With him around, I will never be afraid! He is my everything, my everything!
Nan Xuzong looked at the assassins, who were wailing in pain, his eyes deep and thoughtful. Ji Wushang looked at them and said, "The smoke bombs are poisonous."
"We need to leave quickly."
"No rush. Since they've all given us gifts, I should return the favor with something!" Ji Wushang said, taking out a small bottle from his pocket. "This will make them all get lost!"
As she spoke, Ji Wushang took out two small pills from her bosom, put one in her own mouth, and handed the other to Nan Xuzong. Nan Xuzong opened his mouth, and she put the pill into his mouth.
The next moment, Ji Wushang opened the small bottle, and a wisp of green smoke floated out! Ji Wushang flicked it towards those people, and instantly, the green smoke entered the nostrils and mouths of the assassins!
"It's poisonous, get out of here!" one of the assassins shouted immediately. Ji Wushang snorted coldly, "Cong."
Nan Xuzong struck them all with the golden threads around their waists and legs, causing them to collapse to the ground, unable to move! They couldn't die, nor could they run! Some had died quickly from the smoke bomb's poison, and those who weren't dead were now paralyzed on the ground. There were about three to five people.
Ji Wushang got off Nan Xuzong and walked with him to the group of people.
"Who sent you? What is your purpose?" Nan Xuzong asked coldly.
The golden thread in their hands could strike at any moment and kill them!
"We'd rather die than tell!" one of the assassins, presumably the leader, roared.
Ji Wushang laughed, "Die? How could I let you die?" Ji Wushang stepped forward, took out a small bottle from his arms, and poured out two or three pills. "If you don't talk, I'll make you suffer excruciating pain all over your body. You won't die, but you'll feel your flesh and bones falling off and breaking!" As Ji Wushang spoke, he reached the man's side, tore off his black cloth, revealing an unfamiliar face. Ji Wushang grabbed his chin and shoved the pills into his mouth.
The man was about to spit out the pill when Nan Xuzong's golden threads struck several acupoints on him, forcing him to swallow the pill!
Ji Wushang took a few steps back, looking at him. "If you don't speak, many others will." She then turned to look at the other three men in black. As she turned, she heard the assassin leader groan, "It hurts! It hurts so much! You woman, what did you feed me?!"
"It's nothing, I won't die." Ji Wushang said without any feeling, and then walked up to another person. "How about trying one?" As he was about to put one into the person's mouth, five darts suddenly shot towards them!
The dart was incredibly powerful, carrying immense internal force! Nan Xuzong used his golden thread to pull Ji Wushang aside, "Be careful!"
But as soon as they finished speaking, all five men were struck in the forehead by darts and died a gruesome death, bleeding profusely!
With a gust of wind, the person's presence could no longer be felt.
Nan Xuzong pulled Ji Wushang to his side, saying, "This person is highly skilled in martial arts; it's best not to chase after him."
"I want to ask, in the imperial city, who are the people whose martial arts are comparable to yours?" Ji Wushang looked at the corpse on the ground, then looked at Nan Xuzong.
"Not many, the King of the Western Regions, the Second Prince, the Third Prince, Bei Gong Jue Shi, Bei Gong Min Hao, and also, Ma Rui, Bei Jue Feng, Bei Luo Jun, and Big Brother!" These are all people I have seen or fought before. Even if I haven't fought them, I can still sense their identities.
"So these are the people who want to kill us?" Ji Wushang looked at him.
"Not necessarily. Hired killings are often done this way, but there are many people who are well hidden, and we can't know their background! So guessing at this point isn't very accurate." Nan Xuzong looked at the corpse on the ground. "These people don't wear anything that would reveal who ordered them. If they fail, they will definitely be killed. So, let's go!"
“Okay.” Ji Wushang nodded.
There are indeed many people who want to kill me, so I still need to be careful. And my plans will absolutely not stop! Ji Wushang looked at Nan Xuzong, "I will definitely find a way to heal your legs!"
By the time the two returned to the mansion, night had already fallen.
The Marquis was in the main hall at the moment, looking at the two of them, and said with a hint of anger, "Why are you so late!"
"Father, we..."
