After the engagement was called off, the senior sister of the sect took the initiative to consummate

Inside the main hall of the Prince of Jin's residence, Lin Ruoxi was busy making arrangements for tomorrow's housewarming banquet.

Watching her busy figure, Qin Yichen felt a surge of complex emotions that were hard to describe. He blurted out, "Can I trust you?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Ruoxi, who was busy at work, trembled violently, and her hands stopped moving.

She slowly turned around, a look of astonishment on her beautiful face, and said softly, "Your Highness, why would you suddenly say such a thing?"

Qin Yichen took a deep breath, composed himself, and stared directly into Lin Ruoxi's clear and captivating eyes, as if trying to see through them to her true inner thoughts.

After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke: "I know that from the beginning you approached me with some kind of purpose, and I also know your true identity and who you are under!"

Lin Ruoxi's face paled slightly, but she quickly regained her composure. She curtsied slightly and said softly, "Since Your Highness has already noticed, then Ruoxi can no longer hide it."

Qin Yichen frowned slightly, quietly waiting for her to continue.

Lin Ruoxi raised her head, her eyes filled with determination: "The position of Crown Prince of Great Qin has been vacant for a long time, and various forces are eager to make their move. I approached Your Highness on behalf of someone, but this request was not malicious. It was merely to monitor your every move. Ruoxi never intended to harm Your Highness in the slightest."

Qin Yichen was somewhat surprised; he hadn't expected such an answer. "Then why do you obey my second brother?"

Lin Ruoxi bit her lip: "It's because the Second Prince and I share a common enemy!"

A look of doubt flashed in Qin Yichen's eyes: "What common enemy do you have?"

Lin Ruoxi clenched her fist: "Does Your Highness know about the execution of the entire family of the previous Minister of Revenue?"

Before Qin Yichen could speak, she continued, "The mastermind behind this is General Nangong Xiaotian, and the Second Prince's mother was also framed and killed by him. We all have a grudge against him."

Qin Yichen suddenly understood after hearing this, and then asked, "Then why did you come to monitor me?"

Lin Ruoxi sighed and said, "The Second Prince covets the position of Crown Prince. He is worried that your arrival will only cause trouble, so he arranged for Ruoxi to monitor your every move!"

Qin Yichen pondered for a long time, then chuckled softly, "I see. It seems I was too hasty."

Lin Ruoxi shook her head and said with a wry smile, "It's always better for Your Highness to be cautious. Now that Your Highness knows everything, whether to kill or punish me is entirely up to you!"

Qin Yichen stepped forward and helped Lin Ruoxi, who was about to kneel down, up: "Since you have no intention of harming me and are a rare talent, how could I kill you? From now on, you can stay by my side. As long as you are truly loyal, I will definitely help you find out the truth and bring down Nangong Xiaotian!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Ruoxi was so surprised that she opened her mouth wide and exclaimed, "Ah?"

She clearly hadn't expected Qin Yichen to let her go so easily, and even be willing to help her fight against a powerful enemy like the Nangong family.

After calming herself down a bit, Lin Ruoxi raised her head, her gaze fixed on Qin Yichen's handsome and resolute face, and said softly, "Your Highness's birth mother is the current Empress, and the General is Your Highness's maternal grandfather. It is neither reasonable nor moral for Your Highness to stand against them. Ruoxi does not think she has such a heavy weight."

Qin Yichen raised an eyebrow slightly, his eyes revealing determination: "It is true that I am related to them by blood, but they treat their adopted son like a treasure, while discarding me like trash!"

As he spoke, a hint of melancholy flashed in his eyes, "What use are such relatives...?"

Lin Ruoxi's heart stirred. She could sense the sorrow in Qin Yichen's words, but she still asked, unwilling to give up, "Does Your Highness intend to never acknowledge them for the rest of your life?"

Qin Yichen sneered and said self-deprecatingly, "To give birth to someone and not raise them is to be unworthy of being a mother. Besides, to them, I am like a dispensable duckweed!"

"Moreover, since ancient times, the relationship between biological children and adopted children has always been like fire and water, difficult to coexist, and like natural enemies, destined to be unable to live in harmony."

"The Empress favors her adopted son, and the Nangong family, as the Empress's maternal clan, will naturally support Qin Muchen with all their might. This creates a natural antagonism between me and the Nangong family!"

Lin Ruoxi looked at Qin Yichen with some pity, and finally voiced her last doubts: "But Your Highness, dealing with the Nangong family is no easy task. They wield immense power and have many followers."

“I know that, but I’m not entirely unprepared.”

Qin Yichen smiled confidently. "I've been secretly building up my own power, but the time isn't right yet. With your help, the chances of success will be even greater."

Lin Ruoxi was shocked, never expecting Qin Yichen to have such a plan. "If Your Highness has any needs, Ruoxi will certainly do her best. However, this is extremely risky, and the slightest mistake could lead to utter ruin. Does Your Highness still insist on this?"

"Having nothing to begin with, what is there to fear about losing?"

Qin Yichen looked up into the distance, his gaze resolute. "Born into the royal family, there are some things I cannot control. Moreover, I will seek justice for those who have wronged me."

Looking at the determined Qin Yichen before her, Lin Ruoxi made up her mind. Suddenly, she knelt on one knee and said respectfully, "Ruoxi greets Your Highness Prince Jin!"

Seeing this, Qin Yichen was overjoyed and quickly stepped forward to help Lin Ruoxi up, saying softly, "From now on, we're truly family, no need for such formalities!"

Lin Ruoxi's heart stirred, and a hint of emotion flashed in her eyes. She bowed again and said, "Your Highness is so righteous. Ruoxi is willing to give her life for Your Highness!"

Qin Yichen waved his hand: "I remember your loyalty, but you must never be willing to die lightly. You must take your own life as your responsibility, understand?"

Lin Ruoxi nodded in understanding: "Understood, Ruoxi will keep Your Highness's words in mind today!"

Qin Yichen nodded slightly, then asked, "Are you aware that you possess a special physique?"

Upon hearing this, a look of confusion flashed across Lin Ruoxi's eyes, clearly indicating that she knew nothing about it.

Seeing her reaction, Qin Yichen sighed softly, "Indeed, I suppose you are unaware of this matter."

"Actually, your physique is quite special. Ordinary cultivation methods are not very effective for your physique. Only a special cultivation method can activate it and unleash its true potential."

After saying that, he took out the iron book he had obtained from the royal treasury from the system space. The cover of the book had the four characters "Devouring Spirit Demon Art" written on it.

He handed the manual to Lin Ruoxi and solemnly instructed her, "This is a cultivation method specially created for your unique physique. I hope you will practice it diligently and not let me down."

Lin Ruoxi accepted the manual, her eyes filled with determination and gratitude: "Your Highness's kindness will surely be repaid with the greatest gratitude."

Qin Yichen smiled slightly: "This is not a favor, but an investment. I believe you will become my capable assistant in the future. In today's turbulent world, with various forces stirring up trouble, we must improve our strength as soon as possible."

Lin Ruoxi gripped the manual tightly: "Your Highness, rest assured, Ruoxi will certainly live up to Your Highness's kindness in bestowing the 'Soul Devouring Demon Art' upon me."

However, just as Lin Ruoxi was about to open the manual, a faint light suddenly emanated from the iron book, and a restriction was faintly formed as the light flickered.

Qin Yichen frowned slightly, not expecting such a turn of events.

Lin Ruoxi asked with concern, "Your Highness, what's going on?"