Talented Medical Princess: Volume 5

By Bu LuoDiDeYanZi

She, with her unique skills and medical skills, had traversed space and time to become an imperial concubine;

he, as a beautiful man and as the king of an empire, had dominated the world.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Jul 1, 2020
• ISBN: 9781649750457

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CHAPTER 401 - A SELF-MADE BEAUTY

You Yiyi stood beside Jersey with a pretty face, her smile shining brightly. However, in the blink of an eye, she caught sight of a beautiful woman with a cold temperament standing beside this man.

Brother Jersey, who is she?

Hearing the words' big brother 'from You Yiyi, Jersey's entire being was suddenly in a bad mood. What a joke, he was the Heavenly Spirit Palace's Palace's Palace Master who was the same generation as this woman's father. He had to call him Big Brother, could it be that he wanted to call that old fart uncle of his?

Due to Yanran's threats, Jersey had no choice but to grit its teeth and suppress the disgust in its heart. With great difficulty, it pursed its lips and said, She is my younger sister.

Hearing that, Yu Yiyi's complexion became better. Then, with a smile that was like a flower, she looked at Yanran and said, Hello, sister. My name is You Yiyi.

Who's your sister!

Even someone as cold as Yanran could feel the corners of her mouth twitching.

Yanran didn't even look at her, not even once.

Currently, she still didn't know that the Heavenly Spirit Palace's people went to the Cloud Realm like her.

Because it was the day before yesterday that Jerzy had sent a greeting card to the people in the Cloud Realm, the people of the You Bin residence had yet to receive the news. You Yiyi had also heard from the Cloud Realm envoy that the people from the Heaven's Spirit Palace were going with them to the Cloud Realm.

Seeing that Yanran didn't pay any attention to her, an awkward expression appeared on her face. A malicious glint flashed across her eyes.

Dammit, you're giving me face and not taking it at all! To think that she was willing to drop her status and take the initiative to greet her! She actually didn't know how to be grateful!

If Yanran knew what was on her mind, she would be so angry that she would laugh. Not to mention her other identities, just her status as a Heavenly Spirit Palace sister was not any weaker than You Yiyi.

Seeing that the atmosphere between the three of them was cold and subtle, Cloud Realm Heaven's guide finally came up to smooth things over.

Since we know each other, let's head out. After saying that, she tilted her head and glanced at Yanran before frowning in dissatisfaction, There's no way I'll be able to find a way to save you the time in the future.

Yanran glared at Jersey when she heard this. Although she didn't know what kind of excuse Jersey was using to stall for time, it definitely had something to do with her.

My apologies, but my magical beast was too disobedient and delayed the time. Yanran gently smiled, and her slightly drooping starry eyes were filled with light.

What magical beast would not listen to its master? It's fine if you don't want it. Yun Xiao said disdainfully. From his point of view, most of them were low-level magical beasts that didn't understand human speech. Since they didn't have intelligence, they naturally wouldn't listen to human speech. What was the use of having a magical beast like this? It would be better to break the contract early.

This is the pride of the Cloud Realm. In the other four empires, there aren't many magical beasts that are willing to make a contract with a human, so it would be amazing if they could make a contract with a two or three star magical beast.

In the Cloud Realm, however, there were many people who had contracted a magical beast to become a Star rank.

This was the difference between the Four Great Empires and the Cloud Realm.

Suddenly, although Yun Xiao did not say it aloud, his chest had been intentionally lifted up, and the arrogance and contempt in his eyes was revealed.

There's no other way. I can't break the contract with it. Yanran coldly snorted in her heart as she looked at the prideful face of the receiver.

Why can't I unravel it? Do you need me to unravel it for you? In order to show off his ability, the guide arrogantly raised his head, looking as if he was about to beg for his life.

Others might not be able to break the contract, but he, the Cloudy Heavens, naturally had his own methods.

Thank you. Yanran indifferently spoke before waving her hand to summon Xiao Jin.

CHAPTER 402 - GIVE A LITTLE GIFT

When she heard this, her eyes immediately lit up.

She already said that this woman must be a fool to leave an ancient mythical beast out of the contract.

However, it was better to cancel it. Only by removing the contract would she be able to become the owner of such a domineering God Beast.

