Chapter 389 The Holy Son of Miao Territory Was Bewitched by the Villainous Cult Leader (27 chapters)

"Just as you would suspect his background and investigate him, as the leader of the Sun-Slaying Cult, I would naturally be more concerned about whether he is a spy sent by other sects."

Finally, Bai Yue'er chuckled and said somewhat sarcastically, "Sect Leader, I didn't expect you to be so reliable~"

"This leader is always reliable. Since you asked, I suppose you already know that Jiang Chi is Ji Changyun's younger brother, the Crown Prince Ji Jingchi who has been missing for two years."

Bai Yue'er gave a soft "hmm".

"He seemed to have already guessed that I would send someone to follow him, so he never intended to hide his identity."

"Moreover, you, the leader, let him go so easily, you must have made some kind of deal with him."

Gu Shixian did not deny this.

"Indeed, the enemy of my enemy is my friend. I helped him secure his throne, and he spared the lives of Consort De and the dog emperor. Isn't that a good deal?"

Actually, there's one thing he hasn't mentioned yet.

At that time, Ji Jingchi even asked him for someone, saying that he was missing an empress, so he asked him to help him find one.

The choice for Empress was none other than Bai Yue'er.

He wasn't the kind of person to betray his subordinates. All he promised Ji Jingchi was to keep an eye on Bai Yue'er's male lovers while he was away.

Ji Jingchi was afraid that once he left, his male favorites would try every means to win Bai Yue'er's favor.

He even specifically asked him to find ways to arrange some busy but easy tasks for Bai Yue'er.

So he continued to have Bai Yue'er approach Ji Changyun under the guise of the youngest daughter of the Bai family, and monitor his every move.

"Hehe, that does sound like something you, Master, would do. So, you're not worried at all about having a prince by your side as your subordinate."

Gu Shixian gave her a disdainful look. "I'm worried about you? What do you have to worry about?"

"Wasn't it you who took her in because of her looks? Wasn't it you who flirted with her all day? Wasn't it you who treated her like a dog? You've been eating so well, you brat, what can I say?"

Bai Yue'er: "..."

Bai Yue'er was stumped; for a moment, she couldn't think of anything to refute him.

Because everything Gu Shixian said was true.

She has been enjoying it for the past two years.

After all, Ji Jingchi is truly handsome and genuinely gentle, though the word "gentle" only applies to him before he regained his memories.

When Bai Yue'er faced Ji Jingchi now, she felt a chill run down her spine.

They're also acting crazy, just like their cult leader.

"See? You're already feeling guilty, and you know he likes you."

"He doesn't like me; what he's showing is just an act."

"Even if it's an illusion, don't you seem to like him quite a bit?" Gu Shixian asked, puzzled. "Otherwise, why would you like him the most out of so many people?"

Bai Yue'er took a deep breath and tried to defend herself, "So what? He's the best-looking and the most interesting person. Isn't it only right that I dote on him a little more? Besides, his affection is always for a purpose. Men are all big pigs, not a single one of them is good!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Bai Yue'er keenly noticed that Gu Shixian's expression changed again and again. "Your words are a bit too one-sided. Not all people are like your father. For example, Sheng Sheng is a good person."

Bai Yue'er: I reasonably suspect you're showing off to me, and secretly flaunting your relationship.

"Heh, are you sure you really want to brag to me about having a wife at this time? Lord Cult Leader, don't forget that I remember all the embarrassing things you did when you were a child. How about I have a heart-to-heart talk with your wife sometime?"

The two could be described as childhood sweethearts, having grown up together since they were little. She knew everything Gu Shixian had done, including, but not limited to, climbing trees to steal bird eggs and getting chased by birds who then defecated on her head.

Gu Shixian's expression changed drastically.

He admitted that he felt threatened.

"Bai Yue'er, I'm warning you, stay away from my Sheng Sheng!"

"Sure, as long as you stop hanging around in front of me and showing off your love all the time, I can be a quiet, mute bride."

Gu Shixian snorted coldly and nodded reluctantly.

What she was really thinking was: You? A quiet, mute bride? I bet you can't be quiet at all.

"Then, Master, please gracefully move out of my sight."

Gu Shixian endured it all, then turned and left.

Before leaving, he didn't forget to say, "Tomorrow, Sheng Sheng and I will go down the mountain to the capital. You will come with us. You still need to keep an eye on Ji Changyun. This is official business!"

Bai Yue'er rolled her eyes at his retreating figure.

Does she look like the kind of person who can't distinguish right from wrong and makes trouble unreasonably?

But this task is really awful.

How did she end up being tricked into doing this task by Gu Shixian?

As a result, she still has to accompany that crazy man Ji Changyun and play the role of a pitiful and weak young lady from a noble family.

Most importantly, she was going to the capital.

She had been to the capital before, but back then she would only stay by the side of Ji Changyun, the eccentric young master of the Bai family, playing the pitiful little girl. But now, everything has changed.

The male concubine she had been keeping for two years was the long-lost Crown Prince, and Ji Jingchi had already set off back to the capital. If she continued this mission, she would inevitably have contact with Ji Jingchi.

Good heavens! If the people in the palace found out that the current crown prince has been kept as a male concubine for two years, they'd skin her alive!

She practically offered herself up!

Now, Bai Yue'er only hopes that Ji Jingchi will spare her life out of consideration for their past relationship.

888: Don't worry, Ji Jingchi is thinking of making you his empress. He likes you so much, how could he bear to kill you? Relax.

Bai Yue'er sadly returned to her room to pack her things, but unexpectedly found a white jade magnolia hairpin in her dressing box.

She vaguely remembered that this hairpin seemed to have been made by Ji Jingchi himself on her birthday last year, but she had never worn it before.

Bai Yue'er sighed and casually inserted the hairpin into her hair. The white dress paired with the white magnolia hairpin made her look extremely gentle.

Of course, this is only superficial gentleness.

As an elder of the Sun-Sending Cult, she was no less ruthless than Gu Shixian and Mu Qingfeng.

Bai Yue'er was very satisfied with this hairpin.

I should have worn it earlier; this hairpin makes her look even more like a pure and flawless white lotus.

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When Gu Shixian returned to his room, he found Yu Sheng leaning against the door, seemingly waiting for him.

"Sheng Sheng, why don't you come inside?"

"Of course I'm waiting for you!"

"Actually... I'll be back soon, so there's no need to wait for me."

"Gu Shixian, I heard that you and Elder Bai are childhood sweethearts and grew up together?"

Gu Shixian's heart jumped into his throat.