Quick Transmigration Sweet Story, The White Moonlight Rescue Plan

"Shen She, if your subordinates take another step closer, I will kill her." The masked man in black held a sharp dagger to Xiao Xiao's throat, forcing Shen She to stay away.

Xiao Xiao's neck was thin and delicate. Even though the assailant didn't seem to intend to harm her, the sharp tip of the knife still managed to cut her neck.

Fresh blood trickled down his neck, dripping and meandering, making the sight even more unsettling in the quiet, sweltering night.

Compared to the thugs' excitement, Shen She, standing opposite them, appeared extremely calm and composed. His face was a mixture of amusement and exasperation, his thin lips slightly curved, and his arched eyebrows gently raised, exuding a casual and languid air. "Xu Hengyuan, when negotiating with me, what benefit do you think it would bring you to add a woman as a hostage?" His voice was deep and magnetic, as if it possessed a seductive power.

Xu Hengyuan's eyes flickered, as if Shen She had hit the nail on the head.

Shen She was a ruthless man. Even the Empress Dowager, who was close to him, did not offer any help. How could he, a princess who had only met him a few times, possibly help him? However, Xu Hengyuan was now desperate and had no other choice, which is why he decided to come and assassinate Shen She tonight.

Thinking of this, Xu Hengyuan couldn't help but bring the knife tip close to Xiaoxiao's neck again. "Shen She, since you already know what I've done, there's no need for me to explain. The Chinese imperial family is incompetent and tyrannical, acting recklessly and oppressing the people, causing widespread suffering. Meanwhile, the Xiongnu in the north are brave and wise, with clear rewards and punishments, and know how to adapt to the times. I'm merely acting in accordance with the times; why do you insist on pressuring me?"

"Going with the flow? Lord Xu really knows how to find a suitable excuse for treason. Since Lord Xu is so determined, then I admire your courage." Shen She waved his hand, and immediately guards bound the two women and brought them in.

Shen She pointed to the two women on the ground with their hands and feet tied up and said to Xu Hengyuan, "One of these two is Lord Xu's first wife, and the other is your mistress whom you kept in town."

"I, Shen, will do you a favor by returning one to you, sir. The other person will be burned down along with your mansion to make it look like a burglary and murder scene, so you can escape. If you are promoted in the future, don't forget my kindness, and put in a good word for me with the clan leader."

One of the women, heavily pregnant, with a pretty face and dressed in flamboyant clothes, was terrified when she heard Shen She's words. She turned pale and cried out to Xu Hengyuan, begging him to save her.

This person should be Xu Hengyuan's mistress, Lady Liu.

On the other hand, the woman in green kneeling on the other side, though her face showed fear, still maintained a dignified posture and did not lose her composure. Presumably, this person must be Xu Hengyuan's wife, Wang.

Wang had been kind to Xu Hengyuan, saving him from danger. Xu Hengyuan could not forget her kindness, but Liu was also in love with him and was carrying his unborn child. Xu Hengyuan was even more reluctant to give her up.

Upon seeing this scene, Xu Hengyuan felt a surge of hatred for Shen She, his teeth grinding as he cursed, "Shen She, you heartless madman, what are you doing bringing them here?"

However, Shen She casually shrugged and replied nonchalantly, "This is just a simple either/or question. Lord Xu, aren't you the best at making choices? Why can't you make a choice now? Or is it that Lord Xu never intended to take any of them with him from the beginning to the end?"

"Shen...She..." Xu Hengyuan muttered Shen She's name, each word seemingly squeezed out from between his teeth, filled with anger and hatred. Standing beside him, Xiao Xiao clearly felt the intense rage emanating from Xu Hengyuan.

Shen She, however, still grinned and pointed at the two people on the ground, urging Xu Hengyuan: "Lord Xu, time waits for no one, hurry up and make your choice!"

