Oh no! My grandmother made me shoulder the responsibility for eight households!

Chapter 294 The Lone Seeker of Defeat Lost

the next morning.

Sunlight streamed in through the window and fell onto the bed.

Lin Chen opened his eyes; the room beside him was empty.

He sat up and saw the Empress sitting by the window, combing her hair in front of the mirror.

Her long hair was draped down, glistening in the sunlight.

He was wearing a white undergarment, which belonged to Lin Chen, but it didn't look bulky at all.

Lin Chen was a little stunned.

How should I put this scene?

The empress, who usually has a cold face and whose word is law in the court.

Sitting here now, wearing his clothes, combing her hair in front of the mirror, she looks like an ordinary family's wife.

Lin Chen lifted the blanket and walked over.

Gently hug her from behind.

The Empress stiffened slightly, then relaxed.

Lin Chen whispered in her ear, "Good morning."

The Empress blushed slightly; you could see it in the mirror, even the tips of her ears were red.

She said softly, "Good morning."

Lin Chen looked at the two people in the mirror.

The empress leaned against him, his chin resting on the top of her head.

The scene was surprisingly harmonious.

After a long while, the Empress suddenly spoke: "Lin Chen."

"Um?"

"Do you remember what I said yesterday?"

Lin Chen nodded: "Remember, our first child should have the surname Zhao."

The Empress turned around and looked at him, her gaze so serious it was almost frightening:

"I am serious."

Lin Chen looked at her intently, without flinching or dodging.

"I'm serious."

The two stared at each other for a few seconds.

Then they all laughed.

The empress leaned back into his arms, her voice soft: "Send me back."

Lin Chen nodded: "Okay, let's eat first, I'll take you home after we're done."

The Empress looked up at him: "What food do you have here?"

Lin Chen smiled and said, "My chefs are just as good as those in the palace. What would you like to eat?"

The Empress blinked: "Then I want to eat fish."

Lin Chen smiled helplessly: "Fish for breakfast?"

The Empress gave a soft hum: "I want to eat."

Lin Chen: "...Fine, you're His Majesty, so you call the shots."

The two tidied up and ate breakfast.

After finishing her meal, the Empress wiped her mouth and looked at Lin Chen:

"Let's go."

The two left Dongshan and flew towards the palace.

The morning breeze was a bit cool, and the Empress flew ahead, her robes fluttering.

Lin Chen followed behind, watching her back, and suddenly felt that this woman had a tough time too.

Emperors don't have many moments to relax.

Upon arriving at the palace, they landed at the entrance of the Imperial Study.

The Empress landed, straightened her clothes, and turned to look at Lin Chen.

"Lin Chen".

"Um?"

"About us..."

Lin Chen waited for her to continue.

The Empress paused for a moment, then said, "I will handle it."

Lin Chen nodded: "I know."

The Empress glanced at Lin Chen, then turned to leave.

He took two steps, then turned back: "By the way, I really like Dongshan."

Lin Chen smiled: "Come often if you like."

The Empress smiled slightly, said nothing, and turned to leave.

Lin Chen stood there, watching her figure disappear behind the door.

Then he turned around and flew towards the Prince's Palace.

It was already noon when they returned to the Prince's residence.

The sun was high overhead, warming everyone comfortably.

Lin Chen had just entered the study and hadn't even had a chance to sit down when Yuan Tiangang arrived.

"My lord, there is news from Zhongzhou."

Judging from his expression, Lin Chen knew it was no small matter.

He sat down and pointed to the chair opposite him: "Sit down and talk."

Yuan Tiangang sat down and said in a deep voice:

"Dugu Qiubai and the Corpse Immortal fought for three days and three nights. In the end, Dugu Qiubai coughed up blood and fled, disappearing without a trace."

Lin Chen was stunned.

Dugu Qiubai.

That old man, a master of swordsmanship who never admits defeat.

The old man who said, "In my whole life, I only seek one defeat."

lost.

Lin Chen was silent for a few seconds, then asked, "Where is the Corpse Immortal?"

Yuan Tiangang said, "He was also severely injured. According to the news sent back by the Bad Guards, half of the Corpse Immortal's body was shattered, and he will definitely not be able to fight again for a while."

Lin Chen nodded, his mind racing.

Dugu Qiubai was defeated, but the Corpse Immortal was also crippled.

This deal wasn't a loss.

But Dugu Qiubai is currently missing; we must find him.

Lin Chen looked at Yuan Tiangang and said calmly:

"Order the Bad Guards to search for Dugu Qiubai's whereabouts with all their might, and report back to me immediately upon finding him."

"Furthermore, cause some trouble for the Corpse Refining Sect, the bigger the better, so they won't have time to bother Dugu Qiubai, ensuring Dugu Qiubai has time to properly recover from his injuries."

Yuan Tiangang nodded: "Yes."

He paused, then took a letter from his sleeve and handed it over:

"Oh, by the way, there's a reply from Mei Jiu Niang."

Lin Chen took the letter and opened it.

The letter paper was pink and had a pleasant fragrance that was somewhat intoxicating.

There were only a few lines of text on it, the handwriting crooked and messy, just like the writer, exuding a sense of frivolity:

"Little brother Lin Chen, I've missed you terribly these past few days. When we meet next time, you'd better be prepared, because I'm going to 'eat' you up."

By the way, I recently found a pair of absolutely gorgeous twin sisters; I guarantee you'll love them.

If you can't wait, little brother, you can come to Zhongzhou to find me. Your 'back garden' is still waiting for you to pick flowers! —Mei Jiu Niang"

Lin Chen's lips twitched slightly after reading it.

This woman is really...

Eat me? Who eats whom is still uncertain.

Twin sisters, the back garden...

Lin Chen could picture Mei Jiu Niang writing this letter, probably with her legs crossed, a knowing smile on her face as she wrote.

Lin Chen carefully put the letter away and said to Yuan Tiangang:

"Reply to me and say that I will be going to Zhongzhou soon."

"Furthermore, having her look after Dugu Qiubai is something I owe her."

Yuan Tiangang nodded and turned to leave.

"Wait a minute," Lin Chen called out to him.

Yuan Tiangang turned around.

Lin Chen asked, "How's it going over at Songshan?"

Yuan Tiangang said, "The city construction is proceeding in an orderly manner, and the construction of the teleportation array has also begun. The progress is going smoothly."

Lin Chen nodded.

"Okay, get ready, I'll go to Songshan tomorrow."

Yuan Tiangang nodded: "Yes."

After saying that, he turned and walked away, but turned back at the door.

"My lord, please take care of yourself."

After saying that, he disappeared in a flash.

Lin Chen was stunned for a moment, then realized what was happening.

Is this old guy teasing him?

He was both amused and exasperated. He picked up the letter on the table and read it again.

Twin sisters?

Backyard?

He shook his head, folded the letter, and put it in his pocket.

I'll make that woman pay the price next time I see her.