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Duan Chengrui put the allied letter into the drawer.

"This consort Jing really is quite interesting." The corners of Duan Chengrui's mouth curled upwards, and his wide sleeves swept past the edge of the table, staining it with some ink that splattered out; it was virtually indiscernible.

However, Yue Qing, who was waiting at the side, saw that tiny black dot. She knelt on the ground and used a handkerchief to wipe it clean, observing the rarely seen smile on Duan Chengrui's face. She could not help but whisper, "Princess Jing is only thinking of using Third Prince."

"It's not bad to take advantage of each other, but it's a pity that such an intelligent woman has already entered Prince Jing's mansion. If she could enter my mansion, it would be like adding wings to a tiger." Duan Chengrui could not hold back his laughter, but he unconsciously thought of the day he surrounded a bonfire in the forest, and the way Gu Danyan stared at the roasted fish.

The place where his gaze landed was on the herb that Gu Tinyan had given him. It did not move at all, but was always placed on the nearest table. It was visible every day, and the light herbal aroma would always enter his nose.

Yue Qing lowered her eyes and only dared to speak softly, "Princess Jing wants you to spend the entire month lying in ambush at the Hundred Herb Cliff, which is located at the peak of the mountain. Even if we send people there, they might not be able to harm Prince Jing at all, not to mention the fact that his martial arts is very high …"

"Yue Qing." Duan Chengrui called out softly, stopping Yue Qing from speculating further.

"But, what did I say wrong?" Yue Qing hurriedly lowered her head.

Duan Chengrui helplessly shook his head: "Naturally, that's not right. Hundred Herb Cliff is remote, and that's the only place we can easily deal with it. At that time, if we succeed, we can say that King Jing fell down the cliff and died. If we don't, no one will suspect me."

"But, as long as we know that the prince is going, isn't it good to make a move on the road?" Yue Qing finally raised her head unwillingly, but she still didn't understand.

"However, he is only unprotected on that Hundred Herb Cliff." Duan Chengrui could only sigh helplessly as he looked pitifully at Yue Qing beside him.

Yue Qing lowered her head and bit down hard on her lower lip, not saying a word.

"It's all my fault. I only ask for your martial arts everyday, and I still haven't properly nurtured you when it comes to scheming people's hearts." It was impossible for Duan Chengrui to punish her just because Yue Qing could not see clearly. He felt somewhat helpless in his heart.

Normally, it was his concubine. If there was no one around, it would be the sharp blade in his hand. Unlike the third prince's consort, Yue Qing was one of the few people whom he trusted in this house. Furthermore, she was a woman.

But now, with the appearance of a smart and intelligent woman like Gu Danyan, their stats had increased by quite a bit.

"It's all because I haven't properly studied and can't help you share your worries." Yue Qing lowered her head.

Duan Chengrui could only extend his hand to pull her up from the ground. Seeing Yue Qing's eyes turn red from being scolded, he could only smile helplessly, "It's all my fault. Recently, has the Madam been making a ruckus in the mansion?"

A few days ago, Third Prince's consort went to the Misty Rain Pavilion and made a ruckus. He said that Misty Rain Pavilion's rouge was only mediocre and could not win your heart, and made a huge joke. Today, there are many long-tongued women who talk about this. Yue Qing hurriedly said.

Although this so-called third prince's concubine was not an official woman, she was still the only daughter of the good-natured tea shop's boss. She was extremely wealthy, and her three brothers were all business experts who had fallen in love with the third prince.

Duan Chengrui's brothers naturally wished that he would marry such a merchant's daughter, so they naturally were too busy to mention this matter to their royal father, and forcefully forced her to come over.

As he thought up to this point, Duan Chengrui felt an even greater headache. He recalled something and asked, "Madam, did you make a ruckus in the Misty Rain Pavilion earlier?"

"Yes." Yue Qing nodded.

"Since that's the case, why don't you let me test this Crown Princess Jing's abilities?" The corners of Duan Chengrui's mouth lifted as he quietly instructed Yue Qing. Yue Qing understood and quickly ordered her men to do it.

At this moment, Gu Liuyan was still squatting on the side with the red dates in her arms.

The ghost stood beside her with her phoenix eyes filled with confusion, as if she was thinking about why a busy person would look at a horse with such a pensive expression, and how the red dates in her hand looked drowsy. Yet, she was able to stay in such a sunny day for such a long time.

"Phantom, do you think it's worth it to work for Duan Chengxuan?"

This was the first time she opened her mouth after Duan Chengxuan left.

"I don't know." The ghost shook his head, he was wrapped very tightly under the sun, some sweat was dripping down from the corners of his eyes, the black cloth was not easy to detect, and after realizing that Gu Qing Yan did not answer him, he continued: "I was retrieved by the prince."

"That's why you worked for him." Gu Danyan stood up with the red dates in her arms. With her numb legs, she could only use one hand to support herself against the wall and rest for a while.

"Yes."

"Then you are truly blessed." Gu Danyan sighed and looked into his eyes: "At least you don't have to think about what tone of voice you should use to face others in the next moment."

The ghost slightly lowered its head, as if it was pondering whether this matter was true or false.

Gu Liuyan felt that he was quite cute when he lowered his head to think, but she had never seen his face before, nor did she know that a person could have such a perfunctory name.

She gently placed the red dates in her nest, then stood up and left to go to the Hall of Appreciation.

Qi Lin had already fallen into a deep sleep. Qi Rou sat on a chair to the side and waited. The moment he saw Gu Daiyan, he stood up and asked, "How is Qi Yu?"

"She knows what she shouldn't know. Your father probably won't let her take another step." Gu Danyan comforted her by rubbing her shoulder, then sat down: "What about you? Should I go back and fight for it when Big Sis and Little Brother are both not here? "

"I want to stay here and take care of Xiao Lin …"

"Then you will let the opportunity to get to Misty Rain Pavilion slip away. He won't be harmed here. As for you, you need to immediately tell your father that you'll be in charge of Misty Castle." Gu Liuyan raised his head. The aura that emanated from within was enough to intimidate Qi Rou.

Qi Rou glanced at Qi Lin who was lying on the bed and said resolutely, "I'll have to trouble you to take care of Xiao Lin."

Gu Liuyan just nodded and watched Qi Rou leave. She closed her eyes in pain. She felt that life was tiring. She wanted to jump into the medicine room and leave.

However, there were some things that just happened to happen. After only four hours, the beloved Qi Ming rushed over when he heard about his son's injury. He did not forget to give some gold to the shop assistant.

Before he left, after hearing the servant's words, Qi Ming abruptly turned his head. "Princess, there's something I need your help with."