Beautiful Medical Princess: Volume 2

By Liu QiQi

He was a prince, and he held great power within his grasp. With a flip of his hand, he turned the clouds into rain, and an ancient jade allowed them to walk together.

With one killing, the other saving, who would be the final winner?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Jul 10, 2020
• ISBN: 9781649758217

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SERENDIPITY

CHAPTER 101 - MYSTERIOUS SHADOWLESS

She smiled. Su Ruo touched her cheek. It had been so long since she last laughed so happily that she had already forgotten.

She gradually withdrew her smile, but the smile in her eyes couldn't be concealed. She didn't even notice it herself. 19th Master, I'll go get some water for you to wash up. We'll think of a way to contact Seventh Prince and the others.

I'll go with you.

Su Ruo didn't refuse, she found a small wooden bucket from the house.

The two of them exited the thatched cottage, and under Su Ruo's lead, walked towards the left side of the thatched cottage.

After walking for a while, the clear water came into view. The water poured down from the cliff into the pond that was formed naturally. The sound of water flowing could be heard as the birds were happily chirping in the branches and the breeze carried the fragrance of mountain cherry blossoms.

What an elegant environment. Qi Fengxi said.

Su Ruo nodded, Indeed. She put down the bucket, rolled up her sleeves, crouched down, scooped up the water with her hand, and washed it clean. Then she walked around to the pouring waterfall and filled the bucket with water.

Qi Fengxi watched Su Ruo's every move, and her mood rose and fell along with her.

After washing her face and rinsing her mouth, Su Ruo went to pick some more fruits. The two of them sat by the pond while Su Ruo washed the fruits and gave them to Qi Fengxi.

Qi Fengxi laughed as she accepted the fruit. He took a bite and felt a slight sour feeling in his heart. But at this moment, he felt that it was sweet.

Su Ruo took a bite of the fruit and saw that Qi Fengxi was frowning slightly at the sour taste of the fruit, but her expression was filled with happiness and laughter. Her heart was slightly moved as she surveyed the surrounding scenery, her gaze falling upon the reflection of the two people in the pool. She could see the curve of her eyebrows and the faint smile in her eyes.

She was happy. She couldn't deny this feeling.

He even thought that living here for the rest of his life would be great, but all he could do was think about it. Not to mention her eternal life, Qi Fengxi could not continue living here just like this. Even if he wanted to live a life free of strife, would the imperial court or imperial palace let him go because he was a thorn in the side? He couldn't let go of too many things, too many things that he couldn't control. Such a quiet life was still very far from them.

She raised her head and surveyed the surrounding cliffs. Seventh Prince and His Majesty should have found their way down by this time if they sent someone down.

The smile on Qi Fengxi's face gradually faded after hearing Su Ruo's words. This night … this moment … was like a dream. When they woke up from a dream, they had to return to reality and face reality.

He turned around and glanced at the thatched cottage. Should we light some firewood?

Su Ruo shook her head, If the people from the eastern branch clans are still here, they'll be lured over.

Qi Fengxi felt that Su Ruo's words were reasonable, but how could she notify her royal father and seventh brother's men?

Su Ruo thought for a while, then decided not to attract anyone's attention. The Ninjas from the east branch clan were here, and so were the poisonous people and werewolves. The werewolves were good at tracking enemies by smell, and had a keen nose. Right now, she had nothing on her that could deal with werewolves and venomous humans. With the addition of the Ninjas of the Dark Group, she and Qi Fengxi had no way to fight back.

Qi Fengxi suddenly thought of something. It's fine. We don't need to do anything. Imperial Father's people will find us.

Eh? Su Ruo didn't understand.

He'll find us. He thought about it, his existence was the secret of every Great Jin Emperor, so he couldn't tell Su Ruo first. Each generation's Shadowless was one of Da Jin's most powerful masters. Not only was he well-versed in all kinds of martial arts, he was also good at tracking and distinguishing the enemy's scent. His sensitivity towards scent was no less than that of the werewolves. Under such terrain and with Shadowless's training, he could quickly find him and Su Ruo.

Qi Fengxi was referring to him, not them. Su Ruo suddenly remembered something. The secret bodyguard of the Great Jin Emperor was nowhere to be seen. Since the founding of the Great Jin, Shadowless was the most secretive of the imperial guards. He was responsible for protecting the emperor and clearing many obstacles for him. After training in extreme cruelty, Formless had survived with every transition from emperor to emperor, and he was also the most trustworthy one.

Seeing Su Ruo's understanding of the situation, Qi Fengxi was confused. Did she know of Shadowless's existence? This was impossible. Not many people knew of his existence.

