These words were like a thorn that fiercely stabbed into Shen Xijun's chest, causing her to cry in pain as she choked with sobs, "Forget about the round room, he didn't even walk in."

Ah Zi, while wiping her tears, said, "I have to say, the most excessive one is the imperial concubine. The prince drank too much last night and couldn't tell the difference between the East and West Courtyard, but she didn't. Seeing that the prince had gone over, she should have sent someone back to the East Courtyard.

Shen Xijun said in a tearful voice, "If we do that now, I'm afraid we won't even have a place to stand in the future."

"She dares!" Princess Pingyang frowned and said coldly, "No matter what, you are Prince Rui's wife. How could she step on you?"

"She's stepped on it now!" The more Shen Xijun said, the more heartbroken she became, "I wonder what kind of bewitching soup she fed to the prince to make him protect her like this!"

"You still have the nerve to say that!" Princess Pingyang stared at her and said, "I told you before that you are not a good match for Prince Rui, but you wouldn't listen!"

"Now that we're married, what's the use of saying all this? Besides, if it wasn't for father saying so much in front of His Majesty yesterday, the prince wouldn't even need to be angry with me." Since Princess Pingyang didn't say anything, she stomped her feet and said, "It doesn't matter if mother doesn't want to help. I'll go speak to His Majesty myself!"

"Halt!" Princess Pingyang stopped her. She spoke with a pale face, "Do you want to die?"

Shen Xijun said angrily, "Yes, that's right. Are you happy?"

"You!" Princess Pingyang was so angry that she couldn't speak. Chun Chun helped her to sit down in the chair and gently advised, "Princess, please calm your anger. Zong Ji is still young. Talk to her slowly."

"She's already nineteen, she's not that small." Princess Pingyang spoke with a cold voice. She was in a stalemate for a long time, but she still couldn't bear it. She said with a stiff face, "Don't go mess around with His Majesty. As for the army …" "Let me think about it."

Shen Xijun immediately agreed and stood there without saying a word. She didn't even dare to breathe too loudly for fear of disturbing Princess Pingyang's train of thoughts.

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Princess Pingyang held onto the blue moons and said, "The Qi Kingdom has endured for more than ten years. Now that the dynasty has made a move, it must be a big deal. Even though the commander has three guards, it is still very dangerous. Aren't you afraid that something will happen to King Rui?"

Shen Xijun clenched her teeth and said, "Your highness is a brave man, your daughter believes that he will definitely return safely!"

"There is always a chance. What if he cannot return?"

Shen Xijun's expression became anxious as she quickly said, "If there is no chance, the prince will definitely return!" What she said was not so much for Princess Pingyang as for herself. She didn't even dare to think about it!

Princess Pingyang stared at her for a while before sighing. "Forget it."

Shen Xijun was overjoyed and quickly said, "Mother, you've agreed?"

"I will do my best, but whether King Rui leads the army or not depends on the king. I can't guarantee anything."

Shen Xijun quickly said, "Your daughter understands. Thank you mother."

Looking at Shen Xijun, who was smiling like a flower, Princess Pingyang shook her head and said to Chun Chun, "Look, I don't know what her daughter is born for, but she is dedicated to outsiders."

Chun Chun said with a smile, "Prince Rui is the young lord of our Pingyang Kingdom. He can't be considered an outsider."

"Exactly." Shen Xijun squatted in front of Princess Pingyang and said, "Besides, your daughter is worried about your father's safety!"

Princess Pingyang pinched her nose and said lovingly, "I really can't do anything about you."

Shen Xijun giggled as she laid her head on Princess Pingyang's lap. She patted her back, just like when she was young.

Shen Xijun was blissful and had been doted upon by the Pingyang couple since she was young. But at the same time, she was also unfortunate. The person she loved the most was only a pawn!

Love means love; then what is wishful thinking...

Mu Qianxue only woke up after dusk. After serving her a bath, Xia Yue said with a smile, "After this sleep, my complexion is much better."

Mu Qianxue caressed her face and said worriedly, "But I still haven't thought of a way to make up for the Three-forced Array."

"Princess is extremely intelligent. There has never been anything that could cause her difficulties. This servant believes that this time will not be an exception." As she spoke, she supported Mu Qianxue up and said, "But the most important thing right now is to quickly go and eat. There's no way we can think of anything even if we starve to death."

Mu Qianxue laughed because of her. "I've been in the Northern Zhou for so long, but I haven't seen you improve at all. It's just that your eloquence is getting more and more nimble."

Xia Yue giggled and helped her to eat in the side hall. After a few mouthfuls, she suddenly walked in and said in a low voice, "Princess, there's news about the half book Martial Arts Diagram."

A hint of joy surfaced on Mu Qianxue's face. "Where?" Ever since she discovered that the « Eight Formation Techniques of the Wind Queen » was broken down into two, she had asked fifteen to find the location of the other formation diagram.

"In the hands of an auction house on the East Street, tomorrow will be the day of the auction. At that time, half of the Martial Arts Map will be auctioned off along with other treasures. The highest bidder will have it."

"Auction House …" Mu Qianxue slowly repeated herself and asked, "What name? Where did they obtain this half manual?"

"The auction house is called the Plethora Gem Pavilion, and I've only heard that the military strategy map was left for auction by someone else. As for the background of the other party, the Myriad Treasures Pavilion will not reveal it in the slightest."

Nineteen frowned and said, "Since you already know the location of the military strategy map, why don't you find a way to obtain it?" The word "take" in her mouth naturally referred to "steal".

Fifteen's usually expressionless face broke into a wry smile at her words. "How do you know I didn't get it?"

Nineteen was surprised but soon said with a strange expression: "Did he fail?"

"I was just approaching the Treasure Vault when I was discovered by the guards. I don't know where they came from, but they are all top class experts. If I wasn't good at concealment, it would be difficult for me to escape unscathed!"

"A mere auction house actually has such an expert." Nineteen's face was filled with astonishment. She was very clear about the fifteen martial arts techniques. If they were placed in the martial arts world, they would definitely rank amongst the top ten experts.

"The origins of this pavilion are very mysterious; it is said that it has existed in Jinling City since the beginning of its existence. Every year, it has been through many trials and tribulations, and has never failed to stand firm in its existence. Every month, it is auctioned off once, and each time, it is a rare and precious item that makes the nobles of Jinling City scramble for it; it can be said that every time the pavilion is auctioned off, it is no small occasion in Jinling City."

Mu Qianxue listened attentively. After he finished speaking, she asked, "So that means that stealing is no longer feasible?"

Fifteen pondered for a moment and said, "If we can gather all sixteen of them, it might be possible. But first, we are not clear about the true strength of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, and secondly, it is not a good idea to cause too much commotion."

Mu Qianxue also said the same thing, "Since this road won't work, then we can only use real gold and silver tomorrow to auction off the military strategy diagram." As she spoke, she said to Xia Yue, "How much money do we have left?"

Xia Yue thought about it and replied honestly, "About one thousand liang."