Mermaid Queen: "???"
Is there something wrong with this guy?
If it were anyone else in this situation, being held hostage, they would probably be eager to get rid of me, this plague, but he still wants to take me to find suitable clothes.
Thinking of this, her expression turned cold, and she held the dagger to Zu An's neck: "Heh, so you're planning to lead me into some kind of trap to gain merit, aren't you?"
Zuan chuckled inwardly; the skin tone of her fair wrist, peeking out from her sleeve, was noticeably different from her palms and face.
Her face was quite ordinary-looking, and her skin tone was somewhat sallow. She also noticed that she had made her hands the same color, but she didn't notice the flaw that was showing on her wrists.
I can only say that she has some acting skills, but not many.
Back when they first met Shang Hongyu, she was also someone who loved to disguise herself. Jing Teng was even more ruthless; he was clearly a beautiful girl, but he transformed himself into a ghost king who made people tremble with fear.
Every woman I've encountered is such a drama queen.
Seeing that the other party did not answer, but instead had a strange expression, the Mermaid Queen suddenly frowned slightly: "Why are you laughing?"
"I wasn't laughing!" Feeling the pressure from the other person's dagger, Zu An was startled, wondering if his acting skills had deteriorated to this extent.
"You may not be smiling on your face, but your eyes are," the Mermaid Queen said coldly.
Zuan was startled, never expecting the other party to be so sensitive to emotions. He could only explain, "It's mainly because our daily lives as guards are too dull and boring. Situations like this usually only happen in storybooks and plays, and only when the protagonist encounters them. That's why I'm a little happy when I think of this."
Mermaid Queen: "???"
The reason was so outrageous that she thought it might be true, since a normal person couldn't come up with such an absurd answer.
She carefully examined the guard. He was tall and imposing, but his face was quite ordinary, and his strength was weak. Such a guard was probably the most ordinary and inconspicuous type in the Dragon Palace. Normally, she would not even give him a second glance if she encountered him.
Unconsciously, a hint of pity appeared in her eyes. This little guard was not only timid, but also seemed to be full of all sorts of bizarre fantasies; in short, he had something wrong with his head.
But this is just right, so she won't have to resort to coercion and bribery.
"It's really not a trap? You want to notify others to arrest me?"
Zu An shook his head like a rattle drum: "Absolutely not. You are a female knight who can move swiftly and freely. You even dared to break into the Dragon Palace. Your cultivation must be very high. My skills are so low. How could I dare to lie to you?"
"Besides, I only earn a few hundred ordinary spirit stones a month, why should I risk my life?"
The mermaid queen gave a soft snort before sheathing her dagger.
He silently added a comment in his mind: this guard was not only cowardly and afraid of death, but also prone to daydreaming and a bit of a chatterbox.
However, his speaking style is indeed quite interesting.
"I've changed my mind. Don't bother finding me clothes to change into. Just take me to the Four Directions Hall."
"Huh?" Zuan was secretly delighted, but on the surface he was very reluctant. "You'll be exposed if you don't have suitable clothes."
Seeing the other party's hesitation, the Mermaid Queen secretly rejoiced: "Alright, I have my own way."
Mermaids have a special talent: after refining their own natal scales, they can freely transform into any style of clothing.
She had only thought of borrowing the other person's clothes because she didn't want to reveal her identity, but when she heard that the other person wanted to find another guard's clothes for her, she subconsciously resisted, and was also worried that the other person was trying to cheat her.
Although I am not afraid, it would be troublesome if I delayed the rescue of Princess Peacock.
"Can I not go?" Zu'an asked with a mournful face, his expression clearly showing his predicament.
He secretly sighed to himself that he needed to pay more attention to his image, given his current status and the long period of tension he had been under.
Having an idol image to maintain sometimes prevents you from expressing yourself freely.
It's better this way. Nobody knows who I am, so I don't have to worry about what I do. There's a strange sense of ease about it.
It seems I really am a born actor. If I ever get the chance to go back to Earth, I'll definitely go into the entertainment industry and teach those young heartthrobs and pretty girls what acting is all about.
Seeing that the other person was clearly afraid, yet there was also a hint of excitement deep in their eyes, the Mermaid Queen was somewhat speechless.
The young guard clearly didn't want to go, but deep down he had a strange sense of anticipation.
Another child poisoned by theatrical literature.
He's bad at games but loves to play.
"If you don't go, you'll die!" the mermaid queen threatened.
"Don't be impulsive, heroine. I'll go." Zu An quickly changed his mind.
Seeing his pleading look, the Mermaid Queen felt inexplicably relieved: "Lead the way!"
She needed to save people, but it was inconvenient to do it alone; it would be much easier if someone helped her.
She felt a pang of sadness. She was, after all, a dignified mermaid queen, yet at this crucial moment, she couldn't trust anyone and had to randomly find a passerby guard to cooperate with her.
Of course, I can trust my personal maid, but I don't want to bring her along in this dangerous situation. Besides, she's lazy and doesn't like to cultivate, so bringing her along would only be a burden and could easily expose my identity.
"Heroine, you wouldn't be thinking of using me and then killing me after you've done your thing, would you?" The guard walking ahead suddenly spoke, interrupting her thoughts.
The mermaid queen's lips curled slightly upward: "Don't worry, as long as you cooperate, I won't kill you!"
"But don't make me do anything weird, or I'll be punished and beheaded if they investigate later," Zu'an said cautiously.
The Mermaid Queen snorted coldly: "If you utter another word, believe me, I'll sew your mouth shut!"
She appeared to be very angry, but in reality, she was not truly enraged.
Strangely enough, being with this young guard made her feel much better.
Although she doesn't wear a mask on ordinary days, the title of the most beautiful woman in the sea tribe carries a heavy burden. She is surrounded by men with ulterior motives who lust after her body, but each of them is a powerful overlord who dominates a region. She can only try to deal with them.
Back then, wasn't I also wearing a mask?
Wearing a mask physically allows me to let go of all inhibitions and be my true self.
Although this little guard has many flaws, he doesn't seem like a bad person. If this rescue makes it impossible for him to stay in the Dragon Palace, I'll take him back to the Mermaid Clan to be my own guard.
Hmph, when he finds out my true identity and sees my real appearance, his expression will be quite interesting.
No, I can't let him know my real identity. I'll find some other reason to transfer him here later.
Merfolk are predominantly female, so with so many beautiful girls around, he'll surely find a good match. Consider this his reward for helping this time.
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