already raised their guns and pondered.

"Husband, is this decision a good one? Won't it affect commerce?" Anna asked me. "This is an imperial edict. No one can

change it, and no one can disobey it. Besides, using drugs to control the Qing Dynasty is too ruthless. My brother is a stubborn old man. I also really want

to go abroad to see the world, but my father wouldn't allow it then. I think my brother would be even less likely to allow me to go now. I heard

your father say that your homeland, Great Britain, is made up of several islands, not as large as our Qing Dynasty, and it is ruled by a Queen."

I smiled slightly, took her hand, and entered the hall with her. "Defu, send all these people to jail for a few months. If

they want to quit opium, give them only water to drink each day, don't let them touch any opium, and don't allow their families to see them.

Treat all the local officials investigated the same way. I want to see how many officials in the Qing Dynasty are using this stuff." I was disgusted by the group of kneeling

officials .

Seeing the opium made me even angrier. "Boss! What should we do with all this stuff? Are we just going to return it all to the British merchants?"

Yu Xuanzi, who had been silent until now, looked at me, waiting for my decision.

"What do you think! Same old rules, burn it all. It's almost a whole ship full of stuff. Those people are really audacious." I sat down and

took a sip of tea.

"Boss, I understand. Don't worry! I'll handle it properly." Yu Xuanzi said to me very seriously, and then left.

"Husband, weren't you a little harsh just now?" Shu'er looked at me and said.

"Don't worry, we've faced life and death on the battlefield. He won't take this little thing to heart. Do you know why the Eight Banners

respect us so much? I'll make sure they return unharmed to see their wives. The experience of fighting with muskets and cannons is several times faster than fighting with swords and spears here

. If you get shot, you won't survive."

I recalled that cruel scene. "My husband's life has only been happy since he met Shu'er. The pressure my father put on me

was suffocating . His expectations were too high, sending a ten-year-old child to lead an army into battle, and stipulating that he must return with a great victory.

I left with a mocking and jealous look in my eyes. When I returned, all I saw was the murderous aura of my brothers. Even my own brother looked at me with surprise and jealousy.

No one cared about me at all. Even my father thought I should have won. The ridiculous welcome disgusted me. I never expected to

meet Shu'er then." I glanced at the beautiful woman and continued.

"Wearing white mourning clothes, I realized someone in her family had died, and the deceased was ordered by my already senile father. I saw a dutiful woman

serving water to her clansmen, completely unconcerned about her being forced into military service as a prostitute. I saw the soldiers' lustful gazes, which aroused

a . I disregarded my father's objections, gave up the throne, and only wanted Shu'er. I don't know why, but seeing my father's angry

expression made me happy, making me understand even more the benefits of being a lecher. From then on, seeking pleasure with prostitutes was taken for granted, only..."

Only after thoroughly disappointing my father and lowering my brother's guard against me can I truly live a happy life. Step by step, I pushed my own brother onto the throne.

That place is not something an ordinary person can bear. It requires practicing archery from the age of three, learning to ride horses, memorizing the Four Books and Five Classics, and reading the Records of the Grand Historian. One cannot reveal

one's thoughts ; one must rule the world like a king."

Shu'er looked at me, who kept talking. She didn't expect that I would give up the throne for her, something I had never told her before.

"Husband, you never told me that you gave up the throne because..." Shu'er choked up, unable to finish her sentence.

"Foolish girl, heaven has given me the best person by my side. I'm afraid that if I don't hold on to her, my life will only be filled with pain, not happiness. No matter who

I meet , my husband must make a choice. My husband wants to get out of that shadow. The struggle and bloodshed between brothers will only make me

more domineering. So I don't regret it. Now, aren't you making my husband happy? Nine years, such a long time." I hugged her and

said with a wicked smile.

"Husband, are you still scared? My heart is beating so fast and unevenly." Shu'er listened to my heartbeat.

I smiled, "I haven't spoiled you in vain, but I just remembered what my father said, something I can never get rid of for the rest of my life." I sighed and gently stroked

Shu'er's hair.

"Husband, what did you say that's so serious that I can't get rid of it?" Yuwei looked at me softly, her gentle gaze filling my heart with

contentment. "My old man once said that an emperor must carve a blood-stained road for himself with his sword,

lead his army to trample those who do not submit to him with his own footsteps, and conquer his own territory with his own warhorse. As a

Manchu born on horseback, one must not only inherit the bravery and skill of one's ancestors in battle, but also possess the ability to govern the country like Emperor Wu of Han and Emperor Taizong of Tang. These are the qualities

an emperor must have. At that time, I thought, this throne is really not for humans, but for gods. Apart from these conditions,

one must also heir, deal with the harem, keep it from falling into chaos, and not only do you like women, but you can only watch them get married. The piles of memorials every day

will kill you. This is not something a human can do. If you continue like this, you will lose even the basic dignity of a man. I don't want to do this." I got more and more excited as I spoke. At

first, my words did surprise the women quite a bit, but my later additions made them all laugh.

"How disgusting! Who describes an emperor like that? Even if you don't want to be one, don't describe your own brother like that!" Liu Hanying said coquettishly.

"Sigh, I just wanted to tell you that you have the power to make me give up everything," I

said .

The women remained silent, only smiling back at me. This was the world they had chosen, and they couldn't help but feel gratified by their judgment.

Although they were lustful, it didn't matter; they were still very happy. At least my husband hadn't treated them unfairly. To this day, they

still couldn't satisfy my desires. In their minds, I was like a machine that would never tire. Every time, they were the ones who were dying and coming back to life, while I remained

energetic . If one of them had to serve me, they probably would have died long ago.

"Husband, you've dealt with so many things today and you must be tired. Let us accompany you to rest. From today until our wedding day, we will only talk about romance

. My husband is not allowed to talk about anything else," He Xiangwan issued the decree.

"Alright, my husband likes it too. The duel between Wuxia and Bingxue might have to be canceled! Once you and she are both married into the family, do you two still want to fight to the death

, making my husband heartbroken?" I looked at Ye Wuxia.

Ye Wuxia smiled, "You are my husband, your rights are the greatest. I will not duel with Bingxue."

I nodded leisurely, gesturing for her to come to my side.

