The quiet room was lit by only a dim candle, casting indistinct shadows.

Upon hearing him say "go to sleep," Su Tiyue obediently crawled into the covers and didn't dare to move at all.

Xiao Heye followed him onto the couch, lay down, and then remained silent.

He was somewhat annoyed, but he didn't say anything.

Xiao Heye did not want her to see him like this.

It turns out she wasn't asleep...

Su Tiyue's appearance just now was probably because she was frightened by herself.

But Xiao Heye didn't know what to say to her. Should he calmly tell Su Tiyue, "Your Majesty, don't be afraid. I only went out of the palace and killed a few people?"

...

It seemed there was no need for so much explanation between them. Su Tiyue had known Xiao Heye for a long time; he had always been that kind of person.

Last time outside the palace, the two encountered danger. Although Su Tiyue's eyes were covered, Xiao Heye still killed someone right in front of her.

She herself said that with Xiao's palm seal present, she naturally had nothing to fear.

Therefore, Su Tiyue will eventually get used to Xiao Heye's killings.

Or rather, she couldn't possibly change the nature of a demon who inherently enjoys killing.

Since Xiao Heye was chosen, these things were unavoidable.

Even if one day Xiao Heye were to kill someone right in front of her, she would be powerless to stop him.

Perhaps, once you get used to these things, you won't be so afraid anymore.

This is why Xiao Heye didn't want to offer any further explanation.

What Xiao Heye didn't know was that Su Tiyue already knew about what Meng Xueji had said about serving the emperor.

Previously, Su Tiyue only knew that Xiao Heye was highly skilled, strategizing and planning, and that everything was within his calculations.

All I know is that Xiao Heye is a very dangerous and deadly being.

Now Su Tiyue knows that she was also part of Xiao Heye's scheme.

Although his actions did not harm Su Tiyue, they actually helped her.

But all of this is terrifying when you think about it more closely.

Su Tiyue worried that one day, Xiao Heye's murderous sword would be pointed at her and the Su family.

I have a thousand words in my heart, but it seems inappropriate to say them now.

...

Su Tiyue lay flat on her back, hesitated for a long time before slowly turning her head to look at the man beside her.

Xiao Heye lay down properly, his hands and feet were also obedient, his eyes were closed, and his face was handsome.

But Su Tiyue knew he definitely wasn't asleep.

Beneath the soft, warm quilt, Su Tiyue slowly groped with her little finger until she touched Xiao Heye's slightly cool hand.

She gently hooked her little finger around his fingertip and touched the back of his hand.

Before she could even reach for Xiao Heye's fingers, his hand suddenly gripped Su Tiyue's wrist and then squeezed her soft fingers.

"What does Your Majesty wish to say?" he asked first.

Xiao Heye understood Su Tiyue's little thoughts better than anyone else; she clearly didn't need to come over tonight.

Even if he comes, she won't have to wait for him until late at night.

When Su Tiyue saw him speak, she moved closer to Xiao Heye and said, "If you are tired or sleepy, you can talk about it tomorrow."

"Your Majesty, if you don't speak out about what's on your mind, how will you sleep tonight?" He spoke, but his eyes remained closed.

His voice was cold and indifferent, and Su Tiyue could only vaguely guess that Xiao Heye seemed to be in a bad mood.

"Hmm...that's true."

Su Tiyue thought for a moment, pursed her lips, and timidly said, "Master, Meng Xueji actually came to see me today, and I roughly know about her situation."

"So?" Xiao Heye was somewhat surprised to hear this person's name come out of Su Tiyue's mouth.

He suddenly opened his eyes, turned his head, and looked at her calmly. "She sent the Empress to plead for her?"

“The matter between you two is an adult matter. But the child is innocent, and Meng Xueji has not refused the position of head of the family; she only said she needs to think about it.”

"Think about it? If she really wants to see her daughter, she should just agree to my suggestion."

"Does the Grand Commandant really intend to make the current Imperial Concubine become someone else's concubine? It seems that nothing like this has ever happened in Northern Liang before..."

"Oh... I understand. Your Highness means you want to get involved in this matter?" He turned over to face Su Tiyue and released the hand under the quilt.

Su Tiyue was afraid he would get angry and didn't want to argue with him, so she said gently, "I didn't say I would get involved. But since I promised to plead for her, even if the Chief Inspector is angry, I will still say what needs to be said."

Xiao Heye asked her, "Are you done talking?"

"Okay. That's all."

“This matter has nothing to do with Your Highness. If Mengxueji comes to Your Highness again, just say that she has already pleaded with me, but was rejected.”

Xiao Heye rubbed his temples and said lazily, "It's getting late, let's go to sleep."

Su Tiyue added softly, "Can't they even meet, mother and daughter?"

“Alright. But has Your Highness considered... whether what you’re saying to me now is crossing the line?” Xiao Heye said, a hint of coldness creeping into his deep eyes.

Xiao Heye knew she was kind-hearted and wanted to help Meng Xueji. He thought that after she asked and he refused, Su Tiyue would give up.

Unexpectedly, she still wouldn't give up.

Xiao Heye reached out and pinched her soft chin. "Your Majesty, didn't we agree that I would protect you and all of you surnamed Su? You just need to stay by my side obediently. Whatever I do, whatever people I kill, you don't need to ask, you don't need to care, and you don't need to interfere."

Su Tiyue nodded and said softly, "But there are always exceptions, aren't there? The seal... just this once, okay? I'm begging you."

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