Han Yunxi couldn't figure out anything else, but Grand Concubine Yi's attitude.
Grand Concubine Yi was famous for her high aspirations in the imperial clan. She was even more unyielding than the empress dowager. Just what was the reason for her to be willing to lower herself for Murong Wanru's sake?
After all, Murong Wanru's marriage was a disgrace in and of itself. Grand Concubine Yi was such a prideful person that she could act as if nothing had happened in such a short time. It was inconceivable that Marquis Pingbei's estate would become her in-laws.
Wasn't this sacrifice too great?
The Ministry of Appointments official had real power and the Duke's estate held a high position. Now they all had to give face to Marquis Pingbei's estate. Grand Concubine Yi really didn't hesitate to lower herself for the sake of elevating Marquis Pingbei's estate.
Leaving aside the fact that Grand Concubine Yi and Marquis Pingbei's estate had gotten closer over the past few months, today's Spring Hunt was enough to send news of these three families traveling with the Duke of Qin's estate. Their statuses in the capital would soar as well. It'd also cause a change in the social circles of the capital.
Grand Concubine Yi had done all this for Murong Wanru's sake, but had she asked His Highness Duke of Qin for permission?
His Highness Duke of Qin had already gotten Zhangsun Che a position in the Ministry of Appointments. Wasn't that enough?
The Duke of Qin's estate was respected only because of Long Fei Ye's existence. Without him, Grand Concubine Yi would only be a has-been imperial concubine no matter how high her aspirations were.
Lowering her own son's status for the sake of a disappointing foster daughter wasn't something someone like Grand Concubine Yi would do.
Han Yunxi couldn't figure it out no matter how much she thought about it. She faintly felt that Grand Concubine Yi had doted on Murong Wanru even more after her marriage. Han Yunxi was still knitting her brows when they boarded the carriage. Murong Wanru didn't sit in Marquis Pingbei's carriage, but took Grand Concubine Yi's hand to sit by her side.
But Long Fei Ye was equally puzzled. He watched the departing carriages and asked Coldly, "Why are they leaving early this year?"
In the past years, he'd never left with Grand Concubine Yi, but she'd always leave after lunch.
"Gui Mama from Imperial Concubine Dowager's courtyard said that it was Imperial Concubine Dowager's idea. She said that there would be plenty of time if they left early and they would be able to enjoy the scenery on the way. He also said that in order to avoid other carriages, he chose the Wang Family Ravine road, which is more remote. "The shadow guard reported in a low voice.
Han Yunxi's idea? To look at the scenery?
This woman was in a good mood, but had she thought about her safety?
Long Fei Ye's eyes flickered with displeasure, but he didn't ask any questions. Cold, he said, "Tell Chu Xifeng to act according to plan."
"Yes!" The secret guard accepted the order and left. However, he was puzzled in his heart. Why didn't His Highness have any opinion about Imperial Concubine Dowager traveling with the other three families?
The carriage sped along and soon left the capital city. The carriage leading the way was in the lead, followed by Grand Concubine Yi's carriage, while the other three families followed closely behind.
The entire way, Murong Wanru kept Grand Concubine Yi company and chatted. As expected of a mother and daughter who'd been together for years, Murong Wanru could always amuse Grand Concubine Yi with a single sentence. Topic after topic, it seemed like they'd never run out. This made it impossible for Han Yunxi, who was nestled on one side, to fall asleep. Moreover, Han Yunxi wasn't familiar with their topics, so she couldn't get a word in edgewise.
She was too lazy to join in on the fun, so she simply leaned against the window to enjoy the scenery. But gradually, Han Yunxi felt that something was off. Why did the carriage seem more and more desolate?
She turned back and asked, "Mufei, aren't we taking the main road?"
There was a main road from the capital city to Beize County that was smooth and easy to travel on. Although Han Yunxi didn't know the road, she could tell from her surroundings that it wasn't a main road at all!
Grand Concubine Yi was so engrossed in conversation that she didn't hear Han Yunxi's question clearly. "What?" she asked offhandedly.
"Mufei, did we go the wrong way? What is this place? "Han Yunxi asked seriously.
Only then did Grand Concubine Yi grow suspicious. She was about to look out the window when the carriage abruptly stopped!
"Ahhh!"
Grand Concubine Yi and Murong Wanru shrieked at the same time as they fell forward. Fortunately, Han Yunxi reacted quickly enough to press one hand against the window while the other grabbed Grand Concubine Yi's hand. Grand Concubine Yi steadied herself, but Murong Wanru slammed into the door frame.
Before they could recover their wits, a guard's voice came from outside. "There's an assassin! Protect the masters well!"
"Assassin? Heavens! "
Grand Concubine Yi shrieked, her face draining of color as she shrank back. It wasn't that she wasn't calm, but that she'd rarely encountered danger in her life. Murong Wanru's eyes flashed coldly as she shrank back to Grand Concubine Yi's side. In a panic, she asked, "Mufei, what do we do? How could there be an assassin? "
How could Grand Concubine Yi know that mother and daughter were soon hugging each other?
At this moment, the sounds of fighting outside grew louder and louder. The clanging of weapons against each other was enough to shake people to their core. Judging by the sounds, there were plenty of assassins!
"Wanru, take good care of mufei!"
Han Yunxi made a prompt decision and left these words behind before getting off the carriage. Seeing this, Murong Wanru was both surprised and delighted. Han Yunxi, ah, Han Yunxi. I never thought you'd dare to get off the carriage. Since you're here, things will be easier!
