The Myth of Daqin: The Soul of Yi Xiaochuan

The person who was standing under the windowsill and eavesdropping at this time was Gao Yao.

As the First Emperor had a poor appetite recently, Bai Li specially ordered him to prepare some new and unusual dishes and send them to him. On his way back, he heard voices coming from the side hall. He didn't pay much attention to it at first, but suddenly heard the name Meng Yi mentioned. His heart suddenly tightened, so he hid under the windowsill, wanting to listen to what they were saying.

The result was shocking. It turned out that these two people actually wanted to deal with Meng Yi, and they spoke in a very organized manner, as if they had already discussed the plan. Gao Yao was terrified, but he didn't dare to rush in rashly. He could only suppress his anxiety and continue to eavesdrop.

Gao Yao realized the seriousness of the matter and that he had to tell Meng Yi the news as soon as possible, so he quietly left the side hall.

After returning to Shangshifang, Gao Yao realized that he didn't know the way at all and it was impossible for him to leave the palace at will.

Just when he was feeling anxious, Xiaoyue happened to walk in front of him. Seeing Gao Yao's anxious look, Xiaoyue asked with concern: "Brother, what's wrong with you? Are you in trouble?"

Gao Yao's heart moved, and he hurriedly grabbed Xiaoyue's hand and said anxiously: "Xiaoyue, I have indeed encountered some problems now and need your help, but it may be a little dangerous..."

Xiaoyue nodded without hesitation, expressing her willingness to help, and urged Gao Yao to tell him what it was.

So Gao Yao recounted in detail everything he heard outside the window.

After listening to this, Xiaoyue thought for a moment and then replied: "Brother, I need to go out to buy cloth today, so I can leave the palace. But time is running out, so I have to act quickly."

Gao Yao was immediately excited when he heard this and said excitedly, "Great! Then you must be careful and pass this news to the Meng Mansion and tell General Meng Yi."

Xiaoyue nodded vigorously, clenched her fists, with a determined light flashing in her eyes, and said softly: "Brother, don't worry, the Meng Mansion is not far from the royal city. I will find a chance to sneak out and deliver the news in time." After that, she turned and left, ready to carry out the mission.

Gao Yao looked at Xiaoyue solemnly, his eyes full of worry, and said in a serious tone: "Xiaoyue, you must be careful when you go there, and don't let anyone find you."

Xiaoyue nodded vigorously, then turned and hurriedly left the palace.

She was very careful along the way, not daring to be careless, for fear that her whereabouts would be discovered. So she remained highly alert and tried to avoid crowds to avoid unnecessary trouble.

Xiaoyue's heart was in her throat, her heartbeat echoing in her ears. She knew time was running out, and she had to get the message to Meng Yi as quickly as possible. Any carelessness would not only expose her, but also potentially affect the entire plan. Thinking of this, Xiaoyue quickened her pace.

When Xiaoyue finally arrived at the Meng Mansion, she was so tired that she was out of breath, but she still suppressed her fatigue and knocked on the door of the Meng Mansion.

The guard at the Meng Mansion was immediately alerted when he heard the knock on the door. When he opened the door and saw Xiaoyue, Xiaoyue quickly explained her purpose and told him that she had brought important news.

After hearing this, the guard immediately realized the seriousness of the matter and took Xiaoyue to the study to find Meng Yi.

After entering the study, Xiaoyue saw Meng Yi sitting at the desk at a glance.

At this time, Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu were also in the study. Xiao Yue didn't have time to catch her breath before she breathlessly told Meng Yi in detail the conversation Gao Yao had overheard in the side hall.

Meng Yi listened quietly to Xiaoyue's story, frowning slightly. He turned to look at Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu and said firmly, "This matter must be dealt with as soon as possible. We must not let their conspiracy succeed!"

Xiaoyue looked at Meng Yi with a determined look in her eyes, and then she said, "Master Meng Yi, I have conveyed my brother's words to you. Please be careful!"

Meng Yi nodded and said, "Don't worry, Miss Xiaoyue, I will find a way."

A hint of relief flashed in Xiaoyue's eyes. She nodded slightly and said softly, "Okay, General Meng Yi, I'll go back to the palace first." After that, Xiaoyue turned around and prepared to leave.

However, at this moment, Xiang Yu suddenly spoke up and said, "Thank you for saving my life!" His voice was sincere and genuine, full of gratitude.

"Thank you for saving my life!" Xiang Yu's voice was as loud as a lion coming out of the mountains, but it carried an indescribable charm, as if it had magic that could not be ignored.

When Xiaoyue heard this, she immediately understood that Xiang Yu was the person she had saved. So she smiled and returned the greeting, saying softly, "You're welcome. This is what I should do."

Xiang Yu looked at Xiaoyue and felt a warm feeling in his heart. He knew that Xiaoyue was undoubtedly taking a huge risk by coming here to tell them the news.

Meng Yi then warned, "Miss Xiaoyue, be careful when you return. Don't let them find out you and Gao Yao were here."

Xiaoyue nodded and turned to leave.

At this moment, Xiang Yu was staring at Xiaoyue's departing back, his eyes full of nostalgia and reluctance.

Xiang Liang, who was standing by, looked at Xiang Yu and couldn't help but remind him, "Yu'er, it's time for us to leave."

Xiang Yu finally came back to his senses. He took a deep breath, nodded, and said, "Yes, uncle, we must leave the Meng Mansion quickly. We can't give them any handle."

After thinking for a moment, Meng Yi said in a firm tone: "Master, brother, the city gates are under martial law now, and there are soldiers patrolling the streets. It will be easy to be discovered if you go out now." Then he called Meng Xin.

Meng Xin hurried over, clasped his fists and saluted, saying, "General, what are your orders?"

Meng Yi ordered Meng Xin, "Xin'er, lead the guards at the mansion and guard the front and back gates. If anyone dares to break in, beat them out with sticks!"

Meng Xin bowed and replied, "General, please rest assured. As long as I, Meng Xin, am here, no one can set foot in the Meng Mansion."

Meng Yi turned around and tried to comfort Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu: "Master, big brother, please rest here in peace. Although my brother is stationed in Jiuyuan and not at the residence, this Meng residence is not open to just anyone."

Meng Yi looked at Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu with a firm gaze, his eyes revealing a reassuring power.

Xiang Liang nodded slightly and said gratefully, "Yier, isn't this going to bring trouble upon you?"

Xiang Yu also agreed. He patted Meng Yi on the shoulder and said, "Brother Yi, they haven't come yet. Please let me and my uncle leave quickly through the back door."

Meng Yi smiled slightly and said, "Master and Big Brother, don't worry. I'm here to protect your safety."

Meng Yi turned to Meng Xin and instructed, "Xin'er, you must strictly guard the front and back doors. Don't let anything slip through."

Meng Xin nodded vigorously and said, "Don't worry, General. I will definitely fulfill my mission."