Seeing Long Fei Ye's expression, Han Yunxi felt inexplicably uneasy. She took the list and skimmed through it. Her heart almost stopped beating!
There were 20 names on the list, but five of them were children. The oldest was no more than 10 years old, and all of them were direct descendants of Tianning's noble families. One of them was even an imperial grandson!
Compared to this group of people, what did Long Fei Ye's cruelty count for?
But that wasn't what shocked Han Yunxi the most. What shocked her the most was the name she was familiar with … Mu Qingwu!
Heavens!
Mu Qingwu was actually on the list as well. He was someone these female spies wanted to kill in the next three years.
Han Yunxi had suspected that the person who poisoned Mu Qingwu might be a Northern Li spy, but that was just a thought. She didn't think too much about it. After all, General Mu's estate held a high position in Tianning Country. They controlled military power and had plenty of enemies within the country.
She never expected that the poison in Mu Qingwu's body really had been planted by these female spies. In other words, these spies had been lurking around the general's estate for many years!
If it wasn't for that chance encounter, no one would've discovered the poison hidden in Mu Qingwu's body. According to the spies' plan, they would continue to poison Mu Qingwu for the next three years. Once the Ten-Thousand Snake Poison accumulated to a certain level, Mu Qingwu would definitely die from the poison. Even Daluo Immortals wouldn't be able to save him.
Han Yunxi abruptly raised her head and looked at Long Fei Ye in disbelief. Long Fei Ye's playful smile grew wider and wider as he laughed Cold. "Han Yunxi, your lordship will take you to the Han Estate right now. I hope you won't disappoint your lordship."
At these words, Han Yunxi's heart gave a jolt as her face turned deathly white!
She backed up a few steps, her brows knitted. "What do you mean?"
"You were the one who told this prince that you suspected the Han family's Third Madame Li. How could you forget this matter so quickly?" Long Fei Ye asked.
He was very satisfied with the results of today's interrogation, and he was looking forward to the news brought by Han Yunxi.
Although he didn't know much about poisons, he knew that the Ten-Thousand Snake Poison in Mu Qingwu's body was the most unique type. To be able to silently poison Mu Qingwu for so many years, she definitely wasn't an ordinary female spy.
Perhaps, they would be able to gain a lot from this trip to the Han Clan!
Of course, Han Yunxi understood what Long Fei Ye was thinking. She immediately explained, "It's not a suspicion. It's just that there might be some clues. Your Highness, please don't have too much hope. Otherwise, you'll be too disappointed."
She wasn't defending Third Concubine, but defending the Han family.
Han Congan's crimes were enough to exterminate the Han family. Fortunately, the previous diagnosis wasn't made public, so she was able to make up for it. This time, if they really found something in the Han family, or if they really found out that there was a spy from Northern Li in the Han family, then it would be difficult for the entire Han family to escape this calamity!
It had to be known that treason with the enemy was a serious crime that required death. Even if there was a general amnesty, there were clear rules that didn't pardon this crime.
The deadline for the bet with Mu Liuyue was approaching. Han Yunxi hoped more than anyone else that they could find something from the clues from Madame Li. However, at this moment, she also hoped more than anyone else that the true culprit of the poison was in the Han family.
Not to mention the innocent people in the Han family, just little Yi 'er alone was enough to make her reluctant to part with him.
"Even if it's just a possibility …" Long Fei Ye raised his brows and smiled. "This prince is also very interested."
Han Yunxi looked at him with furrowed brows, unable to speak for a long time.
If she had known that Long Fei Ye would interrogate this list, she wouldn't have told him about the Han family. She would have thought of a way to investigate first. Only then would she know what to do and how to deal with it.
"What, esteemed wangfei wants to play favoritism?" Long Fei Ye asked. It was rare to see this woman so flustered. The playfulness in his eyes deepened.
"I'm not!" Han Yunxi immediately denied. However, when she met Long Fei Ye's scrutinizing gaze, she still avoided it.
"Let's go before the sun rises." Long Fei Ye pressed on.
There was no wall in the world that didn't have a crack. Han Yunxi knew that if Third Madame was really suspected, it wouldn't be able to escape this fellow's eyes. It was only a matter of time before it was discovered. Rather than hiding it now, she might as well say it directly and take precautions.
She gritted her teeth and said seriously, "Your Highness, I promise that I won't play favoritism. However, can you promise me one thing?"
Long Fei Ye was a little surprised. He sat back down and asked playfully, "Is esteemed wangfei negotiating with this prince?"
From what he understood, Han Yunxi had been abused in the Han Family since she was young. She didn't have any feelings for the Han Family. If she could even send Han Congan to the prisons, why would she be reluctant to part with the rest of the Han Family?
Who did she care so much for?
This thought made Long Fei Ye, who was originally in a good mood, suddenly feel a little uncomfortable.
Han Yunxi really wanted to answer him "yes", but she didn't have the confidence now. She also didn't know if Third Madame was innocent.
"Your Highness, this concubine is familiar with poisons and can help you. As long as you agree to this concubine's small request, this concubine will do her best to serve Your Highness and uncover all the spies! "
"So, you're not negotiating with this prince, but threatening this prince?" Long Fei Ye asked back. It was rare for him to be so patient.
"You!" Han Yunxi was angry. Was this guy deliberately making things difficult for her?
Seeing that Han Yunxi was angry, Long Fei Ye didn't say anything. His eyes were deep as he looked at her playfully.
