People from the Capital

Chapter 88 People from the Capital

On the trail.

Jiang Ning held up her skirt with one hand and tugged at Li Chuqiu's sleeve with the other, and the two sneaked to a secluded corner.

After looking around and making sure there were no guards or spies nearby, Jiang Ning turned around and looked Li Chuqiu up and down with her big, dark eyes. Only after confirming that he was alright did she finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Then, she asked in a low, worried voice, "Mother, did she do anything to you?"

Seeing her furtive and somewhat guilty look, Li Chuqiu knew exactly what had happened: "What did you say to your mother?!"

"They didn't say anything!"

Jiang Ning spoke up, and seeing Li Chuqiu's disbelieving look, she immediately raised her small hand and swore, "I promise, I really didn't say anything!"

As if remembering something, her face flushed slightly, and her tone became somewhat shy: "I didn't say a word about what happened that night, really, you have to believe me!"

"Then why did your mother bring me here so early this morning?"

"How would I know—"

Jiang Ning's voice softened, as if she felt a little guilty.

Under Li Chuqiu's gaze, she lowered her head slightly: "Perhaps, perhaps my mother has guessed something?"

"She, she even had someone come to get tested, to get tested—"

Jiang Ning was about to speak: "My mother even had someone examine her body—although my mother did it very discreetly, Jiang Ning wasn't stupid; the intentions of the nanny she sent were so obvious—"

"However, I really didn't say anything; it was all my mother's guess!"

Jiang Ning patted her chest and made a solemn promise.

Although her mother kept it from her, Jiang Ning was very clever.

Like mother, like daughter. Jiang Ning guessed that her mother would not dispel her doubts and might even take action against Li Chuqiu.

So she secretly arranged for someone to keep an eye on her mother. When she learned that Li Chuqiu had been captured by her mother, Jiang Ning rushed over to check on the situation.

Seeing that Li Chuqiu was safe and sound and had not been killed by the executioners arranged by her mother, she finally felt relieved.

"What did my mother ask you?"

Jiang Ning was somewhat worried, but also curious, she asked, "Did she...did she trick you?"

What do you think?

Judging from the girl's face, she was indeed unaware of the situation. If she had truly told Princess Jing about what happened that night, Li Chuqiu wouldn't have gotten away so easily today.

Jiang Ning became even more worried: "Could she have discovered something?!"

"That shouldn't be the case."

Li Chuqiu shook her head, "However, you still need to be careful in the future, and don't arouse your mother's suspicion like yesterday, in case something unexpected happens—"

"My life is in danger!"

Jiang Ning lowered her head, her fingers lightly twisting the ribbon at the hem of her skirt, muttering, "I didn't do it on purpose—"

"Alright, be more careful next time. I'll forgive you this time."

"oh----"

Jiang Ning gave a soft "oh" and nodded obediently.

But soon, he realized that something was wrong.

No, what did he forgive her for?

What did she do wrong?

Jiang Ning quickly opened her eyes wide and glared at Li Chuqiu: "Are you kidding me?!"

"What did I do to fool you?"

"Just, just—"

Jiang Ning couldn't quite put her finger on it, but something felt off.

"Anyway, it's just not right—"

Jiang Ning was certain something was wrong. Staring at Li Chuqiu, her face flushed, she said, "You're the one who defiled my innocence! How is it my fault now?!"

The young princess finally realized what was happening!

"My dear aunt, please keep your voice down."

Suddenly, Jiang Ning's voice grew louder, and Li Chuqiu instinctively wanted to cover her mouth.

"What nonsense about defiling? It sounds awful. Your innocence is still intact, Princess."

"Nonsense, you've already touched it all away!"

"—Okay, okay, I've removed them all, just stop yelling!"

Li Chuqiu surrendered; if the argument continued, the girl would probably never stop.

"snort!"

Seeing Li Chuqiu admit defeat, Jiang Ning let out a soft hum, completely satisfied.

"That's more like it!"

"If there's nothing else, I'll be going now?"

Li Chuqiu was a little hesitant to spend too much time with this young princess, fearing she might cause some trouble again, and planned to slip away.

Unexpectedly, Jiang Ning persisted, asking, "Where are you going?"

"Work!"

Li Chuqiu said, "I still have to go to work today. I was dragged here by your mother early this morning and have already missed half a day of work."

"work?"

Jiang Ning blinked, then remembered that this guy was from the Tianxuan Division, and her eyes immediately lit up: "You're going to the Tianxuan Division?"

"yes?"

"Hey, I'll go with you!"

Jiang Ning made up her mind and said excitedly.

"How can this be allowed?"

"Why not?"

