After her transformation and rebirth, she manipulates the innocent and ruthless to overthrow the wor

The fire crackled inside the house, but Xiao Ran's thoughts were on her mother.

She lived in the countryside with her mother from a young age. Her mother was very good at needlework and would always do some embroidery to support their family. So Xiao Ran's childhood was carefree, except that her mother would often talk to her about her father.

At first, she was very excited because of her vanity; he was a great general, how impressive he would be among her friends.

But as her mother's health deteriorated, she began to resent her father.

She remembered that before her mother passed away, she gave her the token of love that she and her father had exchanged, and told her not to hate her father.

She understood that her mother wanted her to have a better life, and that regardless of whether she was taken into the General's Mansion or not, she should not live with resentment.

But in her previous life, she failed to meet her mother's expectations.

How can this be done?

At that moment, she seemed to suddenly understand.

"I understand." Duan Li nodded slowly. "But in any case, you shouldn't take such a risk next time."

Xiao Ran's eyes were full of laughter. She stuck out her tongue and picked up the two swords that were on the table.

"Then you can't just drop the sword tassel anymore, since it's tied to your sword after all."

Duan Li paused for a moment, then his gaze fell on the twisted knot on the sword hilt, his expression becoming incredibly gentle.

"it is good."

"I will not abandon you again."

……

Time flies, and before we know it, it's time for Guangwentang to close for ten days.

The sky was clear and the air was crisp. Although autumn was in full swing, the sun was still quite strong and there was still some warmth left.

Xiao Ran and Duan Li arrived early at the elegant room of Wangyue Tower to wait quietly, with only a slight difference...

He Wan was standing to one side, while Nangong Ming was asking her all sorts of questions.

Actually, she hadn't planned to bring He Wan along today, but He Wan followed her when she left the mansion.

“Sister Ran, Aunt He said that she has noticed you coming home late these past few days and is worried that you may be neglecting your studies. She specifically instructed me to remind you more often… She also said that if you continue to do this, she will inform the General about your behavior.”

"Speaking of which, it is Wan'er's fault as a companion. In the future, when you go out of the manor, you must take Wan'er with you. It is a small matter if Wan'er is punished, but if you are punished by the general because of Wan'er's mistake, that would be serious."

She knew exactly what the He family mother and daughter meant. They wanted to target her? No way.

So what if she brought He Wan along? He Wan wouldn't dare do anything under her watchful eye. Besides, this way she could monitor He Wan's movements and see what her intentions were.

Nangong Ming was quite interested and glanced at He Wan a few times.

“Sister He Wan, what brings you here? Did Xiao Ran bring you? ...That’s right, I’ve never seen you in the capital before. I suppose you don’t like going out, Sister He Wan.”

He Wan simply smiled and didn't say anything.

Xiao Ran rolled her eyes.

She's definitely not in the capital. It would be strange if she were here, as that would ruin the He family's plans.

Duan Li clearly sensed her displeasure and glanced at Nangong Ming and He Wan.

Nangong Ming instantly felt a chill. He turned his head to check if any windows were closed.

As he was wondering why the windows were closed, the door to the private room suddenly opened.

Peony walked in gracefully, and upon seeing her, Nangong Ming immediately took a few steps back, still feeling lingering fear.

Peony looked slightly puzzled, then smiled gently.

"Is Prince Nangong... afraid I'll eat you?"

Nangong Ming remained silent, feeling somewhat guilty for some reason, and dared not look at the peony.

"No, no... I just felt it was too cold at the door."

Upon hearing this, Peony did not intend to continue the topic, but simply curtsied.

"Miss Xiao, young hero, the host cordially invites you to come and meet us."