Chapter 3, Fairy Wei Zhen
Chen Shaojun sat in the truck, lightly tapping his fingers, continuing to ponder
Hmph, what is the little Heavenly Lord? Did you not see the one to the right of Fairy Wei? That is none other than the legitimate eldest son of Ding Wuhou, Yang Guanyun! This year, during the war against the Ghost Clan, the young Wuhou made three forays and killed more than ten ghost generals, which is far more impressive than any beast. The Master of Six Lines from Yingshan has spoken, and this year he divined for him, saying that his future is beyond words, and he will one day hold a first-rank official position, becoming the Grand Marshal of the Great Shang. The Sixth Prince in the palace has always wanted to recruit him as an advisor, but he has turned them all down—who would have thought he would be here serving as a saddle for Fairy Wei
The struggle for the throne is the most perilous political conflict in the world, and even the families of generals and ministers find it hard to escape its grasp. What can a mere fifteen-year-old boy do in such a situation
Under the influence of this atmosphere, the surrounding crowd instinctively recoiled as if avoiding a plague
The Grand Merchant Imperial City looms like a colossal beast, its golden palace walls soaring into the clouds, majestic and magnificent, encompassing the heavens and the earth. At the very entrance of the imperial city, a bustling crowd gathers, as vast as mountains and seas, congregated before a royal edict.
At this point, Chen Shaojun tapped his finger heavily and suddenly had an idea
What method, what method is there
It is said that the Empress Dowager in the palace has issued a decree to personally select a husband for her. The young Marquis Wu and the young Lord Tian are both outstanding individuals, yet look at Fairy Wei; she does not even cast a glance at them. Nevertheless, both the young Marquis Wu and the young Lord Tian remain willing and compliant, showing no signs of displeasure. In the future, it is uncertain which fortunate individual will gain the favor of Fairy Wei.
However, what left the deepest impression on Chen Shaojun were the auras emanating from these two individuals, which were extremely yang and vigorous, akin to two massive flames in a furnace, continuously exuding a scorching heat outward
An incredible scene unfolded, as that petite white figure seemed to have truly heard it; with a movement, it actually began to walk in this direction
Do you not know? Fairy Wei is as cold as ice, yet she never smiles
The price has risen! An additional ten thousand taels of gold have been granted, and my official rank has been elevated by one level! This reward is significantly more substantial than before; it seems the Crown Prince's illness has worsened again
The people who originally came here were all drawn by the newly issued imperial edict. However, at this moment, most of them unexpectedly turned their heads and excitedly looked in another direction
Chen Shaojun thought to himself
Fortunately, the Crown Prince was injured by a magical artifact. As the Lord of Artifacts in the Immortal Realm, even though my cultivation has diminished and I have fallen to the status of a mortal, my experience remains. Matters concerning such artifacts are not too difficult. It is a pity that I cannot see the Crown Prince in person, making it impossible to ascertain the specific situation and difficult to provide targeted remedies. I must obtain more information regarding this matter.
Suddenly, an excited voice came from beside him, like a stone dropping, and a few zhang away from Chen Shaojun, the crowd was in an uproar
Although old and simple, Chen Shaojun sat inside with a straight posture and a proud demeanor, instilling a sense of respect that made it difficult for anyone to harbor even the slightest contempt.
Why is it so difficult to treat? Our great Shang Dynasty has a population of hundreds of millions, is there really no one capable of treating the Crown Prince?
In front of the inconspicuous Chen Shaojun, dressed in simple cloth, Wei Zhen stopped, smiled gently, and her eyes were filled with joy
Smile
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Oh my! It is the esteemed young deity Zhou Yanxing, ranked among the top on the Mountain and River List! Last autumn during the hunting season, it was said that he single-handedly killed a royal-level ancient demon beast, which could easily destroy a city. Moreover, it is rumored that Princess Taihe has a fondness for him; earlier this year, she went to see him but was directly turned away at the door. Unexpectedly, he personally escorted Fairy Wei and cleared the way for her
The imperial palace is not a place where ordinary people can approach. However, "one leaf falling indicates the arrival of autumn." For Mr. Chen, although he cannot see the Crown Prince in person to diagnose his condition, he still has ways to infer the nature of his injuries
In Chen Shaojun's heart, he is the person closest to him, apart from his father and brothers
"If I can still spit blood, then it isn't too bad. It seems I still have a chance"
Shh! Are you looking for trouble? How dare you speak such words recklessly!
Suddenly, a voice came from behind. Chen Shaojun turned around and saw a young nobleman clad in a fox fur coat, his eyes fixed intently on Wei Zhen in the distance, with an expression of lust and obsession.
The more severe the Crown Prince's illness, the less time is left for the Chen family
Chen Shaojun smiled faintly, did not argue with him, gently moved aside, and stood to the side with an expression of calmness and indifference
Hehe, as the saying goes, every creature has its match. Xiao Tianjun and Xiao Wuhou are inherently proud, but it also depends on who can make them bow their heads. That would be Wei Zhen, the fairy Wei. Mr. Liu Yao could not predict her fate, stating that she is a goddess descended to the world. Mr. Guiyuan from Xiangshan forcefully attempted to pry into her heavenly secrets, only to end up spitting blood and dying. Even the elusive Mr. Yuan, who is rarely seen, avoids her, leaving behind only the words, "This woman is invaluable; with her assistance, one can ascend like a hidden dragon."
