Above the Galaxy
Chapter 346 - 225: Borrowing the Princess’s Tiger Skin!_3

Chapter 346: Chapter 225: Borrowing the Princess’s Tiger Skin!_3

"Today is New Year’s Eve, you all came out to handle a case, which is quite strenuous... I will tell my father to commend you for your efforts."

The spirit of Zhong Jiayuan lifted, he stood up straight, his spine as rigid as a pen, as if the Princess herself was standing before him. He said in a clear voice, "We are willing to bend over backwards and give our all for the Empire, to our dying breath."

The other members from the five divisions also stood tall and proud, saying in unison, "We are willing to bend over backwards and give our all for the Empire, to our dying breath."

They had come out on the great New Year’s Eve, bracing the wind and snow to work; did they not feel wronged in their hearts?

But if someone could tell the King about this, if the heavens themselves could hear, then all their effort and sacrifices would be worthwhile.

Wasn’t the reason they fought through blood and danger and risked their lives to work to claim merits? Was there any better reward than the King knowing they were diligently handling affairs?

The Princess’s single sentence was more useful than countless commendation reports.

"You are the pillars of talent for our Empire, do not die; you must live well." Phoenix, in her capacity as the Princess, encouraged everyone, speaking, "Handle your tasks well, then hurry back home..."

"Today is New Year’s Eve, your wives and children are all waiting at home. They are waiting for you to return safely, for a family reunion."

"Yes. With the Princess’s words, our brothers’ spirits are even higher." Zhong Jiayuan smiled and said.

"Mm. I hope your mission goes smoothly, and that you can return home soon."

Phoenix nodded, then turned to Tang Fei and asked, "Nothing’s the matter, right?"

"No problems. I was just thinking... today is New Year’s Eve, and wanted to wish you a Happy New Year..." Tang Fei explained, speaking somewhat embarrassedly, "I didn’t expect you to call at this time, just when they came to find someone..."

"Call me if there’s anything." Phoenix said.

"Sure." Tang Fei nodded and said, "Happy New Year."

In front of so many people, Phoenix didn’t express her tender emotions and said softly, "Happy New Year."

"Should we hang up?" Tang Fei asked.

"Mm, there’s a family banquet going on in the palace... I’m calling from the rest room next door..."

"..."

Everyone listening was again taken aback.

The Princess calling this young man while a family banquet was underway spoke volumes about their relationship.

This could be none other than the future Prince Consort!

After hanging up, Tang Fei looked at Zhong Jiayuan, spoke up, and invited, "This General... also surnamed Zhong?"

"Yes." Zhong Jiayuan, with a profound look in his eyes, gazed at Tang Fei thoughtfully and said, "The Princess and I are from the same family..."

"Then we are family." Tang Fei said happily. "Although I am a disciple of the Great Grandmaster, a friend of the Princess, I’m not an unreasonable person..."

"Today is New Year’s Eve, and you have to go out on duty, which is not easy. I am willing to cooperate actively... but as you saw just now, your subordinate... his attitude was too rude, even tried to break down the door..."

"If I don’t step in... where would my Grandmaster’s face be put? And the Princess’s face?"

Zhong Jiayuan also broke out in a cold sweat upon hearing this; he knew the people living in this area were either rich or noble, not the kind one would want to offend.

But this Tang Fei... behind him were the Great Grandmaster and the Princess...

He had connections that reached the heavens.

If he had really let his subordinates break down Tang Fei’s door, neither the Great Grandmaster nor the Princess would let him off easy.

Although they were subordinates of Yan Wenli, the Mad Dog, they were not Mad Dogs themselves...

Zhong Jiayuan bowed deeply to Tang Fei and said, "My brothers below were disrespectful in their words, I have offended Brother Tang... please forgive us."

"What are you talking about?" Tang Fei said with a hearty wave of his hand. "It’s all for the good of the Empire, I am deeply graced by the Royal Family, and the King has even specifically arranged a position for me as the Deputy Captain of the Imperial Guard... I say this not to boast."

"I just want to tell you, when someone crosses the Empire, it makes me very angry. We must find a way to capture those who harm the flock."

"Oh, right, you still have official matters to handle..." Tang Fei stepped aside from the main gate and said, "Aren’t you going to search inside? Please come in... do not delay the brothers’ official duties."

"What are you saying, Brother Tang?" Zhong Jiayuan feigned anger, saying, "You are a friend of the Princess, a disciple of the Great Grandmaster, and even the King trusts you, appointing you as the Deputy Captain of the Guard... how could such a person possibly hide criminals?"

He turned and looked at the brothers from the five divisions and said, "Brothers, is it not so?"

"Exactly. A friend of the Princess, how could they commit such foolish acts?"

"A person valued by the Great Grandmaster can’t be wrong..."

"Only an idiot would do such a thing..."

"We believe in you..."

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"Let’s still search." Tang Fei invited again, saying, "Don’t worry, it will also help clear any suspicion about me..."

"What suspicion?" Zhong Jiayuan insisted on refusing, they had already offended Tang Fei before, now to send someone to search his place would openly show a lack of trust in him.

This young man of few years had won the favor of many important people, he must be arrogant and would absolutely not appreciate being challenged in his authority, having his face undermined...

If he harbored resentment in his heart, it would not bode well for Zhong Jiayuan.

Such a person might not be able to help you with anything, but could stab you in the back at a critical moment.

Like how he had just complained directly to the Princess, and if the Princess then mentioned their violent law enforcement to the King...

Would he be the first to be knocked out when promotion opportunities arose under equal conditions?

"Brother Tang Fei is a paragon of loyalty and righteousness... if anyone says you’re sheltering a criminal, I, Zhong Jiayuan, will be the first to confront them... we brothers from the five divisions all trust you..."

"Indeed, indeed." The brothers from the five divisions said.

"Then... brothers, come in for a drink?" Tang Fei said.

"Next time, next time." Zhong Jiayuan wore a regretful expression and said, "Today I’m on official business, when I’m free I’ll set a table to properly treat Brother Tang... at that time, I hope Brother Tang will do us the honor."

"Of course, of course. I also enjoy making friends with brothers who value loyalty."

"Likewise."

"Ha-ha-ha..."

The two laughed heartily, looking as if they had known each other for a lifetime.