Love And Hate of Kanas Lake: Volume 6

By Hong ChenWuDao

At the peak of the Yellow Mountain, the devil was reborn; on the banks of the Karas Lake, the mysterious master manipulated the devil; in the distant skies, the Heavenly Wolf Lady and the Dark King descended, entangling each other for countless years.

the Great Song and Mongolia, the two strongest forces in the north and south, battled endlessly from the martial arts world to the temple.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Jun 19, 2020
• ISBN: 9781649554420

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CHAPTER 501 - BETWEEN TRUE AND FALSE

Only a few people knew about the matter of the True or Fake Sect.

Back then, when they were in the Imperial study, Emperor Qizong had promised that he would be brought to the Imperial Court on time. However, the officials didn't quite believe him.

This morning, the officials did not have much hope.

Surprisingly, when they finally stood still, they heard a shout. His Majesty drove here.

When the officials heard him, their spirits were greatly shaken. It looks like His Majesty's words are always true. There's no such thing as not coming to court today.

After the impersonated Emperor Qizong sat down, the eunuch who served him stood up and said, All the ministers have something to do so that they can perform as early as possible. If there is nothing to do, the tide will ebb.

General Manager Zhang Shijie has some important matters to attend to. Zhang Shijie left the office and said.

When the impersonated Emperor Qizong saw that someone was about to report this matter, he glanced at the eunuch beside him. Seeing that the eunuch did not object, he opened his mouth to ask, Zhang Aimin, what do you want?

Your Majesty, the commander of the Tokyo garrison, Zhao Mian, has arrived at Vishnu with an imperial edict. He is waiting outside the golden palace for Your Majesty to receive him. Head of the Military Department, Zhang Shijie replied.

When the impersonated Emperor Qizong heard his words, he replied, Then let him in.

Sinner Zhao Sunflower greets Your Majesty. After getting permission to enter, Zhao Sunflower kneeled on the ground and said.

The impersonated Emperor Rizong did not know about the defeat of the commander of the military garrison in Tokyo, Zhao Lianjun, in Xiangyang.

When he saw Zhao Ling begging for forgiveness the moment they met, he immediately asked, Zhao Aimin, what crime have you committed?

The reason he asked this was indeed because he did not know about it. However, from the perspective of the commander in chief of the Liang Army in Tokyo, he was actually mocking him for asking such a question.

Your Majesty, this subject carried out an imperial edict to reclaim the Tianliang River in Tokyo. However, this subject failed in the battle to recapture the Luoyang capital, causing the two capitals to fall into the hands of the Mongols. This subject's crimes are truly deserved to be punished. Marshal Zhao Sunflower said.

He was pretending to be Emperor Qizong, but he was just a servant without much knowledge. When he saw a high-ranking official like Marshal Zhao Sunflower kneeling in front of him in fear, he felt very proud of himself.

Once a person was proud, they would lose their ability to handle matters accurately.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong spoke, Since you know that the crimes you've committed are punishable by death, then I won't say anymore.

Somebody, push Zhao Meng out of the gate and behead him. he said again.

The emperor's words were like golden words. When the warriors in the golden hall heard his words, they immediately came over and pulled Marshal Zhao Sunflower along with them. They were about to leave.

Hold on, Your Majesty! Department Head Zhang Shijie saw the fake Liang Zong emperor wanted to kill General Zhao Sunflower, so he hastily tried to stop him.

After the impersonated Emperor Qizong heard this, he asked, Zhang Aimin, why did you stop me?

Your Majesty, you once said that Marshal Sunflower may be guilty, but not to death. Head of the Military Department, Zhang Shijie replied.

He added, Besides, you once said that the main responsibility for the defeat of the war in the north lies with you, Your Majesty. After all, you were the one who made the decision to send troops.

Zhang Shijie, how dare you criticize His Majesty over the Golden Hall? The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, stood up and said.

He asked again, Could it be that you want to rebel?

Don't spout nonsense, Minister Zhang. What this official said just now was all His Majesty's own words. How did he become this official and slander His Majesty? Department Head Zhang Shijie asked.

Minister of Revenue Zhang Yigong replied, When His Majesty said that, he was being modest. How could we, officials, take it seriously?

The young eunuch standing next to Emperor Qizong knew that it was very important to kill Zhao Sunflower, because this impersonated Emperor Qizong was not sensible. If he did not remind this impersonated Emperor Qizong, then when he returned, besides this impersonated Emperor Qizong being punished, it would be hard for him to escape punishment.

Thus, he whispered a few words into the ear of this fake Emperor Qizong.

Only now did this impersonated Emperor Qizong realize that he had made a very serious mistake.

He slapped the imperial report and shouted, Do you all still have me in your eyes?

Seeing this impersonated Emperor Qizong suddenly fly into a rage, the Minister of Revenue Zhang Yinhong and the Head of the Military Department then informed Emperor Qizong of their guilt and stopped quarreling.

As an excuse, the impersonated Emperor Qizong said, I am telling you that I said that I was going to push the Zhao Lianqing out of the palace, not behead him. As long as I am doing this, I am going to test his sincerity and see if he is truly admitting his wrongs. As you can see, when I was going to push him out of the palace, he did not complain at all. This means that he is admitting his wrongs and we can't kill him.

Your Majesty, you're really wise. Zhang Yihong, Minister of Revenue, hurriedly said when he heard Emperor Qizong's fake name.

He was just like that, adept at using the wind to control the situation. Hearing the faking Emperor Liang Zong didn't want to kill Marshal Zhao Sun, he changed his tone immediately.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong said to Zhao Sunflower, Zhao Aiqing, I forgive you. I won't punish you for your crimes. But when you go back, you have to reflect on how outdated you are this time.

We must take it to heart. he said again.

