Quick Transmigration: The Cannon Fodder Female Supporting Character's Revenge

Qin Yirou, accompanied by several maids, was walking towards the courtyard where the old princess lived.

She clearly saw Xiao Yu too; her eyes lit up instantly, and she quickened her pace involuntarily.

"His Royal Highness King Xi..."

Perhaps she was walking too fast, or perhaps she tripped over something, but when she got close to Xiao Yu, Qin Yirou actually fell straight towards him.

Xiao Yu's brow twitched. Instead of reaching out to help, he took a step to the side without thinking.

Fortunately, the two maids behind Qin Yirou were quick-witted and caught her in time.

"Miss, be careful!"

Qin Yirou was helped to her feet by her maid, and the shy expression on her face was replaced by embarrassment and annoyance.

"Miss Qin, are you alright?"

Xiao Yu stood two steps away from Qin Yirou, his hands behind his back, and asked indifferently.

Qin Yirou smiled and touched her temple, saying, "I'm fine. I'm sorry for making you laugh, Your Highness."

She then asked, "Did Your Highness just come from the Princess Consort's residence? I was just about to pay my respects to her."

Xiao Yu responded, "In that case, Miss Qin, please go ahead. I have other matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first."

After saying that, he made a move to leave.

"Your Highness, please wait."

Qin Yirou stopped Xiao Yu: "Your Highness, this is my first time visiting the Western Suburbs Palace. I am not very familiar with the palace. I wonder if Your Highness could take me to see the Empress?"

She looked at Xiao Yu expectantly.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yu turned to Fang Ping behind him and said, "Fang Ping, lead the way for Miss Qin."

"Yes," Fang Ping replied immediately.

After giving his instructions, Xiao Yu said goodbye and walked past Qin Yirou.

As Qin Yirou watched Xiao Yu's departing figure, the smile on her face completely vanished.

Fang Ping extended his hand and bowed, saying, "Miss Qin, please, this servant will show you the way."

Qin Yirou turned around, gave Fang Ping a disgruntled look, and had no choice but to follow him to the old princess's courtyard.

After parting ways with Qin Yirou, Xiao Yu walked forward with his head down, preoccupied with his own thoughts.

However, he hadn't gone far when another figure appeared in front of him.

He looked up impatiently, only to find that the person blocking his way was none other than Qi Ning.

Qi Ning looked at him with a half-smile: "So that's what Your Highness has been busy with these days, it turns out you have a beautiful woman by your side."

"I……"

Xiao Yu was both surprised and delighted.

He knew that Qi Ning must have misunderstood because she saw him talking to Qin Yirou earlier.

He was about to explain when he remembered something. He quickly looked around to make sure no one was nearby, then grabbed Qi Ning and pulled her into an abandoned courtyard not far away.

Qiu Lu watched as Qi Ning was pulled away by Xiao Yu, and silently stood guard outside the door.

In the courtyard, Xiao Yu was at a loss. He could have let go of Qi Ning's hand after coming in, but he couldn't bear to let go and just kept pulling her along to explain.

"Just now, it was the fifth young lady of the Marquis of Jian'an's mansion who asked me for directions. It wasn't a beautiful lady accompanying me. Please don't misunderstand."

Qi Ning broke free from his hand, tilted her chin up, and asked him, "So what have you been busy with these past few days? Why haven't you come to see me?"

His tone carried a hint of doubt, yet also seemed to carry a sense of accusation.

Xiao Yu said, "I wanted to see you, but you haven't left the house these past few days..."

"Can't you figure something out if I don't go out?" Qi Ning interrupted him directly. "Do you expect me to come to you on my own initiative?"

"It was my fault," Xiao Yu admitted his mistake, then said, "But these past few days, Lin Xiuyi's affair has just happened. I'm afraid that if I go to you, people will find out and it will put you in danger."

Immediately afterwards, Xiao Yu wanted to express his plans and asked Qi Ning if she was willing to leave the palace.

Before he could finish speaking, Qi Ning's eyes reddened: "Your Highness, why do you have to come up with so many reasons to lie to me? If you regret it, just pretend nothing happened, and I won't bother you."

Xiao Yu hurriedly explained, "No, why would you think that? I don't regret it, and I'm not making excuses to lie to you."

He wasn't drunk at all that night. He was fully conscious when that happened, so why would he regret it?

As for finding a reason to deceive Qi Ning, that's even more impossible.

But Qi Ning didn't believe him. She said, "Really? Then I heard that Your Highness is about to marry the Princess?"

Xiao Yu was stunned for a moment because he didn't expect Qi Ning to find out about this so quickly.

Seeing his silence, Qi Ning smiled self-deprecatingly: "It really is true. In that case, let's just consider that night as a dream. I wish Your Highness and the Princess a long and happy life together!"

After saying that, Qi Ning turned and left.

"No, please listen to my explanation."

Xiao Yu reached out to pull Qi Ning, but she walked very fast, and Xiao Yu only managed to grab a piece of her sleeve before she broke free.

Without pausing for a moment, she ran out of the courtyard and left with Qiu Lu.

Xiao Yu hurriedly left the courtyard, about to chase after Qi Ning, when he heard a voice behind him call out "Your Highness".

He stopped and turned around, only to find that it was Fang Ping.

Fang Ping had just returned from escorting Qin Yirou to the old princess's place when he unexpectedly ran into Xiao Yu on the way back.

