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Yun Qingyu's eyes brightened as she heard Xin Yao's thoughts. She asked, "Is there anything you want to say about today's matter?"
Xin Yao looked up, a hint of confusion in his gaze. "Ling Jing has offended the master. If the Emperor finds out, the Lin family will be in great trouble. Why doesn't the master take this opportunity to negotiate more conditions with them?"
Yun Qingyu glanced at Xin Yao and replied, "Aside from military power, I have no desire for anything the Lin family possesses. Everything they have is beneath my notice. However, military power cannot be used as a bargaining chip. It is the most sensitive issue for a ruler. If I were to demand their military power now, the Emperor would be uneasy tomorrow. It’s entirely different if he voluntarily offers it to me. For now, I have no intention of losing sleep over the Western Chu Emperor."
Yun Qingyu and Xin Yao had long since crossed the boundaries typically observed between a master and their shadow guard. Moreover, this Your Majesty was actually quite decent—diligent in governance, caring for the people, and not foolish at all. Xin Yao seemed to understand something and nodded slowly. "The master is wise."
Seeing Xin Yao's expression, Yun Qingyu suddenly smiled sweetly and said, "Don't imitate them by flattering me; just sit up."
Gazing at her smiling face, Xin Yao seemed momentarily lost in thought. "The blanket is very soft; it’s not uncomfortable for me to sit here."
Yun Qingyu watched him for a moment but did not insist he change his position. Instead, she continued chatting casually. "Everything I’m doing now is to make them gradually lose their composure. If you understand this, you are naturally clever; if not, you can learn—it might come in handy later."
Xin Yao nodded. "Thank you for your guidance, Master." Yun Qingyu smiled lightly and fell silent.
When she spoke those words earlier, she did not mean to look down on anyone; rather, she understood that shadow guards were trained from a young age in the most formidable martial arts and efficient killing techniques. Their minds were almost blank slates when it came to strategy and cunning—they had no access to such knowledge, nor was anyone willing to teach them.
The simpler-minded individuals were easier to control, especially a shadow guard capable of killing without a trace at any moment. If he possessed exceptional strategy and his own thoughts and opinions, it would be extremely dangerous for those in power; thus, no one would allow such individuals to exist.
Yun Qingyu was intentionally teaching Xin Yao these things, having long crossed the boundaries expected between a master and their shadow guard. She was even risking her own safety; should Xin Yao develop more thoughts and harbor betrayal in the future, she would be the most endangered.
However, she did not care—perhaps because she had witnessed firsthand the suffering Xin Yao had endured. It was also regrettable that such a resilient and strong shadow guard did not perish in battle but was instead tortured to death by his own master. Feeling that it was unfair for him, she subconsciously wanted to compensate him in some way.
She had always been a person who acted on her whims, doing whatever she wanted without looking back. Life was too short to overthink things. As for the hidden risks, Yun Qingyu believed she was not weak enough to be rendered helpless by a single betrayal.
The Ling Family invited Yun Qingyu as a guest, and she arrived with her attendants. Within less than a quarter of an hour, the visit ended on an unhappy note, and they left in a grand procession.
News of the incident spread quickly, and the one most pleased was Prime Minister Lu. Yun Qingyu truly seemed intent on opposing the entire aristocracy, not even sparing her own mother or her uncle's family. Very well, an impulsive fool would eventually find herself abandoned by all, facing a grim fate.
The Third Prince was in a difficult position, biding his time. He was waiting for Yun Qingyu to offend all the princes and ministers in court before seizing the opportunity to strike and bring her down.
Yun Qingyu arrived at the entrance of Princess Manor with her stunning attendants. She turned to look at a carriage behind her and said calmly, "Hong Yu and Yun Lingchuan will accompany me to the study for discussions. The rest of you may go about your business."
Hong Yu looked up at Yun Qingyu with a hint of nervousness and asked, "Your Highness, are you going to favor me?"
Qiling, deep in thought, patted his shoulder and replied, "Isn't that obvious? The princess called you to the study alone; it must be for your benefit."
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