t friendly, so keep a close eye on things and be careful yourself."Xiao Li's eyes were full of worry, "Your Highness, you know she's not here for good intentions. Why do you still shelter her here Are..."Yao Zhi is a smart person, it's impossible to take Yao Shu away from under his nose. As for Yao Shu's family, they will be confined for three months."

Luoli frowned, "Aren't you worried they'll rebel"

Feng Ling Xi curled her lips, a deep meaning in her eyes as she looked at Luo Li, "The clan leader has given an order. They wouldn't dare to act so recklessly. Besides, Yao Chu's assassination attempt on me is already a fact. He committed suicide to apologize, and didn't hold his family accountable. He wouldn't be stupid enough to seek his own death."

Words unspoken, Feng Lingxi was right. These consequences, he had arranged them beforehand, so no one dared to speak up.

It seems Feng Lingxi really treats him as her younger brother.

But who let him promise to come here to protect her safety Now that he has gone back on his word, this can be seen as compensation for her.

"Excuse me, Chief."

Feng Lingxi bowed to Luoli, who was bestowing blessings upon her. With fifteen companions, Feng Lingxi left the cell. As she walked away, Luoli waved her hand, giving orders for something to be done.

Yao Chu's suicide in prison to atone for his crimes quickly spread throughout the Yao clan, and the entire clan was abuzz with discussion. Some said it was Feng Lingxi who took revenge for her maidservant Xiaoli by killing Yao Chu, while others went even further, claiming that Feng Lingxi intended to kill all the elders of the Yao clan to avenge Yao Wan'ying.

Rumors of all sorts spread, and discontent with Feng Lingxi grew among the Yao clan, especially after Elder Luoli's confinement for three months. The rumors also took a sinister turn.

After the incident, Feng Lingxi was recuperating in the Sacred Maiden's Hall. Several other elders attempted to visit her but were stopped. The Yao Clan's Sacred Maiden was no longer someone they could see at will. Most importantly, the clan leader had specifically ordered them not to disturb Feng Lingxi's rest.

Such treatment only deepened the Yao clan's suspicion about the relationship between Feng Lingxi and Luoli. However, neither Luoli nor Feng Lingxi offered any explanation.

It has been five days since Yao Shu 'committed suicide and apologized', and Feng Lingxi's body has improved a lot. Her recovery after this miscarriage was fairly good, as was Xiao Li's. She just couldn't fight, and Feng Lingxi specifically told her that it was only to take her back to Linxi County together.

With only ten days left until the New Year, Feng Lingxi's preparations were almost complete. The Yao clan's dissatisfaction with her had reached its peak, but it was mainly led by Yao Zhi. Due to Luo Li's presence within the clan, they held back and dared not speak out against her.

獨孤城 had already returned to Linxi County. Upon seeing Huangpu Qingyun's arrival, he was truly surprised. It was then that he realized that Xi’er had known about their accident all along and could only arrange for a doctor to treat Feng Yumo's eyes.

I thought Shadow Six would come with a message. Dugu City waited in the city for several days, but Shadow Six never came. Instead, he received someone sent by Luoli. However, following Xi'er's instructions, he took good care of the person and didn't ask any questions.

"I thought Xier would come down the mountain and meet me on the second day, but I waited for several days and didn't see her come to deliver a message. If it wasn't for someone from the Yao clan sending word, I would have thought something had happened to her."

These days, he felt uneasy, always sensing something was wrong, but he couldn't prove it. Now that Xi'er has sent someone back, he finally feels at ease.

"Xi'er has always acted this way. This king thought she would rush down the mountain when something happened this time. It seems she already knows that this king has safely returned to Linxi County."

Dugu City's tone was somewhat dejected. He didn't know why Xi'er hadn't come down the mountain to find him, or perhaps Xi'er had something keeping her busy. According to her personality, she wouldn't be so calm.

"Master, Sun Cheng has returned."

Ye Xi entered and reported, followed by Sun Cheng who knelt down, showing no remorse on his face.

That day, Tian Xiaomǐ's father went to ask the villagers. He learned that Sun Cheng and Aman had both appeared in the village. They weren't rescued, but rather passed through the village and stayed for a few days. The specific details were unclear, it seemed they were also looking for someone, and then left. When they returned to Linxi County, Sun Cheng had already come back.

"Sun Cheng, do you know your crime"

Sun Cheng raised his head and looked at Dugu City, "Your Highness, the last general admits his guilt, but Sun Cheng has something to say."

Sun Cheng took out a letter from his bosom and handed it up. Ye Xi took it and gave it to the King. After reading the contents of the letter, Dugu City's face darkened, "Did Xi'er send you How come Xi'er didn't tell this king about this"

"My lord, do you still remember what the princess said She told me that I only need to follow her arrangements. She promised Aman that I could blow up the ice of the pond and investigate the mysteries in the water. After Aman and I went into the water, we were swept downriver. We didn't faint but discovered a mysterious village there. We also heard that the princess's mother is still alive. About a month ago, she was rescued by villagers, recovered, and then left the village."

Dugu Cheng also knew about this. When he returned that day, Tian Xiaomi's father had already mentioned it.

"I know she's still alive, get up." Since it was Xi'er's order, Sun Cheng acted on orders this time, and he couldn't blame him.

Sun Cheng stood up and bowed to Dugu City. "Thank you, Your Highness, for not holding me accountable. I was acting on orders, and the princess forbade me from informing you. Now that the task is complete, if Your Highness wishes to punish me, I am willing to accept the punishment."

"You said it was Xi'er's command. If this king were to blame you, when Xi'er returns, she would reprimand this king for being unreasonable. Forget it."

Dugu Cheng looked at the letter in his hand, "Where is Aman"

She went back to report, after this was done, Aman hurried back, afraid he would have to wait for the princess to return together.

"She was the shadow guard of her mother-in-law, following her wherever she went."

Dugu Cheng looked at Huangfu Qingyun, "Although something unpleasant happened on the way this time, it's considered a complete success. Yue Mother is still alive, and Xi'er will also be able to rest assured knowing that. The only thing is, I don't know her whereabouts now. This matter, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you again."

Yao Wan Ying was familiar with the surrounding terrain. If she wanted to hide, it would be difficult for them to find her. They might go to Chaosha Dynasty, after all, she and Emperor Huangfu Qingyun's parents had a good relationship.

All he could do now was let it be known that she and Xi'er were here, perhaps she would come back to find them.

Huangfu Qingyun nodded, “I will have someone send a message to Father and Mother. After the year, I will go back and investigate this matter further.”

“Would you like to stay and celebrate the New Year with me”

When Jianghufu Qingyun nodded, although Dugucheng felt a little sad in his heart, he still welcomed Jianghufu Qingyun very much. Now that it's the end of the year in Huangxia Dynasty, with such a heavy snowfall, he was able to rush here for Xi'er's sake, he should thank him.

"This king has arranged lodging for you. Since you're here, let's spend the New Year together well."

"During the summer solstice, Prince Huang Xia and the Fourth Prince of Dawan Dynasty celebrated the New Year together. I wonder if people outside will say we're colluding"

Dugu Cheng said, Huangfu Qingyun lowered his head and smiled, the faintness between his eyebrows made Dugu Cheng very appreciative. For Huangfu Qingyun, Xi'er's status in his heart was truly important.his story, he pulled Ah Man out and said as they walked, about the princess's fall from the cliff. Ah Man listened without a word.Feng Lingxi trailed behind them, her thoughts drifting away."Xier, I'm...