Luo Lingyue took the blood jade bracelet, carefully examining its delicate patterns and gentle sheen. A complex wave of emotions welled up within her. Her brows furrowed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure. A faint smile played on her lips as she asked, "What makes you so sure I'd be drawn into this chaos? Is it simply because the Eighth Princess and I are close friends?" Her words were tinged with teasing and mockery.
After hesitating for a long time, Li Xuelan finally spoke up, "The person the Eighth Princess initially asked for help was actually our eldest sister, but not only did she not lend a hand, she even severely humiliated her."
Luo Lingyue narrowed her eyes slightly and said with a half-smile, "Since even your eldest sister is unwilling to get involved in this mess, why bother provoking the Eighth Princess?"
Li Xuelan gritted her teeth and replied indignantly: "Although we are only concubines of the Prime Minister's Mansion, we have an irreconcilable feud with the people in the Prime Minister's Mansion for killing our mother! Since Li Jingshu is unwilling to do this, then we sisters must help the Eighth Princess fulfill her wish. Only in this way, our brother and I can rely on the Eighth Princess to rise to prominence and become successful!" At the end, her eyes flashed with a firm and resolute light.
After listening to this, Luo Lingyue clapped her hands lightly, a faint smile on her face, and said softly, "I admire those who have clear goals and strong will, but this is far from enough. If you want to convince me to help, you need to think carefully about how to impress me."
Li Xuelan was silent for a moment, took a deep breath, and slowly spoke, "I'm well aware of the long-standing grudge between Li Jingshu and Miss Luo. She has repeatedly plotted to frame you. Now, even the Eighth Princess harbors resentment towards Li Jingshu. It's true that enemies often see eye to eye. As the saying goes, the enemy of my enemy is my friend. We can definitely work together. Furthermore, the Queen and the Crown Prince have already abandoned the Eighth Princess, and I'm afraid she won't be able to show them any favor in the future. If the Eighth Princess can return to the Queen's care, she will surely be a powerful aid to Miss Luo!"
Luo Lingyue nodded slightly in agreement, a flicker of admiration in her eyes as she replied, "Well, you're indeed a clever person! In that case, I'll agree to this matter! As for other matters, you don't need to worry about them! Oh, and I must remind you of one more thing: the Prime Minister's Mansion is like a den of dragons and tigers, full of dangers. If you encounter something difficult to deal with, don't hesitate to come to me for help!"
The two sisters thanked Luo Lingyue repeatedly: "Thank you, Miss Luo! If you need us in the future, please feel free to ask us to do anything!" After that, the two sisters left with many thanks.
After the two sisters left, Liuli asked Luo Lingyue suspiciously, "Miss, the Queen and the Crown Prince have both remained silent on the Eighth Princess's matter. If we were to intervene rashly, the Minister of Justice would surely regard our General's Mansion as a thorn in his side!"
Luo Lingyue raised the corner of her mouth slightly, revealing a disdainful smile: "Even if we ignore this, will the Minister of Justice be on good terms with my General's Mansion? Don't forget, we are the King of Qin's people, how could he let us go easily! It's okay, and relax, about the matter of the Eighth Princess, I have my own way to let the Queen and the Prince handle it properly." When she said this, her eyes were firm and confident, as if everything was under control.
As the sun sets and night deepens, the Zhang Mansion, illuminated by the afterglow, appears exceptionally peaceful. However, in this seemingly tranquil atmosphere, a beautiful sight suddenly appears in the sky outside the walls of the Zhang Mansion: a colorful and beautifully shaped kite takes off.
Watching the kite soar freely, Chu Caiwei couldn't help but burst into tears. At this critical moment, she knew that only Luo Lingyue could help her so thoughtfully. This friendship was like the warm sunshine on a winter's day, warming her heart.
At that moment, Chu Caiwei's mood was like that kite, light and cheerful. She knew that no matter what difficulties she encountered, as long as Luo Lingyue was by her side, she could face them bravely. And the kite seemed to have become a symbol of their friendship, a witness to their mutual trust and support.
Night fell quietly, shrouding the entire Zhang Mansion in darkness. The backyard was utterly silent. Suddenly, a red figure leaped from the high backyard wall like a ghost, landing without a sound. The woman in the red dress glided lightly through the darkness, walking straight towards Chu Caiwei's room as if walking on flat ground.
Arriving at the door, the woman gently pushed it open, slipped inside, and closed the door behind her. In the dim moonlight, one could vaguely make out the pretty face of the woman in the red dress, but her eyes revealed a cold and mysterious expression. She quietly walked to Chu Caiwei's bedside and gazed silently at her sleeping form.
After a moment, the woman lowered her voice and whispered, "Eighth Princess, wake up... I am the Dark Moon Pavilion's master, Dark Moon Fairy. I've been entrusted by Luo Lingyue to come and help you. Here's a pill, please take it. In five days it will be Li Jingshu's coming-of-age ceremony. Then, you'll be free and out of this sea of suffering!"
After saying this, Dark Moon Fairy handed the pill to Chu Caiwei. Chu Caiwei dazedly opened her eyes, looking at the strange woman and the pill in her hand, her heart filled with confusion and fear. However, when she heard the name "Luo Lingyue," a glimmer of hope flashed in her eyes.
Chu Caiwei's hands were trembling as she carefully took the pill from the other person. Her eyes were full of confusion and fear, and she asked in a trembling voice, "Is this...is this a fake death drug?" Her eyes were fixed on the pill in her hand, as if it were a bomb that could explode at any time.
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