The Government Assigns A Daughter-In-Law, Which Needs To Be Chosen?

Chapter 156: Martial Emperor's Return from Seclusion

Without any signs, Martial Emperor, who had been in seclusion plotting for longevity, emerged from seclusion.

When he appeared once again on the high golden dragon throne, all the civil and military officials who were used to their routine duties were stunned.

They had not received any news and had proceeded with their usual court affairs, but today there was an extra figure on the dragon throne.

This figure appeared old and aged, with white hair and beard, giving off an air of senility.

But this one old figure made all the civil and military officials tremble in awe.

The Prime Minister, who had already seized power, was easily removed without any resistance.

The suppressed generals, who were struggling to breathe, found a new lease of life.

The various rebel armies in the west, who were in the midst of a fierce uprising, were instantly suppressed when they learned that Martial Emperor had returned to power and would no longer be in seclusion.

Even the hidden puppet master behind the scenes dared not openly push forward for a while, choosing to hide deeper and filled with fear.

On the other hand, the elite troops of the capital, upon learning that Martial Emperor had once again ascended to the throne, saw their morale and fighting spirit soar.

However, just when the world thought that Martial Emperor would crush these rebellious uprisings with a strong force, his decision surprised everyone.

Instead of suppressing the rebels with a strong force, he ordered the elite troops of the capital to form a reserve legion to keep an eye on the rebels, while the strongest elite troops were dispatched to a small county.

"Why is Your Majesty doing this?"

Many ministers were puzzled, but unfortunately, Martial Emperor, who had a tendency to make arbitrary decisions, did not provide any explanation.

It was not until the army approached Tianfeng County that they understood the situation.

"Your Majesty, you're confused! The thieves in Tianfeng County are just a minor problem that can be dealt with at any time and pose no real threat. The rebel army in the west is the real danger. If we don't crush them decisively, it will be difficult to suppress them once they truly become a force to be reckoned with!"

Many ministers, upon learning the situation, couldn't calm down and criticized Martial Emperor for being confused.

Especially the ministers who were promoted by the Prime Minister, they were the most vocal, wishing to send Martial Emperor back into seclusion.

Unfortunately, Martial Emperor had the absolute support of all the generals and armies, so even if they were vocal, it was in vain.

Unless Martial Emperor's decision resulted in a major blunder and caused significant losses, tearing open a deep rift in the military's loyalty, they could only vent their frustrations with words.

"Prime Minister, after plotting for so many years, are we just going to sit and do nothing?"

A minister couldn't hold back and found the Prime Minister, who had been demoted and retired.

Facing the inquiry from his own faction, the Prime Minister calmly replied, "There's no need to be anxious. We just need to wait quietly. There are others who are more anxious than us."

"Others who are more anxious?"

The ministers asked in confusion, "Who are they? Almost everyone left in the court now is a supporter of Your Majesty."

"You will find out in the future."

The Prime Minister did not answer, but smiled and posed a riddle.

Although he was directly demoted from his official position, he did not collapse as expected by outsiders. Instead, he remained calm and composed, as if everything was under his control.

Seeing the leader of this family so calm, the ministers who were originally under great pressure also felt relieved.

Compared to the problems in the court, Lin Fan, who was at the center of the storm, was unaware.

He was originally waiting at home for the ransom, but unexpectedly, he was met with the elite army of the capital.

The current Lin Fan is no longer the nouveau riche he used to be. His network of spies has been set up extensively.

Li Sandao and Liu Sandu, the two pawns he set up, can be said to have not disappointed him, and even exceeded expectations.

He had already learned about this when the army set off towards this place.

In the face of this situation, Lin Fan went directly to the firewood room with a smile on his face.

"My father is so stingy. I just asked him for a little bit of your dowry, but not only did he refuse, he also dispatched the elite troops of the capital that are suppressing the rebellion."

Lin Fan said with a smile, not showing the kind of fear and anxiety that outsiders expected due to the approaching army.

"These things have nothing to do with me. I have done everything according to your requirements."

Long Kui said with a cold face. After spending these days together, she has become more open-minded and regained her former elegance.

"You have indeed done as I requested, but I don't know if you have heard a saying, 'The son pays the debts of the father.'"

Lin Fan didn't get angry because of the other party's cold face, and continued to smile.

But this smile made Long Kui, who had already let go of her worries, change her expression.

What does it mean to pay the debts of the father?

This doesn't sound like a good thing at all!

"What do you mean?"

Long Kui's face gradually turned ugly.

"What do I mean? Naturally, it means the literal meaning."

After saying that, he slowly approached. Although he didn't say anything, Long Kui was completely controlled and could only beg for mercy.

"Don't mess around. We don't have such a big grudge. If my father sends an army, it's probably just because he's worried about me. Once I assure him of my safety, he won't trouble you."

