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"Yin Pan'er definitely knew, but she had reasons she couldn't tell us, so she didn't tell us! Do you think Yin Pan'er would hurt Night Cat?"

Da Lei nodded as he listened to Xiao Ce's words.

"That's true... However, I think the Princess probably had no choice but to do many things."

Xiao Ce nodded after hearing Da Lei's words.

He then said, "That's true, but after I see Yin Pan'er, I'll know everything..."

After hearing Xiao Ce's words, Da Lei smiled broadly and said, "My lord, have you made up your mind?"

Xiao Ce nodded to Da Lei: "That's right, I've already thought it through... You're right, sometimes I overthink things, I'm too rational. And often, relationships between men and women can't be viewed rationally."

Seeing Xiao Ce say this, Da Lei's expression became even happier.

"Sir, it seems I haven't been wasting my time listening to your advice, since you think this way."

Just as the two were talking, Boudica and Eliza came over happily.

After the two approached, Xiao Ce said to Boudica, "Does Boudica have any news about Yin Pan'er?"

Boudica listened to Xiao Ce's words with a smile, then said, "What can't be hidden from you..."

He was already used to Xiao Ce's ability to see into her heart and her thoughts.

Xiao Ce smiled and did not interrupt.

Eliza, standing nearby, said to Xiao Ce, "Lord Ce, we've investigated. After Acting Secretary Yin Pan'er met with King William, he arranged for her to be stationed in Heisenberg..."

"Since being assigned there, she hasn't come out again. And since you arrived, the number of royal guards at Heisenberg's residence, under Acting Secretary Yin Pan'er's supervision, has been urgently increased..."

Then Eliza turned to Xiao Ce and said, "By the way, Lord Ce, after you left William's Royal Castle yesterday, William Barton and Queen Millie went to see Acting Secretary Yin and talked for a long time. However, Queen Millie didn't get out of her carriage the entire time..."

After hearing Eliza's words, Xiao Ce said with some surprise, "Grandma Eliza, you even know this?"

Eliza smiled and said, "This is all thanks to Miss Boudica. Although I have some informants, their investigation capabilities are still limited..."

"Actually, Miss Boudica's appearance yesterday and the things she did brought back all those old friends who had been ostracized by Sion Michelle."

"They all provided information, so we still managed to get quite a bit of information..."

After listening, Xiao Ce nodded.

Before he could speak, Boudica said to Xiao Ce, "Ce, those guards shouldn't be able to stop you, right..."

Seeing that Boudica seemed even more anxious than him, Xiao Ce said, "I'll go find the Shadow Guards and investigate first."

Boudica nodded: "I suggest you don't tell them beforehand. Because if you do, she definitely won't agree to come see you..."

After listening to Boudica's words, Xiao Ce nodded in agreement.

"Alright, Boudica, you don't need to worry too much... I'll take care of things from now on, okay? I have my own plans..." Xiao Ce said to Boudica with a smile.

Boudica nodded happily, then said to Xiao Ce, "Ce, there's one more thing. The patriarch of the Sion family, Sion Capo, is on his way, saying he requests to see me..."

Xiao Ce said to Boudica, "Oh, is it to request an audience?"

Boudica nodded, then said to Xiao Ce, "That's right, they are requesting an audience! But they informed us through Targaryen Isa..."

“You’re right, Ce. These people are very profit-driven… They told Targaryen Isa that they agree with her actions. They’re also shocked by what Zion Michelle did. They’ve probably come here to apologize to me… to show their sincerity…”

Xiao Ce said to Boudica, "However, be careful. This might not be their true intention. Once they arrive, be wary that their goal might be to get close to you..."

Boudica nodded. "Okay, that's good. So, I'll arrange for Targaryen Isa to meet with them first. We'll stay in the shadows and see what they're talking about behind their backs before deciding on our next move..."

Xiao Ce nodded after listening to Boudica's words.

Boudica has indeed become much smarter, and she has started to do things much more systematically...

Xiao Ce said to Boudica, "Boudica, you did a good job..."

Seeing Boudica looking at him, Xiao Ce said to her, "What's wrong? Do you need my help?"

Boudica smiled and nodded: "That's right, Ce, can you come with me?"

Xiao Ce smiled and then said, "Of course. This isn't just your problem. It may seem like I'm helping you, but I'm actually helping myself..."

Boudica understood the unspoken meaning behind Xiao Ce's words.

She looked at Xiao Ce with a hint of gratitude.

Xiao Ce looked at Boudica's expression, smiled helplessly, and then said, "Don't make that face. I should be thanking you for this, not the other way around..."

After exchanging pleasantries, the two went to find Targaryen Isabella and William Barton.

A bodyguard was also accompanying the two of them.

This shadow guard was the one who tamed them, although there were no problems with that now.

However, the shadow guard still checks on him from time to time to see if there are any problems with his control.

Fortunately, after checking, it was confirmed that there was no problem.

The two saw Xiao Ce and Boudica approaching.

He rose very respectfully.

Without a word, Boudica turned to Targaryen Isa and asked, "Isa, when will the Zion family members you mentioned arrive...?"

Targaryen Isa said to Boudica, "Lady Boudica, they should arrive this afternoon. They'll keep us informed once they get here..."

Boudica listened to Targaryen Isa and then said, "Alright, when they arrive, go see them first. I want to know what they're up to... I'll be watching from the shadows; you go and probe them..."

