After chatting with Xiaoqi for a while, Ange felt relieved. Xiaoqi's thinking became more agile after its upgrade, and its ideas were getting closer and closer to her own, so Ange was no longer worried that it would be easily deceived.
The sudden appearance of a strange-looking person in the inn initially caused quite a stir.
Although they had always known that the shopkeeper was no ordinary person, and even those around her might not be human, the sudden sight of non-human creatures still caused considerable panic.
Fortunately, thanks to the groundwork laid by "Journey to the West," they gradually accepted Hogg's image over time. When they learned that Hogg was a master foundry specially recruited by the shopkeeper and would soon be in charge of the foundry workshop, their panic turned into surprise and curiosity.
To them, isn't casting just something a blacksmith does? What abilities could a master foundry have?
With this in mind, everyone had even greater expectations for the foundry.
With the influence of the Jingshi Chamber of Commerce, where Feng Jinghan and Yunmo belong, the Xianyuan Inn has become extremely attractive to people in the capital.
If Huaixi City weren't the fiefdom of Prince Duan, and if this weren't a crucial stage in the struggle for the throne, going to Prince Duan's fiefdom might be seen as taking sides, and some powerful figures in the capital would have already gone to inns to experience a life of luxury.
Those who had clearly sided with Prince Duan did not have such worries. As soon as the New Year was over, they set off for the Immortal Inn.
Inside the Zhenbei Duke's mansion, Bai Yurou wielded her spear with great skill and power, completing a set of spear techniques without breaking a sweat.
After soaking in the sacred spring so many times at the inn, my skin, which had been roughened by the northwest winds and sand, has now become fair and smooth. At first glance, I am even more beautiful than those pampered noble ladies.
The Crown Princess was very pleased with her daughter's outstanding appearance. Just as she was about to speak, her eyes swept over the spear in Bai Yurou's hand, and she almost spat out a mouthful of blood.
"Yu Rou, how many times have I told you this isn't the capital? Don't bring your Northwest ways here. Why won't you listen?"
They had finally found a scholarly family to marry into, and the deal was almost finalized. It would have been one thing if she hadn't disagreed and made a scene, but she actually dared to run away from home. If it weren't for Prince Duan sending a message, his daughter's reputation would have been ruined.
Thinking of this, the Crown Princess felt a pang of heartache. She used to be one of the two beauties of the capital, how did she end up raising a tomboy?
Seeing her mother frowning, Bai Yurou knew she was about to be scolded again, so she quickly pleaded, "Mother, I'm just practicing at home, aren't I? Besides, those noble ladies pointing fingers at me are just jealous and envious. Why should I pay them any attention?"
Bai Yurou couldn't help but curl her lip at the mention of those so-called noble ladies. Don't think she didn't know how anxious those people were after seeing the changes in her appearance; they were just envious that she could stay at the Immortal Fate Inn for so long.
Seeing Bai Yurou's disdainful look, the Crown Princess sighed inwardly. She had seen through it all; her tomboyish nature couldn't be changed. Oh well, if she liked wielding weapons, so be it. If Prince Duan ascended the throne, she wasn't worried about her silly daughter being bullied.
"You!" The Crown Princess tapped Bai Yurou's forehead helplessly. "If it weren't for Prince Duan pleading for you, your grandfather would have broken your legs."
"Hehe, Grandpa keeps saying he wants to go to the Fairy Inn every day. I can speak up for the innkeeper, so he won't have the heart to hit me."
The Crown Princess's eyes lit up with longing at the mention of the Fairy Inn. Her daughter had brought her several sets of cosmetics this time, and she had already noticed a significant difference after using them for only a few days.
She had heard her daughter talk about the inn many times, but unfortunately she returned to Beijing this year, otherwise she would have definitely wanted to experience it herself.
"Stay put and behave yourself before leaving Beijing. You can see your manager after you leave."
Bai Yurou smiled and agreed, then breathed a sigh of relief after her mother left.
She calculated the time; Yunmo should have returned to the capital by now. Why hadn't she heard a word from him? It was a pity that her cousin was at a crucial time, and she dared not do anything out of line. Otherwise, she would have already left the manor to confront him.
"Hmph, Yun Xiaohei, you just wait, I'll definitely not let you off the hook next time we meet!"
Yunmo, who was constantly nagged by Bai Yurou, didn't have a peaceful New Year either. Although his father and stepmother had lost power, they were still naturally a cut above him in terms of status, so even if they did something outrageous, he couldn't really do anything to them.
"What is my good father planning to do this time?"
The servant hesitated for a moment before replying, "Master said he wants to go to Zuixianlou and is demanding money."
"Ha, he's so old and still has no shame. Call the clan chief here. Since I, as his son, can't control him, let someone else discipline him. Oh, and send someone to keep an eye on that mother and son. Report back immediately if anything happens."
After the servants left, Yun Mo calmly took a sip of tea. His previous methods had been too mild, giving them hope. Since they still wouldn't behave, he wouldn't hesitate to be ruthless.
He glanced in the direction of the Duke of Zhenbei's mansion, his mind in turmoil. He had made a secret deal with Prince Duan, and perhaps he could even gain merit in supporting the new emperor in the future, but so what? He was, after all, just a businessman.
In the Qianqing Hall of the Daye Imperial Palace, Emperor Fengzhao sat majestically on the dragon throne, exuding authority without anger.
"Han'er, rumors of a place of immortals are circulating all over the capital. Is this true?"
Feng Jinghan met Emperor Feng Zhao’s oppressive gaze directly and said, “Your Majesty, everything the people say is true. The rumors are not even one-tenth as true as those in that place.”
Emperor Feng Zhao gazed at Feng Jinghan's transformed appearance, a surge of excitement welling within him. He was already past fifty, his youth fading, and emperors throughout history had sought the elixir of immortality. If immortals truly existed, then he…
But why would an immortal descend upon Prince Duan's fiefdom, especially since it's said they have a harmonious relationship? He looked at his only legitimate son, a complex expression flashing in his eyes.
"Since the immortal has bestowed upon you the superior seeds and the best methods, you should make good use of them. Once the superior seeds have been successfully cultivated, I will reward you."
Feng Jinghan bowed his head in agreement, yet there was not a trace of intimacy between father and son.
Emperor Feng Zhao waved for Feng Jinghan to leave, then sat wearily on the dragon throne. Han'er must be holding a grudge against him!
Emperors are often wary, so how could he possibly allow the Bai family army to become so powerful and command such absolute obedience within the military? But now that General Bai has voluntarily relinquished his military power, it is undoubtedly a resounding slap in the face to him.
Thinking of Qian Jiajun's actions, Emperor Feng Zhao's eyes sharpened. Although he didn't want to admit it, it seemed that he had really made a mistake.
"Your Majesty, Consort Qian requests an audience."
"not see!"
Emperor Fengzhao was troubled by the Qian family's recent actions and also somewhat dissatisfied with Consort Qian. He favored Consort Qian partly to support the Qian family, and partly because she was unassuming and unassuming, like a chrysanthemum.
"As serene as a chrysanthemum?" Emperor Feng Zhao sneered. This selection of an heir had given him quite a show.
Chief Eunuch Li De, seeing the capricious emperor, lowered his head even further. The Imperial Concubine assumed His Majesty was troubled by the matter of choosing an heir, but she hadn't anticipated that this was also part of His Majesty's strategy.
Now that the game is about to end, the Imperial Concubine is probably in for a rough time.
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