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After Qiao Er took her leave, Nangong Shuang fell into deep thought. Qiao Er was becoming increasingly mysterious, knowing too many secrets, possessing exceptional skills, and having some connection with the Nangong Family. Was she friend or foe? Was it coincidence or fate? Nangong Shuang could not tell, but she decided to make use of this unexpected ally for the time being.
In the morning, Nangong Shuang accompanied Qian Wan'er in reading and practicing calligraphy, though her mind had already flown to Meihua Villa. Was Xiao Zhongyan's invitation genuinely meant to reveal the truth about the Nangong Family, or was it a carefully laid trap? If it was the former, then there might indeed be divisions within the Xiao Family; if it was the latter, how could she extricate herself safely?
While she pondered, a voice from the outer courtyard suddenly announced, "Miss Guo from Guo Residence has arrived!"
Nangong Shuang's heart tightened. Why had Guo Chunyi come unexpectedly? Could it be related to Xiao Zhongyan?
Before long, Guo Chunyi was ushered into the flower hall, and Nangong Shuang and Qian Wan'er stood to greet her.
"Sister Chunyi, what brings you here?" Qian Wan'er asked warmly as she took Guo Chunyi's hand.
Guo Chunyi hesitated, glancing nervously at Nangong Shuang. "I... I would like to speak with Sister Shuang alone. Is that alright?"
Though curious, Qian Wan'er kindly said, "You two talk; I'll go check on how the kitchen is doing."
Once Qian Wan'er left, Guo Chunyi eagerly grasped Nangong Shuang's hand. "Sister Shuang, do you know that Cousin Xiao wants to meet you?"
Nangong Shuang was taken aback and feigned ignorance. "What do you mean, Miss Guo Chunyi?"
"I heard from my cousin yesterday that he wants to meet you at Meihua Villa," Guo Chunyi bit her lip, her eyes filled with worry. "Sister Shuang, please don’t go!"
"Why?" Nangong Shuang asked sharply.
Guo Chunyi looked around cautiously and lowered her voice. "Yesterday I accidentally overheard my uncle—Xiao Family Second Master—talking with someone about setting a trap at Meihua Villa to capture a 'Nan Gong Yu Nie.' I’m afraid... I’m afraid my cousin might be in danger, and I worry that you might get caught up in it too..."
Nan Gong Yu Nie! Nangong Shuang felt as if struck by lightning; it was indeed a trap aimed at her! Moreover, the Xiao Family’s second branch was colluding with the Shadow Pavilion, just as Qiao Er had said.
"Miss Guo Chunyi, why are you telling me this?" Nangong Shuang asked cautiously.
Guo Chunyi's eyes turned red. "Because my cousin has always treated me well; I can’t bear to see him in danger. And Sister Shuang, you saved my life—I don’t want anything to happen to you either. I know my cousin has been investigating some matters and stands against my uncle’s position... I’m afraid they might..."
She didn’t finish her sentence, but Nangong Shuang understood. It seemed that Xiao Zhongyan truly had conflicts with the Xiao Family’s second branch and might even secretly oppose their plan to annihilate the Nangong Family. Furthermore, Guo Chunyi's feelings for Xiao Zhongyan were clearly more than just those of cousins.
"Thank you for informing me, Miss Guo Chunyi," Nangong Shuang said gratefully. "I will be careful."
"Sister Shuang must promise me not to go to Meihua Villa!" Guo Chunyi implored earnestly.
Nangong Shuang reassured her, "Don’t worry; I won’t act recklessly."
After seeing off Guo Chunyi, Nangong Shuang returned to her courtyard, feeling unsettled. On one side was Xiao Zhongyan's invitation; on the other was Guo Chunyi's warning; combined with the information provided by Qiao Er... The trip to Meihua Villa was fraught with danger.
As she contemplated this, Qiao Er silently appeared in the courtyard. "Sister, I am ready."
Nangong Shuang turned around in surprise to find a rugged-looking woman standing before her; if not for those lively eyes, she would not have recognized this as Qiao Er.
"What a remarkable art of disguise!" Nangong Shuang exclaimed, and immediately relayed the news brought by Guo Chunyi to Qiao Er.
Upon hearing it, Qiao Er's expression changed drastically. "There really is an ambush! Sister, you must not go!"
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