Villain: After I died, all the heroines cried themselves to sleep.

Facing his future wife, Luo Zheng had absolutely no intention of reminiscing with her.

Run was chosen on the spot.

After all, the term "wife" is easy to use.

In her predetermined fate, Wang Shu was actually one of the assassins who attempted to kill Liang Wang Zheng.

Unfortunately, the assassination attempt failed, and under the coercion of Liang Wangzheng, he had no choice but to submit to him.

The various humiliations she suffered in the harem of Liang Wang Zheng...

Please refer to the list of banned books for details.

So Luo Zheng didn't even think twice, grabbed a mask from a street vendor, put it on, and blended into the crowd of passersby.

They played hide-and-seek with Wangshu.

"That doesn't make sense. What would Wang Shu, a man from Wei, be doing in the capital of Zheng?"

Luo Zheng was puzzled, but his movements remained completely unhindered.

He could sense that Wang Shu was searching behind him, and had no intention of letting him go.

Fortunately, Wang Shu was proud and aloof, and disdained to seek help.

Otherwise, just shout something.

The crowd erupted in uproar, leaving Luo Zheng nowhere to hide.

But now that curfew is approaching, everyone is heading back to their homes.

It was only a matter of time before Luo Zheng was discovered.

Suddenly, a luxury car drove by on the street, blocking Wang Shu's view.

Then Luo Zheng had a sudden inspiration.

In a fleeting moment, he darted into the carriage.

Before the people in the carriage could react, Luo Zheng had already placed his sword against the other person's neck, while simultaneously pointing a finger to signal the other person to be quiet.

"..."

The people in the carriage did not speak, nor were they frightened.

She just blinked her eyes, curiously looking at Luo Zheng with a strange look in her eyes.

Luo Zheng stared at him blankly.

Looking into those bright eyes, the more I looked, the more familiar they seemed.

"It's surprising to see you here..."

The person in the carriage raised the corners of their mouth and said sarcastically.

"King Zheng of Liang"

Upon hearing this, Luo Zheng lowered his voice to clarify.

"You've mistaken me for someone else. I am not Liang Wang Zheng."

"Stop pretending, you are."

"I am not."

"You are it."

"You say it is, but it really is you..."

Luo Zheng sighed and looked at the woman in front of him.

The woman was dressed in an elegant long dress, her hair was lightly tied up, revealing a beautiful and refined face. Beneath her painted eyebrows and eyes, her gaze was lively and gentle, and her thin lips smiled sweetly.

"It's been eleven years since we last met, Linglong."

Luo Zheng said leisurely.

That's right.

The woman was none other than Linglong, Luo Zheng's childhood friend.

After many years, the once delicate young girl has blossomed into a rare beauty.

Linglong nodded, not denying her identity.

"You always appear so suddenly when we meet. It seems you're avoiding someone?"

She glanced at Luo Zheng with a flippant look.

"You don't want them to find you here, do you?"

"...You really haven't changed at all."

Luo Zheng's lips twitched slightly.

Linglong herself couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle softly.

……

Luo Zheng rode in Linglong's carriage all the way to Linglong's home.

Linglong dismissed the servants and led Luo Zheng into the study in the attic.

"You can stay here tonight, and I'll take you out of town tomorrow."

Linglong skillfully sat down by the window in the attic.

Luo Zheng scanned the room and could tell from the exquisite and tidy furnishings that this was where Linglong often stayed.

It bears some resemblance to the quiet room of the Jinyang Academy back then.

"Speaking of which, a few years ago I sent someone to Jinyang Academy to inquire about your whereabouts. The teacher said that after I left, you left with a young man."

"You actually contacted me?"

Linglong was slightly surprised, then smiled and explained.

"I was originally from the state of Zheng. I went there to study because the Jinyang Academy was famous throughout the three Jin states. Later, my elder brother brought me back to Xinzheng."

"So he's your older brother."

"Otherwise what?"

"It's nothing..."

Luo Zheng shrugged and casually sat down opposite Linglong.

Having lived in this world for so many years, only in front of Linglong could he relax and not need to pretend.

Linglong gave Luo Zheng a deep look and poured him a cup of tea.

"Now that the Liang Kingdom is at war with the Three Jin States, you, as the King of Liang, have come to Xinzheng alone. What are you thinking?"

"After all, there are some things that I have to do myself."

Luo Zheng answered casually.

This is certainly not something a normal monarch would do.

But including his visit to Xinzheng, he did it all to ensure that his future harem members would not encounter any unexpected incidents.

