Chapter 693.2: Human's heart

They may have realised it and are acting like they havent. Yun Ruofeng smirked.

This subordinate is foolish, Yun Ling chided himself aloud.

Yun Ruofeng laughed. Whatever they do, it wont affect our plan. It will resolve our issue with Lan-er if he succeeds, but if he fails, well just have to make use of our other chess piece.

He then asked, Have you looked into the matter of Beimins Empress Dowager pretending to be insane?

Yun Ling nodded. It is as Prince Qing said. Its obvious that shes faking it, even though shes trying her best to act the fool.

It would be a shame to not make good use of such a useful chess piece then. A cunning smile appeared on Yun Ruofengs face as he spoke.

This subordinate understands. Yun Ling answered before retreating into the shadows.

Yun Ruofeng was left alone in the room, taking out a chessboard before starting to slowly play by himself.

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In the meantime, the guard who had been following the cloaked man had returned to the posthouse.

Pei Qianhao had been with Su Xi-er this entire time, while Du Ling sat to the side with a look of worry on his face.

The guard went up to Pei Qianhao and reported, Prince Hao, that man entered Yun Ruofengs private room.

Pei Qianhao nodded and waved a hand to dismiss him.

Yun Ruofeng is despicable. Hes courting death. Du Ling stood up in anger and made to walk out.

However, Pei Qianhao stopped him. Wait.

Things will be settled once I get rid of him. Du Lings fists were clenched as anger shone in his eyes.

Pei Qianhao smiled. Western Region King, what one sees might not be real, and what one hears might not be the truth.

Do you mean to say that the man the guard followed wasnt Yun Ruofengs subordinate? Du Ling was visibly confused.

Pei Qianhao said, Western Region King, thats because they put up a show for us.

Then someone is waiting for us and Yun Ruofeng to clash on their chessboard?? Du Ling raised a brow as he asked.

Pei Qianhao nodded, a calculative glint s.h.i.+ning in his eyes.

It seems like many powers have hidden themselves within Xiliu. I can only wonder if Hua Zirong can handle it. Du Ling scoffed.

Pei Qianhao smirked. I dont care what he does as long as Xi-er is safe. This Prince would not mind killing every single one of them if they overstep their boundaries.

Du Ling was rather impressed.

Xi-er made a wise choice; she has excellent taste in men.

Lets just watch the show then. If your behaviour is anything to go by, then you must be confident. Perhaps I can finally get a good nights sleep. Du Ling said with a smile.

He left the room before Pei Qianhao could answer, but the latters wry smile was already enough.

Pei Qianhao then returned to Su Xi-ers side, gently stroking her cheek as he watched her sleep. It wasnt long before her eyes fluttered open, and her thoughts drifted to the words spoken by the stranger who had been at her bedside.

Whats wrong, Xi-er? Did you have a nightmare? Pei Qianhao asked gently.

Su Xi-er shook her head. A-Jing, somebody came in just now, right?

Youre still so alert even when pregnant, Xi-er. Pei Qianhao laughed. He knew that Su Xi-er was quite capable of protecting herself even when she was in a weakened state.

Thats because I know that A-Jing would definitely have many men stationed around the area, Su Xi-er replied gently.

Pei Qianhao then placed her head on his shoulder, enjoying her company.

Im here to shoulder everything even if the sky falls.