Suddenly, a voice came from ahead. Jiang Bo sat at the front of the carriage, bending his body, and comforted:
Please step aside quickly and do not block my view
The old butler nodded, yet could not help but let out a long sigh in his heart
How easy it is to talk! Haven't you heard? For this matter, the Emperor has not attended court for nearly half a month, and he has sent word that if the Crown Prince's illness cannot be cured, someone will have to die! Several batches of renowned doctors who were summoned to the palace have already perished. In my opinion, it seems that even divine beings would find it difficult to save His Highness the Crown Prince from his ailment
He gazed ahead, his expression fixed, as if contemplating some issue
The noble young man in the fox fur coat and precious sword was instantly petrified. Suddenly, a profound silence enveloped the surroundings of the imperial city, with not a sound to be heard. Boom, in the next moment, the earth-shattering event caused the crowd to erupt in fervor.
Upon hearing these words, Chen Shaojun suddenly came to his senses, smiled calmly, and confidently said
At the entrance of the imperial city, chaos ensued due to the appearance of that delicate white figure. Only Chen Shaojun remained calm, like a still pond.
However, these old butlers did not express it, fearing that he would suffer too great a blow
The crowd parted like waves, automatically creating a path for Wei Zhen.
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It is truly a stroke of good fortune. Among so many noble young gentlemen in the capital, not even a single one has the privilege to see her in person, yet I am fortunate enough to behold her true beauty here. She is simply exquisite, worth dying for. I can boast about this when I return!
The crowd murmured on the left and right, each person filled with envy. On the other side, a petite figure in white exuded nobility and elegance, radiating an ethereal aura. Accompanied by the Little Heavenly Monarch and the Little Martial Marquis, she parted the crowd, drawing closer to the imperial edict.
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The Fairy Wei is indeed a natural beauty, a radiant gem. Although she is only thirteen years old, she has already made her way onto the list of the most beautiful, outshining all others. If she continues to grow in this manner for a few more years, the title of the most beautiful in the capital will undoubtedly belong to her!
Beside the young girl, several imposing figures surrounded her like stars encircling the moon, protecting her in the center and isolating her from the crowd around.
At that moment, between the distant Little Heavenly Monarch and Little Martial Marquis, the delicate white figure suddenly trembled, as if sensing something. It turned around, and with just one glance, its eyes immediately brightened.
Indeed! I heard that the Crown Prince coughed up blood last night, and several batches of court physicians have been executed. The physicians are now at their wits' end; if it weren't for this, there wouldn't have been another imperial edict issued! The Emperor is also in a state of desperation, trying any remedy he can find
Well
Now only one piece of information is missing
I saw the Fairy Wei, I saw the Fairy Wei!
Haha, the Fairy Wei has looked over at me, the Fairy Wei has looked at me!
With a rustling sound, Wei Zhen's movement immediately attracted the attention of countless people, including the Little Heavenly Monarch and the Little Martial Marquis, who both looked over in surprise.
Yes, young master
"Look quickly, it is Fairy Wei Zhen!"
Ah!
Jiang Bo is the old steward of the Chen family, and he is already fifty-seven this year, significantly older than my father. He has watched me grow up since I was a child
Mr. Chen Shaojun observed the old butler's reaction with keen interest, offering a faint smile without engaging in any argument. Time will prove everything; facts speak louder than words.
Young Master, what brings you here
At the back of the crowd, Chen Shaojun stood quietly, listening to the discussions of the people, feeling a heaviness in his heart
Jiang Bo, take me to the imperial city
Upon witnessing this scene, the young nobleman clad in fox fur and wielding a precious sword opened his eyes wide and immediately began to dance with excitement, shouting out loud
Do not say you are favoring me; even if you just smile at me, it would be worth it
Chen Shaojun felt a jolt in his heart and followed the gaze of the crowd. In the distance, separated by more than ten zhang, he could vaguely see a petite white figure making its way towards the palace from a diagonal direction
Nevertheless, Chen Shaojun remained composed
In fact, you need not blame yourself; you have already done your best in this matter. I believe that even if the master and the young master were to find out, they would not hold it against you
Young Master
A cart wheel, emerging from the bamboo forest, an old-fashioned cart is traveling along the suburban road leading to the capital. This is a canopy cart woven from bamboo and wooden strips, with a longer carriage, covered by a rolled-up canopy, and open at both the front and the back
Among the crowd, two figures stood out in particular, one clad in blue and the other in silver, resembling towering mountains above a deep abyss, most prominent. These two individuals had piercing gazes and were tall in stature, clearly towering a head above the surrounding crowd.
The atmosphere surrounding the imperial edict was heavy, and the crowd was engaged in hushed discussions, their voices kept very low, revealing an extreme sense of apprehension. The imperial edict hanging at the entrance of the imperial city was such that, not to mention tearing it down, even those who approached within ten steps dared not come close.
As that petite figure passed by, the crowd erupted, a scene of fervor.
Jiang Bo, rest assured! I know what you are thinking. In the bamboo forest, I did not act impulsively to deliberately offend Xie Chuan and the others. Rather, I have already devised a plan. No matter what, I will definitely rescue them from my father and elder brother.
To untie the bell, one must find the person who tied it. People like Xie Chuan are utterly unreliable. My father and elder brother are imprisoned because of the Crown Prince. If we want to rescue them, the key ultimately lies with the Crown Prince
Fairy Wei, I am here!
Ha ha, I have come, Fairy Wei... ...
The young nobleman in the fox fur coat and precious sword parted the crowd, his face filled with excitement, as he pushed forward frantically. However, Wei Zhen remained oblivious, brushing past him and crossing paths with the young nobleman, before walking in another direction