Moreover, the assassination of a prince was a capital offense that could result in the execution of an entire clan. If exposed, both the Di family and Liu Duwei would be implicated.
Liu Duwei understood the situation and did not wish to offend Ning Wanwan. He quickly stood up: “Since the Prince is still ill, I will take my leave.”
Before departing, Liu Duwei signaled Di Jin to discuss the matter later, but Di Jin remained fixed on Ning Wanwan with a hostile glare. Liu Duwei had no choice but to leave.
Ning Wanwan smiled at Di Jin, “It seems Master Di plans to stay as a guest in the mansion.” She then called out to Zhou Shu, “Prepare wine and dishes.”
Di Jin slammed the table, standing up angrily. “No need!” he said viciously, glaring at Ning Wanwan, “We will meet again, Princess of Prince Yi’s Mansion.”
“No need to see you off.” Ning Wanwan watched Di Jin leave, feeling her strength wane and a lingering fear in her heart.
Fuwai and Yuan Zhu rushed to support her. “Princess!” “Sister Princess!”
Ning Wanwan touched her forehead and weakly shook her head. “I’m fine.” Taking a deep breath, she continued, “Yuan Zhu, an hour later, check if Di Jin’s soldiers have withdrawn.”
“Yes.”
“Fuwai, tell Zhou Shu that Di Jin’s purpose was not achieved this time, and he will not let it go.”
So the Prince Yi’s Mansion should appear normal on the surface, but secretly tell Yuan Bi and the Eighteen Shadows to strengthen their defenses and ensure no one disturbs the Prince in the inner courtyard.”
“Understood.”
That night, several black figures quietly arrived at the Prince Yi’s Mansion.
Chapter 58: Intention
In the quiet room, Ning Wanwan was wiping Si Zhan’s body when she faintly heard rustling sounds on the roof. After a moment, Yuan Bi gently knocked on the door three times.
Ning Wanwan opened the door, and Yuan Bi reported in a low voice: “Princess, the ‘wild dogs’ have arrived, twelve in total, well-trained, but they have been dealt with.”
“Were there any identifying items on them?”
“None; they appear to be privately raised assassins.”
