Fearing being killed for his overwhelming merits, the empress decided to marry him.

"Swallow it, and we will merge."

"Who are you? You really can't remember?"

"Think carefully back to who caused you to become like this before you were reincarnated into this world."

As Shen Lang was meditating cross-legged, he heard whispers constantly ringing in his ears.

In his mind, the undying flame emitted a ghostly blue light, constantly assaulting his divine consciousness.

A drop of sweat trickled down his forehead.

Suddenly, Shen Lang opened his eyes and saw Jiang Mengxuan's tense and concerned face.

Seeing that Shen Lang had woken up, she grabbed his hand and said, "Lang, what's wrong with you? You looked really scary just now. Don't scare me."

Shen Lang shook his head vigorously before comforting her in a deep voice, "It's alright, Xuan'er, I was just too engrossed in my cultivation."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Mengxuan nestled her face against Shen Lang's chest and said softly, "Ah Lang, you've really worked hard these past few days. I only realized how difficult it was for you during this trip to Southeast Asia."

"Take advantage of this time you're back and rest well. The court will handle the rest."

"I'm fine, Xuan'er, don't worry."

Gently massaging his wife's smooth, fair back, Shen Lang's restless heart gradually calmed down.

The two clung tightly to each other, and after an unknown amount of time, Jiang Mengxuan's hand began to wander and rub against Shen Lang's abs.

Her teasing stirred up a desire within Shen Lang once more.

"Xuan'er, you'd better not move, or I'll... hiss—"

Before Shen Lang could finish speaking, her jade-like hand slowly moved down along his firm abdominal muscles and finally grasped his soft ribs.

"Ah Lang, don't think about anything, just relax, lie down and get a good night's sleep, yes, that's it..."

Half an hour later, Shen Lang's anxious emotions were finally completely calmed down.

Jiang Mengxuan rinsed her mouth and smiled slightly at Shen Lang: "You should be calm now, right? Get a good night's sleep and don't think about anything."

"Ah."

Shen Lang obediently responded, and then, in a daze, closed his eyes...

That night, Shen Lang slept soundly without any dreams, and he and Jiang Mengxuan slept exceptionally well.

When I opened my eyes again, it was already broad daylight.

The woman beside him, still asleep, wore a happy smile on her face, and Shen Lang couldn't help but gently stroke her beautiful black hair.

Then, he slowly lifted the blanket, being extremely careful not to make any noise that might wake his wife.

Upon arriving outside Shuixuan Residence and feeling the refreshing air, Shen Lang couldn't help but stretch his arms.

It's so comfortable at home!

He took a deep breath, intending to practice Tai Chi for a while to cultivate his mind and quickly replenish the nutrients he had lost yesterday.

As a result, Jiang Shangxian, with his round belly sticking out, limped over to find Shen Lang after only one move.

"Your Highness, what happened to you?"

When Shen Lang saw Jiang Shangxian's bruised face, he was startled.

Jiang Shangxian said with a mournful face, "My nephew, you must help your uncle this time. If you don't help me, then I will have no choice but to die to prove my innocence."

"What exactly happened? And please, don't take advantage of me."

Shen Lang almost lost his composure when someone took advantage of him right from the start.

"Didn't we agree that you'd call me brother and I'd call you nephew, and we'd each address each other separately? Forget it, we'll talk about this later. Let's get down to business first!"

Jiang Shangxian sat down at a stone table, covering his swollen chin and making a grimacing face.

"Brother, you really have to help me this time, otherwise I'm afraid my life will be lost to my wife at home."

He slowly explained his purpose.

It turns out that Jiang Shangxian took advantage of the Empress's return to court yesterday to find an excuse to invite a group of his cronies out for dinner.

As a result, he was attracted by a prostitute who was pouring drinks during the meal, and he was instantly aroused.

The woman of the night also seemed to be interested in Jiang Shangxian, constantly giving him flirtatious glances.

So, Jiang Shangxian, who hadn't eaten meat for ten months, couldn't resist and took the bait.

However, the crucial issue is that before Jiang Shangxian could even begin his actions, or even take off his pants, the prostitute died suddenly from an overdose of the "Extreme Bliss Powder."

Seeing the beautiful woman's life end, Jiang Shangxian was first shocked and broke out in a cold sweat, and then his old habit kicked in again.

It's such a waste that such a beautiful woman died like that; she should...

While it's hot!

Without further ado, Jiang Shangxian immediately loosened his belt, ready to act while the opportunity was still fresh.

Unexpectedly, before he could even take off his underwear, Liu Wu, who had just finished investigating a case, received the news and rushed to the scene.

For a moment, the air seemed to freeze.

Liu Wu and Jiang Shangxian stared at each other for a good dozen breaths.

Jiang Shangxian tried his best to explain that it was a misunderstanding and told Liu Wu not to overthink it.

Liu Wu ignored Jiang Shangxian, only ordering his men to examine the woman's body. After confirming that the death was caused by an overdose of the Ecstasy Powder, he collected the body and returned it to the yamen.

As for the prince who failed to seize the opportunity, he was naturally taken in to give a statement and describe what happened.

This matter should have ended there, but Liu Wu ordered someone to inform the Prince's Palace.

When Princess Chu Wanyue found out, she was so angry that she grabbed a leather whip and was ready to kill her own relative for the greater good.

She never expected that Jiang Shangxian would have such a disgusting hobby.

That night, upon returning to the Prince's residence, Jiang Shangxian was immediately subjected to family discipline by Chu Wanyue, and his groans continued until late into the night.

"So, how do you want me to help you?"

"Please tell the Queen Consort that I was just acting on a whim, I wasn't serious."

"Do you believe this yourself?"

"Hey, when have I ever succeeded in getting it hot? Please help me out."

"As the saying goes, even an upright official finds it hard to settle family disputes. I won't interfere in your marital affairs."

Shen Lang had made up his mind not to get involved in this mess.

But Jiang Shangxian wouldn't let it go: "We've known each other for so many years, and you won't even help with this little thing?"

"You've truly disappointed me. Since that's the case, I'll have no choice but to unleash my ultimate technique to force you to agree."

Shen Lang narrowed his eyes: "What kind of wicked idea are you up to now?"

Jiang Shangxian grinned: "How about this, as long as you help me win over the princess, I'll have my son recognize you as his godfather, how about it?"

"Is this true?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Lang's eyes lit up.

After marrying the Empress, regardless of whether he could accept it or not, his generation was now a generation younger than Jiang Shangxian's.

Shen Lang didn't mind this fact when he was busy, but when he had free time and attended family banquets, he felt very uncomfortable having to respectfully bow to his former brothers and call them "Uncle".

If his son could recognize him as his father, then the generational hierarchy would be leveled again, which would not only give him psychological balance, but also make the prince's son, who was of the same generation as him, fall down a generation. No matter how you look at it, it feels great.

"My word is my bond. Don't think I don't know what you're thinking. I'm just asking you whether you agree or not."

Upon hearing this, Shen Lang patted his shoulder and nodded vigorously: "I don't care about your son recognizing me as his godfather. I just like to meddle in other people's business. Come on, take me to see your sister-in-law!"