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Chapter 1147: Chapter 88 “Rogue” Great Emperor! Commandery Princess in Disgrace_2 Chapter 1147: Chapter 88 “Rogue” Great Emperor! Commandery Princess in Disgrace_2 “Wang Shouzhe, try the Spirit Meat I’ve grilled. This grill was a gift from Li Yao to me back then,” Emperor Longchang said with a familiarity that left no doubt he considered himself anything but an outsider on the Wang family’s territory.

Wang Shouzhe looked speechless, and after symbolically eating a few bites of the grilled meat, he said, “Your Majesty’s presence at the Wang residence catches Shouzhe unprepared and truly discomforted.”

The underlying message was clear: Couldn’t the emperor have given some notice before his visit?

Emperor Longchang secretly rolled his eyes.

If I had informed you, wouldn’t that have given you time to hide your tails? Then, how would I be able to catch you by surprise, deliver a stunning reversal, and slap you in the face?

Unfortunately, Wang Shouzhe had managed his territory so well that it was as solid as Fort Knox, impervious to even a water attack. His retainers had detected the emperor’s presence before he could even make a move.

If he hadn’t made a quick escape, he would have had to resort to martial power or else get thrown into the Wang family’s pseudo-prison.

Humph~ He really thinks of himself as an ‘Earth Emperor,’ stewing over his little plot of land.

While Emperor Longchang muttered to himself internally, he outwardly shifted the conversation and remarked, “Shouzhe, the planning of your Wang family’s main residence is truly magnificent. Once this Spirit Gathering Array is completed, over time, the Wang residence will surely become a land blessed by the spirit’s essence, capable of sustaining the Wang family’s legacy for countless generations~~” “Even I find myself reluctant to leave such a place.”

As the Transcendent Emperor, his knowledge and insight were beyond comparison to ordinary men; he almost immediately recognized that the Spirit Gathering Array being prepared by the Wang family’s main residence was extraordinary, something an average Array Master could not have set up.

Wang Shouzhe’s expression stiffened for a moment before he politely offered, “If Your Majesty likes it here, you are welcome to stay at the Wang family’s residence for a while, consider it a vacation.”

In this world, there was no concept strictly equivalent to “all land under the sky belongs to the emperor.” The Wang family’s private lands were officially recorded and registered. As long as they paid their taxes and committed no major crimes, these lands would remain their ancestral property, forever beyond others’ reach.

Just as when the Wang family had defeated the Liu and Zhao families and pushed them out of Ping’an Town, they could not arbitrarily take over their lands without following the proper procedures—purchases had to be made, transfers had to be completed.

Thus, today’s Wang family’s main residence (Original Ping An Town) was naturally the private property of the Wang clan. Any emperor visiting was merely a guest.

However, when Wang Shouzhe made his offer, it was more of a polite gesture.

Compared to the environment of the Imperial Palace, the Wang family’s territory might not be entirely without its merits, but in terms of luxury, it certainly fell short by countless degrees.

Unexpectedly, Emperor Longchang’s eyes sparkled as he stroked his beard and pretended to ponder deeply before saying, “Since Shouzhe has invited me, it wouldn’t be proper for me to refuse. Just now, I acknowledged Little Immortal as my sworn granddaughter; it’s a good opportunity to stay and foster our relationship.”

“What?” Wang Shouzhe broke into a cold sweat. “Your Majesty, when did this happen?”

“Just before you arrived,” Emperor Longchang waved dismissively and said, “No need to worry about this. It’s also in light of your great services to the Great Qian Land on this occasion, Shouzhe. And don’t fret about any objections from court or country. I’m too old to worry about their opinions when taking a sworn granddaughter.”

His words seemed to suggest that having Li Xian as a sworn granddaughter was a huge favor to the Wang family.

Wang Shouzhe’s cheek muscles twitched uncontrollably, struggling to maintain a composed expression.

So this is all about coveting the Immortal Plants, huh? What a charade!

Only a Great Emperor could have such thick skin—truly, no ordinary man could compare.

But there was another concern…

Wang Shouzhe felt conflicted and stole a glance at Emperor Longchang before cautiously inquiring, “Your Majesty wishes to take Little Immortal as your sworn granddaughter, which is indeed an honor for Shouzhe. But our familial titles…” Emperor Longchang snorted and arrogantly turned away, saying with a hint of disdain, “Shouzhe, don’t overthink it. I have no such intentions. Let’s keep our separate standings—our relationship will remain purely that of emperor and subject, and don’t entertain any improper thoughts.”

His words and expressions seemed almost repulsed by Wang Shouzhe.

“Phew!”

Wang Shouzhe let out an inward sigh of relief.

It was for the best that there were no such intentions, for he would have struggled to serve such a capricious emperor.

However, as soon as Emperor Longchang observed Wang Shouzhe’s relieved demeanor, he took offense and his expression darkened, “Wang Shouzhe, what is that look on your face? Are you scornful of me?”

“This servant would not dare,” replied Wang Shouzhe, bowing deeply, his heart pounding as if a myriad of horses were galloping through it.

So, ‘the official can burn down houses, but the commoners can’t even light lamps?’ As if I hadn’t noticed the disdain from the emperor just moments ago?

“It’s best if you don’t,” Emperor Longchang finally said with a satisfied smile. Waving his hand, he added, “I will reside in your Wang residence for a while and personally tutor Little Immortal. I’m not one for fussiness, so you need not wait on me hand and foot. Go about your business as usual.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

Wang Shouzhe bowed his agreement, his demeanor one of utmost respect and compliance, though inwardly he felt utterly drained.

Alas, who asked him to be the Transcendent Emperor? With power and might on his side, I have no choice but to follow his lead.

Thank goodness it’s only for a ‘short stay.’

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