The servants that Nan Yi brought were placed in a small courtyard by her, and Xiao Shunzi was ordered to watch over them, forbidding anyone from wandering around.

Yinzhen initially disapproved of her actions, fearing that if outsiders were to come in and investigate, they would easily discover the trap involved.

Nan Yi's attitude was firm. The servants of Wanyue Pavilion were all old people who had been by her side for several years and she had a deep bond with them. She did not want anything to happen to them.

Yinzhen couldn't refute her, so he made new arrangements, and the four brothers suddenly found themselves with nothing to do, as if they had agreed beforehand.

The hunt for the assassin was in full swing both inside and outside the capital, while the Fourth Master and his brothers seemed to have made an appointment to frequently visit the villa.

One day, while taking a walk in the courtyard, Nan Yi unexpectedly saw a familiar face. "Brother Yong, what's this?"

"Shh~" Zheng Yong raised his index finger and quickly made a gesture to his lips, giving a "thank you" sign. "This servant Xiao Gaozi greets Consort Consort. May Consort Consort be blessed."

Xiao Gaozi, Gao Wuyong, who was by Fourth Master's side, Nan Yi chuckled, "Rise, Eunuch Gao, please help me walk over there."

"Qingyun, go and fetch some tea and snacks."

Qingyun had met Zheng Yong once. That time, he came to the mansion to see his master, who treated him with great respect. As someone respected by his master, she dared not be disrespectful. She curtsied to him and turned to prepare tea and snacks.

The two walked toward the pavilion in the courtyard.

Nan Yi teased him in a low voice, "This matter has alarmed you. It seems the palace has spared no expense."

The girl spoke without any restraint, as always. After she sat down, he stood beside her with a solemn expression. "After two assassination attempts, and the targets were four princes, His Majesty is furious. A net has been cast throughout the capital to capture the assassins."

"It's been five or six days, can you harvest yet?" Nan asked.

Zheng Yong didn't say anything, took out a handkerchief from his sleeve, his fingertips twitched slightly, and the handkerchief fell to the ground. As he picked up the handkerchief, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly, and then he stood up as if nothing had happened.

Nan Yi's eyes flickered.

In the garden, Yinzhen walked over chatting and laughing with the Eighth Prince, the Ninth Prince, and the Thirteenth Prince. They seemed relaxed, but judging from the occasional flashes of coldness in their eyes, Xu Huaiyu was causing them considerable trouble.

Zheng Yong stepped forward to pay his respects, "This servant greets Fourth Master, Eighth Master, Ninth Master, and Thirteenth Master."

"Hmm." Yinzhen raised his hand, inviting the brothers beside him to sit down.

The Eighth, Ninth, and Thirteenth Princes each had their own thoughts, and their gazes toward Nan Yi were complex and subtle. With their elder brothers present, the rules were ingrained in the bones of the princes who had received strict education since childhood. "Greetings, Fourth Sister-in-law."

"I dare not accept such an honor." Nan stepped aside, as she was a concubine and it was beneath her to have the princes bow to her.

Just then, Qingyun brought over some tea and snacks. Since there were several more guests in the pavilion, there wasn't enough tea and snacks, so she quickly got more.

Yinzhen's gaze swept across her face, his tone concerned and gentle, "Why aren't you staying inside? It's not safe outside."

"Fourth Brother, it's safer for Sister-in-law to stay outside. If it weren't for your objection, I would have suggested that she dress up as a eunuch and stay with us. She's very skilled," Thirteen said with a smile.

He genuinely recognized Tong Xiaosao's abilities.

Of his brothers, only he and Fourteenth Brother were skilled. Fourth, Eighth, and Ninth Brothers were mediocre and would have difficulty protecting themselves from assassins. As for the guards protecting him, Thirteenth Brother selectively forgot about them.

“I don’t think it’s necessary. Father has sent the best of the Imperial Guards to help, so Thirteenth Brother doesn’t need to worry,” the Ninth Prince said.

“You can never have too many helpers, little brother.” Thirteen glanced at Ninth Prince. “After that incident, Ninth Brother should know how skilled Sister-in-law Tong is. Besides, I also want to take advantage of Sister-in-law’s good luck. You know, she’s practically the nemesis of those men in black.”

