"Surprised?"
Qi Che walked over, followed her gaze and sneered, "In Youzhou City, the Third Prince's words are more effective than the imperial edict."
He deliberately used the whip to lift the carriage curtain so that Chu Qingluan could see clearly -
The granary, which was supposed to be guarded by the imperial garrison, was now manned by private soldiers in black armor. The imperial edict posted at the city gate had long been blurred by the erosion of wind and rain, and the words "The Third Prince's Edict" on the brand new red lacquer notice next to it were particularly eye-catching.
"Three years ago, this place was a frontier place where criminals were exiled."
There was a hint of sarcasm in Qi Che's voice, "Now? Even the beggars on the street know who to ask for food from."
Chu Qingluan's nails dug deeply into her palms.
She finally understood why Chu Hong had taken the initiative to propose to come to Youzhou City. He had already run this place into an iron-clad independent kingdom. The censors who were supposed to report directly to the emperor, as well as the local county magistrates and provincial governors, had probably already become Chu Hong's guests of honor.
After entering the city, Qi Che changed his previous low-key style and let the carriage drive around in the market in a swaggering manner.
Some patrolling soldiers would stop and nod to Qi Che when they saw him.
It can be seen that Yun Yan's face is equivalent to a pass in Youzhou City.
Soon, the carriage turned many corners and traveled for a while before finally stopping at a villa with an elegant environment.
Chu Qingluan looked up and saw a few large characters written in quick strokes on the door plaque - Langanju.
It implies Chu Hong's ambition and desire to take over the whole world.
"From today on, Your Highness the Princess will live here peacefully."
The vermilion lacquered door was soon opened from the inside, and a man who looked like a butler walked out, along with several maids in green dresses and several guards.
When the butler saw Qi Che, he hurriedly took the lead in bowing.
"Old servant Wang Zhong greets Master Yun."
The servants behind him also saluted.
Qi Che personally led Chu Qingluan into the main house, turned around and instructed Wang Zhong behind him:
"From today on, Her Highness will live here. Without my permission, no one is allowed to let her step out of this garden."
The butler nodded his head in response, then quickly left to make arrangements for the staff.
Soon, a little girl about fifteen or sixteen years old came in timidly, holding a tea tray in her hands, with wet eyes, as if she had just been scolded.
"Her name is Xiaotao, and she will be the one serving Your Highness from now on." Qi Che's lips curled slightly, without a trace of smile in his eyes.
"If your highness needs anything, just tell Xiaotao."
Thinking of something, he leaned forward slightly and said with a cold smile: "Your Highness is so precious, I believe you will not do such a stupid thing as running away. Of course, if Your Highness really has some thoughts that he shouldn't have——"
He suddenly grabbed the trembling Xiaotao and pinched her delicate neck, "This girl, and the old women who deliver meals to His Highness every day." He slowly tightened his fingers, and Xiaotao's face suddenly turned red.
"The lives of their entire family depend on your Highness's decision."
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