The dining table at the Wu'an Palace was filled with a variety of delicious dishes. The most eye-catching of these were the crispy golden river prawns, with their tender, crispy texture and juicy, springy flesh, and the preserved pork stew, a dish that combined the delicate flavor of spring bamboo shoots, the rich aroma of pickled meat, and the mellow flavor of fresh meat. Additionally, several delicate and delicious seasonal side dishes were placed on the side, exuding an alluring aroma.
Princess Nanzhi scowled at Luo Lingyue, who sat across from her, her eyes gleaming with anger. She gripped her chopsticks tightly and demanded in a cold voice, "Why are you in my cousin's medicinal pool? I warned you before that, although my cousin's Biluo poison has been lifted, he's been suffering from it for years, and his body is extremely weak. He needs daily soaking in the medicinal pool to slowly recuperate! And you actually tried to seduce him!"
Luo Lingyue was slightly surprised when she heard Princess Nanzhi's words, but she quickly regained her composure. She gently put down her bowl and chopsticks, looked directly into Princess Nanzhi's eyes, and said calmly, "Princess! I didn't even know the Wu'an Palace was next door. I fell into the pond accidentally! And which eye of yours saw me seducing your cousin? You can eat whatever you want, but you can't say anything you want!"
Princess Nanzhi's face was already tense, and after hearing Luo Lingyue's words, it became even gloomier. She glared at her fiercely, her eyes filled with anger and dissatisfaction.
Xiao Jinghan glanced at Nanzhi coldly and said in a stiff tone: "I clearly told you to return to Youli, why are you here again!"
Princess Nanzhi was so angry that her chest heaved up and down. She said anxiously, "If I hadn't heard that there were assassins trying to kill you, why would I have turned back? Cousin! You'd better come back with me to Youli!" There was a hint of grievance and anxiety in her voice, and she seemed to be particularly concerned about Xiao Jinghan's safety.
Xiao Jinghan sighed deeply, his eyes revealing endless grief and determination. He gritted his teeth and said, "My parents' death has not been avenged yet! This hatred is hard to get rid of. How can I go back to Youli with you!" His voice was as cold as the wind.
Nanzhi was extremely anxious, tears welling up in her eyes. She shouted anxiously, "Cousin! You are the only bloodline left by my aunt! As long as you are willing to return to Youli, the entire Youli Kingdom will be your solid backing and will do its utmost to protect you!"
However, Luo Lingyue interrupted Nanzhi rudely. With a sharp look and a pointed tone, she asked: "Princess Nanzhi, as far as I know, the deadly Biluo poison originated from your Youli Kingdom. And Xiao Jinghan's grandfather and father were unfortunately poisoned by this poison! Hasn't your royal family conducted an in-depth investigation into this? Who created such a vicious poison? How can you ensure that Xiao Jinghan is safe and sound in your Youli Kingdom and is not threatened at all?" Her questioning was like a sharp sword, piercing the vital points.
Princess Nanzhi was suddenly speechless, because what Luo Lingyue said was true. Over the years, the Youli royal family has been committed to tracking down the person who developed the Biluo poison, but they have no clue.
Princess Nanzhi lowered her voice and spoke softly, "At present, we can only find out that the Biluo poison was introduced to Dazhao from Yuewu Kingdom. As for who developed this poison, we have been working hard to track it down..."
Xiao Jinghan fell into deep thought, and after a moment he said, "Nanzhi, if that's the case, then let's start investigating this matter from Dazhao. How about this, I'll arrange for someone to escort you back to Youli Country first."
Princess Nanzhi showed an unhappy look on her face and protested, "I don't want to go back! I want to stay and find out the truth with you!" If her cousin had not told her that Luo Lingyue and she were allies, she would have let Luo Lingyue taste the poison she had made just for the fact that Luo Lingyue fell into the medicine pool!
Xiao Jinghan's expression darkened slightly, and he said firmly, "You absolutely cannot stay here! Dazhao Country is too dangerous for you!"
However, facing Xiao Jinghan's advice, Luo Lingyue found that Nanzhi was not moved at all. So, she joined in the persuasion: "Princess Nanzhi, please listen to our advice. After all, you are the most beloved daughter of Emperor Youli. If someone uses you to threaten your father, His Majesty, the consequences will be unimaginable!"
Princess Nanzhi didn't panic upon hearing this. Instead, she responded calmly, "Don't worry. Sister Dark Moon taught me the magical art of disguise a long time ago! Not only that, I'm also proficient in making poisons and antidotes!"
Xiao Jinghan did not change his attitude because of this. His voice was cold and stern: "Don't try to challenge my bottom line, otherwise I will have no choice but to send someone to forcibly take you back to Youli!"
Princess Nanzhi suddenly pushed the bowl in her hand forward, stood up, and left without looking back, muttering: "If you want to leave, just leave! This princess doesn't want to stay in this damn place!" Before she finished speaking, she had already walked out of the room quickly.
Seeing this, several guards hurriedly followed him out. Watching this scene, Xiao Jinghan turned to Luo Lingyue and said, "I hope what happened just now didn't affect your mood. Nanzhi is just a little childish. I will arrange for someone to ensure she arrives safely in Youli."
Luo Lingyue gently picked up the food from the plate with her chopsticks and put it into her mouth, chewing slowly. Her expression of concentration on savoring the food was so adorable that it made people want to take a few more glances.
Xiao Jinghan, sitting across from her, had been silently observing Luo Lingyue. Seeing her enjoying her meal so much, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but curl up slightly, revealing a doting smile. He whispered, "Since we've decided to become allies, you can use the secret agents in my palace as you please. Not only that, if there's any need at court, I'll also do my best to help..."
However, before Xiao Jinghan could finish his words, Luo Lingyue suddenly interrupted him. She continued stuffing food into her mouth while mumbling incoherently, "Stop! Stop! I don't want to know too many secrets! The more I know, the faster I'll die! I still want to live a few more years!"
Hearing this, Xiao Jinghan was stunned for a moment, and then the smile on his face gradually disappeared. After a moment of silence, he spoke again, "I just want you to understand that I absolutely trust you and am sincere. I hope you can feel my sincerity." After saying this, his deep eyes stared at Luo Lingyue, as if trying to see through her eyes to her true thoughts.
Seeing that he was getting a little angry, Luo Lingyue explained, "Right now isn't the best time. Let's hold off for now! Right now, the Crown Prince and the Third Prince are fighting the most fiercely. Why don't we sit back and watch the fight? We can even occasionally help them from behind!"
Xiao Jinghan suddenly asked: "Do you want to save the Eighth Princess?"
Luo Lingyue smiled and said, "What's wrong with putting a useful chess piece next to the Queen?"
"Luo Xiaoqi! How dare you escape over the wall!" Luo Lingzhang's voice sounded in the distance!
Luo Lingyue's face changed drastically. She dropped her bowl and chopsticks and jumped out of the window like a whirlwind.
Xiao Jinghan saw her run to the medicine pool, leap onto the top of the wall, and then nimbly jump down the wall...
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