A Dream of Wives and Concubines in Droves

Ning Xiaochuan gazed toward the distant platform. The Heavenly Emperor Crown Prince, who had originally been seated there, had left at some point.

"This matter must be connected to the Heavenly Emperor Crown Prince. He is undoubtedly the mastermind behind it, while Li Chonglou is merely a knife in his hand!" Ning Xiaochuan understood this perfectly well.

In the future, he would naturally settle this debt with him bit by bit.

"Master, Master Jin Pan, thank you for helping me out of that predicament!" Ning Xiaochuan gave the two elderly men a deep bow.

Master Jin Pan smiled broadly. "Xiao Chuan, you heard what this old man said earlier, didn't you? Your master and I have already discussed this matter. What do you think?"

Ning Xiaochuan said, "Miss Jin Ling possesses peerless talent and beauty that outshines even the most delicate flowers. She is a breathtaking beauty capable of toppling kingdoms and cities. This junior is not worthy of Miss Jin Ling."

Displeasure appeared on Master Jin Pan's face. "What do you mean, not worthy? Even Li Chonglou is no match for you, so how could you not be worthy of Jin Ling?"

Jin Ling stood behind Master Jin Pan, dressed in magnificent robes that radiated wealth and splendor. Yet she did not give off the impression of a gaudily painted common beauty; instead, she carried an air of nobility.

She smiled sweetly. "Great-Grandfather, Ling'er and Junior Brother Ning have actually known each other for quite some time. Ling'er likes Junior Brother Ning very much."

"Oh! Then that could not be better. Since you two already know each other, you should interact more and cultivate your feelings. Hehe! Brother Mu Lan, let us not disturb these young people any longer. Shall we return to Hundred Herbs Garden first?" Master Jin