Chapter 94: Chichi in Danger

Chapter 94: Chichi in Danger

Tang Wanzhuang’s thoughts were a mess as she realized just how problematic things could become.

While she hoped that the empire would gain a stable heir in order to eliminate some undue undercurrents, she very much did not want to discuss her marriage.

Tang Wanzhuang’s thoughts were all over the place. She had no intention of getting married to anyone just yet. She had no interest in finding a husband and raising children.

In other words, it could be said that no man in the world even entered her eyes.

It was actually rare for someone to be in their twenties and still yet to have married in this world. This was especially the case for those from wealthy families. In fact, this was even harder to come across than ancient legacies.

Unfortunately, worldly affairs do not always go as desired.

When Tang Wanzhuang was in her early twenties, her family grew angry at her. However, Tang Wanzhuang held a high position and even had a considerable level of cultivation, so her family could not push her too much. In the end, they could only enter negotiations with one another. You dare wait and see until you’re thirty? Who would even care about your status or anything about you at that point? Would getting married even matter by then?

Her status and appearance were indeed one of a kind, so she would still be highly valuable. If she were to remain unmarried, it would be a huge waste.

She was twenty-eight, and if she did not get married soon, fewer and fewer people would want her. The crown prince’s wife just so happened to pass away, and although it was a bit shameful to replace her, she would still end up as the empress. At that time, her family could not bear it any longer, and they really started to manipulate the matter to get the results they wanted. But then, the crown prince died as well...

Tang Wanzhuang did not have any time to even dwell on any of her own matters. She immediately rushed to the Luo Clan and attempted to bring Luo Zhenwu, who was suspected of being a prince, to the capital.

But before she could even take proper hold of Luo Zhenwu, he died right before her very eyes.

Tang Wanzhuang did not know at that time whether she should lament for the empire or let out a breath of relief for herself. Anyway, she decided to abide by her duties first, and she immediately issued an arrest warrant for Luo Zhenwu’s murderer. However, when they brought back Luo Zhenwu’s body and took a proper look at it, they did not find any token indicating his identity as a prince. Then, when they took his blood and tested it against the emperor’s, they found that they did not match.

When things had reached this point, Tang Wanzhuang’s heart skipped a beat. She searched through all of the corpses in the ruins of the Luo Clan and found no token. Thus, attention fell on the two people who survived. The female survivor aside, if it was the male survivor... and he killed Luo Zhenwu...could it be that he did not want his identity to be used by others?

She simply led the Cui Clan to the area. She knew that the Cui Clan was imperialist, so she had them take a look first.

As a result of that, Cui Yuanyang fell in love with him, but the Cui Clan “drove” him away. They even gave him Dragon Bird before sending him away.

Could they be any faker than that?

With that, the decision was placed in her hands once more.

Tang Wanzhuang was hesitant and asked her subordinates to consult with Zhao Changhe to see what he had to say. In the end, she came before him herself.

She came in person as there was nothing else right now that was more important than this matter.

Zhao Changhe let out a breath of relief. She actually did not ask me to deal exclusively with the Four Idols Cult. If she did, I really would not know how to live my life! If there are other demonic cults, I can just target them and avoid the Four Idols Cult. I don’t have any problem dealing with other demonic cults, considering the evil shit they do. Anyway, as long as I can earn enough merit to repay the debt of the internal art and Dragon Bird, I don’t really care which demonic cult I have to deal with.

Thinking of this, he said, “I’m fine with that. But first, I need to confirm something...”

Tang Wanzhuang nodded. “Please feel free to speak.”

“When you say that this jade token is of a high ranking, just how high is it? I would rather not have any superiors interfering with my plans and ordering me around. I’ve got quite the rebellious streak, so if they end up getting on my nerves... don’t tell me that I didn’t warn you.”

Tang Wanzhuang looked at him for quite some time, then said, “You only have one direct superior, and that is me. Even I won’t just order you out of nowhere. I will discuss everything with you beforehand. If you agree to take up this task, you might even end up ordering me around.”

“...Alright,” said Zhao Changhe. “Just so we’re clear, if I take up this task, you won’t pester me about my identity in the future, right? You better not fool me into working for nothing. I could still go and become a prince.”

Tang Wanzhuang said, “I can make this guarantee for myself, but I cannot do that on behalf of others. For example, the Cui Clan and the Wang Clan may still look for you and pester you about your identity. I am unable to casually order them around.”

“That’s fine. Those aristocratic families have different perspectives. Dynasties come and go, but those families stand firm. It does not matter much to them who is in charge. Unlike in your case, they do not necessarily need a definite outcome,” said Zhao Changhe. “Alright, let’s end this here for now. I am supposed to be out shopping with my friend. It would not be good if I were missing for too long.”

“Wait.” Tang Wanzhuang stood up and stopped him from turning around to leave. “There is a demonic cult in Sword Lake City right now, and we know what they are planning. Your first mission is to destroy their plans.”

Zhao Changhe returned the jade token silently and said, “I resign.”

A playful smile seemed to emerge in Tang Wanzhuang’s eyes. “Is it because of your relationship with Xia Chichi in the past? Have you ever even slept together?”

Zhao Changhe took a breath to collect himself before saying, “Language, Aunt Tang! You should not be saying such things.”

Tang Wanzhuang’s smile disappeared and her face lost all expression.

Do you really have the right to say that?

Zhao Changhe nonchalantly said, “Xia Chichi and I have known each other since we were young. We share a deep trust, and I would rather not ruin that. If you want me to cause trouble for her, then I apologize, but I choose to resign.”

Tang Wanzhuang said calmly, “What if accomplishing this mission will allow you to save her life?”

Zhao Changhe’s scalp began tingling and he hurriedly asked, “Can you explain more clearly?”

Tang Wanzhuang sat back and drank tea leisurely. “Huh? You’ve already resigned, so why should I tell you?”

“Ugh, First S... No, Big Sister Tang, I didn’t resign! I didn’t resign! I was just joking with you,” said Zhao Changhe with an apologetic smile as he snatched back the jade token. “Please just tell me the details of the mission! I, Zhao Changhe, promise to complete this mission!”