Xiao Jinghan was stunned, but then he burst into laughter: "Hahahaha, you really think too much! I just want to avenge my blood feud! Being an emperor is not that easy. I have no interest in working on state affairs all day long and being exhausted. It would be great if I could assist a wise and powerful monarch!"
Luo Lingyue blinked, her smart eyes falling on Xiao Jinghan: "So, in your opinion, what do you think of my cousin?"
Xiao Jinghan frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and then said, "If he were to become the emperor, it might be a blessing for the people. It's a pity that he is slightly inferior in terms of wisdom and strategy."
Luo Lingyue rolled her eyes in dissatisfaction and said lightly, "Humph, don't we still have you? As long as you nod and agree, we will be allies from now on. Not only that, I can also lend a hand to you in settling your blood feud!"
After hearing this, Xiao Jinghan's eyes flashed with surprise, and then he bowed solemnly and said, "Thank you, ally!" After that, the two smiled at each other, as if they had already seen a beautiful picture of working together and creating brilliance in the future.
Suddenly, a shrill wolf howl came from a distant place, making people's hair stand on end. Xiao Jinghan's face instantly became solemn, and he quickly gestured to Luo Lingyue, signaling her to keep quiet.
Xiao Jinghan flashed and leaped onto a nearby tall tree as lightly as a bird. Standing on a branch, he gazed into the distance. When he saw what was happening in the distance, his face suddenly turned pale. Then, without hesitation, he leaped from the tree.
After landing, Xiao Jinghan seemed a little panicked, but he still held Luo Lingyue's hand tightly and said anxiously: "Run! The wolves are coming!" As he spoke, the two of them started running away.
However, before they could flee back to the cave they had previously hidden in, the wolves surged in like a tide, surrounding them. Faced with such danger, Xiao Jinghan's hands couldn't help but tremble slightly, but he remained steadfast, shielding Luo Lingyue behind him and comforting her, "Don't be afraid! I'm here to protect you!"
Luo Lingyue felt a surge of warmth in her heart after hearing this. Although Xiao Jinghan looked so frail, he still stepped forward without hesitation and stood in front of her.
Luo Lingyue quietly approached his ear and asked in a low voice, "Do you really know martial arts?" After all, she had seen him leap onto the treetops before, so he must have some basic skills.
After hearing this, Xiao Jinghan showed a trace of shame on his face. He hesitated for a moment before answering, "Well... I only know a little bit! Don't worry, I won't let you get hurt!"
Without saying a word, Luo Lingyue reached out and pulled him behind her, and comforted him: "Okay, then just stay here and don't move. Let me take care of everything!" After that, a hint of determination and courage flashed in her eyes, and she was ready to face the predicament before her.
Xiao Jinghan was silent for a moment before slowly speaking, "Don't hold on. These are all wolves. It's simply not something a weak woman like you, secluded in the boudoir, can handle!"
Hearing this, Luo Lingyue turned around and looked at the man in front of her who was actually pretending to die heroically. She couldn't help feeling speechless and subconsciously took a few steps back and hid behind Xiao Jinghan.
At this moment, the wolf king, who had been on alert, gazing intently at the two of them, finally gave up. After careful observation, he knew perfectly well that the two humans before him were no match for his entire pack. With a deafening roar, the wolf king pounced on Xiao Jinghan with lightning speed...
Just as its razor-sharp, gleaming fangs were about to touch Xiao Jinghan's fragile throat, the leader wolf suddenly let out a shrill, agonizing howl that echoed through the forest and sent chills down its spine. Then, as if struck hard by something, it leaped back into the pack, its tail between its legs.
The leader's eyes revealed a clear fear, as if it had encountered something terrifying. It howled softly twice, as if signaling some kind of danger to its pack. Then, the leader clamped its tail tightly between its legs and led the pack away from the scene at a swift speed...
Their figures quickly disappeared into the depths of the dense forest, leaving behind only an empty, silent, and devastated landscape. Xiao Jinghan stood there, gazing at the direction the wolves were heading, his heart filled with confusion and surprise. What could have caused these ferocious wolves to be so frightened?
Xiao Jinghan was filled with fear and confusion. The wolves had actually... escaped? He wiped the sweat from his forehead and said to Luo Lingyue with a slightly trembling voice, "Okay... looks like everything's alright! Let's go to the island and see if there's any boat that can rescue us." As he spoke, he tried to calm himself.
The two walked cautiously towards the edge of the deserted island. At this moment, they saw a group of people landing on the island and walking towards them from a distance.
Luo Lingyue recognized the leader at a glance. She waved her hands excitedly and shouted loudly: "Third brother! Third brother! I'm here!" Her voice was full of joy and anticipation.
Hearing his sister's cry, Luo Lingzhang's exhausted face suddenly broke into a relieved smile. He quickened his pace, leading the guards in a swift rush towards Luo Lingyue. It was as if at that moment, all the fatigue had vanished, leaving only the joy of reuniting with his loved ones.
When he was about one meter away from them, Luo Lingzhang suddenly stopped, stared at Xiao Jinghan with an angry face, and snorted coldly: "Oh, Master Xiao is actually safe and sound!" His voice was full of sarcasm and dissatisfaction.
Seeing this, Luo Lingyue on the side hurriedly shouted, "Third brother..." However, before she could finish her words, Luo Lingzhang glared at her fiercely, and she had to shut her mouth.
Luo Lingzhang narrowed his eyes slightly, squinting at Luo Lingyue, and said sternly, "Shut up! I'll settle the score with you later!" Then, he turned his gaze to Xiao Jinghan, a cold smile on his face, "Master Xiao, where are my sister's sleeves? As a man, is this how you protect her?"
Xiao Jinghan was about to explain when he was interrupted by Luo Lingzhang without any politeness: "Although Prince Xiao and my sister have been engaged thanks to the grace of His Majesty, they have not yet gotten married. I hope Prince Xiao can be more self-disciplined and never invite my sister out for fun privately in the future! If there is a next time, don't blame my General's Mansion for being ruthless. Even if we have to give up everything, we will cancel this marriage for my sister!" When Luo Lingzhang said the last few words, he almost gritted his teeth and squeezed them out, which showed that he was extremely angry.
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