"Will the prince and princess allow you to go out?"

"Hey, my father is away from the palace these days. As for my mother—"

Jiang Ning chuckled: "I just heard that a very important person has come to the manor. My mother must be very busy right now and has no time to care about me."

This young princess is usually confined to her home, but given her personality, the Prince Jing's mansion can't control her. Whenever she has free time, she often sneaks out.

"An important person?"

Li Chuqiu asked curiously, "What important person?"

"have no idea."

Jiang Ning shook her head: "Anyway, it seems to be a woman, someone with a powerful background, from the capital. Even my father has to give her a lot of face—oh well, let's not talk about this anymore. Come on, let's go, while no one's watching, I want to go with you to Tianxuan Division to take a look!"

In the early morning, the streets of Yuhua City were bathed in bright sunshine.

Li Chuqiu, dressed in the robes of the Tianxuan Division and with a sword at his waist, walked down the street. Beside him followed a young girl, her eyes filled with curiosity and excitement as she looked around.

It was Jiang Ning.

She wore a pale yellow dress, which perfectly showcased her youthful beauty. Even though she had disguised herself before coming out, this young princess did not wear any expensive jewelry. However, her innate noble temperament still attracted attention on the street.

Besides, this young princess is not honest either!

She showed absolutely no manners befitting a princess, looking around the street, lifting her skirt and skipping about, as if she were about to burst into tears.

"Watch your image, you look like you're in jail."

"It's a prison sentence after all!"

Jiang Ning pouted, looking somewhat aggrieved: "Such a big thing happened at the manor recently, I haven't been able to come out for so long!"

"Then how dare you come out now?"

Li Chuqiu glanced at her. The Prince of Jing's heir had just been assassinated, and now there was only this little princess left. Wasn't she afraid of being killed to silence her?

"Isn't it you I'm here for?"

Jiang Ning tilted her head and said matter-of-factly, "Aren't you from Tianxuan Division? Shouldn't you protect me?"

"You think too highly of me."

How could he possibly deal with the murderer who killed Prince Jing's heir?

"Tch, you're really useless!"

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If it weren't for the crowds on the street, Li Chuqiu would have grabbed this little princess and given her a good spanking.

Li Chuqiu naturally didn't want to take this little princess out, much less take her to Tianxuan Division and cause trouble, but he couldn't stop the little princess from crying, making a scene, and threatening suicide to insist on following him, acting as if she had become dependent on him today, going wherever Li Chuqiu went.

Li Chuqiu threatened to complain to her mother if she didn't let her go!

Reluctantly, Li Chuqiu could only agree to take her along. However, he made it clear beforehand that she was not allowed to reveal her identity outside, nor was she allowed to talk nonsense, especially not to mention their relationship in public—this was the most important point.

Only after the young princess solemnly swore an oath with her little hand did Li Chuqiu agree to take her out.

Along the way, Li Chuqiu patrolled the streets as she made her way to Tianxuan Division. Jiang Ning followed beside her, strolling along with great interest.

Finally, we arrived at the Tianxuan Division.

"This is the Heavenly Mystic Division?!"

The young princess glanced up at the Tianxuan Division's stronghold in Yuhua City and pouted, "It really is small."

The entrance to Tianxuan Division was naturally no match for the young princess's mansion, so it was only natural that it was looked down upon.

"Huh? Didn't you say your Tianxuan Division is full of experts? Slaying demons and monsters is so impressive, but why don't we see anyone flying on swords, soaring through the sky and diving into the earth?"

Jiang Ning looked around curiously.

"You think this is a fantasy world?"

Li Chuqiu ignored the girl and walked straight inside.

Flying on a sword, soaring through the heavens and plunging into the earth—while such things exist in this world, those who can reach this level are at least powerful beings in the upper three realms!

For some reason, the Tianxuan Division seemed rather deserted today, with many colleagues missing.

"head!"

Inside the Tianxuan Division, Chen San'er and Zhang Man, as usual, saw their boss arrive and immediately went to greet him.

But soon, the two of them noticed Jiang Ning following behind Li Chuqiu and were both taken aback.

"Boss, who is this—?"

Wait, how come there's suddenly such a beautiful girl next to the boss?

Judging by his appearance and demeanor—he's no ordinary person.

In my sight, Jiang Ning, dressed in a pale yellow ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), looked fresh, beautiful, and graceful, a truly captivating sight. Even without makeup, she was undeniably a natural beauty.

Both of them froze, their eyes widening in disbelief—where did this head come from?

Jiang Ning, who was following behind Li Chuqiu, was also startled when she saw Chen San'er and Zhang Man.

