Chapter 400.1: prince hao takes action

Mei Jinxiu racked her brains for a way to escape, but the guard easily exposed her intentions. Miss, the Commandery Prince is an upright person. He is only inviting you over for a meal. Please follow this subordinate.

If its truly an invitation, I can choose to accept or reject it. Mei Jinxiu immediately walked forward.

She had only taken two steps when a large arm blocked her. Miss, you dont seem to be aware of Beimins rules. The Commandery Princes invitation cant be rejected.

Having heard the guards words, Mei Jinxiu immediately understood that Xie Yun wasnt what one would call a good person.

Hes definitely Prince Haos enemy! He must have looked into my background and found out that Im not from Beimin!

The Xie Family was a prestigious aristocratic family, and she knew that she wouldnt be able to win against the guard in a head-on clash.

I should pretend to agree first, then think of a way to escape later.

Mei Jinxiu nodded. Alright, Ill go with you.

The guard waved his hand, beckoning a horse carriage to drive over. Mei Jinxius eyes filled with self-deprecation when she saw it. To have a horse carriage waiting means that theyve already been tailing me for a long time!

Miss, please board the horse carriage. The guard respectfully extended his hand.

Mei Jinxiu coldly snorted. The way the Commandery Prince Residence treats its guests is absolutely great! She flung her sleeves, and got onto the carriage.

With a crack of the horsewhip, the horse carriage swiftly headed in the direction of the Commandery Prince Residence.

It wasnt long before the carriage arrived in front of the Commandery Prince Residence, affording Mei Jinxiu a look at its exterior. The entrance itself was similar in size to the Pei Residence, but the interior design was different.

Mei Jinxiu followed the guard to the main hall where Xie Yun was sitting in the upper seat, smiling down at his guest.

The guard bowed and withdrew, leaving only the two of them in the main hall.

Commandery Prince Xie, lets not beat about the bush. What are your intentions? Youre clearly not friends with Prince Hao; you lied to me! Mei Jinxiu yelled, completely disregarding Xie Yuns status.

Although she had tried to keep her temper in check, her true nature couldnt help but boil to the surface after being deceived.

I hate the Mei Familys elders for lying to me for many years!

Miss Mei, as a healer, you should drink some tea to reduce your internal fire. Xie Yun picked up the teapot and poured some into a cup before handing it to her.

I dont drink tea. Mei Jinxiu fixed him with a stern look before continuing. Prince Yuns reason for entering Beimin is undoubtedly to s.n.a.t.c.h Su Xi-er away. You stopped me from informing Prince Hao, and you must be in cahoots with Prince Yun.

Miss Mei, why are you in such a rage? After staying in the Pei Residence for so long, you are getting more and more hot-headed.

Commandery Prince, you are despicable! Mei Jinxiu gnashed out. She would be reminded of the Mei Family Elders whenever she looked at him.

I hate being lied to!

Despicable? Xie Yun questioned.

The amount of blood that stains my hand is much less than Prince Haos. I dont steal from others either, but this is already considered despicable? Im simply skilled in reading peoples minds and using that to my advantage.

Commandery Prince Xie, I have already accepted your invitation, I will be going now. Mei Jinxiu snorted before turning to leave.

How can you leave before having a meal? Xie Yun clapped his hands to signal for the meal to be served.

A moment later, a few guards carried a table in, followed by trays of sumptuous dishes.

It wont take long for you to finish eating first. Xie Yun walked to the table and gestured for Mei Jinxiu to take a seat.

Do you take me for a fool? Dishes served by a despicable person will definitely be poisoned. You try a bite first. Mei Jinxiu warily looked at him.

Xie Yun picked up a pair of chopsticks and made a point of tasting each dish before sitting down. You are already in this Princes residence. Why would I bother with poison when I could take your life with the lift of a finger?