Han Yunxi hesitated for a long time before speaking again, "Your Highness, why don't you listen to my conditions first. It won't be too late to consider them later."
Long Fei Ye nodded thoughtfully. "Speak."
"If there really is a spy in the Han family, this concubine begs Your Highness to spare the Han family's innocent people." Han Yunxi was very serious.
"Which innocent people?" Long Fei Ye continued to ask.
"Your Highness, although the Han family only has three wives and concubines left, there are still dozens of lives lost. This concubine firmly believes that even if there really is a spy in the Han family, not everyone knows about it. There are still many innocent people," Han Yunxi replied.
But Long Fei Ye only laughed. "Heheh, Han Yunxi, do you know? If the spy really comes from the Han family, then even you … might not be able to escape this calamity! Rather than helping others think of a way out, why not think of your own first? "
This …
Han Yunxi's heart skipped a beat as her mind turned blank.
If Long Fei Ye hadn't reminded her, Han Yunxi would've forgotten that she was part of the Han family too. Even if she married into the Duke of Qin's estate, it wouldn't change her birth. Her maternal family would never be able to cut ties with her.
Within the Han family, she had the best chance of getting close to the imperial clan and harming them. With Emperor Tianhui's personality, he'd rather kill the wrong person than let it go. As soon as the Han family was proven to be suspicious, she'd be the most dangerous member of the Han family!
Seeing Han Yunxi's ashen face, Long Fei Ye's lips curved into a satisfied smile, but it quickly disappeared.
His tone was still lofty as ever. "If esteemed wangfei assists your lordship in finding all the spies, your lordship can consider it and vouch for you."
Seeing Long Fei Ye's damned indifferent expression, Han Yunxi wanted to hit someone. But what could she do?
Imperial families were the most heartless. Brothers could turn against each other, and blood relatives could kill each other. Innocent outsiders were nothing in their eyes.
It wasn't Long Fei Ye who was cruel, but the dynasty itself. Long Fei Ye had only reminded her of this point out of the kindness of his heart.
At the same time, Long Fei Ye had reminded her that only supreme power and influence could save her from such cruelty.
Power and influence. She was dependent on Long Fei Ye, but the Han family had long lost its power and influence!
If there really was a spy in the Han family, then they could only blame that hateful spy for implicating an innocent family!
Han Yunxi knew she couldn't change this fact, so she could only go with the flow.
She raised her head to look at Long Fei Ye and said timidly, "If Your Highness wants to consider it, then … could you consider vouching for one more person?"
"Who?" Long Fei Ye immediately asked.
"My younger brother, Han Yunyi. He's only six years old and doesn't understand anything," Han Yunxi replied hastily.
Long Fei Ye seemed surprised by her words and remained silent for a long time.
"Your Highness, you just angrily accused the female spy of murdering a young child. This concubine knows that Your Highness cares for the young and weak, so you must be a kind person." Han Yunxi was at a loss for words when it came to flattery. She would never say such things, but for Yi 'er, she was willing to risk it all.
Long Fei Ye didn't expect Han Yunxi to say such words. He was kind? Did this woman's flattery hit the nail on the head?
"Is that so?" Long Fei Ye asked with a sneer.
"Yes …" Han Yunxi felt a bit guilty herself.
Who knew that Long Fei Ye would actually agree, "Alright, this prince can promise you!"
Han Yunxi was very surprised. This guy agreed just like that? So simple? She thought he would make things difficult for her again.
What was wrong with this guy today? Could it be that he was in a good mood because of the results of the interrogation?
"Really?" Han Yunxi had to confirm.
Long Feiye stood up and retorted, "Are you questioning your lordship's integrity?"
Han Yunxi immediately shook her head, not daring to waste any more words. "Many thanks, Your Highness Duke of Qin!"
"Can we leave now?" Long Fei Ye asked again.
Han Yunxi immediately nodded and hurriedly turned to leave. Forgetting that her foot was injured, she suddenly stomped on the ground …
"Ah!"
She cried out in pain, her little face contorted. It hurt!
She only felt the pain coming from her foot, and it was so painful that her scalp went numb.
Long Fei Ye glanced down, but didn't see her foot. He didn't ask any questions, and just like before, he squatted down slightly in front of her.
This guy's lean and muscular body, tall and slender figure, even if he was squatting slightly, he gave off a proud and noble feeling.
Han Yunxi suddenly felt an indescribable sense of security. Just as she was about to carefully climb onto him, Long Fei Ye unexpectedly said, "It's almost dawn. Hurry up."
Without a doubt, this cold urging dispelled that inexplicable sense of security that Han Yunxi felt. Her lips curved into a cold smile, and she brazenly climbed onto Long Fei Ye's shoulder, not caring if he was in pain or not!
Sense of security?
What a joke. If this guy didn't sell her off, she would be secretly laughing.
When they left Solitary Garden, the sky was already gray and wasn't as dark as before. It should be dawn in another three hours.
Long Fei Ye's speed was especially fast, so fast that Han Yunxi couldn't see her surroundings clearly. She only felt that the houses on both sides were like shadows flitting past.
At this time, the wind was already cold, and Long Fei Ye's speed was also fast. Han Yunxi only felt that the wind was whistling in her face, and it was especially painful when it scraped against her face.
Helpless, she could only bury her head on Long Fei Ye's back and let him block the wind for her.
She pressed her head against the back of his neck. Long Fei Ye, who was focused on speeding, suddenly felt a bump on the back of his neck. It was especially uncomfortable, but he frowned and didn't say anything …
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