Where prosperity ends, flowers never end

Chapter 264 The Emperor's Threat

Puwan Front, Weiyang City-

In the previous life, Ran Qianxi came in disguise, in this life, Ran Qiongxi came with armor and troops. Wei Jiguo was as handsome and heroic as ever, with his tall figure standing upright, and his handsome and resolute appearance was unparalleled in the world.

The two met in front of the tent, one in red armor facing the cold wind, and the other in gray armor facing the snow and dust. After a moment of silence, they spoke in unison.

"You're welcome and safe."

Ran Qiongxi patiently saluted with his fist. Wei Jiguo looked at him and asked anxiously about Ran Qiongxi's recent situation.

"How is Xi'er these days?"

When faced with his concern for his sister, he didn't know how to start, and even if he told the truth, he didn't know how to end it.

"Okay, eat well and sleep well."

Hearing that his lover was safe, Wei Jiguo smiled and said, "All right, come into the tent."

Just like in his previous life, Captain Cong brought back a Puwan refugee, the same woman from before. Now the person present was Ran Qiongxi, and given the current situation, no one knew what identity this woman would become.

The streets of Xiao County were crowded with people. Ran Qianxi was waiting for the imperial edict from the palace all the time, but three days passed and there was still no news. Even though there were wealthy businessmen accompanying her shopping, the number one young man in the martial arts world serving as her bag carrier, and her sweet-mouthed and soft-hearted cousin always trying to make her happy, her mood remained the same.

Xie Ying and Liu Xun came together at the city gate. In order to let Ran Qianxi enter the palace and become his queen with dignity, Baili Yong already had a plan but was still testing the waters.

In order to protect Ran Qianxi, Tan Qianhuan still did not return home even though Laocheng and Xiaoxian were not far away. He instructed Qianqiu on the city wall and did not show any mercy. He shot down feather arrows to block the two men's steps. The two men stood in the rain of arrows as still as pine trees. The east wind blew through the city gate, and their robes and long hair swayed in the wind, adding a touch of beauty to the two men.

Seeing that they were not afraid of the rain of arrows under the city wall, Tan Qianhuan called for the soldiers to stop.

"Open the gates and let them in."

The soldier saluted and said, "Yes."

The moment the city gate was opened, soldiers poured out. Those who didn't know would have thought that the two were rebels plotting a treason.

Although they came without any soldiers, they should not be underestimated in Tan Qianhuan's eyes. After all, the tragedy in their previous life was directly related to their humiliation.

"You came with an imperial decree?"

Tan Qianhuan asked calmly.

Liu Xun clasped his hands first, and Xie Ying, who was standing next to him, looked at him and reluctantly raised his hands.

Liu Xun: "Please take everything into consideration, Your Majesty, and let us meet Xier alone."

No one knew that he and Xie Ying had a close relationship. It was Xie Ying who took the initiative to ask him to accompany him to Jizhou.

Tan Qianhuan didn't care what he said. He only heard that he wanted to meet Ran Qianxi alone, so he decisively rejected him.

"Since there is no imperial decree, this king does not want you to see Xi'er."

At this time, Xie Ying on the side was irritated by him.

"Don't refuse a toast and drink a forfeit."

Tan Qianhuan glanced at him lightly and turned away without changing his expression.

"Thank you, uncle, for your great prestige. You have no soldiers or positions, yet you dare to challenge me."

Xie Ying: "You should think about the consequences of hiding the current queen. Can the vast territory of Jizhou withstand the destruction of the emperor?"

Tan Qianhuan's faint smile is very memorable.

"If the words of the uncle are spoken by your majesty, I dare to ask how many strong soldiers the dynasty has? Why do you fear the accumulation of the two dynasties? Jizhou has strong soldiers and horses, and the people live and work in peace and contentment. I was personally conferred the title by the late emperor, and I am respected by the late emperor and am still called the king now."

At that time, the late Emperor Baili Chong was fighting with the Regent Baili Qing, and the court was in turmoil. If it weren't for him, the country would have changed hands long ago.

Tan Qianhuan: "Please stop using your power to bully others. I hate being threatened the most."

The corners of Xie Ying's mouth slightly raised, and there was no sign of weakness or fear on his expression.

"How many thousands of soldiers does the King of Jibei have?"

Tan Qianhuan: "Millions of soldiers are also under the command of the tiger talisman."

He was reminding the two that he had already made concessions. If Baili Yong did not go with the flow, he would not only lose his bargaining chips, but also put the entire Dachang on the edge of a knife.

