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Nangong Shuang nodded in agreement, "I am indeed a bit fatigued, but it's nothing to worry about. I'll rest well today, and tomorrow I will be full of energy."
After Guan Chunyi left, Nangong Shuang took out the "Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique" and the plum blossom key she had found in the secret chamber, her mind swirling with thoughts.
"Qiao Er, I need you to help me with something," Nangong Shuang said solemnly.
Qiao Er immediately replied, "Please give your orders, Miss."
Nangong Shuang handed the plum blossom key to Qiao Er. "I need you to secretly go to the Nangong Ancestral Home and see if this key can unlock the lock of the underground chamber. Be careful not to be discovered."
Qiao Er took the key and nodded earnestly. "I will complete the task without fail."
Nangong Shuang sighed deeply, gazing out at the rising sun. "The truth of the Nangong Family will eventually be revealed to the world. And I will also rid myself of the Cold Poison within me and fulfill my father's last wish."
Qiao Er looked at Nangong Shuang's determined profile and couldn't help but feel a sense of respect. This young lady bore the blood feud of her family yet remained strong and fearless in the face of danger.
"Feng Yu Pavilion, Shadow Pavilion, Royal Bloodline..." Nangong Shuang murmured, "All the mysteries will soon be unveiled."
Outside, the sun gradually rose, casting golden rays that coated the sleeping city in a layer of hopeful light.
Upon returning to Guo Residence, Nangong Shuang felt restless. In the evening, she stood alone by the window, lost in thought. The medical book "Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique" gifted by Madam Xiao and the plum blossom key hinted at a complex connection between the Nangong Family and Xiao Family, far more intricate than she had previously imagined.
"Miss, you should rest," Qiao Er said softly as she approached with a cup of hot tea. "Aren't you going to Xiao Mansion for Shang Mei Ban tomorrow?"
Nangong Shuang shook her head. "I'm afraid I won't be able to sleep well tonight. Just now, someone from Xiao Mansion delivered a letter inviting me to admire the plum blossoms at midnight."
Qiao Er was taken aback. "Tonight? At Xiao Mansion? Miss, could this be a trap?"
Nangong Shuang sighed lightly. "It might be, or it might not. The book I found in the secret chamber and my father's letter, along with Madam Xiao's attitude, all indicate that there are differing opinions within the Xiao Family regarding the Nangong Family. This is a good opportunity to learn more about the truth; I cannot let it slip away."
Qiao Er looked worried. "Then at least let me accompany you!"
Nangong Shuang shook her head. "You have already drawn suspicion at Xiao Mansion; if you go with me now, it would only alert them. Stay here in the residence; if I haven't returned by three in the morning, immediately inform someone from Azure Dragon Gang."
Seeing that Nangong Shuang had made up her mind, Qiao Er could only reluctantly nod. "Please be careful, Miss. I've placed Mihun San and Ding Shen Wan in your sachet for emergencies."
Nangong Shuang gratefully patted Qiao Er's hand. "I'm glad to have you."
After dinner, Nangong Shuang closed her door and pretended to rest while waiting for midnight to arrive. She changed into a deep blue outfit suitable for movement and tied on the sachet prepared by Qiao Er filled with emergency powders.
As night deepened, silence enveloped the residence. Nangong Shuang checked her medicines one last time before quietly opening her window and nimbly climbing out. Her figure quickly blended into the darkness as she hurried toward Xiao Mansion.
The night in the capital was tranquil yet mysterious; occasionally, the sound of a watchman's clapper echoed clearly through the stillness. Nangong Shuang skillfully navigated through several secluded alleys and soon arrived near the back gate of Xiao Mansion.
Just as he hesitated, a familiar figure stepped out from the shadows—it was Xiao Zhongyan. Dressed in a moon-white robe, he appeared particularly elegant and refined against the night backdrop.
"Nangong Shuang, you have arrived," Xiao Zhongyan said softly, clearly relieved.
Nangong Shuang nodded in greeting. "Young Master Xiao, you summoned me late at night. I assume there is an important matter to discuss?"
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