"We went to the Prince of Zhenbei's residence to talk to the Prince's son about something, so we came back a little late," Nan Xuzong said.
Ji Wushang looked at him suspiciously, but he knew there must be a reason behind what he said, so he nodded in agreement.
The Marquis gave Ji Wushang and Nan Xuzong a cold look, "If you can't take care of the affairs of the manor, you should share some of the power with the other concubines!"
Ji Wushang immediately understood what he meant. It seemed that his concubine had been instigating him for quite some time! Ji Wushang said, "Father, I went out after I finished dealing with matters at home. Everything is fine. Father, you can go and check it out."
"Hmm." Since Ji Wushang said so, what else could he say? The Marquis said, "You all hurry up! I'm leaving now!"
"Respectfully seeing off Father!" Ji Wushang bowed his head.
“They can’t wait any longer!” Ji Wushang turned to look at Nan Xuzong.
"Let's talk in the room." It felt like countless eyes were watching him and Ji Wushang; nothing they said here felt safe. Nan Xuzong coldly surveyed their surroundings.
The two returned to Moxuan Garden and had the maid serve them dinner.
The two ate and chatted.
“I have a feeling that Aunt Jin is going to make a move against Aunt Zhao and me.” Ji Wushang looked at the food in front of him, but couldn’t eat much. “Maybe the people who sent us to kill us today are Aunt Jin’s people, or Huangfu Ting’s people.”
"Maybe they are, maybe they aren't, but since they've set their sights on this, it's bound to cause us trouble. Don't leave the manor for the time being; just stay in Moxuan Garden and avoid going to other places. It's not safe." Nan Xuzong placed some braised pork into her bowl. "Eat some, or you'll get hungry."
"I can't eat." Ji Wushang looked at him, but he tilted his head back and asked, "Hmm?"
Ji Wushang had no choice but to pick up the meat and put it in his mouth to chew slowly.
“I still go to the yard to check on things from time to time. It should be safe, so there’s no need to worry too much. Besides, there’s a good show to watch these next few days, so how can we miss it?” Ji Wushang laughed.
Just then, Zhu'er ran in from outside, "Miss, young master!"
"What is it?" Ji Wushang asked, looking at her.
"The second young master has woken up," Zhu'er said.
Nan Xuzong's eyes lit up.
"Have the royal physician examine him. Have the maids take good care of him; we can't let anything happen to the Second Young Master," Ji Wushang said.
"yes."
"Also, go and check on Aunt Zhao. Report back to me if anything happens."
"Yes," Pearl nodded.
Ji Wushang waved for her to leave, then turned to look at Nan Xuzong. Nan Xuzong put down his bowl and chopsticks. "According to the physician's treatment, he won't wake up so quickly. It seems someone is supporting him from behind."
"It should be the Second Prince. He is working for the Second Prince. The Second Prince will not easily give up on people who can still be used. Or, the Second Prince may have other uses for him."
"Mmm." Nan Xuzong nodded. "Are you full?"
"I don't want to eat anymore," Ji Wushang nodded.
"Then we won't eat it," Nan Xuzong said.
...
Ji Wushang felt that he was acting strangely. In the past, he would have forced himself to eat something. Why did he let him go so quickly today?
"Make some delicate pastries for the Crown Princess. If she can't eat them, you can all pack up and go home!" Nan Xu said casually, looking at the maids who were packing up.
"Ah, Your Highness!" The maidservant immediately knelt down upon hearing this.
Did I do something wrong?
"Have the kitchen prepare it, and hurry up!" Nan Xuzong said impatiently.
Ji Wushang laughed, "Don't frighten the servants. You can leave now!" Ji Wushang shoved Nan Xuzong, "Why are you being so fierce?"
"No one will listen if you're not strict," Nan Xuzong said. The maid had already gone downstairs, probably to make some snacks.
Ji Wushang looked at him and said, "I'll eat from now on, okay? It's just that I really can't eat anything today."
"Yes, so I had the servants make some snacks for you to fill your stomach," Nan Xuzong said.
Ji Wushang shook his head slightly, then went into the study, took out the book he had given him, and began practicing the mental cultivation technique. He needed to make the most of his time!
