The eldest daughter's scheming, the crown prince's exclusive favor to the venomous concubi

Bai Jianan seemed oblivious, letting the blood flow freely, and coldly stared at Yipin Hong, saying, "Isn't that it? Isn't that Miao Di's purpose? Otherwise, how do you explain what happened at Wujiang?"

Upon hearing this, Yipin Hong opened her mouth as if to say something, but upon seeing Bai Jianan's cold gaze, she instantly fell silent. A cold glint flashed in Bai Jianan's eyes, and he swung his hand, sending a palm strike towards Yipin Hong. Yipin Hong was immediately sent flying, crashing into a nearby pillar, spitting out a mouthful of blood, and then began to cough.

Bai Jianan withdrew his hand and said calmly, "Xingzhi went to Wujiang because of this, and now he has narrowly escaped death, but his whereabouts are still unknown. Jia Banwen chased after him, but was attacked on the way, and his whereabouts are still unknown."

You went to great lengths to destroy my right and left arms, just to try and cut off my wings so you could control me. Did you do this simply because you like me?

Do you think I should believe you? Poinsettia, should I call you Poinsettia or Helihong? The witch of Miao lands, or the daughter of the Miao chieftain? Even your name is fake, so why resort to such a disgusting attitude?

At this point, Bai Jianan wore a sorrowful expression. He looked coldly at Yipin Hong and said, "Hong'er, you should know that I cannot tolerate any injustice. In my eyes, your actions are tantamount to death. But since it's you, I can't bring myself to do it. So don't waste your energy; why bother?"

He sighed, his eyes filled with memories of the past, but in an instant, they vanished without a trace, and his face returned to its icy expression as he said indifferently:

"From this day forward, you are no longer a member of the Qilin Pavilion. The Qilin Pavilion Assassin's Guild is also officially separated from the Qilin Pavilion from this day forward. From now on, all your actions will not be accepted or recognized by the Qilin Pavilion."

"I don't blame you for this; I only blame myself for trusting you too much. It's all about the winner taking all the blame. But if anything happens to Yan Xingzhi and Jia Banwen, I will absolutely not let you off the hook."

Yipin Hong looked at Bai Jianan for a long while, then suddenly asked with a smile, "Why doesn't that woman come out? Aren't you afraid I'll make a move on her? Or are you already tired of her?"

Bai Jianan smiled and looked at her with amusement, saying, "You've already made your move, haven't you?"

Poinsettia remained silent, and her expression of resentment as she bit her lip betrayed her. Bai Jianan understood the answer in that instant, then smiled and continued, "However, you failed."

Yipinhong gave a desolate smile, unsure whether she should feel sorry for herself. She said, "So sure? You know, although she is quite skilled, she is still no match for me. Even if you add that woman from Lanyue Tower, she is nothing more than a grasshopper in my hand."

Upon hearing this, Bai Jianan stood up, got out of bed, and walked to her side. The black iron chains rattled as he moved. He lifted her chin, looked into her eyes, and said, "But you still failed, didn't you? This result is good, that's good."

Upon hearing this, Yipin Hong glared angrily, then suddenly laughed and looked at Bai Jianan, saying, "Yes, it is indeed good. She has the little prince of the Northwest by her side, and even the Soul-Devouring Powder in my hand couldn't kill her."

Master, you are not important to her. Even if you put all of Qilin Pavilion's wealth into her, you can't warm her heart. Why are you compromising like this?

In what way do I fall short of her? Skill? She's not even a tenth as good as me. Status? She's just a retired granddaughter of the Shangguan family, while I, a Miao witch, can help you ascend to the throne. Appearance? I think I'm superior. And my heart? My heart belongs entirely to you, Master. Why can't you choose me?"

Bai Jianan narrowed his eyes, released his grip on Yipin Hong's chin, walked back to the bedside and smiled: "Didn't the reason just now make you understand? I didn't choose you before because I was heartless to you. Now, I don't choose you because you are ungrateful. Hong'er, the relationship between you and me ends here."

As he spoke, several more loud bangs shattered the black iron chains binding him, leaving Yipin Hong dumbfounded. Bai Jianan stretched his wrists and ankles, then stood up and said:

"You think these black iron chains can bind me? Do you think I'm your pet cat? A tiger's claws may break, but they can grow back. Just because I'm not leaving doesn't mean I can't do anything. Go now, or I'll kill you right now."

Yipin Hong stood up, smoothed her loose hair, looked at Bai Jianan with undiminished affection in her eyes, and smiled, "As expected of the Pavilion Master I have chosen. However, I believe you will still marry me. I won't wait too long."

After saying that, Yipinhong left, running away as if fleeing. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she desperately held them back, afraid that she would lose control and burst into tears.

