Chapter 24: Escape from the Assassination
Xiao Heng arrived very quickly, and he arrived as soon as the guards in the mansion made any movement.
Looking at the two people standing under the eaves, looking a little embarrassed—the emperor with his slightly wrinkled black dragon robe, and Yun Zhao with her hair loose and her skirt dusty—Xiao Heng's eyes fixed on them and he quickly dismissed his attendants: "Royal brother, Ah Zhao, please come this way."
Xiao Jin walked ahead, his tone neither gloomy nor sad, "The people in Seventh Brother's house are very discerning and loyal. They even recognize a little maidservant beside me so clearly."
Xiao Heng glanced at Yun Zhao, who was following behind with lowered brows and submissive eyes, and explained frankly: "A Zhao has been to the mansion several times before, so the servants will naturally recognize her."
Xiao Jin paused, glancing sideways at Yun Zhao. "Weren't you quite eloquent in scolding me just now? Are you speechless now?"
Yun Zhao immediately looked up, her eyes as innocent as a frightened deer: "Your Majesty, please understand! How dare I be so presumptuous in front of His Royal Highness the Prince of Jin? I have never scolded Your Majesty! Your Majesty is wise and brave, and your martial arts are unparalleled. I admire you so much, how dare I be disrespectful?" Her voice was so sincere and earnest.
Ha! Xiao Jin's mouth twitched twice, and his back teeth clenched with a clattering sound.
Who is this person who is constantly being called a "dog emperor" and a "tyrant"? Is he a ghost?!
If the Yun family hadn't taken over their military power, if this damned mind-reading ability hadn't allowed them to see into the future... he would have killed this lying little liar along with the Yun family...
"That's better!" Xiao Jin suppressed his anger, his voice cold, "If I hear you say anything disrespectful again, I will execute you without mercy!"
[Kill, kill, kill! Do you know anything else besides killing people?! I should have shot you like a hedgehog! I sprained my ankle saving you, you dog emperor, and my elbow is burning! You heartless, ungrateful bastard!]
The villain in Yun Zhao’s heart roared wildly.
Just as Xiao Jin was about to explode, Xiao Heng frowned and spoke, "Royal brother, Ah Zhao has been well-educated and respectful since childhood. How could he speak so harshly? You must have misheard."
Xiao Jin took a deep breath and decided to divert the fire: "I was just attacked and took shelter here. I hope I didn't disturb you."
"Assassinated?!" Xiao Heng stopped abruptly and his face changed drastically.
[See how naive Xiao Heng is! He never imagined that it was his beloved fifth brother, the King of Qin, who did it!]
"Is your Majesty injured? I will call the imperial physician right away!" Xiao Heng's voice was tense.
"I'm fine."
[The one in trouble is me, the poor little guy who was so loyal to his master but was despised, okay?!] Yun Zhao rolled his eyes inwardly.
Xiao Heng breathed a sigh of relief: "That's good." Then his eyes fell on Yun Zhao with concern.
Xiao Jin, however, took the initiative and said coldly, "She? She's clumsy, maybe she got a few scratches. The daughter of Duke Yun taught her... Tsk, a daughter of a general? I'm afraid she's the worst, right?"
Yun Zhao: "..." [You dog emperor! Will you die if you don't insult me?! You feel uncomfortable if you don't act like a jerk for a day, right?]
Xiao Heng's face instantly darkened. He actually walked past the emperor and grabbed Yun Zhao's wrist, saying urgently, "Where are you hurt? Let me see! Someone, call the palace doctor! Quick!"
He dragged Yun Zhao towards the side hall, muttering something in a low voice as he walked. His voice was not loud, but it was clear enough for Xiao Jin to hear: "I've told you so many times! Take care of yourself when things get tough! Who cares about other people's lives?"
Yun Zhao almost couldn't hold back his laughter.
[Puff! Well done! Make him mad! Look at your popularity, you dog emperor!]
Yun Zhao caught a glimpse of Xiao Jin's face behind him, which instantly turned as dark as the bottom of a pot. The little devil in his heart danced happily.
The side hall next door.
Yun Zhao retracted his hand somewhat embarrassedly: "It's really nothing, just a scrape on my elbow. It will be fine in a couple of days."
