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Qian Li's reaction made Gong Ye very satisfied, he smiled slightly, and did not bother with Qian Li's reaction, and continued to speak, "Why are you still the same? In front of our own power and influence, you don't even know how to lower your head. "

Hearing this, Qian Li's frown deepened.

She looked at the person in front of her and saw that the surrounding people were already looking at her more and more.

I have to finish this topic soon, or else...

Thinking about it, Qian Li immediately spoke out.

She said, "A villager is still just a villager, even if you force yourself to wear a beautiful coat, in the end, you still wouldn't be able to become a relative of the emperor. Since you know that everything is futile, why do you need to change yourself, Qian Li?"

Since that was the case, it meant that he had to admit that he had really seen Gong Ming before.

After saying that, Gong Ming looked at Gong Ming who was speechless, then continued to speak: "Your majesty, since you already know that Qian Li is from the countryside, being rude is my nature, so it's like this, Qian Li will say another extremely bold thing."

Gong Ye nodded slightly, he did not reject it, and the curiosity in his eyes became even stronger.

"Everyone has also been standing here for a long time. Previously, I heard of the various lords discussing it, so I know that the competition will be held today. "It's almost noon, does the emperor really intend to keep everyone standing here until night?"

These words were really bold, many of the people who previously had changed their minds towards Qian Li had their hearts clenched after hearing his words.

He was afraid that the emperor would be so angry that he would directly drag Qian Li down and chop him off.

After all …

No one had ever dared to say such things to the emperor. Furthermore, no one had ever dared to complain or urge the emperor to do so.

Qian Li had taken all of them.

Just as everyone was looking nervously at the developments, the emperor suddenly smiled.

"In my memory, there has never been anyone who spoke to me with such boldness. In these past few years, I have also almost completely forgotten that I have lived with a country bumpkin for a long time. What you said brought back quite a few memories for me."

With that said, Gong Ye continued, "Forget it. Everyone, go away. The competition rules are the same every year, so I won't repeat myself. If you don't know, you can ask each other. But there is one thing I need to remind everyone, and that is … Please do not break the rules of the game. Remember, do not go beyond the boundaries. We will be waiting here for all of you at this time three days from now, and at that time, please bring all of your prey here to gather. We have already prepared a present for the top three places with the most prey. "

Hearing that, the cheers from the crowd instantly increased, and this action meant that she, Qian Li, could temporarily heave a sigh of relief.

The emperor told everyone to be careful, then turned around and went back to the big tent.

It was just that when he looked at Qian Li before he left, his eyes were unfathomably profound.

Qian Li let out a long sigh, and also removed her own hand from Gong Ming's.

Only now did he realize that their palms were completely drenched. It was just that he couldn't tell who the sweat belonged to.

"Not bad."

Gong Ming slightly curled his lips. He still did not smile, but his smile seemed to be even deeper than before.

Qian Li was suddenly a little curious, "Your Highness, I really want to see how you look like after laughing so much."

Hearing this. Gong Ming's upturned lips immediately dropped.

His expression changed slightly, as if he was angry, but also as if he was a bit shy.

But Qian Li would never admit that someone like Gong Ming would be shy, so she interpreted that expression as anger.

He didn't dare to continue talking about it.

"If it was only Qian Li, she would definitely have broken through today. It's good that the Duke had always been by his side, or else, at this moment, Qian Li's head would have flown off to who knows where."

Hearing that, Gong Ming coughed lightly, and then seriously analyzed, "Then should you thank this king for accidentally saving your life?"

Gong Ming would only call me that when I'm in private. In front of others, although I may seem weak, I will not make any mistakes in my etiquette and address.

Because of this, no one was able to find his fault.

This was also the main reason why he was safe and sound all these years.

"Hearing this, Qian Li pursed her lips and thought very seriously, and after a moment, she really smiled. As such, Qian Li unintentionally owed Prince two or three of his life. "

"Everyone only has one chance to live. Qian Li owes this duke three, so have you thought about how to repay this?"

"Qian Li's life has long since belonged to the Duke, so there doesn't seem to be any meaning in talking about it. How about betrothal me to you? "

Hearing that, Gong Ming's eyes flashed slightly, "Alright," he said. Once this matter is over and we safely return to the manor, this king will take you in as his concubine. "

Qian Li's words were only a joke to him, and she had stayed with Gong Ming for a long time already. She also realised that this person was not as scary as he looked on the surface. Therefore, Qian Li had the thought of teasing her.

She quickly waved her hands, "Your Highness, please spare Qian Li. Qian Li is just a hoodlum, and is used to living such a carefree life. She can't stand to stay in the golden silk cage everyday and have fun with your consort."

"You …"

This time, Gong Ming's words were interrupted by another candid voice before he could finish speaking. Ninth Brother, what are you chatting with a beauty like this Heavenly Immortal? Third brother, how about I join in? "

The people around them had already left. After the emperor gave the order, everyone's desire for the prize was much more important than their curiosity towards both of them.

Therefore, in just a moment, she had completely walked away, so when the voice came, Qian Li was able to easily differentiate who it was.

Thinking about that coincidental meeting, Qian Li could not help but want to lower her head.

But now that he thought about it, his current appearance must have become the focal point of the conversation he had with the emperor.

And it was dark that night...

Although the lights of the Duke Palaces had been illuminated at that time, Qian Li still raised her head after she had perhaps really seen her face.

However, this time, she was smart enough to not take the initiative to greet him.

"Third brother must be joking." Gong Ming regained his submissiveness, but because the person beside him was not the emperor, his feeling of inferiority was not very obvious.

"Yo, this beauty is really born into a good skin. Where did Ninth Brother find such a rare beauty?"

When he was speaking in this way, he unhesitatingly stretched out his hand and grabbed Qian Li's chin, but was quickly evaded by Qian Li.

"Third Marquis, please behave yourself."

Qian Li frowned, she was extremely dissatisfied with her actions. Although she was also so unrestrained before, she did not think it was that exaggerated.

How did his Elegance suddenly rise so dramatically?

"Self-respect?" Gong Jue countered with a question and instantly laughed loudly, looking as if he had heard a heaven shaking joke.

After he was done laughing, he continued, "The first time I saw you, I thought you were very interesting. Sure enough, after meeting you once, I disappeared completely. This King has spent quite a lot of time and effort to find you in the past few months, but I couldn't find you."

After saying this, Qian Li felt that although this person was not a good person, her eyes seemed to be good.

But since she was already recognized, it was not wise for her to continue pretending not to know him.

"But what?"

"However, this king has searched through many places and neglected Ninth Brother's residence. So it turns out that you were actually hiding there. No wonder This King couldn't find you."

"I'm sorry that Your Highness still remembers Qian Li, but Qian Li is just a lowly slave, there's no need for Third Princess to remember."

Gong Jue seemed to have already gotten used to it. He couldn't help but make a move the moment he saw a beauty.

Qian Li frowned, her disgust towards the man was growing stronger.

"Your highness, please take care."

Qian Li dodged again, her voice also carrying a bit of impatience.