Our residence, Plum Garden, is located outside Jianmen Gate in Suzhou. It was originally the East Garden of Xu Taishi, the Minister of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices during the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty. The rockery in the garden

was created by the renowned rockery artist Zhou Bingzhong (Shichen). I rebuilt the old garden, naming it Hanbi Villa, also known as Plum Garden. The garden features twelve peaks of Taihu stones, a truly magnificent sight. The entire garden

covers approximately 50 acres and can be roughly divided into four scenic areas: central, east, west, and north. These areas are connected by winding corridors. These corridors stretch for over 700 meters, leading to secluded spots and

revealing layers of beautiful scenery.

The central area is the original site of Hanbi Villa. A large pond is situated in the center, with mountains to the west and north. Buildings are located to the east and south. The artificial mountains are primarily made of earth, layered with yellow stones,

creating a robust and imposing presence. Ancient trees reach for the sky, lending the mountains a lush and verdant atmosphere. A winding stream meanders through the mountain bends, seemingly the source of the pond's waters. To the south of the pond

are the Hanbi Mountain Villa and Mingse Tower, the main buildings of the old garden. The pavilions resemble the fore deck, while the open halls are like the middle deck, resembling a painted boat.

To the east of the pavilions is the Green Shade Pavilion, small and elegant, its hanging eaves and railings creating a picturesque scene.

To the west of the Hanbi Mountain Villa is a climbing corridor that follows the contours of the mountain, connecting to the Fragrant Wood Pavilion at the summit. The mountain is covered with osmanthus trees, their fragrance

filling the air every autumn. Here, the air is crisp and clear, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, with the small Penglai Island floating on the azure waves of the pond. The

Huaihe Pavilion, Quxi Tower, West Tower, and Qingfeng Pond Pavilion are nestled among mountains, water, and trees, their layout undulating and harmonious. To the north, towering rocks and

hidden , with the Keting Pavilion perched atop the hill, seemingly poised for flight.

The eastern section features multiple gates and deep courtyards. Interconnected by latticed windows, doorways, and corridors, these courtyards create a striking contrast, forming

the most varied architectural complex in Suzhou gardens. The Wufengxian Hall, also known as the Nanmu Hall, boasts exquisite interior decoration and elegant furnishings. To its west are

courtyards such as the Crane Pavilion, Stone Forest Courtyard, Yifeng Pavilion, and Huanwo Reading Place, where bamboo and rocks lean against walls, and banana trees reflect in windows, creating a picturesque scene.

The Linquan Shengshuo Hall is a dual-purpose hall, separated by a carved, openwork screen, its interior furnished with antique elegance. To the north stand the famous

Three Peaks of Liuyuan Garden: Guanyun Peak in the center, flanked by Ruiyun Peak and Shanyouyun Peak.

Guanyun Peak, standing 6.5 meters tall, is exquisitely crafted and said to be a relic of the Song Dynasty's "Flower and Stone Tribute," making it the largest piece of Taihu stone in Jiangnan gardens. In front of the peak lies

Xiyun Pond, surrounded by Guanyun Tower, Guanyun Pavilion, Guanyun Terrace, and Zhuyun Nunnery, all places for appreciating the stone.

The western part features artificial hills, a natural blend of earth and stone. Maple trees form a lush forest, providing shade in summer and a vibrant red in autumn.

Zhile Pavilion this vantage point, the cloud wall on the left resembles a undulating dragon. A winding stream flows in front of the mountain. On the eastern slope lies the

"Lively Pavilion," a waterside structure situated by the stream, giving the impression of an endless flow of water.

The northern part is planted with bamboo, plum, peach, apricot, grapevines, and wisteria trellises. The remaining area is a bonsai garden, abundant with flowers and trees, retaining a rustic charm.

The Plum Garden is laid out in a livable and enjoyable landscape, with a harmonious contrast between sparse and dense areas.

Flowers bloom along the water's edge, the sun is warm, and a gentle afternoon breeze makes one feel languid. I listen with a smile to

the perfectly matched music played by Han Ying, Shu Er, and Ming Feng.

Chapter Three

Qin Xin wanted to dance a little something for me, but I stopped her. "Baby, you're carrying two lives now. Give your husband some space

so he can have some peace of mind. If he's constantly stressed, he might not be able to keep his own life..." Before I could finish, He Xiangwan

kissed me on the lips.

"Husband, don't talk about things that scare us. Some things are best experienced once." He Xiangwan said with a smile.

"Alright, I won't mention it. Let's listen to some music! Or recite poetry, or play chess. I'll keep you company tonight." I said happily.

"Then how about a couplet game? With Sister Weiqi, plus Xiyi and Anna, we don't believe husband can win." Shangguan Xin

said unconvinced.

I laughed heartily. "Let's play chess first, then we'll play couplets tonight. Whoever can't match the couplets must keep husband company tonight, okay?"

I was immediately met with glares and coquettish replies from the women, but they accepted the condition.

"Husband, you haven't gambled in so long, you rarely even go to brothels anymore." Qin Xin's sudden remark made all the women laugh

at me.

"Hmm, there's nothing strange about that. Although there are many beautiful women in brothels, I've already married many wives.

If any of you get jealous and don't let me into your room, that would be a case of penny-wise and pound-foolish. Do you think I would do such a losing business

?" I said smugly, lying leisurely in the arms of the women.

Mingfeng pinched my waist several times angrily. "You're so annoying! You're such a scoundrel, all you think about is women."

She then tapped my forehead with her slender finger, which I took and sucked on, making the beauty blush.

"Husband, do you still think about Mingyao and the others?" Shu'er asked, tidying my braids.

"No, they have their own choices. The capital is different from here. There are many powerful officials and nobles there, and they

can't afford to offend any of them. That's why their shrewd husband is worried they might harm you," I explained with a smile.

"Husband, the chessboard is ready. You've decided to play against all of us. You'll lose badly,

" Liu Hanying said playfully.

"It's alright. Victory and defeat are common in war. Losing once is nothing," I said nonchalantly.

I was right. I did lose. For the fourth consecutive game, I used the star point opening, while Weiqi responded with a small point opening. Her

determination showed that she had fully regained her confidence after successfully "slaying the dragon" in the previous game. After I made consecutive high approach moves in the two corners, both sides

formed a symmetrical shape on the left side of the board. It was obvious that Black would gain influence and White would gain territory. Weiqi made her 18th move, approaching the corner. After my Black stones pressed down, both sides ended the round with an exchange of influence

and territory .

