Everyone present felt that King Nan's plan was very exquisite.
It was rumored that Ximen Chuixue only had eyes for his sword.
He truly desired a powerful opponent.
At this time, Ye Gucheng had issued an invitation to Ximen Chuixue for a duel. Ximen Chuixue would definitely agree to it.
As Ximen Chuixue was the strongest person in Martial Union, other than Zhu Houwen, Martial Union would naturally not be at ease with Ximen Chuixue going to the Imperial City alone to fight a duel.
Hence, the members of Martial Union would most likely follow Ximen Chuixue to the Imperial City.
At that time, as long as they made sufficient preparations, they would definitely be able to make Ximen Chuixue and the martial artists from Martial Union stay in the Imperial City!
Among the people present, only Zhu Houwen saw through King Nan's scheme, but Zhu Houwen didn't care.
As a transmigrator, Zhu Houwen knew that Ximen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng, these two peerless swordsmen, were fighting at the summit of the forbidden city. Their goal was to usurp the throne.
However, this matter had nothing to do with Zhu Houwen. To him, it did not matter who the emperor was. In the end, it was him.
However, Zhu Houzhao had to die in his hands. After all, the hatred of killing his mother was irreconcilable!
"Southern King's plan is truly a brilliant one. Since that's the case, we'll do as Unforgettable said.”
Zhu Houzhao agreed to King Nan's plan and allowed Ximen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng to come to the summit of the forbidden city for a decisive battle.
The plan was set. Zhu Houzhao said,""Since there is already a plan for this matter, all of you can leave. However, I will allow you to stay in the Imperial City for a few days to watch this wonderful swordsmen duel.”
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Everyone bowed in return and then retreated.
However, none of the vassal kings left the Imperial City. They knew that if they left the Imperial City now, Zhu Houzhao would be suspicious.
If nothing unexpected happened, Zhu Houzhao would send people to keep an eye on them. Their every move would be under Zhu Houzhao's surveillance.
Walking out of the throne room, Prince Ning Zhu Chen Hao came up and asked Zhu Houwen,""Houwen, can you really swallow your anger and stay in the northern border for the rest of your life?”
"Benwang's days in the northern border are not bad. It's quite carefree. There's wine, meat, women, and people protecting me. But since Prince Ning said so, could it be…"
Zhu Houwen stared at Zhu Chenhao with a smile and did not continue.
However, Zhu Chen Hao laughed and said,"Haha, even if this king has the heart, he doesn't have the strength!" After all, not everyone had a good uncle who commanded 300,000 troops. If this king had such a condition, he would definitely not swallow his anger in the northern border and even forget the hatred of killing his mother. What a waste!”
Leaving behind such a taunt, Zhu Chen Hao quickly left, no longer paying attention to Zhu Houwen.
Zhu Houwen looked at Prince Ning's back and thought," Let's ride a donkey and read a song book. Just wait and see!
After leaving the Imperial Palace, Zhu Houwen went straight to the Wu Residence.
Even though Zhu Houwen's fief was in the northern borders, he still had his own mansion in the Imperial City.
It had been five years since Zhu Houwen last stayed in this mansion.
Now that he had returned to the familiar mansion and looked at the somewhat desolate courtyard, his heart was filled with mixed feelings.
An old woman walked out. She narrowed her eyes at Zhu Houwen and asked,""Is…is it His Highness Wu Wang?"
"Yes, this king." Zhu Houwen replied.
"Greetings, Your Highness Wu Wang!" The old woman trembled and wanted to kneel down to pay her respects.
However, Zhu Houwen appeared in front of the old woman in a flash and stopped her.
"Granny Wang, your legs are inconvenient, so there's no need to bow.”Zhu Houwen said to the old woman with a smile.
Now that he had returned to the Wu Estate and saw that there were still people guarding here, Zhu Houwen felt extremely gratified.
"Are you the only one left in the residence?" Zhu Houwen asked.”
"Yes, Your Highness. Ever since Your Highness was transferred away, the Wu Residence has been empty, leaving only this old woman.”
"It's been hard on you all these years."
Zhu Houwen patted Granny Wang's shoulder and took out a few banknotes.""Granny Wang, here is ten thousand taels of silver. Take it and go back to your hometown.”
But Granny Wang immediately said,""Wangye, what do you mean by this? I…"
"Granny, you are already old. I will not stay in this Wu Estate anymore. Now that he was back, he would be leaving in two days at most. There's no need for you to stay here. At your age, you should be enjoying your life in your hometown.”Zhu Houwen said to Granny Wang.
On the outside, Zhu Houwen was decisive in killing, like a god of death.
However, Zhu Houwen was very gentle and considerate to his own people.
It was indeed not easy for Granny Wang to be able to guard the empty Wu Estate for five years.
Although the large manor looked a little desolate, the interior of the house was extremely clean.
Zhu Houwen's bedroom was still preserved, and Granny Wang cleaned it carefully every day.
As for herself, she did not move to a good room and still lived in the servant's wing room.
This Granny Wang was unusually stubborn…
Even though Granny Wang was unwilling to leave, this was Zhu Houwen's intention after all, so Granny Wang did not continue to be stubborn.
She knew that Zhu Houwen was doing this for her own good, and she was very grateful.
After Granny Wang left, Zhu Houwen was the only one left in the huge Wu Estate…
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