readytorunbook Chapter 516 Captured
Chapter 516 Captured
These words startled Lin Ping, as they seemed to pose a greater threat than Guo Zhixi.
He was glad he hadn't married Xia Linglong ahead of time, otherwise who knows what Jiang Mo might have done.
Upon careful consideration, Lin Ping could understand Jiang Hongling's intentions.
Since the two had a relationship, the other party has the right to protect their position.
Since Lin Ping's thoughts are all on Jiang Yunying, it is reasonable for him to put her second.
"Since that's the case, then we'll have to arrest you as well, to prevent you from tipping off Chiyang Pavilion," Guo Zhiqian said coldly, her long sword already pressed against Lin Ping's throat.
Although the relationship between Lin Ping and Chiyang Pavilion is unknown, offending Chiyang Pavilion is not a wise choice.
Only by capturing or killing Jiang Mo can we ensure that the news from here will not leak out.
"Sorry, you've lost." At the same time, Mo Youying grabbed Jiang Mo, ending the entire battle.
"Lord Prince Consort, we will definitely rescue you." Pang Xingji looked back to make sure Lin Ping hadn't been killed before leaving.
"Rescue me? Easier said than done." Lin Ping shook his head helplessly.
"Your Excellency has the self-awareness to know that even if the king himself issues an order, he may not be able to do anything to me," Guo Zhixi said with a faint smile.
She dared to openly oppose the imperial court, so she wasn't afraid of being exposed; in fact, she was confident that she could confront the court.
"Have the four city lords already joined forces?" Lin Ping asked tentatively.
The Wu Kingdom has a total of six city lords. Apart from the city lords of Jiangcheng and Shancheng, there are four other city lords. Lin Ping is most afraid that they will unite to rebel against the imperial court.
After all, each city lord has 30,000 to 40,000 military households in his city. Once they are armed, they will be an immeasurable force.
With the help of the experts from Lotus Palace, they truly have the strength to fight against the imperial court.
"Hasn't my lord already guessed it? You can rest assured and marry into the family without any worries. Your status as the Prince Consort will not only not be weakened, but will be strengthened."
Guo Zhixi was certain that Lin Ping couldn't escape, so she wasn't afraid to tell him these secrets.
She even chuckled: "I won't be as heartless as my senior sister, who has been married for so long but hasn't consummated the marriage with her husband."
As she spoke, Guo Zhixi kept staring at Lin Ping's large face and kept exclaiming, "No wonder he is the most handsome man in Jiangcheng. But from today onwards, you will become the most handsome man in Huizhou."
"So you really are after my looks, and I will never give in," Lin Ping said, turning his head away.
"Could you...could you be gentler? I'm afraid of pain."
Guo Zhixi was a little confused. She didn't seem to have hurt Lin Ping, but his serious expression was rather cute.
"I mean, could you be a little gentler when we consummate our marriage?" Lin Ping explained.
"You..." Guo Zhixi was furious and speechless at Lin Ping. She hadn't expected him to be such a lecher. She even regretted tying Lin Ping up; she should have just killed him.
"This is the man your senior sister likes? I think he's just a lecherous scoundrel. We might as well kill him," Mo Youying said irritably from the side.
"Hmph, you dare?" Guo Zhixi stopped her, "He is my man, only I can kill him."
These words startled Lin Ping again. Guo Zhiqian, who seemed gentle and lovely, actually had a heart of a snake. No wonder she was able to advance to the Black Lotus Realm, which was a realm she was born with.
"Master Mo, you are at least a Red Lotus Realm cultivator, why do you listen to her?" Lin Ping asked curiously, which could be considered a low-level attempt to sow discord.
Guo Zhixi was pleased rather than angry after hearing this; she liked Lin Ping's straightforwardness.
"Master Mo won't tell you anything about the Lotus Palace. Let me answer you, sir." Guo Zhixi smiled gently, revealing her tender side once again.
“The Lotus Palace does not determine status purely based on strength. Mo Youying’s Jiangzhong Hall is a branch. Although he is the hall master, his status is not as noble as my master’s, so he naturally has to give me some respect. Moreover, I am the Princess of Huizhou, with tens of thousands of elite troops under my command, so my role is more important than Mo Youying’s. From this point of view, he even has to listen to my command.”
Guo Zhixi answered proudly.
Mo Youying's face turned ashen, which naturally indicated her tacit approval of this statement.
"Oh...I see." Lin Ping nodded thoughtfully and said, "After we get married, can I kill him?"
"Kill Mo Youying?" Guo Zhixi rolled her eyes at Lin Ping, thinking to herself, "This guy is really straightforward."
“That might be a bit difficult. After all, he is the head of Jiangzhong Hall, and killing him won’t be easy. If you don’t like him, I can have him serve you tea and water.” Guo Zhixi looked at Mo Youying with glee.
"Forget it, this person is clumsy. We'd be better off giving him a few more pretty maids," Lin Ping said with dissatisfaction.
"Clumsy? Are you really not afraid they'll poison your tea?"
"There are quite a few maids, but none of them are pretty," Guo Zhixi said without any hesitation.
Having been competitive since childhood, her mind was already twisted. She couldn't even stand seeing others beautiful, so she deliberately chose an extremely ugly maid.
"Does the master agree to marry me?" Guo Zhixi asked curiously. Just now she had sworn to resist to the death, but now she couldn't wait.
"Let's do it tonight. I'm curious if you and your wife are the same type of person." Lin Ping rubbed his hands together, deliberately putting on a lewd look.
"You!" Guo Zhixi thought for a long time before she understood Lin Ping's meaning. She was so angry that her face turned red, and she even had the urge to kill him.
"My lord, there's no need to pretend to be a lecher. My senior sister once said that although you seem unrestrained, you are actually loyal and affectionate. I will not change my opinion of you either. Getting married tonight is indeed a bit rushed. Three days later should be fine."
Guo Zhixi suppressed her anger again and instead admired Lin Ping's courage.
"I never expected that my wife would see me as a man of deep affection and loyalty." Lin Ping felt a surge of emotion. "What do you mean by 'seemingly unrestrained'? Is it really that obvious?"
Barabara...
Throughout the journey, Lin Ping kept talking, determined not to stop until he had written a book called "100,000 Whys".
"Can I cut out his tongue?" Mo Youying asked impatiently.
"Go ahead and cut it, just don't smudge your face..." Guo Zhixi replied.
Lin Ping buzzed around like a fly the whole way, and her ears were practically calloused from it.
The thought of possibly spending the rest of her life with this kind of person filled Guo Zhixi with fear.
"I won't say anything more." Lin Ping covered his mouth with both hands, and the whole world finally quieted down.
Before nightfall, the group finally entered Huizhou.
Lin Ping was like a country bumpkin visiting the city, looking around constantly, showing no sign of being a prisoner.
"Does the master want to remember the route so he can escape?" Guo Zhixi whispered in Lin Ping's ear.
Lin Ping, who was completely focused, was startled. He didn't like the feeling of having his thoughts read.
"No way, I was just attracted by the prosperity here. It's much bigger than Jiangcheng." Lin Ping chuckled.
"It's alright if you have this idea. Before the marriage, you will be locked in the dungeon for a period of time, and Master Mo will personally guard you," Guo Zhixi continued to whisper in Lin Ping's ear.