I was kicked out of the house, and I was reborn and became the emperor

At the Marquis Guanjun's Mansion, Fang Yi slowly returned from the market, feeling very happy.

The perfume is about to be launched on the market, and huge profits are about to roll in. Not only will it allow my mother to escape from poverty, but it will also give me more opportunities and bargaining chips to realize my ambitions.

However, the moment he stepped into the palace, he saw some cloth and boxes carefully tied with red ribbons displayed within his sight - it was obvious that these items were gifts.

"Is there a distinguished guest visiting the palace today?"

Out of curiosity, Fang Yi called the imperial guards guarding the door to ask.

"In reply to the Marquis, these gifts were sent to the mansion by the Fourth Prince."

The soldier responded respectfully.

The fourth prince?

Yang Jingxuan?

After hearing this, Fang Yi couldn't help but frowned, expressing some surprise at this brother with whom he had rarely interacted and who could even be considered a stranger.

"What intention is hidden behind this sudden show of goodwill?"

Looking at the boxes of luxurious and exquisite gifts in the courtyard, Fang Yi couldn't help but think of the ancient admonition "If someone shows kindness without any reason, he is either a traitor or a thief" in his mind.

At this moment, the queen walked out of the main hall with her maid Qingzhu.

Fang Yi walked forward and asked softly, "I heard that it was the Fourth Prince who sent someone to present a gift?"

Based on past impressions, compared to his brothers who repeatedly tried to harm him, the Fourth Prince usually seemed to prefer to keep a low profile and work behind closed doors, and not easily get involved in any open or covert struggles;

As a result, he won a relatively good reputation throughout the palace.

But how do you explain such an act of giving expensive gifts for no reason?

The queen nodded to confirm the news, and took out an invitation and showed it to her son: "He also sent an invitation to a banquet, please go and attend."

"I have not yet decided whether to accept this generous gift, but the person who gave the gift emphasized that once you see this scene, you will understand his intentions..."

She frowned, obviously full of doubts about this sudden visit.

Fang Yi took the thin paper in his hand and quickly scanned the concise handwriting: it only said an invitation to chat, but did not elaborate on the purpose.

But considering the mountains of gifts, the other party's intentions were obvious - he was clearly trying to set a trap!

But since I can't refuse such a kind invitation, I might as well take the opportunity to find out what's going on.

"You don't need to worry too much, mother," he raised the corners of his mouth slightly, "Let's accept it all! How can we miss such a rare opportunity to flatter you?"

After saying that, he turned to Bian Yuqing, who was standing by waiting for instructions, and walked straight to the meeting place designated by the other party.

Soon, the two arrived in front of the Fourth Prince's bedroom.

The fourth prince's biological mother was Concubine Jing. Although her family background was not as noble as that of Concubine Chen, it was also extremely prominent.

Her family was located in Jiangnan, and was a prominent family there. Not only did it produce many civil and military officials, but it also had considerable influence in the court. Therefore, Concubine Jing and her son were highly favored in the palace.

Compared with the situation he had seen before, the environment Fang Yi was in at the moment was undoubtedly very different.

Bian Yuqing respectfully stepped forward with the invitation letter and handed it to the guard at the door.

A moment later, several figures came out from the depths of the palace.

The leader was a young man with an upright figure and handsome appearance, and his brocade robe made him look even more elegant and talented.

He walked briskly to Fang Yi, and a gentle smile appeared on his face: "I am extremely ashamed that the Champion Marquis has come to my humble home and I have not been able to pay my respects in person to your residence!"

"Your Highness, you are too kind."

Fang Yi smiled gently and helped him up.

I thought, since the other party is so polite, let's wait and see what his purpose is.

"In fact, you only need an invitation to see me. Why do you need to mobilize so many people? These valuable gifts piled up here make people feel uneasy."

Although he responded with a smile, there was a hint of questioning in his words - giving a generous gift without permission was too arbitrary and overbearing.

Hearing this, Yang Jingxuan's smile remained as warm as ever. He waved his hand and said calmly, "My Lord, you are joking. It's just a small token of my appreciation. If you don't mind, I hope you will accept it."

Fang Yi raised his eyebrows slightly, "It's not that I dislike this kindness, but as the saying goes, 'no reward without merit'. Besides, if you take someone's things, your hands will become soft, and you won't even be able to sleep well!"

Hearing this, a subtle change flashed across his originally calm eyes. It was obvious that the other party's answer surprised him.

Just as the atmosphere became tense, a voice came from behind, full of disdain and sarcasm: "The Champion Marquis actually rejected your highness's kindness in this way. It is really disappointing!"

There was obvious dissatisfaction in his words.

Seeing that the situation was a little awkward, a sly smile flashed in Fang Yi's eyes, and his gaze swept between the young man in front of him and the Fourth Prince who was still smiling.

As if sensing the situation was about to get out of control, the Fourth Prince immediately interrupted the person who interrupted him and said sternly, "Mr. Chen, please don't be rude. The small gift I presented this time was indeed a bit abrupt, please forgive me, Your Majesty."

Then he bowed deeply to Fang Yi and said, "Please accept this kindness, otherwise I will not be able to let it go."

Seeing this, the young man named Chen Jun just snorted coldly and stopped talking.

At this moment, Fang Yi squinted his eyes and observed the interaction between the two people in front of him——

One is soft while the other is hard, one sings in harmony, it's simply a warning to the newcomers!

"My Lord, please come into the palace and have a chat."

Yang Jingxuan had a warm smile on his face and raised his hand to invite Fang Yi into the bedroom, as if all the unpleasantness that had happened before was easily wiped away by this smile.

"Not urgent."

However, Fang Yi just shook his head lightly in response, but his eyes swept over the few people standing next to Yang Jingxuan intentionally or unintentionally.

Since you made the first move, if I don’t respond, wouldn’t it seem too weak and vulnerable?

"These people next to me look unfamiliar. Would you like to introduce them to me, Your Highness?"

Faced with this question, Yang Jingxuan was stunned for a moment, then pointed at the young man next to him who had just spoken, and a smile appeared on his face again.

"Oh, I am so rude. Brother, this is Chen Jun, the eldest son of the current Minister of War; this is the famous Su Zhenlong..."

As he finished speaking, every time he introduced someone, Yang Jingxuan would quietly pay attention to the changes in Fang Yi's expression, as if he wanted to get some information from it.

However, when Fang Yi heard the title of "son of the Minister of War", he did not give the other party any chance to prepare. He took a few steps in front of the young men, stood still and asked in an unquestionable tone: "You see me here, but you don't even know how to kneel and salute?"

At this moment, he exuded an indescribable powerful aura, and his eyes were as sharp as an eagle as he scanned everyone present. The majesty and solemnity made the air seem to stagnate.

The sudden change surprised everyone around, especially the few teenagers whose identities were mentioned, who looked at Fang Yi in amazement - as if they were questioning whether they had heard his order wrongly.

Asking these people who were usually so arrogant to bow down and kowtow to him? This was simply a fantasy!

Whether it is Chen Jun or Su Zhenlong, these people are among the most influential figures in the capital, and the family power behind them is even more extraordinary.

In the past, the Marquis of Guanjun dared to laugh at and ridicule him unscrupulously because he looked down on him because he came from a declining noble family and had no influence in the palace.

But now seeing that Fang Yi actually dared to make such an arrogant request, he immediately aroused strong disgust.

"Kneel down and kowtow? Why? Do you think that a little bit of military merit is enough to make us surrender?"

His tone was full of disdain and anger.

What’s more, there are members of the royal family present here. How can they allow a mere marquis like you to act so bossy here!