Beauty and the Bodyguard

Of course, this is just a thought.

At the moment, he is still the focus of attention from all parties. Using the cover of the Protector's Office to make some moves, all parties will not take any substantive action.

If the action is too big, or if I personally take the initiative, the reaction of all the forces will not just be a few words of ridicule like now.

Given Lin Yi's own strength, he can't withstand the storm at the moment, so he can only keep a low profile for the time being.

After thinking for a moment, Ning Yuqi said weakly: "What if we are not qualified to rebuild the rules by then?"

 Now almost all the property of the Protector's Mansion has been replaced by the Secret Realm of Rules.

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

Lin Yi glanced at her lightly: "You have no confidence in me?"

 “Uh, yes.”

Ning Yuqi didn't know what he thought of, and his face turned red for no reason.

Lin Yi looked puzzled and said: "Do as I say, and don't worry about other things. I won't let your Duke Protector's Palace suffer."

Ning Yuqi was stunned for a moment, then subconsciously blurted out: "Isn't the Duke Protector's Mansion yours now?"

At the moment she wanted to come, from the moment the three brothers of the Chang Sun Sheng fell one after another, the entire Guardian government was already Lin Yi's palm.

As for her, the princess of the country, she is just a puppet on the surface at best.

 After all, she is now the chess piece allocated by Guan Zhengxuan to Lin Yi. Life and death are all determined by Lin Yi's thoughts, leaving no room for resistance.

 She still has this basic consciousness.

Lin Yi raised his eyebrows: "The Protector's Palace is useful to me now, but it is just a tool. I am not so incompetent as to rob you of a woman's things."

Ning Yuqi suddenly felt happy and carefully looked at Lin Yi's face: "Are you serious?"

Lin Yi said lightly: "Do your duty well."

Ning Yuqi was immediately elated: "Okay!"

At this time, the chief steward came to report: "Madam, Mr. Lin, the Chief of the Han Palace is here to visit."

 While speaking, he looked at Lin Yi.

Although Han Changshi was only the second-in-command in the Han Palace, he was already a very powerful figure in the Duke Protector's Palace.

 In the past, even when Chang Sun Sheng was here, he could not invite such a heavyweight at all.

It is obvious who Han Changshi came for.

Lin Yi frowned slightly.

　　During the last rule selection, King Han was obviously dissatisfied because he did not directly agree to King Han’s request.

At present, it is obviously beneficial for Lin Yi to maintain this relationship with Prince Han's Mansion, but this does not mean that Lin Yi has to kowtow to him.

 In the final analysis, cooperation is possible. In view of previous contacts and exchanges, Lin Yi is also willing to release goodwill.

 But this kind of goodwill is based on the equality of both parties and is not a humble flattery and begging.

If King Han continues to ignore Lin Yi's wishes and force him to cooperate with the actions of Prince Han's Mansion as he did last time, then this cooperation may only end here.

Lin Yi originally wanted to wait until the rule catastrophe was settled before going to Prince Han's Mansion.

 After all, when his prediction comes true, some of his words will surely be more convincing.

　　Unexpectedly, Han Changshi came to him on his own initiative. Lin Yi immediately stepped out to greet him.

As soon as they met, Han Changshi smiled and cupped his hands and said: "Mr. Lin is indeed an expert, and he is extraordinary when he makes a move."

Lin Yi blinked: "What do you mean by Chang Shi's words?"

Han Changshi looked around meaningfully: "The Protector's Palace has limited weight in the eyes of many people, but in my humble opinion, Mr. Lin's choice to invest in it is indeed a wise move."

 “I don’t know what Chang Shi is talking about.”

 The two looked at each other and laughed.

Ning Yuqi came over personally to serve tea, exchanged a few words with him, and then left with his servants.

 Only Lin Yi and two people were left in the living room.

Han Changshi sighed faintly: "To be honest, Mr. Lin, I came here to repair our relationship."

Lin Yi's heart moved: "The words of the long history are serious."

Han Changshi said sincerely: "Your Majesty has already told me about the selection rules. Mr. Lin is really not to blame for this matter. My Majesty was too hasty."

Lin Yi couldn't help but look at the other person.

 No matter what the considerations are, as the second-in-command in the Han Palace, it is rare for the other party to assume such a posture.

Lin Yi cupped his hands and said: "Actually, it's my fault that I didn't explain it clearly to King Han. At that time, there was really no chance to express my true feelings. Some things couldn't be explained clearly in a sentence or two. I originally wanted to wait until the catastrophe of the rules was finalized. I came to visit you again, but I didn’t expect Chang Shi to come first.”

Han Changshi was overjoyed when he heard this: "It is really an honor for our Prince Han's Palace that Mr. Lin can think so! I would like to express my opinion on behalf of Prince Han's Palace. Prince Han's Palace will always be proud to have a friend like Mr. Lin!"

Lin Yi smiled and said: "We are mutually exclusive, and I am proud to have you as my friend for a long time."

Han Changshi heard the implication and smiled happily, but also couldn't help but feel a little bitter.

Lin Yi said directly: "Chang Shi's coming this time shouldn't be the intention of King Han, right?"

Han Changshi smiled bitterly and said: "Mr. Lin, don't get me wrong. Although I made my own decision this time, my king does regret it."

Lin Yi did not answer the call.

The regret of King Han may not necessarily be false, but I am afraid that what he regrets is not blaming Lin Yi at the time, but regret that he should not have given up the Jinghai enclave.

Upon seeing this, Han Changshi said: "After the catastrophe of the rules, there will be a wave of rule reconstruction. This is an excellent opportunity, and our Han Palace is willing to share it with Mr. Lin."

As soon as these words came out, it was Lin Yi's turn to be surprised.

 The Han Palace is actually willing to share the opportunity to rebuild this kind of monopoly level according to the rules?

Lin Yi asked seriously: "Excuse me for asking, is this the intention of King Han or the intention of Chang Shi?"

Han Changshi said sincerely: "This is the intention of our Prince Han's Palace."

Lin Yi understood immediately: "I understand."

Obviously, King Han has still not turned around, but with Han Changshi's status and influence, saying this is really not a boast.

After all, King Han is not a fool. Even though he still has resentment towards Lin Yi, in the face of real external pressure and Han Changshi's persuasion, there is a high probability that he will eventually recognize the reality.

 There is no other way, the Prince of Qin’s Palace has always been watching.

If it weren't for this rule catastrophe, the entire Prince Han's Mansion would have been in dire straits at this moment, and there would be no chance to sit here and make plans.

Han Changshi added: "Mr. Lin will always be my most valued friend in the Han Palace. We are willing to cooperate with you on an equal footing to achieve a win-win situation in this rule reconstruction. If Mr. Lin needs anything else, we will do our best to help." Tell me, I will try my best to cooperate."