Rebirth: Pampered by the Lord
Chapter 597 - Chapter 597 Chapter 597 the Capital

Chapter 597: Chapter 597: the Capital Chapter 597: Chapter 597: the Capital The carriage gradually came to a halt in front of a mansion.

This mansion was opulently grand, with two majestic stone lions at the entrance and several servants guarding it, immediately signaling that the owner was no ordinary person.

Above the main entrance hung a glittering plaque inscribed with three large characters, General’s Mansion.

The moment the servants at the gate saw the War Prince’s carriage approaching, they hurriedly ran inside.

Of course, they went to inform their master.

The arrival of the Ghost King was a significant event for them, akin to the Emperor himself visiting.

Soon after, General Situ rushed out with a large group of his household to greet the War Prince.

“This subordinate did not know of Your Highness’s visit, and failed to welcome you from afar. Please forgive me,” said General Situ as he knelt with his family in front of the sedan chair, respectfully.

“It doesn’t matter, this Prince was merely passing by. Everyone, rise,” a chilling voice came from inside the sedan.

“Thank you, Your Highness.”

Everyone promptly thanked him together before daring to stand.

Long Yi stood in front of the sedan and pulled aside the curtain, and Long Rui adjusted his clothes before slowly stepping out.

The braver onlookers stealthily glanced over, seeing this awe-inspiring War Prince, tall and slender, clad in a blue robe that perfectly suited his well-proportioned figure. From behind, he truly resembled a remarkably handsome man. Unfortunately, the bluish mask with a fierce-looking visage spoiled his beauty.

Those in the know understood that the War Prince wore a mask to hide his ugliness.

However, others gossiped, wondering why he chose such a terrifying mask to scare people!

Over time, that was how he came to be known as the Ghost King.

General Situ nervously ushered the War Prince, Long Rui, into the mansion.

The female family members followed them inside.

Among them, a few elegantly dressed young ladies initially walked at the forefront but gradually fell back, seemingly wanting to keep their distance from the War Prince.

They were all daughters of General Situ.

Long Yi, observing their behavior, understood their intentions all too well–seeing the master with a mask, they presumed he was terribly hideous, despised him, and feared that the master, renowned for his amorous reputation, might take a liking to them. Unfortunately, considering the master’s high status and power, the General’s Mansion was of little consequence. If he really took an interest in them, they couldn’t escape, so they were thinking of ways to avoid the master!

Long Yi sneered internally. With their quality, how could the master ever fancy them? Miss Xuexue was far superior in every aspect except her lower social status; even in business, he admitted he could not compare to her.

The Hall

After sitting down, the maids served hot tea and then stepped aside, standing by with their hands down, waiting for orders.

“Your Highness, please enjoy the tea,” General Situ, seated below Long Rui, said respectfully.

“Hmm!” Long Rui reached out to take a sip from the tea cup, then set it down, turned his head, and gestured to Long Yi.

Understanding the gesture, Long Yi quickly stepped forward, handing a scroll to Long Rui: “Master.”

In fact, Long Yi didn’t understand why the master had brought this painting to General Situ’s Mansion.

Long Rui unrolled the painting, and his usually cold eyes softened. After a good while, he looked up at General Situ and said, “General Situ, recently, on a whim, this Prince painted this picture, and it turned out quite well. Why don’t you come over and assess it? See if it’s any good?”

“A portrait drawn by Your Highness is certainly excellent,” General Situ replied with utmost respect, as unless he had nine lives, he dared not criticize the Prince.