The Empress said earnestly, "Crown Prince, your methods are still insufficient."
These words infuriated the crown prince.
Wait, after I deal with Long Moyuan, I'll go back and tie up Feng Qingran.
What the hell?
If it weren't for the fact that she was a goddess, he wouldn't have bothered touching her; her appearance couldn't even compare to the maids in the Crown Prince's residence.
"Your Majesty, I understand."
"The Empress Dowager had a part in planning the matter of the Void Cave."
The prince's pupils widened.
The Empress patted his shoulder: "Your mother knows you can't bear to part with Princess An, and as it turns out, she truly deserves it. But if you want to attract outstanding people, you yourself must become even more outstanding. In the face of absolute strength, all schemes and plots are just paper tigers."
The crown prince, lacking confidence, replied: "Thank you for your guidance, Mother."
“Your Highness, you’ve grown up. You should tone down your temper. What you need to do is prove others wrong with your abilities, not just with superficial gestures.”
Even though the Crown Prince was reluctant to part with Feng Qingcheng, he made up his mind: "Mother, I am leaving the palace. During this time, I will go into seclusion to cultivate."
The Empress smiled and said, "Go ahead."
After the Crown Prince left, he secretly vowed that he would capture Feng Qingran and bring her to his residence for seclusion to cultivate with her. He refused to believe that his strength would not improve.
His mother's words, though seemingly meant to provoke him, were actually meant to help him.
The Empress Dowager also has her eye on Feng Qingcheng, but at the moment she has no way to compete with the Emperor's power.
It must be said that his mother's move really inspired him.
If you want to win Feng Qingcheng's heart, the only way is to become stronger.
On the way, the Crown Prince made a communication talisman for Feng Qingran, telling her to come to the Crown Prince's residence.
Feng Qingcheng probably guessed something, so she made a voice transmission talisman and said she was sick.
The Crown Prince's eyes narrowed dangerously. It seemed his mother was right; Feng Qingran had no intention of cultivating with him.
For whom did she remain chaste?
Long Moyuan?
Long Moyuan, you married my Qingcheng, but now the newly crowned goddess wants to stay with you?
You're such a good-for-nothing, how come you have such a strong luck with women?
The crown prince ordered his men to turn around and go to the general's residence.
He'll sleep with Feng Qingran soon, and he won't let her escape again!
After receiving her group's reward, Feng Qingcheng and Long Moyuan were summoned to the Imperial Study, while the other team members returned to the Prince An's residence.
Nanfeng, Jiang Yuebai, and Xiao Wangyou were all in the Imperial Study.
Long Moyuan gripped Feng Qingcheng's hand tightly, and gave anyone who dared to look at Feng Qingcheng a murderous glare.
Because the Emperor was present, none of them dared to act recklessly.
The atmosphere suddenly became extremely strange.
"Haha, the seventh prince and his wife are so loving." The emperor was the first to break the deadlock.
Feng Qingcheng could clearly feel Long Moyuan's fingers tightening, but even so, she still respectfully said to the Emperor, "Your subject has brought your beloved concubine to pay respects to Your Majesty."
Long Moyuan, does he hate the emperor?
But before this incredibly powerful man, he had no choice but to conceal his brilliance and submit to his authority. Even to gain his trust, he was willing to risk his life to protect him, even at the cost of his spiritual power.
If it weren't for his mother, how could this arrogant and overbearing man have tolerated it?
Seeing Long Moyuan like this made Feng Qingcheng feel sorry for him.
The Emperor was clearly pleased with Long Moyuan's attitude, smiling as he looked at him before finally turning to Feng Qingcheng: "Acheng has recovered quite well."
Feng Qingcheng smiled, somewhat proudly, and said, "Not bad. Restoring our former glory is just around the corner."
They really don't know how to restrain themselves at all.
The couple is equally awful.
Birds of a feather flock together!
The Emperor struggled to control himself and got straight to the point: "I have summoned you here today to discuss the legend of the treasure map with you."
The Emperor's words immediately piqued the interest of the group.
Treasure maps? They're just legends.
The Emperor said solemnly, "The treasure map of the Five Continents has been passed down for ten thousand years. For ten thousand years, our Longtai has never given up searching for the treasure map. It is because of this that we have finally moved God and found a fragment."
It's actually true?
Everyone was stunned.
The Emperor continued, "If the treasure truly exists, we must find the complete fragments before other countries and obtain the treasure."
Everyone was excited, especially Feng Qingcheng, whose eyes sparkled with excitement.
That's wonderful! God is kind to her; she can go back to her old profession.
"I have decided to establish a new Star Dream Team, appointing Feng Qingcheng as its captain. You few will become her team members and go with her to find the treasure."
The group exclaimed excitedly, "Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty!"
Except for Long Moyuan, everyone's face was filled with excitement.
"Does the seventh prince have other ideas?" the emperor asked with a smile.
Long Moyuan pursed his thin lips and finally said, "Father, Acheng's cultivation is still shallow, and he is not capable of shouldering such a heavy responsibility."
