Not Even a Slave
The memories in his mind became blurrier and blurrier.
Until it was interrupted by a knock on the door.
Zhao Huai retracted his dazed gaze. His hawk-like brows knitted as he turned to look at the closed door.
"Come in."
The door was pushed open.
The man outside rushed in and rushed to Zhao Huai's side. "First Master, it's gone."
"Are you sure?"
"Yes, it's gone."
Zhao Huai's expression darkened. After a long while, he waved his hand. "Leave. Don't let anyone know about this."
"Understood."
The man bowed and left.
The room was plunged into a long silence.
…
The first thing Mo Ruo did when he returned to Shanhuai County was to take a bath.
Wearing beggar's clothes for the whole day was suffocating.
The smell was so strong that he could 'eat' it if he opened his mouth.
At this time, Ji Wanxin brought the freshly brewed medicine to Jing Rong's room.
One night and a whole day passed by.
Jing Rong did not even close his eyes for a moment.
He was worried about Ji Yunshu's safety.
When Ji Wanxin brought the medicine in, she saw Jing Rong standing alone in front of the open window, one hand hanging by his side, the other on the windowsill, clenched into a fist.
"Your Highness, Young Master Mo said that you must take this medicine on time, without delay."
She handed the medicine to him.
There was no response.
"I know you're worried about Yunshu, but you can't ignore your own injury. After all, the injury on your chest can be serious."
"…"
"Your Highness …"
"Put the medicine down and leave." He said coldly.
Ji Wanxin suddenly trembled. A few drops of medicine spilled out of the bowl, dripping onto the back of her hand.
It was obviously a warming medicine, but it was freezing cold.
She pursed her lips and lowered her phoenix eyes. A few stray hairs fell on her forehead, covering her eyes and the red mole between her eyebrows.
She choked back her sobs. "Yunshu and I grew up together. If something happens to her, how can I not worry? But what's the use of worrying? If it's allowed, I really want to exchange myself for her. "
The gentle Xizi's words touched his heart.
Jing Rong raised his powerless eyes and looked at her from the corner of his eyes.
He just looked at her.
Silence!
Ji Wanxin boldly met his gaze.
With a worried and aggrieved tone, she continued, "I know Your Highness only has Yunshu in your heart, and that is Yunshu's good fortune. But if she knew that Your Highness was willing to sacrifice his own body for her, how could she feel at ease? Only when your highness takes care of your body can you go and save her. "
As he spoke, he handed over the medicine in his hand.
Jing Rong was expressionless. After a moment of hesitation, he reached for the medicine and downed it in one gulp.
Bang!
Clang!
He threw it on the table beside him.
The bowls were slanted at the top.
A moment later, he said, "You don't have to boil the medicine."
There was no room for negotiation.
But …
Ji Wanxin replied, "I'm already used to it. In the past, when I was at home, I often brewed my own medicine. It wasn't a hindrance, not to mention I'm making it for your highness."
"You don't understand what This King means."
"Hmm?"
She was suspicious!
Jing Rong said solemnly, "You are not my attendant, nor are you my wife, nor are you a slave. You don't have to do these things, and it's not your turn."
Ji Wanxin was startled by his words. She lifted her feet slightly and almost jumped back a few steps.
So, in Jing Rong's heart, she … couldn't even be compared to a slave!
Thinking of this, her eyes reddened and her lips trembled, but she couldn't speak.
Jing Rong didn't want to be too harsh with his words. After all, this woman was Ji Yunshu's second sister.
He lowered his voice and said, "You can leave."
He meant to send her away!
Ji Wanxin felt wronged.
She couldn't understand why he didn't want to look her in the eye!
Why did he have to say such hurtful words?
Tears trickled down her cheeks, and just as they were about to fall …
Mo Ruo came in!
Ji Wanxin immediately retreated to the side and quietly wiped away her tears.
When Mo Ruo stepped in, he first glanced at the empty bowl on the table, then shifted his gaze to Ji Wanxin.
"Miss Ji, I have something to discuss with Prince Rong. I'll have to trouble you …"
Get out!
He didn't finish his words.
"Yes, I won't disturb you then."
She lowered her head and was about to leave when she worriedly asked Mo Ruo, "Young Master Mo, how is Yunshu now?"
Mo Ruo replied, "She's fine. Don't worry."
"That's good."
She bowed.
Jing Rong suddenly called out to her.
He asked, "Second Miss Ji, this Prince asks you, do you really treat Yunshu as your younger sister?"
Surprise!
Ji Wanxin abruptly turned around. "Your Highness, why do you ask?"
"You only need to answer me."
"Of course I treat Yunshu as my younger sister. Even if I have to sacrifice my life to help her, I'm willing!"
If you die.
Are you really willing?
Bullshit!
Jing Rong scrutinized her anxious and aggrieved face and didn't ask any more questions.
He indifferently said, "This Prince understands. You can leave."
Ji Wanxin didn't dare to speak anymore. She lowered her head and left.
Seeing this, Mo Ruo said in a low voice, "Why did you say those words?"
Jing Rong asked, "What words?"
"I heard it from outside. If I didn't come in, I'm afraid that Miss would have cried from your words."
"What does it have to do with me? I'm worried about Yunshu's safety right now. How can I care about her? "Jing Rong frowned and asked," How was it? Did you enter Gaoshan Village? "
"I did."
Jing Rong grabbed his arm. "How is Yunshu? Did those bandits do anything to her? "
Mo Ruo sighed and pushed him away.
"Don't worry, Miss Ji is fine."
"Fine?" Jing Rong was puzzled. "Mo Ruo, tell me the truth."
Mo Ruo replied, "What I'm telling you now is the truth!"
Thereupon —
Mo Ruo told him everything that had happened.
He even advised, "Since Miss Ji has her own ideas, you should listen to her. After borrowing the troops from Jing Province, don't attack the mountain for the time being, lest things get out of hand."
Jing Rong frowned and paced back and forth.
He shook his head. "No, I can't take the risk. Those bandits kill without batting an eye. If something goes wrong, Yunshu's life will be in danger."
Mo Ruo said, "But Gaoshan Village is impenetrable. It won't be easy to break in. Even if we manage to break in, there will be countless casualties. It's better to trust Miss Ji this once."
Jing Rong said, "She's willing to sacrifice her life to solve the case. How can I trust her? From Jinjiang to here, when has she done anything for herself? Now that someone has died in Gaoshan Village, it's hard to guarantee that those people won't kill her after she solves the case. I can't take this risk. Even if I have to charge in alone, I can't let anything happen to her. "
His voice was close to a roar.
This cold stone had blossomed for a woman.
But this flower was a morning glory. It was very stubborn!
Mo Ruo controlled his temper and analyzed the pros and cons with him in a low voice.
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