The Legend of Princess Qingping
Chapter 21. The Loss of Feilong Plate

Shortly afterwards Xu Jia came over with a serious face. His steps were long and he looked rushed. After arriving before the two princes of Zhao Kingdom, he immediately bowed respectfully. "Your Highness, His Highness the Third Prince."

"What's up?" asked Zhou Ziyang.

Xu Jia did not answer directly. He turned his gaze towards Zhou Jun. The man seemed hesitant to report the news he had obtained.

Zhou Ziyang understood Xu Jia's intention. He said casually. "Tell me! Zhou Jun is not an outsider, let him hear it!"

"Your Majesty, Guo Li has been killed in the Liu House along with A Heng. We can't get any more news about Liu's residence" Xu Jia said.

Zhou Ziyang's brows wrinkled lightly. "Who did it?"

"Second Miss Liu, Liu Qingqing."

Zhou Jun was stunned to hear the reply from Xu Jia. "Whatdidyou say? Second Miss Liu has killed Guo Li and A Heng? As far as I know she is the most gentle girl in our Zhao Kingdom. How could such a girl be a murderer?"

"Xu Jia, you must have been misinformed. He couldn't possibly do such a heinous thing!" continued Zhou Jun. He looked at Xu Jia seriously, then his gaze turned towards Zhou Ziyang. "Second Brother, A Heng who was called Xu Jia was he the servant of Father's giving?"

Zhou Ziyang only gave a small nod. His expression was still very calm as if the news from Xu Jia was nothing. "Zhou Jun, you're too busy with your books so don't see the wind change in the capital."

Zhou Ziyang's voice carried a faint hint of mocking intent. However, it did not make Zhou Jun angry or upset. He was smiling a little. "Second Brother, I am not as lucky as you who can master military tactics very well. If I had just a little bit of expertise like you, I would definitely explore the landscape of Jianghu."

"The ingenuity you have is enough to explore Jianghu, but it seems like Father will not allow that to happen" Zhou Ziyang said.

Xu Jia who heard from the side only smiled looking at the two princes of Zhao Kingdom.

"Yes, I know you won't let it." Zhou Jun got up from his seat. "It seems like there's something important that you guys need to talk about, then I won't be interrupting Second Brother's time any longer."

"Zhou Jun, if you still want to be here there is no need to rush back. My business with Xu Jia can be discussed later." Zhou Ziyang also stood up.

"No need, Second Brother. I still have other business," Zhou Jun refused. He gave a sign of decency to Zhou Ziyang then left the courtyard.

After Zhou Jun's departure, Zhou Ziyang intended to leave the courtyard. He went back to his study. However, the second prince's footsteps were stopped by Xu Jia's words.

"Your Majesty, I saw the First Prince go to Xinshe Park with Miss Liu Yifei."

"Miss Liu Yifei?" Zhou Ziyang's forehead wrinkled. "How did they get close? Didn't First Brother already apply to Miss Liu Qingqing? Xu Jia, aren't you looking wrong?"

"Truly I didn't see wrong, Your Majesty. My eyes can still tell which First Miss Liu and Second Miss Liu are." Xu Jia said with complete confidence.

"Xu Jia, you investigate this matter!"

"Okay, Your Majesty." Xu Jia nodded. "Keep what for the matter of Liu's Residence, Your Majesty? After this incident we'll find it hard to find someone like Guo Li."

"It's not difficult, but there will likely be no more second Guo Li. We must find a way to cooperate with Liu Qingqing. If a person like him was on our side it would be very profitable."

"I'll think of a way, Your Majesty," Xu Jia said as he followed Zhou Ziyang's footsteps.

In the afternoon Liu Yifei returned to the residence with Zhou Yicheng. Both of their hands were tightly intertwined accompanied by a brightly developing smile on their faces. Everyone could instantly understand the relationship between the two just from their attitude.

Li Shu was already waiting for the arrival of Liu Yifei and Zhou Yicheng in the main hall. He greeted them with a smile. "You're back?"

Zhou Yicheng only gave a small nod.

"Mother, there's something I need to talk to you about" Liu Yifei said as he removed his hand from Zhou Yicheng's grasp.

Liu Yifei moved closer to his mother. He replied in a soft voice. "Mother, I need the Feilong Plate. His Highness the First Prince will marry me if I give the Feilong Plate to him."

"Didn't Mom hear me wrong?" Li Shu's eyes twinkled. His facial expression was as bright as the sky this afternoon. "Your Majesty, are you really going to marry my daughter?"

