Chapter 72: Stunning (Pink 40+)

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  Cai Guogong Shizi is absolutely right, Xiao Qi indeed has a stunning appearance that astonishes the world. He who has been rolling around in the pile of cosmetics for years not only doesn't have any trace of decadence or sickness but instead stands tall and elegant with an air of refinement.

  At this moment, walking leisurely on the road, a green dress fluttering, black hair high bun, sunlight pouring down, exceptionally dazzling.

  Is this appearance that has deceived countless women and also deceived countless people, what kind of ruthless heart is hidden underneath?

  Everyone was deceived by him, so when he led his army into the city, riding a tall horse to control everything and point out the mountains and rivers, everyone was shocked.

  At that time, he smiled, with a radiant glow in his eyes, and a few words escaped from his thin lips: "Rebels, all beheaded". He looked like a demon king, and the entire imperial city became a sea of blood.

  Even though he had been reborn once, such an opponent still made Lu Yan's heart cold. In fact, this kind of person should have been won over as a friend, and only by helping each other could they create greater value; blindly resisting was not a wise move.

  If it weren't for Zhao Er's interference...

  "In Xiao Dasao's world, as long as there are women, everywhere is a paradise, what's the difference between Shu or Jing? I heard that the women of Shu are especially flavorful!" Second Master Jingren sneered.

  Several people burst out laughing.

  Xue Pingnan suddenly said with a glint in his eye, "Shall we call Xiao Dashao over to join in on the fun?"

  The second son of Duke Jingren understood his meaning.

  Xiao Bi is after all the eldest son of Xiao Wang Ye, with imperial blood flowing through his veins, and his status is not something they can compare to. So even if there's resentment, it can't be openly expressed.

  If you want revenge, then some other means must be used.

  The second son of Jingren Gong agreed with pleasure.

  "Let's just say it's an archery competition. Whoever shoots down three targets first before the princes and ladies arrive will be considered the winner."

  They sent a representative to talk to Xiao Qi.

  Xiao Xi heard this and raised an eyebrow.

  "What's the benefit of winning? And what's the punishment for losing?"

  "The winner can make the loser do any one thing, of course within the scope of morality."

  Xu Xiujing curled her lip, "Within the scope of morality? Who knows..."

  "Good!" Xiao Xi agreed with a smile, a hint of mischief playing on his lips.

  He went back to report.

  Xu Xiujin then said to Xiao Qi: "You think you can bully me because I'm incompetent? Tsk, tsk, I'd say you're really a failure as a person."

  Xiao Xi turned his head and looked at him, "If I lose, you'll go do what they want instead of me. Alright?"

  Xu Xiujing shivered and smiled awkwardly, "Those days in Shu, you didn't eat or drink, but your skill with the bow and arrow wasn't fake."

  "Knowing this, why can't you change your habit of being gossipy?" Xiao Qi's face was expressionless as he walked towards Lu Yan and the others.

  Xu Xiujin could only silently mock in her heart.

  Xiao Xi arrived at their place, the coldness on his face had dissipated, replaced by a charming and flirtatious expression. With a gentle hum and a shallow smile, he exuded an enchanting aura, as beautiful as a peach blossom.

  Xue Pingnan first said, "It seems that Xiao Da Shao is living quite comfortably in Shu. I thought the flying sand and yellow dust over there would have honed his edge a bit, but... haha, he still looks as calm and composed as ever."

  This sounds like flattery, but actually it is belittling Xiao Qi for being too feminine and lacking masculinity.

  Xiao Xi pretended not to understand, smiled and said: "Xue Shizi has praised him." As he spoke, he shifted his gaze to Lu Yan's side and raised an eyebrow. "This young master of yours is not bad either!"

  "He is the young master of the Lu family, a prominent family in the capital. He just returned from Lin'an a few days ago," Xue Pingnan introduced. And to Lu Yan, "Zi Pei, this is our famous Xiao Da Shao, I'm sure you've heard of him since you left the capital."

  Xiao Xi is now eighteen years old. Three years ago when Lu Yan left the capital, he was only fifteen, but his reputation as a romantic had already begun to emerge.

  "It turned out to be someone from the Chengguo Gongfu." Xiao Qi looked at him thoughtfully, nodded slightly and smiled, "Xiao Qi."

  Lu Yan's gaze fell upon his smile, the corners of his lips slightly raised, carrying an air of playful disdain, easily causing people like them who "aspired to great things" to look down on him with contempt.

  As a result, no one expected it, but this smile sent all of them straight to hell.

  Lu Yan couldn't control his slightly trembling hands, and if it wasn't for Xue Shen's help in his previous life, he would have probably died long ago. Despite this, he still caused the death of the woman he loved most, and spent decades afterwards reminiscing and regretting.

  And all of this was caused by the man standing in front of me.

  "Lu brothers seem to have some prejudice against me!" Xiao Qi's smile faded, and he spoke with a hint of displeasure.

  He felt a few points of surprise in his heart, Lu Yan's eyes seemed to be filled with a hint of hatred, but this was only their first meeting, how could he have such emotions?

  "Zi Po?" Xue Pingnan also found it strange.

  Lu Yan finally calmed down and smiled at Xiao Qi, "Sorry, it's just that Young Master Xiao looks like someone I used to know."

  "An enemy?" Xiao Qi raised an eyebrow.

  Lu Yan smiled lightly and didn't respond.

  Xiao Xi thought that Lu Yan Zhi was quite interesting.

  Xue Pingnan also laughed and joked: "I didn't know, I thought Xiao Da Shao had snatched your woman too!"

  He was taking the opportunity to tease Xiao Qi and Jing Ren Gong Shizi for fighting over a woman, but unexpectedly Lu Yan Zhi suddenly trembled violently, his heart tightening in an instant.