Immediately, with a twinkle of her eyes, she went up to the three Cloud Realm Emissaries and said, That's right, didn't you say just now that you were going to help your little sister break the contract? Since little sister doesn't want the Fire Qilin, it would be a good thing if you broke the contract.

Upon hearing this, the three of them glared hatefully at the big-chested, brainless young miss of the You Bin Prefecture. Would it be so awkward if they could untie her? Did she really think that the contract concluded by the ancient mythical beast could be undone by anyone?

Even their Heavenly Cloud Realm's Sacred Master might not be able to open it.

An ancient Divine Beast, an existence that even they, the Cloud Realm, coveted.

What? Who dares?! When Xiao Jin heard this, he was instantly enraged.

It was unforgivable that someone would dare to separate it from its owner.

As a result, Xiao Jin spurted out a burst of raging flames towards the three of them, as well as You Yi.

The three people turned pale with fright as they hurriedly circulated their spiritual energy to block the attack.

You Yi's bodyguards were also doing their best to protect her.

Yanran had repeatedly warned Xiao Jin not to go overboard with her mental connection, so Xiao Jin's attack was actually not that lethal.

But even so, it was more than enough for the four of them.

The snow-white cloaks of the three people of the Yun Realm were already completely black, as if they would be crushed into pieces if they moved even a little bit.

After all, they were a little better off than Uuyi, so they had only suffered a few superficial wounds.

On the other hand, You Yi was a bit more tragic.

The sound of the high-quality silk could no longer be heard. Her originally white and bright face was now completely black. Worst of all, her cloud-like hair was now standing on top of her head in an explosive fashion.

AHH! "You Yi Yi kept screaming.

Xiao Jin, stop quickly! Yanran faked calling back Xiao Jin. She had already achieved her goal, so continuing to play would be going too far. She turned around and looked apologetically at the four, Sorry, Xiao Jin is too naughty. Are you guys alright?

The three people of the Cloud Realm almost exploded. They were so angry that their lungs were about to burst. However, when he looked at Xiao Jin, who was squatting at the side and glaring at him like a tiger, he thought of the tragic scene from earlier and immediately felt angry but didn't dare say anything.

One by one, they whispered to each other that it would be alright, while instructing the shopkeeper to prepare a room for them to change their clothes.

You Yiyi looked at Yanran with flames burning in her eyes, Hey, you're going too far! I'll remember you. I'll definitely take you. "

Before she could finish, Jersey, who had been enjoying the show, cut her off coldly. What do you think, Miss You?

Looking at the Palace Mistress of the Heavenly Spirit Palace, who was slightly squinting her eyes and dressed in a lazy but extremely dangerous manner, You Yiyi held her breath. She couldn't get down.

He fiercely glared at Yanran before instructing the shopkeeper to prepare a room for her as well.

There was no way she could see anyone now.

As for this little slut, she would have plenty of opportunities to take care of her in the future! She must make this little bitch kneel down to her.

You Yiyi went upstairs, followed by a group of maids and guards.

Yanran blinked before turning her head to look at Jersey. She then turned to Xuanyuan Po and stuck out her tongue. Oh, how come you all left?

CHAPTER 403 - PUNITIVE COMMANDMENT

Looking at the empty lobby, Jersey's mouth twitched.

He finally saw how this woman played with everyone in her hands while remaining calm and collected.

As he was thinking, Jersey suddenly felt a cool breeze blow past its back.

When he turned around, he saw Yanran with her arms crossed, looking at him with a smile that was not a smile.

You, what are you trying to do?! Jersey immediately folded her arms across her chest, looking scared.

The corner of Yan Ran's mouth twitched slightly as she calmly shifted her gaze away, deciding to ignore this clown.

Taking advantage of the fact that the hall was empty, Yanran pulled Xuanyuan Po to a seat.

Jerzy reached out and touched the tip of his nose. Light flashed in front of his eyes as he followed her.

With a smile on his face, the purple-clothed person followed behind the wangfei.

Du Fei hugged his sword as he expressionlessly walked behind Xuanyuan Po and stood there. In any case, this wasn't the first time he had seen the wangfei take liberties with others. As long as he got used to it …

Wait, how could he get used to this kind of thing?!

Under the ice mountain, Du Fei was still feeling conflicted.

On the other hand, it was Wang Ziyi who'd followed her out the door. It wasn't long, and it was rare to see her in such a state.

But after seeing her this time, he decided that he must stay away from her!