"Yes, I will marry Liu Yifei, but I want to have the Feilong Plate!" Zhou Yicheng replied firmly. The man no longer needed to hide his intentions because he knew that Liu Yifei and Li Shu would definitely not reject his offer. "With the Feilong Plate my strength will definitely increase and it will also benefit you. Your position will be even higher after Liu Yifei marries me."

"Mother, how?" ask Liu Yifei. In her heart she was eager to marry Zhou Yicheng and become the wife of a prince. However, he did not dare to express his feelings to Li Shu.

Li Shu smiled. "Obviously you'll be supporting your relationship. Ah Yifei, this is a good opportunity for you. Hurry up and grab that thing at the secret place in Mom's room!"

"Okay, Mom, I get it." Liu Yifei immediately nodded, then stepped out of the main hall with a flowery heart. He went towards the right foyer, the place where Li Shu's room was located.

"Your Majesty, please sit down! We can talk about marriage while waiting for Ah Yifei to return," Li Shu's pinta was full of courtesy. He showed his friendly attitude in welcoming a great guest.

Zhou Yicheng heeded Li Shu's words. He sat down and enjoyed a few treats on the table. His face was filled with real happiness. This was not because he would be part of the Liu Family, but because soon his wish would be realized.

If one could possess the Feilong Plate, it would be tantamount to taking control of the Northern Camp. The person would also be considered the leader of the thousands of troops of the Flying Dragon Cavalry— border guards in the northern region. Zhou Yicheng would naturally not turn his attention to an opportunity like this. The great power that will support his power will certainly be fought desperately.

Liu Yifei finally arrived at Li Shu's room. He entered the secret room as a storage of precious objects. She searched carefully for what her future husband wanted. After finding the small box, he immediately went out to return to the main hall.

However, as Liu Yifei walked into the open courtyard he passed by Liu Qingqing. A look of arrogance was clearly on his face. He walked over to Liu Qingqing.

"Liu Qingqing, I'm telling you something. I will soon be married to the First Prince. I advise you to no longer tease her!"

"Ah, it seems like my plan worked. The prey has entered into a trap," Liu Qingqing said inwardly.

While smiling Liu Qingging replied to Liu Yifei. "Congratulations to your success, Liu Yifei. I suggest you take good care of the prince of your dreams, lest you end up being let down."

"of course! I won't let a woman like you have a chance to get close to the First Prince. Liu Qingqing, you were too stupid to have rejected her proposal back then!"

After saying this Liu Yifei left Liu Qingqing. He sped up his steps to show the item brought to Zhou Yicheng. A smile full of happiness continued to develop on the girl's face.

Inwardly Liu Yifei said, "Liu Qingqing, you don't expect to bully me again after I become the First Prince's wife. When I have taken the title Mrs Zhou, I will make sure you live with suffering."

Zhou Yicheng himself was seen busy conversing with Li Shu. They were discussing the matter of marriage between her and Liu Yifei. Their conversation came to a halt as Liu Yifei walked in with light steps.

Li Shu looked towards Liu Yifei while getting up from the chair. "Ah Yifei, have you found the item?"

"Here you go, Mother." Liu Yifei drew closer to Li Shu while showing the small box he was carrying.

Zhou Yicheng stood up. His gaze was never separated from the box that Liu Yifei was carrying. Accompanied by a smile he said, "Liu Yifei, you didn't disappoint me. Quick, give me the box!"

"Mother." There were doubts about Liu Yifei when he was about to give Feilong the plate. She glanced at her mother at a glance, but Li Shu only gave her approval with a nod of her head.

Liu Yifei finally gave the box to Zhou Yicheng. "Your Majesty, this is the item you requested. May you not forget your promise to marry me."

"Ah Yifei, you calm down I will definitely marry you soon. Tomorrow I will discuss our marriage with Father," Zhou Yicheng said after receiving Liu Yifei's gift.

A still loyal smile flourished on Zhou Yicheng's face before opening the small box. He wanted to immediately see the Feilong Plate with his own eyes. His arm moved quickly, but it was a pity that the box was empty when it opened.

The prince's face changed drastically. There was not the slightest smile. There was only a faint look from his pitch-black eyes as he looked at the two women from the Liu Residence.

"Where's the Feilong Plate?" Zhou Yicheng's voice was rising. His gaze was sharp like a sword ready to hit Li Shu and Liu Yifei. He had been overwhelmed with anger because the thing he wanted was not in the box. "Do you want to play me?"