Marshal Zhao Sunflower thought that he was doomed, but he did not expect that this impersonator, the Regal Sect, would forgive him once again.

He knelt on the ground and said in a grateful voice, Many thanks to Your Majesty for your mercy. This subject will definitely learn from this failure.

Stand up! Emperor Qizong said.

After he finished speaking, he saw the young eunuch, who was serving him, give him a look. He knew that this was a signal for him to step down.

The reason the young eunuch did this was because he was worried that the fake Emperor Li Zong beside him would stay in the Golden Hall for too long. If he did something inappropriate, it would be bad.

Before the court battle began, the two had already made an agreement.

The fake Emperor Li Zong understood and said, I'm a little tired, let's end it here for today.

Scatter! The young eunuch waited until this impersonated Emperor Qizong had finished speaking, and then announced loudly.

The young eunuch supported the impersonated emperor out of the golden hall and returned to the imperial study.

As soon as the two entered, before they even sat down, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao returned with the real Emperor of the Rizong Empire from Miss Ziqi's place.

After hearing the report from the eunuch, the real Emperor Li Zong spoke up, How dare you, I have already instructed you before. In the previous dynasty, you can hear it, you can't make any decisions, and even more so, you can't issue orders.

Did you forget? The real Emperor Qizong asked the disguised Emperor Qizong.

The fake Emperor Liang Zong feared that he would be punished by the Emperor himself. He hurriedly knelt on the ground and said, "Shangguan family, at that time, I was also extremely angry when I heard Marshal Zhao Sunflower's humiliating words. On an impulse, I said those words in the Golden Hall.

If you do, then your life is long gone. The real Emperor Rizong said.

He instructed again, Today's disaster was caused by your stinky mouth, so I will punish you with a hundred slaps.

Shangguan Family, if you let this servant slap you a hundred times, then your servant's mouth will definitely be swollen. That way, this servant will have no way to represent you in the court. Jia Ruidao came to Emperor Li Zong's side and whispered.

What he said was the truth.

The real Emperor Li Zong said to the impersonated Emperor Li Zong, Alright, today I will give face to Jia Aiqing and I will not punish you. If you commit another crime, I will punish you both.

You don't need me to tell you what the consequences will be, do you? he asked again.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong replied, This servant knows.

Stay here and don't go out. The real Emperor Rizong said.

With that, he led Prime Minister Jia Ruidao out of the royal study.

After the two came out, this Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked Emperor Liang Zong, Shangguan Family, you've just returned. You're not resting in the imperial study, where are you going now?

I haven't seen a saint in a while. Let's go to her place and take a rest. Emperor Qizong answered.

He then asked, Jia Aiqing, is the person pretending to be me in your mansion reliable?

Shangguan Family, why do you ask? After the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao heard Emperor Li's question, he asked.

Emperor Liang Zong replied, I don't know why, but I keep having the feeling that this kid is a little dishonest.

Shangguan family, if he is too honest and not smart at all, I'm afraid he won't be able to do something like pretending to be you. Jia Ruidao was the Prime Minister.

Emperor Qizong said, Although that is what you say, but I am still worried that if this kid pretends for too long, he might cause some trouble.

Shangguan Family, if you truly like Miss Ziqi, then please accept her as your concubine as soon as possible. At that time, you won't need to run around like this. Hearing his words, Prime Minister Jia Ruidao took the opportunity to speak.

Emperor Liang Zong replied, This Ziqi is from a brothel. If I want to take him as my concubine, I need to seek the opinions of saints and officials. If I want to take her into the palace as my concubine, then I can take her into the palace as my concubine.

Shangguan Family, please be at ease. This old official is the head of a hundred officials. With this old official around, there shouldn't be any big problems. As for this harem, this old official is powerless. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

Emperor Liang Zong said to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, My beloved official, as long as you have settled the matter of the officials, I would be grateful to you.

As for the matters of the harem, I won't trouble you to worry about it. Emperor Qizong said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said, Guan Family, since you wish to go to the Empress' place, this old official shall return.

Hearing his words, Emperor Li Zong nodded and let the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao leave.

Once something in this world attracted the attention of others, it would be difficult to keep it a secret.

At this moment, within the manor of the Ministry of Justice's President, Wen Tianxiang, the head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, was reporting to him what he had discovered in secret.

Although the head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, had been bewitched by one of the Holy Envoys of April and had actually forced his fiancee's son, the hero Yang Miao, to flee, he still remained unflinching in the imperial court.

When he heard that the President of the Board of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, had asked him to investigate this Prime Minister Jia Ruidao in secret, he did not hesitate in the slightest and immediately agreed.

With this investigation, he found out that Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had brought Emperor Li Zong to the brothel where Miss Ziqi was staying.

It was just that last time, when the Sect Master of Hell entered the Imperial Palace and disguised himself as a fake Emperor Qizong, he gave the real Emperor Qizong a human skin mask.

After Emperor Qizong came out of the palace, he immediately brought the mask that was left behind by the Underworld Sect Master.

He only took off his human skin mask after arriving at Miss Ziqi's place.

When the head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, was following behind Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, he only recognized him. As for Emperor Li Zong who was with him, he didn't recognize him.

Someone who can get Jia Ruidao to accompany him to that place must be someone great. After Lord Wen Tianxiang, the President of the Board of Punishments, heard what the commander of the imperial guards said, he replied.

The head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, said, Judging from the face of this person brought by Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, I have never seen him before. But from the back, he looks a little familiar.

That's right, I also heard about something in this brothel. he said again.

What is it? asked the Minister of Justice, Wen Tianxiang.

According to the discussions of the guests in the brothel, someone had given the brothel's number one, Miss Ziqi, a piece of jade. The head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, replied.

After hearing this, the Minister of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, said, What's so special about that? To be able to get the number one player of a brothel to accompany you, you must be either rich or noble. In order to curry favor with the number one player of a brothel, you have to give it a piece of jade.

