Chapter 10

Qi Sheng finally looked up at me

Qisheng let out two cold laughs, yet remained silent

I opened my mouth again, yet I still did not dare to speak

As soon as I fell silent, Qi Sheng also stopped, and the car fell silent once more. I could only gesture to him, saying: "Please, after you."

Qisheng remained silent, and fearing that my words might be too vague, I straightforwardly stated: "A man should prioritize his career; there are beautiful women everywhere, so why be infatuated with just one?"

I immediately responded: "I will be a widow!"

I was pondering, could it be that this statement does not align with his thoughts?

I opened it and found that it contained a biographical account of over ninety members of the Zhang family, young and old, from top to bottom

Qi Sheng stared at me for a long time, probably unable to discern anything, he merely scoffed, leaned forward, took a book from the drawer on the side of the carriage, and then tossed it to me: "Memorize it as soon as possible"

Thus, I had no choice but to continue speaking to myself in a serious manner: "If you still wish to listen, then heed my words; if not, then it is better to step aside early, so that others may benefit from your personal favor."

Firstly, overestimating one's own intelligence

I solemnly stated: "Your current situation is extremely difficult; there are powerful nations eyeing you from the outside, and internal strife among brothers over succession. Any misstep could lead to an irretrievable predicament."

Qi Sheng was relatively cooperative this time, lightly asking: "What?"

This issue has left me drenched in cold sweat. Although I have no experience with time travel, I have read a few time travel novels. Even a little girl who travels through time knows to conceal the truth of her journey. As a grown man, how can I tell him that I am actually a time traveler

I quickly supported Zhang's proud bosom with both hands and said softly, "Your Highness, I am your Crown Princess"

As the saying goes, the bond between men can be summarized as follows: First, they have shared the same roof; second, they have fought side by side; third, they have engaged in illicit activities together; and fourth, they have divided the spoils together

I quickly nodded: "Alright"

Qi Sheng's expression gradually darkened

Hey! It feels heavy; if I don't wear a bra all the time, it will definitely sag sooner or later

I just said, I am not someone who persuades others

Which set does he prefer to eat more?

Bang!

I opened my mouth but did not speak

Underestimating Qi Sheng's intelligence

Quickly added another sentence: "However, I advise you, it is best not to bring Jiang into the palace; once this woman is brought into the home, she will change completely..."

... ...

Qi Shenghan asked in a cold voice: "Who exactly are you?"

Qisheng said again: "In the future, if I become emperor, you will be my empress. If I fail to become emperor and achieve my ambitions, you..."

I looked up at Qi Cheng, then lowered my head to read the character profile, and then looked up at Qi Cheng again

Qi Sheng's lips twitched, yet he ultimately did not speak

In this way, I use her and she uses me; as long as I can express myself clearly, can Qi Sheng understand it

Qi Sheng's expression darkened further

Secondly, it is to overestimate the intelligence of others

I sat up straight, adopting a formal demeanor: "Then it is my turn to speak."

Qi Sheng remained unresponsive, merely raising his eyebrows slightly.

I cleared my throat and asked, "Do you have anything else to say?"

Qi Sheng smiled and said, "Oh? And then?"

I should tell him: In fact, I should be the true Zhang. Originally, I have been using Zhang's body, while Zhang has been using my body. Now, I have used my body for over ten years, and she has used her body for over twenty years. All things considered, I have actually used her body for a few more years, which is quite a benefit for me

I looked at him, pondering how to engage him in conversation. Should I be tactful or straightforward? Should I adopt a gentle teaching approach or be more direct and assertive?

Qi Sheng stopped and looked at me

I am waiting for his words, "What do you want to do, and what if you don't want to do it?"

I have a bit of sweat on my forehead, trying hard to maintain a calm expression on my face

The result was awaited for a long time, but it did not arrive

Could it be that I misjudged the situation? Or have I made a third mistake

One, two, and four have all been excluded, so it seems that only the third option remains.