He did not want to be a hairless, bald Chinese paper!

As he thought of this, he glanced at Xiao Jin, who was still coiling around the princess' feet acting cute and playing around. Was this fellow really the cute little fellow that he took care of for a few days?!

Why did it seem like there was such a huge gap between the two of them?

The seven of them were in the lobby, drinking tea and chatting happily.

Yanran would occasionally tease Xiao Jin, and the corners of her mouth continuously curled up into a leisurely smile.

Of course, this beautiful smile was only called a smile in Xuanyuan Po's eyes. In the other five eyes, why did it seem so terrifying …

An hour later, the three people of the Cloud Realm walked down and changed into clean long robes again. Their faces were a little dark.

The three of them looked at the seven people from the Heavenly Spirit Palace with different expressions.

Although they didn't understand that the ordinary looking, average looking, and average looking man was actually sitting with the Heavenly Spirit Palace's Palace Master and the Fire Qilin Master, these weren't their questions.

After this lesson, the three of them understood that the people before them weren't people they could afford to offend.

Even if the Heavenly Spirit Palace had made them look down on them, the master of the Fire Qilin was someone even they, the Cloud Realm, could not easily offend.

They had always been at the top of this world. Towards the other sects and empires weaker than them, they all held a heart full of contempt.

Only now did they know that there was a sky above the heavens and a man beyond the earth!

Ancient Divine Beast! How long had it been since he was born!

The ten of them sat in the main hall for the time it took to make a cup of tea. With a gloomy expression on her face, she brought her maidservants and guards downstairs.

Although she was wearing a new set of clothes, her black hair, which had been burnt into an explosion, couldn't be allowed to fall freely like before. Instead, she wore a bun, but because she wasn't a married woman, her hair was still a bit disheveled.

From a distance, there did not seem to be any problems, but upon closer inspection, one could see that every strand of hair looked as if it had been ravaged and was slightly shrivelled and curled.

You Yi walked in front of them with an ugly expression. She shot a glare at Yanran secretly. The viciousness in her eyes caused Yanran to squint her eyes.

They were destined not to live in peace, so what if she attacked first?

Moreover, she didn't have any intention of harming him, she was merely giving him a small lesson.

CHAPTER 404 - DEPARTURE CLOUD REALM HEAVEN

However, the viciousness in her eyes caused her to be slightly surprised. However, the corners of her mouth soon curled up.

As long as he came, he would come. She, Nalan Yanran, was not afraid of anyone!

It was better this way. It was better to make her hate them. At least it would be more peaceful.

However, Yanran had still underestimated the shamelessness of You Yiyi.

You Yi walked up to them and immediately went up to Jersey. Jersey gege, look at how she burned my hair! she said pitifully.

You Yi Yi pouted, tears almost falling down her cheeks.

She's my sister! Jersey only indifferently replied with this sentence.

What he meant was that no matter what his sister did, he, as her brother, would always be her backer.

He's also your sister! You Yiyi stomped her feet in dissatisfaction, as if accusing Jersey of being biased.

Damn, I've seen shameless people, but I've never seen such a shameless person!

Even as Jerzy tried to compose himself, his temples throbbed.

I seem to be blood related to Miss You!

Then she isn't related to you by blood! Yu Yiyi curled her lips, and pointed to Yanran.

How could this brat be so strange? Could it be the same?

Jerzy gritted his teeth and said, I'm not familiar with you!

Without waiting for her to speak, she turned around and looked at the three people from the Cloud Realm, Can we set off now?

'F * ck! If I don't leave now, I'll be annoyed to death by this woman! '

Otherwise, if he was worried about this woman's identity, he would have slapped her to death on the wall.

The three Cloud Realm envoys didn't dare to say anything out of the ordinary. They looked at the three of them with unreadable expressions and nodded.

The group of people left Fallen Town in a grandiose manner.

The other experts of the Fallen Town were hiding in the shadows as they watched the group of people leave with envy in their eyes.

One must know that the Cloud Realm's escort definitely made them know about it. Even in their dreams, they hoped that one day, the escort would be able to guide them into the Cloud Realm.

Because if the Cloud Realm cultivator didn't receive Wang Lin, if he forced his way in, he would be seen as an intruder and expelled. When the situation got worse, it would cripple the invader's cultivation.

