Chapter 527: That looks like our lord! [Requesting monthly votes]
Are you kidding me?
Xun Zhen frowned seriously, his brow arches slightly raised.
The ease he had just shown on his face was gone.
He had just learned an utterly absurd secret from several colleagues—rather than believing the secret, he was more inclined to believe that these ill-intentioned colleagues were conspiring to make fun of him.
Of the group, Kang Shi had the best relationship with him.
He shook his head: "Hanzhang, it's true."
Trying to let Xun Zhen see the sincerity in her eyes: "Our lord is indeed a genuine woman."
Xun Zhen maintained his unchanged expression.
Kang Shi recalled his own feelings when he suddenly learned the truth and could completely empathize with him. He comforted him, saying, "Even so, it's not a big problem. Didn't you do a good job, my lord? Your magnanimity, methods, and wisdom are all excellent."
It's just that the gender was unexpected.
What's so shocking about that?
On the bright side, once their lord grows up and becomes knowledgeable about human affairs, and has offspring, they won't have to worry about the children's bloodline.
There is absolutely no question of confusing bloodlines.
What are the side effects of cultivating both literary and martial arts skills?
That's not a problem either.
The lord's body is stronger than several oxen, and her destiny is exceptionally strong, which at least proves that she is not destined to die young.
There's no need to worry about your business failing halfway through.
Kang Shi's earnest advice was no match for Qi Shan's cold snort, and Xun Zhen immediately turned his head and glared at him.
Qi Shan remained calm and composed, even retorting provocatively, "A business empire built on nothing but the manhood between your legs?"
Whether Shen Tang is male or female is not important.
This world reveres the strong.
Scholars with literary talent and warriors with martial prowess are undoubtedly at the pinnacle. If Shen Tang were just an ordinary person, the problem would be truly serious.
Xun Zhen's face turned slightly pale from being stung by Qi Shan's words.
After a long pause, he hissed, "Vulgar!"
Who talked to Qi Shan about that thing?
He had lived for decades and had never seen or even considered the possibility of a female writer. To suddenly learn of such a person's existence, especially since she was his newly chosen superior, shouldn't he be surprised? This wicked schemer is adept at sowing discord!
His opinion of Qi Shan instantly overshadowed his shock at Shen Tang's gender, and for a moment he had no time to ponder why Shen Tang, as a woman, would have literary talent. In fact, with his keen mind, if he calmed down and thought about it, he could guess the answer pretty accurately.
Seeing Xun Zhen compose himself and continue working, Qi Shan appeared calm and fearless, but in reality, she breathed a slight sigh of relief.
He was also quite worried that Xun Hanzhang wouldn't be able to accept it.
If, in a fit of anger, he were to turn and leave...
This could become a major threat in the future.
but--
Of all the unconventional scholars, how many are truly law-abiding? While not necessarily rebellious by nature, they are at least inherently unrestrained. Of course, Shen Tang's advance payment of his fortune was also a reason that moved Xun Zhen.
A person who is willing to endure hardship for the sake of the common people under his rule is a rare find, even with a lantern.
Qi Shan's worries will not come true at all.
Shen Tang was unaware of this incident after she left. Following Qi Shan's advice, she went to the martial arts arena to find Xu Quan and the others. The scholars were too shrewd; teasing them wasn't as interesting as teasing the martial artists.
The training ground was a temporary military camp set up outside the city.
Relying on the prefect's seal, Shen Tang swaggered unimpeded towards the training grounds. Even before he got close, he could hear the cheers and shouts of the soldiers. Judging by the time, the routine training had already ended; they were probably sparring now…
Because most of the troops had been mobilized to prepare for spring plowing, there weren't many people left in the camp. The vast drill ground was only sparsely populated with soldiers watching from twos and threes. Shen Tang didn't even need to squeeze in; she could easily find a good spot to observe the battle below.
It was less of a friendly exchange...
It's more accurate to describe it as a one-sided brutal beating.
Some unlucky fellow was being tossed around by Xu Quan, who was shirtless, sometimes lifted high, sometimes slammed down. He rolled from the northeast corner of the training ground to the southwest corner, eating dust the whole way. But this unfortunate fellow was quite persistent; even with his head swollen like a pig's, he could still get up and keep going.
