Chapter 828: Taking Someone’s Place
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
The person who spoke was Zhang Zhi, a soldier who was friends with Lu Zhen. Many unmarried soldiers were tempted when they heard the news. It was normal for Zhang Zhi to be tempted too.
His stomach was in unbearable pain. He would definitely not be able to go tomorrow. He wanted Lu Zhen to take his place for two days.
Lu Zhen nodded. “I promise you. You’d better go and see a military doctor as soon as possible. I can only help you for two days at most.”
Zhang Zhi nodded repeatedly. “That’s great. Thank you, General Lu. Two days is enough for me to recover.”
“If those two princesses are just ornaments and the competition ends in a day, then 1’11 accept my fate.”
Zhang Zhi said with a smile. However, from the bold words the two princesses said, they were obviously not pushovers.
Lu Zhen nodded. “Good luck.”
Zhang Zhi revealed a confident smile. “Of course… Aiyo—my stomach hurts again. Let’s talk about it later…”
Zhang Zhi was smiling happily, but because of the pain in his stomach, his smile twisted. He held his stomach and ran away.
Lu Zhen smiled and continued practicing.
At night, Lu Zhen returned home. As soon as he entered, Lu Qingqing ran over. She pouted her red lips. “Lu Zhen, why did you come back fifteen minutes late today? Do you know that I was waiting for you? Touch my face and hands. They’re all cold.”
Lu Zhen picked Lu Qingqing up the moment she ran over and let her cling to him like a sloth. Hearing Lu Qingqing’s complaints, he smiled and kissed her cheek before pulling her hand into his chest.
“1 was training with a soldier, so I came back fifteen minutes late.”
Lu Zhen carried Lu Qingqing in and explained to her.
Lu Qingqing pressed her hands against Lu Zhen’s chest and looked at him. “Really? You’re not lying to me?”
Lu Zhen pecked Lu Qingqing’s red lips. “I’m not lying to you.”
Lu Qingqing leaned against Lu Zhen’s chest and felt sweet.
When they returned to the small courtyard, the servant girls served the food. Lu Qingqing was still sitting on Lu Zhen’s lap. The servant girls tactfully left, not disturbing them.
Lu Qingqing thought that Lu Zhen must be tired from training, so she stood up and sat at the side.
“You must be hungry. Hurry up and eat.”
Lu Qingqing picked up some food for Lu Zhen. Lu Zhen nodded.
Lu Qingqing was not very hungry. She ate slowly and said, “Lu Zhen, what do you think about me opening a shop in the capital? I’m so bored.”
Lu Zhen nodded. “Then ask your mother for some guidance. You can also ask
Lu Run. He’s knowledgeable and can give you advice.”
Su Qiong was a business-minded woman. Now that she had moved to the capital, she had already opened a few shops. Lu Run was also learning how to do business from Su Qiong.
Lu Qingqing was probably bored. She was carefree and could do whatever she wanted.
Lu Qingqing nodded. “Alright, then. What business do you think 1 should do?”
Lu Zhen thought about it seriously. “I’m not sure, but there is no hurry. You can take your time to think about it.”
Lu Qingqing had already finished eating. Lu Zhen wiped the corner of her mouth with a handkerchief. “Qingqing, come with me to bathe…”
Lu Qingqing blushed.
With Lu Qingqing’s permission, Lu Zhen took Zhang Zhi’s place in the competition.
Su Ran and Lei Lian were already dressed up and came on horseback. One of them was holding a sword, and the other was holding a whip.
The ring was set up in the palace. Other than the warriors who signed up, there were also the nobles and officials.
Above the ring were the royal family and the envoys of the two dynasties. On both sides were the officials with their families. Below them were the contestants.
Su Ran walked up and brandished her whip. She said coldly, “Today, 1’11 challenge you. Whoever wants to fight me can come forward.”
Dressed in black, her impressive figure attracted everyone’s attention.
As soon as she finished speaking, a contestant came onto the stage. “Hello, Princess. I’m Li Xiao. I’m here to challenge you.”
The contestant was strong and handsome. He looked straight at Su Ran and did not hide his desire for her impressive figure.
Su Ran whipped her whip and stood with her hands behind her back. She looked at the person coldly. “Li Xiao, right? Your eyes are like a fire that wants to burn me. As for whether your fire can burn me or not, that depends on your ability. I’m ruthless and won’t show mercy.”
When Li Xiao heard these cold and arrogant words, not only did he not feel that it was rude, but he was more interested.
Li Xiao cupped his fists. “Princess, I’m ready.”
He went to the weapon rack and took a long spear.
Su Ran had always been arrogant. Her eyes were cold as she swung the whip. With a whoosh, the whip flew across the air and swept out.
Li Xiao raised his spear to block.
Crack.
The spear broke, and the whip landed Li Xiao’s chest.
Li Xiao didn’t even have time to retract the smile on his face before it twisted from the pain. The clothes on his chest were torn, and the burning pain in his chest was unbearable. He took a few steps back before falling to the ground and curling up. The surrounding imperial guards quickly carried Li Xiao down.
Su Ran brandished the whip and looked at Li Xiao coldly. “Next.”
Su Ran’s move also shocked all the contestants who were originally taking her lightly.
The entire venue fell silent.
The next contestant walked onto the ring with a serious expression and cupped his fists at Su Ran. “I’m Sun Chen. I’m here to challenge you, Princess.”
Su Ran nodded slightly. “Sun Chen, please choose your weapon.”
Sun Chen chose a long saber. Most people would not choose a short weapon against whips. Only long weapons could block Su Ran’s whip..
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