On move 34, Weiqi captured two of my black stones, and then on move 36, she flew towards the center. White's opening was extremely solid.

When I played move 8, connecting with Black's lower right corner, my move 39, a sharp stab, was too slow, giving Weiqi a golden opportunity to aggressively invade and diminish Black's influence.

Time continued, and from move 42 onwards, my responses were quite flexible. By the time it was Weiqi's turn, I had captured Weiqi's lower right corner,

gaining a lead in territory. Weiqi's black stones were forced into a difficult situation of encircling empty space. At that moment,

Weiqi's mood must have been as bright as the sunshine outside, while I, during the game, frequently turned to look at the sunlight outside the wall, my

mood as blank and helpless as my white stones.

When Weiqi made her 62nd move, a large knight's move into the central area, my subsequent aggressive attack was clearly too hasty. Weiqi's series of beautiful reshapes

not only solidified the black stones sliding towards the center but also left white vulnerable on both sides of the lower territory. By move 96, black had a

clear advantage.

Trailing in position, I tried to enclose as much territory as possible, but because I still had some territory in the upper right, black used a sacrifice tactic to put several white

stones in the center in danger.

Weiqi then launched a fierce attack on the white stones in the center. At this point, both sides' moves were still very close, and white eventually escaped unscathed. However, black used the capture to

shrink the board, leaving little room for further development, and white could no longer make komi.

I held on until move 248, then silently resigned.

After losing the first two games, Weiqi, facing a desperate situation, suddenly erupted, turning the tide in the next two games with a near-perfect performance.

A draw was what I wanted, and time flew by. I couldn't help but admire the intelligence of these women; they could

win against me without any tension, even when they were losing. I was amazed by Weiqi's delicate mind; she was indeed a formidable opponent. I didn't know if I

could win her heart. I couldn't imagine how confident I was of winning if we became enemies.

"Husband, what's wrong? It's okay to lose; no one will care. We won't tell anyone," Shu'er said gently, looking at me.

"Nothing, I just remembered something. Alright! Should we recite poetry or compose couplets?" I said, seeing Defu preparing dinner

.

"Husband, let's eat first! After we eat, we'll play a couplet contest and see how many beauties you can win.

This time, we'll be the ones to come up with the couplets, and only if you can match them will we allow you to enter," He Xiangwan said with a smile, her eyes clearly

calculating.

"Alright, you said it yourself, husband. Look how capable you are! You used to have trouble matching many

couplets , how could you possibly win against me now?" I said, pulling the women to the table.

"That's not necessarily true. Don't forget, with Sister Weiqi and Sister Xiangwan here, husband will have to spend a little more time," Shangguan Xin said with a smile.

"Alright, let's eat first! Only when we're full can we compete with husband in intelligence," Shu'er advised.

After saying that, they fought like they were in a battle, grabbing the prawns without any regard for their image, which made me laugh out loud. "Don't you have any image at all?

You weren't like this when you ate before."

"We all love eating prawns, just like we all love husband. Husband, can we stop fighting?" Mingfeng said playfully.

"K, you guys have some nerve, comparing your husband to a prawn." I pulled Mingfeng into my arms and gave her a good pat on the back.

"Ugh, if you weren't such a good catch, do you think we'd fight over you? We would have ignored you long ago.

" Mingfeng wriggled against me and said coquettishly.

But she had no idea that she was arousing my desire. "Alright, I'm going to match couplets with you now. Tomorrow you won't be able to get

out of bed."

Shu'er saw my gaze, and the possessive look made her blush. "Husband, let me go first. Listen carefully, 'One year, two springs, double...'"

"August in the human world, two seasons have passed, my husband must be able to match it."

"Alright! Even you're tempting me, let me think about it. You actually dared to match such a profound couplet, deliberately making things difficult for my husband!"

I winked at Shu'er.

"If you know, just say it. I know you're smart." Shu'er said with a smile.

"Sixty years old, another cycle of sixty days in the world, how about it, not bad, right?" I smiled mischievously, and all the women were deep in thought, trying to stump

me.

"I've got one too, my husband, listen carefully, the moon shines through the gauze window, everyone is a Zhuge Liang." Ji Qingran smiled as she looked at my frowning face. Even

Weiqi hadn't thought of a suitable one.

Seeing the soldiers patrolling with torches, I suddenly had a second line, "Baby, you can't escape either, the second line is Ao Guang raising a torch, step by step illuminating the clouds, Zhao Zilong."

I said proudly.

"Husband, you're too amazing! I also have the same idea: lotus stem, lotus root, lotus pod, bitter lotus—all the same radicals. Can you answer this?"

Shangguan Xin said, unconvinced.

"You really think so? Look at the potted plants around us, and the second line will come to mind," I said with a smile, taking a sip of wine.

"What second line? I don't know," Shangguan Xin asked curiously. She turned to Weiqi and He Xiangwan for help. The two women sighed and

said, "The second line is: hibiscus and peony, fragrant stamens. Xin-mei, you are indeed a bit slow, using such a simple couplet. No wonder my husband didn't answer you." "How

annoying! How was I supposed to know my husband would notice the potted plants around us?" Shangguan Xin said, unconvinced.

"Alright, stop arguing. Let's continue! Please, husband, teach me: 'A Hakka, guarding a cold window in solitude, lonely and desolate,'" Yuwei

said .

I looked at her in surprise, not expecting Yuwei to come up with this couplet. "Baby, you're thinking of your mother, aren't you? It's alright, your mother-in-law shouldn't be having such a hard time

now . Your father, that old turtle, is a real bastard, treating his woman like that. Alright,

let's use Buddhist language to explain it: 'The lost path has gone far, returning to the Way, wandering freely.' Are you satisfied with this second line, baby?" I said with a smile.

"Husband, you... well, never mind, husband is indeed clever, Yuwei is convinced." Yuwei kissed me on the cheek and then looked at the other

women's couplets.

"Husband, 'Smoke locks the willow by the pond,' the radicals are all five elements, metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, let's see how you respond." Liu Hanying said with a smile.

"You really think your husband can't come up with a matching couplet? This time, your husband is determined to do it." I smiled mischievously. "The second line is, 'Cannon guards the sea, city tower,' how about that

? Your husband isn't stupid, otherwise you wouldn't have fallen for him, right?"

