Chapter 170 Heading Straight to the Shen Mansion to Snatch the Bride
At this moment, Xiao Xuanyou was burning with anger, his gloomy gaze fixed on Jiang Yunqian.
Then he noticed a plain-colored purse hanging from Jiang Yunqian's waist.
The purse was plain and unremarkable, looking completely out of place with the wedding attire.
Xiao Xuanyou felt something and picked up the purse, putting it into his own hand.
Upon opening it, they found a bulging stack of silver notes inside, with a note attached:
Many thanks for your help with the matter in Sizhou. All the silver notes owed have been returned, and from now on, we are even.
Xiao Xuanyou stared intently at the note, his whole body radiating a fierce aura.
However, the angrier he got, the calmer his face became, and he could even manage a slight smile.
Neither of us owes the other anything?
Great, that's really great!
With a forceful movement, the silver coins in his hand turned to dust, and the fragments fell to the ground.
Did she think that this would make her helpless?
At worst, we can just go to the Shen family mansion and snatch the bride.
Isn't it because the Shen residence is currently packed with guests, and isn't it because the Emperor has sent many palace eunuchs to help Shen Ci'an with his wedding?
If sending assassins and secret guards doesn't work, then set fire to the Shen residence...
Countless thoughts flashed through Xiao Xuanyou's mind, and his expression changed repeatedly.
Jiang Yunqian trembled all over and dared not move.
She had never seen His Highness the Crown Prince like this before.
She had seen Xiao Xuanyou's handsome appearance from afar during previous festivals.
He was as gentle as a breeze and as refined as jade, always wearing a warm smile. Even with the dignity of a crown prince, he commanded respect and admiration from all.
She had never seen the Crown Prince, who was known to the world as diligent, self-disciplined, and kind, now appear so sinister and ruthless.
Xiao Xuanyou took a few deep breaths, having already made up his mind.
He tucked the note into his sleeve, then suddenly smiled at her, "Will Miss Jiang tell anyone about what happened today?"
Jiang Yunqian felt as if she were being stared at by a ferocious beast; her spine felt cold and numb, and her jaw was clenching.
"No, no, I promise I'll keep what happened today a secret and never utter a word of it!"
Xiao Xuanyou's smile deepened. "But what can we do? Only the dead can't leak secrets. How can I believe Miss Jiang if she knows so much?"
He would never forget how Jiang Yunqian killed Xie Qi in his dream.
This person cannot be allowed to live.
His hand gripped her neck again, as if searching for a good place to start.
Jiang Yunqian cursed Jiang Zhi countless times in her heart.
That bitch clearly wanted to kill her!
Xiao Xuanyou's fingers were gradually tightening.
In that life-or-death moment, Jiang Yunqian didn't care about anything else and screamed hoarsely, "Your Highness, please don't kill me! I can help you!"
Xiao Xuanyou paused for a moment, then sneered, "Help me?"
“No… that’s right,” Jiang Yunqian stammered, taking a breath. “Didn’t you want Jiang Zhi? I’m her sister. Although we’re not close, she won’t be wary of me. As long as His Highness the Crown Prince asks, I can do things for you. That way, I’ll become your accomplice, and naturally I won’t betray you and tell you what happened today.”
Jiang Yunqian almost couldn't finish her sentence in one breath. Looking at Xiao Xuanyou's hesitant expression, she realized that she had guessed what was on his mind.
But soon, the hand around his neck tightened again. "When have I ever needed help from someone like you?"
He has his own pride.
Jiang Yunqian, such a selfish and foolish person, is not worthy of getting involved in the matter of Chanyi.
The shadow of death loomed over her again. Jiang Yun's face turned pale, and she weakly gripped Xiao Xuanyou's cold, hard arm, but it was all in vain.
Just when she thought she was going to die there, there was a rapid knocking on the door.
"Your Majesty, a letter has arrived from the palace, ordering you to return immediately!"
Xiao Xuanyou's voice was cold and sharp, "What is it?"
"Her Majesty the Empress has suddenly fallen ill. The imperial physicians have already gone there and are summoning you back to the palace immediately."
Xiao Xuanyou's gaze at Jiang Yunqian was like a blade chilled to the bone, devoid of any warmth.
Why at this particular time?
The subordinate's voice urged again, "Master, it's a message from the Empress's personal maid. The situation is urgent, and we can't delay a moment."
Xiao Xuanyou originally planned to kill Jiang Yunqian and then go directly to the Shen Mansion to snatch her away.
But now the Empress Dowager has encountered trouble in the palace...
After much deliberation, he finally let go.
"Keep a close eye on her. Don't let a single fly out without my permission."
Xiao Xuanyou's figure disappeared into the night with the door wide open.
Jiang Yunqian collapsed to the ground, utterly exhausted, and began to sob, relieved to have survived the ordeal.
Meanwhile, Shen Ci'an, who had watched helplessly as Jiang Zhi was abducted on the long street, mounted his horse and was about to give chase.
He had already taken precautions and drugged Lu Yuan until he was unconscious. Who would dare to snatch a bride in public?
Could it be Xie Qi?
However, Xie Qi is still on his way back to the capital from the northern border and it is impossible for him to return so quickly.
His brows were cold and solemn, his face expressionless, yet his slender figure stood straight as a pine tree, as if possessing the power to move mountains and overturn seas.
Just as he spurred his horse to follow, a familiar voice came from behind him.
"Master."
In his shock, he almost thought he was hallucinating. He turned around and Jiang Zhi's face appeared in front of him unexpectedly.
She looked up and tugged at his hem. She was wearing a simple red wedding dress, with simple hair ornaments and only a touch of red lipstick on her face, which made her face look as beautiful as a peach blossom.
"Young Miss, what's wrong with you..." He didn't react for a moment.
“It wasn’t me who was kidnapped,” Jiang Zhi smiled brightly at him. “Will the master’s wedding procession continue?”
Shen Ci'an then snapped out of his shock, dismounted, and led her to the bridal sedan chair.
Jiang Zhi took out the veil she had prepared beforehand, covered her head with it, and stepped into the bridal sedan chair.
The sedan curtain was lowered, and soon the gongs and drums outside started beating again.
The forced interruption of the wedding procession was ignored, and the grand procession continued towards the Shen Mansion.
The rest of the process went smoothly and effortlessly.
It wasn't until Jiang Zhi was led by Shen Ci'an to complete the wedding ceremony and sat down in front of the bridal bed that she finally felt a real sense of accomplishment in being married.
Shen Ci'an was still outside receiving guests, while Jiang Zhi sat with her hands folded. The constant noise from the front yard was shut out, and the maids and servants had all left, making the room unusually quiet.
Just as Jiang Zhi was about to get up to loosen her sore muscles, the door opened.
Jiang Zhi felt a little nervous and sat back down.
Heavy footsteps clattered softly as he slowly approached her.
Looking under the veil, all that could be seen was a pair of black leather boots adorned with exquisite patterns.
Jiang Zhi was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized that this person was definitely not Shen Ci'an.
She reached out and lifted the veil, revealing a face she hadn't seen in a long time.
"Young Master Xie?" she exclaimed in surprise.
After their last parting, Xie Qi recovered from his injuries and went to the palace to meet the emperor. He obtained an imperial decree and went straight to Yaocheng. He decisively killed the general who colluded with the Northern Di and led his troops to fight against the Northern Di.
The news of the victory received a few days ago indicated that Xie Qi had led his army to inflict heavy losses on the Northern Di, killed their leader, and returned to the capital in triumph.
They should still be on their way back, so how did they arrive in Kyoto so quickly?
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