Chapter 489 A Beauty

Based on the current situation, Xie Guanzhi believes that Wen Zhiming has been stabilized for the time being.

However, having such a formidable figure remain in the northern frontier was like having a sword hanging over his head, causing him constant anxiety and sleepless nights.

Xie Guanzhi knew perfectly well that if Wen Zhiming found evidence of his embezzlement or had any dissatisfaction with him, he could simply kill him without any explanation.

Repeatedly trying to please and accommodate others is not a long-term solution.

To eliminate any lingering worries, we must find a way to completely resolve the issue of Wen Zhiming.

Xie Guanzhi maintained his smile, but in his heart he was constantly thinking about how to make the renowned King of the Northern Frontier die legitimately.

After refilling the tea twice, Xie Guanzhi saw that Wen Zhiming's expression was gentle and said softly.

"Tonight, I have gathered all the officials of the Northern Frontier to welcome you and celebrate your return. All preparations have been made in accordance with the highest standards. If Your Highness or Your Highness has any other requests or concerns, please let me know so that I can make the necessary arrangements."

Wen Zhiming looked at Meng Lingge with gentle eyes.

"The Princess Consort likes steamed fish. The Empress Dowager can't chew hard food, so prepare one or two stewed dishes that are tender. The Princess loves Dongpo pork the most. I have no dietary restrictions. You can arrange the rest as you see fit, but please avoid extravagance and waste. Don't be too luxurious because of me."

"Your Highness, rest assured, I will keep it in mind."

Xie Guanzhi hurriedly agreed, thinking to himself: The Northern King only wanted ordinary dishes and emphasized that there should be no waste. It seems that the banquet should be of medium standard. If it is still of the usual high standard, the Northern King will definitely question whether it is a waste of manpower and resources.

After that, Wen Zhiming and his wife drank their tea quietly without saying another word.

Xie Guanzhi was at a loss for words.

As is customary, he should have summoned all the local officials of the Northern Frontier to await the prince's orders. However, upon hearing of the Northern Frontier King's reputation, the officials were intimidated and trembled with fear. If they were summoned now, it would be even more disastrous if they said the wrong thing. It would be better to wait until today's banquet to meet them.

He dared not leave since the King of Northern Frontier had not given any instructions, and he did not know what to do next. He could not just stay by the King of Northern Frontier's side and laugh awkwardly.

As he lowered his head in thought, Yue Jiaoluo, seeing that no one was paying attention to her, would occasionally raise her head slightly to secretly observe Wen Zhiming and Meng Lingge.

"Does the Prefect's wife have something to say?"

Seeing the mockery in her eyes, Meng Lingge knew that this woman was definitely not thinking anything good.

Yue Jiaoluo had been holding back for a long time, and now that Meng Lingge had taken the initiative to ask, she couldn't wait to speak.

"Seeing how considerate the prince is to the princess, I can't help but think of the bet I made with the princess three years ago."

"Oh? I thought you'd forgotten if you hadn't mentioned it."

Meng Lingge said, "We agreed that you would come to see me as promised after three years. I have been waiting for you for quite some time now."

"This humble woman is ashamed." Yue Jiaoluo blushed, her alluring eyes blazing as she looked at Xie Guanzhi.

“More than a year after making the bet with the Queen, I met my husband. Only then did I realize that there is true love in the world, it's just that I hadn't met it yet. Although my husband is older, he is very caring and treats me exceptionally well, so I knew then that I was destined to lose.”

"It is my fault for not arriving in the capital in time for our appointment. But it was not my intention. It is simply that I have a deep affection for my husband and cannot bear to be separated from him. The King and Queen of the Northern Frontier are very loving and I am sure they can understand my predicament."

Xie Guanzhi felt as sweet as if he had drunk honey, but said seriously, "How can you be so rude in front of the Prince and Princess?"

After saying this, he protectively shielded Yue Jiaoluo behind him in a rather manly manner, and respectfully said to Wen Zhiming and Meng Lingge, "My wife is ignorant and rude. It is truly my fault for not teaching her properly. Please forgive me, Your Highness. If you wish to punish her, I am willing to take the blame in her place."

Wen Zhiming lowered his eyes and remained silent.

Meng Lingge said calmly, "It's alright. Since I asked first, it's not a big mistake for the Prefect's wife to answer truthfully. But since the Prefect's wife has already admitted defeat, I wonder if she has fulfilled the bet as agreed?"

Yue Jiaoluo shook her head and said, "This humble woman is willing to fulfill the agreement, but my senior sister does not agree to this humble woman marrying my husband. In a fit of anger, she left without saying goodbye. This humble woman wants to make amends to her, but she can't find her anywhere."

Yue Jiaoman spoils Yue Jiaoluo rotten. Seeing her beautiful junior sister marrying a pot-bellied middle-aged man, she would definitely be unhappy about the marriage. But Meng Lingge didn't expect that this would cause her to lose contact with Yue Jiaoluo.

However, the sisters were never on the same path, so ending things sooner rather than later was not a bad thing for Yue Jiaoman.

Meng Lingge looked at her and said seriously.

"In that case, I can't blame you. Now that you've become the wife of the prefect, you must fulfill your duties. Your attire and ceremonial regalia are a matter of moral character if they are too extravagant, and impolite if they are too simple."

"Your Majesty's teachings are correct, I have remembered them." Yue Jiaoluo hurriedly pulled down her sleeve to cover the many bracelets on her wrist.

Xie Guanzhi nodded repeatedly, "These are all my wife's dowry, just some worthless trinkets. I'll have her take them all down immediately."

After saying that, he looked at Yue Jiaoluo and scolded, "Take off all these cheap things you're wearing, change into some decent clothes, and then come back to serve me."

Yue Jiaoluo obediently agreed and hurriedly left.

With one person missing, the atmosphere in the hall remained somber. Although Xie Guanzhi tried his best to remain calm, the beads of sweat that kept appearing and his hands that didn't know what to do with them betrayed his panic.

Wen Zhiming looked down on his attitude and said indifferently, "Prefect, please go and attend to your official duties. I and my wife will go out for a stroll later. If we need you, Prefect, I will send someone to summon you."

Xie Guanzhi breathed a sigh of relief and said earnestly, "The government office does indeed have many matters to attend to. Please excuse me for a moment, Your Highness."

Only after Wen Zhiming nodded did he bow and step back.

He stepped out of the room and moved with lightning speed, but instead of heading to the government office, he turned and went to the backyard.

Xie Guanzhi strode straight into his courtyard, and sure enough, as soon as he entered the gate, he heard a mournful and aggrieved sobbing sound.

He was heartbroken upon hearing this. He instructed the servants to wait outside the door and rushed into the bedroom. When he saw the delicate figure sobbing on the bed, his eyes were filled with pity.

"My goodness, quickly let your husband see if it's swollen, and if it hurts."

Xie Guanzhi sat on the bed, one hand wandering aimlessly, while the other hand gently stroked Yue Jiaoluo's face.

Even though he had possessed this enchantress for almost two years, Yue Jiaoluo's body still captivated him.

Xie Guanzhi had been all-powerful in the Northern Frontier for over a decade, and had at least eighty or a hundred women in his bed. Only Yue Jiaoluo was someone he could marry in a grand manner, and even after nearly two years of marriage, his sexual interest in her remained undiminished.

Because Yue Jiaoluo is truly the most beautiful of beauties, the most exquisite of all beauties.

Both in terms of appearance and figure.

Or, in bed.