In a chaotic world, border soldiers begin their journey by enlisting in the army and getting married

After everything was arranged, it was getting late. Huangfu Yueling insisted on getting a free meal, and Chen Shan couldn't do anything about it.

This woman seems to be close to my family, but my affection for her hasn't increased much.

Chen Shan even wondered if agreeing to rebel with her would increase her favorability towards him.

However, this thought only flashed through his mind; Chen Shan had no interest in stirring up any rebellion.

Let's settle things with the Xiao family first.

Evening, inside the room.

Chen Shan sat quietly, and Hei Bing's figure slowly emerged from the shadows.

"My lord, we have made progress."

Hearing Hei Bing's voice, Chen Shan opened his eyes, his face already showing interest.

Operation Black Ice Platform has been going on for several days now, and it's unclear what information they've uncovered.

"Speak."

"Your Majesty, the Purple Immortal Pavilion within the Seven Kingdoms is controlled by a force called Ancient Qin. According to various investigations, Ancient Qin was the last unified dynasty. However, the Seven Kingdoms do not have much information about Ancient Qin and seem to intend to destroy it."

"Every Purple Fairy in Purple Fairy Pavilion originates from the royal bloodline of this dynasty."

As Hei Bing explained, Chen Shan began to ponder.

The ancient Qin Dynasty?

The once unified dynasty has now collapsed. What's even more interesting is that the seven states chose to unify and erase all information about the ancient Qin dynasty.

It remains unknown to the world.

Even if a dynasty falls from grace, it should be recorded in history books, but the situation of the ancient Qin Dynasty seems to be somewhat beyond expectations.

As for Zi Xian, Chen Shan had already suspected that their identities were unusual.

"My lord, our investigation has revealed that all seven royal families have had a Zi Xian who served as a royal consort or even an empress. However, the royal family is very secretive, and it will take us some time to investigate further."

Seeing Hei Bing say this, Chen Shan had a general understanding.

"How is the situation in the capital?"

Compared to the situation of Zixianlou in various countries, what Chen Shan needs most right now is the intelligence network in the capital.

That's the most important thing.

"Your Majesty, the main investigation in the capital is into the affairs of the Xiao family back then. Several Grand Secretaries from the Hanlin Academy are involved. Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, they colluded with the princes to frame the Xiao family."

"Furthermore, there are secrets in the Prime Minister's residence, but they are heavily guarded, and we have not yet discovered them."

"As for the palace, there is a clandestine force. We have crossed paths with them, but they did not stop us."

Chen Shan was also surprised after Hei Bing finished speaking.

Chen Shan wasn't surprised by the existence of a clandestine force, but what surprised him was that this clandestine force didn't stop the Black Ice Platform.

Surely these people aren't from the Southern Slaughter King's Mansion?

Even a prince's mansion would be wary of an unknown force lurking in the capital.

It's not to the point of being indifferent.

Chen Shan was certain that no one knew about this Black Ice Platform except for his wives.

Even though Huangfu Yueling was close to him, she was still unaware of the existence of the Black Ice Platform.

"Be careful of this clandestine force. Avoid conflict for now, and investigate if possible."

The Black Ice Platform is, after all, hidden in the shadows, and it can remain hidden for as long as possible, which is only beneficial to Chen Shan.

"Yes, my lord."

Watching Hei Bing leave, Chen Shan pondered that Hei Bing hadn't been there long enough and hadn't yet taken root.

The information that can be obtained is ultimately limited.

They couldn't even figure out which prince the prime minister was plotting with.

Although Chen Shan had initially guessed that it was the fourth prince, Huangfu Yueling's evaluation of the fourth prince did not involve the prime minister.

This led Chen Shan to suspect that it wasn't the Fourth Prince.

According to the information he had, there were as many as five princes in the royal family, and these were the five princes residing in the capital.

After all, the royal family was too complicated. Chen Shan still couldn't figure out how the emperor managed to suppress these princes, prevent them from leaving the capital, and even refuse to grant them the title of king.

Moreover, the emperor lived in the palace and did not even have the right to establish his own residence.

"The situation in the capital is far more complicated than I thought."

Chen Shan sighed. As night fell, after dinner, Liu Ruyu went to Chen Shan's room.

The girls serving the emperor were originally at their own pace, but recently they had all been quite busy, especially Xu Sijing and the others, who were exhausted from handling academy affairs.

She didn't have the extra energy to take care of Chen Shan.

Chen Shan was somewhat surprised to see Liu Ruyu enter.

Since more and more women have been around her, Liu Ruyu has almost disappeared from the public eye, making no demands and without complaining.

Looking at Liu Ruyu, Chen Shan felt a little guilty and immediately reached out to pull her into his arms.

Chen Shan knew very well that even if Liu Ruyu had been wronged, she would never tell him.

Because she didn't want to talk about it, and didn't want to cause trouble for Chen Shan.

"Ruyu, I'm sorry to have wronged you."

Looking at Liu Ruyu and thinking back carefully, he realized that she had been following Chen Shan for two years since that night in the village.

During this time, she never complained and always silently took care of Chen Shan's household affairs.

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

"I just miss you."

Liu Ruyu blushed and lightly punched Chen Shan's chest with her fist.

Among the wives, Liu Ruyu was indeed relatively weak. Although everyone called her "elder sister" and assumed she was the eldest sister in the family, Chen Shan knew in his heart that she felt inferior.

When important matters are discussed, Liu Ruyu often finds herself unable to get a word in edgewise, partly because she doesn't know as much as others, and partly because she lacks the ability to do so.

"I know."

"Ruyu, is there anything you'd like to do?"

Chen Shan looked at Liu Ruyu with affection. Everyone had things they wanted to do, but Liu Ruyu didn't make any requests.

"I...I just want a child..."

Liu Ruyu lowered her head, her face burning red. Although they were an old married couple, they actually didn't spend much time sleeping together.

"Oh... I'll try my best."

Chen Shan was stunned. He realized that Liu Ruyu wanted to continue his family line.

I'll definitely do my best tonight.

Chen Shan smiled, and his arm around Liu Ruyu began to wander.

As the music reached its climax, harmonious melodies filled the air, bringing a touch of spring to the room.

The next morning, Chen Shan looked relaxed as he glanced at Liu Ruyu, who was still fast asleep beside him, and quietly left.

As soon as I stepped into the courtyard, I saw Nan Tu Rou already sitting there.

Even Huangfu Yueling came over early in the morning.

Chen Shan was also surprised to see the two women.

"What are you doing?"

"Are you here so early in the morning to freeload breakfast?"

Chen Shan looked at the two of them suspiciously.

Nan Tu Rou glanced at the room behind Chen Shan, her eyes clearly showing some strange emotions.

He then said impatiently, "I came to see you because I have something to say."

"His Majesty knows about the academy's affairs and approves of them, but some trouble has arisen."

Upon hearing Nan Tu Rou's words, Chen Shan immediately perked up.