son, don't mess around

Under the eaves of the courtyard.

After Jinxiu told Lin Jiangnian that her princess was going to see Prince Lin, she quickly found an excuse to slip away.

She is now a little afraid to be alone with Lin Jiangnian.

When the two of them were alone together, His Highness would always find ways to "bully" her.

Either verbal bullying or physical abuse...

It was okay as far as words were concerned, Jinxiu was not afraid, but she was afraid that His Highness would touch her and say something to her in public... just like the last time, when he forcefully kissed her in broad daylight, and was seen by Xu Lan and his servant.

Jinxiu was almost too embarrassed to face anyone!
Jinxiu finally understood one thing... Never compete with men in terms of shamelessness.

Especially a guy like His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, who is already extremely thick-skinned!

Jinxiu even suspected that, given her current relationship with His Highness, it was possible that one day His Highness would be with her in public...!
Thinking of this, Jinxiu's heart burned, her legs felt a little weak, and her face became redder.

So, just in case, she quickly found an excuse and ran away!

She wanted to settle the score with An Ning...that girl was becoming more and more abnormal, she actually thought about men!
This is a big problem!
They must be educated severely!
……

After Jinxiu left, Lin Jiangnian was the only one left in the yard.

Lin Jiangnian was not surprised that the princess went to see Prince Lin, as he was the one who told Li Piaomiao about this matter. He was a little curious about what Li Piaomiao would say to Prince Lin.
How will Li Piaomiao, who usually has a cold personality, react when she sees Prince Lin?
While thinking, Lin Jiangnian came to the eaves and the door of Li Piaomiao's room.

Then he reached out and opened the door.

The room was pitch black. As soon as Lin Jiangnian stepped in, he felt that the temperature in the room was slightly lower than outside.

Sure enough, the eldest princess had a unique physique.

Wherever she has lived, the temperature seems to be lower than other places.

There is no need to escape the heat in summer!

I could feel the slight coolness in the room, as well as a faint fragrance that came from Li Piaomiao's body.

The scent is very faint, so weak that it is almost imperceptible, but when you smell it, it feels like a spring breeze, refreshing and relaxing.

Very refreshing!

Lin Jiangnian walked closer to the room and looked around. The furnishings were simple and plain, and there was nothing special about it.

On the table next to the screen, there was a long sword.

'Silver Moon'

This magical weapon was created by a swordsmith with his life's work, and it has the same origin as the Qiu Shui sword in Lin Jiangnian's hand.

However, Lin Jiangnian hadn't seen this sword for some time. On the way from the capital to Linjiang City, he had never seen Li Piaomiao take it out.

Lin Jiangnian walked closer to the screen and carefully observed the sword. The sword body was like the moon, as cold as the bright moon, and faintly filled with chilliness.

When I touched it, I could feel the icy touch of the sword, which was a bit piercing.

Lin Jiangnian's eyes were slightly strange. This magical weapon really took after its owner. Even the sword was so cold?

"call out!"

Lin Jiangnian grasped the hilt of the sword and pulled out the "Silver Moon". A blinding cold light flashed across, instantly illuminating the room.

In just a moment, it disappeared.

Lin Jiangnian lowered his eyes and felt a chill coming from the hilt of the sword, which quickly penetrated into his body along his palm.

At this moment, the air was filled with cold, and the biting chill almost made him unable to hold the sword, and it almost slipped out of his hand.

But then, Lin Jiang's internal energy circulated, and a powerful and hot airflow spread from his body, instantly suppressing and swallowing the chill.

Then, the cold completely dissipated!
'Silver Moon' was restored to its original state, the sword blade was smooth and sharp, bathed in a layer of brilliant light like the bright moon.

But the internal force in Lin Jiangnian's body did not stop for a long time. When he devoured and absorbed the sword intent contained in the sword, his body seemed to have undergone some changes.

The internal force surged throughout his body, and the bottleneck that had been blocked for a long time seemed to hear a slight "click".

"About to break through?!"

Lin Jiangnian's eyes lit up slightly, he closed his eyes and concentrated seriously.

After a long time.

Lin Jiangnian opened his eyes again, and a hint of regret flashed in his eyes.

Almost!
Not even close!
Now, he is only one opportunity away from reaching the third level!
The Xuan Yang Heart Method in his body has already entered the third level, and his internal strength has accumulated to a solid level. Logically speaking, he should have broken through long ago!
But until now, he is still just a little bit away from the threshold of the third rank!
Lin Jiangnian narrowed his eyes and understood in his heart!
His strength was able to improve so quickly, thanks to Li Piaomiao's help along the way. After absorbing the coldness in Li Piaomiao's body, his strength improved rapidly.

