Xie Yizhi's previously cold expression suddenly froze, his eyes narrowed slightly, and he asked in a low voice, "Lu Tingyue, there's another child?"
“That’s right!” Jiang Luoluo said solemnly as she recounted to Xie Yizhi in detail what Lu Tingyue had instructed Jiang Muyan to do in secret.
Xie Yizhi's brows softened slightly after hearing this. He hadn't expected Jiang Luoluo to have such a fruitful visit to the Vice Minister of Revenue's residence today.
He secretly admired her; this girl was truly clever.
Last time, he casually mentioned that Jiang Muyan was connected with the Prince of Yan, and she kept this clue in mind. Today, she took advantage of Jiang Yunjiao's behavior to make a big fuss and trick Jiang Muyan.
First, he easily obtained 100,000 taels of silver from Jiang Muyan, and then cleverly extracted such important confidential information.
Xie Yizhi's lips curled up slightly, his tone revealing a hint of sincere admiration, "Miss Jiang, you are truly quick-witted and exceptionally intelligent. I am ashamed to admit my inferiority."
Jiang Luoluo felt a little embarrassed by his serious praise, and her cheeks flushed slightly.
She felt a little uneasy, but Xie Yizhi had no idea that her judgment was based entirely on her knowledge of the plot of "Yan Xing Jiu Tian" that she had read before her transmigration.
If we're really talking about strategy and tactics, this handsome and resourceful young prince is definitely superior.
She waved her hand, "Your Highness is too kind. I was only fortunate to receive your guidance. Today, I just took the opportunity to trick Jiang Muyan, and it turned out to be a lucky accident."
As she spoke, Jiang Luoluo glanced at Xie Yizhi discreetly. Seeing his calm expression, she felt slightly relieved, but still asked tentatively, "Your Highness, if the Prince of Yan's child is a boy... you'll have another enemy!"
Xie Yizhi curled his lips into a cold smile, "We'll meet force with force and water with earth. Besides, with such a powerful ally as you, what is there to fear?"
As he spoke, his gaze became deep and gentle, as if a thousand words were hidden in his eyes, as he stared intently at Jiang Luoluo, "Could it be that Miss Jiang is afraid of forming an alliance with me?"
Their eyes met in mid-air, and they stared at each other silently.
For a fleeting moment, Jiang Luoluo felt as if her heart was pounding like a drum, and her breathing became rapid.
After a long while, she hurriedly looked away and gazed out the window. She pretended to be relaxed and said, "With such a capable and resourceful ally as the Prince by my side, why would I be afraid!"
Xie Yizhi was already used to Jiang Luoluo's perfunctory and half-hearted praise.
Even though there was a hint of fear in her eyes, and even though she was always wary of him, she still pretended to be nonchalant.
Her concealment and distrust sent chills down Xie Yizhi's spine, but he always hid these emotions well, keeping them buried deep in his heart without showing any emotion.
As night falls and the city lights come on, the area outside Zuiyue Tower is bustling with activity. The shouts of street vendors fill the air, and the lively, bustling atmosphere of the marketplace permeates the entire street.
Xie Yizhi suggested sending Jiang Luoluo back to her residence, and Jiang Luoluo did not refuse, nodding and smiling in agreement.
Jiang Luoluo sat inside the carriage, the wheels slowly rolling over the bluestone road, moving steadily and smoothly.
But she couldn't calm her mind; the subtle emotions surging within her spread outwards like ripples.
She couldn't help but lift a corner of the carriage curtain and peek outside at the tall, slender figure riding a large horse, dressed in a black robe.
His back was straight as a pine tree, as if shutting out all the noise of the world.
The unexpected flutter in Jiang Luoluo's heart had just begun to sprout when she forcefully suppressed it.
She silently reminded herself that Xie Yizhi's ending was not good, especially since he still had a beloved princess.
She told herself that there are countless heroes and handsome men in the world, and she must not be deceived by this appearance.
Xie Yizhi noticed the faint, elusive gaze from behind the carriage curtain, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.
He shifted slightly, and out of the corner of his eye, he saw a small hand behind the curtain hastily retract, as if it had done something wrong.
He scoffed inwardly. Wasn't he quite bold and relaxed when he called someone "Brother Xiao" just now?
Why is it that when it comes to me, I don't even dare to look openly? Does he not allow me to look at him at all?
The carriage slowly drove to the front of General Weiyuan's mansion, the wheels rolling over the bluestone road, making a low rumbling sound.
Xie Yizhi nimbly dismounted, his black robes fluttering slightly in the night breeze.
He walked steadily to the carriage, bent down slightly, and gently reached his long, slender hand into the carriage.
Jiang Luoluo looked down and saw a large hand with distinct joints and calloused palms, exuding a steady strength.
She was slightly taken aback, but still gently placed her hand on his. The moment his palm enveloped her fingertips, Jiang Luoluo felt a strange emotion arise in her heart.
The warm touch spread from her fingertips, seemingly piercing through layers of disguise and striking her heart directly. Her heart pounded uncontrollably, throwing her into disarray.
She took a deep breath, trying to hide her panic, but still felt her ears turn slightly red.
Suddenly, she looked up at Xie Yizhi. His eyebrows and eyes appeared soft and deep under the lamplight, as if he had unintentionally taken in the night.
Jiang Luoluo quickly lowered her eyelashes, afraid that if she looked any longer, the flutter in her heart would be completely exposed.
Jiang Luoluo said softly, "Thank you, Your Highness. Please wait a moment. I have something to give you."
Xie Yizhi nodded slightly, his voice low but gentle: "Okay."
A moment later, Jiang Luoluo ran out quickly, holding a cloak in her arms, with a faint smile on her face.
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