"Husband, you really are capable. Alright, I'll try my hand at it too. His medical skills are superb, but when it comes to couplets, he'll definitely make you laugh. '

Wuxi Xishan Mountain has no Xi.'" Chang Nonghuan said with a smile.

"Heavens, if this isn't superb, what do you think is a superb couplet? Let your husband think about it.

" "Chang Nonghuan's couplet is indeed a bit difficult for me."

"Nonghuan, your couplet is indeed a bit challenging. Your husband is stumped." He Xiangwan replied with a smile.

"Wait, who said that? I have a second line: 'Pinghu Lake's water is level with Pinghu.' How could I forget there's a Pinghu County here? How about it, my

couplet is pretty good, isn't it?" I was very proud of myself.

Half the people have already lost to me. He Xiangwan smiled silently, while Weiqi looked at the other women, waiting for their couplets.

"Husband, Mingfeng and I also have ours: 'The emperor's favor is bestowed upon a poor, lonely man in a humble home.'" Qinxin said with a smile.

"You all seem to be sentimental people. Why can't I gain your complete trust?" I sighed.

"Alright, I have mine too: 'South Tongzhou, North Tongzhou, South Tongzhou connects North and South.' Husband, you can think of the second line yourself," He Xiangwan said gently.

"Husband, I also have a couplet. You can tell us tomorrow. No need to tell me, you'll know the second line: 'In the Bell and Drum Tower,

the bell tolls all night long.'" Weiqi smiled, recognizing my intelligence. I'm not good at anything, but when it comes to couplets, no one can beat me.

"We also came up with one, Anna and I came up with it together: a small boat, two oars, three or four awnings, five or six passengers, passing through

the Seven Mile Shoal, reaching the Eight Mile Lake, ten miles from Jiujiang." Xi Yi smiled, putting me in a difficult position.

None of the women wanted me to answer anything further. From my eyes, they had already understood my strong possessiveness. They knew they couldn't

escape it, but Shu'er still wouldn't let me touch Xi Yi, Anna, or Ye Wuxia. All three of them had to accompany me on our wedding night.

Time passed, and our lovemaking ended. At this moment, Yu Wei and the other women were completely naked, lying on the embroidered quilt, their crystal-clear,

delicate skin dazzling. My greedy hands couldn't help but roam freely over their skin.

I stared at their naked bodies with lustful eyes, my hands following my gaze, caressing and kneading.

The women slowly felt the pleasure of their skin being rubbed. Their eyes were half-closed, their cherry lips parted, and they seemed to be emitting faint moans, enjoying

the warmth that spread from my palms to their bodies.

I stroked them, intending to lull them to sleep, but they were already exhausted and asleep. I held them as I fell asleep.

Chapter Four

The next day, the women argued and demanded that I answer the question about the second line of a couplet. I didn't speak, only smiled. This angered the women, who kept tugging at my

clothes, demanding an apology.

Plum Garden was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, and Defu also sent new clothes to He Xiangwan and the others, having the maids help them put them on. At the Nangong family's place, although

lanterns and colorful streamers were displayed, the atmosphere inside the Ice Pavilion was icy cold.

"What did you say?" Nangong Taiji had clearly reached his limit of patience. He glared angrily at his daughter, while

his with amusement.

"My daughter will not marry!" Nangong Bingxue said these four words firmly, completely disregarding how high Nangong Taiji's anger was.

"This is not up to you. You have to marry him whether you like it or not. I agreed to it in front of all the heroes of the world, and the betrothal gifts have already been accepted. Your

aunt has already spent some of them, so there's no way they can be returned. Do you think Prince Gong is a fool? Do you think he'll let it go after all this teasing? Most importantly,

today is the wedding day. You must get into the bridal sedan chair and marry him, even if that man has many wives and concubines." Nangong Taiji said, displaying

the authority .

"Yes! Aren't women's marriages all arranged by their parents and matchmakers? Just obediently marry him! Your mother

is frightened Sigh! I say, elder sister, you should talk to your daughter. She's reached marriageable age. Don't make things difficult for the master anymore. If she openly..."

"Breaking off the engagement at the wedding, where does that leave the Nangong family's reputation?" These sharp words further enraged Nangong Bingxue.

Her mother's submissive nature had made her a powerless first wife, spending her days in vegetarianism and Buddhist rituals to while away her lonely years—a

pitiful woman. While her appearance was considered above average, the constant neglect had eroded her spirit, leading her to

a life of celibacy and nunhood.

Seeing her daughter today, she resolved not to let her daughter suffer such a tragic fate. "Master, since Bingxue doesn't want to marry, then don't

marry. Our Nangong family has status; I don't think the Prince will make things difficult for us."

The first wife's first act of defiance stunned everyone. "What do you know, woman? Do you think any official would be so shameless

? Bingxue is of marriageable age. What are you meddling for? Go back to your vegetarianism and Buddhist rituals; don't get in the way," Nangong Taiji

said with disgust. He didn't know how he had ever fallen for her.

"Father, Mother is still the First Madam. Aren't you afraid of being laughed at for treating her like this?" Nangong Bingxue said indignantly.

"Hmph! Is this the daughter you raised? How dare she talk back to her elders? What kind of First Madam do you deserve to be? You should go home and learn how

to be a good wife." Nangong Taiji angrily rebuked.

"Master, Bingxue is also your daughter. How can you speak like this?" the First Madam cried.

"My good daughter, how dare you oppose me like this! I don't have her as my daughter, and you are not my wife. I'm divorcing you now."

Nangong Taiji slapped Zhang Shi and said.

"Father, you've gone too far! Mother didn't say anything wrong. How can you treat her like this?" Nangong Bingxue was radiating anger.

"What's with that expression? Let me tell you, after you marry into the family, you'd better speak well of the Nangong family to your husband so he'll help them more

. Otherwise, don't come back. I'm not your father anymore,

" Nangong Taiji said sternly.

"I won't say anything. If I do, I'll only say bad things to let him know how despicable and vile the Nangong family is,

" Nangong Bingxue protested fiercely. "

You unfilial daughter, I've raised you for nothing!" she said, raising her hand. Nangong Bingxue closed her eyes, waiting for the slap, but was

stopped by someone.

"Father-in-law, you're not really going to hit my precious woman, are you?" My words rang in her ears. She looked at

me in surprise as I grabbed her father's hand.

