The number one spendthrift woman in the capital actually brings glory to her entire family?

You know that my father devoted himself to protecting the Sikong Mansion, but what did you all do after his sudden death?

A hint of disdainful mockery flashed across Sikong Jin's eyes.

If the Sikong family were to be ruined, Sikong Jin might be happier than anyone else. At worst, she could rebuild it herself and become the head of the family. Wouldn't that be even better?

"My lord, I have no such intention. I only wish to carry on my father's legacy. He died such a tragic death. You are his biological father. Even if you cannot do anything for him, would you stop his son from doing something for him?"

Sikong Jin raised her head, her bright, star-like eyes fixed on Sikong Shu. Her delicate face was filled with seriousness and suppressed grief, but her tone was extremely resolute. "My lord, please, for the sake of my filial piety towards my beloved father, allow me to run for a position in the Military Intelligence Bureau. I only wish to carry on my father's last wish, to go to the battlefield, to kill the barbarians of Liao, and to bring peace to the people of Dayong. Please grant my request!"

As he spoke, Sikong Jin suddenly stood up and knelt down on one knee. His eyes were filled with sincerity and determination, and it was not hard to see the suppressed sorrow and grief in them...

This scene, witnessed by Sikong Shu, caused even his hardened heart to ache.

Yes, Sikong Qi was also his son, the son he was most proud of among all his sons. He was heartbroken by Sikong Qi's long death, but...

Sikong Jin knelt for a long time, until her legs felt numb. Only then did Sikong Shu slightly shift his cold, sharp eyes, which had been fixed on her. He slowly turned around, looking at the already gray and desolate night sky. After a long while, he waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "You may leave now. Let this old man think about it..."

"Thank you, sir!"

Sikong Jin bowed in thanks, then slowly stood up. Her legs were numb, causing her to stagger. She quickly grabbed the corner of the table to steady herself and then turned and left the study immediately.

Back at Crescent Moon Lodge, after having dinner with Su Yue and Sikong Mo, Sikong Jin also gave Sikong Mo some pointers on medical matters. Then, a guard came to announce that General Ji Wuge had arrived, and Sikong Jin happily got up to greet him.

"Here you go. I secretly copied these questions from the old man. Nine times out of ten, these are the questions they'll ask on the exam. Prepare well and remember to be adaptable. There are also some questions that Tang Jingyao got. Don't embarrass us, or we'll eat you up!"

Upon seeing Sikong Jin, Ji Wuge looked around and, finding no one else, quickly stuffed an envelope into Sikong Jin's arms.

"If your old man finds out that you're telling me the question so secretly, it won't be as simple as just eating you. He might grill you to medium-rare, dip you in some delicious chili sauce, and then eat you in one bite!"

Sikong Jin raised her eyebrows, looked up and carefully examined the envelope, and smiled as she spoke.

"Alright, with my mother around, even if he finds out, he won't dare do anything to me. He can only pretend to be deaf and dumb!"

"It sounds like you're indirectly telling me that your mother, that tigress, is quite formidable. By the way, last time, Lord Yukichi Ten said that your father's concubine had given you another brother or sister. Is that true or false?"

Sikong Jin put the envelope back into her sleeve and asked gossipily.

Ji Wuge glanced at her but didn't answer.

Sikong Jin shrugged and said listlessly, "Alright then, I won't ask anymore."

“Ajin, if you can successfully enter the Military Intelligence Bureau, I will try to get my father to suggest that you serve under Lord Yukisaki. You know, this is the only way that will be in your best interest. You have seen the current situation. The undercurrents in the capital are too terrifying. You never know if these undercurrents will swallow you up at any moment.”

A hint of worry crept onto Ji Wuge's handsome face, his eyes filled with sincere concern and worry for Sikong Jin. "I hope that when the time comes, you can leave the capital with me and Lord Xingqi Tian, ​​and return to our Hangu Wangzhou Military Region. Only there... will we be safe..."

Sikong Jin was startled, silently lowered her eyes, and remained silent for a long time. Suddenly, she turned her head and looked at the room behind her that was still lit.

Through the half-open window, she could still see Su Yue sitting by the bed, making clothes for her...

Ji Wuge followed Sikong Jin's gaze and saw the same scene. He couldn't help but sigh deeply. Suddenly at a loss for words, he simply reached out and gently patted Sikong Jin's shoulder.

"Actually, the situation isn't that bad. I'm in the capital, so they wouldn't dare do anything too outrageous. Besides, there are some scores I need to settle with certain people and figure out the whole story. These past few days, I've been trying to find a way to get Sikong Mo out of here. He deserves his own space. My mother also hopes that Xiao Mo can fly out of this cage..."

"Xiao Mo? How do you plan to send him away? Every time you take him out, you're always surrounded by the Sikong Mansion's secret guards. And the Sikong Mansion is heavily guarded, especially your Crescent Moon Pavilion. There are countless eyes watching you in the shadows. Like the person who tried to assassinate you last time, do you think Sikong Shu doesn't know who he is? Otherwise, why would he kindly remind you to be careful? Who is Sikong Shu?"

Ji Wuge disagreed.

Upon hearing this, Sikong Jin gave a mocking sneer and said in a calm tone, "Sikong Shu is my grandfather and the biological father of my father Sikong Qi. He is also one of my closest relatives."

"Bullshit! Would your closest relatives treat you like that? Let those beasts like Sikong Rui take away the military power that rightfully belonged to you?"

Ji Wuge said indignantly, his eyes filled with disdain and resentment. He had always hated and despised despicable people like Sikong Shu who kicked someone when they were down. Back when Commander-in-Chief Sikong was still alive...

"Ajin, so what do you plan to do? Even if you join the Military Intelligence Bureau, your path won't be smooth. There's still Liu Zhang there. Otherwise, you should take Tang Jingyao's advice and just go to the judicial department. There's a lot of money to be made there, and you can find a way to deal with whoever you don't like..."

"Isn't Tang Jingyao over there? I really don't like Liu Zhang right now. Tell him to deal with Liu Zhang quickly, bring him down so I can take over... Oh dear..."

"I'm talking to you about something important..."

"Of course we're talking about serious business... Ji Wuge, why do you smell so good today? Did you use perfume? Hmm... it smells like violets... that's a woman's perfume, did you just come from Manfanglou?"

"Get lost! I never use that stuff. I only exude masculinity. There's no such thing as violet. You're talking nonsense... I'm telling you..."

"Ji Ji, I actually think you're quite handsome and dashing. By the way, how's it going with that girlfriend you were dating a while ago?"

"Ajin, don't move..."

"Hmm, let me guess how far you've progressed... Holding hands? Hugging? Kissing... Ouch!"