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Returning to the palace, she hurriedly headed for the imperial study with her sleeves fluttering.

Li Tian and Liu Ruyan were both there, both of them had frowned brows and serious expressions, and there seemed to be a faint pressure around them.

Seeing Liu Ruobing coming in, Li Tian immediately stepped forward and signaled her not to bow:

"Ruobing, I just received news that Zhao Lingfeng seems to have noticed that we are monitoring him and has made new moves."

Liu Ruobing's heart sank, and a hint of gloom flashed across her originally bright eyes:

"Your Majesty, what did Zhao Lingfeng do?"

Li Tian's eyes were cold, as if there was a layer of frost in them:

"Zhao Lingfeng frequently contacts several ministers in the court, seemingly seeking their support in an attempt to minimize the incident."

Liu Ruyan raised her head slightly, with a hint of fatigue and helplessness in her eyes:

"Ruobing, this matter may not be that simple. Zhao Lingfeng has been in the Patrol Bureau for many years and has a complex network of contacts. We must come up with a countermeasure as soon as possible."

Liu Ruobing lowered her beautiful eyes and fell into deep thought.

After a moment, she raised her head, with a determined light in her eyes:

"Your Majesty, Queen, we might as well take advantage of their own tactic. Since Zhao Lingfeng wants to seek the support of the ministers in the court, we will deliberately show weakness to let him down, and then we can catch them all in one fell swoop."

Li Tian heard this and a hint of admiration flashed in his eyes:

"Ruobing, this is a great plan! But we need to discuss how to implement it."

The three of them discussed for a long time and, based on their understanding of the various forces in the Great Chu Dynasty, worked out a detailed plan.

Liu Ruobing volunteered to be responsible for the key links in the execution of the plan.

She looked determined, with fearlessness and determination in her eyes.

When preparing to leave the imperial study, Li Tian's gaze lingered on Liu Ruobing for a moment, and a barely perceptible possessive desire flashed in his eyes.

Liu Ruobing noticed Li Tian's gaze and felt a little shy.

She lowered her head slightly, her long eyelashes trembled gently like butterfly wings, her cheeks were instantly flushed, and her spiritual energy was slightly disordered.

Li Tian raised his hand and took out a warm jade pendant from his arms.

The runes on the jade pendant flickered, emitting a soft light.

He gently handed it to Liu Ruobing, his voice low but full of concern:

"Ruobing, this is a life-saving jade pendant. It contains my purest spiritual power. If you crush it at the critical moment, I will be able to sense your location and come to save you immediately."

Liu Ruobing was slightly startled, a touch of emotion flashed in her eyes, and a thin layer of mist instantly appeared in her bright eyes.

She gently took the jade pendant, which was warm to the touch, as if it had Li Tian's temperature.

Liu Ruobing nodded slightly, with a gentle smile on her lips:

"Thank you, Your Majesty. Ruobing will be careful."

Li Tian looked at Liu Ruobing and reminded him again:

"Put your own safety first in everything."

After Liu Ruobing left the imperial study, she returned to her residence and began to make careful preparations.

She looked focused, with determination and resolve in her eyes.

The next action will be a tough battle, not only related to the rectification of the Patrol Bureau, but also to the future of the Great Chu Dynasty.

And she will make the most important decision in her life in this battle.

Liu Ruobing was concentrating on wiping the Frost Sword, and every movement she made was filled with focus on the upcoming task.

Suddenly, a familiar sound of birds singing came from outside the window. It was the secret signal she and Su Qingwan agreed upon.

Liu Ruobing raised the corners of her mouth slightly and stood up to open the window.

Su Qingwan leaped into the house lightly like a black shadow.

"Qingwan, why are you here?"

Liu Ruobing's eyes were full of joy and she greeted him enthusiastically.

Su Qingwan shook the food box in her hand, with a smile on her face, but there was a subtle struggle in her eyes:

"I know you were busy preparing for the mission and must not have eaten well, so I specially made your favorite snacks."