Master Wen, you're right. The head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, said.

He continued, It's just that the origin of this piece of jade is a little unusual.

What's unusual about this piece of jade? The President of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, asked.

The head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, replied, According to those who have seen this piece of jade, this piece of jade came from the imperial palace.

Something inside? The President of the Board of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, asked without hesitation after hearing this.

The head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen replied, It should be so.

Could it be that Miss Ziqi's jade is today's …? The President of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, asked.

He was only halfway through his question before he stopped.

When the head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, heard his words, he asked back, Sir Wen, do you mean to say that the one who is going with Jia Ruidao is the current emperor's family?

Lower your voice, you can't speak carelessly. The President of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, said.

He added, If someone with ulterior motives were to hear this, it would bring great trouble to the current Shangguan family.

My lord, you have to be careful. My lord, you have to be careful. After receiving the reminder from the Ministry of Justice's President Wen Tianxiang, the head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, realized that his question just now was a bit inappropriate.

CHAPTER 502 - ANSWER QUESTIONS

As the head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, and the head of the Ministry of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, were chatting, servants entered the manor. They said that the head of the military department, Lord Zhang Shijie, and Marshal Zhao Sunflower had come to visit.

These two were people who had a deep friendship with the Minister of Justice, Sir Wen Tianxiang.

Upon hearing that it was these two who had come to visit, he brought the commander of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, with him to welcome them into the main hall of his mansion.

After sitting down, the Head of the Military Department, Zhang Shijie, told the President of the Board of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, what had happened at the Imperial Court this morning.

That's pretty impressive. Marshal Zhao might have lost the battle, but he's still an important official of the imperial government. How can he not be interrogated by the Three Arts Sect? He could be killed if he wants to! The President of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, said.

Zhang Shijie said, This official has been serving as an official for quite some time. Although His Majesty has always been at the mercy of Jia Ruidao in matters of the past, he's not muddle-headed about major issues.

Listening to the meaning behind his words, he also felt that the Emperor Li Zong sitting on the golden temple was different from before. The commander of the imperial guards told the two of them what he and Sir Wen Tianxiang had guessed just now.

No wonder that old scoundrel Jia Ruidao hasn't gone to the morning assembly recently. After hearing the words of the imperial guards' commander, Zheng Huchen, the military head Zhang Shijie said.

The Minister of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, said, This is just our conjecture. There is no evidence.

Looks like I'll have to trouble Commander Zheng with this matter. Department Head Zhang Shijie said.

The head of the imperial guards, Zheng Huchen, said, Since this general has participated in this matter, I will definitely bring it to the end. My lord, please be at ease. This general will definitely investigate the identity of the person beside Jia Ruidao.

However, before things get clear, you must not alarm Jia Wei Dao and the others. Lord Wen Tianxiang urged him.

Following that, the three of them started to discuss the details of their next move …

Within the Imperial Palace's study, after the real Emperor Liang left, only the disguised Emperor Liang and the young eunuch remained.

Once the door to human desire was opened, it would be akin to the release of a devil from hell, which was extremely terrifying.

Are you really willing to be a servant to others in this lifetime? The impersonated Emperor Qizong asked.

The eunuch replied, In this world, other than a fool, there is no one else who wishes to be a lowly servant for the rest of their lives.

However, I have already cleansed myself. Other than being a servant in the palace, what else can I do? he asked again.

The fake Emperor Li Zong said, As long as you dare to think about the things in this world, there will be hope.

So, you have a way to make me stop being a servant? the eunuch asked.

The fake Emperor Li Zong confidently replied: Of course.

Hearing this, the young eunuch was very excited, immediately urging this impersonated emperor Qizong to hurry up and speak.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong got up, opened the door of the imperial study, and looked outside. Seeing that there was no one outside, he closed the door and sat down next to the young eunuch.

He asked this eunuch, Are you willing to swear on blood with me to become a brother with another surname?

You want to become brothers with a little eunuch like me? Hearing his words, the eunuch asked in disbelief.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong looked at this little eunuch and nodded his head affirmatively.

As long as you don't mind, then I have no problem. The eunuch said.

He smiled and continued, Even though you're a fake emperor, you've still been to the throne room. If I can become sworn brothers with you, then my life will not be in vain.

These two people became sworn brothers in the imperial study.

Do you know why I want to become sworn brothers with you? the impersonated Emperor Qizong asked

The eunuch shook his head, indicating that he did not know.

I must become sworn brothers with you in order to be able to scheme a great fortune with you. The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

He then asked, Right now, you are my sworn brother. If I become a true Emperor, I will bestow upon you the title of King.

Are you crazy? After hearing the words of the impersonated Emperor Qizong, the young eunuch shouted.

He added, This is impossible.

Be quiet. The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

The young eunuch replied, You're just a servant.

Your majesty is a general, do you think you have the right to do so? The impersonated Emperor Qizong asked.

He continued, As long as you do as I say, everything I just said will come true.

Hearing his words, the young eunuch was a bit moved. One must know that being able to become a prince was a great honor to him!

What can you do? the eunuch asked.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong replied, If you want to achieve this, you need to do it in two steps.

As he spoke, he whispered a few words into the young eunuch's ear.

You little rascal, you are too audacious. You are truly worthy of being a person from Master Jia's mansion. The young eunuch said after hearing this.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong said, A person without courage will never be able to achieve great things.

But if the people who know your false identity, other than you and me, are all dead, then at that time, will you also silence me? the eunuch asked.

When the impersonated Emperor Qizong heard his question, he retorted, You don't believe me?

Since we've become sworn brothers, of course I'll sincerely cooperate with you. But you have to show your sincerity. The eunuch said.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong took out a piece of silk, bit his finger and wrote a few lines on the silk.