These two guys in front of me—well, you can't say they're ugly.

It's simply hideous!

One had a pointed, monkey-like face, and the other was as strong as an ox—they were the kind of people who, at first glance, were not good people.

The problem is, none of them are good-looking!

Startled, Jiang Ning instinctively hid behind Li Chuqiu, nervously tugging at his sleeve, and cautiously peeked out, asking in a low voice, "Who are they?"

"Why is it so ugly?"

Chen San'er and Zhang Man: "————"

Although Jiang Ning's voice was soft, the two of them heard it clearly.

Chen San'er and Zhang Man were heartbroken to be told they were ugly to their faces by such a pretty young girl.

The two exchanged a glance.

"I'm saying you're ugly!"

"Nonsense, you're clearly being called ugly!"

"You're ugly!"

"You're the ugly one!"

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Li Chuqiu reassured them, "Don't be afraid. Although they are ugly, they are not bad people."

Jiang Ning blinked and nodded: "Oh."

Chen San'er and Zhang Man looked even more resentful. How could their boss say his subordinate was ugly to their face?

"Boss, who is this—"

Chen San'er seemed to realize something, glanced at Jiang Ning hiding behind Li Chuqiu with a shocked look in his eyes, and lowered his voice slightly: "This wouldn't happen to be the new sister-in-law, would it?"

Li Chuqiu: "?"

"What nonsense! Where did this new sister-in-law come from?"

"Isn't that right?"

Chen San'er looked suspicious: "The one who used to frequent the boss's house didn't look like this, did she?"

Did you used to go to his house often?

—Isn't that Lin Shuci?

Chen San'er and Zhang Man had obviously met Lin Shuci before, although they always claimed to be childhood sweethearts and very close siblings.

But anyone with eyes can see that something is wrong with these siblings.

Especially Chen San'er and Zhang Man, who were with Li Chuqiu, refused to believe that they were just siblings.

Who sleeps in the same bed as their siblings?

What kind of siblings are still inseparable every day after they grow up?

Chen San'er had even prepared to drink his own family's wedding wine, but he didn't expect that his sister-in-law would suddenly leave, and he heard that she had been taken away by some sect!

Oh no, the wedding banquet is ruined!

What I didn't expect was that in such a short time, the person next to the boss had changed again?

Isn't this the new sister-in-law?

"Shut your mouth if you don't want to die."

Li Chuqiu said irritably.

Chen San'er immediately shut his mouth, giving Zhang Man a knowing look. He took a step back, exchanged a glance with him, and their unspoken understanding was clear.

"Ignore those two, they're no good."

Li Chuqiu gave Jiang Ning some instructions behind her back.

Jiang Ning blinked blankly. Didn't she just say that he was ugly but kind-hearted? How come he's not a good person now?

However, she was relieved when she learned that the two were Li Chuqiu's subordinates.

At this moment, Li Chuqiu asked again, "Why is it so deserted here today? What happened this time?"

Chen San'er then remembered something, his expression turning serious: "Oh right, I forgot to tell you, boss—people from the capital have arrived!"

"Have people arrived from the capital?"

Li Chuqiu was slightly taken aback: "Who is this?"

"I don't know, but it seems to be related to the assassination of Prince Jing's heir."

After listening to Chen San'er's explanation, Li Chuqiu quickly understood what was going on.

Judging by the timeline, several days have passed since the assassination attempt on Prince Jing's heir. The news has already reached the capital, and this is no small matter; it will surely cause an uproar in the capital.

Regardless, the assassination attempt on Prince Jing's heir is no small matter. Whether it was a test or for some other purpose, the capital will certainly send people to investigate.

Judging by the time, it should be about time!

"How many people were sent from the capital?"

Chen San'er thought for a moment: "It looks like there are seven or eight people? The leader seems to be a very young young master—like a scion of a prominent family. I wonder if he's here to gain experience."

In places like Yuhua City, there are plenty of young masters from prominent families who come here to gain seniority.

Qin Yan is a typical example.

"Since the investigation is about the assassination of Prince Jing's heir, shouldn't we be going to Prince Jing's residence? Why are we coming to our Tianxuan Division first?" Li Chuqiu frowned, realizing something was wrong.

"this----"

Chen San'er seemed to have thought of something, looked around, and then whispered, "I'm not quite sure either, but I think I heard—"

"Is that young master here to see Deputy Commander Liu?"

"It seems he knows Vice Commander Liu—"

Looking for willow catkins?

From the capital?

A young nobleman?

Li Chuqiu's gaze suddenly sharpened.

—Could it be that Second Prince?

She came all the way to Yuhua City to steal his woman?!

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