My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty

That night, at the Imperial Announcements Bureau!

After a series of urgent drumbeats, rows of officials in Feiyu attire quickly emerged from the wing rooms, assembling in the main hall.

Despite the strict training they had undergone, they dared not show any emotions on their faces, even if they were abruptly awakened in the middle of the night. However, they were deeply puzzled.

Master Liu rarely returned, so why would he suddenly convene a meeting at night? Could it be that a major case had occurred?

However, when they saw Liu Yexi's determined expression in the hall, they instantly understood the severity of the situation.

"Trouble, over twenty people were killed..."

Liu Yexi spoke directly.

Hearing about a colossal case that hadn't occurred for decades, the subordinates couldn't help but shudder simultaneously. The hall fell silent.

They continued to listen to Liu Yexi issue solemn orders:

"Lift the martial law across the entire city tonight and thoroughly investigate the person who escaped from the former Ministry of War Deputy. Spare no effort to apprehend him!"

"Within three days!"

"If he is not captured within three days, there will be no need for us to worry about Her Majesty... Do you all understand?!"

If the female Emperor truly issued a self-blame edict, they, the ones in charge, wouldn't have the face to live. This statement was not at all exaggerated!

Upon hearing this, the officials in flying fish attire tightened their faces. "Understood!"

"Go!"

The Imperial Announcements Bureau bustled with activity, and for the next three days, it was destined to be sleepless.

Liu Yexi sighed slowly. After everyone had left, the seriousness in her eyes faded, revealing a deep sense of worry.

The guards at the residence had already been interrogated, but unfortunately, they all claimed to be outer apprentice and had never been to the immortal palace promised by 'Elder Sun.' The only hope lay with the inner disciple who had fled.

However, trying to find the thief with King Realm cultivation in the vast capital before the news spread was easier said than done.

...

"Old Yang, where is the mistress?"

Gu Lan asked as soon as he entered the door.

Old Yang, aware that his young master and madam had always been inseparable, smiled and pointed to the kitchen. "Madam is in the kitchen, preparing soup for the young master. She said that after facing the Holy Court, it's hard work, and he needs a good tonic."

"Okay."

Gu Lan felt warmth in his heart, nodded, and went towards the kitchen.

Mu Yuyan, holding a pot of soup, was just coming out.

"The master is back. The dishes are already in the main hall. Let's go and have our meal directly!"

Mu Yuyan's stunning face showed a faint smile, concealing the traces of tears and sorrow.

She didn't want Gu Lan to see.

For the sake of intercepting the Great Yu Prince and moving from Langzhou to the capital, how could she bear to let Gu Lan worry about her?

During dinner, there were unusually few topics. Gu Lan looked at the empty seat and asked, "Hey, where is Yexi?"

Mu Yuyan was lost in thought, and it was only when she heard this question that she came back to reality, explaining softly, "Yexi has gone out to negotiate business with a tea merchant. It's quite far, and she may not be back for the next few days."

"Oh!"

Gu Lan looked at Mu Yuyan and said gently, "Yuyan, I didn't see Her Majesty today."

Mu Yuyan was lost in thought and only woke up when she heard this. She explained softly, "Oh, really... Is there anything interesting in the palace?"

"There are many interesting things!"

Gu Lan skipped the matter of Luo Chen and recounted everything he had seen in the palace.

"Her Majesty is a bit inexplicable. She asked me to review the memorials and give suggestions when we first met..."

Old Yang, seeing this, laughed and said, "Master is so knowledgeable and personally gives advice. It will surely impress Her Majesty!"

Gu Lan pursed his lips and said, "Keep a low profile... I can't say it's impressive, but Her Majesty should be very 'surprised'!"

In his heart, he added that after she reads those memorials, she probably won't come looking for me again...

"This means that Her Majesty highly regards the master, which is a good thing."

Seeing Gu Lan looking at her, Mu Yuyan smiled as usual.