After writing, he handed the piece of silk to the eunuch and asked, Are you satisfied with this certificate?

The young eunuch took it and glanced at it, and saw that it was written down as the promise made to him by the impersonated Emperor Qizong at that time.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong said, In the future, if I have any malicious intentions towards you, you can take this piece of silk out and make it public.

Alright, I believe you. The eunuch said.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong was also a powerful character. In just a short moment, he had already dug out all of the little eunuch's desires.

Arriving at the Central Palace, Emperor Li Zong and the Yellow Queen Xie Daqing chatted for a while before resting at his place.

With the empress Xie Daqing accompanying him, he rested very comfortably.

It was not until ten in the afternoon that Emperor Qizong finally woke up from his sleep.

Sage, you're the best. Emperor Qizong said to the empress after she thanked her for helping him up.

Empress Xie said, Shangguan Family, you and I are husband and wife, there is no need to be so polite.

Are you hungry now? she asked again.

Emperor Qizong replied, With these words of yours, I am truly a little hungry.

Hearing his words, the empress immediately sent someone to the imperial kitchens to gather food.

At noon, Emperor Qizong was still resting. Empress Xie Daoqing also did not have an official meal, but had just eaten some pastries.

Now that Emperor Qizong wanted to eat, he was about to have a meal together.

In order to show her love for the empress, Emperor Rizong personally helped her with the food.

Needless to say, he moved Empress Xie Daoqing quite a bit.

It had to be known that this empress was childless. In this harem, the only person who could give him warmth was the Emperor of the Righteous Faction.

Guan family, I'm so happy that you can eat with me. The empress said in a clear voice.

Emperor Qizong said, Oh Sage, in fact, I also want to come to your place often to eat. But I am the Son of Heaven of the Great Song, and I have so many things to take care of every day. Sometimes, I can't help but owe you one.

Shangguan Family, what are your words? As your queen, chenqie should understand you. The empress said in a clear voice.

Emperor Qizong said, It is really my fortune to have you as my empress.

To be the empress of an official's family, it is still a great fortune for me. The empress said emotionally.

The two of them chatted as they ate, and before they knew it, they had finished their meal.

He then picked up the teacup and took a sip, Sage, I have something to discuss with you.

If there's anything you need, please pass down an order. Chenqie will do as you say. The empress said in a clear voice.

Emperor Qizong said, There are several concubines who have left the palace. I wish to enrich the harem.

Shangguan Family, you are the lord of the world. You must always organize the three palaces and six courtyards. The empress said in a clear voice.

She continued, "Speaking of which, this is all your concubine's fault. Please don't worry, your concubine will help you find a batch of women in the next few days. When that time comes, please have a look.

We have a suitable candidate. Emperor Li Zong said after waiting for the empress to finish thanking him.

Hearing this, the empress's heart cleared, No wonder the Shangguan Family brought up this matter. They already have a candidate in mind.

Thus, he asked again, Shangguan Family, who are you referring to?

As for the specific candidates, I will not tell you about them first. Let Jia Ruidao tell you about them when we get back. Emperor Qizong answered.

The empress replied, It looks like you're very interested in this woman!

Not exactly. It's just that when I saw this girl, I felt that she wasn't ordinary. Emperor Qizong said.

The empress thanked him, It seems that your heart has been captivated by this beauty.

Is this beauty related to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao? she asked again.

Emperor Liang Zong didn't know what Jia Ruidao would say about this matter in the future. Naturally, he didn't dare casually say what the relationship between the two of them was. Instead, he replied, I'll keep this a secret for now.

Alright, then chenqie will wait and see. The empress said in a clear voice.

Emperor Qizong said, I have made up my mind. After this woman entered the palace, I have decided to confer her the title of Imperial Consort.

To be conferred the title of Imperial Consort upon entering the palace, isn't that standard a bit high? the empress asked.

Emperor Liang Zong replied, Recently, the palace has been so deserted. I was thinking of bestowing an imperial concubine to make the festive atmosphere in the palace a little thicker.

Sage, don't worry. Even if you are conferred the title of imperial concubine, your position in my heart will never change within this harem. he said again.

The empress replied, This is something chenqie has never suspected.

Shangguan Family, are you going to the royal study tonight? she asked again.

Emperor Li Zong replied, I have a lot of things to do recently. If I stay here with you a little longer, I will return to the royal study.

As chenqie said last time, although this country is important, your dragon body is also very important. Shangguan family, you can't neglect your dragon body just because you are busy with national affairs. You have to know, the people of the Song Dynasty are counting on you! The empress spoke up to persuade him.

Emperor Qizong said, Sage, you can be at ease. I will pay attention.

Within the omniscient mountain temple, although there were very few people on normal days, it was not as if no one had come.

On this morning, a person wearing a bamboo hat with his head lowered walked in.

How? The man wearing the bamboo hat entered the mountain temple and looked around before asking.

Just as he finished his sentence, a voice answered, Look across from you, put the gold ingot in there, then you can ask your doubts.

Don't tell me you can't answer any questions after I place the gold ingot inside? the man in the bamboo hat asked doubtfully.

The voice continued, This mountain temple has been here for a long time. If you don't believe me, you can ask around and see if this mountain god has broken his promise.

Alright, then I'll believe you for a while. The man in the bamboo hat said.

The mountain god said, Before you steal the gold ingot, this mountain god will show his hand.

What are you trying to show? the man in the bamboo hat asked.

The mountain god replied, Let this mountain god guess what you came here to ask.

Alright, then just say it out. The people wearing the bamboo hat.

He continued, As long as you can put it correctly, I will pay you twice the price.

Are you here to ask how This Mountain God found the number one assassin's guild in the world? The mountain god said.

