Chapter 832 A Perfect Opportunity for a Counterattack

Nothing happened during Xiao Qingyuan's first night away from home.

“Young Madam, there wasn’t even any ghost in the Liu family’s villa this time. When Liu Nanshi stayed there before, it was haunted for several nights, which scared Liu Nanshi to death.”

As Qin Xin spoke, she found it strange: "Why did the ghosts suddenly stop? Could it be that Chu Yanluo doesn't plan to kill the prince anymore? Or has she softened and decided to let the prince go? After all, the prince really loved her wholeheartedly back then, and was willing to fight against everything for her."

Shen Wantang shook her head: "The word 'soft-hearted' should not be used to describe Chu Yanluo. Moreover, since Xiao Qingyuan was listed first in her blood letter, it shows how much she hates him. Her murderous intent will not disappear so easily."

Chu Yanluo was killed by Xiao Qingyuan in her previous life, how could she not seek revenge?

"So the Prince's mansion is heavily guarded, and Chu Yanluo couldn't find an opportunity to enter the villa and kill the Crown Prince?"

"Did the Prince's Mansion send many people to protect Xiao Qingyuan?"

"There are so many! The young master even complained that there were too many people protecting him, leaving Chu Yanluo no loophole to exploit, so he couldn't lure her over and kept chasing people away!"

Qin Xin said in a clear voice, "However, those guards don't listen to the young master. The prince and princess have given a death order: if the young master is even slightly injured, all the guards will be executed! So, no one dares to slack off, and they all do their best to protect the young master!"

"Oh, right, not only are the guards of the Prince's mansion protecting the heir, but the Ministry of Justice and the Court of Judicial Review have also sent people to keep an eye on him from the outside!"

Shen Wantang sighed, "The Ministry of Justice and the Court of Judicial Review went too. They know how to seize opportunities. Xiao Qingyuan is such a good bait. If they still can't catch the murderer this time, they won't be able to explain it to the people and the Emperor."

Qin Xin nodded repeatedly: "That's right. The rumors outside are really scary. They say that Chu Yanluo has turned into a vengeful ghost and is causing havoc in the human world. They also say that she has a great injustice, which is why she is stuck in the mortal world and is reluctant to reincarnate. Many timid people are afraid to go out."

"Chu Yanluo probably wouldn't kill ordinary people; she doesn't have that much energy. Those people's worries are unnecessary. The person Chu Yanluo most wants to kill is Xiao Qingyuan. Unfortunately, Xiao Qingyuan has too many people protecting him, and Chu Yanluo probably doesn't dare to show herself. Xiao Qingyuan's role as bait has been somewhat unsuccessful!"

"Oh? Young Madam, you mean that the vengeful ghost won't appear again?"

"The possibility of it happening is very, very low. Chu Yanluo must know that Xiao Qingyuan is using himself as bait. She's not stupid; she won't rush to her death right now."

"Then this servant will go outside and take another look; perhaps I can find out some more useful information."

"Go ahead, and remember to disguise yourself."

"Don't worry, young mistress, I understand."

A day passed quickly, and Qin Xin returned, but as expected, she hadn't found out any new information.

The Liu family's villa was now guarded like an iron barrel by various forces; not even a fly could get in, let alone a person.

Granny Yan paid no attention to what was happening outside. She took out the invitation from the Marquis of Zhongjing's residence and asked Shen Wantang, "Young Madam, tomorrow is the day the Marquis of Zhongjing's residence invites you to have tea and admire the flowers. What do you think, will you go to the banquet or decline?"

Shen Wantang accepted the invitation, looked down at it for a long time without saying a word.

She hadn't originally planned to go. Chu Yanluo had been on a killing spree these past few days. If she had any sense at all, she should have stayed home. Going out would have been suicide.

However, Xiao Qingyuan was really too useless; he even failed miserably as bait.

Allowing Chu Yanluo to live is always a significant hidden danger.

So it's better to let her die.

Shen Wantang slowly raised her head, her expression slightly cold: "Granny, send someone to the Marquis of Zhongjing's residence to say that I will be attending the banquet on time tomorrow. It would be best to spread the news that I will be attending the banquet far and wide."

Granny Yan was startled: "Young Madam, what are you going to do..."

Qin Xin was also stunned: "Young Madam, you're going to use yourself as bait? Didn't you say you wouldn't put yourself in danger?"

Du Juan hurriedly dissuaded her: "No, young mistress! This is no joke. You yourself said that you are in the open while Chu Yanluo is in the shadows. You will be at a great disadvantage if you go up against her!"

Shen Wantang was very determined: "I was at a disadvantage when I faced her before, but things are different now. I have an excellent opportunity to turn the tables!"

Du Juan looked bewildered: "A chance to turn the tables? What chance to turn the tables? If you go out at this time, aren't you just a sitting duck?"

Qin Xin quickly nodded in agreement: "Yes, young mistress, there are many guards on Prince Xiao's side. Chu Yanluo knows she has no chance to make a move, so she's definitely focusing all her attention on you. Her helpers will also be keeping a close eye on you! You absolutely mustn't go out at this time!"

Shen Wantang said calmly and confidently, "No, she must think right now that killing me is a piece of cake, and she will lower her guard. So, this is the best time to capture her!"

Du Juan and Qin Xin couldn't persuade her at all, so they exchanged a glance and saw worry in each other's eyes.

Granny Yan trusted Shen Wantang's abilities the most, so after hearing that Shen Wantang had made up her mind, she did not try to persuade her anymore, but asked, "Young Madam, shouldn't we tell the young master about such a big matter?"

Shen Wantang sensed that Granny Yan didn't want her to keep this a secret, so she smiled gently and said, "Don't worry, Granny, I won't risk my life. I'll tell him about this. Xiao Qingyuan has people protecting him, both openly and secretly, so I can't be too bad off, can I?"

Otherwise, the act wouldn't be convincing. What if Chu Yanluo sees her going out without any guards and becomes suspicious, and then refuses to show herself?

——

The next day.

In the early morning, Shen Wantang went to the main courtyard to pay her respects to her mother-in-law, as usual.

Incidentally, she also told her mother-in-law that she was going to the Marquis of Zhongjing's residence for an appointment.

In the past, no matter where she went, Madam Gu never asked too many questions, but today, she couldn't help but speak up to stop her: "Tang'er, I heard that people outside are saying that Chu Yanluo turned into a vengeful ghost after she died and is killing people everywhere. People outside are terrified. You... your name is still on that blood letter. Why don't you stay home today? It's too dangerous."

Shen Wantang knew that her mother-in-law was genuinely worried about her safety, and her heart warmed slightly: "Mother, don't worry, nothing will happen. That vengeful ghost doesn't come out to kill people during the day."

"But... what if? Does Qianhan know you're going out?"

"Yes, he knows, and he agrees."

Madam Gu immediately felt a headache coming on: "That scoundrel, how could he be so careless as to agree to this? Doesn't he know how terrifying and insane that vengeful ghost is?"