Chapter 404.1: catch all

Mei Jinxiu decided not to look at him, and simply walked away. However, she had only taken a few steps before Qin Ling pulled her back.

What are you doing? Mei Jinxiu turned around to look at him.

If you go to the Prince Hao Residence right now, only death awaits you.

Seeing his serious expression, Mei Jinxiu felt her heart skip a beat.

Whos going to kill me for going to the Prince Hao Residence to tip them off?

Why do you want to go to the Prince Hao Residence? Qin Ling let go of her and softly asked.

Mei Jinxiu sized him up for a moment. Who says that Im going to the Prince Hao Residence? Im just heading home. After the incident with Xie Yun, she had learnt not to easily believe others.

She initially thought that she could shake Qin Ling off that way, but she didnt expect him to be persistent. Where do you stay? Ill send you back.

Mei Jinxiu was suspicious.

Are all men so clingy after kissing? Or could it be that he is suspicious of me?

Lets go. Qin Ling pulled her in another direction without waiting for her reply.

Its clear that she knows something since she was captured by Xie Yun; I cannot allow her to go to the Prince Hao Residence.

I wont go! Mei Jinxiu struggled to fling his hand away.

An old uncle happened to pa.s.s by and suddenly called out to Mei Jinxiu when he spotted her. Physician Mei, why has your medical clinic been closed recently? There are a lot of people looking for your help.

Qin Ling grew even more suspicious when he heard the words Physician Mei.

Her surname is Mei; could she be from Nanzhaos Mei Family?

I have some matters to attend to. Ill be opening the clinic in a few days. Afraid that Qin Ling would find out her ident.i.ty, Mei Jinxiu inwardly prayed.

Old Uncle, please quickly leave.

The old uncle nodded, then looked at Qin Ling with a strange expression.

This man should be Physician Meis husband, right?

Thinking that he was interrupting them, the old uncle hurried off with the impression that the pair was bickering.

You arent from Beimin. You are from Nanzhao, and from the Mei Family at that. Qin Ling confidently stated.

Only with this status would Commandery Prince Xie find her to be of use.

Nanzhaos Mei Family? Whats that? My surname is indeed Mei, but I lost my parents when I was young. I dont know what youre talking about. Mei Jinxiu denied his claims as she tried to free herself.

If thats the case, then its all the more reason I cant let you go to the Prince Hao Residence. Qin Ling was firm. He then raised his hand and swiftly aimed it at her neck.

Mei Jinxius eyes grew cold. You She only uttered a single word before pa.s.sing out.

Qin Ling didnt bring her back to the Yes Inn, but a separate one nearby. He booked a top-tier private room and locked her inside.

Ill naturally let her out after Prince Yun has finished his major matters.

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The next day, the weather wasnt as good as it had been. The sky was covered with dreary clouds.

In such weather, Su Xi-er decided to stay in the Dragon Heaven Palace and watch Situ Lin study. After Grand Tutor Kong came, she went to arrange the books on the bookcases of the Dragon Heaven Palace.

Grand Tutor Kongs voice could constantly be heard. Situ Lin paid attention to his lectures and would record the key points in from time to time.

Four hours quickly went by before Grand Tutor Kong packed up his books and left, leaving behind some homework for Situ Lin.

Situ Lins mischievous smile immediately revealed itself once Grand Tutor Kong left.

Imperial Aunt is accompanying me today, and Imperial Uncle has left the palace.

Imperial Aunt. Situ Lin called out with a saccharine smile.

Su Xi-er continued organising the books while she answered. Whats the matter?

Imperial Aunt, I want to ask for your help with something. Situ Lin softly said as he showed a fawning look.

Go ahead and tell me.