The female supporting role is really here to mess things up

Zhao Lexuan was in a good mood these days. She went to the Duke's Mansion to visit Lu Qingxi every few days. In fact, it was mainly to meet her beautiful friend. However, every time she entered the Duke's Mansion, she could always see Xue Ji's expectant eyes. At first, the two of them would exchange a few words, but after a long time, Zhao Lexuan felt a little annoyed by Xue Ji's "enthusiasm", so she simply treated him as air and walked in leisurely.

Today, Zhao Lexuan and Lu Qingxi were chatting and couldn't help but complain:

"Is this Xue Ji the gatekeeper of the Duke's Mansion? I run into him every time I come here. Qingqing, why don't you find him something to do? He is really an eyesore standing at the door. Every time I ride here, I am worried that I might accidentally bump into him."

Xiaohuan was listening at the side and was amused by Zhao Lexuan's exaggerated tone, so she covered her mouth and chuckled.

When Lu Qingxi heard Zhao Lexuan's complaint, an idea flashed in her mind. She thought that she could ask Xue Ji to help keep an eye on Su Jiaojiao! Shen Rong had told her in prison before that when she took Su Jiaojiao's pulse, she found that her body was not sick because of the injury caused by saving people, but was controlled by some kind of drug. Although it was not clear who drugged her, Lu Qingxi always felt that there was something strange about Su Jiaojiao. Shen Rong was still in prison, and there was still half a month left in the three-month sentence. She had no other reason to go to the general's mansion. Now that Lexuan reminded her, it seemed that she could find out in advance whether Su Jiaojiao had any small moves.

So, Lu Qingxi told Zhao Lexuan his idea. After Zhao Lexuan heard it, a flash of surprise flashed in her eyes, and then her eyes became complicated. Seeing her friend's performance, Lu Qingxi took her hand and comforted her:

"No one wants to see lovers separated. We are all willing to help you. Now that we have paid a price for it, it would be a bit of a loss if we just give up like this."

Zhao Lexuan held her friend's hand tighter, tears welling up in her eyes as she raised her head. She choked up and said, "Qingqing, thank you. I know what to do now."

The two chatted for a while before Zhao Lexuan stood up to say goodbye. After she walked out of the house, she did not leave directly as usual, but turned to Xue Ji who was still staring at the door. She spoke graciously: "Qingqing and I have something for you to do." When Xue Ji heard the word "Qingqing", his face immediately glowed. He turned his head to Zhao Lexuan and asked excitedly:

"What does she want me to do? I'd do anything for her!"

Zhao Lexuan curled her lips in her heart, thinking that Xue Ji's appearance was really worthless. But she did not show it, and instead told Xue Ji what Lu Qingxi had asked. She wanted to explain the reason, but she saw Xue Ji had already jumped on the horse impatiently, and said to her without turning his head: "I'll do it now!" Before he finished speaking, his figure had disappeared in the distance.

Zhao Lexuan looked at Xue Ji's receding back and shook her head helplessly. She could sense that Xue Ji's feelings for Lu Qingxi were not just about gratitude and guilt... Without thinking any further, Zhao Lexuan also set off to return home.

After Xue Ji returned home, he quickly summoned the housekeeper to his side and whispered some instructions. The housekeeper nodded and accepted the order, then selected two agile secret guards, disguised them as ladies, and sent them to Su Jiaojiao's residence to secretly monitor in the name of "protection". Xue Ji didn't want to treat it carelessly because this was the first thing Lu Qingxi arranged for him to do, so he decided to go out in person and pay more attention to his eldest brother's yard. After a quick thought in his mind, he felt that it would be more convenient to move into his eldest brother's yard, so he ordered them to pack their bags and move directly there.

The movements in the mansion naturally could not be hidden from the general's wife, but she always loved Xue Ji and thought he was just a child, so she did not stop him. However, all this was not what the Su siblings wanted. Su Qi stepped into his sister's courtyard in the afternoon and saw two more maids at the door. He felt inexplicably uneasy. He asked the housekeeper the reason, and the housekeeper told him the truth, saying that the second young master was worried about Miss Su's safety and specially arranged for someone to take care of her. Although Su Qi felt it was inappropriate, he could only express his gratitude to the housekeeper, and then hurried to Xue Ji's residence, saying that he wanted to thank him in person.

Su Qi walked into Xue Ji's new residence and saw a busy scene inside, with servants coming and going, carrying various items. Since everyone was busy, no one noticed his arrival, so he successfully sneaked in. However, he never expected to hear the conversation between Xue Ji and his subordinates here.