Xiao Heng refused to listen. As soon as the court doctor trotted in with the medicine box, he snatched the ointment from him and said, "What are you waiting for? I'll do it!"
Without saying anything, he carefully rolled up Yun Zhao's sleeve, revealing the scrape on his elbow. He gently applied the medicine and subconsciously leaned in to blow gently.
A warm breath brushed across the wound, and Yun Zhao's ears felt slightly hot.
And at this moment, through a half-open carved door——
Xiao Jin, who was "accidentally" strolling towards the door, took in the entire scene. Seeing Xiao Heng's focused and gentle expression and the way he gently blew on his wound, a nameless evil fire "swooshed" into his heart, burning him to the point of losing his sanity!
He turned abruptly, facing the side hall, and said in a voice as cold as ice: "Yun Zhao! I want to go back to the palace! What are you still hesitating about?! It's just a minor wound, it won't kill you!"
[I can’t die, but I can be pissed off to death by you!] Yun Zhao complained inwardly.
"Yes, I'll be right there." She put down her sleeves swiftly and walked out quickly.
Xiao Jin stared at her, his face so gloomy that water could drip out of it.
Yun Zhao stood still with his head down, pretending to be dead.
At this time, Xiao Heng followed out, his expression frank but with unquestionable insistence: "Royal brother, Ah Zhao is injured and should not travel. Why not rest in my mansion tonight? It won't be too late to return to the palace tomorrow!"
Xiao Jin's "Is that so?" was like an ice-hardened hook, falling heavily.
[Oh, you describe the people of Qumo in such a refreshing and refined way! The dog emperor's face is thicker than the palace walls!]
However, living in Prince Jin's Mansion? It's indeed not suitable.
Yun Zhao forced a fake smile, resigned to his fate. "Yes, Your Majesty is right. The ladies in the harem are still waiting for you to pick their names. There's no time to waste!"
[Flipping cards every day will eventually make even the strongest kidneys fail! Ha! I wish you a speedy recovery from kidney deficiency!]
Xiao Heng had no choice but to stuff the ointment into Yun Zhao's hand. His voice was gentle but unyielding: "Take it and apply it on time. Girl, don't leave a scar."
"Thank you, Your Highness." Yun Zhao thanked him sincerely. This was much more heartwarming than the dog emperor's "determination to execute without mercy".
"Between you and me, there's no need for thanks." Xiao Heng waved his hand and ordered, "Prepare the carriage! I will escort my brother back to the palace."
Xiao Jin had a meaningful sneer on his lips, his eyes wandering between the two of them. "Seventh brother, you are so caring towards my maid... If the King of Qin saw this, he would probably be jealous."
[Jealous? That bastard Prince Qin, who knows where he's secretly meeting Su Mingli right now! Zhaixing Tower is so close to Ci'an Palace, it's very convenient! The bastard emperor must have a green meadow above his head, and he's still worrying about others being jealous! Puff!] Yun Zhao's inner villain was rolling on the floor with laughter.
Xiao Heng said righteously, "Your Majesty, you worry too much. This minister and A'Zhao acted uprightly and never overstepped the bounds. Your Majesty, the Prince of Qin, is a sensible man and will certainly not get angry over such a trivial matter."
[Alas, Daye's most innocent little white rabbit! His death in his previous life was so tragic... Bodhisattva, may you live a long life in this life!]
Xiao Jin seemed to be choking on something. He quickened his pace and said in a harsh tone, "Hurry up! I have a mountain of memorials to review!"
[So anxious? Are you missing your Su Meiren? Perfect! Let's hurry back and catch them in the act! Haha! We're about to have a good show!]
Yun Zhao was so happy that he felt as if he had already seen the exciting scene of King Qin and Su Mingli being caught.
The carriage was bumpy on the way back to the palace.
At the palace gate, Zhang Fuan and a few young eunuchs stood respectfully with their hands hanging down, looking as usual, as if the emperor had just gone out for a walk.
Yun Zhao silently praised: "Master! This is a true genius! He remained calm and collected, keeping quiet. He saved the Emperor's face while also appearing composed. You must learn from him!"
Xiao Jin got out of the car without even looking at Zhang Fuan. He just coldly said, his voice not loud, but it made the air around them freeze instantly: "When did the King of Qin...enter the palace?"
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