Female martial arts fanatics only love to fight, while men fight for their lives.

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Although it was hidden secretly, Lou Xiao still keenly noticed the meaningful look.

But she discovered it quickly, and Li Huaiqing lowered the window frame quickly.

She looked over with a gaze as sharp as a knife, but only saw the vague corner of clothes behind the window and the window closing quickly.

Ai Ying was caught in the act of Li Huaiqing closing the window, and she was completely awakened from her past thoughts.

When he came back to his senses, Li Huaiqing had been staring at him inquiringly for a long time. The two looked at each other, neither giving in. It was Li Huaiqing who broke the silence first.

"The former Duke of Zhenguo and the Crown Prince both died suddenly when the overall situation was still undecided. Rumor has it that they angered the current emperor, so the title has been vacant for a long time."

He walked around the round table, sat in the main seat, and made himself a pot of good tea.

Ai Ying didn't understand why Li Huaiqing was talking to a gangster like her about all this. What did the court's affairs have to do with him?

But he soon understood.

"There was no one to support the Zhenguo Mansion, so the married Lou Hong returned home, and the old Taishan in the mansion and the Yu family jointly wrote to His Majesty to summon him to inherit the title, but it was all unsuccessful.

However, there was a man who suddenly appeared out of nowhere, and as soon as he entered the capital, he met the emperor, was favored unprecedentedly, and became the youngest Duke of Zhenguo. "

Ai Ying stared at Li Huaiqing closely, wanting him to tell her in more detail, but unwilling to reveal her relationship with him.

Li Huaiqing just stared at the tea leaves floating in the cup, smelling the fragrance on his face, but he was in no hurry to speak.

Is it intentional to tease Joe or to keep him in suspense?

Ai Ying was indeed an impatient person and could not remain calm any longer. No matter how patient she tried, she still turned around.

I finally confirmed what I was thinking, this person has a past relationship with Lou Xiao.

What a surprise.

Li Huaiqing put down the teacup, very satisfied with his anxiety, and continued,

"It is rumored that she is the illegitimate daughter of the former Duke Zhenguo, who is slightly skilled in martial arts but not in writing. But no one knows where she was before she came to the capital."

Even he sent people to investigate, but found nothing.

What kind of environment could produce such a woman, and why could she gain the Queen's favor and trust?

Ai Ying sighed in her heart, she... is more than just proficient in martial arts.

But he refused to reveal the slightest bit and said perfunctorily, "There are many of you rich families who keep dogs outside, maybe they are just well hidden.

Since the Queen loves me, what does it matter whether I am an illegitimate child or not?"

He himself did not realize the protective tone in his voice, but Li Huaiqing caught it, and agreed with a smile in his eyes, "Master Ai is right."

It doesn’t matter if he refuses to explain now. One day he will be able to find out about Lou Xiao’s past through him.

Ai Ying didn't know why she regretted saying too much. Who was she now? She was so different from him.

Even if she is an illegitimate daughter, it does not prevent her from holding a high position. She is dazzling among the Queen's procession. Who dares to say otherwise?

His meeting with her was just the most unexpected coincidence in time, a miracle that would never happen again.

In the past, there was a chivalrous girl in the desert and the slaves she rescued...

Now, she is the majestic Duke of Zhenguo, sitting on a tall horse, while he is just a vagrant who has just escaped from the cage and has nothing.

The knock on the door interrupted his thoughts and also disrupted Li Huaiqing's tea drinking.

He heard the shopkeeper outside the door constantly explaining things in a nice way, but it seemed that the other party was not listening.

"I have been ordered to investigate. If you try to stop me again, don't blame me for being merciless."

Because it concerns the safety of the empress, an assassin appeared in the palace. None of the people involved can escape punishment. At the very least, they will be punished. At the worst, they will be dismissed from their official position or even lose their life.

If something goes wrong here, she can't afford it! She has to support a family of two husbands!

"Sir! We in Zuixianju are all good citizens. I don't know who we have offended. Why are you sending troops to investigate at such a critical moment?"

If they really find something, this business will be ruined.

The banknotes that were quietly stuffed into the hands of the officers and soldiers were rejected. Although it was unkind, he did not want to offend the Li family behind them.

She lowered her voice and warned the shopkeeper, "You'd better open the door obediently, check and leave if there is nothing wrong, so that I can report to the higher-ups.

The more you try to stop them, the more suspicious they will become. If the situation gets out of control, everyone from the Zhang family or the Li family will be held accountable."

The shopkeeper was sweating profusely as he clenched his fists, and the officers and soldiers narrowed their eyes on their swords. Could there really be something going on?

"I am innocent and I am not afraid of being checked." Li Huaiqing's voice came from the room. The servant opened the door with a "click". The shopkeeper felt relieved and wiped the sweat from his forehead with one hand.

The figure of Li Huaiqing is very familiar to officials in the capital.

The officers and soldiers who came to check took a quick look inside the room. There were only Li Huaiqing and a few servants, and standing beside them was... ?

"Mr. Li An, who is this?" No woman, including her, had a bad attitude towards Li Huaiqing.

Li Huaiqing smiled and sat steadily, "He is my bodyguard. A few days ago, I was injured by a bad guy. I was panicked, so I found a capable person to stay by my side. Is that right?"

The officers and soldiers looked at Ai Ying a few more times, but seeing that he was unarmed, standing upright without any concealment, and his eyes were clear and natural, he did not look like an assassin.

Besides, he is someone close to Li Huaiqing, so there should be nothing wrong with him.

Then he clasped his fists and bowed, saying, "The people around Master Li should be fine. I trust you. In this case, I have checked everything and it is fine. I will take my leave now. Master Li, please do as you please."

Li Huaiqing held the fan in one hand, "Please."

That's it?

The people following the officers and soldiers kept up with her pace and whispered to her, "Sir, why do you treat him so politely? He is not an official yet, and you are still a ninth-rank official after all!"

After he finished speaking, he was slapped on the forehead by his own "boss", "Stupid! He was almost able to sit on the throne of the queen! The Li family has deep roots and leaves, even if it is quiet for a while, it should not be underestimated!"

After she walked out of Zuixianju, she looked back and didn't know whether to say it to her subordinates or to herself, "But judging from his demeanor, he will not be an ordinary person in the future. It's better not to provoke him. Who knows if he will turn things around one day."

Li Huaiqing, who was still in the room, didn't know what others thought of him, but he didn't take it to heart.

He shook the tea in his hand and said casually,

"To celebrate Her Majesty's birthday, there will be colorful tents at every street corner for Her Majesty to stop at when she feels like it. There will be food, acrobatics, singing and other craftsmen. If you can get a word of praise from Her Majesty, you will be rich and noble."

Ai Ying was unmoved, and Li Huaiqing continued, "There are also gentry or commoners who ask for permission to see the emperor and receive some rewards.

I wonder if I can meet the Duke of Zhenguo if I go to pay my respects and congratulate him on his birthday."

Ai Ying's pupils shrank suddenly, and her hands hanging at her sides clenched into fists. Her heart was beating wildly uncontrollably, and she gritted her teeth, refusing to show any urgency.

See her?

Could she...recognize him?

When her eyes fell on him, what expression should he have?