Protect Our Clan Leader
Chapter 1549 - 87: Inviting King Chaoyang to Stay in Dongqian (Seeking Monthly Tickets)_5

Chapter 1549: Chapter 87: Inviting King Chaoyang to Stay in Dongqian (Seeking Monthly Tickets)_5

After all, the existence of Sky Pillar was too extraordinary, aside from Emperor Longchang, Wang Shouzhe could think of no one else who would "out of consideration for Princess Qingluo" provide Wu Mingyuan with intelligence support.

No more idle chatter.

A moment after Little Jizi left, Little Xiangzi was led into the Warm Pavilion.

"Your Highness," Little Xiangzi reported after offering standard courtesies, "The latest news from [Sky Pillar] is that the shipyards across the Western Sea are almost completed. The first batch of three [Kunmu Giant Vessels] has begun construction, with an estimated construction period of about ten years."

"Hehe~ Yinsha Sect has really splurged, to actually build three shipyards at once – it seems they will have to invest their funds for the next few years in these Kunmu Giant Vessels." Emperor Zi’an smiled slightly, not paying much attention, "Let them be. We will proceed according to our own plans."

"Yes." Little Xiangzi bowed to take the order and then reported another matter, "Additionally, there was an important piece of news from Beizhou today. Emperor Qingfeng of Beizhou recently announced that he would hold a public selection of a suitor for Duchess of Luo Jia, allowing all outstanding young individuals under 250 years of age within the Immortal Dynasty’s sphere of influence to participate."

"A public suitor selection?" Emperor Zi’an was taken aback.

This is indeed rare.

"Yes. It is said that this Beizhou Duchess of Luo Jia is beautifully featured and well-regarded by the common folks, and she possesses the posture of Great Heavenly Proud, greatly favored by Emperor Qingfeng." Little Xiangzi informed, "Not wishing to slight the Little Princess, Emperor Qingfeng made the exceptional decision to hold a public suitor selection among various nations and the Immortal Dynasty. Little Xiangzi rushed back to report as soon as the news was obtained because Your Highness had previously ordered to keep an eye out for girls with Heavenly Chosen Talent in other countries."

"Duchess of Luo Jia of Beizhou... I do have some impression of her; indeed, a talented individual." Wang Shizhao recalled for a moment, and it quickly came to him, "Now that you mention it, this Duchess is not yet 180 years old, younger than Sheng Commandery Prince by several decades, and their qualifications are quite comparable, making her a very suitable marriage candidate."

"Indeed." Emperor Zi’an also had some impression.

Sky Pillar not only collects domestic intelligence but also gathers information from other countries. Naturally, they also have information on Beizhou. The more capable among Emperor Qingfeng’s descendants are listed on their side, albeit without as detailed information.

"Your Highness, our Great Qian is currently trying to open up trade routes with Beizhou, and if we can marry this Duchess, not only will the marriage of Sheng Commandery Prince be settled, but trade negotiations will also be much easier, which is extremely beneficial for the future development of Great Qian," Wang Shizhao considered for a moment, then said gravely, "Your Highness, I propose that we immediately assemble an entourage to accompany Sheng Commandery Prince to Beizhou, and make every effort to bring back this Duchess of Luo Jia to Great Qian."

"Good, this matter is a great fortune." Emperor Zi’an waved his hand, deciding without hesitation.

He had been concerned about his son’s marriage prospects, and just as he was, Beizhou comes with a public suitor selection; isn’t this a pillow for his sleepiness?

How could he disagree?

He calculated jubilantly but felt somewhat uneasy, then continued, "Shi Zhao, you take care of this matter personally, I feel uneasy entrusting it to others."

"Furthermore, on this trip to Beizhou, there will inevitably be competition with the young elites from other nations or the Immortal Dynasty. In addition to Shengjun, call up all the young talents of suitable age from Return to Dragon City, have them accompany Shengjun to bolster his presence in Beizhou – we cannot afford to lose face. Oh yes..."

At this point, he paused, then looked at Wang Shizhao: "Hurry and send a message back to your grandfather. I know that your family has many talented youths hidden away, surely send out a couple to bolster Great Qian’s presence. This is a matter of upholding Great Qian’s dignity, and the Wang family is part of Great Qian, naturally, it is your unshirkable responsibility."

Thinking about this, he couldn’t help but grit his teeth.

He has long coveted those talented youths in the Wang family, but Wang Shouzhe always made excuses that they were too young and needed experience, not willing to spare even one to serve him – infuriating!

This time, he had to wrestle a few out by hook or by crook.

"Er... I can only try my best to strive for this, the specifics will still depend on my grandfather’s intentions." Wang Shizhao felt helpless, expressing his frustration in an understated way, "Your Highness, as you know, my status as Lil Junior Clan Leader at home is... sigh... otherwise, I wouldn’t be..."

Wang Shizhao’s heart was heavy, and Emperor Zi’an was, of course, even more depressed. Every time he listened to Wang Shizhao’s sighs hinting at himself as someone exiled to Imperial Capital, he felt deeply spurned.

All because of Shouzhe’s mistake, not setting a good example for the clan.

Emperor Zi’an was brooding indignantly, thinking that when he had some leisure time, he must go to the Changning garrison to play a few games of chess with him.

...

Main Residence of the Changning Wang Clan

In Shouzhe’s small courtyard.

Wang Shouzhe was wholly engrossed in tutoring Wang Zongkun in his studies.

Meanwhile, Liu Ruolan busied herself in the kitchen, personally preparing some culinary nourishment for Zongkun, famously known as the "brain-boosting sacred grade ingredient."

Whenever a child at home faced intense academic pressure, she would exhibit the grace of a "virtuous wife and good mother," focusing on studying with them and using various methods to help them replenish their nourishment.

Every child went through this, and it proved that the success rate was quite high.

As for Zongkun, he was floating above his desk, manipulating water currents to lift a brush, frantically scribbling away at his test papers.

Though his round head did not show it, his heart was already a river of tears.

These past few months have definitely been the most torturous days of his life. Every day, as soon as he opened his eyes, he would start doing practice problems, attending classes from morning until bedtime, with only a short break at noon, even dreaming about solving questions at night.

To endure such hardships and still have to eat his mother’s "loving nourishment"...

What evil had he believed in that made him want to take extra lessons from father? Would it be okay if he stopped the tutoring?

Wuwuwu~ Jing Jing sister, I regret it~~ Why haven’t you come to pick me up~~~

"Achoo, achoo~"

Just as the family was enjoying a harmonious moment, Wang Shouzhe suddenly sneezed twice without warning and couldn’t help but frown slightly.

He wondered who was speaking ill of him behind his back.

And it was at this time.

Suddenly, a trusted household guard hurriedly came to report: "Reporting to the Family Head, there is news from Emperor Longchang’s side. He was injured in a conflict while drawing a top-quality Spirit Vein."

Injured?

Wang Shouzhe’s brows furrowed.

Even though Emperor Longchang’s strength was at the bottom of his peers in the Transcendent Void Realm, who could have injured him?

Could it be a conflict with the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom?

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