She had already endured to the limit. The man she loved didn't love her back. What else could she do? Killing that woman might be the best solution. Even if he killed her, at least she would have secured a place in his heart.

No, she couldn't cry, she absolutely couldn't cry, she couldn't let anyone see her vulnerability. She was the witch of Miao land, the future queen of Yue Kingdom. What she had to do was slowly endure everyone's suffering, always stand by Bai Jianan's side, accompany him, and look down on everything.

She's just a woman, what's so special about her? When you lose your beauty, let's see how you two will still love each other.

As Poinsettia thought this, a sinister smile bloomed on her lips, sending chills down one's spine.

After Yipin Hong left, Bai Jianan suddenly lost his balance and fell onto the bed, spitting out a mouthful of black blood. He stared at the black blood on the bed for a long time, his gaze deep and solemn. Then, he slightly tugged at the corner of his lips, revealing a bloodthirsty smile.

Father, in this life, we can never be father and son again.

After Jian Yue revealed the existence of her twin sister to Shangguan Ting, she was restless. After thinking for a while, she followed Shangguan Ting's advice and made preparations to go to the princess's residence.

To make things easier, Jian Yue summoned Xiao Cui. Before this, Xiao Cui had been following Hua Xiangrong. On that day at Lan Yue Tower, Jian Yue and Hua Xiangrong went to Qilin Pavilion and did not return for a long time. Xiao Cui then went back to the General's Mansion with the two guards from the General's Mansion.

Xiao Cui stayed close to Jian Yue, and seeing Jian Yue's tightly furrowed brows, she felt nervous and uneasy as well.

She had no idea what had happened to her mistress these past few days, and since her mistress returned today, she hadn't mentioned it to her at all. Seeing Jian Yue looking worried, she didn't dare to ask.

They arrived at the Princess's residence in a sedan chair. Jian Yue looked at the sign for the residence and said, "Xiao Cui, go and announce that I have come to the residence to see the Princess."

Xiao Cui responded and left, returning shortly afterward. Jian Yue looked at the open door, and a weight lifted from her heart.

Shangguan Ting's words still had an impact on her. If this marriage really changed, would she have to go back to the old days?

At this moment, she had to admit that Bai Jianan, in his unique way, had deeply rooted himself in Jian Yue's heart. Even if their marriage fell through, this root could never be pulled out.

He slowly walked into the Princess's residence, calmly looking at the familiar surroundings, but what he saw only increased his unease.

It was so quiet, as if their group of people were the only ones in the entire mansion, as quiet as a still night, without even the chirping of birds.

Xiao Cui looked around nervously, staying close to Jian Yue, afraid that some unavoidable danger might suddenly appear.

When Jian Yue saw the familiar and kind face of the Princess, she felt as if she were dreaming. She stared blankly at the Princess, forgetting to bow and forgetting what she should say.

"I……"

The eldest princess looked at Jianyue, a hint of heartache flashing in her eyes. She sighed, reached out her hand, and said, "Come here, child. You've had a hard time these past few days."

Jian Yue obediently walked over and was embraced by Princess Murong Yan. Feeling the warmth in her arms, Jian Yue shook her head and said, "Princess, you should know why I came here. I don't ask for anything else, I just want to know where my mother is now and whether she is well."

Upon hearing this, Murong Yan smiled and said approvingly, "Don't worry, before the incident at Qilin Pavilion, your mother had already been moved away by Nan'er. However, there are many people in the capital, and your mother's whereabouts cannot be known by others, so Nan'er sent her outside the city."

Now is not the time to meet, so don't worry. Your mother has left you a letter, saying that you will understand once you read it.

As Murong Yan spoke, she looked at Xiao Cui with a stern light in her eyes, which frightened Xiao Cui so much that she immediately lowered her head. However, she did not take a step back, and even though her legs were trembling, she remained firmly rooted to the spot.

Jian Yue said, "Princess, rest assured, this is my personal maid, I trust her."

Xiao Cui looked at Jian Yue with immediate emotion, but Murong Yan said with a smile, "Of course I know, but your mother instructed that no one else is allowed to see this letter except you."

Jian Yue nodded; she understood her mother's concerns and anxieties.

Seeing that Jian Yue was certain of Xiao Cui's existence, Murong Yan said no more. She took out a yellowed piece of paper from her sleeve, and Jian Yue took it. Murong Yan said, "I don't understand why your mother would ask me to give you this piece of paper."

"This paper looks quite old, yet it's very well preserved. However, there's not a single word on it. Could it be that you two are using some kind of code? Is there some hidden meaning?"

She looked curiously at the paper in Jian Yue's hand. She had studied the paper after she got it; it was just ordinary paper with no special features, and it couldn't be more ordinary.

But Shangguan Linglong said that this was a letter for Jian Yue, and Jian Yue would know it at a glance. She was curious about how Jian Yue would interpret the letter.