of the Empire lies in both civil and military might. Literature governs the world, while martial prowess secures its borders. Neither can be neglected; they are the pillars of the nation.Following th...Chapter 40 Do You Understand the Rules

The young servant saw Li Chen about to speak to the general and instinctively wanted to refuse, but seeing the sinister middle-aged man beside him using his yin-soft eyes to look at him unfavorably, he swallowed the words that had reached his lips and changed his tone: "You just wait, I'll go report it right now."

As soon as the little servant left, Siba coldly snorted: "This servant, just now he actually dared to disobey the Prince's order. If that sentence had come out of his mouth, this master would definitely have him splattered with blood on the spot."

"Since I came out here in my usual clothes without any attendants, I don't intend to put on airs as a prince. If you want to flatter me, you have to be discerning and keep your impulses in check."

Li Chen's indifferent words made San Bao's expression tighten, and he hurriedly bowed and said, "This servant understands."

Moments later, hurried footsteps echoed from inside the gate.

It sounds like there are quite a few people.

The main door creaked open.

This scene made the surrounding commoners look at each other in surprise.

In ancient times, wealthy households would typically enter and exit through side doors. The main gate was only opened for guests of the highest honor as a gesture of respect. However, the main gate of General's Mansion had remained closed for many years.

As the main gate opened, Li Chen saw a burly man with piercing eyes. He gave off an aura of a drawn sword, full of power and majesty. The middle-aged man strode toward them surrounded by a crowd of people.

This middle-aged man came before Li Chen, respectfully raising his hand and bending over in a bow, saying: "My subject..."

"There is no need for formalities. This palace has come incognito, as your nephew to see General Su. There is no need for such elaborate courtesies." Li Chen raised his hand to stop the Su family from bowing, and said.

Su Zhen'ting didn't say much upon hearing this, he shifted sideways and raised his hand to beckon, saying, "Please come in, Your Highness."

Li Chen raised his leg and crossed the threshold of the General's Mansion.

The Three Treasures followed closely behind. Just as he was about to go in, a young man beside Su Zhenting spoke up and rebuked him: “Boldly! This main gate is only for those with the noble status of His Highness. What are you, daring to enter the Great General’s Mansion through the main gate”

Upon hearing this, the Three Treasures' expressions changed drastically.

His face, already pale and effeminate due to his physical imperfections, was now contorted with embarrassment and resentment.

Gritting his teeth, Sān Bǎo said: "This one is from the East Factory..."

"Who cares about the East Factory and West Factory, a eunuch dares to enter my general's mansion through the main gate You must be tired of living! " That young man interrupted San Bao loudly, scolding him.

Sānbǎo only felt as if a bundle of steel needles had been stuffed into his chest, he was so angry that he almost blew up his lungs.

Since Emperor Taishang established the Dongchang, he, as the second factory master, held control of the Dongchang Jinyiwei for nearly a decade. Throughout the court and government, apart from Zhao Xuanji and his core confidants, no civil or military official dared to disrespect him. Every official, upon seeing him, would respectfully address him as "Master."

To be humiliated so publicly by a young man, Sanbao felt his face burning with shame. A surge of hatred welled up within him, wishing he could skin the man alive and tear him limb from limb to satisfy his anger.

"Saba, enter through the side door. The main gate of the General's Mansion is truly not a place you can enter."

At that moment, Li Chen stood with his arms crossed and said nonchalantly.

Although this one sentence didn't speak for the Three Treasures, it also gave them a step down.

"I obey your command."

After bowing respectfully, the three treasures walked past and came in through the side door.

"Your Highness, please come in."

Su Zhenning raised his hand and said politely.

Li Chen stood his ground, however, instead of looking at Su Zhen Ting, he turned to the young man beside him who had spoken earlier.

"Sān Bǎo is a eunuch and a slave. He doesn't qualify to enter the main gate of the General's Mansion, so he can only use the side gate. This is about status and rules."

“But he is also my servant, a person of this palace. You can call him here and send him away as you please. How dare you”

Li Chen's voice wasn't loud, and his tone wasn't heavy. It was light and airy, as if he were saying an unimportant piece of gossip. But when it reached the ears of everyone in General Li's Mansion, it was like a thunderbolt.

The young man's mouth twitched, a flush of angry embarrassment creeping across his face as he stammered, "I just..."

He merely uttered three words, and Li Chen interrupted, "Before the Crown Prince, to speak without honorifics, not addressing oneself respectfully, is at the very least a lack of decorum. At worst, it's an act of disrespect bordering on treason. Could the descendants of the Great General truly be so ignorant of proper etiquette"ll the wool over your eyes.As if on cue, as soon as Li Chen put down his wine cup, he said, "This palace has one more thing."After finishing his words, Li Chen cast a glance at Li Yinhu and said calml...