er in an instant, he could still feel the opponent's power and icy killing intent.I thought I had it in the bag, but I didn't expect his girlfriend to be so amazing."You see, I told you you couldn't k..."Of course, of course."

Guan Chengfang quickly said, "Just wait a moment, I'll call that disobedient son over and have him apologize to his nephew in person."

"Besides, our steward will also take out ten thousand high-grade spirit stones as compensation. How does that sound"

"Sure."

Actually, Gong Junxiong wanted more than anything a face. Now that he sees his old friend's family has encountered misfortune, he was not only hit hard with a large sum of money, but also gained an insane son.

My heart softened a little, and my anger dissipated somewhat.

"Brother Xie, please be magnanimous."

Guan Chengfang adopted a strategy of divide and conquer. He pacified his most amicable old friend, then turned his attention to Yuan Da-hua, the Minister of War beside him.

“Grand Minister, this is all the fault of my son. I will have him come out right now to kneel and apologize to your young master.”

"Besides, we'll give you our steward and one hundred acres of good farmland in Xicheng as compensation. What do you think"

"Well, since he's crazy, I won't hold it against him."

Yuan Dahua, with his position as Minister of War, was incredibly proud. He held onto his foolish son relentlessly, which made him feel a bit ashamed.

"I've thanked the Minister already!"

Guan Chengfang secretly let out a sigh of relief, bowed deeply, and then walked to Du Guzhan's presence.

"Your Highness, this lowly subject has offended the esteemed County Princess. I deserve any punishment, death or otherwise, that you deem fit. This humble servant dares not utter a single complaint."

Guan Chengfang, having served as the head of the family for so many years, is still very skillful. He treats each person differently.

For the old friend, Gong Junxiong, he gave him face and provided a way down.

As for the Minister of War, he came up with enough compensation. A hundred acres of fertile land is equivalent to over ten thousand top-grade spirit stones.

As for King Laiyang, he wasn't short of money or status. All this was beyond his control; he could only wait and see what the other party decided.

Dugu Zhan nodded, seeming satisfied with the attitude the steward had taken.

But he did not respond immediately, instead turning his head to look at the Lady of Laiyang County behind him, Dugu Hong.

"Daughter, this matter I leave to you to decide. Do with it as you see fit."

Guan Chengfang stole a glance at Du Guhong. This Le Yang County Lord's ugliness was notorious throughout the Great Shun Empire, yet every time he saw her, he was still shocked. It was truly hideous.

Muttered to himself that Qi Rui was a fool for picking a fight with such an unsightly creature.

He thought this way in his heart, but on the surface, he was very respectful.

All eyes turned to the princess, eager to see what she would do.

Dugu Hong gritted her teeth and said, "Father, I want to bring that boy back to the house. I want to marry him as my husband. I want to torment him every day, torment him for a lifetime!"

Her words caused gasps to erupt from the crowd. Even Yuan Dahua and Gong Junxiong wore expressions of extreme discomfort on their faces.

Mentioning this Laiyang County Princess, no one in the upper echelons of the entire Da Shun Empire is unaware of her. It's because she is ugly, and until now, she hasn't been married off.

According to common sense, with the power of King Laiyang, marrying off his daughter shouldn't be a problem. However, this county princess is truly too ugly. No one in the royal court or among the aristocratic families would accept her.

It is important to know that not only was Dugu Hong ugly, but she was also arrogant and domineering.

Anyone who marries her definitely won't be able to take concubines, and they won't even be allowed to go to brothels. For life, they will only have to stay with such an ugly woman. Whoever thinks about it will be afraid.

That's precisely why, even though Lady Laiyang was over twenty years old, no one had come to propose marriage.

For his daughter's wedding, Du Gu Zhan had also worried a lot, but the other party was unwilling to marry. He couldn't force his daughter onto someone else using his power. This kind of thing would damage his reputation if it got out.

Today is a good day. Dugu Hong wants to force Qi Rui to be her husband, this punishment is too severe, even cruel.

Once you have this kind of woman as your wife, your happiness for a lifetime will be ruined, and there will never be a way out.

"Father has agreed."

Dugu Zhan nodded, then looked at Guan Chengfang beside him, "Master Guan, did you hear what my daughter said Just do it her way!"

"Hear... hear... I heard it!"

Guan Chengfang naturally knew what was going on here, but there was nothing he could do about it. After all, he had provoked the other party.

If anyone disagreed, Laiyang Wang would have their steward killed directly, and no one would dare to speak out.

For the sake of the family's survival, we have to disregard Qi Rui. Besides, this misfortune is his own making.

The Laiyang County Princess called out, "Since that's the case, why don't you bring him out here"

"Did you hear that Go get that rascal over here for me."

Guan Chengfang said something, and Guan Youcai immediately scurried after him.

Entering the bedroom, I found Guan Qirui sleeping soundly with a loud snore.

"Master, Master, wake up quickly, the master is calling for you."

Over there, people were waiting anxiously. Even someone as capable as Guanyou dared not hesitate for a moment. He rushed forward and shook Gu Qi'er awake from his bed.

"What What do you want me to do"

Guan Qi opened his eyes, sat up, and patted his somewhat dazed head, but he felt even more confused.

"Aren't you supposed to be going to the brothel You even went to the toilet afterwards, how come you're sleeping in bed now"

He didn't give him time to think at all, just pulled him out of bed and went.

"Young master, please leave quickly. Lord Laiyang and your father are waiting for you."

"King Laiyang"

Hearing these three words, Guan Qirui immediately woke up a lot. "King Laiyang has come to our house, what is he here for"

"You'll know when you get there!"

Guan You said this, but in his heart he cursed inwardly, "You caused this mess yourself and don't even know it"

< Their house is about to be raided, and they still have the nerve to ask what's going on >

But thinking about him marrying that ugly woman soon, a tinge of sympathy arose in his heart. This young master was truly pitiful, how could he possibly get through the rest of his life

Two people rushed to the front, he glanced at the soldiers around him, his heart was getting more and more confused.

What's going on The Minister of War and the people from the Gong family are here too. Why are they so menacing, something doesn't feel right about this.

With questioning eyes, he glanced at his friend Gong Yuming, but found that the other's eyes were filled with resentment.

Then she turned her gaze away without giving him any hint.

"What on earth is going on"

Guan Qirui was full of confusion, feeling like he had just slept for a while and woke up to find everything a little different.

But now he couldn't think so much, tidying up his clothes and coming to Guan Cheng's side.

"Father, I'm here..."

"You ungrateful wretch, beast!"

Guan Qi originally wanted to go and greet King Laiyang and the others, but unexpectedly, as soon as he finished speaking, Guan Chengfang's big mouth started talking non-stop.

"Uh..."

Guan Qi was completely dumbfounded. His father had always been very pampering towards him, so why did he suddenly start hitting him today without any mercy

"Father, why are you hitting me"

Seeing him act so brazenly, Guan Chengfang's anger flared even more. He slapped him repeatedly, like raindrops, then kicked him to the ground.

"You bastard, come over here and apologize to Uncle Gǒng and Yùmíng!"

"Apology Why should I apologize What did I do"

Guan Qi was completely baffled, like a clueless monk encountering an unfamiliar statue. He had no idea what was going on.

Guan Chengfang, however, grew increasingly angry and slapped him several more times.

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