"I've eaten enough and will go back to the room. The embroidery I made for the master still has a tail to finish."

"Okay."

Gu Lan smiled and nodded.

After she left, Gu Lan tapped the table with his fingers and said in a deep voice, "Old Yang, did you notice?"

"What?"

Old Yang scratched his head, looking confused.

"..."

"Madam has something on her mind..." Gu Lan stared at the candlelight in the bedroom and explained lightly, "If I returned from the palace in the past, my wife would be very happy and would keep asking about interesting things... Today, she seems absent-minded. What happened at home?"

Old Yang scratched his head. "There's nothing... Oh, could it be?"

"What could it be?"

"Did I forget to water the succulent today?" Old Yang scratched his head again.

"..."

Gu Lan stood up, glanced at the direction of the bedroom, and then walked towards the gate of the residence. "There's a small night market tonight. I'll go out for a stroll and see if I can buy something to cheer up my wife."

"Oh."

Gu Lan went out of the gate, the night breeze was gentle, and he was about to step onto Dongzhi Street.

Suddenly!

Gu Lan frowned and looked towards the eastern sky.

The moon was bright, and the stars were sparse, with faint clouds like silk.

Dozens of auras at the Immortal Stage and Emperor Realm flew from the horizon, with a clear purpose – they were heading for the location of Gu Lan in the capital!

As they approached, their figures stopped in the clouds. Each one was dressed in silver robes and golden armor, resembling celestial beings descending from the heavens in the midst of wind and clouds.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

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"Who are these people?"

"The auras are formidable, not like our the Great Jing people. I don't know why they are visiting so late at night!"

"Hiss, the middle-aged man looks mysterious and powerful. If they are enemies, it won't be easy to handle..."

...

Many commoners and cultivators noticed them, uncertain about their intentions, and looked up one after another.

Gu Lan gradually relaxed his brows when he saw a breathtakingly beautiful woman in silver-blue soft armor among them.

"Little Dragon Maiden is mobilizing troops to the Demon Realm so soon... The middle-aged man there has already reached the peak of the Immortal Stage, not weaker than Elder Yunlong. I believe he is the Dragon Sovereign."

Gu Lan's gaze fell on the Dragon Sovereign.

The Dragon Sovereign sensed it and cast his eyes in return. After seeing Gu Lan, he gave a very kind look.

"Worthy of his reputation, indeed, worthy of his reputation!"

In the sky, Ao Hanyi heard her grandfather sigh like this.

"Why, can Grandpa discern the cultivation level of that person?" Ao Hanyi blinked her sapphire-blue eyes and asked softly.

"No!"

The Dragon Sovereign shook his head and continued, "But the true dragon bloodline in his body is even purer than mine... The dragon blood is violent. If his cultivation and foundation were not superior to mine, he wouldn't be able to integrate it, and his body would burst and perish!"

"I see."

Ao Hanyi's small mouth opened slightly, marveling in her heart.

She knew that Gu Lan was very strong, but she didn't expect... him to be so much stronger than her grandfather, who was invincible in her eyes!

"With such strength, it's no wonder he could cut through space with a single sword and annihilate the demon head in the realm!"

"The blood of a true dragon... with such a rich bloodline, that person can actually be considered a member of our Dragon Clan!"

The Dragon Sovereign smiled and squinted at Ao Hanyi.

"The identity of the Dragon Clan is extremely enviable in the eyes of all races... but in the eyes of Master Gu, I'm afraid he won't find it appealing."

Ao Hanyi smiled wryly, fearing that her grandfather might invite Gu Lan into the Dragon Clan, causing unnecessary displeasure.

"Well, rest assured."

The Dragon Sovereign smiled and said, "Grandpa is not so confused as to fantasize about recruiting such a powerful person. We've come just to express goodwill and give gifts in return. Him informing us about Qin'er's news is already a great favor to our Dragon Clan!"