I traveled back to the Qin Dynasty, and the First Emperor begged me to become his empress.

Chapter 277 Princess, do you also agree with the establishment of a crown prince?

Based solely on the literacy he had acquired during his acquaintance with Liu Youqian, Wang Laowu always felt fundamentally different from the other children in the village. In his view, he was at least a person with some cultural refinement, and therefore, he cared deeply about the future of the Qin Dynasty every day. Moreover, Wang Laowu showed a high degree of interest in all kinds of news from the Qin court, whether true or hearsay.

He secretly resolved that, as a cultured person, he should do his part and make a contribution to the country. Although he was physically weak and unable to fight on the battlefield, Wang Laowu firmly believed that with his special status as a "cultured person," he could serve the Qin Dynasty in another way.

Wang Laowu never expected that just because he had argued with someone for a few words at the Da Qin First Restaurant today, he would be "politely" invited to the third floor of the restaurant!

You must understand, the First Restaurant of Qin is no ordinary place. It's the largest and most renowned restaurant in the entire city of Xianyang! Not only is its architecture magnificent, but its interior is also incredibly luxurious. Every day, countless high-ranking officials, wealthy merchants, and magnates gather here to drink, make merry, and discuss important matters. Those who can afford to dine at the First Restaurant of Qin are invariably wealthy, powerful, and of high status. Wang Laowu, on the other hand, is just an ordinary commoner who would never have the opportunity to frequent such a high-class establishment.

For the past month, Wang Laowu had been working tirelessly, doing all sorts of heavy manual labor, and had barely managed to save up a meager income. Clutching this hard-earned money, he finally made up his mind to come to the First Restaurant of Qin.

Upon entering the restaurant, the penniless Wang Laowu timidly went downstairs and ordered a few relatively inexpensive dishes, along with a pot of affordable drinks. As he sat alone in a corner, quietly eating and drinking, several familiar figures suddenly appeared before him. They were all acquaintances he'd dealt with before. After exchanging a few pleasantries, the conversation somehow drifted off-topic, eventually leading to a disagreement about whether a king should appoint a crown prince.

However, to Wang Laowu's utter surprise, not long after this minor disagreement, he was inexplicably invited to the third floor of the restaurant! Faced with this sudden situation, Wang Laowu felt an indescribable sense of fear and unease: what reason could there be for someone as insignificant as him to be qualified to ascend to the previously unreachable third floor? Could it be that the previous argument had caused some serious trouble? Various ominous thoughts flashed through his mind, making him restless.

Knowing that even the second floor of the First Pavilion in the Great Qin Dynasty was reserved for "VIPs," one wondered what kind of extraordinary individuals would reside on the third floor. Just thinking about it made Wang Laowu's heart tremble with fear, and he dared not delve any deeper into the matter. He gripped the railing tightly, his steps faltering as he finally reached the third floor. The moment he looked down, Wang Laowu felt a wave of dizziness wash over him, and his legs nearly gave way. Fortunately, a quick-thinking guard beside him reached out and supported him, allowing Wang Laowu to regain his composure. And so, led by the guard, Wang Laowu staggered into a room.

Stepping into the house, Wang Laowu's eyes widened, as if he had entered a dreamlike world. The room was filled with all sorts of unusual furniture he had never seen before, each piece exuding an air of exquisite luxury. The soft sofas and intricately carved tables and chairs offered unparalleled comfort and ease. The entire room was bathed in a soft pink hue, creating a warm and romantic atmosphere that instantly made this usually carefree and rough-around-the-edges man feel completely at a loss.

In the very center of the room sat a woman dressed in light blue. She looked very young, her petite figure making her appear even more delicate. Wang Laowu didn't even dare to look directly at her charming face, secretly wondering about her identity. In his panic, he didn't have time to think further and hurriedly knelt down, bowing his head and asking in a trembling voice, "Honorable sir... what... what do you want with me?"

Just then, a clear and melodious laugh rang out. Ying Wuyou turned around at the sound, her gaze falling on Wang Laowu kneeling on the ground. A gentle smile played on her lips as she softly said, "Don't be afraid, I am Princess Jiayang, Ying Wuyou. Please rise!"

Upon hearing the other person's words, Wang Laowu was completely stunned! His mouth gaped open, as if it could fit an egg. He had long heard of Princess Jiayang, Ying Wuyou's, many glorious deeds! The cement road, smooth as a mirror, made travel incredibly convenient; the magical heated kang bed brought endless warmth in the cold winter; not to mention the advanced curved plow, which greatly improved the efficiency of farming.

However, this was the first time in Wang Laowu's life that he had seen Princess Jiayang in person. Before this, he had countless ideas and guesses about Princess Jiayang's appearance. In his imagination, Princess Jiayang must be a heroic and majestic figure. She might be dressed in men's clothing, exuding a powerful aura of authority with every move, and she would certainly be tall and upright.

But the Ying Wuyou sitting before him now completely overturned all his expectations. The princess was petite and delicate, with a round, adorable face as red as a ripe apple, and large, clear, captivating eyes—she looked exactly like a well-behaved and gentle little sister! Wang Laowu stared wide-eyed, blinking hard several times, trying to confirm if he was seeing things, but no matter what, he couldn't connect this petite and lovely girl with the legendary Princess Jiayang.

While Wang Laowu was still reeling from the shock, Ying Wuyou spoke again. She said softly, "I overheard your heated debate downstairs earlier, and I think you did an excellent job with the points and opinions discussed!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Laowu was once again stunned. He stammered, "Princess...you...you also agree...to establish a crown prince?" He was so nervous and excited that he even began to stutter.