Although they did not wish to intrude upon the lives of others, to a cultivator, their cultivation was even more important than their lives. Thus, crippling an expert's cultivation was a punishment a hundred times more cruel than killing them.

Along the way, Huyi kept trying to find an excuse to get close to Jersey.

Jerzy was disgusted, but he could only bite off his tongue and swallow his anger at the threat of the witch who killed him without batting an eyelid.

Since he couldn't send this damned woman flying with a single slap, then wouldn't he be able to pretend that she didn't exist?!

Yanran followed behind with a smile on her face. Her eyes sparkled and she seemed to be in quite a good mood.

As for Xuanyuan Po, he walked beside Yanran without any hesitation because his opponent was a guard at the moment.

Originally, it was already difficult enough for the tyrannical Lord Wing King to act like this.

And Xuanyuan Po himself was an existence that did not care about the opinions of others.

Because the three of them had learned their lesson from before, they only cared about leading the way and didn't interrupt them. Therefore, it was none of their business where the guard wanted to go. All they wanted to do now was to reach the Cloud Realm as soon as possible and hand in this difficult task.

CHAPTER 405 - YOU CAN PLAY ME?

You Yiyi turned her head and looked at the two of them with disdain. She mocked, People with low statuses are people with low statuses. Even if they have high status, they can't change their temperament. That's why their eyes are different.

Her goal was obvious. Even though she didn't mention her surname, everyone knew who she was talking about.

Wasn't Yanran talking about a commoner? Even if she climbed up the branch of the Heavenly Spirit Palace's Palace Master, Jersey, she still couldn't conceal the commoner's aura. Did that mean she was having an affair with the ordinary guard beside her?

What a joke!

The corner of her lips curled up in a smile. After hearing Wu Yiyi's words, she turned her head to look at Xuanyuan Po.

Jersey suddenly heard these words and wanted to be angry, but then thought, how could these two dark ancestors be bullied by others? She immediately quieted down and did not say anything.

After she finished speaking, she had been observing the expression of the handsome man beside her. When she realized that Jersey had no intention to speak up for the bitch behind her, a smile appeared on her face.

Like she said, even if that bitch behind her was a bit prettier, she wasn't bad. In addition, her identity was not something that the b * tch behind her, who wanted to turn a sparrow into a phoenix, could match.

It seemed that the Heavenly Spirit Palace's Palace Master didn't really care about this adopted sister of his. Maybe he was just trying to use her.

Since they had traveled for half a month, she had received a message from her father.

Lord Father said that the Heavenly Spirit Palace's Palace Mistress brought her little sister to the Cloud Realm for the same purpose as them. They told her to be careful and not let anyone snatch her away.

That was why she hated the bitch behind her so much.

Not only did he burn her hair, he even wanted to snatch a man from her!

Not only was it the young girl from the Cloud Realm, but the handsome and devilish Heavenly Spirit Palace's Palace Master, Jersey, was also her second target. Seeing that Jersey was being so kind to the bitch, she could only hate her more and more. He really wished that the bitch would die a miserable death in the next second!

Seeing that Jersey did not help this little bitch, she immediately glared at Yanran complacently.

Why is there a fly flying around all the time? A hint of doubt appeared on her beautiful face, and she turned to Xuanyuan Po. Why don't you tell me why this fly hasn't returned to its dung hole yet, and why isn't it hanging around outside? Isn't it hungry?

Yes, indeed. Xuanyuan Po coldly nodded his head, but a hint of a faint smile was hidden deep within his eyes.

You! Of course, she knew who Yanran was talking about. However, she had followed the style of a lady since she was young, so no matter what, she couldn't say the words' fecal pit '. Ziruo, don't go overboard!

Ziruo.

After all, the name Nalan Yanran was rather famous in the four large countries. Hence, they had no choice but to use her name.

You Yiyi could not understand why this little slut in front of her could so casually say the words' fecal pit '. Was she implying that it was time for her to go?

Damn it, it was simply unforgivable!

You Yi was infuriated.

Yanran did not seem to care at all, Why are you so agitated? Did I say anything? Why do you want to match numbers?

As she spoke, she pouted and blinked her eyes. She looked like a curious baby as she looked at her seriously. Are you really hungry?

CHAPTER 406 - WHITE JADE GATE

The days passed quickly in the endless search for trouble, but they never managed to get away with it.

