CHAPTER 670 (2): THE FIREWORKS FESTIVAL

“When soldiers come, counter with generals; when a flood comes, block with earth. There’ll definitely be a way. We’ll just have to see how things go.” Pei Qianhao said calmly.

Du Ling responded in kind. “I won’t allow Xi-er to get hurt.”

“Western Region King, Xi-er is no ordinary woman. She’s equally as intelligent as you and I.” Pei Qianhao said with a gentle light in his eyes.

Du Ling smiled in agreement. “You’re right; I keep forgetting about that. Unfortunately, her astuteness may be the result of my failure as a brother in the past.”

“There’s no need to talk about the past, Western Region King. You don’t have to dwell on it too much.” Pei Qianhao tried to reassure Du Ling.

“Fine, let’s talk about what we’re up against instead then. Hua Ziqing is obviously eyeing the throne, and he has Li Zikang under his thumb. While the latter controlling the military is already troublesome, we can’t forget that the officials aren’t even aware of Hua Zirong’s imprisonment. Xiliu’s situation is precarious to say the least.” Du Ling gave a clear analysis of the current situation.

Pei Qianhao said, “Hua Zirong will definitely appear during the fireworks banquet. We’ll have to play it by ear. As for you, how do you plan on settling the issue regarding the death of the Prime Minister’s daughter?”

“Hah!” Du Ling scoffed. “If Hua Ziqing loves drugging others that much, maybe I should give him a taste of his own medicine. A tryst with Hua Zirong’s consort would do him well, don’t you think?” A cruel glint flashed in his eyes as he spoke.

Pei Qianhao remained rather emotionless. “Paying him back in kind. Sounds like something you would do.”

Du Ling deadpanned at the comment. “Why do you make it sound like I’m a revenge-crazy person?”

Pei Qianhao said, “I see the Western Region King knows himself well.”

Du Ling thought, My dear sister, why in the world is your husband so fuhei