Liu Ruobing was deeply moved and pulled Su Qingwan to sit down:

"You still understand me best."

As she spoke, she reached out for the lunch box.

Su Qingwan's hands trembled slightly, and her heart ached when she saw Liu Ruobing's defenseless appearance.

She secretly took a deep breath, suppressed the waves in her heart, and opened the food box with a smile.

The exquisite snacks inside exude an enticing aroma, but beneath that fragrance lies a deadly poison.

"Ruobing, try it quickly."

Su Qingwan handed over a piece of dessert, her voice trembling slightly.

Liu Ruobing was about to take it, but she keenly caught Su Qingwan's unnatural expression.

Her hand stopped in mid-air and she looked at her friend in confusion:

"Qingwan, what's wrong with you? It seems like you are worried about something."

Su Qingwan turned her head away in panic and covered up:

"Nothing... nothing, I'm just worried that your mission is too dangerous."

Liu Ruobing's doubts grew even stronger. She put down her snacks and looked at Su Qingwan seriously:

"Qingwan, we are good friends, you can tell me anything. Did something happen?"

Su Qingwan bit her lower lip, feeling torn between her conscience and her desires.

She remembered the threat from the Shadow Hall. If she didn't complete the mission, not only would her life be in danger, but her family would also be implicated.

But the Liu Ruobing in front of her was her most cherished friend, how could she bear to do that to her?

Su Qingwan's eyes were red, her hands were clenched into fists, and her knuckles turned white from the force.

She slowly raised her head and looked directly into Liu Ruobing's eyes, her voice choking with sobs:

"Ruobing, I...I'm sorry."

Liu Ruobing's heart tightened, and a bad premonition came to her mind, but she still pretended to be calm and said softly:

"Qingwan, what happened? Don't scare me."

Su Qingwan took a deep breath, as if she had mustered up her courage, and said:

"Someone from the Shadow Hall found me and threatened me with the lives of my family members, asking me to poison you. This box of snacks... is poisonous."

After she finished speaking, tears welled up in her eyes and her shoulders trembled slightly.

When Liu Ruobing heard this, she felt a sharp pain in her heart. She never thought that her best friend, who had always been so close to her, would be caught in a dilemma because of such a threat.

She was not angry, only full of heartache.

"Qingwan, don't be afraid."

Liu Ruobing gently held Su Qingwan's hand, "Let's work together to find a way to save your family. It's really abominable that the Shadow Hall is doing this. I won't let them succeed."

Su Qingwan cried and shook her head:

"They are so cruel. I don't know what to do. I don't want to hurt you, but I can't ignore my family..."

Liu Ruobing gently embraced Su Qingwan in her arms, patted her back and comforted her:

"It's okay, I'm here. Let's calm down and think of a plan. His Majesty and the Queen will help us, they will definitely find a way to deal with the Shadow Hall."

Su Qingwan leaned on Liu Ruobing's shoulder, feeling touched and guilty:

"Ruobing, don't you blame me? I almost..."

Liu Ruobing let go of Su Qingwan, held her face with both hands, and said seriously:

"How can I blame you? If it were me, I would also do anything for my family. This is not your fault, it's the Shadow Hall's fault."

Su Qingwan looked at Liu Ruobing's determined eyes, and a warm feeling surged in her heart.

She knew that her decision was right, and telling Liu Ruobing the truth might be the only way for them to get out of this predicament.

"Ruobing, what should we do now?"

Su Qingwan asked.

Liu Ruobing thought for a moment and said solemnly:

"Qingwan, now we have no choice but to ask His Majesty for help. We must go to the palace immediately without wasting a moment."

As she spoke, she quickly stood up, pulled Su Qingwan with her, and the two of them used their skills to rush towards the palace.

Along the way, the wind was whistling. Su Qingwan was filled with anxiety and uneasiness, and she held Liu Ruobing's arm tightly.

Liu Ruobing sensed her nervousness and comforted her softly:

"Don't be afraid, His Majesty will definitely help you."