Upon hearing this, the man wearing the bamboo hat turned pale with fright. He asked, Are you really the mountain god?

That's not important. The mountain god replied.

He continued, The most important thing is that this mountain god can answer the questions you put to him.

The man in the bamboo hat did not hesitate and immediately took out two gold ingots and stuffed them in.

Actually, paying two gold ingots isn't a loss at all. You have to know, ever since the top assassin's guild was selected, their activities have been very secretive. Very few people know where they are and how to contact them. The mountain god said.

He continued, More importantly, even if you were to pay for this beauty, he might not necessarily accept your business. However, if you say that it was this mountain god who introduced you, then it would be different.

How is it different? The person wearing a bamboo hat asked after hearing this.

The Mountain God said, If you meet with a contact of the beauties, as long as you say that it was me, the Mountain God, who introduced them, they will accept your deal.

Since you said so, I'll give you another Gold ingot. The man in the bamboo hat said.

The man then took out another gold ingot and stuffed it inside.

Haha, working with you is really great. If you have any questions next time, you are welcome to come back and ask again. The mountain god said.

The person wearing a bamboo hat said, Don't worry. This collaboration is only the beginning. It's not the end of us.

CHAPTER 503 - NEW IDEAS

After six or seven consecutive nights, he went to Miss Ziqi's place. On the eighth day, because he was busy dealing with a imperial report, it was already a bit late, so Emperor Qizong did not go.

Guan Family, this servant has something to say, do you want me to say it? the eunuch who served him asked.

Emperor Qizong was currently very much reliant on this eunuch serving him. Upon hearing that he had something to ask of him, he replied, If there's anything, just say it.

Actually, you don't have to go there at night. You can also go there during the day. The eunuch said.

Emperor Qizong unhappily said, What kind of rotten idea is this? How can I leave the palace in broad daylight?

Your Majesty, you can use the matters of the people as an excuse to bring Miss Ziqi out of Northface City. It'll be fine even if you play around for a few days. The young eunuch that served him replied.

When Emperor Liang Zong heard this, his face revealed joy, and he said, You damned slave, your brain is quite flexible.

I will reward you heavily. he said again.

Emperor Qizong asked, Speak, what do you want?

Serving the Shangguan family is your servant's duty, your servant doesn't need any reward. The young eunuch that served him replied.

Emperor Qizong asked the eunuch serving him, Do you know what sort of person I hate the most?

Shangguan family, your heavenly might is hard to predict, how could this servant know? The path of the eunuchs that served him.

Emperor Qizong said, If you can't guess, then I'll tell you.

Your servant listens with all due respect! The young eunuch that served him replied.

Emperor Qizong said, What I hate the most are hypocritical people.

I don't believe you. You've been trying so hard to please me all day long, but there's nothing to think about in your heart. he said again.

When the eunuch attending him heard Emperor Li Zong's words, he hurriedly kneeled on the ground and said, This servant has committed the crime of deceiving the monarch. I ask that you, official family, punish me severely.

Where did you bully the monarch? Emperor Qizong asked him.

The eunuch serving him replied, This servant actually has an idea in his heart.

Yes, that's right. Emperor Li Zong said after hearing this.

He told the eunuch, Alright, then tell me what you want to hear.

Your Majesty, this servant serves one of your little eunuchs, it's definitely impossible to be a high official in the imperial court. This servant only wants Your Majesty to give this servant a favor and make this servant the Minister's eunuch. If Eunuch Dong is not around in the future, this servant will take over his position as Eunuch. The eunuch replied.

Emperor Qizong said, Kneel.

The eunuch serving him did not know what the meaning was, but he still did as he was told.

I shall now confer you the title of the eunuch of the imperial household. Emperor Qizong said

All those years of thoughts in his heart had been realized just like that. The little eunuch serving Emperor Liang Zong was truly happy.

He immediately knelt down and said, Thank you, Shangguan Family.

Go to Jia Ru Dao Mansion now and pass down the orders for him to make arrangements. Let him accompany me to Lin An City to investigate the situation of the people.

The young eunuch who served him bowed and said, Understood!

He then went to Jia Ruidao to pass on the imperial edict.

The Prime Minister, Jia Ruidao, and Emperor Qizong were different. When Emperor Qizong returned from Miss Ziqi's, he could rest, but he was different. After sending Emperor Qizong back to the palace, he returned to his own residence. There were still many officials who came to look for him.

Today, he didn't need to accompany him to Miss Ziqi's place. The Prime Minister Jia Ruidao finally heaved a sigh of relief.

When he lay on the bed and let his concubine massage him, he felt extremely happy.

At this time, the emperor's family, Jia Zhong, came in from the outside and said, Greetings, Master.

There's really no rule. If you don't, then just come in. Jia Ruidao

Housekeeper Jia Zhong hastily explained, Mister Prime Minister, the Minister has sent a Deputy Chief Eunuch to deliver the decree.

Eunuch Vice General, how come this official has never heard of it? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked after hearing this.

Housekeeper Jia Zhong said, Master, this Deputy Chief Eunuch is the little eunuch who served the official's family in the past.

I heard that it was just recently conferred by the Shangguan family. He added …

After Jia Ruidao heard this, he said, No wonder I never heard of it!

Although he was from a powerful family, he heard that an official had come to his residence to deliver the imperial edict. Thus, he didn't dare to slight the Prime Minister of Jia Ruidao.

Jia Ruidao immediately stood up and cleaned up quickly. He followed Butler Jia Zhong to the main hall of the Prime Minister's Mansion.

This old official accepts the decree. Jia Ruidao kneeled on the ground and said as he approached the young eunuch.

The vice director then opened the imperial edict and read it aloud to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

After he finished speaking, he bent down to help Prime Minister Jia Ruidao up.

