My Demonic Cult's Holy Maiden

Li Minghai returned yesterday, having traveled day and night from Jiangzhou City without stopping. Three of his horses died from exhaustion.

He brought back a box containing several weapon blueprints, a detailed plan, and a letter from Qi Yu.

I had a vague feeling before that Qi Yu was no ordinary person, but after seeing the contents of that plan and letter...

Li Mingcai truly understood how terrifying Qi Yu was; he had ultimately underestimated Qi Yu.

They realized how terrifying Qi Yu was, and gradually grew to fear him!

Such a person, if he were an enemy, would send chills down one's spine.

Just like Qi Yu himself said back then, maybe it would be best if this kind of person died.

However, he couldn't bear to kill Qi Yu; it would be such a waste to kill such a talented person.

Moreover, although Qi Yu is terrifying, he also has weaknesses and vulnerabilities.

His wife is his weakness!

If Qi Yu is a fierce tiger, then his wife is the iron chain around the tiger's neck.

Having weaknesses means you can be controlled!

Su Yue is key to controlling Qi Yu, this fierce tiger.

"Your Highness, the information you requested about the Su family is all here!" A eunuch entered with a tray carrying some files and said respectfully.

Li Ming nodded, then waved his hand, signaling the eunuch to leave.

After investigating, he discovered something very interesting.

Qi Yu's wife was from the Su family.

A hundred years ago, the Su family was a prominent family in the Dayun Dynasty, and their status was even comparable to that of the Li family.

Even the Chang family, which is now at the height of its power, was just a subordinate of the Su family back then.

Later, due to some events, the head of the Su family angered his great-grandfather and was subsequently executed along with his entire family.

In the end, it was his own grandfather, the then King of Qi, who knelt outside the imperial study for a day and a night, begging his great-grandfather to allow a male member of the Su family to continue the family line.

That man left the capital and settled in the remote Lantian County. He lived a very ordinary life, nothing particularly remarkable.

The Su family is now small, but at least it has expanded and is slowly getting better.

Since Qi Yu's wife is a member of the Su family, things are much easier to handle.

Controlling Su Yue is equivalent to controlling Qi Yu, this fierce tiger.

He wouldn't harm Su Yue; on the contrary, he would protect her safety and treat her to a life of luxury.

"Someone come here!" Li Ming shouted.

"Your Highness, what are your orders?!" A young eunuch hunched over and took small steps as he entered.

"Prepare the carriage, I'm going to the Marquis of Guanyong's residence!" Li Ming said.

To bring down the Chang family, the power of Guan Yonghou is indispensable.

Forget about Qin Xiyao, she's too fierce!

If I marry her, how will we live together?

Furthermore, with the support of Marquis Guanyong, even though he was the Crown Prince, he dared not do anything excessive to Qin Xiyao.

Most importantly, he doesn't like women who know martial arts!

After witnessing Qi Yu's life, he became even more convinced of this idea.

Qi Yu was completely controlled by his wife; he was even afraid of upsetting Su Yue when he went to a brothel to drink.

This is what he finds most puzzling, because Su Yue is indeed very ordinary-looking.

They're the kind of people who, if placed in a crowd, would definitely go unnoticed.

Qi Yu, however, was infatuated with Su Yue and doted on her in every way.

A group of palace maids were helping Li Ming change his clothes. As Li Ming looked at the maids who were bowing their heads and adjusting the hem of his clothes, he couldn't help but think of Li Yulan.

"By the way, have Commander Li go to Lantian County and bring Princess Liyang back as well."

Commander Li is Li Minghai, whose position in the palace is Commander of the Imperial Guards.

He was originally the emperor's bodyguard, responsible for maintaining the security of the palace, but later the emperor sent him to protect Li Ming personally.

"Buy Wanliu Garden in the east of the city and hand over the land deed to Su Cheng, the Su Zhongshu!" Li Ming said calmly.

The eunuch beside him bowed his head and then went out to carry out the order.

Next month, Qi Yu and Su Cheng will come to the capital together.

When you come to the capital, you need a place to stay. This Wanliu Garden was just renovated last year. It has a pleasant view and is not far from his Eastern Palace.