Liu Xun tried to maneuver the issue by saying, "Since King Jibei is confident, he should let her go. After all, you are sure that Xi'er will choose you, right?"

"..."

Tan Qianhuan paused visibly. As long as Master Liu opened his mouth, he would hit the vital point...

Tan Qianhuan: "Master Liu has a very sharp tongue."

He bowed humbly and said, "How dare I? Your Majesty is not afraid of being torn to pieces, so I guess you are not worried about other people's families being destroyed."

The meaning of his words was clear, he was reminding the Ran family that everyone, young and old, was still in Baili Yong's hands.

Tan Qianhuan smiled slightly and said in a neutral tone: "Liu Xun, you are very good, but you must take good care of your mouth." After he finished speaking, he ordered people to make way.

The two of them walked at the speed of wind on the long street, hurriedly passing by Ran Qianxi. After walking two meters, a familiar shadow flashed through their minds, so they immediately stopped and turned back.

At this moment, Ran Qianxi, who was absent-minded, was also shocked.

"Sister-in-law?"

Before Liu Xun could speak, she took a step forward and pushed him against the shelf.

"How did you come?"

At this time, Liu Xun, who was pressed under him, began to feel excited. He knew that she would come up to tease him, so he cooperated by raising his neck. The impactful visual experience made her heart beat fast.

Liu Xun: "I feel happy even if you call me Master."

Ran Qianxi slowly released her lips that were biting his Adam's apple, opened her arms and tightly embraced him in her arms, sniffing the green sandalwood scent on his body.

"Master Liu, it sounds like a title that means someone who teaches and educates people."

Chong Zhi frowned, Xiahou Chen simply couldn't bear to continue watching, Xiahou Heng wanted to speak but was pulled away by him.

Xiahou Chen: "Didn't you say last time that you wanted to have a meal with your cousin? Today is the right time, let's go for a walk..."

Xiahou Heng was dragged around by him but he still looked elegant.

"Which other cousin?"

Xiahou Chen: "My aunt's, the one that was given to me."

Xiahou Heng: "It is true, but today... hey hey... don't pull me!"

The father and son walked farther and farther away until they disappeared from sight along with the sound.

Here, Ran Qianxi was still hugging Liu Xun tightly. Before Chong Zhi could feel that it was inappropriate, Xie Ying forcibly pulled them apart.

"Did His Majesty order you to hold her?"

Hearing the word "order", Ran Qianxi immediately perked up.

"He has a will? What will?"

Xie Ying found it difficult to speak, so he had to let Liu Xun tell the truth.

Liu Xun straightened his collar and looked at Ran Qianxi: "All the people you cherish are trapped under the power of heaven."

"What do you mean? He locked up my dad and the others?"

Liu Xun hesitated for a moment...

"The dean lives in the Imperial Academy. They... you will know when you go back and take a look."

Baili Yong has always liked to threaten others, this is a bad habit he can't change. Now Ran Yuelian nominally lives in the Hanlin Academy to work, but in fact he is under house arrest by him. Even the Prince Shen's Mansion is surrounded and monitored, and there are also merchants, the Yang family, the Hao Mansion, and the Zuoqiu Mansion. Neither he nor Tan Qianhuan back then knew how to love someone.

Liu Xun: "His Majesty has been waiting for your reply. If you still insist on staying with the Prince of Jibei, then the head of the court will be imprisoned, and the Ran family will fall for disobeying the order. As for those male friends... the power of the emperor is unpredictable... even the Prince of Shen has been placed under house arrest."

Xie Ying: "On the fifth day, if Your Majesty still doesn't see you, you will send troops to Jizhou. By then, even if Tan Qianhuan has a million elite soldiers, there will be a fierce battle, and blood will flow like a river under the city gate."

After listening to the two people's stories, Ran Qianxi felt unprecedented panic again. Could the ending be the same as before?

"Did he say that he would let Tan Qianhuan go if I returned?"

Suddenly, they both fell silent. Even if she went back, Baili Yong would definitely eliminate Tan Qianhuan!

Ran Qianxi looked at the two of them and said in a weak tone: "I know, it has nothing to do with me. No matter what I do, he will send troops to Jizhou."

Tan Qianhuan, who was far away, watched this scene but did not step forward. His back looked so heavy as he turned and left. He knew that Ran Qianxi would return to the imperial city at all costs, so the city gate was quietly opened for her again.