"Why are you here? Isn't it not time for the wedding yet?" Nangong Taiji said in surprise.

I lowered my hand and leisurely escorted Nangong Bingxue to the side, saying, "What, this seems to be my betrothed's territory.

Why can't I come? But I'm glad I came, otherwise I wouldn't have known my wife was being bullied like this at home. It really breaks

my heart." I smiled wickedly and helped my mother-in-law to sit down as well.

"Your Highness, according to the rules, you cannot come here before the wedding date," Nangong Taiji reprimanded me sternly. "

Father-in-law... no, I seem to remember you were going to divorce my mother-in-law. I think I just said that. Then I don't need to call you father-in-law anymore.

My royal palace has an unwritten rule: I only acknowledge my mother-in-law. If father-in-law divorces mother-in-law, it doesn't matter. I will

treat her like my own mother. As for father-in-law, I'm sorry, I don't acknowledge him." My smiling face was firm.

"You... what kind of rule is this? Don't you even understand etiquette? A husband is the strong one, and a man's devotion to his wife is a very ordinary thing.

How can Your Highness disown me as your father-in-law just because I divorced you?" Nangong Taiji said angrily.

"I'm sorry, I've never been a big fan of etiquette. You don't know how to cherish a beautiful woman, so I'm kicking you out.

Don't come looking for me again, and don't use my name. My royal family and your Nangong family will never have anything to do with each other again. However, Nangong

Bingxue still has to come with me. The wedding I promised cannot be broken." I looked at Nangong Bingxue with a wicked smile and lay down on her embroidered couch.

"Your Highness, you can't..." Before Nangong Bingxue could finish speaking, I said to the others,

"This is no longer Nangong family territory. My wife and I have something to discuss. You're not going to stay here, are you?" I glanced

at the servants, whose eyes were wide open. This man was lying on their young lady's embroidered bed without any regard for her,

showing no respect whatsoever.

"What, get out of here! Wait until I tell you to get lost!" I said domineeringly.

Everyone was frightened by my words and hurriedly fled. Nangong Taiji, seeing my challenging gaze, also wisely left.

"Mother-in-law, you and Bingxue's four maids go outside and wait for us. I have something to say to Bingxue.

" I said to Zhang with a smile, without any malice in my eyes.

Zhang nodded in agreement, and Nangong Bingxue also nodded to her four maids, telling them to wait outside.

Everyone had left, and I looked at her with a wicked grin. "Come here, Bingxue, come to me." I patted the bedside and said.

"Your Highness, just tell me what you want to say. I won't come over," Nangong Bingxue said coldly.

"Sigh! Still so cold. Fine, I won't argue with you. But how about we make a deal? Let

your mother come into the palace with you. I'll treat her like my own mother. But you must marry me. I can refrain from touching you for now,

but I can't guarantee that in the future. After all, you are my woman, and you can only belong to me." I stood up and declared domineeringly.

"You... fine, I agree. You must take care of everything for my mother and let her live out her life in peace." Nangong Bingxue

said, her eyes still expressionless.

Damn it, she's not just cold, she's incredibly cold. My bones are trembling. "Fine, you're not coming over yet? At least let me get used

to your presence!" I said, pointing to the seat I had asked her to sit in earlier.

Nangong Bingxue didn't say anything more and obediently walked to my side and sat down on the embroidered couch I had patted.

I took the opportunity to remove her embroidered shoes and grasped her bound feet, making her face flush red.

"No... let go! Are you going to hold them forever?" the beauty scolded, frowning. "I won't

let go! I want to hold them forever, Xiaoxue, your bound feet are so soft." I teased her shamelessly.

"You..." Nangong Bingxue looked at me coldly and said in a deep voice, "Please have some self-respect, Your Highness. Bingxue is not yet a disciple."

I smiled wickedly, put down her feet, and pressed my whole body against hers. Nangong Bingxue did not struggle, but looked at me very coldly.

"Your Highness, this isn't our wedding night. Please don't let Bingxue's reputation be tarnished." Her cold eyes revealed her anger.

I hadn't expected to feel anything for this ice block. I teasingly pressed my swollen lower body against her, making her gasp.

"Don't worry, Baoze, your husband won't touch you now, but I can't guarantee it on our wedding night. One day, I'll make you call me 'brother

.'" I sucked on her earlobe, licking her fair neck several times, teasing her until her face flushed red with embarrassment and anger, her eyes filled

with murderous intent.

"Don't look at me like that. You know your husband isn't a gentleman. You should have opposed my marriage proposal back then. Now

you can only obediently accept it. There's Xiang Wan and the others there. I don't think you'll be alone." I smiled wickedly and got up to leave.

As soon as I opened the door and went out, the maids waiting outside nervously entered. They found that their mistress didn't seem angry; she was just

waiting them to come in and change.

Before the dressing table, Madam Zhang combed her daughter's hair. "Daughter, get married! A man who can openly defy societal norms for you is a rare find in this world.

Mother believes he won't mistreat you. If he does, leave him, and Mother will leave with you to a peaceful place to live a quiet

life."

"Mother, why don't you dare do this? You could before." Bingxue looked at her mother in surprise.

"Fool! Mother isn't that strong. Mother is a coward, without courage. But Bingxue is different. You are clever and intelligent, knowing

how to think for yourself, but Mother lost that a long time ago."

Madam Zhang always smiled.

"Mother, I understand. Don't worry, I will take good care of myself. If one day I fall in love with him, and he dares to treat me like Father treated Mother,

I will definitely not let him go, and I will not let him have a good life." Nangong Bingxue's eyes grew even colder, the chill making Madam Zhang surprised at

how her daughter had become like this.

"Alright, Mother, you rest for a bit. Let Qin'er and Qi'er help me change! It's getting late,

" Nangong Bingxue said expressionlessly.

People say a bride should wear a smile, but this bride has no smile, like an ice cube, making people back away.

"Miss, this is a jade pendant given by the groom. Would you like to wear it?" Nangong Qi asked carefully.

"Put it on for me! So that the scoundrel won't have another excuse to talk about me. Also, have Xiaoyue come over here. I have something to say to her," Nangong

Bingxue said, glancing at the jade pendant.

The four women didn't notice how much their mistress had changed. When Nangong Shi put the pendant on for her mistress, she saw

the lip print and winked at the other three women in surprise.