The emperor's smile froze instantly.
Fearing that the Emperor was deliberately setting a trap for Long Moyuan, Feng Qingcheng quickly said, "Your Majesty, don't listen to this guy's nonsense. I love treasure hunting the most. My talent for treasure hunting is even better than my talent for alchemy."
“Acheng.” Long Moyuan gripped her hand tightly. “Don’t say anything nonsense in front of Father Emperor.”
"I didn't," Feng Qingcheng pouted, dissatisfied.
My sister is going treasure hunting, and nothing can stop me.
Long Moyuan said urgently, "Father, Acheng is really not suitable for treasure hunting. Please withdraw your imperial order."
After Jiang Yuebai and the others realized what was happening, their initial excitement disappeared, replaced by worry for Feng Qingcheng.
Jiang Yuebai spoke first: "Your Majesty, my rank is too low, and I am afraid I will fail to live up to Your Majesty's good intentions."
Nanfeng said, "Yes, Your Majesty, with my level of cultivation, I'm afraid I'd be killed before I even left the palace. How could I possibly find treasure?"
Xiao Wangyou said, "Your Majesty, my poison skills are nothing compared to those of Princess An. As for treasure hunting, I am truly clueless."
Hmph, have they all rebelled?
The emperor was clearly displeased.
"Your Majesty, please don't be angry. They may not be good enough, but I am. I can always pick new players myself. These guys are too weak; I don't want any of them."
Feng Qingcheng's words made everyone want to tear her apart!
Couldn't someone as smart as her tell that they were trying to save her?
Why was she so eager to rush up and die?
Even Long Moyuan tried his best to pull her along, but she ignored him.
The Emperor's mood finally improved. He narrowed his eyes and coldly swept them over the crowd: "So many men are not as good as one woman. What use are you to me? Just do as A-Cheng said and reorganize her team."
These words made everyone anxious.
The Emperor is angry.
"Your Majesty, I was just joking."
"Your Majesty, I believe our strength can be further enhanced."
"Your Majesty, I happen to want to learn about poisons from Princess An."
Hmph, you think you can mess with me? Who do you think you are?
The Emperor looked at Long Moyuan with a smug expression.
He deliberately gathered all his rivals together.
If this guy puts all his energy into dealing with his love rival, how can he possibly have the energy to rebel against him?
"What does the seventh brother think?"
Long Moyuan pursed his lips, insisting on his opinion: "Acheng is not suitable."
Good grief, he doesn't give him any face at all because of a woman.
He's been acting obedient and well-behaved in front of me all these years, but he can't keep up the act anymore, can he?
The emperor was so angry that he blew his beard and glared: "Then I'll remove you from the team and make room for the crown prince."
Wow, that's exciting!
Even Feng Qingcheng couldn't help but give the Emperor a thumbs up.
Long Moyuan's face immediately darkened.
Feng Qingcheng was afraid that he would lose control of himself, so she quickly gave him a hint, then pinched Long Moyuan hard, and said to the Emperor, "Your Majesty, I am newly married to the Prince, and being separated from him will affect my ability to find treasures. I have thought about it and decided to bring him with me, since I cannot live without him."
When Feng Qingcheng said this, everyone stared at her with wide eyes.
Qingcheng, how can you be so shameless?
Waaah, do we still have a chance?
Feng Qingcheng blushed and hid in Long Moyuan's arms.
Upon hearing this, the Emperor laughed heartily: "In that case, the Star Dream Team is settled. Rest assured, I will send the Royal Guard's most elite team to protect you."
There are guards too?
That's good.
The Emperor personally led a group of people to see the fragment map.
After overcoming numerous obstacles, we finally arrived at a mysterious little room.
In the center of the room, in an exquisite box, lay a piece of animal hide lying quietly.
The emperor took out the animal hide, and the pattern embroidered on it looked very familiar.
Feng Qingcheng realized that these fragments were the pattern she had pieced together from the five small fragments she had collected during her adventure.
The Emperor smiled and asked, "Does this seem familiar?"
Feng Qingcheng nodded, while the others shook their heads.
That fragment task was completed only by Feng Qingcheng's group. After she pieced the fragments together, she casually tossed them into her spatial storage, and her little piggy treasured them.
The Emperor explained, "I intervened in the final five stages of the competition, and the result is obvious: Acheng is the chosen treasure hunter."
Everyone suddenly realized why they could always find treasures no matter what task they chose, and why they even complained that the gatekeeper was lazy. It turned out that the emperor was behind it all.
It seems they've targeted the wrong person.
The Emperor handed several fake images to the group: "These are patterns I had drawn. Keep them for now; they will help you in your treasure hunt. I will send someone to retrieve each fragment you collect. The hopes of the nation rest on your shoulders. I hope you will not disappoint me."
Holding the heavy picture of the counterfeit, everyone felt the weight of responsibility on their shoulders.
