My sister is Luna

Everyone has something they cherish, something they desperately want to lose, hence the anxiety and fear of loss. This obsession exists among emperors, generals, and even the poorest orphans.

Therefore, they would turn to those who claimed to be able to predict the future and divine good and bad fortune, so that they could find answers and advice for them, just to keep their hearts from being troubled.

The former Crown Prince Qian Jiaci, and the current Empress, are both like this; it seems everyone is the same, after all, no one would abandon their beloved possessions.

Ming Shiyin carefully planted peonies, which bloomed in the small courtyard, creating a riot of colors. He seemed to be immersed in his own world, completely oblivious to his surroundings.

"They're still growing peonies in their own little courtyard, but the calmer it is, the more it gives me the feeling of the calm before the storm. Yuanfang, put Cain aside for now and focus on Ming Shiyin." Di Renjie said seriously, looking at the report in his hand, his expression solemn and focused.

"Yes, Lord Di!" After saying that, Li Yuanfang quickly left Di Renjie's room and headed towards his target.

"I should have been keeping an eye on him, but my attention was drawn to his sudden awakening... But you won't escape my sight either!"

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call out--

Shangguan Wan'er went to the morning court session. While Cain was pondering Milady's problem, a crumpled piece of paper was thrown in front of him.

"Hmm, Yang Yuhuan?" Cain looked up and saw a graceful figure drifting away from the doorway, her movements as light as smoke.

"So what did she come here for? She just dropped off a piece of paper and ran away?" Cain said, unfolding the crumpled paper. It read—

We have a mission; meet at the usual place.

"Is my mission finally about to begin?"

It's daytime now, so Cain can go out at any time.

He soon arrived at Ming Shiyin's small courtyard.

"Hey, Cain, you've finally arrived." Pei Qinhu was the first to greet him, his voice loud and hearty.

The others have also arrived.

“Yes, you’re all here,” Cain said with a smile, his gaze sweeping over everyone.

"So what is the mission this time?" Cain asked, looking at Ming Shiyin sitting to the side.

With a searching look in his eyes, he secretly observed Ming Shiyin's expression. This shrewd man had definitely foreseen what was going to happen in the next few days, but he was still pretending to be nonchalant. He wondered how he would face Di Renjie's accusations and arrest.

"Now that everyone is here, let's talk about today's mission," Ming Shiyin said with a smile, a smile that seemed gentle but was hard to decipher.

"Wang Wu, a member of the Wang clan, appears kind and amiable on the surface, but he is actually engaged in dirty dealings behind the scenes. We suspect that he is involved in human trafficking. Recently, people have been disappearing without a trace, and many clues point to him, but he manages to evade capture by using connections and taking precautions. The people have no way to deal with him and have no evidence. This time, we will expose his actions to the public and let them see his true colors."

"Wang Wu?" Cain thought of the person who had decisively conceded defeat in their duel and couldn't help but feel a little surprised.

“That’s right, it’s Wang Wu from the martial arts competition. I didn’t expect him to look so honest, yet do such a thing. I won’t let him get away with this,” Pei Qinhu added. His fists were clenched, and he looked somewhat angry.

"Now we'll split into groups to carry out the mission. Cain and Yang Yuhuan will search Wang Wu's residence, while Pei Qinhu and Ali will find Wang Wu. Any objections?"

"Yes, what are you and Yi Xing doing?" Cain raised his hand.

“I can’t travel around, providing you with this information is enough, or rather, this matter is more than enough for you, you don’t need me to do it,” Ming Shiyin said with a smile, making it impossible for Cain to see his true thoughts.

This left Cain bewildered. Ming Shiyin's words were ambiguous, and he didn't know if it was because he knew about Shangguan Wan'er's regained memories and was being cautious, or if Di Renjie had been keeping an eye on him, or perhaps both.

"Yi Xing is still a minor, so it's not appropriate to leave such dangerous tasks to you adults."

"Keep it up." Yi Xing looked up and encouraged him, then lowered his head to study the game again, his focused expression making it seem as if everything around him was irrelevant.

"Let's go." Pei Qinhu patted Cain on the shoulder and left with Gongsun Li.

"Hmm." Cain could only nod helplessly, unable to refute it.

They left the courtyard together with the silent Yang Yuhuan.

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Among all the nobles, Wang Wu's residence was low-key, neither ostentatious nor arrogant. He lived in harmony with his neighbors, and people had a good opinion of him. However, this was only on the surface.

"It looks quite simple and unadorned, but something feels off. It's like an apple that looks perfect on the outside but is full of worms inside. That Wang Wu is definitely up to something." Cain looked at the Wang Mansion from the crowd, his brows furrowed.

He could faintly smell the stench of blood; this mansion was truly a hidden treasure.

"I sensed through my zither that there are many people in the mansion, it seems like a banquet is being held," Yang Yuhuan said softly from the side.

"It's not advisable to go in now. There are too many people, and it'll be hard to spot the target. We'll just have to wait a while." Cain gestured to Pei Qinhu and the others across from him, then led Yang Yuhuan to a tavern not far away.

"Waiter, I'd like a private room," Cain said loudly as he entered.

"Alright, sir, please take a seat in the Scarlet Smoke Room." The tavern waiter immediately ran over with a smile and led Cain and Yang Yuhuan into a room.

"Sir, I hope you and your wife enjoy your meal." After confirming the menu, the waiter left the room.

"What nonsense is this waiter spouting? I'm sorry, you've been misunderstood," Cain said apologetically, a hint of embarrassment on his face.

"It's alright," Yang Yuhuan replied softly, her face still veiled.

Wearing a veil, she exuded a mysterious aura, making people want to see the beauty's true face. If she hadn't lowered her head and tried to minimize her presence, she would have caused a sensation whether on the street or in the tavern. This was one of the reasons why Cain wanted a private room.

"..." The two fell silent for a moment.

The two faced each other, Cain drinking tea with a calm expression.

Yang Yuhuan, however, felt differently. Her beautiful eyes were gently closed, and her lips parted slightly. It was as if she were in a vast world where all the emptiness had found a place to rest. The troubles that had once troubled Yang Yuhuan's mind gradually dissipated like morning mist, turning into nothingness. In their place was an unprecedented peace and tranquility, a sense of security that came from finding what she had been searching for.

Is this happiness...? Yang Yuhuan didn't quite understand. Looking at Cain drinking tea, she felt a feeling she had never experienced before.

"What do you want to say? I've noticed you've been hesitant to speak since earlier." Finally, Cain couldn't stand Yang Yuhuan's gaze any longer and spoke up.

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