Li Zongming shrugged. "After all, I'm still a superior king. I might not be stronger than your husband, but I still have authority over the Zongming world. As long as he doesn't specially shield himself, there's nothing in the palace that can hide from my senses."

Li Qianlin asked, "Why can't I accompany Zhang Lie back? Weren't you in favor of it beforehand?"

Li Zongming shook his head. "Daughter, the circumstances have changed."

Zhang Lie remained silent, causing Li Qianlin to understand that there was something unusual happening.

"Did something happen?"

Li Zongming took two steps forward and rubbed Li Qianlin's head. "Yes, but it's nothing major. Zhang Lie and I will take care of it, so you don't have to worry."

Li Qianlin tossed...