As soon as Nangong Yi finished speaking, Long Kun backhanded Nangong Yi and cursed, "Rebellious son! You dare to refuse my decree, you are seeking death!"
"Slap!" Another loud slap, Long Kun's right hand trembled, and his eyes showed intense anger.
Long Kun delivered four consecutive loud slaps, each imbued with terrifying power, splitting Nangong Yi's lips, which bled profusely, a shocking sight.
"Nangong Yi, do you think I am truly unwilling to kill you?" Long Kun said coldly, a hint of guilt and helplessness mixed in his tone.
Long Kun knew very well that if he did not deal with Nangong Yi tonight, his reputation would be damaged.
At that time, the ministers would surely consider him incompetent and immoral, and if all this were revealed by Nangong Yi, he would be even more humiliated.
"Nangong Yi, you should be glad you are surnamed Nangong, otherwise you would have been a corpse long ago!" A sharp glint flashed in Long Kun's eyes, and his tone became even colder.
A trickle of blood seeped from the corner of his mouth, his expression numb and lifeless, his gaze vacant as he looked ahead, muttering.
"Father Emperor, I finally understand. It turns out we are all just pawns..."
Long Kun's body trembled slightly, and he looked at Nangong Yi with a complicated gaze, saying, "I know you resent me, but I truly regret it. Why did I adopt you back then?"
"I don't resent you, and I understand you," Nangong Yi said with a tragic smile, his smile carrying a hint of desolation.
He raised his head, looked at the sky, and slowly said, "I just want to know, how did my imperial concubine mother really die?"
"She was killed by a villain. I forbid you to talk nonsense. Your imperial concubine mother just died of illness. If you dare to slander her even half a word more.
I will cripple you!" Long Kun roared in anger. He was most sensitive about this matter, and Nangong Yi was deliberately provoking him.
Sensing the killing intent emanating from Long Kun, Nangong Yi's face changed drastically, and he quickly said, "I was wrong, I will never dare to speak carelessly again."
Long Kun snorted coldly and said, "I am lenient with you because you are a prince. If you remain stubborn, do not blame me for being impolite."
"Yes, yes, your son obeys your teachings." Nangong Yi quickly nodded in agreement, his expression changing unpredictably, as if he was contemplating something.
Seeing that Nangong Yi had calmed down, Long Kun secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that Nangong Yi was actually stubborn at heart.
Once he decided on something, even nine oxen could not pull him back. He did not mind using force to make Nangong Yi submit.
"Issue my command, immediately seal the news. Anyone who dares to leak tonight's events will have their entire clan exterminated!" Long Kun said majestically, his tone revealing undeniable dominance.
After Chu Chen left the prison, he walked directly towards the Qin mansion. Although he did not know who that woman was, since she was closely related to Nangong Yi, her identity must be extraordinary.
His strength was still very weak, and it was not advisable to expose himself, otherwise he would surely be hunted down, so he needed some help.
Coincidentally, he encountered someone, and it was a good opportunity to ask for help.
"We've arrived at the Qin mansion. How should I get in now?" Chu Chen frowned. The Qin mansion's defenses were extremely strict, and it was impossible for him to break in.
Just as Chu Chen was in a dilemma, a charming and beautiful figure caught his eye. It was none other than Qin Ziyan.
Chu Chen's eyes lit up, and he strode forward, quickly approaching Qin Ziyan and calling out, "Miss Qin."
"Brother Chu?" Seeing Chu Chen emerge from the prison, Qin Ziyan was startled at first, then a look of surprise appeared in her beautiful eyes as she asked, "Brother Chu, why are you here?"
"I have something important to ask Miss Qin for help," Chu Chen said respectfully, cupping his fists.
"Oh?" Qin Ziyan raised her delicate eyebrows and asked, "What is it?"
"It's like this..." Chu Chen told Qin Ziyan his plan. After listening, a faint blush appeared on the latter's pretty face.
Her beautiful eyes widened, as if she could not believe that Chu Chen wanted her to impersonate his fiancée, and under such circumstances.
"Are you sure this will work?" Qin Ziyan asked. She was not worried about others misunderstanding, but rather if doing so would cause trouble for the family head.
"It should be fine, as long as you cooperate," Chu Chen said with a smile, knowing Qin Ziyan's concerns.
"Okay, I promise you." Qin Ziyan took a deep breath, bit her thin lips, and said with courage.
"Thank you, Miss Qin." Chu Chen said gratefully, then he continued to ask, "But what do we need to do?"
"No need, I just need to change my makeup a little," Qin Ziyan smiled charmingly. She beckoned to Chu Chen, her graceful demeanor making his heart pound.
Chu Chen was stunned for a moment, then walked over. Qin Ziyan leaned close to him, stood on tiptoe, and whispered a few words in his ear.
After listening, he stared at Qin Ziyan in a daze, his heart pounding. He had not expected Qin Ziyan to make such a bold move.
However, he did not stop her, as this was the only way.
"Miss Qin, you just need to do as I say later. Remember, you must not let anyone notice anything unusual," Chu Chen cautioned.
"Yes, I understand." Qin Ziyan nodded obediently, her face blushing shyly.
"Then I'll go change my clothes first. See you later." Qin Ziyan wriggled her body slightly, then turned and ran away.
"Alas." Chu Chen sighed bitterly, shook his head, and then walked into a nearby alley to change into a brand new black robe.
After changing into the black robe, Chu Chen walked out of the alley and headed towards the Qin mansion. Before long, he arrived outside the Qin mansion.
He scanned his surroundings, confirmed that no one was nearby, and then stepped inside.
Not long after Chu Chen entered the Qin mansion, several figures quietly followed him, hiding extremely well, like ghosts.
In a courtyard within the inner court of the Qin mansion, Chu Chen sat cross-legged on the ground, emitting a faint black mist, as if shrouded in a black veil.
Chu Chen's eyes were tightly closed, and his soul power spread out, carefully observing the slightest movement around him, not letting go of any clue.
After about a moment, a gust of fragrant wind wafted over. Qin Ziyan came before Chu Chen. Seeing the handsome young man before her, a brilliant smile immediately appeared on her pretty face.
"Has your injury recovered mostly?" Qin Ziyan asked, her beautiful eyes looking at Chu Chen, her gaze seeming a little complicated.
Chu Chen opened his eyes, stood up, and smiled, "After a day and night of recuperation, my injuries have completely healed. I can fight now."
"That's good." Qin Ziyan nodded with relief. She knew Chu Chen was a man of his word. Since he said he could defeat Nangong Yi, he would definitely do it.
"Let's go." Chu Chen reached out and patted Qin Ziyan's shoulder. The two of them walked out of the house together and headed towards the outskirts of the city.
After they left, four men emerged from the shadows at the street corner.