It is also because of this that Lin Jiangnian lacks his own insights!
Lack of sedimentation.

The third level of the realm of asking for the way!
Ask and ask, what does it mean to ask and ask?
You can rely on the help of others to improve your strength, but if you want to truly join the ranks of top masters, you need to walk your own path.

Find your own path!

With these thoughts, Lin Jiangnian slowly came back to his senses, but he was not in a hurry.

He had not expected to reach the threshold of the third level so quickly. His current strength improvement was already terrifying.

There is no need to be too anxious!
His eyes fell on the 'Silver Moon' again. Lin Jiangnian held it in his hand and tried it out. It was a good sword, but a little light and not very suitable for Lin Jiangnian.

I think that was what the swordsmith intended when he made these two swords.

After sheathing the sword and putting it back to its original place, Lin Jiangnian continued to look around the rest of the room.

After glancing around a few times, his eyes fell behind the screen again.

Soon, Lin Jiangnian caught a glimpse of the bed behind the screen and a piece of clothing that seemed to be hanging beside it.

After looking at it a few more times, Lin Jiangnian suddenly realized something... Does his current behavior look like that of a pervert?
Sneaking into a girl's bedroom, peeking at her bed, and peeking at her clothes?

Do you want to take a peek at other people’s underwear later?

It's really a bit perverted!
Thinking of this, Lin Jiangnian raised his eyebrows slightly!
but……

After all, this is the eldest princess's boudoir. How many people want to take a peek but don't have the chance?
Be perverted so be perverted...

Lin Jiangnian regained his composure after thinking about all sorts of things in his mind. He turned around and prepared to leave the room.

However, just as he reached the door, a breeze suddenly blew in from outside, bringing with it a faint fragrance.

Then, a graceful figure in white appeared in his sight.

Li Piaomiao came back at some point and appeared under the eaves of the next room, quietly looking at Lin Jiangnian who was about to walk out of the room.

The two looked at each other and Lin Jiangnian paused.

Li Piaomiao seemed stunned for a moment, raised his eyes and glanced around, after confirming that it was correct, his gaze fell on Lin Jiangnian again, staring at him.

His expression remained normal and he said nothing.

But at this moment, Lin Jiangnian felt inexplicably guilty... He had the uneasy feeling of being caught doing something bad.

"Hey, you're back?"

Lin Jiangnian coughed and broke the silence.

His expression remained unchanged.

Li Piaomiao slightly restrained his gaze, his expression indifferent.

"Ah."

"You went to see my dad?"

"Ah."

"How was the chat?"

"……fine."

There seemed to be a trance in Li Piaomiao's eyes, but his tone remained calm.

As to why Lin Jiangnian appeared in the eldest princess' room...the two of them tacitly did not mention this matter!

"I've been waiting for you for a long time!"

After a moment of silence, Lin Jiangnian broke the silence again.

Li Piaomiao looked into Lin Jiangnian's eyes. For some reason, she seemed a little uneasy and was in a strange state.

Lin Jiangnian noticed it, but didn't take it to heart. Instead, he looked into her eyes and spoke slowly.

"About what happened today... I need an explanation." Li Piaomiao looked at him calmly.

"it is good."

"..."

The lights flickered in the room.

The two sat facing each other.

Li Piaomiao's tone was indifferent and calm.

Even more streamlined!

From her concise explanation, Lin Jiangnian understood what had happened and confirmed his guess.

"So, Senior Li is your uncle, your father's younger brother?"

"You came all the way from the capital to the Lin Wang Mansion this time. Do you want to invite him to come back to the capital to inherit the throne?"

"Your royal brother is going to die?!"

Lin Jiangnian's tone was obviously a little surprised.

Although I knew that Li Ci Ning's health was not good and he might not last for a few more years, wasn't this a little too fast?

The new emperor has only been on the throne for less than half a year, and he's already in danger again?

Facing Lin Jiangnian's questioning, Li Piaomiao glanced at him calmly: "You are very clear about my brother's situation. He has no children. If something unexpected happens, the consequences will be disastrous."

"But aren't you being a little too idealistic?"

Lin Jiangnian narrowed his eyes: "How can you guarantee that Senior Li will be willing to return to the capital? And how can you guarantee that you can control Senior Li?"

"Your brother is still alive, and you can't wait to arrange his funeral... Aren't you afraid of causing a big mess?"

Li Piaomiao lowered his eyes slightly and said calmly: "This is what my royal brother meant."

Lin Jiangnian: "..."

This was the first time he had seen someone eager to find someone to succeed him while he was still alive.

This behavior is somewhat stupid!
But from Li Ci Ning's perspective, it doesn't seem surprising?
Now the entire royal family is in turmoil, except for Li Ci Ning, there is no one who can handle the important task, they are all a bunch of idiots. If it were a peaceful era, it would be difficult to find an emperor who is mediocre to guard the country.