This person is most prone to making two mistakes

Qi Sheng's lips subtly moved, yet he remained silent.

Qi Sheng suddenly slammed the scroll in his hand onto the low table, his face darkened as he looked at me

Qisheng looked at me in this manner and, thinking I had some concerns, said lightly: "If you have anything to say, just speak up, no need to hold back"

I slapped my thigh: "Oh woman! You are destined to be an emperor, with three thousand beauties in the harem, all shapes and charms at your disposal. What more could you want? Why must you hang yourself on a small willow tree? Huh? With your conditions, you could wield a silver spear every day and be a new groom every night!"

Qi Sheng further stated: "Yang Yan is the youngest son of Yang Yu. He had been in Jiangbei until a year ago when he came to Shengdu. I do not know how he ended up associating with Lao Jiu."

"Let us set aside the Jiang family for now," I said, "especially those foolish words about a lifetime partnership; such things are not befitting of an emperor to utter"

I see that Qi Sheng remains unmoved, so I have no choice but to change my approach and decide to speak frankly: "In fact, if you like that Jiang woman, it's easy to say. Just flatter her a bit, deceive her a little, and that will suffice. Women must never be spoiled; if you pamper her for a day, she will act coy with you. If you indulge her for two days, she will dare to throw a tantrum. If you spoil her for three days, well! She will have the audacity to turn the house upside down. Moreover, you are still a prince, and Jiang is the Princess of Zhao. No matter how much you like her, what can you do? It will only give others the chance to catch you by the little things and pull you down from your position as prince! Only when you become emperor will all the women in the world be yours. What of your brother's wife? Just find an excuse to send the Prince of Zhao away, one that will keep him gone for a year and a half. Wouldn't the Princess of Zhao then be at your mercy? Just one thing you must pay attention to: you need to calculate the timing correctly. Once Jiang's belly grows, you must quickly summon the Prince of Zhao back. Even if you can't fool the Prince of Zhao, at least you can deceive outsiders..."

Qi Sheng furrowed his brow, simply picked up the scroll, and lowered his head, no longer looking at me

I am seizing the moment again: "Do you know what is most abundant in this world?"

Well, I assume you have been listening all along. I quickly went through what I wanted to say in my mind, and then I asked seriously: "Do you really still want to be the emperor?"

Qisheng did not respond, but simply focused intently on the book.

Qi Sheng silently looked at me, his gaze very complex

Qi Sheng's eyes moved slightly, finally showing some reaction to https://www.hetushucomcom, yet he maintained a calm tone: "What are you saying?"

Alas, I am not very good at persuading others

Qi Sheng fixed his sharp gaze on me and said coldly, "If you make even the slightest mistake this time, I will have no choice but to keep you under house arrest when we return."

I found it strange, not because Yang Yan's background is so complex, but rather because I was puzzled as to why Qi Sheng had the patience to discuss these matters with me

Because of the Eighteen Touches? I speculate

I quickly shifted the topic aside: "If you truly cherish that Jiang family, then why not simply let Prince Zhao die in the line of duty? The Princess Zhao, Jiang, can then feign following her husband in death. After that, you can hide that Jiang somewhere else, and after a year or so, present her as the niece, granddaughter, or adopted daughter of some high-ranking official. You can send her to your palace, and she will have a legitimate status, whether as a noble consort, a virtuous consort, or a graceful consort, according to your wishes! You are the emperor now; who would dare to object?" You are the emperor now; who would dare to object?

Qisheng was still looking at me coldly

Qi Sheng looked at me with some surprise and said, "Yang Yan's father, Yang Yu, was originally the eldest son of General Mai. He was adopted by General Mai to be the heir of the loyal and valiant Duke Yang Mo. However, since Duke Yang passed away early, although he was adopted, he grew up under General Mai's care. Later, for some unknown reason, he became entangled with the Cui family of the Northern Desert. Yang Yu had caused some incidents in his earlier years, but during the reign of the late emperor, he was greatly favored, and no one could do anything about him.