In his eyes, Yun Shu was the most beautiful woman in the world, incomparable to anyone.
A strong desire to be seen by Zhan Tian Ye surged within her.
Yun Shu raised her hand and slapped Lu Hao across the face with a sharp sound.
Lu Hao was stunned.
Had his master taken it seriously?
He was praising his master even while scolding her; his master couldn't possibly be so confused about right and wrong!
Just as he was about to speak, his tongue suddenly touched a pill.
Immediately, a medicinal fragrance filled his mouth.
He snapped back to his senses, realizing that when his master slapped him, a gust of wind seemed to have entered his mouth!
Wow!
Master is too amazing!
He felt much better, and quickly lowered his head to hide his expression. No, no, he absolutely couldn't reveal his thoughts.
He then let out a loud howl, "Ah! You vixen!"
Yun Shu stood up again, her face as if shrouded in a mist. "Do you believe I can make your life a living hell?"
Lu Hao's heart trembled, almost making him spill all his secrets out of sheer terror. It was terrifying!
If his master threatened someone, she could surely make them reveal everything!
He swallowed, calming himself. The person before him was his master!
Everything would be fine!
"I don't believe it! Even if you can make my life a living hell, I won't be afraid! I've never feared death!" Lu Hao straightened his neck, his face full of arrogance.
With his master protecting him, he feared nothing!
Yun Shu frowned, appearing to be angered by Lu Hao.
"You're seeking death!" Zhan Tian Ye snapped coldly.
Lu Hao trembled all over, so scared he was almost in tears. It was over. His mind wasn't working well now, and he couldn't tell if this was real or fake. What if she really thought he was seeking death?
Wuwuwu...
Lu Hao's fear lessened Zhan Ming's suspicion.
"I'm going back to rest." Zhan Tian Yu withdrew his sharp gaze, covering his mouth and nose as he prepared to leave.
Jiang Luo Xi also didn't want to stay. She felt a sense of disgust that she couldn't wash away, it was too repulsive.
"This commoner will also take her leave," Jiang Luo Xi said.
Zhan Ming looked at the two. "Leaving? Aren't you going to watch how I interrogate the prisoner?"
"No, it's late. The prisoner can be interrogated tomorrow. Uncle Six should rest well today." Zhan Tian Yu offered a casual pleasantry.
Then he left directly.
Jiang Luo Xi followed closely behind.
Zhan Ming stared at their receding figures, his doubts deepening.
After they disappeared into the night, Zhan Ming immediately crouched down, grabbed Lu Hao's collar, and interrogated him in a chilling voice, "Who instructed you? Is it Prince Ning?"
Upon hearing this, Lu Hao was stunned. What?
Prince Ning?
What did he have to do with Prince Ning?
He didn't even know who Prince Ning was. Was that person just now Prince Ning?
But he didn't recognize him.
At this moment, Lu Hao's astonishment was interpreted by Zhan Ming as shock.
It seemed his guess was correct, it was indeed related to that brat, Prince Ning!
If that were the case, there was no need to rush the interrogation. He sneered, "Second Miss Yun, he is yours to deal with tonight. As long as you don't kill him, I can continue the interrogation tomorrow. I believe after this, Second Miss Yun will understand even better that I am not your enemy. As long as you can heal me, I can do many things for you. I can grant you three wishes, whatever you ask for. Think it over carefully!"
Zhan Ming yawned, truly feeling exhausted and weak. He beckoned to a servant and went back to his room to rest.
Lu Hao was left in the courtyard for Yun Shu to handle.
This turn of events surprised Yun Shu.
She hadn't expected Zhan Ming to suspect Zhan Tian Yu.
And then, as if it were natural, he had left Lu Hao behind.
She met Zhan Tian Ye's gaze.
Lu Hao was also dumbfounded.
What did the Regent mean? He was confused.
His emotions had fluctuated wildly in a short period.
"I... no matter how you torture me, I will never admit I was wrong! You should feel honored to have been impersonated by me! You should thank me, perhaps I've made your reputation even more renowned!" Lu Hao shouted loudly, feigning intelligence.
In his room, Zhan Ming, who had just lain down, hadn't closed his eyes yet. Hearing Lu Hao's words, he let out a sinister chuckle. He resolved to interrogate Lu Hao thoroughly tomorrow morning!
Someone who shouldn't be so defiant, yet was so stubborn. It was clear he had a master behind him, otherwise, he wouldn't be so tight-lipped.
Then, he closed his eyes with peace of mind.
Since there were still several guards and many pairs of eyes around, Lu Hao could only secretly wink at Yun Shu.
He didn't want to lie on the ground!
The ground was too cold and damp!
It was bad for his health!
Yun Shu looked at Lu Hao's pitiful eyes, her lips twitched. She bent down and pulled Lu Hao up. "You don't appreciate the respect I've given you, so I don't need to!"
She threw Lu Hao to Qiu Lu nearby.
"Take him and interrogate him thoroughly! I want his master to know that no matter what they plan to do next, it will not succeed," Yun Shu said coldly.
Zhan Tian Ye also gave an order, "Take him away."
Qiu Lu didn't dare to be too gentle with Lu Hao, only grabbing him by the back of his collar. His movements were rough, as if he were dragging Lu Hao away.
Several guards glanced towards the direction of the room.
They were unsure of what to do.
They could only block their path.
"The Prince did not order Prince Ye to take Lu Hao away. This subordinate cannot allow Prince Ye to take the person."
Zhan Tian Ye's cold eyes swept over them.
He let out a command, "Move aside!"
The guards looked at each other, frozen in place.
Yun Shu looked at the bruised and battered Lu Hao and said to the guards, "Your Prince has handed this person over to us to handle tonight. We will return him after we've finished questioning him."
Hearing this, the guards no longer blocked them.
Soon, Yun Shu and the others, along with Qiu Lu, arrived at the guest room.
Inside the guest room.
Yun Shu quickly assessed Lu Hao's condition.
He was severely injured.
He had internal injuries from the beating.
Combined with Lu Hao's old injuries, it was already remarkable that he was still conscious. It was evident that he had been consuming expensive tonics.
They would be useful now.
"Master," Lu Hao called out in a low voice.
The Regent's mansion was full of spies; he dared not speak loudly.
Yun Shu responded with an "En."
Qiu Lu suddenly slapped his palms hard several times.
The angle and force of the blows were precise, and the sound of the palms hitting each other mimicked the sound of slaps.
Crack, crack, crack.
Qiu Lu shouted loudly, "You're seeking death! Whom could you not impersonate, but you impersonated our Prince Ye's future consort! You will not leave the Regent's mansion alive!"
Lu Hao was terrified, staring at Yun Shu. "Master, I don't want to die."