"What's wrong with you four? Why are you making such strange faces?" Nangong Bingxue asked unhappily.

"Uh, nothing. Miss, I'll go and fetch Miss Xiaoyue right away," Nangong Qin said nervously as she went out.

"This girl, Hua'er, change me into my new clothes. The time is almost here!" Nangong Bingxue got up and went behind the screen to let them change.

"Yes, Miss." Nangong Hua picked up the wedding dress and helped Nangong Qi change her mistress's clothes, while Nangong Shi was responsible for adjusting the phoenix crown for her mistress. She hadn't

expected that the young master would follow Han Chinese customs and not let the young lady wear the full-length wedding dress to avoid upsetting her.

Nangong Bingxue looked quite charming in her wedding dress, and a joyful expression appeared on her originally fair face. Nangong Shi put

the phoenix crown on her mistress's head. "Miss, the phoenix crown is very heavy. Please bear with it. You won't have to wear it when we get to the plum garden. This is what the young master instructed." "I

know. Don't call him young master in front of me. He's not." Nangong Bingxue coldly commanded.

"I know!"

"Miss, Miss Tong has arrived." Nangong Qin said as she invited her in.

"Bingxue, you look so beautiful!" Tong Yunyue couldn't help but praise her friend when she saw her in her wedding dress.

"I know, but I'm not happy. Xiaoyue, promise me you'll be happy. My happiness is gone, but yours is. I don't want

you to be like me. Although that prince is indeed a man who knows how to cherish women, I don't love him. Xiaoyue, you must find a

man who loves you, and whom you love in return. I also hope you'll be happy,

" Nangong Bingxue said resentfully.

"Bingxue, don't be so sad. I think that person won't fail to make you happy. Don't worry, he's not your father. You can let go

a little and try to accept him. I think your life might be a little easier," Tong Yunyue said with a smile.

"I will try my best. Luckily, Xiang Wan and the others are there, otherwise I don't know how I would have survived,

" Nangong Bingxue said with a bleak smile.

"Miss, the young master is here," Nangong Qin said, noticing my wicked appearance as I walked towards them.

Seeing my smug and carefree demeanor, Nangong Bingxue found it laughable that a man who had taken a liking to her beauty could be considered a complete scoundrel. "

It seems the royal family has produced such an anomaly, which is quite a breakthrough."

"Heavens! Darling, you're even more beautiful than I imagined. I thought only Xin'er and the others had such stunning beauty. It seems

I didn't choose the wrong person. Just bear with it for now. I've sent eight experts to carry your sedan chair today, and we'll be at the Plum Garden soon.

Only Shu'er has ever received such treatment, and now it's your turn." I exclaimed as I picked up Nangong Bingxue.

Eight men in official robes waited for my arrival at the door. Seeing me carrying the bride, they all shook their heads in dismay. "Boss, are you getting married

or kidnapping her? Not only did you not pay respects to your father-in-law, but now you're carrying the bride into the sedan chair! Have you no manners at all?"

"Damn it, shut up! Today is my big day! You better not provoke me, or I'll send a few paratroopers

to be your concubines!" I impatiently placed Nangong Bingxue into the sedan chair.

At the same time, I helped my mother-in-law into another sedan chair. The martial arts practitioners were abuzz with discussion. What was going on? Who brings their

mother- ? They'd heard that Old Master Nangong had divorced his wife.

"Lift the sedan chair!" Defu shouted happily. I didn't ride a horse, but instead smiled wickedly, channeling my inner energy to push the bride's sedan chair

upwards .

"Nine-Nine Mystic Arts! He actually has such a high level of skill!" Tong Xiaoping looked at me in surprise. The other eight sedan chair carriers also flew up,

caught the sedan chair, and quickly left.

All the martial arts practitioners stood there, stunned, not daring to say a word. Meanwhile, three different hidden forces had their eyes on me, their

gazes never leaving me. With my help, they were sure to expand their power even further.

Chapter Five

"Boss, you're really despicable! You actually bet this with us! You know perfectly well we won't take concubines, yet

you're so shameless as to compare who can have more wives. Who can win?" Lei Yu said indignantly.

"Damn it, it's not like I forced you. You all volunteered to bet with me. Now you're blaming me? You

wouldn't be so shameless, would you?" I said with disgust, looking at the four people who had already carried the sedan chair to the front of the hall.

"I know you're something else. Alright, let's go in! The wedding ceremony can't be delayed," Leng Bing said coldly.

Nangong Bingxue, supported by Xiao Yun, got out of the sedan chair. Martial arts figures all came to witness the ceremony. My father-in-law, Wang Shengde, was in charge of the wedding. Seeing his unhappy

expression, I knew he didn't want to marry his precious daughter to me.

Defu was the master of ceremonies, presiding over our wedding ceremony. "The newlyweds, take your positions!" A shout silenced everyone.

"First bow to Heaven and Earth!" The shouts tugged at the hearts of everyone who loved He Xiangwan. But before the second bow could even be uttered, a cold voice

rang out from the sky, "Wait a moment." The voice was clear but devoid of any emotion, as if worldly affairs were

irrelevant .

He Xiangwan recognized the voice. She lifted her veil and called out, "Senior Sister!"

Everyone looked at the two women descending from the sky. The ethereal aura emanating from them astonished me. "Heavenly Sect! I didn't

expect the Heavenly Sect to come here in person to congratulate me. It seems I have quite a bit of influence." I smiled wickedly.

"Husband! How did you know? I've never told you anything about our sect." He Xiangwan looked at me in surprise. Her

two senior sisters were also quite surprised; someone actually knew about their sect.

"They possess an extraordinary aura, one that ordinary people don't have. Those without murderous intent must be cultivators of the Heavenly Dao, and in

the martial world besides the secretive Heavenly Sect, I can't think of anyone else who practices the Heavenly Dao," I

said with a smile to the two veiled women.

"If you two have anything to say to my wife, please wait until after our wedding ceremony. Remember, the auspicious time waits for no one," I said, my tone

carrying a strong sense of unyielding resolve.

"Your Highness, please forgive our impulsiveness. After all, the marriage of a representative of the Heavenly Sect is a very important matter. Although Xiang Wan is our junior sister,

she knows the rules of the Heavenly Sect. We will deal with it after the wedding," the woman in green said calmly.

I gave Defu a wink, covered Xiang Wan's head with the veil, and continued my wedding ceremony.

