Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze were escorted out of the palace and headed to the suburbs.
When they arrived in the suburbs, they suddenly felt something was wrong, as if someone was hiding around them.
Xu Yuehuai secretly said to Qi Guze beside her, "Your Highness, could it be that the people who want to kill us are still persistent and are following us around?"
"Are they planning to ambush us halfway through the journey?"
Qi Guze said, "Don't worry, even if someone tries to harm you, I will definitely protect you!"
Xu Yuehuai wasn't particularly afraid. As long as she could be with Qi Guze, there was nothing to worry about.
The two of them held hands, waiting for what would happen next.
Just as they were about to pass a rest pavilion, a strong wind suddenly swept up, blowing many fallen leaves that obscured the eyes of the escorting officials.
The officers quickly drew their longswords and immediately began hacking at the fallen leaves around them.
At that moment, many masked men in black rushed out with swords in hand.
Without uttering a word, the men in black swiftly attacked the officers.
The officers only realized what was happening when they heard someone cry out in pain, and immediately began fighting with the man in black.
At first, the officials didn't realize how formidable the men in black were.
But after they fought for a while, the officers suddenly found themselves at a disadvantage; they were no match for the men in black.
Seeing so many men in black fighting the officials, and not at all aimed at her and Qi Guze, Xu Yuehuai immediately said to Qi Guze, "So these people aren't here to harm us? Are they the prince's men?"
"Did the prince send these people to rescue us?"
If they were escorted to the Underworld Kingdom, it's uncertain whether they would survive the journey.
If we get kidnapped now, we might still have a chance to survive.
Qi Guze shook his head and said, "These people's martial arts style is not my style at all, and I don't know why they came to save us."
"Are you from your side?"
Xu Yuehuai said, "I haven't had anyone contact me either, so who are they?"
All of this was unknown until the officials were overthrown.
After the men in black had dealt with the officials, Xu Yuehuai finally asked, "Whose men are you?"
"Who sent you to rescue us?"
Upon hearing this, the men in black initially remained silent.
After they dispersed to the side, a middle-aged man stepped out from the middle.
When Xu Yuehuai saw the other person, she was somewhat incredulous.
She rushed forward and called out, "Godfather!"
The master of these men in black was none other than Marquis Ningyuan, Xu Yuehuai's adoptive father.
When Marquis Ningyuan saw Xu Yuehuai, he noticed she was wearing only thin prison clothes and quickly ordered someone to bring her some thicker clothes.
After putting the thick clothes on Xu Yuehuai, Marquis Ningyuan spoke.
"I originally thought that I could see you when you came back, but I never expected that the meeting would turn out like this."
"I saved you now because I want to persuade you not to return to the Great Zhou Kingdom. I've discovered that the Emperor wants to deal with you. If you go back this time, he'll probably keep you locked up again, or find some excuse to sentence you directly."
"You should go to other countries! That way you'll at least have a chance to survive!"
Xu Yuehuai asked, "Father, what exactly happened? Why did the Emperor do this?"
"Could it be that someone told the Emperor that we have done something wrong?"
Marquis Ningyuan said, "I don't know exactly what happened, but His Majesty has indeed been making a lot of moves lately, dealing with many of the Regent's people. Now there are very few people around the Regent in the court. You should leave here as soon as possible."
Qi Guze felt a little strange after hearing this.
Why were so many of the people he had placed in the court suddenly removed by the emperor?
Could it be that someone betrayed him?
Aside from the existence of an inside traitor, Qi Guze couldn't think of any other reason.
That was done by an inside traitor. They have no choice but to leave now, otherwise they will surely be dealt with by the Emperor of the Great Zhou Kingdom.
Xu Yuehuai was worried about what would happen to her relatives after she left.
Qi Guze also saw Xu Yuehuai's worries and said, "After we leave here, I will send someone to make it look like we were burned to death on the spot. Then, even if the Emperor wants to do something to the people around us, he won't have any grounds to do so."
"Once this period of turmoil has passed, I will send people to pick them all up and take them to other places."
This method is particularly good; it can conceal their whereabouts and also ensure the safety of those around them.
This is a good thing for all of them.
Marquis Ningyuan nodded in agreement, "The Regent's idea is excellent. Go ahead and do it this way. I will also help you when the time comes."
"After you leave here, if you want to go somewhere, remember to inform me, and I will send people to help you."
Xu Yuehuai said, "I am so grateful to my godfather. If it weren't for you, we would probably be in great danger in the future."
"Alright, time is of the essence now, so I won't say any more. All these things are what I brought for you. There's enough money inside to get you through this period of time. Take them and get going!"
Marquis Ningyuan gave all the things he had prepared to Xu Yuehuai and the others.
Just by carrying the package, Xu Yuehuai could feel the heavy weight of silver inside.
"Godfather, we've really troubled you this time. We are so grateful for your help."
As she spoke, she bowed to Marquis Ningyuan.
Qi Guze nodded and gestured to Marquis Ningyuan.
Marquis Ningyuan waved his hand and said, "There's no need for too many words of thanks. This is what I should do. I've always considered you my own daughter."
"Your godmother also misses you very much, but her health has been a bit poor lately. Now that we've separated, we don't know how long it will be before we can see each other again."
"In the coming period, you must take good care of yourselves. After the storm has subsided, we will meet at the agreed time."
Xu Yuehuai said, "Okay, then we'll be going now. Godfather, you and Godmother must take good care of yourselves!"
After saying goodbye, they immediately picked up their bags and rode away.
Xu Yuehuai was extremely reluctant to leave, but given the dire situation, this was the only option she could take.
They didn't say goodbye to the others and hurried on their way.
Marquis Ningyuan watched them walk away, feeling a deep sense of unease.
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