So he asked, Aren't you curious as to why I'm so sure that someone will be able to find us?

Su Ruo replied, Since 19th Master said he could find us, I'm naturally not curious. There must be a reason why 19th Master was so confident. I don't want to care who it is or how they found us.

Su Ruo's words were very clear. I believe in you, Qi Fengxi, and I shouldn't care about what you say. I won't be curious.

Qi Fengxi's eyes filled with praise when she heard Su Ruo's words. She was indeed extraordinary. Every word she said perfectly expressed her thoughts.

However, what Qi Fengxi didn't know was that Su Ruo wasn't curious because she knew of Shadowless's existence.

The leaves of the trees by the side of the pond rustled as they fell. The tree branches moved, and a human figure appeared within the forest. The man glanced at Su Ruo and Qi Fengxi by the side of the pond.

He turned his head to look at the mountainside behind him. In the blink of an eye, he had disappeared into the forest.

Qi Fengxi smiled as she looked at Su Ruo. You are the most intelligent woman I've ever met.

That's because 19th Grandpa has never seen a more intelligent woman. Su Ruo replied. She had already lived for more than three hundred years. If she was still like a girl waiting for her daughter, then wouldn't her hundreds of years of life have been in vain?

After meeting you, I'm afraid I won't think any other woman is intelligent anymore. Qi Fengxi's eyes were filled with boundless gentleness. In his heart, she was the one and only existence. In this moment, there was probably no other girl that could make him see her in such a way.

19th Master is too kind. Su Ruo said humbly. She cast a glance at the nearby cliff. Shadowless and the Dark Group Ninja of the Eastern Branch Tribe were both unknown to her. However, she knew that she and Qi Fengxi had gained a bit more safety net with her presence.

At the foot of the mountain.

The man easily jumped down the hill and glanced around. His gaze landed on the thatched cottage, then he turned to the side of the pond. Seeing the person beside the pond, his lips curled up into a smile.

He turned, his silver hair as smooth as silver silk at his waist.

He took out a red signal flare from his waist with his slender fingers and aimed it in that direction.

Ye Zichen clapped his hands, then said in a charming and relaxed voice, Finish it.

Qi Muqing, who was standing on the edge of the cliff, noticed a faint red fog. Only then did his tightly clenched hands gradually loosen up. An almost imperceptible feeling of joy appeared in his heart, as he gradually relaxed.

She was still alive, she and Qi Fengxi were still alive. He knew that a smart girl like her would definitely find a way to survive.

He told Silver Fox that if he found a corpse below, he would use a yellow signal flare. If they were still alive, he would use a red signal flare.

Qi Muqing turned around and strode towards Guan Lin and the others, as if she was afraid that something might happen if Su Ruo and the others were at the bottom of the cliff.

CHAPTER 102 - FIND THEM

Han Zhi bowed to Qi Muqing, then said, Seventh Prince, I found a hidden, steep path at the back of the cliff that led down to the bottom of the cliff. I've already sent a team of people down. They should have reached the bottom by now.

Qi Muqing was stunned for a moment. If that small path was easy to find, then Silver Fox would have already discovered it last night. He wouldn't have waited until today to send him a message.

To make sure it was what he was thinking, he asked Han Zhi, How did General Han find the trail?

Han Zhi answered honestly, The entrance to the trail was blocked by some bushes. This general coincidentally saw a wild deer burrowing into the grass and disappeared, so I thought there might be a way. So I pushed open the bush and took a short circuit down the path. It really is a winding path down to the bottom of the cliff.

Qi Muqing immediately understood. How could a wild deer coincidentally appear around Han Zhi? As a high-ranking officer, Han Zhi's ability to see the surrounding terrain and environment was naturally higher than others. With the appearance of a wild deer, he quickly connected the dots. It seems that royal father is worried about him, and is also worried about 19th Brother's safety, so he even sent his personal secret guard over.

Just as he thought, the appearance of the wild deer was not a coincidence, nor was it a coincidence that it had entered the shrubbery.

After thinking about it, he said to Han Zhi and Guan Lin, This King and Master Guan will go down the cliff. General Han will guard here and forbid anyone from entering before this King comes up. Otherwise, kill them without question.

Qi Muqing's indifferent tone carried an unquestionable seriousness, and Han Zhi accepted his orders, This general knows.

Under the lead of one of the generals, Qimu Qing and Guan Lin walked around to the front of the path. Qimu Qing glanced at the winding, steep path, which was surrounded by trees and shrubs. He had searched the area yesterday and hadn't found the trail. It was enough to show how hidden it was.

After walking up to a tree, he cast a glance at the silver threads on the branch. It seemed that Silver Fox had also found this path.