When Nan Xuzong came in and saw how focused she was, he didn't disturb her. He simply watched her practice and occasionally offered some pointers.
After about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Ji Wushang stopped, slightly out of breath, with beads of sweat appearing on her forehead. Nan Xuzong habitually took out a handkerchief to wipe her sweat.
Ji Wushang smiled, her little face full of happiness.
What more could one ask for? A warm feeling welled up in Ji Wushang's heart.
At that moment, a maidservant called out cautiously from outside, "Your Highness, Your Highness's Consort, the desserts are ready..."
"Bring it in." Nan Xuzong put the silk handkerchief into his bosom and smiled at Ji Wushang.
The maid brought in the snacks and placed them one by one on the table next to the desk.
"If the Crown Princess still can't eat, you can decide for yourselves!" Nan Xuzong's thin lips curled slightly.
Ji Wushang said, "I like it very much. You can go and rest!" Ji Wushang glanced at him, his eyes conveying the message: stop scaring people.
The maids were all confused, unsure whether to listen to the Crown Prince's wife or the Crown Prince himself.
Ji Wushang said, "Why aren't you going downstairs? It's late, get some rest, we still have work to do tomorrow."
"Yes, yes, thank you, Your Highness and Princess Consort!" The maid nodded immediately, and the group left, making sure to close the door behind them.
"Won't you come and have some?" Ji Wushang looked at him. "Actually, it's quite delicious." Ji Wushang put the pastry into his mouth.
Nan Xuzong nodded and came over after seeing her eating happily.
After finishing their meal, the two took a bath before lying back in bed.
Just as he was about to undress her, Ji Wushang grabbed his hand and pressed it down. "Can we not do this today?"
"No." He said simply, his eyes filled with desire. After thinking for a moment, he added, just in case he didn't want to upset her, "This way the chances of getting pregnant will be higher."
"I haven't been feeling well these past few days," Ji Wushang said, looking down. "I don't know why."
"Let me take a look." Hearing her words, Nan Xuzong gently grasped her wrist, his eyes darkening. But this wasn't a pregnancy pulse, and her breathing was relatively stable. Her complexion... Nan Xuzong looked at her and saw nothing wrong. So why was she feeling unwell?
"Where do you feel unwell?" Nan Xuzong didn't let go of her wrist. "You don't show any signs of pregnancy, nor do you seem sick. What's wrong?"
Ji Wushang shook her head, pulled her hand away, and nestled in his arms. "I don't know... Let's just rest tonight!" Maybe it's because he drained her so much that she's exhausted, and he's made her feel so drained... Does this man even understand these things...?
"Okay." Nan Xuzong nodded, pulling her into his arms, breathing in the fragrance of her dark hair, his heart already feeling much more content. Looking at the night sky, he wondered if he should restrain himself... or if he had made her unable to handle it? Nan Xuzong felt slightly embarrassed.
After a long while, he put his other hand on her waist and held her tightly in his arms. "Sleep!"
Ji Wushang nodded gently, listened to his heartbeat, and slowly fell asleep.
The morning sunlight streamed into the room. Ji Wushang didn't want to move, couldn't move, because he had a bad feeling...
Nan Xuzong frowned slightly, looking at her. "It's 10:00 AM (Beijing time), Wushang, do you want to get up?" He clearly sensed she was awake, but today was strange; why wasn't she making a sound? And usually, if he told her the time, she would definitely get up anxiously, but today…
"Wu Shang?" Nan Xuzong turned around and then used both hands to support her shoulders so that she was facing him, but the next second he heard Ji Wu Shang's voice, "Don't move."
"Hmm?" Nan Xuzong's thick eyebrows furrowed even more. "What's wrong?" Something seemed off. "Let me see, what's wrong?"
"It hurts, don't touch me..." Ji Wushang frowned slightly, not daring to look up at him, but he became even more curious, "Wushang, let me see."
"I, I... I... my period... started." Ji Wushang's face was as red as a pig's liver color, and she buried herself in his arms, not daring to look up at him.
Nan Xuzong breathed a sigh of relief, "Don't worry, it'll be fine after a little treatment."