"Then I really thank Your Majesty for coming to inform me."
"What's there to thank me for? I must come tomorrow and watch how that person loses to me, hahahaha."
Qi Peng's face turned cold, and he still looked indifferent, but when he saw Zhao Xin's expression, he smiled: "How can you say that I lost to your majesty? I think this young master Chu will definitely be able to grab the white jade chessboard."
"That's not necessarily true. You have to work hard to get it. Besides, I heard something a few days ago. I wonder if you're interested."
Qi Peng was a little curious, and finally listened to him continue.
"It's about the incident in the city a few days ago. I don't want you to interfere."
When this matter was mentioned, Qi Peng smiled stiffly.
Isn't this the same thing that happened a few days ago when he lost all those beauties? Zhao Xin is clearly pretending to be stupid while being clever.
But now there is a problem. Qi Peng cannot openly say that he is the mastermind behind the event, as this will easily get him into trouble.
"So what kind of waves has it caused now?"
"It really caused quite a stir, and the people in the city were in an uproar. It would have been fine if these people had just lost their daughters and families, but the thieves were so arrogant that they even left an equal amount of money at the door. These boxes of gold and silver made them afraid to report to the authorities."
"Since you said you wouldn't report it to the authorities, then how did you know about it, Your Majesty?"
"If you don't report it to the authorities, what about the thirty-odd civilians who created such a big incident in the city? Don't play dumb. You arrested that group of people before and pretended I didn't see you!"
I'm afraid that Qi Peng has some problems in his brain. Xiao Chenzi had already found the trace of the woman in this hideout before, but although this was a joke, it was not clear whether these women were from the Qin Dynasty or the Eastern Wu.
If it was the group of people from Dongwu, he would not be able to control even the princesses and concubines brought by Qi Peng. But if it was from his own country, he would have to take care of it.
I had forgotten about this matter because I was busy with the Go event. Who would have thought it would become such a big deal?
I gave you a chance to deal with it privately, but you didn't use it. Now that it's become a big deal, everyone in Beijing wants an explanation. Don't blame me for not letting you go. After all, the pressure from above is not small.
So now naturally everything has come to light.
But I still can't find out who is above it.
"Tell me, how do you thank me?"
Qi Peng hurried over and told the people behind him to quickly put the boxes in place. The boxes were thick and heavy, and they were inlaid with circles of agate, which looked particularly eye-catching.
"I brought these things here specially. Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness. As for the beauties, please feel free to choose any!"
When I turned around again, I saw more than 30 exotic beauties standing outside the hall. They had enchanting figures and charming clothes. Only the robes on their bodies blocked the only bit of spring breeze.
"Your Majesty, I have invested heavily in you this time. I have found several appraisers from the Eastern Wu region and have searched for beauties from the entire region for you."
Without power or influence, she was at the mercy of others. Besides, she had given some money to his family, so she wasn't afraid of the people behind him causing trouble. She had already signed the indenture, which cut off her escape route.
"That's it?"
She was dressed quite nicely... If it was him before, he might have been tempted, but nowadays, everyone has seen some romance, so it seems that he doesn't like women like this.
"Your Majesty, this is an unrivaled beauty. This woman is considered to be one of the best in Dongwu, and is also considered to be very beautiful."
"I'm sorry, I don't like that woman. Take her back when you go back. I only want this box of gold and silver treasures."
"And if you make it into the top three, I'll reward you with a box of gold, silver, and jewelry. I was thinking of taking it from the national treasury, but since you've offered it to me, there's no reason for me to refuse."
That was his refusal. Who would really think about what Zhao Xin meant by this? Since he didn't want it, forcing it on him would be rude.
Then can't he just ask for it...
It is rumored in the world that the Crown Prince of Dongwu is a bit lustful. But seeing him today, it is not just lustful, it is obvious that he is obsessed with sex and desire... But a lustful person will not eat leftovers, he will have to eat the first bite.
"Then just call those people away. Also, the results are out. Your Master Chu died young after coming in second place, and the one who came in first was too strong. So the white jade chessboard was given to the old woman who came in first place. If you want it, just go and ask."
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Isn't it obvious that they want to embarrass him? No matter how weak he is, he can't threaten an old woman. But this old woman is strong. She can break through the siege of young people and win the first place.
"I think I'm not the only one who's curious, so Your Majesty, could you please reveal that person's true identity or name?"
This old woman ran a grocery store in the capital, and even Zhao Xin hadn't expected her to be so good at chess. He'd previously believed himself to be the ultimate in the world, and when even Mr. Zhuge couldn't beat him, he grew even more arrogant.
But he didn't expect to be slapped in the face. The woman was not that strong, but she was able to fight him three times on equal terms. Each time, she relied on the whole chessboard, and in the end she only won hastily.
These three hard-fought games were long.
"Well, I will give you the first-class reward now. There is no need to fight for it now. I will give it to this old man on my own initiative!"
There was a commotion from the crowd, all wondering why the first-prize white jade chessboard had been given away. Zhao Xin raised his head and merely offered his seat symbolically, his attitude cold and indifferent.
"You can do it if you can. Are you doubting my ability, someone I've tested?"
Who would dare to deny this? If he did, it would be like slapping Zhao Xin in the face. After all, no one has ever been able to escape from Zhao Xin's chess skills over the years.
"Of course we wouldn't dare to do that. But we're definitely not happy that the first prize was awarded to an old woman!"
"Yes, we are not convinced. Why? Your Majesty, please at least take a look at our chess skills. Your Majesty, although you are an old woman, if that's the case, we can also call our eighty-year-old mother..."
"When did I allow you to be so presumptuous? Is it because I haven't come to punish you for a long time or what? Now you are so arrogant that you don't even take me seriously!"
Naturally, this group of people cowered like quails. This person leaned back and said nothing. Since Zhao Xin had said so, they decided not to argue.
"The top five will receive rewards, and those who place sixth to twentieth will receive rewards for the rest. I will definitely not treat any of you unfairly. Come, I will present the golden lamp and the white jade chessboard to you!"
"As for the rest, I will give you twenty rolls of silk and a jade pendant!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
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