My father, Gao Huan, is an invincible prince!

Chapter 58: A close-range ultimate move? That guy is absolutely asking for a beating!

Li Xizong stared at her for a long time, then turned to look at Li Zu'e, who was sobbing uncontrollably beside him.

After struggling for a long time, he finally let out a long sigh and made up his mind.

He immediately waved his hand at her, saying wearily, "Never mind. Tomorrow I will register you under the name of my stepmother, Cui, and include you in the direct line's genealogy, so that you will be known as my second legitimate daughter."

As soon as Li Xizong uttered these words, Li Zuwan's tense spirit couldn't help but relax, and fine beads of sweat instantly appeared on her smooth forehead.

This is because she has mustered all the courage she has in her life to do this.

When I was making my statement just now, I was focused on fighting for myself and didn't realize anything was wrong. But now that things have come to fruition, my heart is pounding like a drum.

Fortunately, her hard work paid off, and she finally made the right bet.

Thinking of this, she immediately let out a long sigh and bowed deeply, saying, "Daughter thanks Father for granting my request."

Li Xizong waved his hand wearily and shook his head, saying, "It was you who brought this upon yourself. You may step down."

"only."

Li Zuwan responded and turned to leave the hall.

As I stepped outside, a night breeze suddenly brushed my face and blew my skirt.

She looked up at the starry sky and a faint smile appeared on her lips.

Inside the hall, everyone watched her leave, remaining silent for a long time.

After a long pause, Li Xiyuan sighed and said, "This woman is extraordinary."

Li Xizong nodded, his heart filled with mixed feelings. He had indeed misjudged this daughter.

Meanwhile, Li Zuyi and Li Zue, hearing the elders of their clan praising Li Zuyuan, couldn't help but tremble, feeling both fortunate and ashamed.

Li Zu'e lowered her head, her thoughts extremely complicated.

She never imagined that her taciturn half-sister would stand up for her in her most desperate moment and protect her from this arranged marriage...

......

The matter of Li's daughter's marriage has come to a temporary end, but the turmoil in Yedu is only just beginning to stir.

The next morning, before noon, the carriages were already prepared in front of the Governor's Mansion.

Gao Cheng stood before the gate, dressed in a moon-white brocade robe, with a gold belt around his waist and a jade crown on his head. He was truly handsome and had an extraordinary demeanor.

Duan Shao followed behind him, dressed in dark cowhide light armor with a long sword hanging at his waist, looking equally heroic and extraordinary.

As for Gao Yang... if you ignore his charcoal-black face and his arm, which is hanging in front of his chest and wrapped in bandages, he does resemble a person.

"Your Majesty, Erlang, Duan Langjun."

Just then, Liu Taozhi, her face still cold and hard, stepped forward and reported to the three of them, "The carriage is ready; we may depart!"

"knew!"

Upon hearing this, the three men did not delay and immediately nodded, splitting into two groups: one on horseback and the other in a carriage.

Among them, the brothers Gao Cheng and Gao Yang rode in the same carriage, while Duan Shao rode alongside them on horseback, providing close protection.

The carriage set off, rumbling towards the Sima residence.

On the carriage, Gao Yang peered through the gap in the curtains at the Governor's Mansion, which was receding into the distance, and said with concern, "Brother, those old foxes are probably going to cause trouble at the banquet today."

Gao Cheng leaned against the car wall, but upon hearing this, he didn't even lift his eyelids.

He casually replied, "If they can trip me up, then I'd give them a second glance. But I'm afraid they won't even be able to do that."

Gao Yang was taken aback and wanted to say something more, but he saw that Gao Cheng had already closed his eyes to rest, so he could only lean back against the carriage wall in a huff.

Meanwhile, the Sima residence was already bustling with activity.

Today's banquet, though called a family feast, is extremely grand. Not only are the gates decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, but servants are also bustling about inside and outside the courtyard, and the hall is filled with guests and distinguished guests.

Inside the main hall, Sun Teng, Sima Ziru, Gao Yue, and Gao Longzhi had already taken their seats, waiting for Gao Cheng's arrival.

As the banquet drew near, Sun Teng could no longer contain himself and asked the others, "Do you all know whether that young Gao Cheng will come today?"

"Does he dare not come?"

