Xu Yixing observed carefully and found that among these people, those who made the beds and folded the quilts were all wearing palace uniforms, while those who were responsible for sweeping and arranging vases and utensils were dressed like palace maids from the outer palace. There was an old maid in charge of the overall command.
If she guessed correctly, these palace servants were sent by a noble to clean up the outer palace in advance. In this case, they could only be from the royal family, such as the Empress or the Prince.
Because although the officials lived with the emperor in the outer palace, they were not allowed to bring their own luggage. After all, they were returning directly from the palace on the other side of the altar, so at most they could bring some underwear, not even vases.
But why so late?
You have to know that tomorrow is the official day. Generally, if there is a big event in the palace, preparations will be made at least a month in advance. Things like bedding must be prepared three days in advance.
Could it be that he is an unfavored master who was temporarily arranged here?
Although he was very reluctant, a name popped up in Xu Yixing's mind at the first moment: Oh my God, could this be Lu Anyuan's residence?
No, no, no, these vases and glass screens are obviously not Lu Anyuan's style.
Thank God, the owner of the house is probably a woman.
The palace servants quickly cleaned up everything in the hall, lit incense in the central incense burner, and then left. They hadn't taken a single step in their direction the entire time, apparently having been instructed not to open the cabinet.
Not long after the palace servants left, there was some more noise outside the door. Xu Yixing took a look through the crack and immediately shrank back into the corner of the cabinet and pretended to be dead.
It’s the person who just tied me up!
There seemed to be someone behind him, but Xu Yixing didn't dare to look any longer. Fortunately, he didn't let Ying Jiu stay here, otherwise this master would definitely be discovered here.
The man opened the lock, took Xu Yixing out and threw her on the ground, carefully looking through her knot.
"The knot remains unchanged. No one has moved it."
The man seemed to be reporting to another person, and Xu Yixing broke out in a cold sweat after hearing it: He even checked the knots, he is indeed a powerful character.
"Okay." The man looked at Xu Yixing lying face down on the ground, and said in a playful tone, "Ms. Xu, stop pretending. I know you're not unconscious."
It sounds familiar, but not familiar, maybe just like we've met once or twice.
Xu Yixing cooperated and moved a little, but still closed his eyes and struggled internally: I think you don’t want to be seen!
If you see this, wouldn’t it be considered murder to silence the witness?
"Hahaha! Miss Xu, do you think I don't want you to see me? In fact, I am very happy for you to see me."
After saying that, the expert lifted Xu Yixing from behind and made her sit up. Xu Yixing had no choice but to open her eyes a little. Seeing this, she was so frightened that her eyes widened.
"Woo woo woo!" Xu Yixing called out a name, but unfortunately she forgot that her mouth was still blocked.
The expert took the cloth out of her mouth, and she finally had the chance to call out again, "Fourth Prince?"
The person who came was Lu Anyuan’s biological brother, Ying Fei’s adopted son, and the spokesperson for the legendary second prince.
So he is here, it must be because he is instructed by the Second Prince.
"Hello, Miss Xu, it's been a while since we last met. I don't know how you've been doing. I hope you don't mind taking the liberty of bringing you here today."
Why is the Fourth Prince talking so funny? He kidnapped someone and still hopes that they don't mind. He is really a smiling tiger.
"Your Highness, why did you tie me up?"
The Fourth Prince squatted down and looked at Xu Yixing at eye level, revealing an apologetic expression: "I was entrusted with this task, and I have no choice."
"Who is it?" Without a doubt, it's the second prince!
"You'll be able to see him later. Forgive me for keeping you in suspense."
"So, you let me see your true face, are you planning to kill me to silence me later?" Xu Yixing was now over the shock period. Since the Fourth Prince wanted him to see him so much, and knew that he was working for the Second Prince, he might be trying to distance himself from him.
Xu Yixing had heard that he was responsible for many things that the Second Prince was not comfortable with. Since everyone was involuntarily involved, they had to make things clear. Every wrong has its perpetrator, and every debt has its creditor.
"Does the Second Miss know where this is?"
Xu Yixing didn't answer, but glanced around the room a few times. The Fourth Prince continued, "You're indeed clever. It seems you already know. After all, you were chosen by Father and Madam Jing as the consort for my seventh brother. If you died here, it would be difficult to explain."
As he expected, the Fourth Prince had kidnapped him for other more sinister purposes.
"Someone doesn't want you to marry my seventh brother, so they're doing this today. Don't worry, after this is over, I'll send you back without missing a single hair."
Oh, really? It just so happens that I don’t want to marry your seventh brother. How about we discuss this? You let me go now and I’ll go home to sleep?
Of course, Xu Yixing did not say these words. Even if he did, the Fourth Prince would not believe it. Instead, he would firmly believe that he was making a living for himself.
"Okay, someone will help you dress up in a moment, so please take a rest first."
The Fourth Prince stood up and waved his hand, and the person behind him immediately took out a piece of cloth and covered Xu Yixing's nose.
Xu Yixing was completely unable to react. He only felt that his whole body suddenly became lighter after inhaling, and his soul and body separated and floated up all of a sudden.
Then she saw the master untying her hands and feet, but unfortunately she was now completely unable to move and could only watch their next step with a clear mind.
After confirming that Xu Yixing was unable to move, the Fourth Prince took him away, and an old nanny came in with him.
Without saying a word, she called three or four palace maids, who carried her to the bed. Then she changed her clothes and put on makeup. Even the dagger hidden in her shoe was confiscated.
Seeing the dagger, the old lady hesitated for a moment, then looked at Xu Yixing, who had her eyes wide open and obviously wanted to say something to her. However, remembering her temper, she hardened her heart and continued to put on makeup for her.
Only then did Xu Yixing realize what it meant to shoot himself in the foot. He had just promised Ying Jiu that he would be safe, and now his mistake had come true. He was so sad that he could not even cry.
After putting on this set of makeup, even a fool would know what is waiting for her.
Damn it, the Fourth Prince is planning to make his plan come true and ruin his own reputation!
This was still in the Outer Palace. Even if he was released and rescued afterwards, the rumors alone would be enough to kill him. Not to mention, he would have to explain to everyone how he got into the Outer Palace.
Even if he told the truth, if he was accused of framing the prince, the Xu family might suffer even more misfortune than the Sun family.
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