On the 20th day of their journey, Yanran curiously asked the three Priestesses of the Cloud Realm why they were so far away.

It was because the cultivations of the people present were all extraordinary. While they were hurrying with all of their might, they had yet to return it even after twenty days. The journey could be said to be not too far off.

As soon as Jersey and the others sent the letter, the people from Cloud Realm arrived on the morning of the second day.

As for the Cloud Realm disciple, the corners of his mouth twitched, but he didn't dare to not respond to this kind and ruthless Lord Kirin.

Because a month ago, we received a message from the prefectural city of Bingyou.

Oh, so we were just supplementary? Yanran nodded with a look of understanding on her face.

The three people from the Cloud Realm were on the verge of tears. Why was this young lady from the Heavenly Spirit Palace so hard to serve? How could they dare to say that these people were incidental? Didn't they see that the Fire Qilin beside her was glaring at them again?

While the three of them were struggling endlessly, the entrance to the Cloud Realm finally arrived.

It was a huge mountain far away from the four kingdoms. Clouds and mist lingered around it, making it seem like a heavenly realm.

After seeing the gate to the Cloud Realm's palace, the ones most excited weren't Yanran and the others, nor was it You Yi and the others.

Oh my god!

They were finally back!

He could finally distance himself from these demons!

Receive this! The three of them walked in front, and just as they reached the entrance of the Cloud Realm's palace, a guard came up to greet them.

Yanran lifted her eyes and swept them with her gaze before her eyes instantly narrowed.

These two guards were actually as high as the ink-rank.

If these two guards were to be placed in the four great kingdoms, they would also be ranked as one of the top existences.

It looked like Xuanyuan Lanfeng was right. The Cloud Domain was indeed not an existence that the four nations could afford to offend. No wonder even as the emperor of Ling Tian Country, he could only look on helplessly as his lover was taken away. He even clearly knew where his lover was but didn't dare to come and save him.

Yun Xiao's three guides arrogantly nodded their heads, only then did they regain their sense of existence.

I'll report back later. The three Cloud Realm envoys glanced at the guards.

The guard immediately took two steps back and opened a door carved with white jade.

Receive this, please!

The three Emissaries took two steps forward and took out a jade token from their spatial pocket that was the same as the white jade. They affixed it to the door.

The white jade door began to emit magic as it slowly opened up to both sides.

Let's go. The Emissary turned her head to look at the people from the Heavenly Spirit Palace and Bin You Mansion behind her.

When he looked at Zeruo this time, he was finally not afraid anymore. When they reached their own territory, they could finally lift their eyebrows and feel proud.

Yanran naturally noticed the changes in the three envoys. The corner of her mouth slightly curled up, and she declined to comment.

However, he was secretly calculating in his mind. So the gate of the Cloud Realm Palace was engraved with a magic array, and only the tokens that were used to enter and leave were allowed in.

It looked like they had to be careful when they did things in the future. It would be best if they could steal a few entry tokens.

A light flashed in Yanran's eyes as she locked onto the three Priestesses.

She wasn't stupid enough to think that there would be people entering and exiting. In order to prevent those in the Cloud Realm from entering and exiting, besides these three envoys, perhaps only the nobles or upper echelons in the Cloud Realm would have access to these tokens.

One had to say, Yanran's intuition was right.

The entry and exit tokens of the Cloud Realm were made of extremely rare white jade. The magic array engraved on the token was the same as the gate of the Cloud Realm and there were only dozens of white jade tokens.

CHAPTER 407 - STOLEN SPIRIT STONE

Aside from the three envoys, there was only the Saint Lord, Saint Daughter, Young Master, and the Elders of the Cloud Realm present.

As for the aristocratic families in the Cloud Realm, each family only gets one share, and they keep it for themselves.

When Ouyang Yun had sneaked out, he had stolen his family's white jade token.

Because she was the young miss of the family and had amazing talent, the family head doted on her.

As for Yanran's in-name mother, Liu Ruoyun, she was given this token by the Holy Maiden.

Jersey looked at the white jade door in front of her with a twinkle in her eyes. She tilted her head to look at Yanran and said, Little sister, do you think that our Heaven's Spirit Palace will be able to get another door?

Looking at Jersey's peach blossom eyes, Yanran couldn't help but roll her eyes.

If the White Jade Gate was so useful, then the Cloud Realm wouldn't have regarded it as a treasure.

