e woman's mouth.Xizi Li whimpered a few times, wanting to say something, but couldn't get the words out.Xizi's eyes were red-rimmed, clearly on the verge of tears. She had never been treated this way...At this moment, images of Shuai Shuai's eyes, resembling those of a queen, flashed through my mind. His movements noticeably slowed.

Just as he was stunned, the lantern suddenly attacked him with a rush. He didn't notice and allowed the lantern to successfully spread its poison dust. To avoid inhaling it, he could only dodge first.

Ke Ming's light left swiftly after sprinkling the poison powder. When Yun Si finally recovered, Ke Ming was nowhere to be seen. Even if he chased now, he wouldn't catch up.

His profound eyes followed the departing figure of Ming Deng, then after a moment's contemplation, he turned and headed back to his estate.

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Although An Xuetang went to bed early that night, she didn't sleep well at all.

Fuzzy and groggy, with a dull ache in my stomach. I woke up drenched in sweat.uickened her pace to walk beside An Xue Tang, bending down and whispering softly, "Your Highness, what's wrong Are you feeling unwell"An Xuetang shook her head slightly, "No, there's no need to worry....