Return to the City

Upon hearing the noise, Jiang Peihuan looked coldly at the door, and her eyes widened in surprise when she saw who had entered.

When Xiao Nanye entered the room, his gaze immediately fell on Jiang Peihuan. "Are you injured?"

As he spoke, he carefully examined her, and upon seeing no wounds, he breathed a sigh of relief.

When he turned to look at the person lying on the ground, his eyes were filled with menace.

"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I am unharmed. But what brings you here?"

"I heard some commotion from your side and brought people to help."

"Master, we've captured them all."

At this moment, Han Feng entered Jiang Peihuan's room. Seeing Xiao Junhao lying on the ground, he felt sympathy for him. Out of all people, Xiao Junhao had targeted someone his master was interested in.

"Kill them all."

Without hesitation, Xiao Nanye coldly ordered, his eyes filled with fury.

Han Feng signaled to the people in the courtyard, and within an instant, all those who came with Xiao Junhao were taken away

At that moment, Pei Wu, filled with anger, yelled at Xiao Nanye, "King Cheng, our Prince is also a Prince personally appointed by the Emperor. You have no right to kill people from Qing Mansion."

"Spare his life."

Xiao Nanye glanced at Pei Wu and spoke softly.

Then, Xiao Nanye looked down at Xiao Junhao on the ground. With a sudden change of expression, he kicked Xiao Junhao out of the door, sending him tumbling into the courtyard.

When Jiang Sijin arrived with her people, she saw Xiao Junhao being thrown out of Jiang Peihuan's room by Xiao Nanye like garbage.

Xiao Junhao spat blood onto the ground.

Upon witnessing this, Pei Wu rushed to Xiao Junhao's side, worry in his eyes, and called out, "Your Highness?"

However, Xiao Junhao was unconscious, showing no response.

Pei Wu glared angrily at Xiao Nanye.

"In this world, there's nothing I cannot do."

"I spare your life so you can relay this message to Xiao Junhao: if there's a next time, he won't be able to bear the consequences."

"Get lost already! Do you really want to see your Prince die?"

Concerned that Xiao Junhao might actually die, Han Feng angrily yelled at Pei Wu.

Hearing this, Pei Wu quickly lifted Xiao Junhao onto his back.

After Xiao Junhao had left, Xiao Nanye looked at the indifferent Jiang Peihuan. "To avoid any further complications, Miss, you should return to your residence as soon as possible."

"Thank you for helping me today, Your Highness."

"You really don't need to get involved in these troubles."

"As long as it concerns you, it's not a problem for me."

Seeing she was about to speak, Xiao Nanye interrupted, "It's getting late. Let's rest for now."

"Don't worry about the Qing King's matter; I'll handle it."

Hearing his words, Jiang Peihuan wanted to say something, but ultimately remained silent, nodding with a complex expression.

After leaving some guards behind, Xiao Nanye departed with Han Feng.

That night, Jiang Peihuan struggled to sleep. Staring at the ring in her hand, her eyes were filled with mixed emotions.

Memories from her past life played out in her mind. She wished to avoid any contact with the Xiao family. Moreover, she knew Xiao Nanye's fate wasn't good.

Yet, the ring on her finger served as a reminder of his help.

When the sky began to brighten, Jiang Peihuan finally grew drowsy. Just as she started to drift off, she heard Jiang Sijin's voice from outside, "Elder sister?"

Moments later, Jiang Peihuan composed herself and joined Jiang Sijin in the carriage.

"Elder sister, are you worried about what happened last night?"

Jiang Sijin asked softly upon seeing Jiang Peihuan's troubled expression.

Hearing her sister, Jiang Peihuan snapped back to reality. She glanced at Jiang Sijin and whispered, "Keep last night's events to yourself."

"Shouldn't we tell Grandmother?"

"No need. Your second older sister's marriage is already stressing Grandmother. Let's not burden her further."

"Understood."

Jiang Sijin obeyed Jiang Peihuan, deciding not to inform the family, and even reminded those around her.

Old Madam Jiang noticed Jiang Peihuan had only stayed one night before returning to the manor, and couldn't help but ask, "Huan Er, why are you back so soon? Is something wrong at the manor?"

"Nothing's wrong. I just happened to find ripe loquats and peaches. They don't last long, so I picked them and brought them for Grandmother to taste."

"You silly girl, there's always time for Grandmother to enjoy these fruits. You didn't need to make this trip."

Jiang Peihuan smiled but said nothing.

She left discreetly. By the time Xiao Nanye visited the Jiang Manor in the morning, she was already gone.

As he looked at the village head standing before him, Xiao Nanye's eyes showed a hint of helplessness. Eager to see her, he'd arrived only to find she'd slipped away without a word.

"Uncle, what do you think? Should we continue enjoying the scenery or head back?"

Prince An casually bit into the loquat in his hand and looked at Xiao Nanye with a smile, a hint of amusement in his eyes.

Xiao Nanye ignored him and looked at the manor head. "When did Miss leave?"

"Replying to King Cheng, Eldest Miss left before breakfast."

It was almost time for breakfast.

"Let's head back to the city."

Xiao Nanye glanced at Han Feng and left the manor.

Watching his retreating figure, Prince An couldn't help but shout, "Uncle, wait for me!"

In just a moment, the area returned to its peaceful state. However, not far away, the manor of Qing Mansion was in chaos.

"How is he?"

Looking at the doctor's concerned expression, Pei Wu quickly asked.

Worried that Xiao Junhao would cause unnecessary trouble if he returned to the city, Pei Wu didn't dare send him back. Instead, he invited a doctor to the manor.

Seeing the doctor finish checking the pulse, Pei Wu quickly approached

"His Highness, Prince Qing, has severe injuries. To recover, he needs at least a month of proper care."

"A month?"

"Yes, at least a month."

"Go prepare the medicine."

"Cough, cough, cough…"

As soon as the doctor left, Xiao Junhao, lying on the bed, opened his eyes. Pei Wu hurried forward and carefully helped him sit up. "Your Highness, you're awake."

Xiao Junhao coughed for a while before speaking softly, "Where's Jiang Peihuan?"

Mentioning that woman caused a sharp pain in his heart.

She wanted to kill him. At that time, although he was close to fainting, he clearly saw the murderous intent in her eyes.

"Miss Jiang has already returned to the city."