The whole family is obsessed with love? The princess woke them up one after another.

She had merely brought up the fate of the King of Wu, and Heaven, in order to protect the King of Wu, wanted to stop her.

Unfortunately, it was just a feint, and she put her luck back.

So... the Heavenly Dao, which was chasing after her with its power, struck the wrong person.

Even the laws of Heaven must abide by the rules, right?

Provided that she did not seize the fortune of others, even if Heaven wanted to intervene, it could not.

Didn't you see how Heaven, feeling wronged, could only roar in mid-air?

Heaven can use inexplicable emotions to make her family members do abnormal things, thereby depriving them of their fortune.

By using external forces to diminish the prestige of King Wu and others, and reduce their power, she could also deprive them of their good fortune.

We're all seasoned players, so it's a matter of who has the best skills.

Even if the Heavenly Dao here wanted to support King Wu and deprive her family of their fortune, it could not completely violate the rules of Heaven and Earth.

Unless, the Heavenly Dao here wants this world to collapse directly.

A deafening clap of thunder boomed across the sky, sending shivers down the spines of those on the ground, who felt as if their hearts were about to leap out of their mouths.

The civil and military officials were somewhat better off; although they felt palpitations and their faces were pale, they remained calm and did not lose their composure.

Ordinary people were terrified.

These are the same people who would normally be so scared of a mere yamen runner that their legs would tremble. Now that thunder is booming overhead, how could they not be afraid?

The people had long since collapsed to their knees, their legs giving way, bowing their heads low and huddling together in a ball.

They wished they could disappear into the ground.

As long as God doesn't notice me, that's fine.

Grand Secretary Zhang had never seen such a strange phenomenon before, but at his advanced age, he was used to all sorts of storms.

Despite being shocked, she was able to quickly calm down.

More than the thunderclap overhead, he was concerned about Princess Chen'an's reaction.

Princess Chen'an looked up at the sky, a mocking smile playing on her lips.

It was as if the earth-shaking lightning was like a tantrum from a child in her eyes.

This realization greatly surprised Grand Secretary Zhang.

He knew that his thinking was extremely absurd, but he couldn't control himself at all.

This was because it was Princess Chen'an's first impression on him.

Just then, Princess Chen'an withdrew her gaze from the sky and fixed it on his face.

Although Princess Chen'an's eyes were smiling, it made Grand Secretary Zhang's mind go blank.

It was as if he had been instantly locked up, and if Princess Chen'an so desired, with a single thought, he would vanish into thin air like an ant.

However, Princess Chen'an's gaze only lingered on him for a moment, and did not stay on him for long.

Even so, Grand Secretary Zhang clenched his fists tightly, and after several times, his hands finally felt a normal temperature, not so cold that they were numb.

The guards at the palace gates also rushed over to check the situation.

When the lightning struck, not only was the King of Wu hit, but several officials who were nearby also suffered.

However, they were not as badly injured as the King of Wu; they fell straight to the ground, but were still wounded.

The guards came over to check and, after confirming that the King of Wu was not dead, breathed a sigh of relief.

People were busy seeking imperial physicians and carrying people.

"Father, what are you doing?" Qi Zhiyu called out to Prince Rui, who had taken two steps forward.

Prince Rui asked worriedly, "Your fourth uncle is injured, and I don't know how he is."

Grand Secretary Zhang glanced over abruptly, cursing inwardly, "Prince Rui, what a shameless bastard!"

He is truly the best candidate for crown prince; at least in terms of shamelessness, he has an absolute and overwhelming advantage!

"Father!" Qi Zhiyu stomped her foot in annoyance, "Haven't you figured it out yet?"

"This is because the King of Wu secretly sent people to slander you and your elder brother, and Heaven couldn't stand it anymore."

"You still want to care about the person who hurt you?"

Prince Rui stumbled in surprise, his face filled with disbelief: "Your fourth uncle... he..."

That heartbreaking sorrow is truly poignant.

"Father, let's go back." Qi Zhiyu sniffed and stepped forward to support Prince Rui.

The father and daughter helped each other onto the carriage, leaving behind a sorrowful and vulnerable silhouette for everyone to see.

Grand Secretary Zhang was dumbfounded.

He's truly undeniable.

With King Rui's acting skills and shamelessness, even King Wu couldn't catch up.

He could foresee that the political climate in the capital would soon change.

The King of Wu's reputation... it will be difficult for him to recover in the hearts of the people.

From then on, the King of Wu could only rely on the civil and military officials in the court who supported him.

The question is whether Prince Rui and his allies will let those in the court who support the King of Wu go free?

Grand Secretary Zhang shook his head and turned back to the palace.

Anyway, if he doesn't go, His Majesty will look for him soon.

Moreover, he also had something to say to His Majesty.

After waiting for a while, Emperor Kangwu finally saw Zhang.

After Emperor Kangwu sat down, he gestured for Grand Secretary Zhang to sit as well.

"Fourth Prince, your life is not in danger. You'll be fine after a month or so of rest," Emperor Kangwu said casually.

He picked up his teacup and slowly took a sip of tea.

"The few people closest to the fourth prince suffered some minor injuries." Emperor Kangwu glanced at Grand Secretary Zhang.

"Your original position will not be affected."

When Emperor Kangwu learned that Zhang had tried to avoid the situation beforehand, Grand Secretary Zhang showed no embarrassment whatsoever.

"I am old and frail, and my courage has diminished," Grand Secretary Zhang sighed.

Emperor Kangwu smiled and asked, "Does the Grand Secretary have any thoughts on this?"

Grand Secretary Zhang also laughed: "Your Majesty, I am truly old, and I don't have many years left to live."

"Naturally, we wouldn't go against the will of Heaven."

Once Grand Secretary Zhang expressed his opinion, Emperor Kangwu's smile deepened: "Grand Secretary is still so wise."

Grand Secretary Zhang shook his head: "This old minister is simply afraid of losing his life."

"After all, not everyone can withstand being struck by lightning."

Leaving aside Prince Rui's abilities, Princess Chen'an's skills are so extraordinary that no one can fathom their depths.

How could he not be thinking straight if he didn't choose to stand with Prince Rui?

Is it good to live well?

The news of King Wu being struck by lightning spread rapidly throughout the capital at an unbelievable speed.

Everyone was talking about it.

No wonder Qi Rongyao likes to steal other people's things; she's truly a case of the upper beam being crooked and the lower beam crooked too.

If even the King of Wu is like this, how can Qi Rongyao possibly recover?

Look, even Heaven can't stand seeing the King of Wu slander the King of Rui like this.

As for why the lightning didn't kill King Wu... we can only say that Heaven cherishes life.

In no time, the reputation of the King of Wu among the people of the capital was truly utterly rotten.

But at that moment, Qi Zhiyu went to the Wu King's Mansion.

Not only did the common people not expect it, but even the King of Wu's family did not expect it.

However, Princess Wu still went to see Qi Zhiyu politely.

"Chen'an, what brings you here?" Princess Wu forced a smile.

"I've come to visit Fourth Imperial Uncle." Qi Zhiyu smiled gently, looking every bit the junior concerned for his elder, and there wasn't a single flaw in his expression.

Princess Wu was furious.