Master Guan and I will go down. This path isn't easy to walk on, but the larger the number of people, the longer it will take. You all stay here and guard it. Do not let anyone near this place.

Guan Lin nodded his head in agreement. Han Zhi had already sent a small team of people down earlier. The more they sent out, the more time they would have to spend to go back and forth. Besides, he didn't know what would happen next. It was unknown if 19th Master and Young Noble Su were safe and sound.

Although Guan Lin was usually a coarse old man, his brain could be very meticulous at critical moments.

Qimu Qing and Guan Lin walked down the steep path. Guan Lin's footsteps were quite hurried and he almost fell down several times. Qimu Qing knew that he was worried for Qi Fengxi's safety.

He said in a deep voice, Master Guan, first protect yourself well, then worry about 19th Brother.

Guan Lin turned around and glanced at Qi Muqing. He was still in a cold and impenetrable position. Guan Lin was a bit suspicious. With Qi Muqing's calmness, did he know that 19th Master was safe? He didn't believe that anything had happened to 19th Grandpa. Qi Muqing would be in a much better situation. First, the Emperor wouldn't let him go.

Thinking of this, Guan Lin politely said, Thank you for the concern of Seventh Prince.

At the edge of the pond.

Su Ruo stood up with the wooden bucket. Just as she was about to return to the thatched cottage with Qi Fengxi, she heard the rustling of tree branches.

The two of them immediately maintained their vigilance. Qi Fengxi stood in front of Su Ruo, frowning as she looked towards the direction of the forest. Someone's coming.

Su Ruo listened carefully again, More than one.

Qi Fengxi narrowed her soft eyes, the smile on her face slowly replaced by a solemn one. If it was an assassin, it would be hard for him and Su Ruo to deal with so many people. However, he wasn't sure if it was a killer or not. Normally, a killer wouldn't cause such a commotion.

Su Ruo's brows furrowed as she looked at the tree branches swaying violently in the forest. This didn't seem like an assassin's style, she said, It wasn't an assassin.

After analyzing it in her heart, Qi Fengxi came to the same conclusion as Su Ruo. His serious expression returned to his usual carefree attitude as he lightly nodded his head and smiled. They should be Imperial Father and Seventh Brother's people.

Just as Qi Fengxi finished her sentence, a silvery light flashed by. Someone shouted, It's 19th Prince! 19th Prince! Where's 19th Prince?!

Qi Fengxi walked to Su Ruo's side. From start to finish, she had a calm and unperturbed expression. He was really curious about what exactly had happened to her in the past that allowed her to develop such a calm attitude towards life and death.

A group of men emerged from the forest and knelt before Qi Fengxi. Your subordinate will participate in the ceremony.

Qi Fengxi waved at them. All of you, rise. He didn't see Guan Lin or Han Zhi, so he asked the leader, Vice General Zhang, Lord Guan Lin and General Han didn't come down?

The leader replied, General Han found a path. He asked a small team of his subordinates to scout the path first. General Han will report back to the Seventh Marquis and Master Guan.

Hearing Vice General Zhang's words, it seemed that the Emperor's men had first discovered Qi Fengxi and her, so they had secretly led the way for Han Zhi. If Qi Muqing's men had first discovered them, then Qi Muqing would have found them.

In that case, Seventh Brother and Master Guan will come back later. Qi Fengxi said. There was a hint of concentration in his eyes. It was likely that Shadowless had guided Han Zhi. If it was Seventh Brother's path of prophecy, then Seventh Brother would have definitely brought his men down here first.

Thinking of Qi Muqing, Su Ruo couldn't help but ponder deeply. She and Qi Fengxi had fallen off the cliff, so the person she was most worried about must have been him. Of course, he wasn't truly concerned about her, nor was he concerned about Qi Fengxi's brotherly relationship. He was worried about his own situation. If something were to happen to Qi Fengxi, the emperor would definitely let him off scot-free. However, the only thing that was certain was that the Emperor was a wise man and that he had seen through Qi Muqing's thoughts. He did not think that Qi Muqing would collude with the people of the East Branch Tribe. His heart was filled with ambition, and he only cared about the top position of Emperor. How could he let these petty tricks destroy his plans? What he was going to play, he was afraid, was a very large chess game. It was even possible that she was one of the chess pieces. It was a pity that she wouldn't continue to be his chess piece. As long as she could get what she wanted, she would leave this place with Little Yi.

Vice General Zhang replied to Qi Fengxi's words, General Han told us to find Prince Nineteen and release the signal detonator. Master Guan will respond to us when he sees the signal detonator.