However, this courtyard was not bought for Qi Yu, but for Su Cheng.

Qi Yu didn't want to get too involved with me. If I gave myself to Qi Yu, he definitely wouldn't want it.

Because if he took her, Qi Yu would become his subordinate.

Qi Yu knew very well that there was no such thing as a free lunch.

That's what makes Qi Yu so difficult to deal with—he's cautious and tactful!

Since they couldn't win over Qi Yu, they decided to win over the people around him and get involved with them.

Qi Yu was right when he said, "When speaking with a wise person, rely on their extensive knowledge!"

To speak with intelligent people, one needs extensive knowledge.

Qi Yu was intelligent, and he was not a fool.

……

"Achoo!"

Qi Yu was sleeping soundly when he suddenly sneezed. He looked out the window and realized it was still early!

It's only around nine o'clock now, who would be cursing themselves so early?!

Since he didn't have to go to the government office, Qi Yu continued the fine tradition of 21st-century modern people—sleeping in late!

A few days ago, I was so scared by Guan Yonghou's incident that I couldn't sleep well.

"My lord, are you awake?"

Su Yue's voice came from the outer room.

Upon hearing Su Yue's voice, Qi Yu couldn't fall asleep anymore. He picked up a folded piece of clothing that was on the stool next to his bed and put it on.

Even though both of them go to bed very late, why is Su Yue able to get up every morning?

Is it really because I haven't tried hard enough?

Looks like I still need to buy more beef and mutton to replenish my body. Shrimp looks good too, but it's too expensive.

After getting dressed, I went out of the inner room and saw Su Yue setting out food on the table.

It was very light, just rice porridge, pickled vegetables, and three eggs.

It's almost noon, and I haven't had breakfast yet.

"My lady, where are the clothes I made for you? Aren't you going to wear them?" Qi Yu asked in surprise when he saw Su Yue's plain-colored long dress.

Su Yue turned her head and smiled, "That was designed and customized by my husband. It's very beautiful. I'm reluctant to wear it for fear of getting it dirty!"

Upon hearing this, Qi Yu stroked his chin and fell into deep thought.

The outfit I designed myself was indeed unsuitable for working.

"I'll design another one for you later!" Qi Yu said with a smile.

“Okay! But I want to sew it myself!” Su Yue said.

Qi Yu originally wanted to give Su Yue a surprise, which is why he had it custom-made.

Now that Su Yue wants to sew it herself, then she can sew it herself!

"My lady, I'm going into town this afternoon to buy some things. Would you like to come with me?" Qi Yu asked.

Su Yue thought for a moment, shook her head, and smiled, "Go by yourself! I'll wait for you to come back at home!"

Qi Yu nodded, but didn't say anything.

Besides, it's too hot outside, so it's better for Su Yue to stay at home.

I only came to the city to buy some sulfur and saltpeter, which are available in the pharmacies of Jiangzhou City.

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Chapter Fifty-Five: Helping

Qi Yu went into a pharmacy in the south of the city, spoke with the owner, and bought saltpeter and sulfur.

Qi Yu didn't buy much; he just bought one pound of saltpeter and three ounces of sulfur according to the proportions.

However, just as I stepped out of the pharmacy, I ran into two acquaintances.

Former colleagues, Wang Defa and Song Yuntao.

The two men were somewhat surprised to see Qi Yu.

"Qi Yu, didn't you go to live with your father-in-law and go into business?" Song Yuntao asked in surprise.

"Oh, I had some things to do, so I couldn't go!" Qi Yu said.

Song Yuntao didn't ask any further questions, but instead glanced at the medicine in Qi Yu's hand and asked, "What did you buy?"

"Rat poison! Our house is infested with rats!" Qi Yu looked at the two men and asked in surprise, "And you two, what are you doing at the pharmacy?"

“Master Liu was poisoned to death last night, so the constable sent us to the pharmacy to check the sales records and look for clues,” Wang Defa said.

Qi Yu nodded, but didn't ask any further questions.

"Qi Yu, shall we go to Zui Qing Fang tonight? It's on me!" Song Yuntao said with a smile.

Qi Yu raised an eyebrow. Had this guy struck it rich?

So bold!