Thinking up to here, she hugged the terrified Grand Concubine Yi tighter while her other hand silently fumbled for the three needles in her sleeve, waiting for a chance to act.
Han Yunxi had no idea what was going on inside the carriage. Grand Concubine Yi and Murong Wanru were people of the same mind, so leaving them there was the safest option.
As soon as she got off the carriage, she saw the guards protecting it while fighting against the black-robed assassins. The carriages behind them were in the same situation.
She stood on one side and didn't make a move, Cold as she watched the movements of the black-robed assassins.
Why didn't the carriage take the main road instead of this remote place? Even if it was a normal road, who in the capital would have the guts to hijack the Duke of Qin's carriage?
Were these black-robed assassins here to rob, or to target someone in the carriage?
Han Yunxi immediately thought of Northern Li's Duke of Kang. But these black-robed assassins weren't high level experts. They'd been fighting with the guards for so long without a clear winner. Northern Li's Duke of Kang couldn't have such weak subordinates, right?
While Han Yunxi was lost in thought, a black-robed assassin suddenly broke through the guards' line of defense and flew towards the carriage with a sword in hand. Han Yunxi's eyes turned cold as she raised her hand to aim. A needle flew out from her wrist and accurately hit the assassin between his eyebrows!
Seeing this, the guards on the side gave a start while the black-robed assassins all looked over. Of course, it was only for a split second before they started fighting again.
Han Yunxi's lips rose to a faint smile. She casually turned around and shot out a needle to kill the assassin who'd attacked her from behind.
Against a high level expert like Chu Xifeng, she had to fight seriously and honestly. But against these black-robed assassins, she felt like she could go all out and play!
It was rare for her to have a chance to fight, and there were so many of them. Han Yunxi's interest was piqued. She gradually distanced herself from the carriage and joined the fight.
Seeing her approach, the black-robed assassins all rushed at her, but her figure was as agile as a flying goose. Her every movement was elegant and graceful, but amidst this elegance, she silently shot out needle after needle, knocking down the black-robed assassins one by one. Seeing this, the guards all stopped in unison. The black-robed assassins stopped surrounding the carriage, but all 20 or so of them gathered around Han Yunxi.
Han Yunxi wasn't afraid at all. The more she played, the happier she became. She dodged the black-robed assassins' swords as she shot out needles. Sometimes she leaned back, sometimes she leaned forward, sometimes she leaned sideways, sometimes she spun around. Her movements grew smoother and smoother until they were like moving clouds and flowing water. It was as if she was performing a moving dance.
On the side, Chu Xifeng's mouth twitched at the sight. He didn't know how to evaluate this woman and couldn't help but wonder if she was really a good-for-nothing.
Behind him, Long Fei Ye was staring fixedly as well, a doting smile on his cold lips.
He was here to ambush Northern Li's Duke of Kang, but didn't expect to run into these assassins. Of course, he wasn't planning to make a move himself.
The people in the other carriages didn't dare to come out, while the guards all became spectators. While Han Yunxi was having fun, Grand Concubine Yi … was on the brink of life and death!
Inside the carriage, Grand Concubine Yi was curled up in a ball, her mouth gagged. Her eyes were wide as she stared at Murong Wanru in disbelief, her face paler than a corpse's.
This daughter who'd been holding her hand and joking with her just a moment ago, now wanted to kill her!
The daughter she'd doted on for over a decade, the one she'd thought of with all her heart, actually wanted to kill her?
Why?
Why was this?
Grand Concubine Yi couldn't believe what she was seeing with her own eyes. Even if it was a dream, she couldn't believe she'd have such a nightmare!
She was always timid, but now her shock far surpassed her fear.
No, she couldn't accept this reality!
Murong Wanru allowed her to look as she calmly revealed three sharp golden needles, counting them one by one with great interest. A cold, almost perverted smile gradually appeared on her delicate, flowery face. Her tone was light and slow, but it was enough to make people tremble. "Mufei, did you know? A doctor once told me that as long as a person's Mingkong acupuncture point …. three ruthless needles, it's guaranteed that … they'll die! "
At these words, Grand Concubine Yi was finally afraid. Her fear surpassed her shock as the rims of her eyes turned red. Her gaze flitted between Murong Wanru's face and the needles as she shook her head in fear. She made sobbing sounds, her eyes so red they seemed to be filled with tears.
"Why are you looking at me like that, mufei?"
Murong Wanru's voice was innocent and harmless. "Mufei? Why are you crying? Just think about it, I've called you mufei for so many years …. "
Speaking up to here, her voice grew sharp as she asked, "Did I call you mufei for nothing?"
As soon as she finished speaking, she drew closer and placed the needles on the acupuncture point on Grand Concubine Yi's neck. The cold, sharp touch made Grand Concubine Yi tremble as all the hairs on her body stood on end.
She could even feel the blood flowing out, slowly trickling down her neck.
"Sobsob … .sob …."
She didn't dare to shake her head, but kept making anxious sobs that grew louder and louder.
Murong Wanru understood her well enough to get very, very close. With great patience, she asked, "What do you want to say? Say that you adopted me and I repay kindness with enmity? Say that you treat me well and I don't know how to be grateful? "
Grand Concubine Yi wanted to shake her head, but she didn't dare to move.
Murong Wanru laughed disdainfully. "Grand Concubine Yi, you've always thought yourself infallible and high above everyone else. Do you know how tiring it was for me to live by your side all these years?"
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