My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

The next day, early in the morning.

The Marquis of Zhenbei's Residence!

With the help of his maid, Jiang Xiaobai washed and dressed, then ate breakfast leisurely before dusting off his sleeves and walking toward the main hall of the Marquis's mansion.

Along the way, the servants in the mansion bowed to him.

Jiang Xiaobai, on the other hand, remained calm and walked at a steady pace.

As he walked outside the main hall, he saw two generals walking out from inside.

The two men were taken aback when they saw Jiang Xiaobai, then quickly clasped their hands in greeting: "Greetings, Your Highness!"

"Yes, you're welcome!"

Jiang Xiaobai nodded, but looked somewhat puzzled.

Early that morning, his father met with the general.

Although puzzled, Jiang Xiaobai didn't ask any further questions and strode straight into the lobby.

At this moment, Jiang Jingcheng was sitting in the main seat in the hall.

He stood tall and straight, his face was cold and hard, and there was a freshly brewed cup of hot tea beside him. He still had an imposing and dignified appearance.

Seeing Jiang Xiaobai walk in, Jiang Jingcheng raised his eyelids, glanced at him indifferently, and then asked, "What?"

"You brat, what are you doing here instead of going to cockfighting or walking your birds?"

"Father."

Upon hearing that familiar sarcastic tone, Jiang Xiaobai immediately smiled: "I've come to inform you that we have distinguished guests arriving today!"

"Oh? What distinguished guest?"

Inside the main hall, Jiang Jingcheng sat upright, holding a teacup in his hand, his expression relatively calm: "Could it be that Prime Minister Li... will really come today?"

He did remember that Jiang Xiaobai had confidently stated that Li Bingzhang would definitely come to his door within two days.

And today is already the second day.

If Li Bingzhang really comes, then this brat does have some skill!

Facing Jiang Jingcheng's gaze, Jiang Xiaobai simply smiled slightly, then nodded and said, "That's right!"

At this point, Jiang Xiaobai paused, then slowly added, "Besides that, Elder Lin will also be coming."

"Hahaha!"

As soon as Jiang Xiaobai finished speaking, Jiang Jingcheng burst into laughter: "If you had said Li Bingzhang would come, I could have believed you to some extent."

"But Lin Fengshuo is coming too? Do you think Elder Lin is some idle person?"

"Countless people would love to invite him but can't get him to come, and you, on the other hand, just casually say he's coming to our Marquis's residence?"

"Ah, anyway, I've already told you everything."

Hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai wasn't annoyed. He simply shrugged and said, "You'd better prepare something. At least change your outfit if necessary!"

Jiang Jingcheng's attire was rather casual, and he didn't look like someone who should be receiving guests.

"snort"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Jingcheng immediately snorted coldly, his expression full of arrogance: "So what if Prime Minister Li and Elder Lin both come?"

"What haven't I seen? It's just two people I'm meeting, what's there to prepare for!"

"What preparations?"

Just as Jiang Jingcheng finished speaking, a questioning voice came from outside, followed by Shen Yun walking in, her expression somewhat doubtful.

Yes, she heard Jiang Jingcheng's voice from a great distance.

When Jiang Jingcheng saw Shen Yun arrive, he immediately raised his chin and gestured towards Jiang Xiaobai: "Your precious son said that Li Bingzhang would be coming today. Ha, I'll believe that for now."

"And then... he actually said that Elder Lin would also be coming. Isn't that ridiculous?"

However, to Jiang Jingcheng's surprise, Shen Yun's eyes lit up after hearing this, and she immediately turned to look at Jiang Xiaobai: "Really?"

"It's absolutely true!"

Jiang Xiaobai nodded and said, "They will definitely come."

"Hey, what are you waiting for!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yun's face immediately lit up with joy: "I need to hurry up and get ready!"

After saying that, Shen Yun didn't waste any time. She turned around and walked quickly outside. Her movements were very swift, as if she was really afraid of neglecting her guests.

"Truly a woman's virtue!"

Jiang Jingcheng sat there, watching Shen Yun's retreating figure as she walked away: "She's so easily swayed by rumors, she has no sense of composure at all!"

However, no sooner had he finished speaking than another series of hurried footsteps sounded outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, a servant strode in, a distinct look of surprise on his face. Upon entering the hall, he immediately bowed and greeted, "My Lord!"

"Outside... Prime Minister Li is here. Should we let him in?"

This statement came out.

Jiang Jingcheng, who had been sitting there steadily, suddenly changed his expression.

They actually came?

For a moment, Jiang Jingcheng couldn't help but look at Jiang Xiaobai.

Jiang Xiaobai sat there with his smile undiminished, as if all of this was exactly what he had expected.

A moment later, Jiang Jingcheng's gaze, which had initially held a hint of surprise, gradually narrowed.

He then slowly leaned back in his chair, his expression hardening again: "He'll just have to wait!"

"what?"

The servant was clearly taken aback, and his expression froze for a moment.

Prime Minister Li personally went to the door, but... he made them wait?

He wouldn't even dare to think about such a thing.

However, Jiang Jingcheng frowned, his voice suddenly turning several degrees deeper: "What, can't you understand what I'm saying?"

"Your subordinate wouldn't dare!"

The servant was startled and quickly responded, then lowered his head and hurriedly retreated.

Jiang Xiaobai couldn't help but smile when he saw this.

He could naturally tell.

His father clearly intended to return the favor he had suffered the day before.

With these thoughts in mind, Jiang Jingcheng sat there pondering for a moment, finally fixing his gaze on Jiang Xiaobai, and coughed dryly, "The Li family... are they really here to discuss marriage?"

Although Jiang Xiaobai had mentioned it before, he still found it hard to believe when the time came.

After all, Li Bingzhang's daughter was the most talented woman.

He knew better than anyone else what kind of person Li Bingzhang was.

This scoundrel, so arrogant and concerned with appearances, would actually take the initiative to visit a marquis's mansion for the sake of a marriage alliance?

Most importantly, Li Bingzhang, as the prime minister of the dynasty, should have been well aware of his son's purchase of the top scholar title.

Under such circumstances, it was truly unbelievable to him that he would dare to get involved in this mess!

"Yes."

Jiang Xiaobai nodded.

"It's alright to make him wait a while."

Jiang Jingcheng had just opened his mouth when he couldn't help but continue, "But... wouldn't it be inappropriate to wait too long?"

"What if that old man gets angry and just storms off...wouldn't that ruin everything?"

Although he also wanted to vent his anger, this matter was ultimately related to Jiang Xiaobai's livelihood.

If I were to anger Li Bingzhang and make him leave, it would be a great loss.

However, when faced with Jiang Jingcheng's concerns, Jiang Xiaobai simply smiled and shook her head: "No, let him wait."

"Um?"

Jiang Jingcheng was taken aback, his face full of confusion.

At this moment, Jiang Xiaobai's voice rang out again: "Not only do we have to wait, we have to wait a little longer."

As he spoke, Jiang Xiaobai's eyes flashed slightly as he said, "At least... one hour!!"