The carefree sixth prince, my father respectfully invites me to ascend the throne.

"Lord Su just left like that? Isn't that a bit too disrespectful to this prince?"

Upon hearing Yang Kang's words, Su Yun smiled faintly.

It seems that the second prince is really preparing to develop his own power in Liangzhou.

Su Yun didn't speak, but a playful look appeared on his face.

"What is it, Second Prince? Is there something else?"

Seeing Su Yun standing before him with neither arrogance nor servility, Yang Kang grew increasingly furious.

This brat, relying on being the Crown Prince's man, dares to be so unscrupulous in front of me. He really doesn't know what's good for him.

"Lord Su, I will not hold what happened tonight against you, but I hope you will be more careful with your words and actions."

After saying this, Yang Kang turned to the officials beside him and said, "Gentlemen, please continue to enjoy yourselves. Today's expenses are all on me."

Su Yun looked at Yang Kang, but there was no fear on his face. Instead, he looked calm and composed.

"I will remember Your Highness's words. However, I would also like to say something on behalf of His Highness the Crown Prince: all of you present here, including the Second Prince, will be assisting His Highness the Crown Prince in the future. There is no need for you to do anything out of line!"

Upon hearing this, Yang Kang's face darkened completely. This kid was far too presumptuous, daring to say such treasonous things to his face.

"May you have a safe journey, Lord Su!"

Yang Kang gritted his teeth, but due to the current situation, he dared not act rashly. He could only grit his teeth and wait for another opportunity to take revenge.

Su Yun smiled, cupped his hands in greeting, and turned to leave the restaurant.

Yang Kang watched Su Yun's departing figure, his face turning ashen with anger. When had he ever suffered such humiliation? But now that he was in Liangzhou, he dared not act rashly.

But just as he was about to speak, Su Yun suddenly stopped.

"By the way, Your Highness, you must not offend His Highness the Crown Prince because of this matter. After all, I am here to deliver a message. If the Second Prince accidentally offends the First Prince, it would be a loss for him!"

After saying this, Su Yun laughed a few times, then turned and left the restaurant.

Yang Kang watched Su Yun leave outside, and his whole body began to tremble with rage. He really wanted to kill this guy now.

As a prince, he was quite embarrassed to be treated like this by a mere subject.

The officials below were also taken aback. Faced with such a situation, the Second Prince still appeared so cowardly, which made them somewhat hesitant.

However, when this news reached Yang Ling's ears, she could only laugh helplessly.

"He's a member of the royal family, yet he's been bullied to this extent by a mere subject. It's truly shameful!"

Yang Ling's eyes were full of disdain. She had thought her second brother was someone important, but she never expected him to be so cowardly.

An Yu, who was standing to the side, shook her head helplessly after hearing this.

"The Second Prince was already outnumbered and outmatched, and Su Yun was the Crown Prince's man, so the Second Prince had no choice but to do this."

An Yu shook his head, his face full of helplessness. He was already used to the power struggles among the princes.

However, the cowardice that the Second Prince was showing was becoming somewhat unbearable for him.

Yang Ling's eyes suddenly twitched, and then the corner of her mouth twitched slightly.

Upon seeing this, An Yu immediately came over, knowing that his prince must have some good ideas.

“Go and invite my cheap second brother here. Since there’s a rift with the Crown Prince, can’t the enemy of my enemy become my friend?”

Upon hearing this, An Yu smiled.

It seems Your Highness is planning to use the Second Prince as a pawn!

……

When Yang Kang followed An Yu to the Ninth Prince's residence, a faint sorrow was on his lips, and his eyes looked somewhat powerless.

After what happened last night, I didn't sleep a wink. I was thinking about how to handle the situation when An Yu came to my door just now.

"Second brother, what's wrong? Why do you look so worried?"

Yang Ling immediately put on her dramatic act, quickly running to Yang Kang's side as if she knew nothing about what had happened.

Upon hearing this, a strange look flashed across Yang Kang's eyes, but he quickly concealed it.

"Ninth Brother is the best. He knows how to care about his elder brother. Your second brother, me, is really living a pathetic life."

Yang Kang smiled, but there was a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

"What do you mean by that, Second Brother?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Ling quickly feigned shock, as if she truly knew nothing about it.

"I'm not afraid of making a fool of myself in front of you, Ninth Brother, but last night Su Yun caused a huge scene at the restaurant, and I, Second Brother, completely lost face!"

"what!"

Upon hearing this, Yang Ling immediately put on an indignant expression: "How dare Su Yun treat my second brother like this? He's trying to rebel!"

Upon hearing this, Yang Kang's face showed a touch of emotion.

"Second brother, don't worry! Leave this matter to your ninth brother. Liangzhou is my territory, and I will never allow a mere official to bully a prince!"

Yang Ling patted his chest, his expression incredibly serious. Yang Kang was so moved that tears streamed down his face.

"Ninth Brother..."

The two looked into each other's eyes, and the scene was incredibly touching.

Yang Ling suddenly felt a chill. Her second brother was far too good at acting. If he were born in modern times, he would definitely be an award-winning actor!

"Then I thank you very much, Ninth Brother!"

Yang Kang was moved to tears; he was deeply touched!

"Second Brother, what are you saying!"

Yang Ling waved his hand, looking completely unconcerned: "No matter what, Su Yun is just a subject. In Liangzhou, my territory, it's quite unlikely that he can act recklessly."

After saying this, a strange look flashed across Yang Ling's face.

"Ninth Brother, just say what you want to say!"

Yang Kang was a smart man, and of course he knew that this matter was not so simple. Since the Ninth Prince had summoned him, he must have had a reason for it, and it was definitely not just to resolve the matter of Su Yun.

"Second brother, I know that the Crown Prince and you have never gotten along. However, I am weak and alone and cannot stand up to the Crown Prince. Therefore, I hope that you can join forces with me."

Upon hearing this, Yang Kang's expression changed slightly. His ninth brother was quite different from before; who knew if he might have some bad intentions?

If it were a one-on-one fight, he would be no match for anyone, but if it came down to scheming, it seemed that his ninth brother could easily manipulate him.