Chapter 650.1: An opportune moment

Du Ling looked at Li Zikang with derision.

Li Zikang was not pleased.

Trying to embarra.s.s me by bringing up Hua Zirong at this juncture? If it werent for my agreement with Yun Ruofeng, I wouldnt be tolerating such disrespect! Hua Zirong is too soft to be the monarch of the nation, and placing him under house arrest is only beneficial for Xiliu.

Despite having such thoughts, Li Zikang wasnt a reckless person, and knew that he had to step carefully here, lest he make it sound as if he was planning a coup.

As for Yun Ruofeng, he could only nervously observe as he went over what had just been reported to him during his brief absence.

Lan-er has disappeared, and my plan was foiled yet again. Furthermore, Li Zikang isnt aware that I kidnapped her.

Not only did he have to grapple with Pei Qianhao and Du Ling, Yun Ruofeng also had to keep the truth from Li Zikang in order to ensure that their current partners.h.i.+p continued.

He decided to speak up with a smile on his face. Prince Hao, General Li just wants to make the two of you feel welcome here.

Du Ling smirked. Oh? Make us feel welcome? I wonder where that special area is? How does he plan to make us feel welcome?

Pei Qianhao remained silent as he listened to their conversation.

Li Zikang answered calmly, Western Region King and Prince Hao, you dont seem to enjoy the dishes here at Xiangxiu Inn. How about dropping by my residence?

The generals residence? Im afraid that isnt appropriate. Im the King of the Western Region. Shouldnt I be invited for a state banquet at the palace instead?

Du Ling immediately brought up the topic that he knew Li Zikang wanted to avoid, causing the latters expression to sour for a moment before he collected himself.

Xilius monarch is unwell, which is why Im tasked with welcoming you. Is the Western Region King looking down upon our monarch? Li Zikang asked.

Annoyed as he was, Du Ling couldnt retort without knowing Xilius current situation. He turned to Pei Qianhao for support.

In that case, well stay here. Pei Qianhao said. He already had a plan in mind.

Good men acted honestly, while despicable ones remained in the shadows. It would be a bad idea to get into a disagreement between nations at this juncture anyways.

Du Ling scoffed. Fine then.

Despite Pei Qianhaos cooperation, Yun Ruofeng remained on high alert, aware that the former was not someone to give in.

Li Zikang, however, interpreted it as an act of fear, which led to him being in higher spirits.

Get me

Sanrizui (Three Days Drunk)

and serve it to my guests. He waited until several pots of wine were brought in before speaking again.

Ive heard that the Western Region King can hold his liquor very well.

Sanrizui

is a famous wine of Xilius brewed with wheat and fresh grapes. Ordinary people usually get drunk after just one cup, but I believe the Western Region King wont. Li Zikang taunted Du Ling.

Du Ling looked at him and said, I said I dont drink in three specific situations. Have you forgotten about that already?

Yun Ruofeng stopped Li Zikang from flying into a rage just in time.