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

Murong Xuewei's heart tightened. If the Imperial Guards found them here, it would be really hard to explain.

Murong Xuewei turned to look at Gu Ye, gritted her teeth, and said, "Gu Ye, we need to get out of here quickly. Take me somewhere to hide."

Gu Ye nodded and, without saying a word, picked up Murong Xuewei in his arms.

Gu Ye turned to Liu Li and said, "Go to the banquet first and try to calm Xiao Wan Ning down. Don't let her become suspicious."

Liuli responded and turned to run towards the banquet hall.

Gu Ye carried Murong Xuewei and tiptoed deeper into the palace.

Gu Ye seemed very familiar with the palace's layout and quickly found a hidden passage.

"It should be safe here," Gu Ye said softly, putting Murong Xuewei down.

Murong Xuewei had just steadied herself when she suddenly felt a wave of heat wash over her.

Murong Xuewei's expression changed, knowing that the effects of the medicine that she had suppressed with cold water were starting to take hold again.

“Gu Ye…” Murong Xuewei’s voice trembled slightly, and she leaned weakly against Gu Ye.

Gu Ye quickly helped her up and asked worriedly, "What's wrong? Did the medication cause another reaction?"

Murong Xuewei nodded, her face flushed an unnatural red.

Murong Xuewei grabbed Gu Ye's collar, her voice trembling with confusion: "It's so hot...it feels so uncomfortable..."

Gu Ye's heart tightened; he knew things were not going well.

Gu Ye was wondering what to do when he suddenly felt Murong Xuewei's hands groping him inappropriately.

"Xuewei, you..." Gu Ye was about to say something when he felt Murong Xuewei's face come close to his.

Gu Ye quickly turned his head to dodge, while grabbing Murong Xuewei's hand at the same time.

He knew that Murong Xuewei was under the influence of the drug and not fully conscious, so he couldn't take advantage of her vulnerability.

"Xuewei, wake up," Gu Ye said softly, his tone tinged with helplessness.

Murong Xuewei shook her head, her voice tinged with grievance: "I know very well... I know who you are..."

As she spoke, Murong Xuewei snuggled into Gu Ye's arms again, wanting to get closer to him.

Gu Ye was stunned for a moment after hearing what she said.

In that brief moment of distraction, Murong Xuewei seized the opportunity to wrap her arms around his neck.

Gu Ye came to his senses and wanted to push Xue Wei away, but he was afraid that he would hurt Murong Xue Wei if he used too much force.

Just as Gu Ye hesitated, Murong Xuewei leaned in and gently touched his lips.

This startled Gu Ye awake. He picked up Xue Wei and rushed out of the secret passage in three quick steps.

"I need to find water quickly!" Gu Ye thought to himself, looking around.

Soon, Gu Ye saw a small pond not far away.

Without saying a word, Gu Ye jumped down with Murong Xuewei in his arms.

The icy water instantly enveloped the two of them, and Murong Xuewei was so startled by the sudden chill that she choked on her water.

It was only then that Gu Ye remembered that Murong Xuewei didn't seem to be able to swim.

Gu Ye quickly pulled Murong Xuewei in front of him, wanting to help her.

However, Murong Xuewei choked badly and couldn't breathe for a moment. Seeing this, Gu Ye gritted his teeth and made a bold decision.

Gu Ye gently lifted Murong Xuewei's chin and then slowly moved closer.

In her dazed state, Murong Xuewei felt something soft touch her lips, followed by a warm current.

Gu Ye carefully made his way across, afraid of hurting Murong Xuewei. Fortunately, Murong Xuewei recovered quickly and slowly opened her eyes.

The two looked at each other, both at a loss for words. Gu Ye quickly let go of Murong Xuewei and turned his head away awkwardly.

Murong Xuewei, however, paid no attention to any of this. The cool pool water sobered her up considerably, and the effects of the drug had mostly worn off.

