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

Xiao Wanning asked cautiously, "My lord, why do we need to kill Murong Xuewei first? Wouldn't it be faster to deal with Gu Ye directly?"

The man in black robes let out a cold laugh. "You're too naive. Gu Ye isn't so easy to deal with. We must first eliminate those around him, isolate him, and weaken his power. Murong Xuewei is not only Gu Ye's weakness but also his greatest asset. Only by eliminating her can we truly shake Gu Ye's foundation."

Xiao Wanning nodded thoughtfully. "I understand. So, what should we do next?"

The man in black robes said in a deep voice, "Continue to monitor Gu Ye's every move. At the same time, you must speed up your actions. We don't have much time left."

Xiao Wanning respectfully replied, "Yes, sir. I will certainly not let you down."

The man in black waved his hand, signaling Xiao Wanning to leave. After Xiao Wanning left, the man in black muttered to himself, "Gu Ye, Gu Ye, do you think you can hide it from everyone? I know your identity, your ambitions, everything. This time, I will destroy you completely!"

The black-robed man's voice, filled with hatred and determination, echoed in the dark chamber, sounding particularly sinister and terrifying.

Back on the frontier, Murong Xuewei sat in her room, reflecting on everything that had happened that day. She took out a small notebook and began jotting down her speculations and questions.

Why did Xiao Wan Ning want to kill me? Is there someone else behind her?

Why does Uncle Lin think I will affect Gu Ye?

What is Xiao Sining's purpose in coming to see me? Does she know something?

Are the unusual events at the border related to these things?

Murong Xuewei stared at these questions, her brows furrowed. She had a vague feeling that these seemingly unrelated matters might all point to a larger secret.

Just then, a soft knock sounded at the door. Murong Xuewei quickly hid her notebook before saying, "Come in."

The door opened, and it was Liuli. She said softly, "Madam, I've found some information."

Murong Xuewei gestured for Liuli to sit down and listened attentively.

Liuli lowered her voice and said, "Recently, several suspicious people have indeed come to the border. They were dressed as merchants, but their behavior was very strange. I secretly followed them for a while and found that they seemed to be observing the general's mansion and military camp in secret."

A sharp glint flashed in Murong Xuewei's eyes. "Have you noticed who they've been in contact with?"

Liuli shook her head. "Not yet. However, I've noticed they frequently visit a certain inn. The owner of that inn seems quite extraordinary."

Murong Xuewei nodded thoughtfully, "Alright, have someone continue to monitor them. Report any unusual activity to me immediately."

On a cold night in the border region, the wind howls, as if foreshadowing an impending storm.

Gu Ye stood in front of the military tent, gazing at the enemy camp that was faintly visible in the distance, his brows furrowed.

The situation has become increasingly tense recently, with the enemy seemingly poised to make a move, while there has been no news of reinforcements from the capital.

"Someone come here," Gu Ye said in a deep voice, "prepare pen and ink for me."

Soon, a soldier brought over writing materials. Gu Ye sat down and began writing a letter to Uncle Lin. His handwriting was firm and powerful, and his words revealed his anxiety and worry.

Uncle Lin,

The situation on the border is dire; the enemy seems poised for a major offensive. Uncle Lin, please keep a close eye on things in the capital, especially Xiao Wan Ning's movements. I have a feeling she might have some connection with the enemy.

Respectfully submitted by Gu Ye

After writing the letter, Gu Ye sealed it and handed it to his most trusted bodyguard, instructing him to "personally deliver it to Uncle Lin without fail."

The guards obeyed and left. Gu Ye breathed a sigh of relief, picked up the herbal tea beside him and took a sip. Suddenly, he felt a strange dizziness.

Gu Ye gripped the table, trying to stay awake.

"General, are you alright?" Zhang Hong, the deputy general standing beside him, asked with concern.

Gu Ye waved his hand, "It's nothing, I'm probably just too tired lately. You can go now, I'll rest for a bit."

After Zhang Hong left the military tent, Gu Ye sat in a chair and felt increasingly dizzy.

Gu Ye's consciousness began to blur, and he seemed to see the figure of Murong Xuewei before his eyes.

"Xuewei..." Gu Ye murmured to himself, staggered to his feet, and walked toward the inn where Murong Xuewei was staying.

At this moment, in a small house not far from the military camp, Sang Jiayi was pacing anxiously.

Sang Jiayi glanced out the window every now and then, as if waiting for something.

"Why is there still no news?" Sang Jiayi muttered to herself. "General Gu should have taken the medicine by now, right?"

Just then, a maid rushed in, "Madam, General Gu has left the military camp. It seems he's heading to the inn where Madam Murong is staying!"

Upon hearing this, Sang Jiayi's expression changed drastically. "What? How could this happen?" she said through gritted teeth. "That damned Murong Xuewei, she always ruins my plans!"

She pondered for a moment, then a ruthless glint flashed in her eyes. "Since that's how it is, then don't blame me for being impolite." She turned to her maid and whispered, "Go contact those people and tell them the plan has changed. Act immediately!"

Murong Xuewei was in her room at the inn, looking through the intelligence she had recently gathered.

Since the last assassination attempt, she had increased her surveillance of her surroundings. Suddenly, there was a rapid knocking on the door.

"Who?" Murong Xuewei asked warily.

"Xuewei, it's me." Gu Ye's voice came from outside the door, but it sounded somewhat weak.

Murong Xuewei quickly opened the door and saw Gu Ye with a flushed face, swaying precariously. She quickly supported him, "Gu Ye, what's wrong?"

Gu Ye stumbled into the room, leaning against Murong Xuewei. "I...I don't know. I feel hot all over, and my head is spinning..."

Murong Xuewei helped Gu Ye sit down and carefully observed his condition.

Murong Xuewei suddenly realized something, and her expression changed. "Have you been drugged?"

Gu Ye nodded with difficulty, "Maybe...maybe...I just drank a cup of tea..."

Murong Xuewei's heart tightened, and she immediately realized the seriousness of the matter.

Murong Xuewei hurriedly called Liuli, "Quickly, go find a doctor!"

Liuli accepted the order and left, while Murong Xuewei began to wipe Gu Ye's sweat.

When Murong Xuewei's hand touched Gu Ye's skin, she felt a burning sensation.

Gu Ye suddenly grabbed her hand, looking at her with dazed eyes, "Xue Wei... I... I feel so bad..."

Murong Xuewei's heart skipped a beat, filled with both heartache and worry. She softly comforted her, "Don't be afraid, the doctor will be here soon."

However, as time passed, Liuli still did not return.

Gu Ye's condition seemed to be getting worse; his breathing became rapid, and his eyes were filled with pain and longing.

"Xuewei..." Gu Ye murmured, then suddenly pulled Murong Xuewei close and kissed her lips.

Murong Xuewei was startled and instinctively tried to push him away, but Gu Ye's strength was surprisingly great.

Murong Xuewei felt Gu Ye's burning aura, and a ripple of emotion stirred within her.

Murong Xuewei knew that this was the effect of the drug, but she could not resist the emotions welling up inside her.

"Gu Ye, you...you need to wake up..." Murong Xuewei said with difficulty, but her voice had already begun to tremble.

Gu Ye's kiss deepened, and his hands began to wander.