Chapter 46

During these days, Yang Jun was reported, accused of tolerating Sang Jieguiyi's group in committing murder.

Yun Xiyue immediately went to plead with her father the emperor on Yang Jun's behalf.

Moreover, after Yang Jun solved this matter, she immediately went to strive for rewards for him!

And after Yun Fengyun refused to give Yang Jun any favors, Yun Xiyue argued forcefully, directly giving Zhou Tian and the others a warning, intending to punish them—only to vent her anger for Yang Jun.

But who would have thought that what she got in return was Yang Jun's contemptuous attitude.

Scumbag! Stinky man!

Thinking of this, Yun Xiyue felt tears well up in her eyes for a moment.

She stared fixedly at Yang Jun, and after glancing several more times, she reluctantly spoke.

"Yang Jun, I hate you, I'll never pay attention to you again!"

Having said that, Yun Xiyue turned and ran out of the Pingxi Prince's Mansion.

All the way she wept, shedding tears of grievance.

And just after Yun Xiyue fled the Pingxi Prince's Mansion, in the dark, several people slipped away one after another to report to their respective masters.

Yang Jun watched all this coldly, knowing he was under surveillance.

Therefore, just now, all those actions and behaviors were actually performed for others to see.

His identity was too sensitive, so at such a time he had to keep a proper distance from Yun Xiyue.

Only by doing so could he avoid other problems arising.

Otherwise, Yun Fengyun and Zhou Tian would likely not let him off.

He must endure, avoid any possible risk, and once his father returns, everything can be resolved.

As for Princess Yun Xiyue, he absolutely could not speak plainly to her.

Everything could only wait for her to realize and understand on her own.

Only when she herself sees clearly her father the emperor's true nature will she understand his intentions.

……

Imperial Palace inner court.

In Yun Fengyun's imperial study, Yuan Lu stood respectfully before him.

"Your Majesty, news has already been sent back from below."

"The Sixth Princess indeed went to find the Young Master Yang, and moreover wanted him to take her to the Armory Sword Cottage."

"However, the Young Master still obeyed Your Majesty's orders, refusing the Princess's request, repeatedly saying he could only go alone."

Hearing Yuan Lu's words, Yun Fengyun's complexion improved somewhat.

He let out a cold snort and unconsciously nodded.

"This Yang Jun, after all, is somewhat sensible. By the way, how is Xiyue?"

"Your Majesty, after the Sixth Princess returned to the palace, she took a whip and lashed the trees in the imperial garden, saying the trees were Yang Jun; but as she whipped, she ended up laughing through tears."

Yuan Lu, saying this, also felt like laughing.

Yun Fengyun neither affirmed nor denied, but his demeanor now showed considerable calm, no longer the angry look he had before.

Yuan Lu looked at Yun Fengyun and took a deep breath.

"Your Majesty, look at the Pingxi Prince's Mansion: since Yang Ye left, the staff were already few; now they must also guard Sang Jieguiyi, and Yang Jun is going to the Armory Sword Cottage to investigate matter one. Should we send more personnel to protect Yang Jun, so as to swiftly fulfill Your Majesty's order?"

Yuan Lu, while observing Yun Fengyun's expression, spoke cautiously.

There was no way; the Sixth Princess had given too much, making it impossible for him to refuse.

Speaking a few good words for Yang Jun is exactly what the Sixth Princess demanded.

Yuan Lu also thought this seemed not a big deal.

"No need."

As soon as Yuan Lu finished speaking, Yun Fengyun waved his hand, completely indifferent to this matter.

Seeing this, Yuan Lu was startled and hastily shut his mouth.

Before Yun Fengyun, it's best to act wisely.

One must not say what should not be said, and certainly not say too much.

Otherwise, Yun Fengyun would surely notice the signs.

Moreover, Yuan Lu realized that His Majesty the Emperor essentially does not care at all about Yang Jun's life or death.

It is even highly possible that the assignment now given to Yang Jun—to investigate at the Armory Sword Cottage—is a trap specifically set for him, and a deadly one at that!

……

At this moment, in the Elder Princess's mansion, Yun Fengyue's lovely cheek showed a hint of worry.

She is a smart person; upon learning that Yang Jun had taken on the new assignment, she already understood that Yun Fengyun fundamentally does not like Yang Jun, and may even therefore seek to deal with him.

Having considered these points, Yun Fengyue also realized she must temporarily keep her distance from Yang Jun.

Otherwise, if Yun Fengyun found out, it would give him even more pretext to go after Yang Jun.

Furthermore, after learning of today's events, Yun Fengyue understood another point: she ought to take some action.

Since she cannot contact Yang Jun directly, she can use other means and methods to accomplish certain things.

"Someone, go fetch Zhou Tian for this palace."

Yun Fengyue swiftly issued the order; she still had plenty of tools at her disposal.

Even without Zhou Tian, she still could have many, many people available.

Upon learning that Yun Fengyue wanted to see him, Zhou Tian had no hesitation at all and hurried to the Elder Princess's mansion.

Yun Fengyue also possessed a tremendous allure for Zhou Tian.

Besides her physical charm, Zhou Tian also knew that Yun Fengyue could lend him a hand.

In Zhou Tian's eyes, this Elder Princess of the Great Xia imperial household was not merely wanton on the surface; she was truly a person who concealed her sharpness.

Your subject Zhou Tian pays his respects to Your Highness the Elder Princess!

Upon entering the Elder Princess's manor, Zhou Tian hastily performed a respectful salute.

As for things like pretending to be obedient, he could handle them with ease.

In such a situation, he also fully understood what should be done.

No need for formalities, Zhou Tian. This Palace summoned you to have you handle a matter for This Palace. Are you willing?

Yun Fengyue looked at Zhou Tian and spoke.

Please, Your Highness the Elder Princess, command as you wish!

Zhou Tian hastily clasped his hands, his demeanor even more respectful.

I will make a trip for This Palace to the back alley of the Armory Sword Cottage.

Yun Fengyue's gaze was icy, and she spoke lightly.

The back alley of the Armory Sword Cottage? Your Highness the Elder Princess, what is the matter?

Zhou Tian felt a bit curious; his eyes, reluctant to leave, moved away from Yun Fengyue's graceful figure, and he slowly lowered his head.

If he continued to stare like that, he could not guarantee he wouldn't embarrass himself.

Especially after learning Yun Fengyue's true background from Mo Qingyan's words and understanding her real strength, Zhou Tian formed an idea: no matter what, he must definitely climb aboard Yun Fengyue's great ship.