Beauty and the Bodyguard

Chapter 11176: Chapter 11175: The Battle of the Three Kingdoms!

Of course, this was just a thought.

Right now, he was still the focus of attention of all parties. With the help of the Duke Protector’s Mansion, he could make some moves, but no one would make any substantial moves.

If they really made a big move, or if they personally stood up, the reactions of the various forces would not be as mocking as they were now.

With Lin Yi’s strength, he couldn’t take the storm and could only keep a low profile for now.

” What if we can’t get the right to rebuild the rules?” Ning Yuqi asked weakly after thinking for a moment.

Right now, almost all of the wealth of the Duke Protector’s Estate had been exchanged for the Law Secret Realm.

Once it fell into her hands, she could not imagine the scene.

“You don’t have confidence in me?” Lin Yi asked faintly.

“Uh, yes.”

Ning Yuqi seemed to have thought of something, and her face turned red.

“Do as I say. Don’t worry about anything else. I won’t let you suffer.”

Ning Yuqi was stunned for a moment and subconsciously blurted out,”Isn’t the Duke Protector’s Mansion yours now?”

She thought that the moment Zhangsun Sheng and his brothers fell, the entire residence was already in Lin Yi’s hands.

As for her, the wife of the High Duke, she was at most a puppet on the surface.

After all, she was a chess piece that Guan Zhengxuan had assigned to Lin Yi. Her life and death were in Lin Yi’s hands, and there was no room for resistance.

At least she had this self-awareness.

“The House is useful to me now, but it’s just a tool. I’m not stupid enough to take something from a woman like you.” Lin Yi raised an eyebrow.

“Are you serious?” Ning Yuqi was delighted as he carefully looked at Lin Yi’s face.

“Do your job,” Lin Yi said faintly.

Ning Yuqi was immediately overjoyed.

“Madam, Mister Lin, the Chief Secretary of the Han Imperial Residence has come to visit.” The Head Butler reported.

He looked at Lin Yi as he spoke.

Although Grand Secretary Han was only the second most important person in the Han Imperial Residence, he was an important figure in the Duke Protector’s Residence.

In the past, even when Zhangsun Sheng was around, he could not invite such a heavyweight.

It was obvious who Guardian Han was targeting.

Lin Yi frowned.

During the previous rule selection, he did not directly agree to King Han’s request. King Han was clearly somewhat dissatisfied.

Currently, it was beneficial for Lin Yi to maintain his relationship with King Han’s mansion. However, this didn’t mean that he had to bow down to them.

At the end of the day, cooperation was possible, and Lin Yi was willing to show his goodwill due to their previous interactions.

However, this kind of goodwill was built on the basis of equality between the two parties. It was not a kind of humble flattery or begging.

If King Han continued to ignore Lin Yi’s wishes and force him to cooperate with King Han’s Mansion, then this cooperation would have to end here.

Lin Yi wanted to wait until the law calamity was over before going to King Han’s mansion.

After all, when his prediction came true, some words would probably be more convincing.

He hadn’t expected Guardian Han to come looking for him.

Lin Yi quickly walked out.

” Mister Lin, you are indeed a master. Your first move is extraordinary.”  Minister Han smiled and cupped his hands.

“What do you mean?” Lin Yi blinked.

Han Changshi looked around him meaningfully.” In the eyes of many people, the status of the Duke Protector’s Mansion is limited. But in my humble opinion, Mister Lin choosing to place a piece on it is indeed a wise move.”

I don’t know what the chief historian is talking about.”

The two of them looked at each other and laughed.

Ning Yuqi personally came over to serve tea and exchanged a few pleasantries before leaving with the servants.

Only the two of them were left in the living room.

” I’ll be honest with you, Mr. Lin,” Han Zhangshi sighed.” I’m here to mend our relationship.”

“You’re being too serious, Chief.” Lin Yi’s heart skipped a beat.

” The King has already told me about the selection of rules,” said Minister Han sincerely.” You can’t blame Mister Lin for this. My King was too hasty.”

Lin Yi couldn’t help but look up at him.

No matter what his considerations were, it was rare for the other party, as the second-in-command of the Han Imperial Residence, to be able to put on such an attitude.

Lin Yi cupped his hands,” Actually, it’s my fault for not explaining things clearly to King Han. At that time, there was really no chance to be honest with him. Some things can’t be explained in one or two sentences. I was planning to visit him after the law calamity was over, but I didn’t expect the chief to come first.”

“It is my Imperial Residence’s honor that Mister Lin can think this way! If I may be so presumptuous, I would like to represent the Han Imperial Residence to state that the Han Imperial Residence will always be proud to have a friend like Mister Lin!”

“Likewise, I’m proud to have you as my friend.” Lin Yi smiled.

Guardian Han understood the meaning behind his words. His smile was gratified, but it also contained a hint of bitterness.

“I don’t think it’s King Han’s idea for the chief to come here, right?” Lin Yi asked.

” Please don’t misunderstand, Mister Lin,” Han Changshi said with a bitter smile.” Although I acted on my own this time, my king has indeed regretted it.”

Lin Yi didn’t reply.

Han Wang’s regret wasn’t fake, but it wasn’t because he blamed Lin Yi, it was because he regretted giving up Jinghai.

” After the great calamity of the laws, there will be a wave of reconstruction of the laws,” said Minister Han.” This is an excellent opportunity. My Imperial Residence of Han is willing to share it with Mister Lin.”

It was Lin Yi’s turn to be surprised.

The Han Imperial Residence was actually willing to share such a monopolized opportunity like the reestablishment of rules?

“Pardon me for asking, but is this King Han’s idea or the chief historian’s?” Lin Yi asked seriously.

“It’s the will of our Imperial Residence of Han,” replied Minister Han sincerely.

“Understood.” Lin Yi understood immediately.

It was obvious that the King of Han had yet to change his mind. However, with Minister Han’s status and influence, it was not boasting to say this.

Han Wang wasn’t a fool, after all. Even if he still had some resentment towards Lin Yi, he would still be able to accept the reality in the face of external pressure and Changshi Han’s persuasion.

It couldn’t be helped. Prince Qin’s Mansion had been eyeing them covetously.

If not for this great calamity of laws, the entire Han Imperial Residence would have been in deep trouble by now. They would not have had the chance to sit here and plan.

Minister Han added,” Mister Lin will always be the most valued friend of my Imperial Residence. We are willing to work with you on equal terms for the reconstruction of the rules. If Mister Lin has any other needs, please let me know. I will do my best to cooperate.”