They returned to the Second Prince's residence.
Xiao Xiyou didn't actually have anything too serious to do, except that there definitely needed to be a solution to the problem between the Empress and the Third Prince.
Zhou Zhizhi is now the target of public criticism.
She had done a few things for the emperor before.
They're either wary of her, or they want to get rid of her as soon as possible.
"Your Highness, you've arrived?"
The housekeeper said to simply invite them back.
Xiao Xiyou sat in the study, looking at the siblings who looked so alike, and felt a mix of emotions.
"Zhou Zhizhi, you may sleep in my study tonight."
Zhou Zhizhi, who was drinking tea, choked a little.
Now, her face flushed red, she covered her mouth and looked at the person in front of her with an insecure expression.
What's wrong with this guy?
She really couldn't understand how this person was doing it.
I was originally going to stay in this palace tonight.
But I never expected it to go so smoothly.
She was still a little incredulous, especially since the study was right next to the Second Prince's bedroom.
So, I really don't know what the second prince is thinking.
Could it be that he knows what I'm thinking?
After hesitating for a moment, Zhou Zhizhi glanced at the Second Prince again, but he didn't say anything.
"Your Highness, perhaps I should return to my own residence?"
Zhou Zhizhi smiled somewhat awkwardly.
It really was just a test.
If I hadn't protected him properly this time, and the Second Prince hadn't died, I would have lost more than half of my points.
With more than half of those points deducted, they won't last long.
If the Second Prince dies, then I will be completely dead as well.
How could these things possibly actually happen?
She will definitely try to stop it as soon as possible.
Hearing Zhou Zhizhi's resistance, Xiao Xiyou was originally thinking of trying to persuade her again.
But after thinking about it, I'm really angry.
His face immediately fell.
Do you think I want you to stay here?
"Don't you know your own situation right now?"
"Zhou Zhizhi, you'd better think carefully before you answer!"
Xiao Xiyou has a rather volatile temper.
Now that he's been rejected, he's even more furious and embarrassed.
Zhou Zhizhi was a little scared, but she didn't dare to say anything more.
I might as well just accept it, since who can afford to offend this guy?
After Xiao Xiyou finished speaking, he didn't hear anyone else talking, and then he started to summarize.
"If there are no further objections, then I will have someone make a bed for you here tonight."
"My study is not a place where anyone can sleep whenever they want."
He spoke with extreme arrogance, as if Zhou Zhizhi had set up his study and he had received some great favor.
Zhou Zhizhi was unhappy, but she didn't dare to provoke such a ruthless man.
"As for Amu, I'll send him back in a bit."
"He's also quite..."
Zhou Zhizhi didn't say it out loud for fear of hurting the child's self-esteem.
But having lived in those alleyways for so long, I hadn't taken care of myself for a long time.
Xiao Xiyou waved his hand: "Don't be afraid, do you think there are fewer men than women in my palace?"
"Uncle Chen, have the old woman at home make a few clothes that are the same size as this child."
"Make a few first."
"Let's check again to see if there are any clothes that any servants in the family have worn before. Bring over a few pieces."
Zhou Zhizhi breathed a slight sigh of relief after hearing this.
I adopted Amu, so I can't just let him be like this, especially since it's quite cold outside.
"In that case, thank you in advance, Your Highness. But Amu will not be staying at the palace tonight."
This can be considered the last line of defense, since there will definitely be some danger tonight.
I'm really worried about leaving Amu, a little kid, here.
Zhou Zhizhi spoke very seriously, leaving no room for negotiation.
After thinking about it carefully, Xiao Xiyou nodded: "Indeed, in that case, let's pack up and send it back after dinner this afternoon."
"And you, I have something even more important to tell you."
Xiao Xiyou felt a terrible headache whenever he thought about it.
Zhou Zhizhi nodded very seriously, feeling that there were some things she might need to discuss with the Second Prince.
A little guidance will give you a general understanding and hopefully prevent you from panicking when the time comes.
After everyone left, Amu was taken downstairs to wash up and change clothes.
There are only the two of them in the study now.
Xiao Xiyou looked at Zhou Zhizhi sitting opposite him with a very indifferent expression.
After a long pause, he slowly opened his mouth.
"Zhou Zhizhi, do you know you're about to die?"
Xiao Xiyou's words were quite direct, and his tone was particularly cold.
Zhou Zhizhi had no idea what this meant.
"ah?"
For a moment, she was stunned.
Isn't this what I was going to say to the Second Prince?
Why is the Second Prince telling me this now?
What are you saying?
"Is Your Highness drunk?"
I have no idea what's wrong with this person.
Xiao Xiyou snorted coldly and slowly picked up the teacup placed next to him.
“I know very well who you worked for before, and not only I know, but the Empress and the Third Prince also know very well.”
Upon hearing this, Zhou Zhizhi's heart suddenly skipped a beat.
Xiao Xiyou has always been very clear about this.
Sometimes people just choose not to talk about it; they're not blind.
Xiao Xiyou snorted coldly when he saw Zhou Zhizhi's appearance.
"Neither I nor they are blind."
"Zhou Zhizhi, now that my father is in this state, do you think you still have any protection?"
When Zhou Zhizhi thought about this, she felt rather down.
Knowing that he was likely to be bullied by others, he never imagined that he would be seen through so easily.
"What does the Second Prince want?"
"Isn't Xia Guan's affection for you enough to explain everything?"
Since they can't fool them, they'll have to resort to emotional appeals.
I've managed to gain a lot of goodwill from the Second Prince during this time; I'm really quite the sycophant.
Even if you want to wipe them out completely, you should still remember the good things that happened before.
Xiao Xiyou smiled faintly; he had already seen through this tactic very clearly long ago.
"I actually think you are a useful person."
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