The fool has become a spirit, and she can speak

“Brother Feng, you’re really good to replace Tie Zhu. You handed this whole thing over to him as soon as he arrived.”

Cheng Feng tightened his grip on Chen Qingsheng's arm, his words carrying a hint of seduction. "Who told him to be my nephew? If you were my nephew, I would give you important responsibilities too."

Cheng Feng took large, firm, and powerful strides, while Chen Qingsheng took small, weak, and feeble steps. As Cheng Feng dragged him forward with his arm around his shoulder, Chen Qingsheng felt as if he were being coerced. His steps were unsteady, and his body was swaying, like an accessory hanging on Cheng Feng's body. His ribs, which he had carefully nurtured for two months, began to ache with each movement.

In the distance, a man wearing leather boots and with a sword at his waist walked towards Cheng Feng. He had a long face, a narrow nose and narrow eyes. Although his eyes were small, they were surprisingly bright. He wore a constable's uniform and looked imposing and spirited.

"Greetings, Your Highness."

"Officer Sun? You're out investigating a case?"

"I was supposed to be off today, but there was a murder in Dongcheng last night, and they called me in early morning to arrest the culprit. I'm about to go home now. Your Highness, I was just thinking about visiting Prince Pang's residence to pay my respects to you and your wife. It just so happens that I ran into you on the street today."

Cheng Feng also found it quite a coincidence. He rarely had the leisure to exchange a few pleasantries with Constable Sun. "Wang Qiaozui went to the Prince's Mansion to talk about your matter. Everyone in the Prince's Mansion, from top to bottom, is optimistic about your marriage with He Ye. It's just that He Ye is a silly and stubborn girl who only wants to find someone she knows well."

In the street, right in front of Chen Qingsheng, Constable Sun really didn't want to mention his failed attempt to marry He Ye. But seeing the prince's beaming smile and approving expression, he suddenly felt hopeful and perked up.

“Young Master, I know your family background very well. Why don’t you come to my house? I’ll take out our Sun family genealogy and show it to you. My ancestors produced two lawyers and one coroner. I was the first to become a constable.” Constable Sun spoke with a hint of pride. Although he wasn’t a high-ranking official, no one should look down on him. His position as constable was not one that just anyone could attain.

Of all the officials present, how many wouldn't want to share a drink and confide in Cheng Feng? But he rarely gave them the opportunity. Cheng Feng had seen all sorts of officials, and he didn't consider the two minor clerks from Constable Sun's family to be anything special, nor did he think Constable Sun was a dragon among men. But as the saying goes, a kind word warms three winter months, and besides, Constable Sun was the first person to sincerely want to marry He Ye. Cheng Feng's words naturally carried a degree of approval for Constable Sun: "No wonder Constable Sun's judgments are so divinely inspired! It turns out your ancestors included lawyers and coroners! You becoming a constable is truly a chosen one!"

Cheng Feng's serious demeanor made it impossible for anyone to guess how insincere his words were. Constable Sun was secretly pleased, but he didn't show it on his face. He suppressed his smile. Yanzi was very humble; he wasn't content to be just a constable for life. He had grand ambitions and lofty aspirations. Otherwise, why would he have tried to please the prince and marry He Ye? Just thinking about He Ye's erratic behavior and unusual actions made him sweat!

"Your Highness, if you think highly of me, please put in a good word for me with He Ye. He Ye doesn't know me yet. You can bring her to my home to see me. Although I already have a wife and a concubine, we get along very well. They are like sisters, even closer than they are to me. They are practically inseparable. They love lively gatherings and are looking forward to He Ye joining the family. My wife has already said that once He Ye joins the family, she will be in charge of half the household and will be treated like a younger sister."

Constable Sun spoke with sincerity, but Cheng Feng had also inquired and learned that Constable Sun's wife was no pushover. He'd heard that once, when a concubine did something wrong, she almost beat her to death. However, Cheng Feng wasn't afraid of anyone mistreating He Ye. With his status, He Ye wouldn't suffer any mistreatment no matter who she married; no one would dare neglect her.

Cheng Feng patted Constable Sun on the shoulder, showering him with praise, "I have high hopes for you. You are the best constable in our Fengying Camp, and your ability to solve cases is second to none. Be patient and wait. I will go back and persuade He Ye to see the error of her ways and get married to you as soon as possible."

Upon hearing this, Constable Sun was secretly delighted and bowed deeply to Cheng Feng, saying, "Thank you for your appreciation, Your Highness. Then I will rely on Your Highness for my matter with He Ye."

Cheng Feng raised his hand and patted Constable Sun on the shoulder politely, saying, "What are you being so polite about? If you can become family with my niece, you'll be my niece's husband. How will you be any different from my nephew?"

Officer Sun immediately clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, calling out, "Uncle."

Cheng Feng patted Constable Sun on the shoulder with satisfaction, her eyes looking as if Constable Sun were her niece's husband.

Before parting ways, Cheng Feng enthusiastically introduced Constable Sun to Chen Qingsheng, saying, "Qingsheng, if you encounter any bad guys while setting up your stall in the future, just look for Constable Sun. Constable Sun is upright and incorruptible, and he solves cases very quickly. He never lets any criminal go unpunished."

Chen Qingsheng had met this man twice and had a deep impression of him. Not only could he recognize Constable Sun at a glance, but Constable Sun could also recognize him as the kite stall owner at a glance. Seeing that this man was the prince's man, and seeing the way the prince had his arm around him, it was clear that the two had a deep relationship. But he couldn't understand how someone who had such a relationship with the prince could be running a stall on the street.

Officer Sun was adept at reading people and changing his tune accordingly. He would curry favor with anyone who was related to the young master. He took the initiative to strike up a conversation, "I heard from the young master that you broke two ribs after the last incident. How are you now?"

Chen Qingsheng said with a pale face, "I've been lying in bed for more than two months, and I only got out of bed today."

"Lying in bed for more than two months?" Constable Sun was astonished. His gaze towards Chen Qingsheng changed, as if he were looking at a frail, weak woman. "Did you break a rib? Two broken ribs wouldn't be enough to keep you in bed for two months, would it? I think two days would be more than enough."

Chen Qingsheng's face turned even paler. Wasn't this person trying to say he wasn't a man? Did he want to be taken care of in bed? He was truly too weak to get out of bed and walk.

"Qingsheng is frail, unlike Constable Sun who is so robust. You are a tough guy with an iron will! Qingsheng is a weak and sickly man. There is no comparison between the two of you in terms of physique." Cheng Feng said with a smile, as if he was defending Chen Qingsheng, but when you listened to the whole thing, it sounded more like he was praising Constable Sun for his strong physique and manly character.

And what's with that "their physiques can't compare" line? Chen Qingsheng was hearing it as him being inferior to Constable Sun; Cheng Feng was clearly looking down on him! Was he really that bad? His brother Feng used to praise him so much! How could someone change so quickly?