Tang San's pupils contracted. The emperor was actually harboring such intentions. A chill ran down his spine as he shifted his gaze to Xiao Qing. Seeing that she did not seem to have flown into a rage because of the emperor's words, Tang San let out a breath.
The moment the emperor spoke those blasphemous words, Tang San's heart had leapt into his throat. He feared Xiao Qing would kill the emperor outright. If that happened, this war truly would become impossible to stop.
"Aunt Xiao Qing, you..." Since Xiao Qing was the target, even knowing how this battle would end, Tang San did not dare make a decision for her rashly.
"It's fine. Agree to his wager." There was no change in Xiao Qing's expression. Her eyes remained fixed on the emperor seated upon the dragon throne.
With Xiao Qing's approval, Tang San stepped forward and said, "Then this outsider accepts Your Majesty's wager. As for the battlefield..."
"Right outside the hall. There's enough space out there for the two of you to fight!" The emperor also wanted to settle this quickly and marry the beauty afterward. The hall was too cramped, and if they damaged any of its furnishings, they would have to repair them. Since it would not take long anyway, moving outside would be perfect.
At that moment, Xiao Qing spoke. "No need. We'll do it here. It won't take long."
She then pointed a finger at the emperor. "And you, come too. I'll take on both of you alone!"
After spending so much time with Lin Yu, Xiao Qing's way of handling matters had grown somewhat similar to Lin Yu's.
"Oh? I like that! Then I'll handle this personally!" The emperor rose excitedly and tossed the dragon robe draped over his body onto his seat.