For example, Song Wan, who was caught up in the conflict between the Ten Kingdoms.

Another example is Qi Jiang, who was unable to be sent to Guanzhong due to the war.

as well as……

"You're not planning to go to the State of Song, are you?"

Linglong said meaningfully.

She seemed to have seen through Luo Zheng's purpose in coming here.

"I know that the Lord of Anling of Tang is persuading the various states to form an alliance, and it's not just him; there are many strategists working in secret as well."

"The State of Liang has done a favor for the State of Song, but the States of Chen and Wu are already preparing to march north, and the State of Qi is watching coldly. It is hard to say which side the State of Song will side with."

"King Zheng was very afraid of the Liang Kingdom, and only because a close minister persuaded him did he decide to fight the Liang Kingdom to the death."

"Are you really okay with betraying state secrets like this?"

Luo Zheng looked surprised.

Not only did they take in this King of Liang, but they also revealed information about the alliance and exposed the King of Zheng's secrets.

"The ruler of Xue in Qi was famous throughout the land, yet he still attracted the attack of five states on Qi. Moreover, the King of Zheng is incompetent and foolish, allowing treacherous ministers to manipulate and control him, causing the people to live in misery. I am merely speaking the truth; how could I be accused of betrayal?"

Linglong pouted, her words showing considerable disrespect towards King Zheng.

However, as Luo Zheng observed along the way, he found that the people of Zheng were impoverished, with many dying of poverty and starvation, even worse off than the regions occupied by the Liang Kingdom.

Although it wasn't great, and we were treated like cattle every day, at least we were able to eat our fill and stay warm.

But then Linglong suddenly stared intently at Luo Zheng.

"As for you, you used to talk to me all the time about the Great Harmony of the World. Now that you've become the King of Liang, I'd like to see how your Great Harmony society is doing in Liang."

"...Don't be in such a hurry. A utopian society isn't that easy to achieve."

Luo Zheng felt ashamed.

He's just bragging when he's bored. What utopian society?

With Linglong's exceptional intelligence, she would surely see through the capitalist nature of Liang Kingdom once she arrived.

The people of Liang seem to be getting richer every day, but this is actually a benefit brought about by the development of productivity.

The lion's share was also seized by Luo Zheng through exorbitant taxes and levies.

They were incredibly diligent in taking advantage of loopholes.

"I'm going to see it sooner or later anyway, right?"

Linglong looked down on Luo Zheng.

"Maybe..."

Luo Zheng guiltily looked away.

……

The rooster crows at dawn, and the red sun rises in the east.

Luo Zheng hid in the exquisite carriage and left from the east gate of Xinzheng at a leisurely pace.

On the East Gate tower, the fairy Wangshu, dressed in white, was still searching for the suspicious person she had unexpectedly discovered.

She helped them out of a moment of weakness, which has led to the current war and the suffering of countless lives.

Now I'd like to catch that little thief.

It is not for killing or punishing the wicked, but for teaching and admonishing, and persuading them to turn back from their wrong path.

To make up for his mistakes.

To restore peace to the world.

Soon, she saw a luxury carriage leaving the city.

She had seen the car yesterday, but before she knew it, she had lost sight of the thief.

Once she confirmed that the luxurious carriage belonged to the prestigious Shiqing family, she had few more doubts.

Until the luxury car disappeared from sight.

"We're out of the city now, so it should be safe. Go find a place to get off."

Inside the carriage, Linglong spoke to Luo Zheng beside her.

Thanks...

Luo Zheng nodded and got up to leave.

Before leaving, he paused for a moment, but in the end he couldn't help but turn back to look at Linglong.

"Why did you help me to this extent? Everyone in the world says that I caused the death of your father at the Mianchi Meeting."

"Back in the academy, the teachers and students all said you were obedient, weak, and harmless."

Linglong blinked, then asked Luo Zheng in return.

"So, did you do it?"

"……no."

"That's right, I also believe it wasn't you."

Linglong raised her eyes and stared at Luo Zheng, her bright eyes and white teeth revealing a sly smile.

"Now we're accomplices."

"With standardized cart tracks, a unified written language, and consistent ethical principles, the world will be unified."

"I look forward to that day, and you must keep your word."

"Okay, I'll try my best..."

Luo Zheng smiled and waved to Linglong.

"Linglong, see you next time."

"Next time we meet, I won't be Linglong anymore."

Linglong winked playfully and waved, mimicking Luo Zheng.

The two looked at each other and smiled.

That's all.

Luo Zheng then disappeared from the carriage.