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After the Empress's birthday banquet, Lin Yue became the laughingstock of the noble ladies in the capital. Those who once surrounded her with flattery now avoided her like the plague, even whispering about her behind her back. This only fueled the hatred within Lin Yue, causing it to grow wild like weeds.
She attributed all this humiliation to Shen Qing and vowed to make her pay dearly.
"Shen Qing, you wretched girl, I will ensure you meet a terrible end!"
Lin Yue paced back and forth in her room, trembling with rage as she smashed things around her. Her face twisted in fury, her eyes filled with malice.
In a fit of anger, she quickly penned a letter for her personal maid to deliver to Zhao Xi, filled with harsh words.
"Young Master Zhao, I have lost all face before everyone because of that Shen Qing. If she is not dealt with, my heart will remain unsettled, and my ambitions will be thwarted. We must find a way to eliminate Shen Qing as soon as possible; there will be generous rewards afterward."
Upon receiving the letter, Zhao Xi smirked coldly.
"Lin Yue is quite impatient. However, Shen Qing is just a little girl; dealing with her should be simple."
A glint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes as he began to arrange a plan, sending people to monitor Shen Qing's daily routes, waiting for the right moment to strike.
A few days later, Shen Qing received a letter.
"Miss Shen, if you wish to know the key clues regarding your investigation, meet me tomorrow at noon at Fo Guang Temple on the outskirts of the city."
Shen Qing was filled with confusion. She pondered repeatedly and guessed that this must have been left by the man in black from that day.
After all, in this capital city, aside from that man in black, it seemed no one else knew about her matters. Despite her unease, for the sake of her revenge, Shen Qing decided to keep the appointment.
She told the Prime Minister's Wife that she wanted to visit the temple for some prayers, and the Prime Minister's Wife agreed without any objections.
Once Lin Yue learned of this plan, she quickly dispatched her personal maid to inform Zhao Xi.
Zhao Xi heard the news and a cold smile crept onto his lips. He quickly made secret arrangements, intending to set a deadly trap for Shen Qing on her way to Fo Guang Temple in the outskirts of the city.
The next day, she set off for Fo Guang Temple.
On the road, Shen Qing was filled with doubts, unsure of what the black-clad figures wanted from her.
As Shen Qing and her companions walked along a secluded mountain path, several black-clad men suddenly emerged from the surroundings, each wielding sharp blades and glaring fiercely as they lunged toward her.
Shen Qing's heart raced as she realized she was in danger, but she did not panic. Steeling herself, she shouted, "Do you know who I am? How dare you block my way?"
The leader of the black-clad men snorted coldly. "Miss Shen, blame yourself for offending those you shouldn't have! Today is your day to die!"
With that, he swung his knife at Shen Qing.
Her guards fought desperately to defend her, but unfortunately, their opponents were stronger. Shen Qing dodged frantically, but in her panic, her arm was still grazed, blood staining her sleeve.
Just at that critical moment, the sound of galloping hooves echoed through the air. Prince Xiao Tianming arrived with a group of guards like a god descending from the heavens. Upon seeing Shen Qing in peril, his expression turned icy and sharp. Zhao Yi shouted loudly, "Bold ruffians! How dare you commit murder under the very eyes of His Highness!"
Xiao Tianming swiftly drew his sword and joined the fray.
His swordsmanship was fierce and precise; every move he made carried immense power.
The assassin sensed that the situation was turning dire and realized that the plan had failed, so he retreated.
Xiao Tianming hurried to Shen Qing's side, his eyes filled with concern as he noticed her injured arm.
"Miss Shen, are you alright?"
Shen Qing looked at the dashing yet worried prince before her, a warm feeling surging in her heart.
"Thank you, Your Highness, for saving my life. If you hadn't arrived in time, I fear that I might have..."
Xiao Tianming gently took Shen Qing's hand and spoke softly.
"Don't be afraid. As long as I am here, no one will dare to harm you."
Shen Qing's cheeks flushed slightly as she lowered her head and whispered, nodding slightly.
A glint of coldness flashed in Xiao Tianming's eyes.
"Miss Shen, rest assured. I will get to the bottom of this. These people are not ordinary; they possess skills that are far from trivial. I will make sure to bring them to justice!"
Shen Qing understood in her heart that this was undoubtedly Lin Yue's doing, but she remained silent and merely nodded.
Xiao Tianming brought Shen Qing back to the Crown Prince's Residence and ordered the best imperial physician to treat her wounds.
As the physician bandaged her injuries, Xiao Tianming stayed by her side, his gaze never leaving Shen Qing. The concern in his eyes stirred ripples in her heart.
"Miss Shen, focus on recovering here. I will arrange for someone to ensure your safety."
Xiao Tianming spoke with an undeniable tone.
Shen Qing felt a surge of emotion in her heart and softly replied, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness, but I fear I may cause you trouble."
Xiao Tianming smiled and said, "No one here can trouble me. I will arrange for someone to take you home shortly."
In her past life, Shen Qing had endured bullying and neglect in the Chancellor's Residence, where no one had ever cared for or protected her so sincerely.
At this moment, looking at Xiao Tianming before her, a different feeling began to stir within Shen Qing's heart.
However, she was acutely aware of her identity and circumstances, so she secretly resolved to bury these feelings deep within herself.
Meanwhile, Lin Yue anxiously awaited news in the Chancellor's Residence. When she learned that Zhao Xi's plan had failed and that Shen Qing had been rescued by the Crown Prince, she was furious and erupted in rage.
"Useless! A bunch of useless fools! You can't even handle this simple matter!"
Yet she also knew that if the Crown Prince pursued this matter, she would surely be implicated.
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