Your Majesty, please beg for mercy. The prince's rebellion was successful.

Gu Qianfan did not stay at Zhou Zheng's residence for long.

After taking away the seal on Gong Tan's body, it disappeared.

Except for a few people such as Zhou Zheng and Gong Tan, no one even knew that Gu Qianfan had appeared.

"sorry......"

Gong Tan looked at Zhou Zheng with tears in her eyes and a strong sense of guilt.

She knew very well that with Zhou Zheng's temperament and ability, there was absolutely no need to make this deal with Gu Qianfan or the emperor behind him.

After agreeing to the Holy Emperor's request, he not only had to hand over the method of making the serial crossbow, but also faced the ensuing battle with the third prince.

In this battle, the loser will most likely be wiped out from this world1

Gong Tan didn't know the risks involved.

The reason why Zhou Zheng did this was not because of Zhou Zheng's impulsiveness and ignorance, it was all because of her!

"fool!"

"Why are you sorry? You are free now, shouldn't it be a good thing?"

Gently wiping the tears on Gong Tan's face with his palm, Zhou Zheng sounded a little distressed.

In the nearly two years since he met Gong Tan, Zhou Zheng's trust in Gong Tan has become more than just so-called trust. The relationship between the two is self-evident.

Zhou Zheng should have thought long ago that with the capabilities and methods of the Imperial City Secretary, it was impossible not to notice the affection between himself and Gong Tan.

But the other party was indifferent, as if he didn't notice.

There is only one possibility here, that is, in the eyes of the Imperial City Secretary or Emperor Tianjing, Zhou Zheng and Gong Tan are secretly in love, which is a good thing for him.

Right now, it is the best time for the court to use the relationship between the two to achieve its own goals.

Zhou Zheng is indeed unwilling to hand over the method of making a serial crossbow, nor is he willing to become Emperor Tianjing's pawn, but it is even more impossible for Zhou Zheng to watch Gong Tan become someone else's woman!

For Gong Tan, even if you have to pay some price, so what? !

Hearing this, Gong Tan was very excited.

Standing on tiptoes, she put her red lips on Zhou Zheng's neck and kissed him deeply!

This is the first time Gong Tan has taken such initiative.

Zhou Zheng did not refuse. He wrapped his hands around Gong Tan's slender waist, exerted slight pressure on his palms, turned his passivity into initiative, and responded with a domineering passionate kiss.

At this time, the identity that finally restrained Gong Tan disappeared, and Gong Tan finally no longer had to suppress her inner feelings.

After a long time, Zhou Zheng reluctantly separated from Gong Tan.

At this time, Gong Tan's face was rosy, his chest was rising and falling, and he was breathing rapidly.

But Zhou Zheng stopped abruptly, which surprised Gong Tan.

"I said, I want to give you the most beautiful first experience."

Seeing the slight disappointment on Gong Tan's face, Zhou Zheng explained gently.

Zhou Zheng couldn't help himself when meeting Yunxi for the first time, but he didn't have much experience.

The second time with Su Xun'er, Zhou Zheng was drugged and his mind was a little unclear.

For the third time, he finally got Gong Tan, but Zhou Zheng didn't want to be like the previous two times.

He wanted to fully experience Gong Tan's first night and cherish this woman tenderly.

Such words made Gong Tan look shy, but she did not refute.

After all, which woman in the world doesn’t want her first night to be gentle and romantic.

"Then, where is the Third Prince!?"

Thinking of this, Gong Tan still couldn't help but worry.

If the third prince really rebelled against the cavalry in Xiang County, his power would be far beyond what the five major families could match.

"Don't worry, leave it to me."

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"The landowners and squires of Xiang County rebelled overnight!"

"One hundred thousand troops, dispatched in full order, just waiting for orders!"

"The people are in fear and everyone is in danger!"

Three days later, news like a bolt from the blue spread throughout Xiang County.

Gu Jiang and others looked grave and panicked.

After the five major families were uprooted, there was still such a big movement in Xiang County. This was something they never expected.

The rebels' attack didn't even give them any chance.

He directly captured the city and captured the territory. In just one day, he occupied more than two-thirds of Xiang County's territory!

According to this trend, the entire Xiang County will be completely destroyed in ten days at most!

"Prince, the situation is critical. If the imperial court does not send troops this time, how can we survive?"

Gu Jiang looked anxious. To be precise, everyone felt terrified.

Most of the officials present had experienced the last rebellion of the five major families, but this time the situation was more serious than the last time.

A hundred thousand troops, well-trained and fearless of life and death.

Wherever he goes, he enforces orders and prohibitions, and his fighting power is extremely strong!

Moreover, their familiarity with the county was not even comparable to that of Gu Jiang. Wherever they passed, they were overwhelming and the government had no power to resist.

"Boss, all roads in Xiang County are blocked."

"It's so difficult to get the message out."

Zhou Ping looked bitter.

It's not like they haven't thought about the imperial court asking for help. Unfortunately, the fortress in Xiang County has been strangled by the rebels.

The entire Xiang County seems to be isolated now, and it is difficult for the outside world to know what is happening inside.

"Obviously, this time the other party came prepared."

"They have only one purpose, and that is to control Xiang County as quickly as possible and form a separate regime from the imperial court."

Mu Yun lowered his head and looked quite ugly.

Right now they have very little power at their disposal.

Although Jiang Zheng is here, how can a Confucian scholar compete with the rebels! ?

As for the elites from the northern land that Zhou Zheng had secretly gathered before, although they were brave, their power was limited after all.

This time, Mu Yun really felt danger.

"there is always a solution to a problem."

"Everyone, don't be impatient."

Zhou Zhen remained absolutely calm as before.

His words surprised everyone. Are they really not worried? ?

Or have you given up? !

"Okay, I'll listen to the boss."

Zhou Ping was stunned for a moment, then opened his mouth to greet him.

Because he had absolute trust in Zhou Zheng, even though the others looked confused, they still didn't say much.

"Prince?..."

Gu Jiang and others looked at each other, but still had to bite the bullet.

Obviously, in his opinion, Zhou Zheng's calmness at this time was not a good thing.

"Don't worry, Mr. Gu, now is not the time to take action."

"You just need to gather the forces you can mobilize."

"When it comes time to take action, I will naturally take action."

Zhou Zheng waved his hand and interrupted Gu Jiang.

Then he turned around and left.

Gu Jiang and others were left with confused expressions. They couldn't read Zhou Zheng's inner thoughts, but now they had no other choice but to rely on Zhou Zheng.

"Don't worry, gentlemen, as long as the prince is here, Xiang County will not be able to cause trouble."

Seeing many officials looking downcast, Yunxi stood up and spoke coldly.

And with these words, everyone's attention really fell on Yunxi for the first time.

They don't know who Yunxi is, they only know that Yunxi is extremely beautiful and is Zhou Zheng's woman.

But at this time, Yunxi stood in the crowd, with a domineering and powerful aura about her.

This kind of temperament is definitely not something ordinary women have.

And her seemingly casual words made everyone suddenly feel calm in their hearts.

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