The whole family was brutally murdered? The ruthless heiress's eldest daughter went berserk aft

Murong Xuewei's eyes lit up. "General, I have an idea. Why don't I host a banquet and invite her to see if I can get some information out of her?"

Gu Ye was a little worried, "This is too dangerous. What if the *** does something to harm you?"

Murong Xuewei comforted him, "General, don't worry. When we were at the manor, the enemy tried to win me over, so I don't think they'll make a move against me so soon. We can also hold the banquet at Zuixiang Tower, where there are many people and eyes, so the enemy won't dare to act rashly. Besides, you can arrange for people to protect me secretly."

Gu Ye thought for a while and finally nodded in agreement, "Okay, we'll do it your way. But you must be careful and notify me immediately if anything unusual happens."

Murong Xuewei nodded, "I understand, General, don't worry."

After the discussion, Murong Xuewei immediately began to arrange a banquet for Xiao Wanning.

A few days later, in an elegant private room at Zuixianglou, Murong Xuewei and Xiao Wanning sat facing each other.

Xiao Wanning picked up her wine glass and said with a smile, "Madam Murong, I never expected you to invite me to this banquet. I am truly flattered."

Murong Xuewei also raised her wine glass and smiled, "You flatter me. Although we have some misunderstandings, my husband is, after all, a general of the Taichu Kingdom, and we all live in this capital, so we'll see each other all the time. The reason for hosting this banquet today is to have a good chat with you."

The two clinked glasses and drank, appearing harmonious on the surface, but each harboring their own ulterior motives.

After several rounds of drinks and dishes, Xiao Wanning suddenly put down her chopsticks and looked directly at Murong Xuewei. "Madam Murong, I always speak my mind directly, so let's stop pretending. You invited me here, I'm afraid you have another purpose?"

Murong Xuewei remained calm and asked in return, "What do you mean by that?"

Xiao Wan Ning sneered, "Murong Xue Wei, stop pretending. I know that Gu Ye led troops to the manor a few days ago, presumably to find evidence of my rebellion. I'll ask you one more time, do you want to cooperate with me?"

Murong Xuewei was silent for a moment, then asked, "If I don't cooperate, what does *** plan to do?"

A ruthless glint flashed in Xiao Wan Ning's eyes. "It's very simple. I have never liked leaving any future troubles. I will kill everyone in the Murong family, including you."

Murong Xuewei was startled by these words, but she remained calm on the surface.

She had to admire Xiao Wanning's honesty, but thinking of the hatred from her past life, a raging fire burned in Murong Xuewei's chest.

After a moment's thought, Murong Xuewei decided to play along for the time being, revealing a half-smile, "*** is indeed straightforward. In that case, there's no harm in us cooperating."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Wan Ning's eyes flashed with surprise, then a smug smile appeared on her face. "Madam Murong is indeed clever. Don't worry, as long as you cooperate, I guarantee you won't be treated unfairly."

Murong Xuewei smiled slightly, "Then thank you very much, sir. However, please explain in detail how we should cooperate."

Xiao Wan Ning looked at Murong Xue Wei, a sly glint in her eyes. "Madam Murong, we can discuss these details later. Today, how about we just enjoy a good drink?"

Murong Xuewei nodded, "Alright, then we'll rely on the princess."

The two raised their glasses and drank together, appearing harmonious on the surface, but each harboring their own thoughts.

Murong Xuewei secretly felt a chill run down her spine. "Xiao Wanning, just you wait. I will expose your scheme and avenge my past life!"

After the banquet, Murong Xuewei returned to the General's Mansion and immediately reported to Gu Ye the contents of her conversation with Xiao Wanning.

Gu Ye frowned deeply after hearing this. "Xue Wei, what you're doing is too dangerous. *** isn't easy to deal with. What if she sees through your scheme?"

Murong Xuewei comforted him, "General, don't worry. I will handle this carefully. Besides, only in this way can we keep track of Xiao Wanning's movements and find evidence of her rebellion."

Gu Ye sighed and held his wife's hand. "Xuewei, I know you're thinking of the bigger picture. But you must promise me that no matter what happens, you must ensure your own safety first."

Murong Xuewei nodded. "I understand, General. Don't worry."

Summer passed in the blink of an eye, and autumn quietly arrived. On an old locust tree in the inner courtyard of the princess's mansion, a few golden leaves drifted down with the wind.

Murong Xuewei stood in the center of the courtyard, facing Xiao Wanning, with a faint smile on her face.

"Your Highness, there is something I am unsure whether I should say." Murong Xuewei spoke softly.

Xiao Wanning raised an eyebrow, signaling her to continue.

Murong Xuewei lowered her voice and said, "The princess has entrusted the shop to Murong Lian for so long, has it yielded any results?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Wan Ning smiled faintly, "A month has passed, and there has indeed been no progress. Does Madam Murong mean she is willing to take action?"

Murong Xuewei smiled slightly, picked up the tea in front of her and drank it all in one gulp. "I would like to help you out, but I'm afraid that if I do, it will be difficult for you to explain to Murong Lian."

After hearing this, Xiao Wan Ning snorted coldly, "Explain? What do I need to explain to her? She's nothing more than a dog I keep."

Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Murong Xuewei's eyes.

Yes! In her past life, she was just like Murong Lian in this life, doing her best for Xiao Wan Ning, but in the end, she ended up with her family destroyed and her people killed.

Back then, in Xiao Wan Ning's eyes, she must have been like a dog!

Just then, footsteps came from behind.

Murong Lian quickly walked to Xiao Wan Ning's side, glanced at Murong Xue Wei, and whispered, "***, I have something important to report."

Xiao Wanning glanced at Murong Xuewei, then at Murong Lian, and said, "Xuewei, you should go back first. We'll talk another day."

Murong Xuewei bowed and turned to leave the courtyard.

After Murong Xuewei had walked away, Murong Lian said anxiously, "***, Murong Xuewei's sudden agreement to cooperate is definitely suspicious. We can't trust her!"

Xiao Wanning narrowed her eyes and said thoughtfully, "I know. You can go now, I have my own plans."

Murong Lian hesitated for a moment, then respectfully withdrew.

Xiao Wanning stood in the courtyard, watching the falling leaves, a glint of light flashing in her eyes.

As night fell, the general's mansion was brightly lit.

As soon as Murong Xuewei returned to the mansion, Gu Ye summoned her to his study.

Gu Ye sat at his desk, his expression grave, and asked, "Xue Wei, why did you suddenly decide to cooperate with ***? This is too dangerous."

Murong Xuewei walked to Gu Ye's side and said softly, "General, I want to dismantle Xiao Wanning's power from within. Only by getting close to her can we find evidence of her rebellion."

Gu Ye frowned and said, "But doing this is too risky. If the police discover your intentions, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Murong Xuewei held Gu Ye's hand and said softly, "General, don't worry. I will be careful. If anything unexpected happens, I will inform you immediately."

Gu Ye gave Murong Xuewei a deep look, and finally nodded, "Alright. But you must be careful in everything you do. If anything unusual happens, notify me immediately."