"Oh, my dear son-in-law has finally decided to treat us to a meal?"
At the Wangjiang Tower, the largest restaurant in Nanming Prefecture, which had been booked out, the leaders of several major forces, including their personal guards, were all present. Although the surrounding environment was decorated festively, the atmosphere was solemn.
The princess's witty remark eased the atmosphere slightly, but when they looked towards the protagonist, everyone's eyes still held a puzzled expression.
Having been here for two whole days, Chen Qing was more composed than expected. The entire Nanming Prefecture barrier lasted for two whole days. The immense energy and ingenious structure prevented a group of people from finding any flaws in the two days.
This also prevented those with ulterior motives from testing them excessively.
"Auntie, what are you saying?" Chen Qing quickly replied with a smile, "Isn't it because this matter is important and we need to give you all enough time to consider it? Come, come, fill everyone's cups!"
Inside the restaurant, burly Fighter Army acted as waiters, carrying jars of fragrant wine and pouring drinks for the guards seated around them.
It was unavoidable to have the Fighter Army handle the hospitality. This banquet was so large that ordinary people would probably be unable to stand properly. Putting aside everything else, just look at the dozens of zombie guards from the West Sea forces in the left corner. Even without them deliberately exuding their murderous aura, they could make ordinary people's legs go weak.
"What a fragrant wine!"
As jars of wine were opened one by one, everyone's eyes lit up, including the eldest princess's.
They all knew how popular Jiangnan wines were these days, and had secretly tasted them, but the wine in front of them was clearly of a higher quality. The rich aroma of the wine alone could make one's blood and energy surge, and it was obviously very nourishing!
"This is red ginseng wine from Great Azure Mountain in Liuzhou, a brand new product," Chen Qing introduced with a smile. "It will be in mass production soon, and I hope everyone will support us then!"
"Such fine wine, why would we need to help?" The princess downed a cup with great gusto, displaying the demeanor of a heroine, which earned her the secret praise of the crowd, who also raised their cups.
After downing a cup, everyone felt a fiery heat spreading from their chests throughout their bodies. The aroma of the wine wafted from their throats, intoxicating them. Their bodies reacted in a remarkable way; even the powerful Princess and the Duke of Duke of Wei could clearly feel themselves sweating slightly.
A hint of surprise was undisguised in his eyes!
For martial artists of their caliber, sweating is extremely difficult.
At their level, even using the family's top-tier secret techniques, it takes at least two hours of practice to even get into a warm-up state. This is why it's so difficult for top martial artists to improve; the prelude to martial arts training alone takes at least four hours, which is far too time-consuming.
This beverage was clearly not poisonous, nor did it put any burden on the body. Yet, it allowed one's blood and energy to warm up on their own. It was simply a divine product!
If Chen Qing dares to release this wine, it will absolutely not reach the common people. No matter how much Chen Qing produces, it will be monopolized by the bloodline families!
"My dear son-in-law, you have quite a few good things here," the princess said with a smile. "The tea from the first day, and the wine today... tsk tsk, your aunt is so envious!"
"Auntie, you flatter me. If you like it, I'll fill a boat with this wine for you."
Well, another boatload!
Everyone rolled their eyes, but their shock only grew. Just how much good stuff did Chen Qing have? He could send out ship after ship of this kind of wine?
"That's wonderful! Mingxue certainly didn't choose the wrong person." The princess smiled even more broadly.
"It is my honor to marry Her Highness the Princess." Chen Qing smiled and personally poured the other party another cup of wine before looking at everyone, especially Minister Pang on his left.
Like other sorcerers and civil officials, Minister Pang only took a small sip of the red ginseng wine before his face turned red, showing that he was not a good drinker.
This reaction is quite consistent with the behavior of a physically weak sorcerer. After all, this is a drink that can warm up even top-level martial artists, so it's natural that ordinary people would find it difficult to handle.
"Would you like to change the drinks, Lord Pang?" Chen Qing asked hastily, looking at Minister Pang, who was covered in sweat.
"Ah, thank you for your trouble, Lord Chen." Lord Pang gave a wry smile, "This wine is too potent; a scholar of my age can't handle it."