If you want it to be yours. Don't try to seduce her!

Jerzy touched the tip of his nose and looked at the white jade door again. The naked intent in his eyes made it hard for even the two guards to see.

Palace Lord of the Heavenly Spirit Palace, we can't move this White Jade Sect away. The meaning behind his words was, you f * cking shouldn't even think about getting their hands on the White Jade Sect.

He had just arrived, yet before he could even enter through the door, he had already set his sights on the other party's door!

The five people of the Cloud Realm all felt their heads jumping up and down as they tried to suppress the anger in their hearts.

Oh, so it's like that. Jersey nodded its head and finally looked away with difficulty. When it found that everyone was looking at it, it calmly said to the envoy, Why aren't you leading the way?

The few people from the Cloud Realm nearly vomited blood!

The guide desperately tried to suppress the old blood that was stuck in his chest, and silently turned around to lead the way.

Within the white jade door, within a pavilion, the sound of flowing water could be heard.

Exquisite glazed tiles sparkled in the sunlight, exquisite pavilions, unique and elegant style.

When she looked up, she found that the gravel on the path they used to decorate the stone walls was actually a spirit stone that could only be found in the Four Great Empires.

Each of those spirit stones contained spiritual power, and could be used for cultivation. To cultivators, it was a rare treasure.

Yu Yiyi's eyes lit up as she looked at the Spirit Stones below her feet without blinking.

Even someone as calm as Yanran twitched the corners of her eyes.

Luxury!

Too extravagant!

At the same time, Jersey constantly transmitted messages to Ye Zichen, Hey, woman, quickly store all the spirit stones on the ground into your Spatial Bracelet!

He knew the woman beside him. The space within the interspatial artifact was already extremely vast.

The corner of Yan Ran's mouth twitched as she looked at the eyes of Jersey Wing. She silently picked up the Spirit Stones on the ground and kept them in her Spatial Bracelet.

In any case, she only needed to think and the item on the ground would be kept in the bracelet.

After they had passed through this path, the Cloud Realm disciples would occasionally pass by this broken stone road, and they couldn't help but cry out in alarm.

Oh my god! Who took the spirit stones?!

Damn, even the small stones on the ground have been taken away, who did it? Come out, I promise I won't beat you to death! "

…

In the eyes of Yanran and the others, using spirit stones to pave the way was indeed a bit extravagant, but a person of the Cloud Realm wouldn't be an idiot if they wasted it.

They carved a formation on this gravel road and sprinkled the Spirit Stones on it. Then, this path became a cultivation path. One could feel the dense spirit power from the top, increasing their cultivation.

Therefore, there were usually many disciples who liked to take a stroll on this small path.

CHAPTER 408 - JERSEY MISER

But now, their spirit stones were gone! This path of cultivation had become an ordinary path.

All the Cloud Realm disciples went crazy, looking for the culprit everywhere to retrieve their spirit stones.

The amount of Spirit Stones needed to make such a long path was enormous. Even if they, the Cloud Realm cultivators, wanted to take out so many Spirit Stones, it would not be easy.

However, the culprit responsible for this incident was not aware at all. He followed the Emissary to the small courtyard they were assigned to live in.

The small courtyard that the Heavenly Spirit Palace was allocated was next to that of the prefectural city of Bin You. Yanran was slightly dissatisfied with this.

After all, that woman was too annoying and shameless.

No matter how much she mocked and ridiculed him, he was like an unbeatable cockroach!

However, as guests, they could not say much.

Thus, they set it up.

The envoy had said that the Holy Lord and the Young Master would receive them tomorrow.

And then, several female servants came.

Actually, the female servants here were only chosen from the female disciples.

Du Fei and Wang also headed to their rooms to rest, and the blue-clothed man also left.

Only Xuanyuan Po, Yanran, and Jersey were left in the room.

Yanran turned her head to look at Xuanyuan Po and silently asked, Is there anyone watching?

Xuanyuan Po released his spiritual sense and scanned the area around the small courtyard. After a moment, he withdrew his spiritual sense and shook his head. There aren't any in the courtyard, but there are quite a few outside.

Yanran nodded. That was true. It would be strange if there were no hidden guards outside the courtyard.

As long as there was no one in the courtyard, they would be able to speak freely as long as they lowered their voices.

Ze Xi's eyes