Long Moyuan frowned, trying hard to control himself. He was afraid that in a fit of anger he would destroy the shards in his hand.
After leaving the secret chamber, the Emperor kept Feng Qingcheng behind alone.
Long Moyuan was afraid that the emperor might harm her, so he looked at her worriedly and said, "Acheng, be careful. If anything happens, call for help immediately."
Feng Qingcheng patted his hand: "You wait patiently outside the study. Don't worry, I'll be fine."
When only Feng Qingcheng remained in the Imperial Study, the Emperor took out the piece of animal hide map.
Feng Qingcheng looked at him with a puzzled expression.
"Ah Cheng, keep this fragment for you."
Feng Qingcheng took the fragment, her heart filled with ecstatic joy.
Counterfeits can never replace genuine products.
Overwhelmed with emotion, she looked at the Emperor and asked, "Is Your Majesty planning to make me sacrifice myself?"
The Emperor shook his head: "No, no, the fragments are at risk of being stolen at any time if they are kept in the palace. I think it's safer for the fragments to be kept with you. If you are lucky enough to find a second fragment, you can just return the fake one. Ah Cheng, in the entire Longtai, I can't find a single person I can trust."
At this moment, Feng Qingcheng didn't know whether to be happy or sad.
The emperor didn't trust his wife or his son, but he trusted her alone, an outsider.
Isn't he afraid she'll keep the treasure map for herself?
No, he was afraid, but he had a way to deal with her.
The Emperor is indeed cunning.
Feng Qingcheng tossed the fragment into her spatial storage, and the little pig immediately squealed, "Wow, Master, this is the real treasure map fragment! With this, we can find the other fragments just by its scent!"
Feng Qingcheng looked at the Emperor: "I have one condition."
"I trust you so much, and you still dare to make demands?" The Emperor was furious.
Feng Qingcheng said, "If I let the Prince see Consort Shu, I will search for the treasure properly. Otherwise, I will consider it as using public funds for eating, drinking, and having fun."
The Emperor was so angry that he puffed out his beard and glared at his opponent: "Acheng, do you think the entire Longtai Empire can't function without you?"
Feng Qingcheng smiled and said, "Recently, the Emperor has been following my lead in doing business. Haven't I tacitly approved of it? If you keep nagging, I might just step in and crack down on the royal family's business in the future."
The emperor was so angry that he vomited blood on the spot, and grabbed a book and threw it at Feng Qingcheng: "Get out of here!"
Feng Qingcheng happily accepted the book, which turned out to be "The Way of the Ruler".
Hehe, every book in this Imperial Study is a gem. I'll give this one to Long Moyuan.
She had barely stepped out of the imperial study when Long Moyuan pulled her into his arms.
"Acheng, has your father made things difficult for you?"
Long Moyuan frowned with worry.
"So what if he makes things difficult for me?" Feng Qingcheng smiled.
Long Moyuan clenched his fingers and narrowed his eyes: "Acheng, even if I become a demon, I don't want you to suffer. When we grow up, how about we conquer the demon race, and you become my demon queen?"
Long Moyuan, you're really confident.
Do you think you can dominate the demon race just by becoming a demon?
Young man, stop daydreaming. Go wash up and go to bed early.
However, she was still very touched.
He handed the book in his hand to Long Moyuan: "His Majesty wanted to give you a book, but felt embarrassed, so he entrusted me to deliver it to you."
Long Moyuan stared at the book "The Way of the Ruler" and was instantly dumbfounded.
What does Father mean by this?
Could it be?
Feng Qingcheng patted him on the shoulder: "The younger generation is formidable, keep it up, young man!"
The Emperor deliberately sent this book over; his intentions were profound.
Whether he was trying to appease Long Moyuan or hinting at it, Long Moyuan was not yet fully powerful enough to oppose him.
Long Moyuan put the book away, lifted Feng Qingcheng's face, and kissed her fiercely.
The two kissed in front of the imperial study, oblivious to everyone else, causing the guards to cover their faces.
News of Prince An and his wife's openness has reached the palace; indeed, seeing is believing.
The two of them are truly shameless.
Feng Qingcheng was almost out of breath when Long Moyuan finally let her go.
"Breathe, you idiot." Long Moyuan stroked his lips, which were swollen from his kiss.
Feng Qingcheng slapped him angrily: "Can't you be a little more mindful of the occasion?"
"Don't look at what you shouldn't look at; curiosity killed the cat, as others know."
Feng Qingcheng wished she could dig out a three-bedroom, two-living-room house with her toes and hide inside.
At this moment, a young eunuch stepped forward, curtsied, and said, "Your Highness, the Emperor grants you permission to visit Consort Shu in the Cold Palace tonight."
Upon hearing this, Long Moyuan was completely dumbfounded.
When did Father become so understanding?
When he was a child, he was ignorant and caused a scene. As a result, he was locked in a dark room for several days. When he was released, he was almost starving to death.
After that, he never dared to mention visiting his mother again.
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