blueteamnovel Chapter 119 Finding a Time for the Female Emperor to Play Chess
Chapter 119 Finding a Time for the Female Emperor to Play Chess
The next day.
In the Jixia Literary Academy, in Zhang Qingwei's lofty pavilion.
Gu Lan came to visit as usual with his younger brother, but this time, he also brought along a girl in red, Gu Xiaochi.
Seeing the three of them coming in, Zhang Qingwei paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Young friend, it seems you're fine! Last night, I heard about the collapse of Tianshan Secret Realm and was worried about you. Now it seems unnecessary!"
Although he couldn't see Gu Lan's cultivation, being both focused on the literary path, Zhang Qingwei could vaguely sense that Gu Lan's aura had become stronger than before!
"Fortunately, I gained something in the secret realm."
Gu Lan smiled slightly.
He came today to reassure the old master and inquire about some things.
Gu Lan casually threw out a bag of candies, and Gu Xiaochi's eyes followed the candies.
"What's this?"
Zhang Qingwei was puzzled.
"My wife is expecting, and we distributed candies to our neighbors as part of the celebration. Since we're old friends, we can't leave you out."
Gu Lan smiled.
"Haha! Congratulations to the young friend!"
Zhang Qingwei had no idea who his wife was but happily congratulated him.
Seeing Gu Xiaochi's mouth watering, he handed the candies to the little girl.
"Child, if you want to eat, go ahead!"
"Thank you, Grandpa!"
Gu Xiaoqitook it gratefully. Being a gluttonous phoenix, she was equally excited about treats, whether inside or outside the egg.
Zhang Qingwei moved the beast-shaped golden charcoal brazier aside, pulled out a jade chessboard from under the table, and glanced at Gu Lan.
"Young friend, I have thoroughly studied the chess manual you gave me. Would you like to have a game with me today?"
It seemed like he was entering a stage of arrogance for beginners...
Although Zhang Qingwei was considered a national master in the Great Jing, in Gu Lan's eyes, he was still just an average player.
Gu Lan hesitated for a moment and smiled knowingly, "Sure, let's play and chat at the same time!"
They set up the chessboard.
"Since the old man knows about the Tianshan Secret Realm incident, do you know where the demon beast inside came from?"
Gu Lan raised his eyes slightly.
The demon beasts here were, of course, just heavenly demons, unrelated to the matter of Chiyang Holy Lord.
"The book says it's an extraterritorial heavenly demon. I've heard a bit about it!"
Zhang Qingwei was a bit unwilling to admit defeat.
Knowing he couldn't win, he decided to shake things up!
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Gu Lan helplessly held him back and slowly said, "Old master, don't trouble Grand Tutor Su for such a trivial matter. He holds a position as an imperial tutor in the palace, a status different from a commoner like me!"
"What's the difference?!"
Zhang Qingwei shook his head when he heard Gu Lan's humble words, saying, "We're friends! Forget about Su Hua... even if Her Majesty had time, I'd invite her to play with you!"
No, no! I know you have a high reputation... Gu Lan hurriedly said, "I'll be leaving shortly. Besides, I'm just a commoner. Please don't bother Her Majesty!"
The female Emperor is an important character in the original work. Gu Lan didn't want to attract her attention so easily!
Unexpectedly!
With these words, Zhang Qingwei became even more enthusiastic, "Young friend, you're being too modest! In the future, if you become an official, meeting Her Majesty is just a matter of time... Besides! She is still single, and she hasn't married yet! She is exceptionally beautiful, and all the young talents in the court are eager to gain her favor!"
The more Zhang Qingwei looked at Gu Lan, the more he felt this kid had potential!
He immediately made up his mind!
In the future, he must find a time to invite the female Emperor to play chess with him. Even if it doesn't work out, it won't hurt to use a chess match as an excuse for exchanging knowledge!
Gu Lan didn't know what Zhang Qingwei was thinking, but he couldn't help but feel a bit exasperated.
The young talents in the court were really something.
His wife was already doing well; there was no need or interest in getting acquainted with the female Emperor.
"Let's not talk about this for now..."
Gu Lan changed the topic, recalling an incident in the secret realm and asked softly, "Old master, do you know to which prince the Tianyang Holy Land in Great Yu belongs?"
Zhang Qingwei pondered slightly and replied, "It should be under the influence of Great Yu's Crown Prince... Why do you ask?"
"Oh, they tried to make trouble for me in the secret realm."
Gu Lan casually replied, a cold light flashing in his eyes. Since he now knew they were supporters of the Crown Prince, he could start working to have them expelled!
"They dared to provoke you?"
Zhang Qingwei raised an eyebrow, looking at Gu Lan, and sighed, "Are they all dead now?"
"Yes."
...
After coming out of the lofty pavilion, Gu Lan didn't go home. Instead, he directly rode the phoenix out of the capital.
After Zhongren calculated it, he found the current location of the Nightwalkers organization.
The Nightwalkers in the martial world were mercenaries who sold their lives for money.
With plenty of money in hand, Gu Lan didn't need to personally go to Great Yu. Why bother when he could stay at home and accompany his wife?