His movements were gentle, but a murderous glint flashed in his eyes.
This close attendant who can't keep his mouth shut can't be kept around.
Ji Xueyan got up with his help and sat down in the chair next to him.
Adopting an understanding demeanor, she said, "I have heard of Night Owl's name. It is said that he is ruthless and merciless, with superb martial arts skills, and is not easy to deal with."
"Your Highness, please be careful."
In its past life, if the Night Owl wanted to kill someone, there was no one it couldn't kill.
He remained hidden in a corner like a cold-faced devil, neither approaching her himself nor allowing anyone else to get close to her.
Anyone who had a crush on her would eventually become a corpse lying in front of her.
Ji Xueyan was truly afraid.
That's why she's always wanted to stay far away from him.
After all, what she wanted was a life of honor and comfort, not a life of fighting and constant fear.
Xiao Renyue snorted coldly and did not answer.
Night Owl is the most powerful person he has trained since he founded the Assassin's Guild.
He knew better than anyone whether his situation was difficult or not.
Ji Xueyan rolled her eyes, lowered her body, and gently leaned into Xiao Renyue's arms. "However, no matter how powerful he is, he is still just His Highness's dog."
"Without its owner, how many more times can it bark?"
"Besides, you have so many capable men under your command. Surely they can capture him if they work together? It's just a matter of time. Your Highness need not worry too much."
Xiao Renyue felt a little better.
"The Princess is so understanding and considerate of me, unlike those incompetent fools who are useless and only cause me trouble!"
Ling Yuan was completely useless!
"I am also willing to share Your Highness's burdens." Ji Xueyan straightened up and said in a low voice, "If that Night Owl really becomes a traitor, his only way out now is to join the Crown Prince and the Prime Minister's faction. But as long as there is no leader, no matter how powerful Night Owl is, he will not be able to stir up any trouble."
"At that time, won't you be able to do whatever you want with me, Your Highness?"
Xiao Renyue was taken aback by her words.
"What does Your Highness mean by this?"
Ji Xueyan said, "What I mean is that the Prime Minister is wary of you and does not allow you to visit the East Palace. However, when I was in my boudoir, I was on good terms with the Crown Prince's concubine. Therefore, I would have a reason to enter the East Palace."
“There are some things that Your Highness cannot do, but I can do for you.”
She wanted to poison the crown prince and become the empress!
Xiao Renyue noticed the fleeting ruthlessness in her eyes and was slightly surprised.
Who would have thought that Ji Xueyan, who usually appears so gentle and docile, could have such a ruthless side...
But assassinating the crown prince is not that easy.
If she enters the Eastern Palace and reveals anything, wouldn't the blame still fall on him?
Xiao Renyue's expression was displeased.
As if she knew what he was thinking, Ji Xueyan smiled and said, "Your Highness, rest assured."
"I will definitely arrange this matter properly."
"When the time comes, we'll use someone else to do the dirty work, and we'll make sure Your Highness isn't implicated."
...
After cleaning everything up and washing himself, Duan Xingzhi changed into his nightgown and lay down next to Shen Zhiyi.
He held her in his arms.
He let her lean against his hot, broad body, warming her like a large heater.
Shen Zhiyi let out a comfortable sigh.
Duan Xingzhi then told her in detail everything that had happened that night.
"I never imagined that Ling Yuan would be so despicable, actually using Master's token to deceive me!" Shen Zhiyi said angrily upon hearing this. "His attempt to cure me of the poison was a pretense; his true intention was to kill me!"
"Duan Xingzhi, well done!" she said, clenching her fist in righteous indignation.
Duan Xingzhi couldn't help but laugh.
"I thought you would blame me for indiscriminately killing innocent people."
“How could it be indiscriminate killing?” Shen Zhiyi lifted her face from his embrace, her expression serious. “I know you did it all to protect me.”
Duan Xingzhi was deeply shaken.
His expression softened, and the arms around her waist gradually tightened.
"yes."
"I did all this to protect you."
The candlelight flickered, casting dappled shadows on his sharply defined profile.
The assassin, feared throughout the martial arts world, showed a deep and tender affection when facing her.
“However…” Duan Xingzhi felt a pang of self-reproach, his voice lowering, “Now I’m dragging you down with me, making you hide with me.”
The Third Prince will surely send men to hunt him down once he learns of Ling Yuan's death.
I'm afraid I can't stay in this Poria Valley any longer.
Shen Zhiyi raised herself up, her black hair cascading down like a waterfall.
"What are you talking about implicating me?" She pressed her fingertips against his lips and gently shook her head. "Besides, it's because they're afraid of my medical skills that they're trying every means to kill me."
"Rather than waiting to be killed, it's better to take the initiative."
She looked up into his deep eyes, a sly smile playing on her lips: "Since there's nowhere to escape, let's hide in the place they least expect."
"The capital?"
"The capital city."
The two spoke in unison, exchanged a glance, and smiled knowingly.
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