Hearing Vice General Zhang's words, Qi Fengxi glanced at Su Ruo as if asking for her opinion.

Su Ruo thought for a while, then said, Since Vice General Zhang has already found us, we should report him as well.

Only now did Qi Fengxi nod. Go.

Vice General Zhang walked into the open space and fired a signal flare into the sky. Whoosh! The signal flare flew up into the sky and exploded in the air. The dark blue smoke rose into the air and formed clouds.

CHAPTER 103 - BURY YOUR NAME

Han Zhi, who was at the edge of the cliff, saw the dark blue smoke and said in surprise, Great, 19th Master is fine.

When Qimu Qing and Guan Lin reached halfway down the mountain, Guan Lin looked up and saw the dark blue in disgust. He was so excited that he almost slipped and fell.

It seemed that the group that went down first had already found Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo. After obtaining the second confirmation that Su Ruo and Qi Fengxi were safe, the corners of Qi Muqing's lips curled up slightly, and a faint smile appeared in her cold eyes.

Guan Lin steadied himself and fumbled out the red smoke bomb. He lit the red smoke bomb in the bushes nearby. Thick red smoke rose up into the air.

At the bottom of the cliff, Vice General Zhang saw the red smoke. He pointed to a spot halfway up the mountain and said to Qi Fengxi, 19th Master, Master Guan and the rest are there.

Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo looked in the direction that Vice General Zhang was pointing. There was still some distance between them and the bottom of the cliff. They estimated that it would take at least two hours to reach the bottom.

Qi Fengxi said to Vice General Zhang, Vice General Zhang, you've worked hard. Take a rest first. Wait till Master Guan and the others come down, then we can go up.

Vice General Zhang was a hardworking and hardworking soldier, and after going over and over again, he did not feel tired at all. However, since Qi Fengxi had already spoken, Vice General Zhang naturally could not refute her words. He thanked her respectfully and said, 19th Master, thank you very much.

Everyone rested by the pool. Su Ruo told Qi Fengxi that she was going to put the wooden bucket back, so she took it back to the house and cleaned it up.

He went out and closed the door.

She turned and looked around, and it was as if she had awoken from a beautiful dream.

The peaceful and tranquil atmosphere was shattered by the appearance of Vice General Zhang. Once they left this place, she and Qi Fengxi would have to face the storm that followed one after another.

Su Ruo walked to the biggest tree, leaned on the tree trunk, and stretched out her hand to catch the falling petals. All the forms in the world would eventually fall into the same dust as the falling flower. But where would she go? Where was the end? When would they be able to find all of the broken jade?

Seeing Su Ruo not return for a long time, Qi Fengxi went to the grass hut worriedly. In front of the grass hut, he saw Su Ruo leaning on the tree trunk of the mountain cherry tree. The wind blew a few strands of hair off her face, and the golden sunlight shined on her cold face, softening her indifferent temperament.

He walked towards her and stopped not far from her. He stared at her, wondering what she was thinking. Even when he approached, she did not notice.

Qi Fengxi walked a few steps closer and felt the shadow sway slightly. Only then did Su Ruo regain her senses. She withdrew her hand and looked at Qi Fengxi.

Qi Fengxi stared at her with a smile, her starry eyes gentle and clear. The hair draped over her shoulders added a trace of elegance and charm to her gaze.

The wind blew, the petals rustled down, and the fragrance of the flowers penetrated his heart.

Su Ruo was dazed. This moment was like a dream or illusion. Qi Fengxi was like an immortal that transcended the mortal world.

Why are you here? She opened her mouth to break the beautiful atmosphere.

Seeing that you haven't returned yet, I'm afraid something might have happened to you.

Then you can't come alone. At the very least, you have to let Vice General Zhang follow you. If something were to happen to me, wouldn't you be in danger? Su Ruo's tone carried a hint of accusation.

Although it was an accusation, it was an accusation of concern. Qi Fengxi was very happy that she was concerned about him. He smiled and said, I didn't think about it too much all of a sudden.

Su Ruo was a little serious, Next time you can't be like this.

Alright.

Qi Fengxi glanced at her surroundings. What are you doing here?

Su Ruo replied, This place is very quiet and quiet and is about to leave. I am a bit reluctant to leave such an environment.

Hearing Su Ruo's words, he thought for a moment. In the future, we can come back here.

In the future? Bitterness flashed past Su Ruo's eyes, if she could really come back, then that would be great, but everything would have to wait until she found Qi Duanyu before she could make her plans. She wasn't even sure how long it would take to find Qi Duanyu.

Sensing that Su Ruo's mood wasn't right, Qi Fengxi thought that Su Ruo was regretting her decision to leave this place. He said to her, Wait for me here.