But it is obvious that the current Daning Dynasty does not need a useless emperor!
From this perspective, there is nothing wrong with Li Ci Ning choosing his uncle.

"You've worked so hard to keep it a secret from me!"

Lin Jiangnian couldn't help but sigh, and was a little angry: "I trusted you so much, but you used me like this?"

Li Piaomiao lowered his eyes slightly: "When did I use you?"

"You deceived this prince!"

Lin Jiangnian said angrily: "You deceived my feelings!"

Li Piaomiao glanced at him expressionlessly and ignored him.

"Forget it, I am a broad-minded prince, so I won't bother with you!"

Lin Jiangnian waved his hand. He could understand Li Piaomiao.

If it were him, there is no way he would tell such a thing to an outsider.

Especially an outsider who might become his biggest rival in the future!

Looking at the still stunningly beautiful yet calm face in front of him, Lin Jiangnian sighed, "How was the talk with Senior Li? Did he agree?"

Li Piaomiao lowered his eyes slightly: "No."

"As expected."

Lin Jiangnian was not surprised by this result. Senior Li had been hiding his identity in Ruyi Tower for so many years and it was obvious that he no longer intended to interfere in worldly affairs.

It is very difficult for Li Piaomiao to get him out of seclusion now.

Lin Jiangnian asked again: "So what are you going to do next?"

"do not know."

Li Piaomiao looked calm, but there seemed to be a hint of confusion in her beautiful eyes.

The words that the emperor's uncle had said before suddenly came to her mind. She felt no ripples in her heart, but her expression became more and more dazed.

She raised her eyes and glanced at Lin Jiangnian in front of her, feeling a little uneasy.

"how?"

Lin Jiangnian was a little surprised, as if he could see through her complicated thoughts and emotions.

It is rare to see the eldest princess' mood change on weekdays. I didn't expect that mentioning this matter today would make her so uneasy?

When did she become so concerned about royal affairs?
"There is probably only one way left for you now."

Lin Jiangnian pondered for a moment and said, "If your brother really... dies, and Elder Li is unwilling to come out of retirement, then the only one left who can take over the throne of the dynasty is the Third Prince who just failed in his rebellion and is imprisoned in the imperial mausoleum?"

To be fair, the third prince does have some abilities, although not much!
But after counting them all, he is the only one who is slightly reliable!

Li Piaomiao's eyes remained unchanged, without any ripples.

"But this approach will definitely not work!"

Lin Jiangnian shook his head and rejected the possibility of this path.

"The Third Prince has been deposed, and he hates you and me to the core. If he really takes the throne, we will all be doomed!"

"So, if your brother really dies and no successor is found before his death, you must get rid of him..."

There was a gleam of sharpness in Lin Jiangnian's eyes.

Li Ci Ning is soft-hearted, indecisive, and has spared the life of the third prince, which is always a scourge.

If Li Ci Ning died, Lin Jiangnian would have to get rid of the third prince in advance no matter how great the risk.

As if seeing through Lin Jiangnian's thoughts, Li Piaomiao glanced at him and said expressionlessly, "I will."

She understood what Lin Jiangnian meant!
If the emperor's brother's health has really reached an irreversible point, and she has not been able to find a suitable successor, then...

She will personally end Li Yuan's life!

"I can rest assured that."

Lin Jiangnian nodded. Fortunately, Li Piaomiao had brains. She was different from Li Qining. She was very cold-blooded and showed no mercy to her own brothers...

This is called decisive killing!

Thinking of this, Lin Jiangnian seemed to have thought of something and stared at Li Piaomiao's cold face for a while.

My heart suddenly moved slightly.

A thought suddenly came to my mind.

"Well, there is actually another way to go..."

Lin Jiangnian looked her up and down, as if thinking about something.

Li Piaomiao frowned slightly and looked at him: "What?"

"Have you ever thought about yourself?"

Lin Jiangnian narrowed his eyes slightly and said slowly: "You also have the right to inherit the throne of the Son of Heaven..."

"Have you ever considered going yourself?"

Lin Jiangnian's words made Li Piaomiao, who was already dazed, even more dazed. She was obviously stunned for a while, staring at Lin Jiangnian for a long time, and then asked: "Do you think so too?"

"Of course, in my opinion, apart from being a girl, you are definitely an excellent emperor... But then again, being a girl is not a problem!"

"Who said that women can't be emperors? The laws of the Daning Dynasty don't stipulate that!"

Lin Jiangnian was speaking when he suddenly realized something: "Wait...what did you just say?"

"also?"

“…Who else thinks so?”

"..." (End of this chapter)