My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty

The next day.

In the Jixia Literary Academy, in Zhang Qingwei's lofty pavilion.

Gu Lan came to visit as usual with his younger brother, but this time, he also brought along a girl in red, Gu Xiaochi.

Seeing the three of them coming in, Zhang Qingwei paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Young friend, it seems you're fine! Last night, I heard about the collapse of Tianshan Secret Realm and was worried about you. Now it seems unnecessary!"

Although he couldn't see Gu Lan's cultivation, being both focused on the literary path, Zhang Qingwei could vaguely sense that Gu Lan's aura had become stronger than before!

"Fortunately, I gained something in the secret realm."

Gu Lan smiled slightly.

He came today to reassure the old master and inquire about some things.

Gu Lan casually threw out a bag of candies, and Gu Xiaochi's eyes followed the candies.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

"What's this?"

Zhang Qingwei was puzzled.

"My wife is expecting, and we distributed candies to our neighbors as part of the celebration. Since we're old friends, we can't leave you out."

Gu Lan smiled.

"Haha! Congratulations to the young friend!"

Zhang Qingwei had no idea who his wife was but happily congratulated him.

Seeing Gu Xiaochi's mouth watering, he handed the candies to the little girl.

"Child, if you want to eat, go ahead!"

"Thank you, Grandpa!"

Gu Xiaoqitook it gratefully. Being a gluttonous phoenix, she was equally excited about treats, whether inside or outside the egg.

Zhang Qingwei moved the beast-shaped golden charcoal brazier aside, pulled out a jade chessboard from under the table, and glanced at Gu Lan.

"Young friend, I have thoroughly studied the chess manual you gave me. Would you like to have a game with me today?"

It seemed like he was entering a stage of arrogance for beginners...

Although Zhang Qingwei was considered a national master in the Great Jing, in Gu Lan's eyes, he was still just an average player.

Gu Lan hesitated for a moment and smiled knowingly, "Sure, let's play and chat at the same time!"

They set up the chessboard.

"Since the old man knows about the Tianshan Secret Realm incident, do you know where the demon beast inside came from?"

Gu Lan raised his eyes slightly.

The demon beasts here were, of course, just heavenly demons, unrelated to the matter of Chiyang Holy Lord.

"The book says it's an extraterritorial heavenly demon. I've heard a bit about it!"

Zhang Qingwei casually played with the chess pieces.

To Gu Lan's surprise, the old master knew quite a bit. In his youth, he was indeed a direct disciple of Liangyi Academy, and his knowledge was extensive.

"Tell me more."

Gu Lan continued to ask, "What does 'extraterritorial' refer to?"

"Extraterritorial refers to the Six Realms. We are currently only in the Earthly Realm, and there are also demon realms, god realms, underworlds, etc... But they are all elusive legends, and no one knows if they're true!"

Zhang Qingwei waggled his white eyebrows.

He seemed quite skeptical!

The continent had existed for over ten thousand years, and there was only one demon beast that appeared about four thousand years ago!

Rather than believing in such stories that resembled novels, he felt more inclined to think that the heavenly demon was a powerful being on the continent who went mad but was "demonized" by the people of that time!

However!

Gu Lan has truly seen the Soul Demon and, of course, knows the strangeness of this thing. If it can merge with the Chiyang Holy Lord, it must not be a human who has gone mad!

The legends of the "book" about the six realms might indeed exist in this world, and at least the Demon Realm should exist!

"Well, old man, do you remember what the book said about how the six realms are connected to each other?"

Gu Lan asked curiously.

Regardless of whether it was accidental or intentional, since the Heavenly Demon could come to the Earthly Realm, there must be some kind of spatial tunnel-like existence.

Of course, with Gu Lan's personality, he wouldn't actively join in the fun. He just wanted to know the potential sources of danger in advance to better protect the people he cared about.

"The book didn't cover it all, but the old man thinks it's probably some unexpected or unknown places, hahaha... Hey, young friend, you don't really believe it, do you?"