Eh? Before Su Ruo could react, Qi Fengxi was already walking towards the pool.

Not long after, Qi Fengxi returned with a military dagger and two pieces of armor. From the looks of it, these were taken from the soldiers' armor.

Su Ruo looked at Qi Fengxi in confusion. 19th Master, this is …?

Qi Fengxi gave her a gentle smile and waved the piece of armor in her hand, Let's carve our names on this and bury them under this mountain cherry tree. There's a saying in the Wan Yuan Tribe that if you want to return to a place you once lived in, engrave your name in that place and bury it. No matter how much time passes, you will always remember to return there." He had never believed in these things, but the moment he saw that her mood was abnormal, he suddenly wanted to believe in this matter.

If it was the usual Su Ruo, she would definitely ask when Qi Fengxi would believe this too. But at this moment, she didn't want to ask that question, nor did she want to say anything that would ruin the atmosphere.

She nodded. Okay. Just bury a wish, bury an impossible dream.

Qi Fengxi was very surprised when she agreed. He thought she would laugh at him for believing in such things. She did not laugh at him, and even said yes, his heart immediately warmed. He handed her a piece of armor and carefully carved his name on his own.

When Su Ruo saw how serious Qi Fengxi was, she raised her eyebrows slightly.

After Qi Fengxi finished carving her name, she handed the dagger to Su Ruo. It's your turn.

Su Ruo took the dagger and engraved her name on the piece of armor.

With her focused appearance and her slightly raised eyebrows, Qi Fengxi's eyes were as warm as the sun. He could feel a faint happiness coming from her body.

After Su Ruo finished carving her name, the two of them dug a hole under the mountain cherry tree. Qi Fengxi first placed the piece of armor with her name engraved on it. Su Ruo paused for a moment before also placing the piece of armor with her name engraved on it.

As she watched the dirt bury the armor piece by piece, Su Ruo suddenly felt suffocated, as if what was buried was her heart and what was buried was her love.

Until she could no longer see the piece of armor, a faint sadness flowed through Su Ruo's heart. Legends were always the most beautiful. She knew that she might never come back here in her life, and that she might accidentally come back here alone.

After burying the piece of armor, Qi Fengxi's mood was elated. He had always been thinking that one day, they would all return here and dig out the piece of armor that they had buried here.

The two of them stood up and washed their hands. Su Ruo stood up and looked at the sky. Guan Lin should be arriving soon.

She asked Qi Fengxi, Is there anything wrong with 19th Master's injury?

Nothing serious, Qi Fengxi replied.

Then wait until we return to the palace before I change the medicine for 19th Master. Su Ruo's worries were dispelled.

Just as she was about to turn around, Qi Fengxi suddenly reached out a hand towards her, causing her body to freeze on the spot.

CHAPTER 104 - INTANGIBLE AMBIGUITY

Su Ruo's eyes drooped, and her slender fingers swept across Su Ruo's face. The warmth on her face was like a bolt of lightning that passed through her body. The feeling of numbness entered into her heart.

In the distance, Qi Muqing and Guan Lin had just reached the bottom of the cliff when he came to look for Su Ruo and Qi Fengxi. Su Ruo looked at Qi Fengxi at the edge of the lake. Qi Fengxi reached out and wiped her cheek. The two of them seemed to be extremely compatible. It could even be said that they were made in heaven.

Qi Muqing's heart clenched tightly because of the duo's affections. He felt that the two in front of him were somewhat dazzling. A hint of annoyance flashed through his cold eyes, and his hand unconsciously clenched into a fist before relaxing.

He didn't know why he only wanted to see Su Ruo. Was it because this chess piece was too important, or because he had other intentions. However, after seeing the scene in front of him, he suddenly had an idea. The power of this chess piece was indeed not to be underestimated. The corner of his mouth curled up into a cold smile. She and 19th brother were deeply in love, yet he was worried about her safety. Everything was superfluous.

Qi Fengxi pointed a finger at the dirt on Su Ruo's abdomen. He didn't realize how ambiguous his actions just now were. He smiled warmly at Su Ruo. There's dirt on your face.

Su Ruo suppressed the restlessness in her heart, and her stiff body relaxed. She didn't know how to reply to Qi Fengxi, so she could only say, Thank you, 19th Master.

Qi Fengxi didn't consider her own actions too much, so she naturally didn't know that Su Ruo had been frightened by his ambiguous action. He said, I just saw it, and I'll help you wipe it off.

Feeling a cold light stare at them, Su Ruo and Qi Fengxi simultaneously turned to look at Qi Muqing.

