Chapter 277 My Life is Yours

The news of Xiao Yanci's death was sent back to the capital immediately, and Chu Yian couldn't wait to take credit for it.

Little did they know that Xiao Yanci was not dead at this time, but was still alive and well.

The person that the secret guard was carrying was a corpse that looked similar to Xiao Yanci.

They deliberately used this tactic of using someone else as a substitute to attract firepower so that Xiao Yanci could escape.

Under the cover of night, they not only deceived the Qiangdi people, but also deceived those who were eyeing them from behind and wanted to get rid of Xiao Yanci.

Chu Yian was too eager for quick success and acted hastily without making a clear judgment.

In the end, "Xiao Yanci" fell off a cliff, and he had no way to verify the truth, but he was even more convinced from the bottom of his heart that he had made a great contribution.

Xiao Yanci and Lu Zhiran were escorted all the way out of Duanyun Mountain and back to Da Qi. They encountered two groups of people along the way, but their number was small and they were easily dealt with.

Xiao Yanci knew that there were more people who wanted his life than just the Qiangdi people, so they did not take the main road back to the territory of Da Qi. He was not in a hurry to show himself in public, but found a place to recuperate.

They arrived at a deserted little village. Not long ago, the Qiang Di people had come to the village and burned, killed and looted. All the people in the village were killed by the Qiang Di people.

When Lu Zhiran saw these abandoned houses, a strong anger rose in her heart.

The two countries may have been at war because of their different positions, but the Qiangdi people wantonly burned and killed ordinary people. Such behavior was truly cruel and outrageous.

"The evil Qiang flute band has been captured. They were stripped naked and hung on the city wall, where they were hanged alive."

Xiao Yanci's tone was light, with a hint of coldness in his eyes.

At the beginning, he led his men to Xiping City. When passing through this place, he happened to encounter the Qiangdi people who were committing evil deeds. He was furious and ordered them to be captured.

When they entered the city, a Qiang flute player was tied behind each of their horses. Those people were dragged all the way and were half dead, looking in a very miserable state.

They suffered greatly before being hanged on the city gates.

When the people saw this, they were delighted and felt very happy.

It was precisely because they knew the existence of this village that Xiao Yanci and his party headed straight here.

This place is remote and there are abandoned houses where you can live, which is suitable for recuperation.

After hearing this, Lu Zhiran felt a little better.

At least, the villagers got their revenge.

"Your Highness, are your wounds open?"

They had just been running all the way, and even if they were careful, the road was still bumpy. She noticed that Xiao Yanci frowned several times.

"The seams are very solid and there are no tears."

Of course it hurt, but it was also the truth. The wound was stitched and medicine was used, and it healed much faster than he expected.

We have to admit that Western medicine does have its unique features in this regard.

The snake venom in his body was removed, his physical foundation was restored, and his wounds healed faster.

Seeing that he didn't seem to be forcing himself, Lu Zhiran felt a little relieved.

He couldn't help but worry about Ye Hanyi, "I wonder if Hanyi is out of danger."

"She has good martial arts skills and is protected by the Ye family guards. Ge Xubai is no pushover either, so she will definitely be fine."

Lu Zhiran thought so too.

Xiao Yanci looked at her, his tone becoming a little gentler.

"I didn't expect you to come."

She said truthfully, "I dare not disobey the Emperor's order."

Xiao Yanci was a little confused, "Why did the emperor let you come?"

It's not that he looks down on Lu Zhiran, it's really not appropriate for her to come to Xiping at this time, unless his father feels that she has a reason to come.

Lu Zhiran told her truthfully what Emperor Defeng had said. When she mentioned the words on the brocade bag, a hint of discomfort appeared on her face.

It was really a bit presumptuous to say in front of him that I was his benefactor and destined person.

After hearing this, Xiao Yanci's heart couldn't help but beat slightly, and the corners of his lips unconsciously curled up.

"It seems that the old bald donkey is indeed quite capable. From now on, I will respect him as a master."

Then he asked, "How did you find me?"

"I've dreamt of this several times before. Following the guidance of dreams and the gods, I found the swamp forest."

Xiao Yanci looked at her with a smile on his face.

"You are truly my destined one. From now on, my life will be yours."

These words were so charming and pious that Lu Zhiran's ears felt slightly hot unconsciously.

"If it weren't for my father's order, would you have come to find me?"

Lu Zhiran was stunned, then shook his head honestly.

"No, I don't have the ability to protect myself. Coming here rashly will only cause more trouble."

She did have the idea of ​​coming to Xiping, but the idea came and went quickly.

She weighs the pros and cons and doesn't make impulsive decisions.

She will send more people, but she won't come herself.

This answer was expected, but it inevitably made Xiao Yanci feel a little disappointed.

"Then, are you worried about me when you come here this time? Or are you just following orders?"

His eyes were fixed with a persistent look, like a child who was persistently asking for candy.

Lu Zhiran said seriously, "Of course I'm worried. We've already exchanged engagement letters, and we're getting married soon. I don't want to be a widow."

Xiao Yanci was stunned for a moment, then he suppressed a few laughs.

"Don't worry, Princess. I will live a long life and will never let you become a widow."

These words once again made Lu Zhiran's ears warm.

Xiao Yanci asked about the situation in the capital again, and Lu Zhiran told him everything that had happened in the capital recently.

Speaking of Concubine Rou, Lu Zhiran apologized, "I didn't want to tell Concubine Rou about your accident, but she and you are connected by heart, and she had a dream that night, so we didn't hide it from her. Right now, I'm afraid she's also been worried and frightened."

"My mother may seem weak, but she is actually very resilient. She won't fall down until she receives definite news from me."

When saying this, there was a hint of smile in Xiao Yanci's eyes, and a hint of pride.

His mother was born in the palace of the Southern Yunnan Royal Family. How could she be a weak-willed person?

Lu Zhiran also laughed, "I agree with you."

At this time, Shuanghua came in, "Your Highness, it's time to change the medicine."

Xiao Yanci remained calm, but Lu Zhiran's expression changed slightly.

The bruise on her wrist is still there. Even if changing the dressing is not as painful as last time, it will definitely not be easy. He will suffer again.

She held out her hand righteously, "If it hurts, you can hold on to me."

When Xiao Yanci saw this, his heart couldn't help but warm.

"It's just a dressing change. It's like tickling an itch. It doesn't hurt at all."

He said this lightly, but Lu Zhiran didn't believe it.

No matter how well the wound heals, it can't heal that quickly.

He is a mortal, how could he not feel pain?

Only then did he notice the remaining bruises on Lu Zhiran's wrist, and his eyes darkened.

"What happened to your hand?"

Lu Zhiran didn't intend to say more, as it would seem hypocritical, but Shuanghua said bluntly, "You caught him when I was cleaning your Highness's wound that day."