Phoenix Cries Across the World: The Cold-Hearted Princess is Too Alluring

They say that like master, like servant, so I wonder if Guozi is one of those people.

No, no, no, that wouldn't happen. Mu Zi dismissed the thought as soon as it crossed her mind. This fruit is so cute, how could it do such a thing?

However, appearances can be deceiving, and his princess doesn't seem like the type to do such a thing.

Thinking this way, Mu Zi's gaze towards the fruit changed somewhat.

Perhaps noticing Mu Zi's gaze, Guo Zi frowned in confusion. Just as she was about to walk towards Mu Zi, she saw Mu Zi turn around and run away in fear.

Guozi stopped in her tracks, her face filled with disbelief.

Was it just her imagination?

……

In the cell, Chu Yingge stared into deep thought at the rat that had already been declared dead.

Sure enough, in ancient times, when everything was underdeveloped, Western medical technology was of no use.

All the mice in this basket died from infected wounds because there was no suture thread or professional disinfectant alcohol.

Moreover, ancient anesthetic techniques were not feasible.

Thinking of this, Chu Yingge felt a deep sense of powerlessness. She took off her gloves, wiped her scalpel clean and put it in the medical kit, and carried a basket of dead rats to the door.

"anyone there?"

"Coming, coming. What are your orders, Your Highness?" In front of Chu Yingge, Zhang Yi reverted to his usual obsequious and ingratiating manner.

Chu Yingge frowned and lifted the basket in her hand forward: "Take it and throw it away."

"Oh, okay." Zhang Yi felt a chill run down his spine as he trembled as he took the basket of dead rats, instantly feeling a chill run down his spine.

"Does Your Highness have any further instructions?"

"temporarily unavailable."

"Then do we still need rats?"

"No need for now."

Chu Yingge leaned against the cell door, looking at Zhang Yi's expression and sizing him up.

She's not stupid. It would be understandable if she didn't notice it at first, but if she still can't notice it now, then that's really unacceptable.

The people in front of me are our own.

"Tell me, why are you so concerned about me, a prisoner?" Chu Yingge asked tentatively, her arms crossed.

Zhang Yi swallowed hard, his fawning expression becoming even more pronounced: "No matter what, the Princess is still the Princess, so of course I have to take extra care of her."

"Is that so?" Chu Yingge sneered: "The Seventh Prince is a prince in name only. He has the title of prince but no real power. No one will take him seriously. Besides, I am now accused of plotting against the Empress Dowager. Do you really care? It would be merciful if you didn't kick me while I was down."

These words hit the nail on the head.

Zhang Yi's ingratiating expression gradually disappeared. He looked around to make sure no one else was there before moving closer to Chu Yingge.

"Since the princess has already noticed, then don't make a fuss. I am indeed the prince's person."

Chu Yingge truly hadn't expected that Mu Ziyuan's influence had already infiltrated the Heavenly Prison. After all, the Heavenly Prison should have been filled with Mu Jingyu's men.

It seems her man is far more capable than she imagined.

However, just to be on the safe side, she still needed to take some action.

"From now on, everything concerning me will be handled according to normal procedures, without any favoritism or abuse of power."

"This... I'm afraid it's not a good idea," Zhang Yi said, somewhat troubled.

The higher-ups had given clear instructions: if anything happened to the princess, he would lose his head.

"His Highness repeatedly instructed us to take good care of the Princess."

"From now on, you don't need to tell the prince the truth about me. Everything I did in the prison and everything you reported will be subject to my review."

"This……"

"Is it that difficult?" Chu Yingge's voice was cold: "If you disagree, I don't mind whispering in the prince's ear. Do you think the prince will believe you or me?"

"Of course I trust you, Your Highness," Zhang Yi replied without hesitation.

Chu Yingge shrugged: "In that case, do you think you have any other choice?"

"Alright then, I'll listen to the Princess." Zhang Yi said through gritted teeth.

He had heard from Mu Zi that the prince cared most about the princess, so listening to the princess was definitely the right thing to do.

Watching Zhang Yi's departing figure, Chu Yingge finally breathed a sigh of relief.

She knew that Mu Ziyuan's personality wouldn't allow him to stand idly by, but this prison was Mu Jingyu's place, so it would be easy for him to discover something.

If Mu Jingyu discovers Zhang Yi's identity, Mu Ziyuan's situation will be extremely dangerous.

Between the husband and wife, one of them has to be protected.

She's already in prison, so the only person who can be protected is Mu Ziyuan.

……

Whether Chu Yingge's life in prison was comfortable or not is unknown, but Lin Wan's life in Lianxi Palace was much more pleasant.

With Chu Yingge no longer an eyesore, Lin Wan was in an exceptionally good mood and actually gave Yun Nuo three doses of medicine in a row, which was unprecedented.

Lying on the chaise lounge, Lin Wan leisurely ate grapes, thoroughly enjoying herself.

Yun Nuo stood to the side, but her eyes held something else in them; indeed, she was a little worried about Chu Yingge.

This time, Lin Wan clearly intends to kill Chu Yingge. It seems unlikely that she can survive after being put to death.

"His Majesty has arrived!" Accompanied by a high-pitched voice, Mu Jingyu strode in from outside.

Looking at Lin Wan, who was lying leisurely on the chaise lounge, Mu Jingyu's disgust became more and more obvious. Such a scheming woman was really suitable for survival in the harem.

"The Empress Dowager is living a very comfortable life now."

"Of course, how could I not feel comfortable getting rid of a thorn in my side?" Lin Wan made no attempt to hide her feelings.

Because she knew very well that those tricks might fool others, but they definitely couldn't hide them from Mu Jingyu, so she never intended to conceal them from the beginning.

Besides, even if Mu Jingyu knew, it wouldn't change anything.

The power she wields is her best lifeline.

Mu Jingyu had a smile on his face, but the smile didn't reach his eyes; his cold gaze seemed to want to tear Lin Wan to pieces.

"The Empress Dowager is truly a master stratagem. With a single act of feigning injury, she took the life of the Seventh Princess. She is truly remarkable."

"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. I am not capable enough to wipe out the Seventh Prince's residence as well." Lin Wan sat up from the chaise longue, her gaze towards Mu Jingyu now tinged with mockery.

Of course she knew how much Mu Jingyu wanted to kill her, but because of the power she held, Mu Jingyu was powerless to do anything about it.

Lin Wan is arrogant, but she has the right to be arrogant. However, if this arrogance goes too far, it will become a sharp knife that stabs her in the back.

Unfortunately, Lin Wan still doesn't understand this principle.

Mu Jingyu smiled, concealing the anger in his eyes. Some people should take advantage of the moment to be arrogant, because they won't have such a good opportunity again.