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Chu Yang sneered, a cold light flashed in his eyes, "I am just using him. I want him to be the sword in my hand and clear all obstacles for me!"

"Your Highness is wise!"

When everyone heard this, they suddenly realized what was going on and knelt down in admiration.

"Find out for me who the Fifth Prince has been in contact with recently. I want to know all his movements!"

"Yes, Your Highness!"

The soldier took the order and left.

"Your Highness, what should we do next?"

Another soldier asked.

"Next, it's our turn to take action. Now that we're back, let's make him the crown prince. Otherwise, wouldn't it be a wasted trip?"

Chu Yang's lips curled up into a sinister smile, with a dangerous light flashing in his eyes.

As night fell, the palace was silent. However, beneath this seemingly calm surface, there was an undercurrent quietly surging.

And the center of this undercurrent was Chu Yang.

He is ready to start a bloody storm!

The news spread throughout the palace like the wind.

Prime Minister Zhang Dongzhi also soon learned about Chu Yang's actions in the Imperial Garden.

Especially when he heard that Chu Yang was going to join forces with the fifth prince Chu Yun, the shrewd man frowned immediately, and the brush in his hand left a glaring ink mark on the bamboo slips.

"It seems that the Seventh Prince is ready to take real action."

Zhang Dongzhi muttered to himself, with a gleam in his eyes.

He put down the bamboo slips and called his trusted butler, "Go, invite the young lady over."

Not long after.

A graceful and beautiful girl came to Zhang Dongzhi's study with light steps.

This girl was none other than Zhang Dongzhi's beloved daughter, Zhang Ruyan.

"Dad, you're looking for me?"

Zhang Ruyan's voice was gentle, like the sound of an oriole, adding a touch of vitality to this serious study.

"Like smoke,"

Zhang Dongzhi looked at his daughter lovingly, "Do you know why I called you here?"

"My daughter doesn't know."

Zhang Ruyan shook her head slightly, with a hint of doubt in her beautiful eyes.

Zhang Dongzhi stroked his beard and said slowly: "I heard that the seventh prince Chu Yang was very powerful in the Imperial Garden today, and even several princes dared to contradict him in person."

"It seems that he has really grown a lot in these years in Qiongzhou."

Zhang Ruyan naturally also heard about what happened in the Imperial Garden today, and she couldn't help but feel a little more curious about the Seventh Prince.

Is this still the taciturn boy who was always bullied by other princes?

"Father, you are right. The Seventh Prince has grown stronger and is no longer the prince who was bullied by others."

Zhang Ruyan said softly, with a hint of admiration in her tone.

"yes,"

A shrewd look flashed in Zhang Dongzhi's eyes. "The situation in the court is changing rapidly now. I need a reliable ally."

"Now that the Third Prince can't come back, we can't be without a backer."

"And the Seventh Prince might be a good choice."

Hearing this, Zhang Ruyan vaguely guessed her father's intention, and a slight blush appeared on her pretty face.

"Ruyan, do you still remember that you have an engagement with the Seventh Prince?"

Zhang Dongzhi looked directly into his daughter's eyes and asked in a serious tone.

Zhang Ruyan's body trembled, and her mind suddenly emerged the scene of that day on the pleasure boat, when Chu Yang was like a god descending from heaven, domineeringly protecting Yang Yuhuan.

That domineering aura was deeply imprinted in her heart.

"My daughter remembers."

Zhang Ruyan lowered her head and spoke in a voice as soft as a mosquito.

"Now that the Seventh Prince has returned to the capital, it's time to put this marriage on the agenda. Ruyan, are you willing?"

Zhang Dongzhi asked, his eyes full of anticipation.

"daughter……"

Zhang Ruyan hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded, "My daughter is willing."

Zhang Dongzhi was delighted when he saw this. "Great! Great! I will go to the palace to see the emperor and finalize this matter! Get ready, I will take you to the palace tomorrow to meet His Majesty."

"Yes, daddy."

Zhang Ruyan lowered her head, her heart beating like a deer. She was looking forward to the future, but also a little nervous.

Day two.

Zhang Dongzhi then brought Zhang Ruyan to the palace to meet the emperor, and personally expressed to Emperor Yongning his desire to marry his daughter to Chu Yang.

Emperor Yongning was naturally happy to see an important official in the court marrying Chu Yang, who wanted to run away.

He immediately agreed and gave countless rare treasures as dowry.

When Chu Yang heard the news, he just smiled faintly and did not show too much joy.

He had no special feelings towards the daughter of the prime minister. In his eyes, this was just a court marriage.

"Your Highness, the Prime Minister and the young lady request to see you."

At this time, a personal soldier came in to report.

"Let them in."

Chu Yang put down the military book in his hand and said calmly.

Not long after.

Zhang Dongzhi brought Zhang Ruyan to Chu Yang's bedroom.

Zhang Ruyan dressed up specially today, wearing a light pink dress that set off her exquisite figure. Her delicate face was lightly powdered, making her look even more charming and beautiful.

"Your humble servant Zhang Dongzhi pays respect to His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince."

Zhang Dongzhi bowed respectfully.

"My daughter Zhang Ruyan greets His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince."

Zhang Ruyan also followed suit and saluted, her voice was gentle and melodious, which made people feel relaxed and happy.

“No need to be so polite, Prime Minister. Please take a seat.” Chu Yang said calmly. His eyes stayed on Zhang Ruyan for a moment and then moved away.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

After the two sat down, they began to greet Chu Yang.

Zhang Dongzhi is indeed an old fox. With just a few words, he turned the topic to the political affairs of the court and tried to find out Chu Yang's stance on the government and the opposition.

However, Chu Yang remained silent and just responded vaguely, making it impossible for Zhang Dongzhi to figure out his true thoughts.

Zhang Dongzhi had a smile on his face, but in his heart he cursed Chu Yang for being ungrateful, but he remained calm.

"Your Highness is right. I will come to bother you again tomorrow." As he said this, he reached out to pull Zhang Ruyan.

Zhang Ruyan, however, remained motionless, staring at Chu Yang with her beautiful eyes, and said with a hint of pouting, "Daddy, I want to stay with His Highness the Seventh Prince for a while longer. I have to go to the palace to express my gratitude tomorrow, so I'm afraid I don't have time."

Chu Yang sneered in his heart. This woman is really good at acting. Unfortunately, this prince doesn’t fall for it.

"Ms. Zhang, it's better for us to keep some distance between us, so as to avoid being gossiped about."

Chu Yang's tone was cold, not giving any face at all.

Zhang Ruyan's face froze and her eyes instantly turned red, but Chu Yang didn't even look at her. He picked up the teacup and started drinking.

Upon seeing this, Zhang Dongzhi hurriedly tried to smooth things over.

"Your Highness, please forgive me. I am young and ignorant. Please don't be offended."

"Prime Minister, you are joking. How could this prince bother with a little girl?"

Chu Yang put down the teacup and said calmly, "It's getting late. Prime Minister, you should go back and rest early."

Zhang Dongzhi had no choice but to pull Zhang Ruyan away with a reluctant look on her face.

"Your Highness, what are these Prime Minister and his daughter up to?"

After the two left, Suo Si, who had been silent all the time, couldn't help but ask.