The two sat down separately. After the servant served tea, Jia Ruidao asked, Why did Your Majesty suddenly think of going outside of Northface City to observe the affairs of the people?

This servant doesn't know. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

With that, he lowered his voice and said, Prime Minister Jia, there are some matters that the Shangguan Family cannot discuss in the imperial edict. This servant will tell it to you.

So the Shangguan Family has other orders? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked upon hearing this.

After the Deputy Chief Eunuch heard this, he replied, Yes.

Of course, he didn't dare use the reason of Emperor Qizong observing the affairs of the people. In reality, he was the one who suggested the idea of taking Miss Ziqi out to play.

Since the Shangguan family cannot leave Miss Ziqi, we should bring Miss Ziqi into the palace as soon as possible so that she doesn't have to hide and hide all day. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

When the vice director heard this, he chuckled and said, This is master's business, so it's inconvenient for me to speak of it.

Please go back and tell His Majesty, Eunuch Vice Supervisor. I'll make preparations. Tomorrow morning, I'll enter the palace and pick him up. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch said, That's good. Minister Jia, I'll head back and report to His Majesty now.

As he spoke, he stood up and prepared to leave.

Hold on, Vice Manager. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao told him.

The head eunuch asked, Minister Jia, is there anything else you need?

This prime minister just heard that you've been promoted to the position of Vice Chief Eunuch? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked.

Hearing this, the Vice Chief Eunuch looked pleased and replied, Minister Jia, you seem to have good news!

This is a joyous occasion, of course I will pay attention to it. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

He continued, This prince wants to touch your happiness too.

Since you, Jia Xiang, think highly of me, I will definitely invite you to have a drink some other day. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said, Then I'll be waiting.

This is a small token of my appreciation. Please accept it. As he spoke, he took out a stack of banknotes and handed it over to the Deputy Chief Eunuch.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch received them and took a look. They were all worth five thousand taels of silver. Although he didn't count them, he could sense that there were at least ten of them.

He hastily asked, Minister Jia, isn't this a little inappropriate?

If you want to invite me to drink your wedding wine, then I'll show you that this is human nature. If you, Vice Manager, refuse, then you will be looking down on me, Jia Ruidao. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao pretended to be angry.

When the Deputy Chief Eunuch heard this, he said, Since you said that, I can only accept it.

That's right. Jia Ruidao patted the Deputy Chief Eunuch's shoulder and said.

He continued, From today onwards, this prime minister and you are brothers.

I am only a servant of the palace. With your status, you actually consider me your brother. I really don't know what to say. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied, Between brothers, no matter what position they hold, it doesn't matter.

This servant still needs to return to the palace to deliver the decree, so I won't stay too long with you, Minister Jia. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said, Since you have matters to attend to, I shall not keep you any longer.

As he spoke, he personally escorted the Deputy Chief Eunuch out of the manor.

Jia Ruidao instructed his butler, Jia Zhong, to request for a leave of absence from the Sect Leader of Hell, who was disguised as a mysterious martial artist. He went to his study to wait.

He had just sat down and picked up his teacup. Drinking a mouthful of tea, this Hell's Sect Leader, disguised as a mysterious martial artist, entered the room under the guidance of butler Jia Zhong.

After the mysterious leader of hell sat down, he asked Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, Master, is there something you need to summon me?

There's something I need to trouble you with. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

The Hell's Gate leader, who was disguised as a mysterious martial artist, said, Master, if you have any business, feel free to tell me.

Even if I can't do it, I will try my best to do it. she said again.

As such, Prime Minister Jia Ruidao told Emperor Li Zong about his request to accompany him to Linan City to meet with the Sect Leader of Hell, who was disguised as a mysterious martial artist.

What can I do for you? The head of the Hell sect, who was disguised as a mysterious martial artist, asked.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao knew that within his Prime Minister's Residence, the person with the most martial arts and Jianghu experience was this Hell's Gate Sovereign who disguised himself as a mysterious Jiang Hu guest. He felt that if he accompanied Emperor Qong to Linan City, it would be much safer with him disguised as a mysterious Jiang Hu guest.

All these years, he had offended too many people by moving from the position of an ordinary person without any official position to the position of Prime Minister. Many people wanted to eat his flesh and drink his blood.

In Lin An city, he had many guards by his side. It was difficult for others to deal with him.

However, this trip out of Lin An City was a secret trip and they weren't able to bring a large group of guards with them. In this sort of situation, it would be the best choice for him to bring along the leader of Hell's Gate, who was disguised as a mysterious martial artist.

After the Sect Leader of Hell, who was disguised as a mysterious martial artist, understood the meaning of Prime Minister Jia Ruidao's words, he said very straightforwardly, To protect you, Lord Prime Minister, then my duty.

The most important thing is to protect His Majesty's safety today. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

Don't worry, my lord. You and the Son of Heaven are safe now. With me here, there won't be any problem.

With your words, I am relieved. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

Next, the two began to discuss the details of the operation on the second day.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch went to Jia Ruidao's mansion to deliver the decree and made a windfall. He thought to first return the silver notes to his residence and then report it to the Emperor for the decree.

As she walked, she thought about something and bumped into someone.

You damned slave, what are you so flustered about? A person asked.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch raised his head and saw that this person was none other than the Minister of Imperial Household, Eunuch Dong Song Chen.

What are you looking at? You're not kowtowing when you see me. Could it be that you want to rebel? Dong Song Chen asked again.

In the past, when he was a eunuch, he had always been bullied by this Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen. However, this time, his position was different.

After hearing Dong Songchen's question, the Deputy Chief Eunuch replied, Chief Eunuch Dong, if this servant kowtows to you, I'm afraid you won't be able to take it. At that time, you have to kowtow to this servant as well.

