Chapter 38: That Person, Qin Lie.

As Ling Dong finished speaking, the woman in his arms stiffened immediately. Sensing the change in the person he held, Ling Dong asked suspiciously, "What's wrong?"

A fierce expression flashed across Concubine Tong's face, but it quickly smoothed over. She replied softly, "Your Highness just mentioned which Princess?"

"Oh, he requested permission for a marriage alliance today, and Father has already agreed."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Tong dug her long fingernails deeply into the palm of her hand, a sticky sensation spreading across it. She remained unaware, suppressing the sudden sourness and jealousy that arose in her heart. Concubine Tong smiled beautifully and asked, "Does Your Highness know which young lady it is?"

"Not a woman from our Chaofeng dynasty. Hmph, I want to see what kind of beauty could possibly capture his attention." Her tone was filled with hidden resentment.

Concubine Tong's pupils flickered, and then she giggled charmingly, "Your Highness, if you want to experience that woman, there is a way."

"Oh? Does my beloved have a method to let me taste that woman's sweetness without being discovered?"

Ling Dong certainly wouldn't dare openly defy Prince Ling Mo, but he was very eager to cuckold him.

Seeing the prince, the ruler of a nation, so weak and fearful, Concubine Tong felt disgusted, as if she had swallowed a fly. However, she maintained her smiling facade, saying, "This… Your Highness, I haven't yet met this young lady, so I can't rashly make a decision."

"That's right. Well, in a few days, the Prince of Lanhan will arrive in the capital. Father will host a banquet for him at that time, and then my beloved will be able to see that woman." Ling Dong said with delight, stroking Concubine Tong's soft hair.

With some progress made, Ling Dong's mood clearly improved. His hand began to wander over Concubine Tong's back, and the anger in his eyes was gradually replaced by ****. He picked up Concubine Tong and headed towards the inner chambers.

Despite her reluctance, Concubine Tong could only force a smile and climb onto Prince Ling Dong's body.

Sure enough, the next day, Qingyi Royal Manor received an imperial decree. The entire manor was filled with joy. Everyone was relieved that the manor would finally have a mistress. Li Ge had only arrived yesterday, but everyone had already been captivated by her stunning beauty, her water-like temperament, and her approachable smile. Everyone liked this future Princess, so the entire manor was bustling with preparations for the wedding.

On this day, Ling Mo was leading Li Ge on a tour of the last corner of the manor. It was there that Dongfang Ji, whom Li Ge had only seen on her first day, appeared. He said with a displeased expression to Ling Mo, "Your Highness, the Prince of Lanhan has entered the capital and will arrive at the imperial city tomorrow."

"Hmm, it's time to settle some old scores." Ling Mo nodded.

He hadn't forgotten the source of the 'wolf blood蛊'. It seemed that the prince knew he had returned safely and was eager to arrive. He wondered what tricks he would play this time.

A hint of cruelty also flickered across Dongfang Ji's handsome face. If it weren't for that damned Prince of Lanhan, his Lord wouldn't have suffered so much pain. However, thanks to that 蛊, his Lord had been able to meet the Princess. For that alone, Dongfang Ji decided to let the Prince of Lanhan die a painful death.

Just as the two were lost in thought, Jian Luo suddenly appeared from somewhere, reporting in a cold voice, "Lin Jun sent a message. The Prince of Linjun has also set off today, heading towards Chaofeng."

Jian Luo's words made Ling Mo and Dongfang Ji's eyes flash. The Prince of Linjun?

He was the only person in the entire world who could rival their Lord.

Linjun Prince Qin Lie, his name reflected his personality – brutal, cruel, and ruthless. His martial arts and intelligence were equally profound. Throughout the world, the only one who could match him was Chaofeng's Qingyi Prince, Ling Mo.

The two had fought ten years ago in Chulan.

At that time, both were only eleven or twelve years old. In that battle, they were equally matched in intelligence, martial arts, and military tactics. On that day, the land of Chulan was covered with a million corpses and rivers of blood. At the forefront of both armies stood two young generals, both covered in blood, their eyes red. Although they were both filled with ferocity, the admiration they had for each other was clearly visible in their eyes.

This battle was known as the Battle of the Two Heroes, and people still talked about it to this day. It was this battle that brought both of them fame throughout the world.

Today, the world is roughly divided into three parts: Chaofeng, Linjun, and Lanhan. Chaofeng is located in the west, Linjun in the north, and Lanhan in the west. Besides these three powerful nations, there are also many smaller countries, which are affiliated with the three major powers based on their geographical location. Chulan is one of the smaller countries located between Chaofeng and Linjun, and is affiliated with Chaofeng.

Under his reputation, Linjun is now Qin Lie's territory, and he has already declared to the world: "I, Qin Lie, will be the ruler of this world."

Although this statement was arrogant, most people believed it to be half true.

Now, the lion that has been silent for ten years is beginning to awaken.

Li Ge watched the usual calmness in Ling Mo's eyes flash with something unusual, and wondered in her heart: Who exactly is this Prince of Linjun, to make these people look so solemn?

Ling Mo instructed Dongfang Ji and Jian Luo, "Keep a close watch on his movements. Remember, don't get too close to him."

"Yes," Jian Luo replied and disappeared again.

Dongfang Ji remained, looking thoughtfully at Ling Mo and Li Ge. Ling Mo's eyes turned cold, and he asked, "Is there something else?"

Feeling the coldness emanating from his Lord, Dongfang Ji shuddered and quickly regained his composure. However, concerning his Lord's happiness, he still voiced his question, "Your Highness, do you think this Prince of Linjun's arrival in Chaofeng is related to Your Highness's wedding?"

Dongfang Ji's words made Ling Mo's heart turn cold. He had already thought of this. He and Qin Lie both understood that they were the ones who knew each other best. Ling Mo knew that Qin Lie treated women as playthings, and Qin Lie must also know that he disregarded women. Now, he had actually personally requested permission for a marriage alliance, so Qin Lie must be curious and want to see for himself.

The sunset shone on Li Ge's almost transparent, delicate face, adding a touch of enchantment to her stunning beauty. She looked like a celestial spirit or a mountain fairy, captivating and alluring. The most captivating thing was her clear, watery eyes, in which he could clearly see his own reflection. Ling Mo wanted to hide her away in the warm pavilion he had built for her, but he knew that Li Ge was a person, the woman he cared about most, and she had her own thoughts and actions. He had no right to restrict her.

But if anyone dared to snatch this woman from him, he would destroy the heavens and the earth.

After Dongfang Ji left, Li Ge noticed the complexity in Ling Mo's eyes. She asked curiously, "Mo, what's wrong?"

"Little thing, what do you think of my appearance?" Ling Mo didn't immediately answer her question, but asked instead.