The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 41 Part 3

This was the first time in all these months that Qi Junmu had brought up Shen Yi with him.

They had always avoided the topic of Shen Yi, since the Shen family still had unsettled accounts with Emperor Jing. Bringing him up inevitably meant bringing up Emperor Jing—and no matter what the world said, Emperor Jing was the sovereign, and Qi Junmu's father. There were many things that could not be easily spoken of.

Perhaps both were reminded of their own fathers, and a heavy silence fell between Qi Junmu and Shen Nian.

After what felt like a long while, Shen Nian was the first to snap out of it. He said with proper seriousness, "Your Majesty, regarding what happened that day with Commander Yang at the Marquis Zhenbei's residence, it went like this..."

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 3

It was nearly the ninth lunar month now, and the weather was scorching. Xie Xiaoyu and Feng momo had started selling cold drinks in Hezhou again. The profit per sale was small, but with so many customers, the total take was decent—they'd made a nice little sum.

Zhao Ger and Fang Zichen made a trip back to Hezhou during this time to visit Xie Xiaoyu. The Fang residence had been fully repaired. After arriving in Hezhou, Fang Zichen stayed there for two nights before heading to Anhe County, where he'd been busy and "homeless" ever since—no time to come back.

Xie Xiaoyu's belly had grown quite large now. Knowing that he and Zhao Ger were close, and that Li Yisheng was on brotherly terms with Fang Zichen, Feng momo took excellent care of him.

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 41 Part 2

Lin Xiao gave a helpless smile. Though the Emperor said that, he was certain that if Qi Junzhuo hadn't said something to him first, the Emperor would never have had reason to suspect Yang Jinglei out of nowhere.

Yang Jinglei was straightforward and loyal by nature—his words and actions left no easy openings for others to exploit.

With that in mind, Lin Xiao hesitated for a long time before finally speaking up: "Your Majesty, I feel that whether it's Prince Jin or Marquis Zhenbei, Your Majesty should keep some guard up. Not everything they say and do is necessarily for Your Majesty's benefit—everyone in this world has their own selfish motives. In all matters, Your Majesty should consider both sides. Take Yang Jinglei, for example—perhaps someone simply doesn't like him and wants him replaced..."

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 2

Old Master Qiu's heart went cold. First the water diversion project, then the bandit suppression—he'd assumed this was an honest, incorruptible official who regarded wealth as nothing more than dirt...

When he got home, he finally understood: building the road was never an obligation for the prefect, nor would the prefect come "begging" them to let him build it. They were the ones who needed to beg him.

But Fang Zichen wouldn't see him.

The villagers kept pressing and making a scene: "We listened to you back then! Now the prefect won't build our road, and everyone's laughing at us—what are you going to do about it?"

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 41 Part 1

Chapter 41

The last remark Shen Nian had made—that casual, offhand comment about overstepping—left Yang Jinglei feeling somewhat dazed. In a moment of distraction, he thought back to the very first question the Emperor had asked him in the palace.

The Emperor had said: "Was your journey to Qingzhou smooth?" 

And how had he answered at the time? He had said: Aside from the assassination attempt on Prince Jin, everything else went smoothly. Prince Ping was fairly cooperative along the way.

The Emperor had fallen silent for a moment at that, then moved on to ask other matters concerning Qingzhou.

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 1

Chapter 374 

After Old Master Qiu slowly came to his senses, he recalled the harsh words Fang Zichen had left behind before departing. His face turned ashen, and he felt like crying but had no tears left.

A young servant came in to report: "Master, Village Chief Qiu is here."

Village Chief Qiu was the head of Daoxiang Village and also a distant cousin of Old Master Qiu's—they shared the same great-great-grandfather. Thanks to Old Master Qiu's influence, Village Chief Qiu held considerable authority in the village.

The moment Old Master Qiu heard that Village Chief Qiu had arrived, he knew exactly what it was about.

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 40 Part 3

Yang Jinglei couldn't fathom what had changed. But he was not one to press the emperor for answers. So, despite his confusion, he rose respectfully, bowed, and withdrew.

After he left, Qi Junmu's expression turned cold. He took out a prepared imperial decree—one that already named Yang Jinglei's new post, lacking only the imperial seal.

But now, that seal would never be affixed.

With that thought, Qi Junmu called for Ruan Jiqing and threw the decree at his feet. "Bring a brazier and burn this," he said coldly.

Ruan Jiqing was startled. Seeing the emperor's expression, he dared not ask questions.

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 4

Uncle Tang heard the commotion and came over. When he saw Gungun and Dandan like that, he knew right away that the two little rascals had crawled into the stoves.

He let out a helpless sigh.

Isn't the bed comfortable enough to sleep in?

Last time, Fang Zichen had said to buy chains to tie them down, and Uncle Tang had stopped him, saying that would look terrible. Now he really shouldn't have interfered.

The two had truly given him a scare.

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 40 Part 2

Wen shi gripped her maid's hand tightly, her expression fraught with alarm, and stammered, "So… so you're an eunuch from the palace. How… how did you come to be here…"

"The Marquis has been working hard at court these past days. His Majesty personally ordered this servant to escort him home so he could rest properly. The Emperor is truly protective of the Marquis from the bottom of his heart." Ruan Jiqing continued in an even tone. "This servant sees you are on your way to see the Marquis? He has already retired to sleep. If your business isn't urgent, might you wait a while?"

"No… no, nothing important," Wen shi said dryly. "If he's tired, let him rest."

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 3

It was nearly the ninth lunar month now, and the weather was scorching. Xie Xiaoyu and Feng momo had started selling cold drinks in Hezhou again. The profit per sale was small, but with so many customers, the total take was decent—they'd made a nice little sum.

