My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Alright then!"

Seeing how certain Zhang Xinnian was, the general could only nod, turn around, and order his soldiers to continue.

But at that moment, a squad of imperial guards rushed over from not far away.

Ok?

Upon hearing the commotion, Zhang Xinnian immediately turned around. When he saw the group of imperial guards, he frowned and waved his hands.

Swish!

Hundreds of soldiers from the Zhenbei Marquis's mansion behind him instantly drew their swords, and an astonishing murderous aura erupted at that moment.

hiss!

Upon witnessing this scene, the imperial guards gasped in shock and halted in their tracks.

That's right. Although they are the Imperial Guards protecting the city, they are ultimately different from the soldiers of the Zhenbei Marquis's Mansion who have fought their way through the battlefield.

The head of the Imperial Guards showed a hint of panic on his face, but he forced himself to remain calm and stepped forward to bow.

"General, His Majesty requests your presence. Also..."

The imperial guard general paused, looked at Zhang Xinnian, and said, "Your young master is inside too."

"Oh? My young master is here too?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xinnian's expression brightened with surprise, and he immediately raised his hand, saying, "Sheathe your sword!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the soldiers behind Zhang Xinnian all sheathed their swords.

The Imperial Guard leader breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this.

Yes, these people are really not to be trifled with.

"Alright, stop smashing things. Come inside with me to see our young master!"

At this moment, Zhang Xinnian spoke again, and all the soldiers of the Marquis's mansion came out of the restaurant and marched in a grand procession toward the royal garden.

Meanwhile, inside the courtyard, Jiang Xiaobai was already sitting there.

Although he appeared calm, he was secretly thinking of a solution.

Yes, this emperor changes his mind very quickly and his thoughts are hard to fathom.

Now that they've suddenly targeted him, Zhang Xinnian has delivered another blow at this critical juncture.

It seems like this will only make things worse.

But... this isn't necessarily a bad thing.

Just as Jiang Xiaobai was lost in thought, the Imperial Guard general who had left earlier strode in: "Your Majesty, the person has arrived!"

"good!"

Xiao Jinxuan remained calm and said indifferently, "Let the leader in."

"yes!"

The Imperial Guard general nodded respectfully, turned around, and walked out.

Before long, the Imperial Guard general led Zhang Xinnian in.

puff!

Jiang Xiaobai rubbed his forehead helplessly when he saw Zhang Xinnian.

Okay, it really is this thing!!

Upon seeing Jiang Xiaobai, Zhang Xinnian's eyes lit up, and he said, "Zhang Xinnian greets the Crown Prince!"

After saying that, Zhang Xinnian seemed to remember something, looked in the direction of Xiao Jinxuan, and bowed respectfully.

"This humble servant, Zhang Xinnian, Commander of the Zhenbei Marquis's Mansion, greets Your Majesty!"

"Okay, get up!"

Xiao Jinxuan narrowed his eyes slightly, then waved his hand.

After hearing this, Zhang Xinnian stood up.

But just as Zhang Xinnian stood firm, Xiao Jinxuan's voice rang out: "I heard from my men that you led people to vandalize the restaurants outside."

"What does Commander Zhang mean by this?"

"this……"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xinnian glanced at Jiang Xiaobai, his eyes flickering for a moment before he said, "Your Majesty, I have been to this restaurant before!"

"I found the wine here unpalatable, so out of kindness, I sent over some wine brewed by my young master. Who knew... the people at the restaurant wouldn't appreciate it!"

"So, the villain was indignant and sent people to vandalize the place."

As Zhang Xinnian finished speaking, Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow, then chuckled.

It has to be said that this New Year's tiger is a bit too fierce, but when it comes to the crucial moment, his brain also came together.

That's a pretty good answer!

"Oh?"

Xiao Jinxuan looked at Zhang Xinnian and said calmly, "So, you're saying that the vandalism was your personal act?"

"yes!"

Zhang Xinnian nodded.

"The restaurants outside belong to the royal family."

Xiao Jinxuan's expression turned cold: "You publicly vandalized the Royal Family Restaurant; do you know what kind of crime that is?"

"what?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xinnian immediately knelt down: "Your Majesty, this humble servant was unaware that the restaurant belonged to the royal family!"

"If I had known, I certainly wouldn't have dared!"

"snort!"

Xiao Jinxuan snorted coldly: "You've certainly got some nerve!"

As he spoke, Xiao Jinxuan's gaze fell on Jiang Xiaobai: "Jiang Xiaobai, this is a retainer of your Marquis's mansion. Tell me... how should he be severely punished?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xinnian couldn't help but glance at Jiang Xiaobai and secretly grinned.

The Crown Prince said he would do everything in his power to protect him.

Just as he was thinking this, Jiang Xiaobai's voice rang out: "I believe he should be dragged out and beheaded!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Xinnian swallowed hard, his face turning pale.

Tang Ningshuang looked at Jiang Xiaobai, her expression somewhat incredulous.

"Chop it up?"

Xiao Jinxuan narrowed his eyes slightly, looking at Jiang Xiaobai and asked, "Are you... sure?"

"I am certain!"

Jiang Xiaobai nodded slightly and said, "Only in this way can we warn all the family heads of my Marquis's mansion that they must never act recklessly."

"otherwise……"

Jiang Xiaobai paused, looking directly at Xiao Jinxuan: "Heh, but that could cost you your life, so... Your Majesty, please show no mercy, execute those who deserve it!"

After these words were spoken, the courtyard fell silent once again.

Li Bingzhang paused slightly in his teacup, then gave Jiang Xiaobai a deep look without saying a word.

That's right, Jiang Xiaobai said he was going to chop up Zhang Xinnian, but those words... clearly carried a threat.

Moreover, this threat is directed at His Majesty.

If His Majesty were to execute the Marquis's retainers for this reason, and things escalate, the Marquis's family would be in a difficult position to handle the situation. But... the royal family would also be in a difficult position to handle the situation!

After all, if this matter gets back to the Marquis's residence, or to the Northern Border... it could be a big deal or a small deal!

Xiao Jinxuan naturally understood the implication, staring at Jiang Xiaobai without saying a word.

Jiang Xiaobai did not look away from Xiao Jinxuan's gaze.

As the two locked eyes, the atmosphere inside the courtyard became incredibly oppressive.

Some officials broke out in a cold sweat, and even Chen Zhanqiu dared not easily kick someone when they were down.

This situation is beyond their control...

Just then, Xiao Jinfeng suddenly burst into laughter: "Haha, Your Majesty, this restaurant ultimately belongs to your humble brother. Even if Your Majesty intends to execute someone, shouldn't your humble brother at least say something first?"

"Oh, then tell me!"

Xiao Jinxuan looked at Xiao Jinfeng and said.

"Haha, actually, I've had the idea of ​​renovating this restaurant for a long time."

Xiao Jinfeng smiled and said, "It's perfect timing to use the Zhenbei Marquis's mansion's help, saving us the trouble of smashing things!"

"Besides..."

Xiao Jinfeng looked at Zhang Xinnian and said, "This person claimed to be delivering wine, right? He meant well after all!"

"Alright, bring me a jar. I'll try it. If it's really delicious, then this matter will be over!"

"If it doesn't taste good..."

Xiao Jinfeng paused, glanced at Jiang Xiaobai, and then at Zhang Xinnian.

"Then you two, master and servant, have a word to say to me!!"