Zhan Qin's eyes widened: "What?"
Chu Jinjin repeated herself in a sorrowful tone, "The Emperor wants me to be the Empress."
If it was just a momentary impulse, Zhan Qin's method would definitely work. Based on what we know, Zhan Qin's father probably felt guilty, and with him stepping in, the emperor would have no choice but to give up.
You can't just forcibly take someone away from you.
But that's not the case.
Although Chu Jinjin doesn't understand relationships or politics, it's incredibly difficult for a divorced merchant's daughter to become empress. It's like trying to climb to the top in one step. Regardless of whether it's Wang Ruoxiang's camp or other ministers, they will definitely oppose it.
Xiao Huai's strong determination clearly shows that his feelings for him are extraordinary.
Zhan Qin nodded slowly: "I think I understand."
Chu Jinjin asked curiously, "Understand what?"
“I understand why the Emperor treats you this way. First, he values Jinjin’s abilities. With your skills, which are almost unmatched in the world, you are like a pillar of strength to him. Whether in the harem or on the battlefield, with Jinjin around, there is no need to worry about the stability of the world. Second, it is related to his childhood experiences.” Zhan Qin smiled and said softly, “What Jinjin said makes a lot of sense, but my father is not that simple. He will definitely protect us.”
Chu Jinjin thought for a moment: "It still won't work."
They were even more unwilling.
Zhan Qin has been away for an unknown period of time, and was even kidnapped by the Black Hawk Mountain stronghold, clearly indicating a complete severing of ties.
Because what he bowed was not just his head, but also his beliefs and dignity.
"Thank you for doing this for me, I'm very touched." Chu Jinjin expressed her gratitude directly, standing on tiptoe and kissing Zhan Qin's lips in his dilated pupils. "But I have other ways."
Zhan Qin's breathing became labored.
The garden was quiet; this was the third time, and he had been the one to react passively.
Few men in the world could resist him. He awkwardly leaned in to continue, but Chu Jinjin pressed her chest and gently pushed him away.
Chu Jinjin frowned and said with displeasure, "What time is it, and you're still thinking about this kind of thing?"
Zhan Qin: "...You, you kissed me first."
"I was just expressing my gratitude. What do you have to thank me for?" Chu Jinjin didn't think she was being hypocritical at all, and said confidently, "Besides, I only kissed her once, like a hug when I'm sad. I didn't have any other intentions."
Zhan Qin: "......."
Chu Jinjin smacked her lips, looked at her hands, and comforted herself, "They feel pretty good."
Zhan Qin's pectoral muscles were not large, but they were very firm; in modern terms, they were thin muscles.
It would have been better if they hadn't said that.
Zhan Qin suddenly grabbed her hand and placed it on his chest, gritting his teeth as he said, "You're not allowed to touch other men's pectoral muscles again. I... I'll work out hard."
Chu Jinjin couldn't help but chuckle.
So innocent and pure.
The effort she put into building her chest muscles was far more valuable than any reward Xiao Huai could have given her.
Chu Jinjin said seriously, "Alright, let's not talk about this for now. I promise you, I won't touch anyone else in the future—I'm planning to go to the Wang family."
Even Zhan Qin couldn't keep up: "The Wang family?"
Xiao Huai's reward came too quickly, and Chu Jinjin didn't explain Wang Ruoxiang's matter in detail.
Now that we've subdued them, we should use them.
She had planned to make the trip anyway.
It's so satisfying to have a once-powerful enemy obey your orders; it would be a shame not to personally go and slap them in the face.
The Wang family was originally a prominent family, and now they have produced a concubine, making them one of the most influential families in the capital. They should have a way to deal with Xiao Huai.
Zhan Qin nodded thoughtfully: "That is indeed a solution."
After saying that, his expression turned serious and he said solemnly, "I also have something to tell Jinjin. The Wang family is not that simple. Wang Ruoxiang is just going with the flow. Without the Wang family's help, she could not have become a Noble Consort."
"Wang Ruoxiang has an older brother, born out of wedlock. In his early years, he was not valued by the family and went to the border as a deputy general. In just a few years, he was promoted to General of the Cavalry based on his outstanding military achievements."
Chu Jinjin was shocked: "So powerful? As expected of a prestigious family."
Zhan Qin frowned: "He's back."
Like the male protagonist in a novel, Wang Ruoxiang, the half-brother, rose against all odds after being abandoned by his family. If things had gone according to plan, he would have become a handsome man in no time.
But at this time, Consort Wang gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl.
She is a top contender to become empress.
Military power has always been a double-edged sword.
He used to be Wang Ruoxiang's helper. With such a powerful brother, the emperor had to pay attention to him, and the other concubines had to avoid his sharp edge. But now that he was vying for the empress's position, he had become someone the emperor was wary of.
Therefore, citing his long absence from home as the reason, he requested to resign and return home.
As expected, after the emperor persuaded him several times, he finally granted his request.
Zhan Qin said, word by word, "I haven't met this person many times, but I've heard that he has extremely high martial arts talent, and even the top martial arts champion can't last more than a few moves against him."
Chu Jinjin was shocked again: "Even the martial arts champion isn't good enough?"
This is nothing like the people she beat up before.
The title of martial arts champion is earned step by step through hard work, just like the imperial examination, where the winner is the last one out of tens of thousands of people.
Of course, Chu Jinjin wasn't afraid. A real life-or-death struggle was a different matter, and some truly powerful individuals might not participate.
But this person was able to defeat the martial arts champion, so he must at least have the skills of Jie Du.
Even excessive.
“The Wang family never imagined they would fall into such a state.” Zhan Qin smiled, extremely proud. “Others are easy to deal with, but you have Wang Ruoxiang’s weakness and have caught Xiao Huai’s eye. With just one word, the entire Wang family can be exiled.”
Chu Jinjin continued, "The best way is for me to die."
With her dead, the Wang family is no longer a threat.
She would have done the same.
Zhan Qin suddenly felt a little discouraged: "Unfortunately, my skills are too rudimentary to protect Jinjin."
"No problem, I can protect myself, and I can protect you too." Chu Jinjin patted his shoulder heartily, like an older brother to his underling. "In that case, I should definitely make the trip and meet this person. By the way, what's his name?"
Zhan Qin looked at the hand on his shoulder: "Wang Guangchen."
Chu Jinjin cracked her knuckles and said with a smile, "Let this Wang Guangchen know whose fist is bigger."
The best defense is offense.
Fortunately, Zhan Qin knew.
There is such a dangerous person, who has just returned from the military. He is like a time bomb, and he might strike at any time.
There are even more ways.
Her own mother, her grandfather, or any member of the Wang family were all her weaknesses.
Having guarded the frontier for many years and coming from such a background, one would expect him to be decisive and ruthless.
Just as she thought.
The Wang family.
After hearing what the servant said, Wang Heng, the head of the Wang family, said with a grim face: "The Emperor is going to empty the Imperial Treasury, huh? Heh, he's really serious."
Wang Ruoxiang's so-called surrender was, of course, only out of necessity.
The real plan is to keep Chu Jinjin calm for now, and then find a way to get rid of her.
Whether she was chosen by the Emperor to be made Empress, or she held such a huge handle against the Wang family, Chu Jinjin had to die.
Wang Heng turned his head, his expression suddenly softening: "Chen'er, what do you think is the best course of action?"
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