After Li Jingshu's confinement, the Eastern Palace became the domain of Li Xuemei and her sister. They enjoyed the Crown Prince's unwavering pampering and indulgence, practically getting whatever they wanted. Under the Crown Prince's protection, the Li Xuemei sisters soon secured the positions of Chief Clerk and Recorder of the Dali Temple for their two brothers, Li Kun and Li Lin.
Although these two official positions were not very high, they were better than staying in the Prime Minister's Mansion doing nothing. Moreover, with a job in hand, they would have more opportunities for promotion in the future. So, shortly after taking up the job, the two brothers resolutely moved out of the Prime Minister's Mansion and lived in the Dali Temple.
In this way, they have completely broken free from Gu Manqing's control and started a new life.
The East Palace, shrouded in darkness, was exceptionally quiet, and all was still. Amidst this tranquility, a dark figure quietly moved through the palace, deftly avoiding the eyes and ears of the guards and sneaking into Li Jingshu's bedroom like a ghost.
Inside her bedroom, Li Jingshu was sitting alone by her bed, lost in thought. Suddenly, she sensed a strange presence approaching, raising her alarm. When she looked up, she was startled by the sight before her—a mysterious figure in black had entered the room.
Li Jingshu's heartbeat instantly accelerated. However, when the man in black slowly pulled back the black cloth covering his face, her surprise intensified. A beautiful and elegant woman appeared before her. The familiar face made her blurt out, "Xiao Xiao?"
A barely perceptible light flashed in Xiao Xiao's eyes, and then she said softly, "Crown Princess, I have a deal I want to discuss with you." Her voice was low and firm, revealing an unquestionable determination.
Li Jingshu's eyes widened, her heart filled with confusion and shock. She stared at Xiao Xiao, trying to read more information from her expression.
What exactly does she want? Countless questions flooded her mind, but Li Jingshu decided to listen to what Xiao Xiao had to say next.
Xiao Xiao slowly sat down, gracefully picking up the teapot and filling herself with a cup of steaming hot tea. Then, she gently blew away the steam and leisurely savored the fragrant tea.
Li Jingshu, standing by, could no longer suppress her curiosity and doubts. She finally couldn't help but ask, "Tell me, what exactly do we have to discuss?"
Xiao Xiao put down the teacup in her hand, her lips curled up slightly, revealing a sinister smile. She looked directly into Li Jingshu's eyes and said softly, "Crown Princess! I know what you're thinking. You hate Luo Lingyue to the core, and even dream of killing her, right? And I, by chance, can help you!"
Her words were like a sharp sword, piercing Li Jingshu's heart. Li Jingshu couldn't help but feel a shock in her heart, but she quickly regained her composure. She looked at Xiao Xiao warily and asked, "Why are you helping me? What's your purpose? What good will it bring to you if I kill Luo Lingyue?"
Xiao Xiao's face was as gloomy as water, and she said in a cold voice, "Okay, then I'll be frank. My purpose in coming to the capital this time is not only to form an alliance with the royal family, but more importantly, to ruin Xiao Jinghan's marriage!"
Li Jingshu nodded in understanding and said, "So that's how it is. You're worried that once Xiao Jinghan gets the support of the Luo family army, his power will be even greater!"
Xiao Xiao nodded in agreement and continued, "That's right, we can't get rid of Xiao Jinghan at all! Emperor Wen has sent a large number of secret guards to protect him. If Xiao Jinghan goes to Nanyi after his wedding, not only will we be unable to assassinate him, but we will also need to do our utmost to protect his safety! Therefore, the safest way right now is to make his bride disappear before he gets married!"
Li Jingshu's eyes revealed a hint of coldness, and she responded indifferently: "Then how do you plan to help me achieve my goal?"
Xiao Xiao's lips curled up slightly as she answered firmly, "Of course I have my own methods. I will poison Luo Lingyue! And I also know that you are looking for someone proficient in witchcraft. When the time is right, you can come and lend me a hand!"
Li Jingshu smiled slightly, a smile that held a sinister and cunning tone, and replied softly, "Very good! It's a deal then!"
Night fell over the Wu'an Palace, and a peaceful silence reigned. Xiao Xiao hurried back to the palace and carefully released a well-trained pigeon. The pigeon flapped its wings high in the darkness, darting out of the city.
However, the pigeon had barely flown out of the city gate when a dark figure swooped down from a tall tree and, like a ghost, quickly reached out and grabbed the pigeon. It was none other than Blood Shadow, agile and graceful, his movements seemingly blending seamlessly into the darkness.
Blood Shadow gently removed the letter tied to the pigeon's leg and read it carefully in the dim moonlight. After reading the letter, he smiled slightly and tied it back to the pigeon's leg. Then he gently stroked the pigeon's head and whispered, "Little one, be careful on your journey. Don't let the ferocious eagle eat you!" Then he let go of the pigeon and let it continue to fly.
Watching the pigeon disappear in the night sky, Blood Shadow turned and walked towards Dragon Bone Mountain.
At dawn, just as the sky was turning pale, Dark Moon Fairy appeared like a ghost on Dragon Bone Mountain. Meanwhile, Mu San, Ghost Hand, and Sword Spirit of the Dark Moon Pavilion were sitting around a shabby table, each with a serious expression, their account books tightly clutched in their hands, quietly awaiting Dark Moon Fairy's arrival.
Dark Moon Fairy walked to the table with an expressionless face, sat down gently, reached out her delicate hand to pick up an account book, and began to carefully flip through it. However, after turning a few pages, her eyes suddenly became sharp, and with a flick of her wrist, several silver needles flashing with cold light shot towards the beams like lightning.
A dark figure nimbly dodged these deadly hidden weapons and then lightly jumped down from the beam. The moment his feet touched the ground, the ground seemed to tremble slightly.
"You woman, you want to kill me every time we meet!" Blood Shadow stared at Dark Moon Enchantress with gritted teeth.
The corners of Dark Moon Enchantress's mouth rose slightly, outlining a cold and disdainful smile: "Blood Shadow, you actually tried to eavesdrop on the secrets of our Dark Moon Pavilion? Don't you know the consequences of doing so?" There was a hint of majesty and warning in her voice.
Blood Shadow snorted disapprovingly. His gaze was fixed on Dark Moon Fairy, and he responded without flinching, "Dark Moon Fairy, I haven't come here to offend you. I have something extremely important to tell you!"
Dark Moon Fairy narrowed her eyes slightly, a hint of doubt flashing through them, but she still waved her hand to signal the others to leave. After they had left, she looked back at Blood Shadow and calmly asked, "What is so important?"
Xueying looked serious and said in a solemn tone: "Xiao Xiao plans to poison Xiao Jinghan!" His words exploded in the ears of Dark Moon Fairy like thunder.
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