Targaryen Isa nodded, then looked as if she had something to say but didn't say it.

Boudica said to Targaryen Isa, "Just say what your question is..."

Targaryen Isa said to Boudica, "Lady Boudica, could you please send some men to protect me...?"

After listening to Targaryen Isa's words, Boudica laughed and said, "What? Are you afraid they'll assassinate you?"

Targaryen Isa gave an awkward smile and nodded: "Yes, Zion Capo, my maternal grandfather. My mother was his most prized daughter, and his greatest asset. I always felt that he came to see me this time to assassinate me..."

Boudica glanced at Xiao Ce, as if asking a question.

Xiao Ce then said to Targaryen Isa, "Okay, no problem. But don't worry. Since he dared to come in person, he won't kill you..."

Targaryen Isa nodded and remained silent.

Just then, Xiao Ce said to William Cam, "By the way, does your father have any other plans?"

William Cam nodded: "Lord Ce, didn't I report to you before? He's now planning to play both sides, acting like a fence-sitter. After you left yesterday, he decided to go see Agent Yin, supposedly wanting to benefit from both... However, I don't know how their meeting went last night... because I wasn't there..."

After listening to William Cam's words, Xiao Ce sneered, "He really is a genius. He thinks everyone else is an idiot, and he's the only smart one..."

William Cam smiled ingratiatingly at Xiao Ce and said, "Lord Ce, you're quite good. However, my father is still inquiring about you... He seems to remember you quite well, but we didn't say anything, just said we didn't know..."

Boudica chimed in, "They do have some sense..."

William Cam smiled and said to Boudica, "Thank you for the compliment, Lady Boudica..."

Boudica glanced at William Cam, then said, "Don't flatter me like that. I'm saying your father has some discernment; he can tell who has real talent..."

William Cam looked embarrassed when Boudica said that, then chuckled and nodded.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Eliza walked to the door and saw the servant she had brought.

After the servant whispered a few words in Eliza's ear.

Eliza then said to Boudica, "Miss Boudica, there's someone at the door looking for you. It's someone from the Sion family..."

Boudica said to Targaryen Isa, "Then go see her... I'll arrange a room for you and send people to protect you..."

Targaryen Isa nodded respectfully and then went to the door.

Xiao Ce and Boudica went to a reception room and hid in a dark corner.

After Targaryen Issa and William Cam went outside, they immediately saw an old butler by the door.

This old butler was a close confidant of Zion Capo.

After Targaryen Issa stepped forward, the old butler bowed to her.

“Miss Isa, the head of the family has already entered Lundini City... I wonder if he can come over.”

Targaryen Isa said to the old butler, "Of course, let Grandpa do it."

The old butler said to Targaryen Issa, "Princess Issa, I mean, could we go and see Miss Boudica?"

Targaryen Isa nodded: "Of course, but before that, I'd like to go see Grandpa alone. Sister Boudica just left. Go and call Grandpa over!"

After listening to Targaryen Isa's words, the old butler nodded and then left.

He told Targaryen Isa to wait a moment, as Zion Capord was nearby.

Targaryen Isa only waited a short while.

Then came Zion Capo, with his white hair, wrinkled face, but radiant spirit.

They simply brought two servants with them.

Targaryen Isa looked at Zion Capor and bowed.

"Grandpa!"

Zion Capo showed no anger, but rather a kind expression.

"Isa, you've been wronged..."

After hearing Zion Capo's words, Targaryen Isa said, "Grandpa, you don't blame me?"

Zion Capo gave a wry smile and shook his head.

"of course not!"

Zion Capo didn't continue, then said to Targaryen Isa, "Isn't it inappropriate for Isa to speak from here..."

Targaryen Isa nodded: "Of course! Grandfather, I've already made arrangements in the castle... Please come in..."

"Isn't Miss Boudica here?" Sion Capo asked.

Targaryen Isa nodded, then said, "Yes, Miss Boudica isn't here right now; they went out early this morning. That's why I dared to be alone with you for a while..."

Zion Capo nodded, but didn't reply.

At this moment, the servants arranged by Eliza bowed to Targaryen Eliza.

Then he told Targaryen Isa that the reception room she had ordered was ready.

Then Targaryen Isa said to Zion Capo, "Grandpa, please..."

Zion Capo said to Targaryen Isa, "Isa, would you like to search us...?"

Targaryen Issa really did want to search her.

However, Xiao Ce and Boudica had just told her not to do that.

That's why she did it...

Targaryen Isa said to Zion Capo, "Grandpa, what are you talking about... How could I think such a thing... I would never do such a thing... You should know, what I did before... I..."

Zion Capo didn't wait for the Targaryen to finish speaking.

He interrupted Targaryen Isa's explanation with a smile: "Isa, you don't need to explain... I trust you... Lead the way."

Targaryen Isa nodded to Zion Capor.

He then stopped talking.

After arriving at that reception room...

Targaryen Isa sent everyone away.

After they left, soon only a few of them remained in the reception room.

Targaryen Isa then said to Zion Capo, "Grandfather, please punish me. I had no choice but to shoot my mother... I truly had no other option. If there had been even the slightest possibility, I wouldn't have done it..."

Seeing the guilty look on Targaryen Isa's face, Zion Capo quickly waved his hand, "Isa, I understand you!!"