Qianyu's heart skipped a beat.
Memories of last night flooded back like a tide.
After he and Wu Zetian finished discussing state affairs, this woman insisted on taking him for drinks.
They said it was a century-old vintage wine from the Western Regions, and he absolutely had to try it.
Although he has a decent alcohol tolerance, it's only average.
Who knew the alcohol was so potent? After just a few drinks, he started to black out without even using his soul power.
This isn't drinking; it's clearly a trap!
Qianyu looked at the woman sleeping soundly beside her and gritted her teeth inwardly.
I've been hunting geese all day, and today I've been pecked in the eye by one.
They actually fell for Wu Zetian's trick!
Just then.
The beautiful woman beside him seemed to sense the movement; her long eyelashes trembled slightly, and then she slowly opened her large, watery eyes.
When Wu Zetian saw Qian Yu's frustrated expression, a sly glint flashed in her eyes.
She stretched, like a lazy Persian cat, her beautiful curves fully revealed under the brocade quilt.
"Brother Qianyu, you're awake?"
Her voice was husky yet soft and sweet, almost melting one's bones.
Wu Zetian propped herself up, unconcerned about the accidental exposure, and instead stretched out her finger to draw circles on Qianyu's chest.
"Your alcohol tolerance is terrible."
"She passed out after only three cups."
"Last night... you made me suffer so much."
She leaned close to Qianyu's ear, her breath sweet as orchids, her tone full of provocation and mockery.
"you!"
Looking at the stunningly beautiful face so close to hers, and hearing her words of feigning innocence after getting the better deal, Qianyu's anger flared up instantly.
If we just swallow our anger after being tricked by this woman, who will be in charge of the harem of the Tang Dynasty in the future?
The husband's authority has been weakened!
"Meiniang, you're playing with fire."
Qianyu narrowed her eyes, looking at Wu Zetian's alluring legs.
It's really beautiful.
It is the Creator's most perfect masterpiece, neither too much nor too little, smooth and lustrous like jade, making it irresistible.
He no longer hesitated. Since he had already been outmaneuvered, he had to get his revenge.
Qianyu suddenly flipped over and pinned Wu Zetian beneath him.
"ah!"
Wu Zetian exclaimed in surprise, but there was no panic in her eyes. Instead, a triumphant smile flickered in them.
"Since you have a poor alcohol tolerance, you have to make up for it with hard work."
Qianyu's palm caressed that silky smooth skin.
"Now is the time for you to work hard."
The temperature inside the palace rose instantly.
The once quiet hall was once again filled with sounds that made one blush and their heart race.
This "morning exercise" lasted for a full hour.
When Qianyu, feeling refreshed, tidied her clothes and stepped out of the palace gate, she felt the bright sunshine and fresh air.
And on the dragon bed behind him.
The once arrogant Empress was now slumped in her brocade quilt, too weak to even lift a finger.
As she watched Qianyu's departing figure, the smile on her lips grew even wider.
"enemy..."
Wu Zetian muttered to herself, turned over, and found a comfortable position.
"I'm a little tired."
"Pass down the order: there will be no morning court session today."
...
In the Imperial Garden.
As soon as Qianyu stepped inside, she saw two beautiful figures sitting in the pavilion.
Qian Renxue was wearing a light gold dress today, which made her look exceptionally beautiful and refined. She was reading a book.
Meanwhile, Gongsun Li, holding a floral umbrella, was looking at the list in the sky with a bored expression.
"I never imagined that Li Bai was so amazing."
Gongsun Li swung her two slender legs and mumbled something under her breath.
"The twin martial souls, the Azure Spring Wine Pot and the Azure Lotus Sword, are ranked seventh."
"Looks like I'll have to be more polite when I see him in the future, and I can't just call him a drunkard anymore."
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue nodded.
"The fact that Miaoyinfang has been able to stand firm on the mainland shows that it has a solid foundation."
Just then.
Qian Renxue caught a glimpse of a white figure out of the corner of her eye.
She immediately put down the book in her hand, a joyful smile appeared on her face, and she rushed over like a happy little bird.
"Father!"
Qian Renxue grabbed Qian Yu's arm, tilted her head up, and blinked her big eyes.
"You're finally out!"
"What did you and that Wu Zetian talk about inside last night? Why did it take so long?"
"I've been waiting for you all morning."
Looking into her daughter's innocent eyes, Qianyu blushed and felt a strange sense of guilt.
He coughed twice, trying to cover up his embarrassment.
"Cough cough... It's nothing."
"We just had a brief chat about national affairs."
"For example, the next regional deployment, and how Shangguan Wan'er crushed Tang Hao."
"These are all matters of great importance to the nation and require careful discussion, which is why it took a while."
Qianyu was talking nonsense with a straight face.
"Really?"
Qian Renxue looked at her father with a face full of suspicion.
She leaned closer to Qianyu's clothes and gently sniffed them.
"But... Father, why do you have a strange fragrance about you?"
"This seems to be the scent of the incense that the Empress often used."
"And...it also smells a bit like alcohol."
Qianyu thought to herself, "This is bad! How come this girl's nose is as sensitive as a dog's?"
He quickly and discreetly pushed Qian Renxue away and took half a step back.
"That's... a victory celebration drink!"
"Yes, a celebratory drink to wish Wan'er a resounding victory."
"As for the fragrance, it's the scent of incense from the main hall, so it's normal to pick it up."
Qianyu didn't want to dwell on this topic any longer; if it led her daughter astray, the consequences would be dire.
Xue'er is still a naive child.
He quickly changed the subject.
"By the way, Xue'er."
Qianyu looked at Gongsun Li beside her, then said to Qian Renxue:
"Ali and I are going to Mo Family City later."
"Do you want to come along?"
Qian Renxue's attention was immediately diverted when she heard that she was going out.
"Mo Family City?"
Her eyes lit up instantly, filled with curiosity and surprise.
"Is that the legendary Mo Family City, which is said to be famous for producing all kinds of soul tools, battle armor, and even teleportation towers?"
She had heard of this place when she was in the Spirit Hall.
It is said that the mechanical arts there are unparalleled in the world, and they have even created powerful weapons that allow ordinary people to fight against Soul Masters.
However, Mo Family City has always kept a low profile, making it difficult for outsiders to enter.
I never expected my father to be going there.
"Um."
Qianyu nodded, a mysterious smile on her face.
"That's a great place."
"It just so happens that your birthday is coming up soon."
"When we arrive in Mo Family City, your father will give you a special birthday present."
Hearing that there would be a gift, Qian Renxue was overjoyed.
She clung to Qianyu's arm and said coquettishly:
"What gift is it? Father, please tell me!"
"Is it a powerful soul tool? Or some kind of pretty outfit?"
Qianyu smiled and gently pinched her nose.
"Keep it a secret."
You'll know when you get there.
"This gift will absolutely surprise you, and may even give you the ability to challenge opponents of higher levels."
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