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

This was no lie. He didn't know why he felt a pang of heartache, but the feeling came so suddenly and was uncontrollable, and he didn't seem to want to control it.

Upon hearing Bai Jianan's words, Jian Yue stiffened for a moment, then slowly relaxed, her attitude softening considerably, and her aura of unapproachability vanished.

Bai Jianan suddenly looked up, his eyes filled with grievance as he gazed at Jian Yue and said, "But what if you use me and then kick me aside?"

Jian Yue was stunned, not understanding why Bai Jianan changed his expression so quickly. What was he trying to do with this "you're bullying me" look?

She really didn't understand.

She paused for a moment, then said, "Does the Qilin Pavilion Master really lack confidence? I did sell my body, but it was because what I wanted was more important than my life, so the purity of my body doesn't seem so important."

As for me, though I am not a man, I am a person who keeps my promises. Once my great undertaking is accomplished, I will naturally join your ranks without any objection. And since you, sir, possess the Qilin Pavilion, why would you be afraid that a mere illegitimate daughter like me would go back on my word?

As for your concern about the so-called heir of the Marquis of Qingyan, that's completely unnecessary. I am not an unjust person. If the heir of the Marquis of Qingyan is a loyal and virtuous man, I would certainly not marry him and harm innocent people.”

Bai Jianan sighed. His heart softened once again because of this resolute woman. How could he not worry? He was the heir of the Marquis of Qingyan. If she didn't marry him, who would he marry?

Thinking about this, he pondered for a moment and suddenly felt that if he were to marry the eldest daughter of the Qiu family, it would be better to marry this extraordinary woman in front of him who could change so many times. The pleasures of their bedroom in the future would be more interesting.

He said softly, "You don't plan to get married? How do you explain the heir of the Marquis of Qingyan? Do you dislike him because he is disabled? Or, as you said, are you judging people by their appearance?"

Jian Yue was taken aback, not understanding why Bai Jianan would ask such a question, but still said, "Disdain? Young master, that's too much to say. With my background, how could I possibly disdain someone who is a prince?"

Putting aside the fact that we've never met, and that we've never had any connection whatsoever, it's not even certain whether we have such a destiny. How could I possibly think about all that?

Bai Jianan was surprised, a faint smile appearing in his eyes: "Why can't you think about it? If you really want to go against the Qiu family, marrying the heir of the Marquis of Qingyan will naturally be more beneficial than harmful. You can whisper in his ear, and with your beauty, you can easily win him over, right?"

"It is indeed easy to get, but all of this depends on the fact that the prince is a treacherous and lecherous man. After all, if the prince is not a decent human being, I will not care about anything, will I?"

On the contrary, if that prince is a righteous person, and those rumors are just a facade, then even if I did that, wouldn't everyone see through me? How many lives do you think I have, young master?"

Jian Yue explained it clearly, and Bai Jianan understood it as well, which made him admire the woman's high level of wisdom.

Jian Yue was even more curious. She couldn't understand why this person, who was clearly the supreme master of the Qilin Pavilion and a legendary figure, was acting like a villain, sowing discord on this trip. What was his purpose? She couldn't figure it out.

"I think that the fate of a beautiful woman is quite rare, comparable to that of a cat demon. Otherwise, how could I have become so deeply entangled in it and unable to extricate myself?"

As Bai Jianan spoke, his hand gestures became even more suggestive. He wanted to know how many more women in front of him could still amaze him.

Or rather, how much more could she endure? He wanted to make love to her right now, but he felt it was inappropriate. After much deliberation and rejecting countless ideas, he suddenly realized that there was no better way for her to marry him.

Jian Yue remained silent and motionless, merely watching the man's actions with cold eyes. She parted her lips slightly and said, "The Qiu family's speed is not bad. Even if the young master feels that the spring night is too short, there is no time to linger here any longer."

Bai Jianan was taken aback, then his ears twitched. He then looked at Jian Yue with a smile, the cunning in his eyes making one's heart itch.

Unconsciously, Bai Jianan reached out and pinched Jian Yue's cheek, pulling it left and right.

Jian Yue was a little dazed and annoyed by the tugging. Bai Jianan had already let go of her, and then with a somersault, he climbed onto the roof beam. Jian Yue looked up and saw that the roof tiles seemed to move on their own, flying and creating a huge hole. The man used his lightness skill to fly straight up and disappeared without a trace, and the tiles returned to their original place.

Jian Yue blinked, a hint of worry in her eyes.

This person is unfathomable, comes and goes freely, yet seeks nothing. Why is that?

"boom!"

With a loud crash, Jian Yue snapped out of her daze and saw that her door had been smashed open. A dozen or so guards from the manor rushed in, and Xiao Cui, looking flustered, rushed in from among the guards at an astonishing speed and angle. Before the guards could react, she grabbed a quilt and wrapped Jian Yue up tightly.

