Marrying a concubine and swallowing her dowry? The mistress turns around and marries a high-ranking

Chapter 635

Therefore, ever since she left the palace, she has actually been trying to find a way out for herself in this deadly place.

She didn't want to stand on either side; she only hoped that one day she could escape this predicament, leave Ancheng far away, and live a life that belonged to her own.

If she were alone, it would be easier to handle, but unfortunately, she has a younger sister in Huo Tingsheng's hands.

She could never abandon Xue Kui; even if she were to leave, she would have to take Xue Kui with her.

However, Huo Tingsheng is pressing her so urgently that she doesn't have time to slowly plan how to rescue Xue Kui.

Xue Qian returned to the Seventh Prince's residence and found that the Seventh Prince's wife was waiting for her there.

Her heart tightened, and she awkwardly stepped forward to bow.

"Your Highness, is there something you need from me?"

Shen Lingjun didn't ask her what she had gone to the palace for, but his gaze fell on the wound on her forehead.

"Should I have someone treat the wound on Consort Xue's forehead?"

Xue Qian was so preoccupied with her own thoughts that she had completely forgotten about the injury on her forehead.

In the palace, these bloodstains from kowtowing were considered the least serious injuries, nothing to worry about. To have such an injury meant one had survived, even if only temporarily, which was something to be thankful for.

Xue Qian subconsciously touched her forehead and quickly said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. It's just a little scratch. I'll have the maid apply some medicine and it'll be fine."

Shen Lingjun followed her lead and continued to ask, "What has happened to Consort Xue? Does she need any help from the manor?"

Xue Qian was stunned for a moment.

That's a question...

She was sent to monitor Huo Jinghuai, and this Seventh Prince's residence was the source of her problem. Yet, the Seventh Prince's wife asked her if she needed any help.

Judging from the other person's expression, they were clearly serious in their question, and there was no hint of gloating, mockery, or scheming.

It seemed like they genuinely wanted to help her.

Looking back, Xue Qian realized that the Seventh Prince's Consort had always been calm and composed towards her, never responding to her provocations.

Although we were on opposing sides, I never showed her any hostility.

She even sensed a hint of pity in the Seventh Prince's wife's gaze.

It was as if everything she did was being looked down upon from above by the other party.

A wave of sadness washed over Xue Qian.

"I'm sorry to have troubled you, Your Highness. I'm fine."

Shen Lingjun looked at her and said, "Taking care of the concubines in the mansion is my responsibility as the principal wife. Concubine Xue, you don't have to bear everything on your own. If you need anything, you can come to me at any time."

Her voice was calm and gentle, like a breeze that soothed the soul, causing Xue Qian to look up at her.

But in the end, he gave a bitter smile to himself and shook his head.

"Thank you, Your Highness, I am deeply grateful."