You think you're amazing just because you serve the emperor? You talk in your sleep. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

He continued, You are just a young eunuch. No matter how impressive you are, you are still a subordinate of this steward.

You're the head eunuch, that's true, but I'm not the former eunuch anymore. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

Dong Song Chen asked curiously, If you are not a young eunuch, then what is?

Manager Dong, you're old now, but the news has also become so bad that you're really worried about your future. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

He added, The Shangguan family has already given me the title of eunuch to the Minister of Imperial Household.

You are just spouting nonsense here. In the imperial harem, the emperor's family will definitely consult this general director on such a large matter. Even if they didn't consult this general director, the official family would have asked the empress for her opinion. But until now, neither I nor the empress know of this matter. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

The Vice Chief Eunuch said, To tell you the truth, this was not a choice the Shangguan family made today in the imperial study.

It's only natural that you don't know. he said again.

Hearing this, the eunuch in chief of the imperial household Dong Song Chen knew that the other party was not bragging, but it was true. He thought to himself, It seems that the Shangguan family has treated him well.

Thinking of this, he faintly smiled and said, Then congratulations.

Eunuch Dong, you're not going to make me kneel down and kowtow to you this time, are you? the Deputy Chief Eunuch asked.

Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, replied sourly: Now that you're the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, your status is about the same as mine. Of course, you don't have to kowtow.

But do you know why I have been steward of this palace for so many years? No one has ever been able to shake my position? he said again.

The vice director replied, Of course, the Shangguan family values you.

Of course you're talking about an important factor. The Chief Eunuch, Dong Songchen, replied

The Deputy Chief Eunuch asked, From what the Head Eunuch said, there are other reasons as well. Head Eunuch Dong?

Of course. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen answered.

He continued, After staying in the palace for so many years, this steward has always kept a low profile.

CHAPTER 504 - MANOR

Following the instructions given by Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, Lady Ziqi disguised herself as a dashing young master before leaving the city. She boarded a horse carriage that had been prepared long ago and left Lin An's city gates.

After about two miles, he saw three people by the side of the road. The coachman quickly stopped his horse.

These three people were the emperor of the Rizong Sect, Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, and the Hell's Gate Sovereign who disguised himself as a mysterious martial artist.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao helped Emperor Li Zong into the carriage. He and the Hell's Gate leader, disguised as mysterious martial artists, followed behind on horseback.

At this moment, the identity of Emperor Liang Zong was no longer a secret for Miss Ziqi.

However, considering that Emperor Liang Zong himself didn't reveal his true identity to her, Lady Ziqi didn't expose his identity. Instead, she bowed and said, Greetings, uncle.

No need to be so polite! Emperor Li Zong politely replied.

After saying that, he sat down beside Emperor Qing Zong and gave Miss Ziqi a kiss.

It's still broad daylight. If others were to see it, it would be embarrassing. Miss Ziqi said shyly.

However, Emperor Qizong acted as if he didn't hear anything. He reached out and pulled him into his embrace, and then kissed him even more passionately …

"Ziqi closed her eyes slightly, her face flushed red. She then hit Emperor Qing Zong with her hand.

This is the expression of a woman's love...

Emperor Qing looked at the beauty before him and suddenly sighed. He then explained to Miss Ziqi that he was too busy last night and did not accompany her. He hoped that she would not blame him.

Hearing this, Miss Ziqi told him that it was nothing. As long as Emperor Qizong had the time to come and see her, she would be satisfied.

Beauty, you are really considerate. Emperor Qizong touched Ziqi's face affectionately as he said that.

He continued, If only you could be by my side every day.

If I were to accompany you every day, I'm afraid it wouldn't even take a month before you get tired of your concubine's complexion. Ziqi asked.

Emperor Qizong said, Even if I have to look at it for the rest of my life, I won't be bothered by it!

Is that true? asked Miss Ziqi after she heard this.

Emperor Qizong replied, Of course it's true.

That would be great. With a blissful expression, Ziqi said.

She asked again, Today, where are you bringing me?

I want to take you to a place for a few days to play. After that, we can go back to Rian … Emperor Qizong answered.

Hearing his words, Miss Ziqi asked worriedly, Uncle, you're a busy man. You can accompany me for a few days at a time. What will you do if your business is delayed?

Hearing this, Emperor Qizong was moved. If this woman from the palace heard that he was taking her out to play, they would be more than happy to have them play for a few more days. However, this Ziqi was different, and although he said he was going out to play, she was still worried about him.

Thinking of this, he said to Ziqi, Beauty, don't worry, I've already arranged two people before you arrived. I definitely won't hold you up.

The two of them sat on top of the carriage and were happily chatting when they felt the carriage stop.

Emperor Qizong put down Ziqi who was in his arms, lifted the curtain of the carriage's window, and asked Jia Ruidao why he hadn't left yet.

Great sir, are we already at a place? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied respectfully.

He continued, Now you and Miss Ziqi can get off the car.

Hearing this, Emperor Liang Zong had Prime Minister Jia Ruidao help Miss Ziqi off the carriage before he left.

The place they had come to was Jia Ruidao's private manor, and one of his subordinates had come to honor him. He hadn't been here since he took it.

This time, the emperor wanted to bring his beauty out to have a carefree and carefree life. The Prime Minister Jia Ruidao thought of this safe and convenient place.

Of course, he had come here disguised as Emperor Rizong's follower, so he naturally couldn't tell Miss Ziqi that this was his manor. Instead, he told her a lie, saying that this was an estate owned by Emperor Rizong.

The manager of this manor was one of the trusted aides of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao. He had already been notified beforehand so he knew how to cooperate with the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Seeing that Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had arrived with Emperor Li Zong and Lady Ziqi, the manager of the Manor quickly knelt on the ground and greeted, Greetings, sir.

Stand up! Jia Ruidao, Prime Minister Titian, ordered as he stood beside Emperor Qizong.