The Ninth Prince was well aware of Nan Yi's skills, but he still didn't want anything to happen to her.

He glanced at Nan Yi across from him, and the Ninth Prince couldn't help but feel annoyed. What was with this woman's excited expression? Could it be that she wanted to get involved too?

A restless woman.

"The Thirteenth Prince's suggestion is good, what do you think, Your Highness?" Nan Yi asked Yinzhen excitedly. If she were with them, she wouldn't be stuck in the courtyard all the time. She chuckled happily.

"Foolish look," Yinzhen said coolly, glancing at the thirteenth prince who had come up with the bad idea. "The Imperial Guards are short-handed; we need a woman to help us."

Nan's face fell immediately. When she saved his life, why didn't she mention that she was a woman? Now she's being so particular.

“You can’t say that, Fourth Brother. Your wife is a master among masters, as we all know,” he paused deliberately, looking at his brothers, “and it’s obvious to everyone.”

The Eighth Prince and the Ninth Prince had similar thoughts: "Thirteenth Brother, Fourth Brother is right. We have enough manpower, so there is no need to trouble Fourth Sister-in-law."

A few days ago, he remembered that Nan Yi seemed to be unwell, and that he had barely managed to hold on after rescuing them from the men in black.

She looks much better today.

"Fourth Sister-in-law, I haven't had a chance to thank you for what happened a few days ago. It's all thanks to your timely appearance that Ninth Brother and I were able to escape unharmed." Eighth Prince clasped his hands in thanks.

Nan waved his hand, displeased, and said, "Stop with the formalities. If you really want to thank me, why don't you talk to your fourth brother and ask him to let me join?"

The Eighth Prince was taken aback by her request and glanced at the Fourth Prince, wisely remaining silent.

Nan Yi was the fourth prince's concubine. The fourth prince refused her from the beginning, which made his attitude clear. The eighth prince touched his nose, avoiding Nan Yi's longing look.

The Ninth Prince didn't want Nan Yi to join, yet he was most sensitive to her willfulness. He worried that if he disagreed with her joining, she might act on her own, plead for him, and face the Fourth Prince's cold shoulder... After thinking about it, the Ninth Prince decisively shut his mouth.

However, he secretly reached out and tugged at the sleeve of the thirteenth brother beside him, making a meaningful joke, "Thirteenth brother, how about I go back to the capital and ask Father Emperor to send a few more experts to protect you?"

Thirteen glanced at Ninth Brother, then caught a glimpse of the direction he was pointing under the table. Not quite understanding his intention, he gave a standard reply, "No need. A few more guards might not be as effective as Sister-in-law Tong."

This answer was exactly what the Ninth Prince was thinking. Nan Yi also gave him a look that said, "You have a good eye." She tugged at Yinzhen's hand under the table and said reproachfully, "Please let me stay close to you. I'll inevitably worry if I'm alone in the courtyard."

She even resorted to being cute and charming in order to get out of the house.

Upon hearing her concern, Yinzhen's heart skipped a beat. He took her hand in return, feigning composure as he pondered the matter.

The Ninth and Thirteenth Princes were slightly nervous because of the Fourth Prince's expression. The Eighth Prince raised an eyebrow. He was not as impatient as his other two brothers. The Fourth Prince considered and explained that with Nan Yi involved, there was no longer any suspense.

After a moment, Yinzhen nodded with a very reluctant expression.

"Great, I'll go prepare right away." Nan Yi stood up happily and called to Xiao Gaozi outside the pavilion, "Eunuch Gao, go and call Xiao Shunzi, I have something to tell her."

Zheng Yong, disguised as Xiao Gaozi, bowed to the princes and took his leave.

After Sister-in-law Tong and Zheng Yong left, Thirteen said thoughtfully, "Fourth Brother, have you noticed that this Guard Zheng sent by Father is quite extraordinary?"

Although his fourth brother did not reveal Zheng's identity to him, his fourth brother treated Zheng with great courtesy, making him a figure not to be underestimated.

The Eighth and Ninth Princes exchanged a glance; they had the same question.