Zhao Ger and Fang Zichen made a trip back to Hezhou during this time to visit Xie Xiaoyu. The Fang residence had been fully repaired. After arriving in Hezhou, Fang Zichen stayed there for two nights before heading to Anhe County, where he'd been busy and "homeless" ever since—no time to come back.

Rebirth of the Useless Young Master’s Counterattack Chapter 101

Chapter 101: The Overbearing Great Power

Demonic beasts had it far harder than humans when it came to cultivation. The trials they had to go through were nothing like what cultivators faced—and even if they made it through, the most they could ever achieve was to take on human form.

"Roar, roar, roar…" Mu Lichuan noticed that as the roars grew louder, the snow showed signs of collapsing. He narrowed his eyes slightly.

In an avalanche, even a Foundation Establishment cultivator—unable to fly—could easily be buried underneath. To get out, one would need enough spiritual energy to sustain them; otherwise, they'd end up entombed in the snow.

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 40 Part 1

Chapter 40

Shen Nian's high spirits lasted only until Qi Junmu finished his court duties. It wasn't that he lacked the stamina—rather, Qi Junmu had forcefully ordered him to go home and get proper rest. 

Shen Nian didn't actually feel all that tired. He was used to it.

On the North Frontier, there were times when, in order to slaughter the enemy, they would raise their blades, strike down, withdraw, and raise them again—over and over for hours on end. It was numbing, repetitive work, and they only got a chance to catch their breath when the enemy beat their drums to signal retreat.

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 2

Old Master Qiu's heart went cold. First the water diversion project, then the bandit suppression—he'd assumed this was an honest, incorruptible official who regarded wealth as nothing more than dirt...

When he got home, he finally understood: building the road was never an obligation for the prefect, nor would the prefect come "begging" them to let him build it. They were the ones who needed to beg him.

But Fang Zichen wouldn't see him.

The villagers kept pressing and making a scene: "We listened to you back then! Now the prefect won't build our road, and everyone's laughing at us—what are you going to do about it?"

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 39 Part 3

Qi Junyou felt a sharp sting. The barb he had thrown had been turned back on him, driven in deeper than before, leaving him thoroughly uncomfortable.

Who exactly was Qi Junmu trying to sicken with these words? he fumed inwardly. The snow disaster in Qingzhou had taken lives too — it wasn't as if I had spent my days in pleasure and never tasted hardship. How could he speak to me like that?

Qi Junmu hadn't talked like this as a child. Now that he is emperor, it seems his tongue has been dipped in poison.

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 374 Part 1

Chapter 374 

After Old Master Qiu slowly came to his senses, he recalled the harsh words Fang Zichen had left behind before departing. His face turned ashen, and he felt like crying but had no tears left.

A young servant came in to report: "Master, Village Chief Qiu is here."

Village Chief Qiu was the head of Daoxiang Village and also a distant cousin of Old Master Qiu's—they shared the same great-great-grandfather. Thanks to Old Master Qiu's influence, Village Chief Qiu held considerable authority in the village.

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 39 Part 2

Fortunately, the closer they drew to the capital, the shorter Prince Ping's fangs grew. By the time they reached the outskirts, he had resumed his old demeanor—the elegant, carefree nobleman.

When Qi Junzhuo set foot in the capital, he felt the sunlight dazzle his eyes.

When he had left, the capital was still cold. Now he was back in light spring clothes.

Da Qi's reign era had changed. Emperor Jing's era had come to an end—permanently, in the past year. For a moment, he felt a strange sense of disorientation.

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 373 Part 4

"My Lord, this humble one knows his mistake! Please be magnanimous and forgive this lowly man!"

"Now you're afraid?" Fang Zichen said coldly. "Where was this fear before? Pay up."

Only now did Qiu's second son realize exactly who Fang Zichen was. He dared not say a single word.

Old Master Qiu's heart ached at the thought of paying, but he had no choice—the Qin family soldiers had them surrounded. If Fang Zichen was bold enough to do this in broad daylight, it meant he didn't care what the townsfolk might say.

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 39 Part 1

Chapter 39

Qi Junzhuo and his party had no idea what the emperor was planning. Their itinerary had long been submitted, and their arrival in the capital was all scheduled.

On the journey, Yang Jinglei and Qi Junzhuo were fine—but Qi Junyou was like a lit keg of gunpowder, constantly hurling sarcastic barbs at the two of them.

Qi Junzhuo, for his part, showed no reaction at all. He remained so composed it was as if the person being mocked wasn't him, or as if the whole affair had nothing to do with him.

Yang Jinglei, by contrast, found it harder to keep his composure.

The Fulang's Modern Young Husband Chapter 373 Part 3

Guaizai's eyes turned red on the spot. He didn't even want his pancake anymore. When he saw the carriage stop in front of a pastry shop, he charged straight over.

"You pay for Guaizai's chickies!"

The driver shoved him aside. "Who do you think you are? How dare you block my young master's way."

A man stepped down from the carriage—about twenty-five or twenty-six years old.

He glanced at Guaizai—just a village boy in a coarse brown shirt and a tiny straw hat—and gave a slight frown. "What's the matter?"

The Tyrannical Emperor Reborn Chapter 38 Part 5

Once they had walked some distance, Shen Nian asked, "Lord Bai, my grandmother's illness—"

"A stroke strikes suddenly and is no small matter," Bai Feng said gently. "The old madam has likely been eating too richly. From now on, watch her diet closely and keep it plain and light. This kind of illness cannot be cured in a day—it requires long, steady care."

Shen Nian said, "We are much obliged to you, Lord Bai."

Bai Feng shook his head. "It is no trouble."