He then asked, Have you arranged all the rooms?

I have arranged a room next to the chrysanthemum garden in the manor for you and this lady. It is very exquisite and not bad. The official of the manor replied.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao instructed, Then quickly lead the way to the room you were talking about.

Yes. The manager of the manor then led them to the house they had just mentioned.

Upon entering the house, Emperor Qizong and Lady Ziqi were both very satisfied with the house.

Emperor Qing Zong pointed at the official affairs of the manor and said to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, This servant really knows how to handle matters. He was rewarded with two hundred taels of silver.

After receiving the two hundred taels worth of banknotes from the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, the steward of the manor knelt on the ground and said, Thank you, sir.

Get up, don't always kneel. Emperor Qizong said.

Hearing Emperor Li Zong's words, Jia Ruidao followed, Whatever you want me to do, I will let you do it.

Yes sir! Yes! The manager of the manor immediately stood up.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said to Emperor Li Zong, The journey back is quite arduous. You and Miss Ziqi should rest first.

That's fine. You guys can leave first. I'll call you guys if you need anything. Emperor Qizong said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao and the others bowed towards Emperor Li Zong and left.

After all the work here was done, the steward of the manor settled down for Jia Ruidao and the Hell's Gate, who were disguised as mysterious martial artists.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao arrived at his own room. Not long later, he heard a knock on the door.

Come in! he ordered.

It was the steward of the estate who pushed open the door from the outside.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked, What's the matter?

I'll prepare some delicacies from the manor for you. The official of the manor replied.

He opened the box in his hand and took out a few plates of snacks.

The manager of the manor said to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, This is made from the food of the manor and the taste is pretty good. Master, why don't you try it?

Did you send any over to your grandpa? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked.

The official in the manor replied, This little one will first deliver them to you. I will send them there when I get back.

Bastard, who told you to do this? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao stood up and slapped the manager of the manor two times as he asked.

The official answered with a wronged tone, You are my real master, I should do the same!

Kid, you're still being stubborn! Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

The official in the manor asked, Master, even you called him a lord, just who is he?

I am your master, and the person I have brought with me is my master. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

He continued, Remember, deliver whatever delicious food you have here to him.

You are the Prime Minister who is below one person and above tens of thousands of people. You even have such respect for this person. Is it possible that she is from our current official family? the manager of the manor asked.

When Prime Minister Jia Ruidao heard her question, he replied, Don't ask what you shouldn't ask.

It's not good for you to know more. he said again.

The manager of the manor was beaten up just now, so he didn't dare to ask anymore.

Please be at ease, I will send you the same pastry over there. he said.

After hearing that, Jia Ruidao said to him, That's more like it!

Originally, he had come here to curry the favor of this Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

The manager of the manor could only feel unlucky.

He took a pastry like Prime Minister Jia Ruidao from the back kitchen of the manor and headed towards Emperor Qizong's house.

When Emperor Liang Zong left the palace, it was still that person recommended by Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, who was impersonating as Emperor Liang Zong within the palace.

Is everything done? The fake Emperor Liang Zong asked the Vice Chief Eunuch.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch replied, Don't say this. The mountain temple is truly well-connected. When this servant went there, he already knew why this servant went there.

So powerful? The fake Emperor Qizong asked.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch replied, Yes.

If I didn't see it with my own eyes, I wouldn't believe it even if I were beaten to death. he said again.

The fake Emperor Qizong asked, I just wonder what ability the Mountain God provides this person has?

This is the first time this servant has interacted with this group of people, but from the mountain god's ability, I can deduce that the money spent on them is definitely worth it. The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

The fake Emperor Qizong said, To us, money is not a problem at all. If you don't have enough, you can go get more.

I'm afraid that if I go to the coffer too many times for money, it will arouse the suspicions of the eunuchs who are in charge of the coffer. The Deputy Chief Eunuch said.

He added, If they report this to the Shangguan family, it will be troublesome.

Didn't they report to the Shangguan Family just to report to me? The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

The Deputy Chief Eunuch rubbed his head and said, I had actually forgotten about this matter.

What's more, you're now a Vice Chief Eunuch, so these eunuchs have no time to curry favor with you. How could they report back to you for such a small matter? The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

He added, This money isn't theirs.

Every time I stay in this imperial study, it's a little troublesome now. This time, I'm going out for a walk. The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

After the Deputy Chief Eunuch heard this, he said, Then I'll accompany you.

This is not the first time I've entered the palace, so I don't need you to accompany me. The impersonated Emperor Qizong said.

Isn't that a little inappropriate? The Deputy Chief Eunuch asked after hearing this.

Emperor Qizong countered, What's suitable?

If something were to happen to me while I'm away, then all of our efforts would have gone down the drain. The Deputy Chief Eunuch replied.

Emperor Qizong said, Go busy yourself with the things you changed. You don't need to worry about me.

There's only two hours until the appointed time. Since you don't want this servant to accompany you, then this servant will go? the Deputy Chief Eunuch asked.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong replied, Go, I await your good news.

After he left first, the impersonated Emperor Qizong drank another cup of tea, seemed to be thinking of something for a while, then he got up from his chair and walked out of the imperial study.

The palace was very big. He did not have any specific things to do, so he just wandered around.

As he walked forward, he saw a pavilion in front of him, and someone was speaking to him.

The impersonated Emperor Qizong was quite curious, so he walked towards the pavilion.

When he got closer, he discovered that it was the empress, Xie Daoqing, and a few palace maids.

At this moment, the empress Xie Daoqing also noticed his arrival. He didn't know that the one who came was a fake Emperor Qizong.

She was surprised and thought, Why would the Shangguan Family come here at this time?

Chenqie greets the Shangguan Family. The empress quickly took a step forward.

The