Until he was completely exhausted and could no longer get up.
Xu Quan had a flamboyant style.
They won so easily and still had the nerve to cheer in front of the crowd.
Shen Tang's bright new clothes made her stand out even in a crowd, and Xu Quan was immediately drawn to her. The training ground was dusty, and the distance was considerable, so he could only make out her general shape. His initial assessment was that she was a pretty and beautiful young woman.
The other person is also looking at me.
She even waved!
then--
"call out--"
Xu Quan whistled loudly in Shen Tang's direction.
If he weren't shirtless and penniless, he would have surely picked up a sachet and tossed it over to reciprocate the lady's affection.
As for why there were women at the military training ground,
This is quite normal. The main camp already has an elite female force, including Lingde and Commandant Shaoxuan. Perhaps one of the women in the camp is off duty today and has come out for a stroll in a new outfit. As a result, the whistles have become louder and more cheerful.
Shen Tang: "..."
Xu Quan's opponent, Tu Rong, who always got beaten up when he tried to challenge someone of a higher level, covered his bruised eyes and cheeks, vaguely feeling that the woman's figure was familiar. Before he could say anything, Xu Quan laughed and put his arm around his shoulder: "It's not about you. A woman's gaze always follows the strongest and the victor."
Tu Rong slapped his hand away impatiently.
If you're looking to die, don't drag him down with you.
"Are you still angry about the truth?" Xu Quan slapped his chest muscles loudly and said, "I'm not trying to discourage you, but strength is the charm of a martial artist! You're young, and you're still a long way from being admired by girls. Don't be too ambitious..."
It's normal that no girls are paying attention now.
Tu Rong barely opened his less swollen eye and silently looked at Xu Quan, while Xu Quan did not sense the approaching danger.
Xu Quan laughed and said, "You don't believe me?"
Tu Rong asked expressionlessly, "Believe what?"
"Force is the charm of a warrior!"
A hint of reminiscence appeared on Xu Quan's face.
Her eyes brightened slightly, showing considerable longing.
"This thing can not only attract the admiration of women, but also make men follow suit. For example, I was captivated by General Gongxi's charm the moment I saw him, and I wished I could become his follower... Alas, it's a pity you've never seen him..."
He believed that any martial artist who had seen Gong Xi Chou would be captivated by him—his beauty was unique in the world!
He was completely flawless!
Tu Rong shook his head: "I can't."
Gong Xichou is indeed very powerful.
Strength is strength, and charm is charm.
Let's skip following him; otherwise, we'll end up playing marbles together.
Xu Quan, unaware of the details, assumed that Tu Rong was too young to understand the gravity of the situation, and pressed down on his head in annoyance.
"You can't because you don't understand appreciation yet."
He's not even fully grown yet, what does he know about the "charm of a martial artist"?
“I don’t know anything about appreciation, but—” Tu Rong rolled his eyes, glancing at Shen Tang who was approaching, and said, “The person you whistled at just now seems to be the lord.”
"Nonsense! I only whistle at women."
As soon as the words fell—
Immediately following this was the lord's chilling warning: "You mustn't whistle at just anyone, Xu Wenshi!"
The voice was indeed that of the lord.
Turning my head—
But the person was not the lord.
His mouth moved faster than his brain, blurting out, "Hey, why does this young lady have the face of our lord?"
Shen Tang coldly smiled and conjured a familiar longsword.
He drew his sword and said, "Heh heh, you not only have your lord's face, but also your lord's skills!"
Xu Quan was still in a daze when Tu Rong, that little brat, had already slipped away as fast as he could, afraid of being caught in the crossfire of Shen Tang's anger.
He glanced at Tu Rong, then at his lord, and before he could even process what he'd just said, he added fuel to the fire: "My lord's women's attire is actually quite convincing; he doesn't even need Clerk Qi's help to disguise himself..."
Shen Tang gripped the hilt of her sword tightly.
Xu Quan then earnestly suggested, "However, although her color is beautiful, her figure is far inferior; we should still ask the registrar for help..."
The last word was left unsaid.
The lord's sword came piercing straight at us.
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