Long Kui kept retreating. Now her internal strength has been completely sealed, except for having a stronger physique, she is no different from an ordinary woman.

Facing a strong and powerful man, how could she withstand it?

"I don't want to mess around either, but your old father doesn't give us face!"

Lin Fan said with a cold smile, causing Long Kui, who had no way out, to be shocked once again.

"Husband, don't tease her. This time's incident is indeed not her fault."

Just when Long Kui had no way to retreat, a woman's voice came from outside the door.

Then, wearing a snow-white fitted long dress, like a fairy descending to the mortal world, Jian Ling, with her maid Xiao Qing, smiled and walked in.

"Princess, do you still remember me, your childhood friend?" Jian Ling smiled and said to Lin Fan, then turned to Long Kui and asked about the past.

Long Kui was first stunned, then remembered something and said, "You are Jian Ling, the daughter of the master of Divine Sword Villa?"

"It seems that the princess still recognizes me. It is truly an honor for Ling'er." Jian Ling's smile became even more sincere when she heard the other party call out her name.

"Are you the mistress here?" Long Kui heard the title her husband used and carefully observed Jian Ling, her acquaintance from the past, before asking.

Jian Ling looked deeply at Lin Fan and nodded slightly, saying, "Thanks to my husband's acceptance, I am indeed the mistress here now."

Upon hearing this information, Long Kui felt relieved. Her childhood friend was the wife of the other party, and she believed that the other party would not dare to continue being excessive.

However, she did not expect that Jian Ling's next words would catch her off guard.

"Not only am I the mistress here, but you are also." Jian Ling smiled and said, instantly leaving Long Kui dumbfounded.

"What's wrong? Does the princess think Ling'er is wrong?" Jian Ling saw the other party's reaction and added.

"I..." Long Kui's first instinct was to refute this statement. How could she also be the mistress here?

But when she thought about the marriage contract she signed a few days ago, she couldn't say anything.

According to the government's regulations, she and Lin Fan were legally married, so she was indeed the mistress here.

But she was forced!

The marriage contract a few days ago was signed under duress, with no other choice.

She subconsciously wanted to explain, but Jian Ling interrupted her.

"Princess, as you know, when a woman marries, she follows her husband. In the future, you will have to take on more responsibilities for the Lin family, as our family is currently lacking in descendants." Jian Ling didn't give the other party a chance to speak and directly blocked her.

"I..." Long Kui didn't want to accept this and was about to continue explaining.

But Jian Ling interrupted again and said to Lin Fan, "Husband, didn't you say you were going to cook something delicious for us today? Let us taste your cooking skills. It seems like it's getting late now, so why don't you go prepare some ingredients while the princess and I have a good chat about sisterly matters?"

"Alright." Lin Fan raised an eyebrow at the words and then smiled and nodded in agreement.

Compared to his own recklessness, his wife was clearly better at handling the situation and could make the other party cooperate honestly for the ransom.

As for other aspects, he didn't consider them for now.

But just because he didn't consider them didn't mean that no one else did. Jian Ling's private conversation soon made Long Kui lose her composure.

He was unaware of this, and today he was indeed prepared to show off his skills.

He had already acquired the Max Level cooking skill, and the system's products did not disappoint him.

Although it was literally cooking skills for dishes, the dishes he cooked could have special attributes.

For example, he could fully utilize the effects of some highly nourishing ingredients, making them easily absorbed by the body.

For example, when deer meat was consumed, it could replenish a person's vitality. When cooked with the Max Level cooking skill, the effect would be greatly enhanced.

There were also various special attributes that could be obtained from different types of meat.

And these were just ordinary dishes.

If he could obtain some high-level ingredients, he could cook even more magical dishes.

For example, dishes that could make people energetic, enhance their willpower in martial arts, or subtly influence their emotions without them realizing it.

He could even cook dishes that could prolong life.

All kinds of magical effects made his cooking skills reach the pinnacle.

Or rather, he should be called the Cooking God!

Now that the Martial Emperor had dispatched elite troops, he planned to use his Max Level cooking skills to cook dishes that would boost their morale and make them spirited, thereby buffing his own bodyguards.

Although it couldn't enhance their actual strength, their soft power would be greatly improved.

"A group of tireless, long-lasting top-notch troops. I believe the elite troops that are coming will be satisfied with the opponents they are about to face."

Lin Fan arrived in the kitchen, smiled, whispered a few words, and then reached out to draw out a specially forged kitchen knife.

With the blessing of various elixirs, all the members of the bodyguard team were above top-notch level. Now, with multiple buffs added, what kind of effect would it have?

Leaving aside other matters, he believed that the elite troops that were coming would be satisfied with the opponents they were about to face.

(End of this chapter)