The prince is fierce: Who dares to steal my woman?

Xiao Jinyan's brows furrowed in thought as he asked, "Madam, which heroes do you think we can recruit right now?"

"My lord, I already have someone in mind regarding the recruitment of heroes."

Green Pearl's voice was gentle yet carried an undeniable firmness.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan raised his head slightly, his gaze meeting Green Pearl's: "Oh? I'd like to hear the details."

Green Pearl parted her lips slightly, her words falling like pearls: "First and foremost is Silver Stamen."

"Silver Stamen?"

Xiao Jinyan's voice held a hint of surprise. He thought to himself, "After the Crown Prince was killed, Li Yuerui secretly opened the Xuanwu Gate, letting He Jian's imperial guards in to kill the Prince of Guangling. Her own undercover identity was exposed, so she fled and was wanted throughout the city by the Prince of Guangling. So, Green Pearl is using me to save her good friend?"

Green Pearl nodded gently, a meaningful smile playing on her lips: "That's right, it's Yin Rui. Right now, she's being hunted down by the Prince of Guangling, and her situation is extremely precarious. If my husband can recruit her into his service and have her work under his command, she will definitely be a great help to him."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan frowned slightly, seemingly having reservations about the suggestion: "She's just Yin Rui, and a wanted criminal at that. Can she really be considered a hero?"

Seeing this, Green Pearl smiled slightly, a sly glint in her eyes: "My husband, you may not know this, but although Silver Regret is currently a wanted criminal, she has been infiltrating the Imperial Guards for many years and has quite a few close associates. She also knows the layout of the palace like the back of her hand; no hidden corner or secret door can escape her eyes. In addition, she is highly skilled in martial arts and has extraordinary abilities. At crucial moments, she will surely become a sharp sword in your hands, my husband."

At this point, Green Pearl paused, seemingly observing Xiao Jinyan's reaction. Seeing his brows gradually relax and a hint of agreement flash in his eyes, she continued, "Husband, Yinrui is currently wanted throughout the city, with nowhere to turn, like a stray dog. If you lend her a helping hand, how could she not be grateful and do her utmost?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan nodded slowly, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes. He knew that in this turbulent era, every pawn could become the key to turning the tide. And Li Yuerui, this top assassin who had been active in the center of power for many years, might indeed become an important pawn in his future plans.

“What you say is absolutely right, Madam.” Xiao Jinyan’s voice was deep and powerful, as if he had made up his mind. “I will send someone to handle the matter of Yinrui.”

Upon hearing this, a hint of pride and satisfaction flashed in Green Pearl's eyes.

Xiao Jinyan's gaze was deep, and he asked again, "Which other heroes are worth recruiting?"

Green Pearl smiled slightly, like the most delicate willow branch in spring. Her smile contained both gentleness and undeniable firmness: "Naturally, it is Princess Yang Rong of the fallen kingdom of Qiuchi. Although Qiuchi has fallen, even a broken ship has some nails. Moreover, Princess Yang Rong is no ordinary woman. She is both intelligent and brave. If we can get her help, it will be like adding wings to a tiger."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan frowned slightly, a hint of doubt and wariness flashing in his eyes: "Madam, are you sure you're not mistaken? Yang Rong has plotted against me time and time again, almost plunging me into an abyss of no return."

Green Pearl's voice was gentle yet persuasive: "My husband, it's just a case of the flood washing away the Dragon King's temple, and family members not recognizing each other. Do you know that during the Spring and Autumn Period, Duke Huan of Qi was nearly killed by Guan Zhong with an arrow, but Duke Huan did not hold a grudge and still recruited and appointed Guan Zhong, thus achieving the hegemony of the State of Qi? My husband has a broad mind, why can't you learn from Duke Huan and embrace all things?"

Xiao Jinyan pondered for a moment, the worry between his brows not completely dissipating: "Even so, even if I am magnanimous, will Yang Rong really be willing to be used by me and not harbor any more ill intentions? Her hatred is not something that can be easily let go of."

Green Pearl sighed softly, a hint of pity flashing in her eyes: "The princess was indeed blinded by hatred before, and made a mistake. But we all know that there is no hope for the restoration of Qiuchi, that is a foregone conclusion. Even if the princess can really turn the Song Dynasty upside down and avenge the blood feud, what then? In the end, it will all be for nothing."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan's eyes deepened, as if he were pondering something: "Yes, I don't know what's wrong with Yang Rong. Why does she only want to live in the shadow of hatred and refuse to look forward? But she is, after all, a woman, and she has borne too many burdens that she should not have to bear."

Green Pearl nodded gently, her eyes sparkling with determination and hope: "The princess will eventually come to her senses. After all, there are still many things in this world worth cherishing and pursuing. Besides, with me by her side, what is my husband afraid of? Do you think I, Green Pearl, can't enlighten her in time?"

Xiao Jinyan gently stroked Green Pearl's pretty face and said slowly, "Since that's the case, then I'll trouble you, Madam, to spend more time and effort on Yang Rong and carefully work through her mindset."

Upon hearing this, Green Pearl smiled gently yet firmly: "Of course, my husband can rest assured. Once Yang Rong is recruited into your service, all four beauties of the capital will be at your disposal. At that time, your influence in the capital will surely rise to a new level."

Mentioning the "Four Beauties of the Capital", Xiao Jinyan's eyes flashed with curiosity and longing. He sighed softly, as if savoring a legend: "Speaking of the 'Four Beauties of the Capital', each of them is stunningly beautiful and exceptionally capable. However, I have always been curious about who this mysterious figure who has never shown his face is, and how he could stand out among these four beauties."

Upon hearing this, Green Pearl frowned slightly, a thoughtful expression on her face: "To be honest, my husband, I don't know anything about this last beauty either. She is too mysterious; only Yang Rong knows her true identity. However, since she was able to surpass the highly skilled Yin Rui among the four beauties and sit in the top seat of the capital's four beauties, she must be no ordinary person."

After hearing this, Xiao Jinyan nodded and continued, "Alright, in that case, I'll trouble you, Madam, to subtly inquire with Yang Rong and try to find out who this person is as soon as possible."

A sly glint flashed in Green Pearl's eyes. She leaned closer to Xiao Jinyan and lowered her voice, saying, "Since my husband has made a request, I will do my utmost. I will proceed step by step with Yang Rong, using every means at my disposal, to dig out this mysterious figure as soon as possible so that my husband can see her true face. At that time, with the four beauties of the capital gathered together, my husband's ambitions will have an even greater chance of success."

In the soft candlelight, Xiao Jinyan's face was filled with a doting smile. He gently stroked the tip of Green Pearl's pert nose, a gesture as tender as a spring breeze caressing newly blossoming petals.

“You little thing,” Xiao Jinyan murmured, his eyes gleaming with admiration, “you are truly my wise and capable wife. With you, I am better than a hundred thousand soldiers.”

Upon hearing this, Green Pearl's cheeks flushed slightly, and her eyes sparkled with mischief and anticipation: "Then how does my husband plan to reward me?"

Her voice carried a hint of mischief and shyness, as if she were playing a tacit game.