Shang Changge nimbly dodged the hand that the handsome younger brother was trying to pat on the back to make her spit out the poison.

He then went around to the back and picked up the cooled tea from the study desk, taking a sip.

Shang Changze: "Sister..."

Shang Changze watched Shang Changge's series of self-destructive actions, his voice trembling as he opened his mouth.

The outstretched hand froze in mid-air in panic, forgotten to be retracted.

The excruciating pain I felt when I received the news that my sister had almost been poisoned and assassinated some time ago surged back up my spine, sending chills down my spine.

This time, it even seemed as if a suppressed voice was clamoring from the depths of his soul, causing him to unconsciously murmur:

"Changge..."

Shang Changge: "?"

Upon hearing this, Shang Changge felt a strange sense of familiarity.

But this feeling came too quickly, and left just as fast, leaving her no chance to grasp it.

Before I could even grasp this strange feeling, my mouth had already instinctively and subconsciously turned back.

"What?"

Shang Changge wondered if she had misheard. Had her handsome younger brother just called her name?

Shang Changze: ...

Shang Changze felt the same way as Shang Changge.

After watching her sister quietly for a while, who seemed unharmed, she slowly regained her voice.

“...Sister.”

Shang Changge: ?

Shang Changge stared strangely at the handsome younger brother, then took a couple more sips of tea to suppress the indescribable emotions in his heart before asking:

Did you just call my name?

Shang Changze: ...

He clenched his fist, placed it to his lips, and coughed lightly to cover up his embarrassment at having done something against the rules. He didn't lie and said honestly:

"Yes. It was a moment of panic, please don't be offended, elder sister."

Perhaps because he had never been so out of control before, Shang Changze was unwilling to delve into the matter and focused his attention on Shang Changge.

Worry resurfaced, and seeing that her sister showed no signs of the poison taking effect, she breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Nevertheless, still unsure and hesitant, I sought confirmation from Shang Changge:

"Sister, are you... really alright?"

What could possibly happen to Shang Changge? Shang Changge was perfectly fine. He shrugged, spread his hands, and spun around twice. At this moment, silence spoke louder than words.

Shang Changze was completely relieved, and the young master's smile was genuine:

"very nice."

These two short words contain a thousand meanings.

Shang Changge understood, but he disliked sentimentality and didn't want to reiterate his glorious achievement of single-handedly hunting down the Emperor Shadow.

In short, the goal was to lead a group to hunt down the Ge family.

Shang Changge said a lot, and Shang Changze listened to a lot.

Shang Changze was still unwilling to let Shang Changge take this risk, but then, as if remembering something, his slightly furrowed brows relaxed, and he relented:

"good."

Shang Changge: "Let me tell you about my current skills...?"

So, does this mean they agreed?

Shang Changze: "Since you want to go, then go. But you must prioritize your own safety. It doesn't matter if you lose; I'll find another way to deal with them..."

The roles are reversed, and this time it's Shang Changze who's doing all the talking.

Shang Changge listened patiently, but aside from a few keywords, she didn't absorb anything else; only one thought occupied her mind:

This handsome young man is only 20 years old and he's already so talkative and nagging. What will he be like when he gets old?

Tsk, as the older sister, she was truly worried about her handsome younger brother's future.

However, she really does resemble her older brother in this respect; every time she goes on a mission in the apocalypse...

Her older brother would also nag her endlessly, but she used to find him annoying because of his nagging, but she never hears it anymore.

Active hunting differs from passive hunting; active hunting requires planning.

Shang Changze was familiar with the situation in Gejiazhuang, so naturally, he was in charge of drafting the hunting plan.

Shang Changge was in charge of sharpening the knives.

Before sharpening the knife, let Jing Xiuming be appointed and ordered by the beauty's younger brother.

He then instructed Qingyao to take Michan with her younger brother to the Dali Temple.

After everything was arranged,

He ordered a carriage to be prepared, and then, carrying a black iron longsword and a dagger, he rode in the carriage to the general's mansion.

Main quest:

Sparring with General Xiao, who is a free and highly skilled fighter, will increase the success rate of future hunts.

Side Quests:

I kissed and hugged General Xiao, then lifted him up high. After the kisses and hugs, I stuck him close to my face.

Hmm, that's really good!

Coincidentally, Xiao Ji finished his official duties early today.

When Shang Changge arrived at the General's Mansion, Xiao Ji had just finished bathing and was planning to go to the Princess's Mansion to have dinner with Shang Changge.

Seeing Shang Changge was quite a surprise, after all, his princess rarely took the initiative to visit his residence.

"Xiao Ji!"

The two were actually still some distance apart, but Shang Changge was in a very good mood right now.

Seeing Xiao Ji's long, beautiful phoenix eyes light up, he grabbed his long sword and dagger and rushed past the servant who was leading the way.

Her smile was radiant and she was incredibly warm.

Xiao Ji stopped where he was, stood in the courtyard, and promptly opened his arms to catch Shang Changge, embracing him tightly.

At this moment,

"Unexpected" is an understatement; it's a pleasant surprise, a huge pleasant surprise!

So, his little rascal has finally realized he misses him?

One looked up, the other looked down, gazing deeply into each other's eyes.

Just as Xiao Ji was guessing and waiting, expecting Shang Changge to say something like "I miss you,"

Shang Changge parted his lips, his tone eager and expectant as he asked three quick questions:

"General Xiao, do you have a moment? Is it convenient for you? How about we have a friendly spar?"

...

...

The courtyard of the general's mansion fell into an eerie, brief silence, broken only by the occasional chirping of insects among the flowers and plants.

The surrounding servants and the assassins who followed, as well as the hidden assassins:

Pfft—they really don't want to laugh, really.

They really didn't see the general's disappointed and helpless expression, really! Pfft—hahahahaha cough!

Xiao Ji's sharp glare made everyone who was watching the show wisely lower their heads; those who needed to continue their work did so, while those who needed to step down stepped down.

The autumn wind blows through the courtyard.

Xiao Ji lifted Shang Changge with one arm, making her much taller than himself, and their eyes met again.

The coldness between her sharp, defined brow bones faded, and her beautiful, thin lips parted slightly, revealing her innermost thoughts without any concealment:

"I thought the princess finally realized she missed me, which is why she took the initiative to come to my residence and rush into my arms."

I never expected the princess to be so eager to spar with me. What should I do, you little rascal? I'm heartbroken.

Shang Changge was looking down at Xiao Ji from a superior position. Upon hearing this, she raised a deep brow and hooked her arm around Xiao Ji's neck.

Then she lowered her head and placed a tender, warm kiss on the man's forehead.

Xiao Ji's body trembled.

Shang Changge had already left, her fingers kneading Xiao Ji's earlobe until she had touched it enough, then her fingertips traced the man's excessively high nose bridge:

"Are you still heartbroken, General Xiao? Hmm?"

The captivating voice held a hint of a smile, a strong sense of teasing.

Xiao Ji wasn't sad; he wanted a kiss.

The arms gripping Shang Changge's thigh tightened, securing her firmly. He turned around.

He walked back steadily, not knowing where he would eventually take Shang Changge.

Anyway,

That means you've completed Shang Changge's side quest.

As for the main quest, it takes a long time to complete, and by the time it's finished, the sky is already ablaze with rosy clouds.

Shang Changge left immediately after the fight without lingering, which seemed like the behavior of a heartless woman who would use someone and then forget about them, but it wasn't.

She also wanted to be affectionate with General Xiao again, but she was covered in sweat.

Rather than indulging in sweet nothings, she longed to rush back to take a bath, then soak in the large bathtub filled with flower petals and enjoy a massage from her maid.