Seeing Qi Muqing standing in front of the thatched cottage, Su Ruo frowned for a moment before opening her eyes again. How long has Qi Muqing been here for? Did you see Qi Fengxi's ambiguous act just now? If she saw it, what would Qi Muqing think?

Seeing that it was Qi Muqing, Qi Fengxi walked towards him with a smile. Seventh Brother, sorry for troubling you. He wasn't surprised at all that Qi Muqing would personally come.

As the seventh brother, he naturally has to personally come.

Su Ruo also walked up to Qi Muqing. Even though he still had that unchanging iceberg face, the fatigue on his face and the red bloodshot eyes showed that he hadn't slept last night.

She greeted him, Seventh Prince.

Young Master Su is still alive.

What he said sounded off, but it didn't sound off either.

Su Ruo seemed to notice a trace of displeasure in Qi Muqing's eyes, but when she thought about it, why would she be displeased? Everything was within his expectations. She and Qi Fengxi were safe and sound.

It was all because Young Master Su saved me. Qi Fengxi laughed.

Brother Nineteen, have you recovered from the wounds on your body?

I've been taken care of by Young Noble Su, I'm fine now. When Qi Fengxi mentioned Su Ruo, her expression unconsciously softened.

Seeing this, Qi Muqing felt a little uncomfortable. He guessed that something must have happened between Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo last night. It seemed that their relationship had improved a little today. This was clearly a good thing for him, but why was it that he couldn't get rid of an uncomfortable feeling in his heart.

19th Master must be joking, I am only doing my duty as a physician. When Su Ruo thought of the effects of Qi Fengxi yesterday, a faint layer of blush covered her face.

Just as the three of them were talking, a tall figure ran over and kneeled down before Qi Fengxi. Master, you've made Guan Lin think so hard. Guan Lin is so worried that he can't eat well or sleep well.

Su Ruo looked and saw that it was Guan Lin. He was a big fellow who was crying and wiping tears away.

Quickly get up. You are a dignified general that is the commander of the Azure Dragon Army camp. If you do this, people will laugh at you. Qi Fengxi was moved by Guan Lin's actions, but at the same time, she did not forget to remind Guan Lin of her identity.

Guan Lin stood up with tears in his eyes. A joke is a joke. It's only natural for Guan Lin to care about me.

Qi Muqing said inappropriately, I don't know who said that they were hungry yesterday, but after eating a pot of rice, their snores were the loudest tonight.

As soon as he said that, Guan Lin's tears immediately stopped. His face instantly turned red as he stammered, Then … Then … Only after a long while did he think of rebutting Qi Muqing's words, This is an exaggeration to prove how much I miss and care about this lord.

Alright, I know you're worried about me.

Upon hearing Guan Lin's words, a hint of a smile could be seen in Qi Muqing's cold eyes.

Su Ruo tried to hold back her laughter, she didn't want to show her emotions in front of so many people.

Master, are you alright? Guan Lin looked Qi Fengxi up and down a few times.

It's nothing. Let's prepare to go up. After Qi Fengxi finished speaking, she turned to Qi Muqing and said, I wonder what Seventh Brother's opinion is?

Let's go up first. Otherwise, I wonder if some unforeseen events might occur later.

Su Ruo and Qi Fengxi both knew what Qi Muqing meant by 'unforeseen event'.

After the four of them walked over to Vice General Zhang, he led the way. Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo, as well as Qi Lin and Qi Muqing followed behind them.

Guan Lin was walking ahead of Qi Fengxi. Behind Qi Fengxi was Su Ruo and finally Qi Muqing.

The mountain road was very steep, and with the heavy rain yesterday, it would slide down if one wasn't careful. Going down the mountain was not easy, but going up it was even harder.

As Qi Fengxi walked, she would occasionally turn around to look at Su Ruo, afraid that she would slip and fall.

Qi Muqing looked at Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo, thinking about how Silver Fox had said that Third Brother was furious about the incident with the black-robed guards. However, since Third Brother had secretly sent out the black-robed guards to hide them from his father, he didn't dare to thoroughly investigate the bandits. Silver Fox's actions were clean and straightforward. Third Brother naturally wouldn't suspect that it was someone else who had done the deed. But does royal father not know that third brother sent out his Black Cloaked Guards? I'm afraid royal father is also using the blade to kill people, as long as this blade does not fall on royal father's 19th brother.

No one could fathom royal father's thoughts. The only thing they could be certain of was that royal father could protect nineteenth brother with all his might. It was also because of this that royal father made the deal with him, but royal father never trusted him at all, and was always on guard against him.