"Oh," Chen Qing nodded slightly, then smiled and said, " Lord Pang, you can rest assured. Although my red ginseng wine contains special red ginseng, it is made of pure natural tonic herbs and has no side effects or drug residues. As long as ordinary people don't overindulge, drinking a little will be absolutely fine for their health. You see, Lord Fei, isn't he?"
Chen Qing was referring to the eldest princess's husband, the head of the Fei Family!
Everyone looked over, and you know what? Although Prince Consort Fei's face was also flushed, it was an expression of pure enjoyment. Fine beads of sweat were trickling from his pores, but not as exaggeratedly as that of the Lord Pang, who was sweating profusely.
This is such an obvious loss!
"How could I possibly compare to the Imperial Son-in-Law?" the Lord Pang laughed. "The Imperial Prince Consort Fei has been trained by Her Highness the Princess for many years; his physique is far beyond that of an ordinary person."
"Cough cough."
On the Duke of Wei's side, both of his sons choked and coughed repeatedly while covering their mouths, leaving the others astonished.
Unexpectedly, the usually serious Minister Pang actually started driving.
However, they all looked at Prince Consort Fei with considerable curiosity.
In families with strong bloodlines, women often find it difficult to manage household affairs, not only because they lack the physical advantages of men, but also because of this aspect.
In order to ensure the purity of their bloodline and prevent it from being contaminated by the bloodlines of other noble families, scions of noble families mostly marry women from respectable families without bloodlines. However, the difference in strength between people with bloodlines and ordinary people is enormous, and it is very difficult to control the force during intercourse, especially when they are excited.
It's alright for the man, as long as he can restrain himself and doesn't break the woman's pelvis.
Women are different; with just a slight contraction, an ordinary man would be finished!
The eldest princess was Above First Rank martial artist, so her control over her body was naturally first-rate. However, once a woman is aroused, it is difficult for her to control herself. Therefore, when the eldest princess gave birth to Fei Jun so smoothly, many people secretly suspected that he was not a child of the Fei Family and that the Fei Family was just a front.
However, Fei Jun displayed extraordinary sorcery talent, gradually masking his suspicions.
Seeing that Minister Pang had diverted everyone's attention to Prince Consort Fei with just a few words, Chen Qing was speechless. Indeed, of Dragon Gate in the world, driving is the most popular.
After spending ages trying to draw everyone's attention to Minister Pang, it was all defused by a single carriage.
I really don't understand what's so confusing about this.
The eldest princess is a dragon-like figure; how could Fei Jun, a mere sorcerer, possibly excite her? What's there to be unable to control?
" Minister Pang is quite different from what I've heard," Chen Qing said with a smile. "Everyone says you're a stern person, Minister, but I never expected you to be so humorous."
Minister Pang glanced at Chen Qing and laughed, "That reputation came about when I was teaching at the Yin-Yang Academy. As a teacher, I naturally have to be strict. Who am I supposed to be showing a stern face at a banquet like this?"
"Hahaha"
Except for the group of stern-faced zombies, everyone else was amused and laughed, which immediately lightened the mood.
Chen Qing also wore a smiling expression, but her heart sank slightly.
This guy is really slippery!
If he wasn't mistaken, Lu Ming hadn't made a move yet because he must already have other trump cards up his sleeve. Considering that his wife was a demon, and that many merchant ships had previously gone to the capital, Chen Qing had a bold guess in his mind.
Perhaps Minister Pang has already been replaced!
This conjecture is bold, but if the hypothesis holds true, everything becomes much easier to explain.
Lu Ming remained calm and unhurried because the representatives of the imperial court were already his men, so there was no need for him to forcefully seize power!
Now the pressure is on him.
The opponent can stall. If I force my way in and fail to land a hit, they can use the moral high ground to pressure me, and others can take the opportunity to test my strength!
Therefore, Chen Qing cannot take action without complete certainty. The only way is to expose the other party, then act on the grounds of righteousness, thus gaining the moral high ground. Even if others do not help him, they will choose to wait and see, allowing him to continue with his previous plan.
But this guy is too greasy!
A sense of irritation rose in Chen Qing's heart.
If Minister Pang has truly been replaced, and this guy in front of me is an imposter, then it's highly likely that this person is a demon who has replaced him.
However, the other person's expression and movements were incredibly natural, completely different from the situation with Painted Skin Mister before.
What kind of method could change a person so naturally?
A ghost in human skin? Or perhaps...