The Prodigal Son

Xu Wan showed Zhao Yan no respect whatsoever.

It was as if they didn't take Zhao Yan seriously at all.

Even though Zhao Yan was well-mannered, being so disrespected by Xu Wan in public still made him furious.

"Xu Wan!"

Zhao Yan suddenly raised her voice: "I'm warning you, don't be ungrateful! Take your men and leave right now, and I can pretend nothing happened!"

You bitch!

Has Qin Yu bewitched her?

If you can't even see the basic situation clearly, how dare you shout at yourself here?

After I marry His Majesty, I will definitely teach her a lesson!

Let her know that she's nothing but an ant!

"You're not qualified!"

Xu Wan sneered: "I'm warning you too, Lu Yong and the others have slandered His Majesty, and the evidence is conclusive. The Baojing Division is arresting them according to the law, and no one except His Majesty can stop them! Are you protecting them because you're afraid they'll implicate you?"

"Ha, you still want to slander this young master?"

Zhao Yan sneered, "Lu Yong and the others are my guests! If you want to arrest them and take them to the Imperial Mirror Bureau, fine! But bring me the imperial edict!"

Upon hearing Zhao Yan's words, a cold glint flashed in Xu Wan's eyes.

Although she had no evidence, she was certain that Zhao Yan was the mastermind behind those rumors!

However, Zhao Yan was, after all, the heir apparent of the Prince of Chengyang.

If she were to imprison Zhao Yan in the Baojing Division, she would not only implicate herself but also put His Majesty and Qin Yu in an even more passive position.

However, seeing Zhao Yan's fearless demeanor, she felt a surge of anger.

Suppressing her anger, Xu Wan retorted sharply, "Taking a few mere rabble is nothing; it doesn't require an imperial edict! If one day it's necessary to arrest the Crown Prince and imprison him in the Imperial Mirror Bureau, I will certainly bring His Majesty's edict!"

"Even if you wanted to take this prince, it wouldn't be your turn!"

Zhao Yan smiled contemptuously, "Today, I, the Crown Prince, will make this clear! Without an imperial decree, you will not be taking Lu Yong and the others away!"

Hearing Zhao Yan's words, Lu Yong and the others couldn't help but shout in their hearts: "The Crown Prince is mighty!"

Emboldened!

This is the source of the confidence of the Crown Prince of Chengyang!

As long as Zhao Yan protects them to the death, Xu Wan won't be able to touch them!

Xu Wan's eyes flashed with a cold light, and she suddenly stepped forward: "What if I insist on taking them away?"

"Then let's see if you have the guts!"

As Zhao Yan spoke, he led Lu Yong and the others behind the door, then ordered the guards to block the entrance. He then stared imposingly at Xu Wan through the doorway, saying, "If you can bear the consequences of trespassing on my residence, then feel free to rush in and take her!"

He wasn't afraid at all that Xu Wan would bring her men and storm in!

As long as Xu Wan dares to rush in, he can use this as an excuse to make trouble!

At that time, they might even be able to say that Qin Yu instructed Xu Wan to do this!

Deliver another fatal blow to Qin Yu!

I'm afraid Xu Wan might yell loudly but not actually have the guts!

Seeing Zhao Yan's confident and fearless demeanor, Xu Wan couldn't help but clench her fists tightly.

She really wanted to lead her people straight in.

But her reason told her that she couldn't do that.

Seeing that Xu Wan didn't move, Zhao Yan raised an eyebrow and smiled: "What, you don't dare?"

Hearing Zhao Yan's words, Lu Yong and the others also burst into laughter, feeling emboldened.

They were certain that Xu Wan wouldn't dare to rush in!

Xu Wan cannot afford the consequences of rushing in!

Sensing the arrogance of this group, Xu Wan's anger surged. She snatched a crossbow from one of her men and aimed it directly at Lu Yong's leg, who was laughing heartily.

Whoosh!

The crossbow bolt pierced the air and flew away.

clang!

A crisp sound rang out as Cao Zhong swung his sword to deflect the crossbow bolt.