  He quickly gathered his thoughts and said, "If you continue to prattle on, the Emperor and the others will arrive soon. At that time, let's see who wins or loses."

  He's trying to change the subject, Xiao Qi knew it but didn't expose him and responded: "Alright! Let's start now. Within a hundred miles radius, whoever shoots down three prey first wins. The loser... has to grant the winner a request."

  Xue Pingnan smiled lightly, "Xiao Da Shao indeed looks very confident." Then he exchanged a swift glance with the second son of Jing Ren Gong, "Then let's set off!"

  A group of people rode horses quickly and went towards the deep mountains.

  Only the sound of a fierce horse's neighing rose, where it stepped, flying dust was raised, and the white blade shone brightly. Magnificent energy filled the air.

  All the other young masters present stepped forward with interest to watch.

  Xiao Xi had a leisurely look on his face as he rode his horse slowly through the courtyard.

  It doesn't seem like a competition, but rather an appreciation of the scenery.

  People around whispered.

  "Xiao Wangye is brave and unmatched, with extraordinary aura. This Xiao Qi shouldn't be someone who can't even ride and shoot, right?"

  "What can he learn from only dealing with women all day? Even if he does, it's just superficial. I think he's doomed to lose this match. Soon the Emperor and the Prince will arrive, who knows how they'll humiliate him."

  ……

  They had just finished speaking and hadn't walked far when Xiao Qi suddenly turned around, a sly smile spreading across his handsome face.

  "I, Xiao Xi, have always only shot at things that are easy to hit. If a few of you gentlemen pity me for not being able to hit the prey, don't hesitate to lend a hand. I, Xiao, guarantee that with one arrow, it will be a hit."

  After finishing speaking, he actually pulled out the arrow feathers and drew his bow at them.

  Those princes immediately turned pale and hastily said: "Xiao Qi! Do you still have any regard for the law of the king?"

  "What is the law of the king?" Xiao Qi coldly snorted, "This land is the land of my Xiao family, what I do is naturally the law of the king!"

  Xiao Qi may not have been favored by Xiao Wangye, but after all, he is a prince and an imperial grandson, a member of the royal family. Take the incident where the son of Jing Ren Gong was beaten up, it's said that Xiao Qi was punished and sent to Shu to suffer, but look at him now, so well-off! It's all just a show!

  He will really shoot someone today, and in the end, it will all be for nothing.

  The royal family, they can't afford to offend them.

  "Xiao Da Shao, it's us who are in the wrong. We spoke without reserve, so please forgive us and spare our lives!"

  For someone like Xiao Qi who is arrogant and bullying, you can only try to please him. You have to make him happy, or he won't let you off.

  As expected, Xiao Qi smiled.

  But they didn't even have time to breathe a sigh of relief. Xiao Xi immediately put on a stern face and said with a playful tone: "You can beg for mercy. I'm delighted. However, you also need to take responsibility for what you've said."

  Then, before they could react, he drew his bow and the sharp cold arrowheads pointed straight at them, followed by the sound of arrows flying...

  The vulture soaring in the sky fell immediately.

  And with one arrow, he shot three birds at once.

  He turned around at the last moment and shot the arrow into the sky.

  At this moment, the warm sunlight spilled on him, with a gentle glow flowing, exceptionally handsome and captivating, but his entire demeanor was like a mighty stormy sea.

  Those two princes were so frightened that their livers and gallbladders were shattered, and they could only stare blankly at Xiao Qi, their legs trembling constantly.

  The others were also shocked beyond words.

  There was applause coming from not far away.

  "Zi Shu, it's been many months since we last met, and your archery skills have improved significantly! It seems that the land of Shu is indeed not in vain!"

  It's the emperor's voice.

  Xiao Qi returned to his senses and looked around, only to find that the main troops had arrived. Not only was the Emperor present, but also Xiao Wang Ye and several officials who had gotten off their carriages in time, all of whom were looking at him.

  Among them, a young girl in a green skirt beside the Empress Dowager was also applauding.

  He retrieved his bow and arrow, the smile on his face gradually expanding. "The Emperor has praised me!" he exclaimed, jumping off his horse and walking straight towards the Emperor.

  He paid his respects to the Emperor and Xiao Wangye.

  The emperor helped him up, patted his shoulder and said with a heavy heart: "That scene just now was quite like your father's majestic demeanor back then. It seems that succeeding your father as the commander of the Iron Cavalry 18th Army isn't hopeless after all!"

  Xiao Wangye's face changed immediately.

  Xiao Qi bluntly said, "The imperial nephew has been reflecting on his mistakes in Shu and understands that he was indeed too arrogant and reckless in the past few years, losing face for his father and the Xiao royal family. He has been studying hard and practicing diligently, all for the sake of one day being able to help his father and the emperor, and serve the imperial court."

  His Majesty burst out laughing and nodded in satisfaction, but made no promises.

  Xiao Wangye seemed to have suddenly let go of his worries.

  Lin Zhaoyan gazed at this scene from afar and sighed, shaking his head.

  Xiao Xi wanted to invite merit, but didn't know the principle of "things will inevitably reverse when they reach an extreme". His previous arrow was indeed shot with skill, but he shouldn't have boasted about himself in front of the Emperor.

  People with real strength are not boastful and don't exaggerate their abilities.

  The emperor just tested, but Xiao Qi didn't seize the opportunity and was too eager for quick success, so he lost instead.

  Xiao Da Shao this is an upgraded realm of pretending to be a pig to eat a tiger~

  The next few chapters will be very exciting, with a thrilling plot twist!

  Thanks for the reward from winter night rain stroll ~