The attendant was obviously confused by Xue Ji's decision and asked in confusion: "Second Young Master, your courtyard and the eldest young master's courtyard are already very close, why bother to move in?" Xue Ji's answer made Su Qi's heart sink. Xue Ji boasted without thinking: "Qingqing finally paid attention to me today. She asked me to keep an eye on Su Jiaojiao..." He stopped talking suddenly, as if he realized his mistake. He quickly changed his words: "I want to live here myself, closer to my eldest brother, so that it is convenient for us brothers to take care of each other. Is there any problem?"

Although Xue Ji quickly covered up his gaffe, Su Qi heard it clearly. He was horrified that he and his sister were being targeted by Second Master Xue! Xue Ji had been frequently in and out of the Duke's Mansion recently, and this was already known to everyone in the mansion. Now that he heard that the "Qingqing" he mentioned was Lu Qingxi, Su Qi suddenly had an ominous premonition in his heart.

Recalling the time when Lu Qingxi came to treat his sister and he framed her for imprisonment, Su Qi couldn't help but feel regretful. He thought the matter would end there, but he didn't expect Lu Qingxi to have not given up yet and even got involved with Xue Ji. Su Qi was panicked and thought it was not good, so he left the house in a hurry.

After some thought, he decided to meet with Wang Xu. Wang Xu arrived half an incense stick later than the appointed time. Su Qi knew that she and her sister were in a precarious situation, so she told Wang Xu everything about Xue Ji sending people to monitor them on Lu Qingxi's orders. Wang Xu's eyes were serious when he heard this, but when he learned that all this was instructed by Lu Qingxi, his expression eased a little.

Su Qi saw Wang Xu's reaction clearly, and his heart sank. But he still didn't give up, and tentatively asked: "Master Wang, my sister and I are in danger now, can you help us?"

Wang Xu's eyes were like the cold stars in the winter night, shining with a cold and firm light. He looked at Su Qi coldly, with a mocking arc on the corner of his mouth, and his voice was low and powerful: "What do you want me to do? Don't think I don't know your little tricks. I tell you, if you dare to forget the last warning, I have plenty of ways to make you regret it. As for her - Lu Qingxi, don't touch her at all. Otherwise, I will make you live a life worse than death. This is not a threat, but my last warning to you."

Seeing Su Qi's pale face and the way she shrank back, Wang Xu said calmly: "Don't make any moves recently and don't come to me again. Don't give your sister the medicine for now." After saying that, he turned around and left.

Su Qi was left alone, his face as pale as paper, trembling all over. Anger and despair intertwined in his heart, he clenched his fists tightly, his nails dug deep into his flesh, as if to vent his inner pain. However, he could not feel any pain, because his heart was already occupied by fear and anxiety.

After the anger subsided, Su Qi tried to calm himself down. He knew that he could not just sit there and wait for death. Wang Xu only cared about Lu Qingxi, and his words today had already hinted at his intention to give up on himself and Su Jiaojiao. So, who else could he ask for help? Yes, there was also the King of Qi!

So, Su Qi rushed out and walked quickly towards the Qi Wang Mansion. It was already late at night, but Su Qi's heart was filled with anxiety and worry. He did not dare to delay for fear of missing a chance to survive.

The King of Qi had been planning to leave the study and go to sleep, but he didn't expect someone to come to see him at this time. He frowned and wanted to say that he would talk about it tomorrow, but after looking at the night, he decided to call the person in.

When Su Qi saw King Qi, he quickly told him everything about his conversation with Wang Xu and Wang Xu's threats to him. His words were full of anxiety and panic, like a beast trapped in a trap.

After hearing this, the King of Qi's eyes flickered, as if he was thinking about something. A Jin beside him said, "It's all my fault for not being able to get rid of that woman last time." There was a hint of self-blame and guilt in his tone.

The King of Qi was not angry, but he was not very happy either. He said calmly: "Is Xiao Yuebai coming out soon? Since he cares so much about Lu Qingxi, let's send them both to death together."

Hearing this, Su Qi's body trembled. He felt as if he had heard something he shouldn't have heard. He raised his head and looked at King Qi carefully, only to see a hint of coldness and determination in King Qi's eyes.

Upon seeing this, A Jin warned on behalf of his prince, "You should know what you heard and what you didn't hear." There was a hint of threat and warning in his tone.

Su Qi quickly responded, then walked out with his head down. He knew that he had heard too many things he shouldn't have heard today, but he also understood that this was his only chance to survive.