Shangguan Qing nodded in agreement. Their sweetness was particularly glaring in the eyes of some people, especially the emperor.

The emperor snorted coldly and said gloomily, "I think there's no need to compete in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Let's just fight!"

His voice was filled with authority and dissatisfaction. The ministers were horrified and knelt on the ground, saying in panic, "Your Majesty, this is absolutely unacceptable. I have never heard of the Regent Princess engaging in a martial arts competition. This matter concerns the foundation of the country. Please reconsider!"

They anxiously persuaded the emperor, hoping to change his decision.

However, the emperor had already gone mad. He roared angrily, "You'll be happy only if I'm not the emperor, right? Will you be satisfied if Murong Bai takes the throne?"

There was a crazy glint in his eyes, as if he had lost his mind.

Everyone was silent, having long lost confidence in the emperor. The emperor laughed heartily, "If that's the case, why should I sacrifice myself to satisfy your wishes?"

Shangguan Qing's lips curled up in a mocking arc as he sneered, "The throne doesn't belong to any one person; it represents the future and hope of the entire Murong Kingdom. Its decisions directly affect the country's prosperity and decline, and the lives and deaths of its people. An emperor who only cares about his own power will only be despised. The emperor shouldn't live only for himself, but should also work for the welfare of the country and its people, striving to make the country prosperous and its people live and work in peace and contentment."

Her words were passionate and inspiring, and many people present were moved.

At this moment, Baili Yuan suddenly stood up and shouted, "Sister, you're right! Queen Mother once taught us that the primary responsibility of a ruler is to ensure that his people live a happy and beautiful life!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the whole audience burst into thunderous applause.

Shangguan Qing looked around with a determined gaze and said calmly, "Now, I am willing to accept your challenge. Who wants to step up and give it a try?"

Before he finished speaking, Murong Bai suddenly appeared in front of Shangguan Qing and said nervously, "No, Qing'er, this is not your responsibility!"

Everyone tried to dissuade him, feeling that this was unfair. The Northern Territory Crown Prince quickly offered a suggestion, "This matter is easy to resolve. I see that the maidservant beside the princess is quite skilled. Why don't you give her a weapon and let her fight on your behalf?"

This is purely to see what secret weapons Shangguan Qing has. Shangguan Qing naturally understands this, so it would be okay to give them some shock at this time.

Shangguan Qing casually took out an electric baton and handed it to Lightning, "Lightning, don't be polite. Conserving your energy is the most important thing."

Lightning understood Shangguan Qing's meaning and was no longer polite. She acted very quickly and decisively. No matter what kind of master she faced, as long as she had the chance, she would not hesitate to hit him with the electric baton.

Those who were hit were either unconscious or fell to the ground convulsing. This scene shocked everyone present.

The Duke of Zhenguo was overjoyed and hurried to Shangguan Qing's side, whispering, "Princess Regent, what kind of powerful weapon is this? How many do we have left?"

Shangguan Qing smiled slightly and replied, "We have many such weapons, but I don't want to use them lightly. However, if anyone dares to provoke me, don't blame me for being rude!"

She deliberately raised her voice when she spoke, obviously wanting people from the other three countries to hear as well.

Soon, the battle was over. Lightning had such a powerful weapon in her hand that those masters did not dare to provoke her easily.

They had long discovered that if this thing touched the body, the consequences would be disastrous.

The Northern Territory Crown Prince was filled with curiosity about this weapon and couldn't help but ask, "I wonder what kind of weapon the Regent Princess is holding? Could you give us one?"

Shangguan Qing was quite generous and casually threw an electric baton to the Northern Territory Crown Prince. However, this action caused dissatisfaction and blame from others.

Some people also began to target Shangguan Qing, "Could it be that the Regent Princess has become idiotic again? How could she give such a crucial item to others?"

Murong Bai's face darkened and he snorted coldly: "My princess has her own reasons, which cannot be questioned."

At this time, everyone was surprised to find that the Crown Prince of the Northern Territory was at a loss with the electric baton in his hand. Even though Lightning was beside him instructing him on how to use it, he still had no idea.

It turned out to be a stun gun without an electric baton.

Seeing this, Murong Bai took the opportunity to announce, "Since the marriage between our two countries has been successfully concluded, please leave Murong Country as soon as possible. We have other important matters to attend to, and cannot allow you to stay here for long."

However, at this moment, Baili Yuan suddenly stood up and said to Murong Bai directly: "Brother-in-law, I want to take my sister away."

This sentence was like a stone that caused a thousand ripples. People from the four countries were all stunned and talked about it.

"What? Baili Yuan actually called the Regent brother-in-law?"

"Doesn't that mean the Princess Regent is from Dongli Country?"

"That's impossible! She's clearly the daughter of General Shangguan. How could she be related to the Dongli Kingdom?"

Shangguan Qing's face was filled with confusion. He looked at Baili Yuan tenderly and said softly, "Young Master, are you mistaken? I am from Murong Country and have nothing to do with Dongli Country."

Baili Yuan smiled and said with certainty, "Sister, there is no mistake. You are my biological sister. Our mother is Baili He, and our father is Shangguan Ming. Speaking of which, I am also half Murong nationality."

Everyone present was shocked. "What's going on? Why didn't I understand? Dongli Kingdom is a women's kingdom. Could it be that Yuhe was the king of Dongli Kingdom back then?"

"Ah, then Shangguan Qing must be the princess of Dongli Kingdom, and there is a possibility that she will inherit the throne of Dongli Kingdom."

At this time, Shangguan Qing's status had been elevated to a higher level, even more noble than the Regent Princess.

Shangguan Qing opened his mouth wide at this time, not knowing what to say.

She stared at everything in front of her with wide eyes in disbelief.

Baili Yuan quietly walked up to Shangguan Qing and said softly, "Sister, sister, I'm Yuan'er. Can I take you to find mother?"

His voice was full of anticipation and longing.

Hearing this, Murong Bai immediately became alert and felt a little panicked.

Shangguan Qingze looked at Baili Yuan with deep affection in his eyes.

She realized that the little boy was related to her by blood and immediately believed what he said.

She gently pinched Baili Yuan's little face and said with a smile, "Yuan'er, come back to the Regent Palace with me. We can talk slowly."

After saying that, she held Baili Yuan's hand tightly and took him out of the hall.

Murong Bai looked at their departing backs and sighed helplessly.

He ordered, "Everyone, disperse. The people from Western Frontier and Northern Territory can leave as soon as possible, and prepare the selection of relatives as soon as possible. Leave this matter to the three princes."

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