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Consort of a Thousand Faces Chapter 1349

Chapter 680.1: Efforts in division

Du Ling’s eyes glimmered with coldness. “Keep the wise ones and deal with the rest swiftly.”

An ice-cold smile crept onto Pei Qianhao’s mouth. “Since they are soldiers, it’s only right for them to die on the battlefield.”

Su Xi-er responded with a faint smile as her eyes shone with astuteness. “A-Jing, Elder Brother, I have a differing opinion. Those loyal to Li Zikang are not in the minority; we may leave some traces if we don’t act prudently.”

“What idea do you have, Xi-er?” Aware of his sister’s true identity, Du Ling looked forward to seeing her in action.

Hua Zirong looked uncertain until he recalled a certain piece of gossip he had heard. If the rumours are true, then it would mean that Princess Consort Hao is actually the reincarnated Eldest Imperial Princes of Nanzhao. Ning Rulan was praised for her abilities in literature and martial arts, not losing out to any man.

“We shouldn’t take a blanket approach in dealing with Li Zikang’s soldiers. For those who were aware of his evil actions and still went along with it, the battlefield will be a fitting graveyard for them. As for those who didn’t understand his true nature, we can put them under observation for the time being. Not only will we prevent a rebellion, the other soldiers will even feel that Xiliu’s Monarch is benevolent.

“Firstly, we have to establish the situation; we will tell these soldiers that they were originally supposed to be punished, but that the Monarch was benevolent enough to allow them to redeem themselves. If they feel that they feel they have a way out, not only will the soldiers be unwilling to help Li Zikang, they will even shun him for getting them into this predicament. If he loses these soldiers, Li Zikang will have nothing left but his title, and it will be up to us to deal with him as we deem fit.”

Admiration twinkled in Hua Zirong’s eyes. “Princess Consort Hao really lives up to her reputation: benevolent and intelligent.”

Pei Qianhao gently pulled Su Xi-er towards himself, showering her with an affectionate gaze. My Xi-er is intelligent. Not only did she easily resolve the problem of Li Zikang, she even got rid of Hua Ziqing’s right-hand man.

Du Ling similarly showed a doting smile. “Younger Sister, this strategy is indeed sublime.”

However, Su Xi-er’s eyes were fixed on Hua Zirong as she spoke in a cold tone. “Monarch of Xiliu, could you let me deal with Li Zikang when the time comes?” 

Not to be outdone, Li Zikang’s eyes burned with the pride of a monarch as he calmly answered,  “Princess Consort Hao, Li Zikang is still a general of Xiliu. It would be inappropriate if I handed him over to you.”

Su Xi-er didn’t press on. Even if he doesn’t hand the man over, I still have my own ways to make him think he would be better off dead instead.

A cold smile flickered in Pei Qianhao’s eyes. “Since that is how things are, Xi-er, let’s go back then.” He then took his wife’s hand as the pair slowly departed.

As for Du Ling, he watched the two depart before turning to Hua Zirong. “Monarch of Xiliu, let me offer you some advice: If I want someone to die at 3, they certainly won’t be alive at 5.”

With everyone gone, Hua Zirong finally revealed a bitter smile.

It’s really not easy being a monarch.

~~~

Liuhua Courtyard

Hua Ziqing was brewing a pot of tea, the picture of serenity. However, his hands suddenly curled into fists before sweeping the tea set off the table, shattering the picture of peace.

A woman in lanshan walked in, her eyes becoming cold upon seeing the remains of Hua Ziqing’s tantrum.

“Qing-er, you really disappoint me.”

Hua Ziqing raised his head and glanced at her. “Great Ancestor, you are fully aware that Hua Zirong is not suited to be a monarch.”

There was a tinge of coldness in the woman’s eyes. “You are too reckless. The time is not yet ripe, yet you’ve even managed to involve outsiders in Xiliu’s internal affairs. How foolish.”

A ripple scattered in Hua Ziqing’s eyes. “Grand Ancestor, your grandson knows his mistakes. Please lend a hand.”

Consort of a Thousand Faces

Consort of a Thousand Faces

Qi Nü Chong Sheng: Xie Wang De Qian Mian Chong Fei, 弃女重生:邪王的千面宠妃
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Status: Ongoing Type: Author: , Released: 2015 Native Language: Chinese
Once an imperial princess, now reborn among the lowest of s*aves of the nobility. As Nanzhao’s eldest imperial princess, she received the burden of an imperial ruler and took to the battlefield in tumultuous times. Instead of being a hero, her actions were vilified by officials as meddling in court affairs. Watching her trusted confidante die as she stood among a sea of flames, her tattered heart was pierced by an arrow shot by the one she loved most. In her previous life, she was known as Ning Rulan. Resurrected as a palace maid carrying out the most menial of tasks in Beimin’s imperial palace, she is resolved to take revenge and save her younger brother. However, many devilish and vindictive nobles stand in her way as she navigates through the dangers of court politics. Travelling across nations and unravelling secrets, she carves out a new place for herself. A place for the woman now known as Su Xi-er. Will she remain shackled to her past? Or will she reach for the chance at happiness before her? No matter if she is Ning Rulan or Su Xi-er, this time, there would be no more regrets!

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