Pin Shanhe

"Little sister, you mustn't be disrespectful to the Prince!"

Shen Fu said with an air of self-righteousness, "I'm not one of your soldiers, and I'm not under his control. Can't I even speak a fair word? Even the Emperor has to be reasonable."

Furthermore, on the day of the Mid-Autumn Festival banquet, she dared to "speak out for justice" in front of the emperor, so what is a prince?

Shen Xiucheng had just returned from the front lines and was unaware of these matters.

He felt that his little sister was truly a warrior, daring to confront even the mighty "God of War," and couldn't help but give her a thumbs up in his heart.

But seeing the man's cold and terrifying eyes, she couldn't help but feel a chill run down her spine.

"You...get out!"

Shen Xiucheng was startled. Could it be that he was planning to send himself away in a way that would be detrimental to his younger sister?

"Your Highness, please punish me if you must; she did not mean it."

"So that's intentional? I'd like to have a serious talk with this Miss Shen."

"..."

Oh no, she really is angry!

The more this is the case, the less likely he is to leave with peace of mind.

Just as he was about to continue pleading for Shen Fu, a powerful palm strike came, and he was sent flying out of the doorway.

"Fifth Brother!"

Shen Fu exclaimed in surprise and tried to check what was happening, but the study door was slammed shut right in front of her.

A dark shadow flashed before her eyes, and a menacing black iron mask was instantly within reach, its dark phoenix eyes seeming to suck her whole body in.

"My royal palace is not a place you can come and go as you please."

Shen Fu angrily questioned, "What right did you have to hit my fifth brother?"

"Military orders are absolute. How dare he disobey my command? Shouldn't he be punished?"

"Fine, I knew you were just settling a personal score. If you have a problem, come at me directly. Why drag others into this?"

"You don't actually think I'm going to let you go, do you?"

"..."

What does that mean?

Did he still want to send her flying with one blow?

……

After Shen Xiucheng came out, he immediately wanted to rush in to save Shen Fu, but was stopped by the guards of the Xuanwang Mansion.

No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't get any closer.

Fifteen minutes later, the study door was finally opened.

Shen Fu ran out from inside, and she seemed to be in a very bad state.

"Little sister!"

Just as he was about to give chase, a dignified and cold voice suddenly rang out from behind: "Major General Shen, starting tomorrow, you will be appointed as the Lieutenant General of the Golden Guard and will report to the Southern Office."

Shen Xiucheng was stunned.

What?

Didn't he just urge me to go back to the Northwest?

Even if I could stay in the capital, I would be lucky to get a fifth-rank captain. I never expected to be a fourth-rank general!

Am I dreaming?

I pinched my thigh hard, ouch—it hurts!

This proves it's true!

The surprise came so suddenly that he even forgot about his little sister.

When I came to my senses, she was nowhere to be seen.

At this moment, Shen Fu had already run to the edge of a pond.

Thinking about what had just happened in the study, the heat on her face lingered for a long time.

He actually...

At that moment, she was so nervous that she bit the man's hand the instant he leaned in.

Unexpectedly, this action angered him, and he slammed her against the door and then lowered his head.

A sharp pain shot through her neck... causing her to gasp in surprise.

More than the pain, there was shame and embarrassment.

Men and women should not touch each other; how could he treat her like this?

Shen Fu walked closer to the shore and looked at her reflection on the water.

Sure enough, there was a red mark near the neck and collar.

She couldn't help but think of how, as she struggled, her hands were pressed tightly against the top of her head, and the hot, scorching breath coming from her neck...

No, I can't think about it anymore!

Let's get out of here quickly!

She soon realized that she was lost!

In the rush I was running, I unknowingly headed deep into the backyard of the Prince's mansion.

Ahead lies a lotus pond, behind it a bamboo grove, interspersed with three winding paths that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Which road did she come from?

Just as they were wondering what to do, a blinding silver light suddenly struck.

Her instinct for danger made her retreat abruptly, but she accidentally stepped on a stone and fell to the ground.

The fall saved her life; the longsword grazed the spot where she had just been standing.

Shen Fu broke out in a cold sweat instantly, not daring to imagine what would have happened if she had been a step slower.

Only then did she notice that the person wielding the sword was a woman in red wearing a veil.

"Who are you?"

Although her face was obscured, the eyes that were revealed were alluringly beautiful, their gaze as sharp as a cold blade, like a crimson rose blooming in the dark night.

The woman's gaze was fixed on her, and when she saw the red mark on her neck, her murderous aura suddenly surged.

"Damn it, what happened to you guys?"

Shen Fu belatedly realized what was happening and quickly covered her collar.

How could there be such a dangerous person in the Xuanwang Mansion?

What is her relationship with Xiao Xuanjin?

Before she could think any further, the other person charged at her again, aiming straight for her heart.

She really wanted to kill him!

Shen Fu tried desperately to back away, but forgot that there was a lotus pond behind her, and she lost her footing and fell in.

The lotus pond didn't look deep; the bottom was all silt.

Once inside, people are instantly absorbed by the silt, and icy water fills their mouths and noses.

"Help...help me!"

She struggled with all her might, but she still sank little by little.

A hint of mockery flashed in the eyes of the woman in red as she witnessed this scene.

I was thinking of piercing her heart with a sword, which would have been easier. Let her taste the bitterness of drowning instead!

Suddenly, a sound came from behind the bamboo grove.

Someone's coming!

Her heart sank, and she immediately slipped away.

Xiao Xuanjin heard the report that Shen Fu had gone missing in the Prince's mansion.

After inquiring, someone saw her heading towards the bamboo grove in the backyard of the Prince's mansion.

When he arrived, there was no one in sight on the water, only a pink silk handkerchief lying on the surface. His heart sank.

She wouldn't...

His body moved faster than his thoughts; he jumped without hesitation.

When they reached the shore, Shen Fu was already deathly pale, unconscious, and there was no sign of her breathing.

He placed her on the grassy bank and pressed hard on her chest.

One tap, two taps, three taps... but there was no response.

For the first time, an indescribable panic welled up in the man's deep, calm eyes.

That heart, frozen for so long, suddenly developed a crack at this moment.

"I will not allow you to die! Hold on!"

"Didn't you say you wanted to make a deal with me? The deal isn't done yet, so who gave you permission to just walk away like this?"

"If you don't wake up soon, I'll transfer your fifth brother to the Northwest, so you'll never see him again."

Whether it was the last sentence that had an effect or not, Shen Fu's chest heaved violently, and she vomited a mouthful of water before falling into a coma again.

Xiao Xuanjin finally breathed a sigh of relief; she had come back to life!