He glanced at Qi Ning and Qiu Lu's hurried departure with a puzzled look, then came to Xiao Yu's side.

"Your Highness, what are you doing here? This servant thought you had gone back first."

Xiao Yu calmed down when he saw Fang Ping.

We cannot pursue them.

The palace was crowded with people and eyes. If others saw him chasing after Qi Ning to explain and pulling at her, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Watching the direction Qi Ning left in, Xiao Yu clenched his fist inwardly.

It seems I'll have to find another opportunity to have a proper talk with Qi Ning.

But he waited for several days without finding a suitable opportunity.

Qi Ning stayed in Yunxi Pavilion for the past few days, refusing to leave, until Chu Yiyao came to find her.

"Sister Ning."

Qi Ning was lying on the rocking chair in the room, pretending to be asleep. Hearing Chu Yiyao's voice, she opened her eyes: "You're here?"

Chu Yiyao looked around at Qi Ning's residence: "Why does my sister live in such a remote place? It took me a lot of effort to get here."

"It's good to be in a secluded spot, it'll be quiet." Qi Ning said, pulling Chu Yiyao to sit on the couch.

"Are you feeling better? I wanted to visit you, but I was afraid of disturbing your time with His Majesty."

Chu Yiyao rested her elbows on the table and propped her chin up with her hand: "Sister knows perfectly well that my illness is fake, so naturally there won't be any problems."

Qi Ning observed her complexion: "But you look so listless."

Upon hearing this, Chu Yiyao's expression darkened further.

Qi Ning looked at her and guessed what was going on: "Is it because of Lin Xiuyi?"

Chu Yiyao gave a wry smile: "My sister understands me best."

"You didn't argue with His Majesty again because of Consort Lin, did you?"

"It wasn't exactly an argument, but I just felt a bit uneasy."

Qi Ning picked up the teacup on the table and took a small sip of tea: "What do you mean by that?"

Chu Yiyao looked at Qi Ning: "Does Sister know what Consort Lin said before she was sentenced to death? She said that the reason she had an affair was because His Majesty favored me the most."

"Is that why?"

Chu Yiyao sighed: "I know that it is understandable that Lin Xiuyi was executed for having an affair, but what she said is not without reason. In the end, her fate is ultimately related to me."

"Silly girl, how can this be blamed on you? You're just too kind-hearted," Qi Ning comforted her.

Chu Yiyao shook her head slightly: "Now His Majesty favors me the most, and no other concubine in the harem dares to object because those who did have been punished. The remaining concubines are of low rank and are afraid of His Majesty. But what if His Majesty marries the Empress next year? Will things still be the same then?"

"The Empress is no ordinary concubine. How could she possibly tolerate this? And when the time comes, wouldn't His Majesty want a legitimate son?"

"Therefore, I have to leave as soon as possible, which is better for everyone."

After hearing this, Qi Ning grasped Chu Yiyao's hand and said, "What you said makes sense. I know you're anxious, but some things can't be rushed. We need to follow our plan and proceed step by step."

Chu Yiyao forced a smile: "Sister is right."

"Alright, stop being so sentimental. The weather is nice today, why don't you come for a walk with me?"

Chu Yiyao naturally agreed.

Qi Ning led Chu Yiyao to the back mountain of the palace, where there were many flowers and plants. Qi Ning picked a lot of flowers and plants and put them in the basket that Qiu Lu was carrying.

Looking at the many flowers and plants that she didn't recognize or know the names of, Chu Yiyao asked with some confusion, "Why are you picking these flowers and plants, sister?"

"Don't underestimate these ordinary flowers and plants. I pick them, wash and dry them, and make them into sachets. Wearing them every day can calm the mind, soothe the nerves, reduce dryness, and help with sleep."

As she spoke, Qi Ning picked up a few flowers and handed them to Chu Yiyao: "Smell them."

Chu Yiyao leaned closer and sniffed, her eyes brightening slightly. She praised, "Sister knows so much. This smells really good."

Qi Ning smiled, put the flowers and plants back into the basket, and covered them with a handkerchief.

She said to Chu Yiyao as if it were nothing, "If you like, I'll make a sachet for you later."

"really?"

"How could this be fake? It's just that my embroidery skills are probably not as good as yours, so please don't mind."

Chu Yiyao said reproachfully, "Sister, don't make fun of me. Although I used to make a living by embroidery, your embroidery skills are probably no worse than mine. If you give me a sachet, I will definitely wear it every day. I would never complain about it."

Qi Ning lowered her eyes, a deep meaning hidden within them.

"I'll remember what you said. If you don't wear it every day, I'll be heartbroken."

"Don't worry, sister."

The two walked back chatting and laughing, but when they passed the waterside pavilion behind Yunxi Pavilion, they were stopped by someone.

"Greetings to Consort Yao, and greetings to Lady Ning."

It is Xiao Yu.

Chu Yiyao and Qi Ning exchanged a glance before speaking, "Your Highness Prince Yu, there's no need for such formalities."

Xiao Yu raised his eyes, his gaze unconsciously falling on Qi Ning.

Qi Ning looked away, not even glancing at him, her expression indifferent.

Xiao Yu felt a pang of bitterness in his heart, knowing that she was still angry with him and wouldn't even look at him.

"Why is His Highness Prince Yu here?" Chu Yiyao asked.

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