The end of the wedding meant there was an important announcement to make. "Esteemed martial arts seniors, I thank you all for coming to witness this ceremony.

I would also like to announce something here: from today onwards, I am no longer qualified to be the head of Zixuan Pavilion. I think my senior sister will

take over . Now that everyone knows about my sect, I think no one will object."

He Xiangwan's two senior sisters thought she would come to her senses and cultivate the Heavenly Dao with them. They never expected that their master's most beloved disciple would choose to give up.

A man with many women was so attractive to her.

"Junior sister, you... sigh! Alright, let your senior sister take charge! Martial uncle hopes you can change your mind.

We have no choice but to issue the order on behalf of our martial uncle. From today onwards, Xiang Wan, you are expelled from the sect. You are no longer a disciple of the Heavenly Sect. Do you accept this

?" the woman in yellow said helplessly.

He Xiang Wan looked at me gently and nodded in agreement. "Damn it, what kind of sect is this? You can't even get married. Does that mean you

'll be lonely for the rest of your life? Expelled from the sect is fine. I'll make sure she's happy for the rest of her life," I said angrily.

He Xiangwan laughed at my amusing expression. "Husband, they're not even angry, why are you?

Alright, these are the rules of our sect, just like the rules you have to follow in the royal family. Don't make things difficult for my senior sisters; they're just

following the sect rules too."

"Alright, whatever those damn sect rules are, you're married to me now, what bastard would dare touch you? Besides, I

only have one word for matters of the martial world: annoying! I can't be bothered with them." I picked up He Xiangwan and headed towards the backyard, where my brides were waiting for me

to rescue them.

"Boss, what do we do here? You still have to toast the guests," Yu Xuanzi called out to me.

I frowned. "Damn, you're an idiot. Can't you handle this yourself? I won't be leaving the bridal chamber until noon the day after tomorrow. No

one is allowed to intrude. I don't want anyone to spoil the fun." I left after saying that.

All the guests stared at me in surprise. Defu, speechless, ordered all the guards to surround the villa, preventing anyone

from entering.

"The eldest brother has gone mad. He hasn't come out for two days. Isn't he afraid of ruining his health?" Yu Xuanzi muttered to himself.

"I think you've forgotten. The eldest brother has reached the Limitless Realm. He has a standard immortal body. Do you think his wives can harm

him?" Leng Bing said, silencing Yu Xuanzi.

The two Tianzong figures sitting to the side became the focus of everyone's attention in the martial arts world. Tianzong was an organization that could manage the eight major sects. Their appearance

now raised concerns about potential conflicts with the newly elected martial arts alliance leader.

The woman in yellow ignored the expressions of the others, focusing instead on her senior sister, the woman in green. "Senior sister, how are we going to explain this? Our master will definitely

be angry."

"Mengyun, don't worry about our master. Didn't you see our junior sister's happy expression? This is the most genuine side of her I've ever seen. Our master

has always disciplined her, telling her not to show her emotions. Our cultivation is higher than hers, which is also

why . Now, we don't know if our junior sister's choice is right or wrong," the woman in green said.

"Senior sister, your cultivation has already reached the Heavenly Realm. I'm a little weaker than you. Xiang Wan didn't have time to cultivate because she had to deal with matters in the martial world

. Otherwise, she could be like us," Mengyun said.

"Alright, let's not talk about it anymore. The Demon Sect of the Nine Heavens Demon Palace has also come out. Although the Goddess Palace can fight against the Nine Heavens Demon Palace,

they aren't entirely confident in their ability to defeat the Demon Sect. The strange thing now is that the Demon Sect is actually working for someone else. This is what I don't understand the most,"

the woman in green said expressionlessly.

Her heart was like a stagnant lake, undisturbed by any ripples. Her serene gaze inspired awe in those who peered at her.

Even Bai Lian hadn't imagined that someone of a higher realm than her existed in this world.

"Miss, what's wrong?" Ming Qing asked her mistress.

"It's nothing. Qing'er, write a visiting card tomorrow. I need to have a heart-to-heart talk with those two ladies." Bai Lian left without saying much.

Tong Yunyue was also surprised that there were women in the martial world more powerful than Bai Lian. It seemed that the martial world was not to be underestimated.

The woman in green stood up after watching Bai Lian leave. "Mengyun, let's leave too! Junior sister no longer belongs to the martial world."

Mengyun watched her senior sister disappear with a flash of lightness skill and followed.

The appearance of these two women was a source of hope for many people, but they also knew that the people of the Heavenly Sect cultivated the Heavenly Dao and did not marry. They were

representatives of purity, just like Bai Lian of the Goddess Palace, who could only be admired from afar. Moreover, the cultivation of these two women had already deterred anyone from even

thinking of touching them. The celestial aura on their bodies made even those of the evil path want to submit.

"Husband, how can you speak to people in the martial world like that? How are you going to let them face people in the future? You haven't seen them for two days. You are really debauched."

He Xiangwan angrily accused me.

"My darling, this isn't lewdness, it's just that your husband dotes on you. If it were any other woman, I wouldn't be interested," I said with a smile.

"You still dare to say that! Even though my senior sisters have reached the Heavenly Realm, you shouldn't say it in front of them! They still have to meet people, you're so mean

!" He Xiangwan pouted and complained.

"Alright, alright! It's my fault, it's true that your senior sisters have reached the Heavenly Realm, but their cultivation has stagnated.

They can't comprehend anything higher, and I think they're probably pondering this problem." I mischievously pointed out what He Xiangwan was thinking.

"You know, your martial uncle won't easily let your senior sisters leave the mountain. If it weren't for cultivation, I don't think your martial uncle would let them

enter to cultivate," He Xiangwan said gently.

"So, there will be chaos in the martial world again. But I don't have time to manage the affairs of the martial world right now. I have to deal with the affairs of the court first.

After all, I am a prince commanding hundreds of thousands of troops, and things that threaten the court must be given priority." My domineering attitude

surprised He Xiangwan.

"Husband, you're so domineering again. It must be something big, otherwise you wouldn't be so nervous.

" "Oh! It is indeed something big. We have to quell the rebellion in Sichuan and deal with the problem of those who are eyeing the throne. I'm currently overwhelmed."

I sighed.

"Then I think if you're nice to me, perhaps I can help you." He Xiangwan said playfully.