Qi Muqing clenched his fist tightly. The better the relationship between Su Ruo and 19th brother, the better it would be for him, so he shouldn't feel uncomfortable. That feeling of unease should be pulled out from the depths of his heart. He was Qi Muqing, someone who wholeheartedly wanted to stand above all others. How could he be distracted by a mere woman?

Thinking of this, Qimu Qing loosened his grip. He should no longer be under her control. If he couldn't control his chess pieces, the one who ruined the game would be himself. Destroying was not the result he wanted.

However, he still had a better way to control this piece of uncertainty. As he looked at Su Ruo's back, an indescribable fire appeared in his eyes.

Su Ruo felt that there was something wrong with the atmosphere behind her. She turned around and glanced at Qi Muqing. At this moment, one of her stomps missed and her foot slipped. Before she could even react, her entire body fell down the cliff.

CHAPTER 105 - RETURN TO INTRAUTERINE

Qi Muqing was originally waiting for Qi Fengxi to save Su Ruo, but the moment he saw her fall to the ground, he couldn't help but reach out to pull her back.

Su Ruo felt her wrist tighten as Qi Muqing held her back.

Qi Fengxi turned deathly pale the moment she saw Su Ruo slip and fall. Sweat trickled down her forehead. Before he could even stretch out his hand, Qi Muqing had already forcefully pulled Su Ruo up.

After Su Ruo stood up, Qi Muqing instantly released her hand. He looked at his own hand, and the slight chill on her skin seemed to still remain in his palm. His brows slightly furrowed, then quickly relaxed, as a peculiar emotion flashed across his eyes.

Qi Fengxi watched as Su Ruo's tensed state gradually relaxed. The moment she turned around and saw her fall to the ground, his heart felt like it was being pierced by needles, and he felt extremely uncomfortable.

Fortunately, she was fine. Qi Fengxi heaved a sigh of relief.

Be careful. Qi Fengxi's voice was filled with concern.

Su Ruo was still calm and composed, I will pay attention.

Fortunately, Seventh Brother caught you. Qi Fengxi cast a grateful glance at Qi Muqing.

It was just a small effort.

Su Ruo looked at her slightly red wrist. At that instant, she could clearly feel Qi Muqing's desire to save her. She thanked, Thank you, Seventh Prince, for saving me.

Qi Muqing was already used to Su Ruo's alienation and indifference. Even though she thanked him, she still didn't have any feelings for him.

How are you? Qi Fengxi said worriedly.

Su Ruo shook her head, I'm fine.

After the incident, everyone continued walking up the stairs. Qi Fengxi was worried about Su Ruo, so she extended her hand towards her and said, Follow me.

Su Ruo's gaze fell onto Qi Fengxi's hand. After a moment of silence, her hand moved. She thought back to the heat from holding her hand last night. Now that she thought of it, that heat seemed to still exist on her skin.

Qi Fengxi should have been rejected. However, the deep concern in his eyes and his anticipation caused her to give up on the idea of refusing. She extended her hand and grabbed onto Qi Fengxi's hand.

His hand was not as hot as it had been the night before, but it was warm, like his own, warm as the sun.

The smile on Qi Fengxi's face became gentler as she held Su Ruo's hand. The cool sensation of her hand made him feel very comfortable. He held her hand tightly. He remembered how, when they had fallen down the cliff together, they had clasped their fingers together and not let go of each other, and for a moment they had been each other's support, their support.

Qi Muqing's gaze fell onto the two men's tightly clenched fists, and he deliberately ignored the unhappiness that flashed past his heart.

A group of people walked and stopped, and after about four hours, they arrived at the top of the mountain cliff. When the soldiers standing guard at the entrance saw Qi Fengxi, they all knelt down and greeted, Greetings, Prince Nineteen.

Returning to the pavilion by the grave, Han Zhi reported to Qi Fengxi that the killers were all people from the eastern branch of the Southern Shu Tribe.

After discussing the matter, Qi Fengxi and Qi Muqing decided to keep the five thousand elite soldiers and Han Zhi here to guard the tomb, in case the coffin would be taken away.

After resting for half an hour, Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo changed into the soldiers' armors and followed Qi Muqing back to the palace.

Within the palace, Shadowless had already sent word to the Emperor that Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo were safe and sound.

Within the palace, the emperor paced back and forth anxiously, hoping that Qi Fengxi would return earlier.

Qi Muqing, who had the Emperor's gift medallion, made his way to the palace without any obstructions. Seeing that it was Qi Muqing, the little eunuch immediately opened the palace gates, allowing Qi Muqing and the others to enter.

The emperor's heart was like an ant on a pan. Zhuo Zi Hou saw Qi Fengxi outside and shouted happily, Your majesty, your majesty, 19th Master is back! Young Master Su is back too!