Xu Hengyuan was now in a dilemma, his mind in turmoil. However, he suddenly remembered that he still held Xiaoxiao as a bargaining chip; perhaps he could use her to exchange for her with Shen She. At this moment, Xu Hengyuan had completely forgotten his initial intention of kidnapping Xiaoxiao to protect himself. So, he raised his voice and shouted at Shen She, "The person in my hands is a princess of the current dynasty, of incomparably noble status. Is the princess's life not worth two of them?"

Shen She shook his head after hearing this, sighed deeply, and said, "Life is precious, and everyone only has one life. There is no distinction between high and low, noble and lowly. Therefore, the princess's life can only be worth one person's. Lord Xu, please make your choice..."

Although Xu Hengyuan was furious, he was helpless. After a fierce internal struggle, he finally chose Liu, who was pregnant. He looked at Wang Yun helplessly, his eyes full of guilt, "Yunniang, I'm sorry, Yan'er is carrying my child. I did make a mistake, but the child is innocent."

Wang Yun never looked at Xu Hengyuan again, as if she had already guessed that Xu Hengyuan would not choose her. Her eyes were filled with despair and sorrow.

When Liu Yan, the concubine, learned of her rescue, she was overjoyed. After being untied by the guards, she rushed to Xu Hengyuan. Her eyes glistened with tears, and her face was filled with joy and gratitude. She hugged Xu Hengyuan tightly and kissed his cheek, expressing her deep affection for him.

Xu Hengyuan kept his promise and released Xiaoxiao. Watching her departing figure, he felt a sense of relief. However, just as they were immersed in happiness, a sudden turn of events shattered their tranquility.

As Xu and Liu were embracing each other tenderly, a cold arrow pierced through, instantly piercing Liu, who stood before Xu Hengyuan. Liu Yan stared wide-eyed in disbelief at the arrow in her chest; blood gushed from the wound, staining her clothes crimson. She slowly collapsed to the ground, her eyes filled with pain and despair.

Before Xu Hengyuan could react, he was riddled with arrows. Xu Hengyuan was terrified and tried to dodge, but the arrows rained down so densely that he couldn't escape. He was wounded in several places, his clothes stained with blood. He struggled to flee, but ultimately collapsed in a pool of blood.

"You..." Xu Hengyuan struggled to raise his finger and point at Shen She, trying to accuse him of betrayal, but his voice gradually faded, and he finally breathed his last. He stared unblinkingly at the treacherous Shen She, his eyes filled with anger and resentment.

Mo Feng was naturally anxious when he saw that Xu Hengyuan, who could prove His Highness's innocence, had been killed by Shen She himself. He said anxiously, "My lord, with Xu Hengyuan dead, how can His Highness explain this to us? We were hoping that he could clear His Highness's name."

Shen She waved his hand dismissively and replied coldly, "Just say that Xu Hengyuan betrayed the country and was mistakenly killed by someone else on his way north as a fugitive. That way, we can cover up the truth without causing too much trouble."

“But Your Highness, I have already…” Mo Feng hesitated, knowing that the Crown Prince had already become suspicious of Shen She, and the death of Xu Hengyuan might further complicate the situation. But Shen She seemed unconcerned, replying dismissively, “I have my own plans.”

Looking at the pale-faced woman who was still somewhat shaken, Shen She felt a pang of pity, but he did not show it. Instead, he said expressionlessly, "Your Highness, you have been frightened. I will have someone take you to rest immediately."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xiao looked at Shen She, who had just been ruthless in killing, now smiling at her. She felt dizzy and only wanted to get away from this place of trouble. Naturally, she followed the guards and left the place without hesitation.

However, when Xiaoxiao regained her freedom and was able to move around freely, she discovered that Lingnan had undergone earth-shattering changes.

The once bustling streets became deserted and desolate, shops closed down, and people looked on in fear and unease. A tense and fearful atmosphere permeated the streets and alleys, as if a great disaster was about to befall them.

Xiao Xiao inquired around and learned that Lingnan had been hit by floods, and the people were suffering terribly. Shen She, after personally going to the disaster relief site, had not returned.