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

Li Yuerui nodded firmly: "Your Highness, rest assured, Yinrui will do her utmost to live up to your expectations."

Yang Rong's voice carried a hint of urgency and expectation: "Then what can I do?"

Xiao Jinyan sneered and said, "You... go open a brothel."

Yang Rong was stunned for a moment, but she quickly understood what Xiao Jinyan meant.

Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a deep smile as he continued, "I've carefully selected an excellent location in the bustling downtown area of ​​Jiankang. It's a place where people come and go, where information converges—the perfect place to reopen Mianyue Tower. And you, Yang Rong, will become the owner of this new Mianyue Tower. On the surface, you'll be a charming and alluring proprietress, but secretly, you'll be the core of our intelligence network, responsible for gathering any clues that can be used to our advantage. Once the time is right, we'll deliver a fatal blow to Liu Kun."

A glint of excitement flashed in Yang Rong's eyes. She clenched her fists tightly and said sternly, "Fine, Liu Kun, you just wait!"

Green Pearl, standing to the side, spoke softly, her voice gentle yet firm: "I am willing to stay by Yang Rong's side, to be her strongest support, and to help her complete every task."

Xiao Jinyan nodded in satisfaction, thinking to himself that he would still feel somewhat uneasy if Green Pearl wasn't by Yang Rong's side. After all, among these four women, He Qiongying and Liu Kun had a blood feud, while Li Yuerui and Green Pearl had given themselves to him and made vows of eternal love, making them trustworthy. If anyone had other intentions, it could only be Yang Rong.

Xiao Jinyan's gaze swept over everyone present, his tone carrying an undeniable force: "Gentlemen, the wheels of history roll ever onward. It is time for us to join hands and, in the name of justice, overthrow the incompetent and establish the wise, and restore order to the court!"

As soon as the words were spoken, the five men stood up in unison, their hands clasped tightly together. At that moment, it was as if an invisible force flowed between them, binding them together, and they shouted in unison, "With one heart and one mind, we will overthrow the darkness and establish the light!"

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Three days later, at Mianyue Pavilion.

The former Mianyue Tower has been renamed Mianyue Pavilion.

Judging from their names, brothels with "guan" in their names are the highest-class, with the most popular girls and the highest prices. Next are "ge" and "yuan".

Below that are rooms, classrooms, and buildings.

Further down are shops, stores, etc.

The new location of Mianyue Pavilion is situated in the heart of Jiankang, across the street from Wei Wuji's residence. It is surrounded by the mansions of high-ranking officials and is only seven or eight streets away from the imperial palace. Moreover, the interior decoration is incredibly luxurious, with sandalwood beams, crystal and jade lamps, and pearl curtains. Even the young women are of exceptional quality, each one exquisitely beautiful, like fairies descended to earth; beauties abound, creating a veritable paradise on earth.

Downstairs, the place has returned to its former bustling, decadent atmosphere.

In an elegant room atop the pavilion, Yang Rong, dressed in a light-colored brocade dress, her hair flowing like a waterfall, stood quietly by the window.

She looked outside and said softly, "From this spot, we can see the mansion of that old scoundrel Wei Wuji."

"Yang Rong, do you know that old thief has his eye on you? You'd better be careful."

Xiao Jinyan, dressed in a black outfit, spoke softly.

At this time, in order to cover up the truth, Xiao Jinyan spread rumors that Yang Rong had used all her charms on him at the Duke of Qi's mansion and unlocked all kinds of positions, so he would forgive Yang Rong for cheating on him and allow Yang Rong's brothel to reopen.

Yang Rong sighed softly, turned around, and met Xiao Jinyan's gaze: "That old fox Wei Wuji is really troublesome. And his son is even more disgusting."

Xiao Jinyan frowned: "What use is there in keeping such treacherous people around? Wei Wuji should be eliminated as soon as possible to prevent future troubles."

Yang Rong nodded, a cold glint in her eyes: "I think so too. Getting rid of Wei Wuji is like cutting off Liu Kun's arm."

“However,” Xiao Jinyan said with a hint of helplessness, “getting rid of Wei Wuji is easier said than done. After all, he is the current prime minister, second only to the emperor.

Yang Rong smiled faintly: "Don't worry, Your Highness, I will find a way."

Xiao Jinyan smiled slightly and said, "You seem very confident. I knew you had a backup plan. Tell me, are you going to use the number one beauty among the Four Beauties of the Capital? Who exactly is that mysterious person?"

Yang Rong smiled slightly, turned around and looked out the window again: "The time is not yet right. When the time is ripe, you will know."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan couldn't help but think that Yang Rong was still holding back some things from him. He should try to appeal to her emotions, since an alliance based solely on interests is not very stable.

“Oh, by the way,” Xiao Jinyan continued, “I have spent a lot of money to obtain your sister Yang Xi’s body from the palace, and she has been buried in the western suburbs of Jiankang. If you are worried about her, you might as well find some time to go and see her to comfort her spirit in heaven.”

Upon hearing this, Yang Rong's eyes instantly reddened. She took a deep breath, her voice slightly choked, but she still tried her best to remain calm: "Your Highness, thank you..."

Xiao Jinyan waved her hand gently: "Alright, I should go now. Take care."

After speaking, he turned to leave, his clothes fluttering in the wind.

However, at that moment, Yang Rong suddenly called out to him: "Xiao Jinyan!"

Xiao Jinyan stopped and turned around, raising an eyebrow slightly: "What, is there something else?"

Yang Rong looked at him with a complicated expression: "You don't seem like a bad person."

Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a playful smile: "So, you've always thought I was a bad person?"

"no no."

A blush of embarrassment flashed across Yang Rong's face. She lowered her head, her hands unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes, her voice barely audible: "You just... look like a bad person."

Like a bad guy? At that moment, Xiao Jinyan really wanted to pin that slut Yang Rong down and teach her a lesson...

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Ten days later, at the Duke of Qi's residence.

On that warm and bright spring afternoon, the sunlight, like tiny gold coins, generously spilled into the back garden of the Duke of Qi's mansion.

Tan Lin, the general once renowned for his bravery, was wielding a gleaming broadsword with a striking presence. His movements were powerful and vigorous, each swing seemingly carrying the force of a mountain collapsing and a tsunami crashing down, the resulting gusts of wind whipping up fallen leaves, creating a spectacular sight like autumn leaves being swept away by the wind.

Sunlight filtered through the leaves, dappling his thick, powerful arms, highlighting his well-defined muscles and robust physique. After these days of careful recuperation at the Duke of Qi's residence, he not only recovered from his injuries but also seemed more energetic than before, like a tiger ready to pounce.

Beside them, Xiao Jinyan, Luo Chuan, and Wang Xuanyu stood side by side, their eyes fixed on Tan Lin's agile figure. Their faces were filled with sincere admiration and respect, and they cheered from time to time, their voices echoing in the garden, adding a touch of excitement to this impromptu martial arts demonstration.