"You darling, when have I ever been nice to you? We're here. Let's take off the phoenix crowns for my darlings first. They must

be exhausted." I quickened my pace.

When I entered the room, I saw Chang Nonghuan and the other women sitting quietly. I hurriedly took off their phoenix crowns. Shangguan Xin

laughed when she saw my nervous expression.

"Husband, we're not tired. Don't make that face. It's so heartwarming."

"I just want you to be comfortable. Is that wrong?" I said with a wicked smile to the women dressed in their new clothes.

"Alright, stop teasing your husband. Let's go to the outer room now and leave this place to Wuxia and the others. Husband, please be considerate

of them . If you cause them any inconvenience, we won't let you into the room." Chang Nonghuan smiled and winked at me.

I saw the women's faces were already flushed with embarrassment, sighed, and watched them leave.

I turned around and realized that the women didn't seem to have eaten. "Xiyi, you should eat something first. Don't starve yourselves. Come, let your husband feed you

." I smiled mischievously.

"How annoying! We're starving, and you're still teasing us like this." Xiyi sat down angrily, and the other women followed suit.

"Come, let your husband feed you. Bingxue, why are you standing? Come here!" I said with a smile.

Nangong Bingxue hesitated for a moment, then came to my side. I held her in my arms and fed her chicken nuggets. "Come on, eat quickly. Eating cold food

is bad ." I coaxed her, which brought a rare shy expression to Nangong Bingxue's face.

"Husband, you're being unfair! You only feed Bingxue, what about us?!" Xiyi teased me brazenly.

I smiled. "Come here, come to your husband. If I don't feed you all today, you definitely won't let me off the hook."

I said ambiguously.

The women understood the implication in my words and gave me a shy glare.

When the women were all full, I attacked Xiyi first, and at the same time pulled Anna, Ye Wuxia, and Nangong Bingxue onto

the bed .

"Husband, you..." Ye Wuxia blushed when she saw my eagerness.

I kissed her luscious lips and said tenderly, "Smells so good." Her open clothes revealed nothing underneath; her bodice and clothes had long been thrown

under the bed.

Oh, why was she having so much difficulty breathing?

I seductively licked her lips. "I like this taste."

Her hazy eyes were half-closed; Ye Wuxia liked to hear my deep voice.

"Mmm." My nose brushed against her soft earlobe, sending a shiver down her spine.

The heat in her lower body was a strange physical reaction to me as well; a hardened desire drove me mad, but my tenderness forced me to slow my pace.

"Husband!" The unfamiliar lust made her whimper softly. My hand slid down her side, loosening the knot tied around her waist.

I knew her unease and tension, and immediately soothed her by moving my lips back to hers. I gently silenced her weak protest with a kiss, my nimble tongue

licking the soft inside her mouth.

Her snow-white body was imprinted in my eyes, and the burning spark of desire was about to ignite.

Ye Wuxia forced her eyes open; in my eyes, she saw the desire that I wanted.

The dim light enveloped them, mixed with their heavy breathing. I didn't give a direct answer, but simply lifted her chin and

pressed my lips to hers. Ye Wuxia gladly accepted, her pink tongue entwining with mine.

After I entered Ye Wuxia's body, I quietly waited for her to adjust. The other women stared at me in astonishment. As time

passed, Ye Wuxia gradually adapted, her reason vanishing instantly. Her body moved in perfect harmony with my movements, thrusting her chest towards my

mouth .

The budding love between us had already begun its symphony of intertwined passion. As the thrusting quickened, Nangong Bingxue saw the bloodstains on the sheets. She

cried out joyfully upon seeing Ye Wuxia, her blush-inducing moans making the other women reluctant to watch.

Finally, with one last tremor, Ye Wuxia unconsciously lost consciousness. I felt my penis being sucked,

causing .

The red and white substance made Xi Yi and the other two breathe rapidly. I glanced at them, then withdrew my penis. Xi Yi hadn't expected me to

still have the strength to handle them.

"Husband, you..." Before she could finish speaking, I had already attacked her, sucking wantonly on her soft lips,

the intertwining of our tongues stimulating me even more.

"Husband, oh! No..." Xi Yi unconsciously resisted my attack, and when my penis penetrated her, it hurt so much that she

cried .

I gently coaxed her, waiting for her to adjust. With her writhing, my arousal grew even harder, and I thrust wildly and rapidly, making Xi Yi move

unconditionally with my rhythm.

"Husband, no more, oh!..." With her last cry, I ejaculated into her, letting her rest.

Anna was worried. She had witnessed Xi Yi's madness, and my penis was now even larger than before. I understood her fear and whispered in her

ear , "Don't worry, your husband will be very gentle and won't hurt you."

Anna glanced at me, trusting me as I teased her. My kisses moved from her body to her inner thighs. "Husband, no, it's dirty there."

I didn't listen and continued moving upwards, then greedily sucking her nectar, my tongue even probing into her secret place. I swallowed all the flowing

stalk , much to Nangong Bingxue's surprise.

Anna's passionate moans excited me even more. I pressed my burning heat against her flower garden, teasing her from the outside. "Oh...husband, I'm

in pain," Anna cried out to me.

"Don't worry, your husband will take responsibility to the end and let you experience the most wonderful thing in the world." I smiled wickedly and thrust my penis inside.

That cave was truly wonderful; it was wider than any other woman's, perhaps because she was a foreign woman.

I felt an unusual pleasure. Seeing Anna's discomfort, I slowed down, thrusting gently.

When , I lost my mind and possessed her wildly. Anna's wantonness opened Nangong Bingxue's eyes. She saw Anna riding on top of me, moving up and down,

twisting her waist rapidly, making me feel even better.

The friction sounds from our intercourse made Nangong Bingxue feel uncomfortable; she had never felt this way before. When she saw Anna

convulse collapse into my arms, she couldn't help but tremble as well, feeling the wetness in her lower body, which made her blush.

After arranging for Anna to rest, I looked at the icy Nangong Bingxue. Seeing her flushed face, I was very satisfied, but I didn't want to possess her against her

will . I wanted her to see the secret I had discovered in the Nangong family.

As I walked over, Nangong Bingxue looked at me coldly. "Don't touch me. You're not exhausted."

"Indeed not. But now I want to take you somewhere, to see things you don't know. I think you'll consider

whether want to accept my love." I got up and dressed with a wicked grin.

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