Gao Longzhi stroked his beard and sneered, his face full of disdain. "A mere youth, newly arrived in Ye City, his foundation is not yet secure. If he dares to refuse our invitation, the world will surely call him cowardly. How will he command the officials in the future?"

"Brother Longzhi is absolutely right."

Gao Yue nodded and smiled, "Although that young man has some skill, we have all followed King Gao for many years and have accumulated merits and achievements. Even if it is just to appease the people, I believe he would not dare to offend us."

Although Sima Ziru did not participate in the discussion, upon hearing the three people's words, he sincerely nodded in agreement.

As the group chatted and laughed, a servant announced loudly from outside the door: "The Crown Prince of Bohai, the Duke of Taiyuan, and General Duan have arrived!"

Upon hearing this, the group exchanged smiles, then stood up, straightened their clothes, and went outside to greet them.

At this moment, outside the gate, Gao Cheng, along with Gao Yang and Duan Shao, dismounted. All three were extraordinary in demeanor and walked with steady steps, showing no fear whatsoever.

Upon meeting, Sima Ziru took the initiative to cup his hands in greeting, beaming with a smile, and said, "Your Highness's presence is an honor to my humble abode."

The remaining three also bowed and greeted him, saying, "Greetings, Your Highness."

"Gentlemen, there's no need for such formalities."

Gao Cheng smiled and offered a gesture of support: "I apologize for keeping you all waiting so long."

"Your Highness is too kind."

Sima Ziru said, "You flatter me," and then stepped aside to lead the way, saying, "All the guests in the manor have arrived, and we are waiting for the young master to take his seat. Please!"

"Lord Sima, please! Gentlemen, please!"

Gao Cheng exchanged a few polite words with him and followed him into the mansion.

As the group traveled along, they saw that the mansion was filled with artificial hills and flowing water, pavilions and towers, carved beams and painted rafters, extremely luxurious, and no less so than the Jin Yang Prince's Palace.

Gao Cheng sighed inwardly, thinking to himself, "These old fogies really know how to enjoy life."

While secretly sighing, Sima Ziru led the three to the main hall, where many officials and nobles were already seated, all of whom were his cronies.

Seeing the four men lead Gao Cheng inside, all the guests rose to greet him, saying, "Greetings, Your Highness."

Although the guests claimed to have seen the Crown Prince, their eyes were fixed on the four people leading the way.

Upon seeing this, Gao Yang's face immediately darkened, and Hulü Guang's eyes also showed displeasure.

Gao Cheng, seeing this, understood perfectly; they were about to unleash their full power upon him.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but smile and said to everyone, "This is the residence of Lord Sima. You are all guests, and I am also a guest. Your excessive politeness seems to be overstepping your bounds."

Upon hearing this, the guests were stunned for a moment, and then they looked at each other with surprise and doubt.

Is that how the script is written? It doesn't seem quite right, does it?

Upon hearing this, the four guides froze, never expecting that their carefully crafted show of force would be so easily neutralized by Gao Cheng.

However, the four of them were experienced people who had weathered many storms. Although they were somewhat surprised, they quickly calmed down and soon found a solution.

"Since it is what the young master says, then let's skip all these formalities today. Please be seated."

Sima Ziru greeted the guests with a smile, then looked at Gao Cheng and said, "Your Highness, Duke of Taiyuan, please take your seats."

Upon hearing this, Gao Cheng and Gao Yang nodded slightly, said thank you for your trouble, and then prepared to sit down.

At that moment, Sun Teng, who had been quiet all along, suddenly turned around and said to Duan Shao, "Nephew Duan, you are not the host and are a junior. Compared to all the senior members present, you have not made any contribution. If you were to sit in the front seat, it would be against etiquette. Today, you should be relegated to the last seat. Do you have any complaints, nephew?"

Upon hearing Sun Teng's words, Gao Yang and Duan Shao's expressions changed instantly.

Even Gao Cheng couldn't help but furrow his brow slightly, a chilling glint flashing in his eyes.

There's a saying that you have to consider the owner before you beat a dog. Sun Teng's words are no different from directly attacking someone's face.

No wonder the original owner in history, during the tiger-hunting operation, directly ordered the guards to drag Sun Teng down from the hall and personally beat him with a sword ring until he was covered in wounds.

This old bastard really deserves a beating.