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

After leaving the lobby.

On the way back with Tang Ningshuang, Jiang Xiaobai seemed lost in thought.

Indeed, in his view, his father should know something about the mission.

Otherwise... his father wouldn't have been so composed when he mentioned the Qi and Beiyu delegations.

At the very least, they should have shown some surprise.

But his father not only didn't, his attitude seemed even colder when he heard about Bei Yu.

What does this mean? It means... his father probably knows something.

And that junior brother from the Dragon Tiger Sect might just be here to deliver this message.

If that's the case, then his father probably has more sources of information than he imagined.

However, thinking about it, it makes sense. His father, as the Marquis of Zhenbei, was quite influential both in the martial arts world and elsewhere.

It wouldn't make sense if they didn't even have a source of information.

but……

Jiang Xiaobai frowned slightly.

Yes, he always felt that his father was hiding something from him because of the arrival of the two delegations.

This can be discerned from the fact that he was given a safety net.

But since Jiang Jingcheng wouldn't say, there was nothing he could do.

However, he was not in a hurry; everything would become clear once the delegation arrived.

Soon, the three returned to Jiang Xiaobai's residence.

As soon as you enter the courtyard, you can see many servants and maids busy at work.

Some were moving jars, while others were sealing them.

People were coming and going, making it a very lively place.

Jiang Xiaobai has gotten used to this.

Tang Ningshuang had been following along these past few days, so there were no major surprises.

But the eldest princess, standing nearby, was clearly moved when she saw this scene, her face beneath her bamboo hat showing obvious emotion.

Yes, she could smell the rich aroma of wine even before she got close.

Based on Zhang Xinnian's recent experience transporting wine, she roughly guessed that wine was being brewed inside the Zhenbei Marquis's residence.

But she never expected that the method of brewing wine would be so unique.

These utensils, along with the rich aroma of wine, are clearly different from those of ordinary wineries.

The princess pursed her red lips, seemingly tempted to try it.

But she eventually endured it.

After all, she was playing the role of a deaf-mute, unable to hear or ask questions.

After leading the two into the room, Jiang Xiaobai stretched and then sat down at the desk.

On the table, there was still a pile of previously written manuscripts.

Jiang Xiaobai glanced at it, pondered for a moment, then picked up his pen and continued writing.

Yes, he still has to continue reading the Four Great Classical Novels.

Now that the wine has been distributed, if it is released in conjunction with the book manuscript, the revenue will definitely increase significantly.

If we could use the manuscript to play some games later, wouldn't that be... awesome?!

In this way, the Jiang family will no longer have to worry about military expenses.

If things go well, we might even achieve complete self-sufficiency.

While he was writing, the eldest princess noticed the manuscript next to him.

After hesitating for a moment, the princess reached out and picked up a copy, then began to read it with great interest.

That's right, even if Jiang Xiaobai criticizes her, she can pretend she doesn't hear it!

Jiang Xiaobai noticed it, but did not stop it.

Let them see it; these things are bound to get out sooner or later anyway.

Tang Ningshuang stood to the side, her expression hesitant as she watched Jiang Xiaobai begin writing.

Finally, unable to hold back any longer, he spoke up: "Jiang Xiaobai!"

"Aren't you going to think of a way to deal with this?"

"Ah, what's the solution?"

Jiang Xiaobai asked casually.

"Of course, it's the diplomatic missions from both countries, and those guests!"

Tang Ningshuang frowned slightly: "The delegation will arrive in half a month, and the Imperial Scholar will be going to the capital in the next few days. Don't you have any countermeasures in mind?"

Yes, she really couldn't understand it!

With this matter so urgent and pressing, Jiang Xiaobai still has the mind to write a book?

Isn't this a bit too ambitious?

As Jiang Xiaobai put down his pen, a smile appeared on his face. "Actually, I already had a plan in mind the moment I sat down!"

"what?"

Tang Ningshuang was taken aback, then looked at Jiang Xiaobai expectantly and asked, "What's the plan?"

She knew that Jiang Xiaobai sometimes had a lot of ideas.

But he was curious about Jiang Xiaobai's specific strategy in the face of the two diplomatic missions.

As Tang Ningshuang finished speaking, the eldest princess, who was flipping through the manuscript beside her, paused slightly, turned her head slightly, and her gaze fell on Jiang Xiaobai.

Not to mention Tang Ningshuang's curiosity, even she herself felt puzzled.

"Hehe, I can't say!"

Jiang Xiaobai shook his head and said, "But with this method, it's no exaggeration to say..."

"Heh, even if I kill half of them, they... will still laugh and say, 'Well done! Brilliant! Absolutely fantastic!'"

"cut!"

Tang Ningshuang was speechless upon hearing this.

This guy never says anything serious.

Kill half the population and then have people laugh and say it was a good thing?

How could that be!

They're not stupid!

"What, you don't believe it?"

Jiang Xiaobai raised his head and looked at Tang Ningshuang, asking her a question.

"Do you think I can believe that?"

Tang Ningshuang frowned.

Let alone her, I doubt anyone would believe those words!

"Alright, if that's the case!"

Jiang Xiaobai smiled and said, "Then... how about we make a bet?"

"Can!"

Tang Ningshuang looked at Jiang Xiaobai and asked, "What do you want to bet on?"

She's definitely going to win!

Jiang Xiaobai's words are so outrageous that they are hard to believe.

"this……"

Jiang Xiaobai looked Tang Ningshuang up and down, then touched his chin and a smile suddenly appeared on his face.

"What...what do you want to do?"

Tang Ningshuang's expression tightened as she glared at Jiang Xiaobai.

"take it easy!"

Jiang Xiaobai said, "If I win, you... change into a dress and let me see it!"

"A dress?"

Upon hearing this, Tang Ningshuang's expression immediately became unnatural.

That's right, she always wears a sporty outfit.

Because it's easy to handle and also easy to protect Jiang Xiaobai.

She rarely wears dresses.

"What, you're afraid to gamble?"

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Tang Ningshuang and asked.

Tang Ningshuang frowned and said, "Alright, since that's the case, then... let's gamble!"

"But so what if you lost?"

"Oh, I won't lose!"

Jiang Xiaobai said, "Of course, if I really lose, I'll change into a dress too!"

puff……

A soft laugh suddenly came from the side.

Eh?

Jiang Xiaobai's smile froze instantly.

No, big sister.

If you're going to pretend to be deaf and mute, then pretend properly!

How am I supposed to cover for you when you suddenly burst out laughing?!

Tang Ningshuang's expression was also very strange.

So... should she look at the eldest princess now, or not?!

If you look closely, the princess would be exposed if there were even the slightest doubt.

But ignoring it and pretending not to hear it is also unreasonable!