Murong Xuewei couldn't help but chuckle as she looked at Gu Ye's bright red ear tips.

“Gu Ye,” Xue Wei called softly, “thank you.”

Gu Ye turned his head and saw Murong Xuewei's clear eyes, then breathed a sigh of relief.

Gu Ye smiled and said, "It's good that you're alright. Let's get ashore."

The two swam to the shore. Gu Ye climbed up first, then reached out and pulled Murong Xuewei up.

Murong Xuewei then realized that her clothes were soaked through and clung tightly to her body, making her look somewhat unseemly. Murong Xuewei felt a little embarrassed and pulled her clothes closer together.

Seeing this, Gu Ye quickly took off his coat and draped it over Xue Wei.

He turned and left. A short while later, Gu Ye returned with a brand new set of women's clothing and handed it to Murong Xuewei.

"You should change into these first! Don't catch a cold."

Murong Xuewei took the clothes and said to Gu Ye, "Turn around first."

Gu Ye nodded and turned his back. Murong Xuewei quickly changed her clothes and tidied her appearance.

"Alright," Murong Xuewei said softly.

Gu Ye turned around and was taken aback when he saw the completely transformed Murong Xuewei. He smiled and said, "Let's go, it's time to go back to the banquet."

Xue Wei nodded and followed Gu Ye towards the banquet hall. On the way, she couldn't help but say, "Gu Ye, I didn't mean to just now, it was the effect of the drug..."

Gu Ye pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "I know."

Murong Xuewei was taken aback and asked, "Aren't you angry?"

Gu Ye shook his head. "No, you are my wife. It is only right that I save you."

Upon hearing this, Murong Xuewei felt a sense of emptiness in her heart for some reason.

Recalling the kiss underwater, Murong Xuewei raised her hand and touched her lips.

It feels like something is taking root and starting to sprout in my heart.

Just then, the two arrived at the entrance of the banquet hall. Gu Ye stopped and said to Murong Xuewei, "Your poisoning this time is no small matter. You must be extremely careful when you go inside."

Murong Xuewei nodded: "I know. Gu Ye, don't worry, I'll be careful."

Gu Ye gave Murong Xuewei a deep look, then took her hand and led her to his seat.

The moment they sat down, they felt countless gazes directed at them. Xiao Wan Ning sat on the upper seat, her face terribly gloomy.

"General Gu, this is the imperial palace. Isn't it inappropriate for you and Madam Murong to be acting like this?" Xiao Sining said sarcastically, her eyes falling on Gu Ye and Murong Xuewei's tightly clasped hands.

If it weren't for the issue of their identities, Xiao Sining would have wanted to kick Murong Xuewei aside and stand next to Gu Ye herself.

Murong Xuewei struggled to get Gu Ye to let go, but Gu Ye only tightened his grip.

Gu Ye smiled faintly and said, "My wife and I are a married couple who have already sworn allegiance to heaven and earth, so I don't think anyone will have anything to say!"

Xiao Sining snorted coldly, glaring at Murong Xuewei, "Truly shameless?"

Seeing that Gu Ye was holding her hand so tightly, Murong Xuewei also had the idea of ​​breaking free.

Murong Xuewei said calmly, "Your Highness is right. Those who covet other women's husbands are indeed shameless."

Xiao Sining angrily threw the cup in her hand at Murong Xuewei, "Who are you calling a for?"

Murong Xuewei subconsciously raised her hand to block, but did not feel the expected pain. When she lowered her hand, she saw that the cup was being held by Gu Ye.

Gu Ye applied only a little force, and the cup shattered instantly.

Xiao Sining looked at Gu Ye with some heartache, "Gu Ye, your hand..."

The Emperor suddenly spoke up: "Alright, now that everyone is here, let's continue the banquet."

Everyone then turned their attention away and resumed their toasts and conversation. But secretly, many people were still secretly observing Gu Ye and Xue Wei.