When the emperor heard this, he immediately rushed out towards Qi Fengxi.

Qi Fengxi saw a bright yellow figure flying towards her, and he said apologetically, Imperial Father, your son has troubled you.

The emperor walked up to Qi Fengxi and looked her up and down. After confirming that his precious son was alright, his eyes flickered with tears as he pinched Qi Fengxi's shoulder with one hand. He said in a slightly hoarse voice, Xi'er, it's good that you're back. It's good that you're back.

The Emperor had long since lost his former dignity. He was now like a father who doted on his children.

Su Ruo stood at the side and looked at the fatherly love in front of her. She didn't even have the right to bow to the Emperor, nor did she have the right to not bow to him.

Qi Muqing had already given up on such a close relationship. She didn't feel touched, nor did she feel deep love. These unnecessary emotions were not what he should have. He admired 19th brother and also admired the 14th brother that 19th brother cared for, but he knew that his Imperial Father would never worry about him like this and there would also be no relationship between 19th brother and 14th brother.

Su Ruo subconsciously glanced at Qi Muqing. He didn't seem to be moved by this kind of scene, his expression was even colder than before.

After chatting with Qi Fengxi for a while, the emperor asked how Qi Fengxi had survived. Qi Fengxi said that Su Ruo had saved him. Only then did the emperor turn his attention to Su Ruo. His gaze immediately became sharp. It was surprising to him that this girl who had nothing in common could have so much skill. However, he still had to thank her for her ability. Otherwise, his Xi Er would be separated from him forever.

After thinking it over, the emperor said to Su Ruo, I am very grateful to you for saving Xi Er.

Su Ruo said humbly, Your majesty is too courteous. This commoner did everything this commoner could to protect the dozen or so grandfathers.

Don't follow This Emperor into the heavens. This is all your credit. After the emperor had finished speaking, he then said to Zhuo Zi, Zhuo Zi, ask someone to bring the purple jade carving that the West Logic Country sent over a few days ago to Young Noble Su.

Su Ruo immediately rejected, Your majesty, it is this subject's duty to save 19th Elder, this subject doesn't need any rewards.

The emperor was stunned. He looked at Su Ruo's determined face and laughed loudly, Good, good, good. Young Noble Su is indeed different from the others.

When Qi Muqing, who hadn't said a word until now, saw Su Ruo reject the Emperor's bestowal, her eyebrows rose. The purple jade carving was priceless, and she rejected it without even batting an eye. The number of chips increased by one more person.

Qi Fengxi was deep in thought. Su Ruo didn't need to pursue fame and fortune. What sort of method did Seventh Brother use to get her to agree to solve this case? It seemed like he needed to figure this out.

The emperor's gaze landed on Qi Muqing, and he said in a rare praising manner, It's all thanks to Seventh Bro's calmness this time.

Your son shall be the one to share the burdens and worries of father. He knew that the Emperor was only praising him because Qi Fengxi had returned. He was in an excellent mood.

Good, good, good. All of you did well.

With that, the emperor patted Qi Fengxi on the shoulder and said, Xi'er, go and run the entire way. Go and change your clothes first.

Qi Fengxi nodded. This subject shall take his leave first.

The emperor said to Su Ruo, Young Noble Su, you should go back and rest.

Su Ruo knew that the emperor was purposely separating her and Qi Fengxi. After she bade farewell to the emperor, she kept up with Qi Fengxi's footsteps. Even Zhuo Zi tactfully avoided her.

Seeing that Qi Fengxi and Su Ruo had already left, the Emperor looked at Qi Muqing and asked, Seventh Bro, was Third Bro's black-robed guard created by you?

CHAPTER 106 - RUTHLESSNESS AND STRATAGEM

Qi Muqing was stunned. He hadn't expected that his father had sent Su Ruo and the nineteenth brother off to ask him this question. Besides, why ask this now? He thought that his royal father would ask him about the Black Armored Guard in the Audience Hall.

The emperor's gaze was as sharp as an eagle. Third brother came to look for me today. He said that he wanted to send the black-robed guard to help find Xi Er.

Third brother, if the nineteenth brother didn't fall off the cliff, Third brother would have to suffer a huge loss." But with 19th brother's matter, Third brother could take the opportunity to say that the black-robed guards had been killed. No wonder royal father would ask him about the black-robed guards now. Third brother and nineteenth brother had never been on good terms with each other, and royal father had also heard that third brother came to pay his respects to royal father simply to prove that he had brotherly feelings for nineteenth brother, and to tactfully tell royal father that the black-robed guards had