The next morning at court, things unfolded in a way that was both as Shang Changze had predicted and somewhat different.
Murong Yu led his men to harass Shang Rui, but before Shang Rui could even retaliate, he was met with a severe scolding and reprimand from Emperor Mingde.
Shang Rui was shocked, and the others were even more shocked.
Not only that,
Emperor Mingde also demanded that Shang Rui send Ge Yunshu to the palace after the court session so that he could personally interrogate him and execute him immediately afterward.
No matter how Shang Rui pleaded for Ge Yunshu, it was to no avail. In fact, he was scolded by Emperor Mingde for pleading, and the scolding was extremely harsh.
On that day,
The story of Emperor Mingde's two scathing rebukes of Shang Rui spread among the people, which somewhat salvaged Emperor Mingde's reputation.
The doubts about Shang Rui persisted, but the criticism gradually subsided.
Ultimately, the attempt to recruit the people failed and did not cause any substantial harm to the lives of ordinary citizens.
Today, the Dali Temple posted another notice announcing the death of the group of heinous criminals from Gejiazhuang.
The people were delighted and began to discuss it, and the fact that a prince had made a mistake was no longer so important.
Upon hearing this news, Shang Changge didn't hesitate to give Emperor Mingde a thumbs up: "6!"
He scolded Shang Rui twice.
He could easily quell the discontent of the civil and military officials and the common people, and also salvage his reputation as an emperor.
Emperor Mingde's methods were truly brilliant.
Qingyao: ……
Qingyao couldn't understand why the Emperor had resolved the situation they had gone to so much trouble to create. It was one thing for the princess not to be upset, but...
How could she possibly praise the Emperor? But she dared not ask and could only ask other questions.
"Princess, will the Emperor really execute Ge Yunshu?"
Shang Changge glanced at Qingyao meaningfully, then picked up a crystal-clear, seedless green grape and popped it into his mouth before jokingly saying:
"Does Qingyao want to know, or does Michan want to know?"
Qingyao hesitated for a moment before honestly saying, "It's Sister Michan."
"Sister Mi Chan said that she always felt that the look Ge Yunshu gave her when the Third Prince took her away that day was very strange."
Moreover, Sister Mi Chan guessed that Ge Yunshu was that little girl from back then.
"Sister Mi Chan said that if possible, she would like to see Ge Yunshu and ask him if he knows the whereabouts of her brother."
Shang Changge stretched, seemingly uninterested in the topic.
Putting down the fishing rod and then continuing, waiting for the fish to bite—that's the fun of fishing. He rose from the armchair...
Before leaving, he answered Qingyao's question in a casual voice.
"Don't worry, Ge Yunshu won't die."
Ge Yunshu inherited her father Ge Wuming's talent and possessed exceptional aptitude for the production and use of poisons.
He was one of the top poison masters in the martial arts world. It would be strange if the old emperor really killed such a talented person.
Which ruler wouldn't appreciate talented and extraordinary individuals?
She liked it too, but as a princess, she had no real power except for her prestigious and glamorous status, though she was rich.
There is so much money, an unbelievable amount!
Once she finds the right channels, she can select and buy a whole group of people who belong entirely to her.
We can't rely on Xiao Qingyao alone, we can't do it! Tsk.
Evening, dusk.
Xiao Ji returned to the capital from the military camp outside the city. Because of the incident where the little rascal complained about him for not shaving last time, he wasn't in a hurry to go to the princess's residence.
Instead, he planned to return home to bathe, change clothes, and tidy himself up before seeing Shang Changge, but...
When Xiao Ji saw Shang Changge standing smilingly outside the mansion gate waiting for him from afar, he was completely surprised.
The unexpected experience left me with mixed feelings.
He raised his whip and the horse quickly stopped at the gate of the mansion. He jumped off the horse and strode over to Shang Changge without looking to the side.
He can spout scathing remarks without batting an eye, and he makes no attempt to hide the fact that others are also involved.
"At this moment, the princess seemed like a young wife waiting for her husband to return home."
Shang Changge's beautiful eyes gleamed with cunning, and the flirtatious words she uttered were even more explosive than Xiao Ji's: "Husband."
...
The entire somber and solemn general's mansion fell silent because of Shang Changge's husband's outspoken and unforgiving words.
Whether it was the Deadly Gang behind Shang Changge, or the Soul Chaser who dismounted a step later after returning from the military camp with Xiao Ji,
First, they all widened their eyes, then their eyes darted back and forth between their two masters.
The princess called the general her husband! The princess called the general her husband!
Judging from the general's reaction, this must be the first time the princess has called the general "husband"!
Judging from the general's reaction, this must be the first time the princess has called the general "husband"!
good!
So what will happen and what will the two masters say next?
Xiao Ji: "Yes, Madam."
A group of people who were watching the drama online were so engrossed that their eyes widened even more, and they were almost shouting "Ahhhhhh!": "Very good, very good!"
And then? And then?
And then nothing more. All the initial emotions Xiao Ji had felt upon hearing the word "husband" vanished, and he asked in a calm tone:
"The princess doesn't visit unless she has a reason. What brings her to my residence this time?"
Shang Changge: "There really is something..."
The two walked into the mansion while talking, leaving a group of onlookers bewildered in the howling, chilly autumn wind.
No, my lords, what... what's going on...?
Shouldn't there be something else? At the very least, something to say... They still want to see and hear more, they're so eager...
They can think what they want, but Xiao Jishang and Changge have no desire to be treated like monkeys being watched.
They walked hand in hand, seemingly oblivious to the group of single people.
As night fell, the crescent moon rose and the stars twinkled.
In the middle area to the left of the south street of the capital, there is a very secluded alley with an old locust tree growing there.
The alley is neither too big nor too small. Because there are quite a few residents living nearby, all sorts of shops are located in this alley.
Breakfast shops, general stores, blacksmith shops, rice shops, liquor stores...
These are all ordinary shops, selling everyday necessities for ordinary people; there's nothing particularly special about them.
Can,
Beneath this unremarkable alley lies another world: the Ghost Market.
The "ghost market" is simply a trading point.
They sell things that can't or are difficult to sell outside, things that can't be brought to light.
Therefore, no one who enters the ghost market, whether seller or buyer, will show their true face.
You can enter the ghost market in any form you like, except for your true appearance. The most common way is to dress up as a demon or monster.
Shang Changge: "Ghost Market".
Shang Changge, dressed as a monster, and Xiao Ji, also dressed as a monster, walked side by side on the streets of the ghost market.
While finding everything in the new world fascinating, he unconsciously murmured the words "ghost market" and turned to ask Xiao Ji.
"Old demon, if this is a ghost market, why does it close earlier than the rest of the market?"
Despite Shang Changge's constant barrage of questions, the old demon Xiao Ji showed no impatience, patiently explaining and retorting once again:
"Little demon, because many people live not far from here."
Unlike the busiest part of South Street, making too much noise at night would easily give us away.
Shang Changge was being incredibly curious tonight: "Then why didn't the Ghost Market choose a bustling location underneath? That way, we could do business day and night."
There's no curfew outside; they can stay open as long as they want.
Xiao Ji took Shang Changge's hand and said, "There are more soldiers patrolling the streets in lively places, but it's quieter and more convenient for people to come and go in places like this."
Shang Changge's voice rose at the end as she suddenly realized something, and she said "Oh!" This time she was very obedient, taking the initiative to interlock her fingers with General Xiao's.
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