Zhang San, please behave yourself!
Chapter 335 - 321: I Find It Ominous

Chapter 335: Chapter 321: I Find It Ominous

Zhang San had comprehended the essence of all attack methods, and thus he understood the core principles of archery.

At this time, when Zhang San analyzed how to counter the Zheng Family’s Meteor Arrow Technique again, he actually found it much easier to think through.

The characteristic of the Meteor Arrow Technique is its speed, which not only allows more arrows to be shot within a unit of time but, more importantly, the arrows fly faster.

Many people believe that getting closer to the archer would reduce their advantage, little knowing that the Zheng Family’s archers, due to their fast shooting speed, increase their hit probability as you get closer.

With the arrows’ fast speed, their power might even increase.

This, in turn, makes getting close a very dangerous thing.

Unless, of course, you could appear right next to the Zheng Family’s archer in an instant.

But those skilled in archery are bound to possess great arm strength and back strength, and if the opponent knows certain Martial Styles, the outcome of close combat is really unpredictable.

Therefore, the best way to counter the Zheng Family’s Meteor Arrow Technique is to stay even farther away than them.

As long as your distance is far enough, beyond the effective range of the Zheng Family’s Meteor Arrow Technique, they will find it difficult to hit you, yet you can still strike them effectively.

Thus, Zhang San began to use the cultivation resources he had previously obtained from the Town Martial Office and accelerated his Body Refinement process like mad.

And this time, his main focus in Body Refinement was on certain acupoints on his arms and back, preparing himself to overwhelm the Zheng Family’s Meteor Arrow Technique with his archery.

At this moment, as twilight began, in the Imperial Palace, Kaihuang was dining with Empress Dugu.

In his lifetime, Kaihuang married only one woman, that was Empress Dugu.

Although Empress Dugu had aged, Kaihuang’s love for her had not diminished at all.

At this moment, the two were sitting together, having their dinner.

Though it was the dinner of a sovereign, it consisted of only four dishes and one soup, but tonight, with the Empress present, two of these dishes were meat.

Usually, there was only one meat dish, and sometimes, there wasn’t even one.

Kaihuang was known for his frugality, a fact well known throughout the court, but many thought this was just a slogan to flaunt his moral sensibility.

In reality, however, Kaihuang had always been frugal.

As the most honored couple in the Great Sui dined on the simplest meals, suddenly, someone from outside the palace gate announced that Princess Qionghua had arrived.

Upon hearing that their youngest daughter had come, the couple was very pleased.

Empress Dugu immediately ordered, "Someone, go bring four more dishes. It’s been a long time since we had a meal with Qiong."

Kaihuang said with a laugh, "Qiong’s here, I’m afraid four more dishes won’t be enough. Hahaha..."

At that moment, Princess Qionghua, with a stable build, a cute yet plumper face, pouted and walked in.

"Mother, Father thinks I’m fat."

Saying this, Princess Qionghua walked over to the Empress and sat down, pulling at the Empress’s hand and acting coquettishly.

The Empress looked at her youngest and favorite daughter with a smile, glancing at Kaihuang.

"Don’t mind him, Qiong, whatever you want to eat, I’ll have someone make it for you."

Princess Qionghua smiled and shook her head, then said to the attendants nearby, "The same meal as Father and Mother is fine. Would I not be able to eat the simple meal you can, when I have come to dine with you? Though I’m not so fond of it, I can still pretend for a meal.

Kaihuang laughed, then asked, "So, there are quite a few who pretend in front of your father?"

Princess Qionghua looked at Kaihuang and said softly, "Of course. If you and Mother can eat such simple food every day for the sake of the world, that is a saintly act. But looking around the world, how many saints can there be?"

Although Kaihuang knew his daughter was trying to cheer him up and flatter him, listening to it was still pleasant.

So, the family of three happily began to eat.

"Father Emperor, Mother Empress, I plan to move and stay with my elder sister for some time," she said.

Kaihuang pondered for a moment but did not speak.

Empress Dugu immediately said, "Once you are there, if you need anything, just take it from the palace."

"Mother Empress, rest assured, Father Emperor, though frugal, wouldn’t skimp on his daughter’s expenses! Plus, sometimes I will bring my sister back to my northern palace, so don’t worry."

At this moment, Kaihuang suddenly thought of something and asked, "You are moving out now all of a sudden, is it because you know that Zheng Poyue has returned from the northern front?"

Upon hearing this name, Princess Qionghua frowned.

And Empress Gudu curiously said, "Zheng Poyue is a child of the Zheng family, right? I remember he’s also one of the Four Young Masters of the Capital? Could it be..."

Kaihuang quickly explained, "This child was somewhat unruly at first, but after spending time in the Northern Army, he grew quite a bit. Not long ago, he even advanced to the Spiritual Platform Realm and recently returned to the Capital to report on his duties. I think this young man has great potential, so I mentioned him to Qionghua recently. Qionghua, have you secretly gone to see him?"

Princess Qionghua did not hide it and nodded.

"Since you’ve seen him, should I find an excuse to summon him to the palace later, so your Mother Empress can also see this Zheng Poyue?"

Kaihuang did not state it directly, but if Princess Qionghua agreed to the summons, it would mean she was interested; otherwise, it meant she was not.

Princess Qionghua let out a cold laugh.

"Father Emperor, let’s wait a few days. I see Zheng Poyue constantly causing trouble for Zhang San, and he’s arrogant and tactless. Let’s see how it goes, if he messes up and ruins himself, then we can spare the summons. Otherwise, it would be bad luck if he were summoned and then died just days after being sent away."

Earlier, when Kaihuang heard that Princess Qionghua wanted to move out for a while, he thought she was interested in someone.

But now it seemed that, contrary to his earlier thoughts, she was not.

"By the way, elder sister mentioned she wanted to let Baili join the Town Martial Office."

Kaihuang sighed. He knew that the Baili family had joined the Town Demon Office not long after its establishment and were now an indispensable force there.

"Since she has asked, agree to it."

"Thank you, Father Emperor."

At this moment, Empress Dugu curiously said, "Qiong, who is this Zhang San you mentioned? I feel like I’ve heard that name before, but I can’t remember which family’s son he is."

Qiong smiled and said, "Zhang San is just an Acting Military Chief at the Town Martial Office on Chuan-Yu Road, not a son from any family. However..."

Speaking of which, Qiong’s cheeks blushed slightly.

"While Zhang San is average, it’s actually Zhang San’s sworn brothers who are quite impressive. I feel like their future prospects are limitless."

"Ahem... I don’t know much myself; I’ve just heard others say so."

At this point, Princess Qionghua also felt like she had inadvertently revealed something.

"Father Emperor, Mother Empress, I’ve finished eating. I’ll go pack my belongings now and move to my elder sister’s place."

Kaihuang watched as Princess Qionghua ran off.

Although she was his and the Empress’s favorite daughter, she was also the one he worried most might not marry off.

Though a princess was not likely to lack suitors,

he needed not just any imperial son-in-law but a husband who could truly care for Qiong.

"Come here, before 23 p.m. tonight, I want all the information on Zhang San’s sworn brothers!"