Even so, Lu Yong was startled, and the smile on his face came to an abrupt end.

He never dreamed that this crazy woman would shoot an arrow at him!

If Cao Zhong hadn't blocked the crossbow bolt for him, he would definitely be hit by it now!

Crazy woman!

That damn crazy woman!

Xu Wan's move startled not only Lu Yong, but even her own men.

Seeing Xu Wan fire her crossbow again, her men quickly stepped forward to stop her, whispering, "Commander Xu, please don't be impulsive! At this moment, don't give the Prince of Chengyang an opportunity to cause trouble..."

Xu Wan stared intently at Lu Yong, hesitated for a long time, then slowly lowered the crossbow in her hand, gritted her teeth, and growled at the people beside her, "Go immediately to His Majesty to request an imperial decree!"

"No need for that!"

A voice suddenly sounded behind her.

Hearing that familiar voice, Xu Wan turned around abruptly, only to see Qin Yu walking slowly towards her with Qi Dachui and Nan Que'er.

Xu Wan was taken aback when she saw Qin Yu suddenly appear.

After regaining her senses, Xu Wan rushed to Qin Yu and roared in a low voice, "What are you doing here? Go back!"

Your Majesty has punished Qin Yu by confining him to his quarters to reflect on his mistakes!

Qin Yu has now brazenly come out!

This is defying the imperial decree!

Zhao Yan and the ministers in the court who wished he were dead would definitely seize this opportunity to make trouble!

"Of course I'm here to be the hero and save the damsel in distress!"

Qin Yu, beaming, struck what he thought was a very handsome pose and winked at Xu Wan, "How about it? Didn't I appear just in time?"

Xu Wan was extremely anxious and had no time to watch Qin Yu show off. She grabbed Qin Yu and then growled at Qi Dachui, "Take him back right now!"

Before Qi Dachui could speak, Zhao Yan had already walked out of the door.

"Qin Yu, how dare you!"

Like a cat that has smelled blood, Zhao Yan roared in a fierce voice, "His Majesty has ordered you to stay at home and reflect on your mistakes, yet you dare to disobey the imperial decree and leave the Qin residence!"

At that moment, Zhao Yan almost burst out laughing.

Everyone says Qin Yu has become smarter, but in his opinion, Qin Yu is still as stupid as before!

At this point, how dare Qin Yu defy the imperial decree?

He's so afraid of dying too quickly that he wants to stab himself a couple more times!

OK!

This is truly a stroke of luck!

"Qin Yu, how dare you defy the imperial decree!"

"You're incredibly audacious! Daring to defy an imperial decree at a time like this!"

"Commander Xu, someone has openly defied the imperial decree. If the Imperial Mirror Bureau doesn't arrest them, what are they still doing here?"

"I think Xu Jun is trying to protect Qin Yu! They might even be in cahoots..."

Seizing the opportunity, Lu Yong and the others joined in the clamor.

Hearing these people's words, Xu Wan became even more anxious and frantically tried to wink at Qi Dachui and Nan Que'er.

Seeing Xu Wan's appearance, Nan Que'er tried her best to suppress her laughter and whispered in Xu Wan's ear.

Hearing Nan Que'er's words, Xu Wan's eyes widened suddenly, staring at Qin Yu in disbelief.

Fake...fake?

Are they putting on an act with the Empress Dowager?

Has the Prince of Chengyang been executed?

The series of explosive news left Xu Wan stunned and rooted to the spot, her mind buzzing.

No wonder Lü Chunqiu was treated to good wine and meat even though he was imprisoned in the Baojing Division, and his cell was not even locked!

She had previously thought it was because of the Empress Dowager's relationship with the Lü family.

Now that I think about it, everything makes sense!

"A bunch of idiots, I can't even be bothered to waste my breath on you!"

Qin Yu gave them a disdainful look, then pulled out the imperial gold token. "Do you want to go to the Treasure Mirror Bureau for tea yourselves, or do you want me to take you there?"