Jian Yue: ...

Girl, calm down. Your mistress hasn't taken off her clothes, and there's a gauze curtain between us. There's really no need for this.

Xiao Cui completely ignored Jian Yue's gaze, only desperately trying to wink at her. She then hugged Jian Yue tightly and began to wail loudly, leaving Jian Yue stunned.

"Miss, why is your life so miserable! The people here don't treat us like human beings. It's one thing for me to be a servant, but you are the master's own daughter. Even if you grew up in the manor, you are still the master's flesh and blood."

The master and mistress took her back with pity, but these guards have treated Miss so badly. Miss, we can't tolerate this! If word gets out that this has ruined your reputation, how will you ever get married? Miss, let's go find the master and demand an explanation from him.”

As Xiao Cui spoke, tears streaming down her face, she glared fiercely at the crowd at the door. Her imposing presence, even through the gauze curtain, left those outside at a loss for words. Jian Yue stared in disbelief, thinking, "Good heavens! Girl, are you really my Xiao Cui? Have you been possessed? Or is someone else in disguise?"

However, Jian Yue could tell at a glance whether it was Xiao Cui or not. In the martial arts world today, who else could match Hua Xiangrong's skin-changing skills?

With a shift in her gaze, Jian Yue suddenly became docile and affectionate, her eyes glistening with tears. Looking at the guards at the door, her eyes were filled with fear as she timidly shrank into Xiao Cui's arms, making soft sobbing sounds.

Xiao Cui immediately gave her young mistress a big thumbs up.

The two worked together seamlessly. Jian Yue said weakly, "Xiaocui, I'm so scared. Shall we go back to the manor? Staying here will only cause trouble for Father."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Cui cried out, "Miss, we've finally come back, why do you want to go back? Do you remember how you longed for Master day and night back in the manor, always wanting to be by his and Madam's side to fulfill your filial duties? But now that your wish has come true, you are being disturbed by such unbearable events. It's truly a tragedy that Heaven is blind."

"Waaah~ Xiao Cui, stop talking. This is my fate. I shouldn't have come back. I've brought shame upon my father. Let me die! So that my father can live up to his name."

"Oh! Miss, please don't! How can you do this to the master who raised you!"

Pfft! Jian Yue almost burst out laughing. The old man who gave birth to her... why does that word sound so strange?

The master and servant put on a tearful act, culminating in a tearful tug-of-war that seemed almost real. Even the menacing searchers, who had initially come to investigate without flinching, were now completely bewildered.

The thought of his men barging into a woman's boudoir was indeed damaging to her reputation. Although she was an unpopular girl, she was still the master's own daughter, and was to be betrothed to the princess's household. If word got out, then...

Upon realizing this, the leading guard broke out in a cold sweat. He hesitated for a moment, then bowed and said, "It is my fault. Please forgive me, Miss. We were just following orders to thoroughly investigate the thieves who broke into the mansion."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Cui suddenly screamed, "Thief? What thief? Do you think my young lady is a thief?"

"I……"

"How dare you speak? What do you take my young lady for? You think you can just forgive her with a simple apology? Do you think my young lady's boudoir is a vegetable market where you accidentally stepped on a rotten cabbage and then pretended not to see it?"

"My poor young lady is already so gentle and timid, and now she has to suffer like this from you servants. I'd like to ask you, sir, is this the rule of our household? How am I supposed to get married in the future?"

The leader was scolded and was at a loss for what to do. His face turned ashen, but he couldn't bring himself to attack Xiao Cui. They were in the wrong today, and if they made another move, they would probably never have a peaceful day in the manor again.

Thinking it over, he decisively turned around and quickly told the people behind him to summon the master. He then chased the rest of the people away. Just as he was about to turn and leave, he saw Xiao Cui point at him and say:

"Where are you going? Don't move, none of you! I'm talking to you all, stand still! What? You think this is the end of it? How can that be?"

"The master will be here soon. If you change locations, there will be no evidence. What if you deny offending my young lady's reputation? Don't think I'm alone and can't see what you're all doing. Let me tell you, my eyes are sharp. I know exactly where you were standing."

The leader, having reached his limit, had no choice but to say to Xiao Cui, "We did indeed offend Miss, but it was understandable. I have already called the master, and he saw nothing. Young lady, you..."

"Hey! What else do you want to see? Do you think you can see my young lady standing naked in front of you? You are so filthy and vulgar. My young lady is a precious lady and is now the master's favorite. For you to stand in her boudoir like this is already an intrusion, unreasonable, disturbing, and despicable act. And you actually say you didn't see anything."