Zhang Qingwei pointed to the chessboard, indicating that it was Gu Lan's turn.

"No! Consider it entertainment. I'll go back and tell the story to my wife as a tale."

Gu Lan smiled.

This legend is probably only believed by those who have truly seen the Soul Demon. Even if it spreads in the mortal world, people would likely take it as a mysterious story.

However, there's no need to worry about the strength of other realms. Those who can cross space to reach another realm are undoubtedly the cream of the crop in that realm! Gu Lan could easily handle the Soul Demon, and a few more wouldn't be a problem!

Gu Lan refocused his attention.

Returning to the chessboard, he defeated the old master in just a few moves, leaving him in a sorry state.

"Hiss!"

Zhang Qingwei stroked his beard, stared wide-eyed, and took a cold breath.

"It's impossible... I followed your chess manual, but still lost. Could it be that you gained some chess Dao inheritance in the secret realm?!"

Gu Lan was stunned for a moment, smiled, and remained silent.

The true meaning of the chess Dao had been mastered long ago. What chess Dao in the world could catch his eye?

"Wait a minute! The old man may not be able to beat you, but the old man has a friend. I'll send a message to Su Hua and have him come find you for a game!"

Zhang Qingwei was a bit unwilling to admit defeat.

Knowing he couldn't win, he decided to shake things up!

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Gu Lan helplessly held him back and slowly said, "Old master, don't trouble Grand Tutor Su for such a trivial matter. He holds a position as an imperial tutor in the palace, a status different from a commoner like me!"

"What's the difference?!"

Zhang Qingwei shook his head when he heard Gu Lan's humble words, saying, "We're friends! Forget about Su Hua... even if Her Majesty had time, I'd invite her to play with you!"

No, no! I know you have a high reputation... Gu Lan hurriedly said, "I'll be leaving shortly. Besides, I'm just a commoner. Please don't bother Her Majesty!"

The female Emperor is an important character in the original work. Gu Lan didn't want to attract her attention so easily!

Unexpectedly!

With these words, Zhang Qingwei became even more enthusiastic, "Young friend, you're being too modest! In the future, if you become an official, meeting Her Majesty is just a matter of time... Besides! She is still single, and she hasn't married yet! She is exceptionally beautiful, and all the young talents in the court are eager to gain her favor!"

The more Zhang Qingwei looked at Gu Lan, the more he felt this kid had potential!

He immediately made up his mind!

In the future, he must find a time to invite the female Emperor to play chess with him. Even if it doesn't work out, it won't hurt to use a chess match as an excuse for exchanging knowledge!

Gu Lan didn't know what Zhang Qingwei was thinking, but he couldn't help but feel a bit exasperated.

The young talents in the court were really something.

His wife was already doing well; there was no need or interest in getting acquainted with the female Emperor.

"Let's not talk about this for now..."

Gu Lan changed the topic, recalling an incident in the secret realm and asked softly, "Old master, do you know to which prince the Tianyang Holy Land in Great Yu belongs?"

Zhang Qingwei pondered slightly and replied, "It should be under the influence of Great Yu's Crown Prince... Why do you ask?"

"Oh, they tried to make trouble for me in the secret realm."

Gu Lan casually replied, a cold light flashing in his eyes. Since he now knew they were supporters of the Crown Prince, he could start working to have them expelled!

"They dared to provoke you?"

Zhang Qingwei raised an eyebrow, looking at Gu Lan, and sighed, "Are they all dead now?"

"Yes."

...

After coming out of the lofty pavilion, Gu Lan didn't go home. Instead, he directly rode the phoenix out of the capital.

After Zhongren calculated it, he found the current location of the Nightwalkers organization.

The Nightwalkers in the martial world were mercenaries who sold their lives for money.

With plenty of money in hand, Gu Lan didn't need to personally go to Great Yu. Why bother when he could stay at home and accompany his wife?