After the two men in black had gone far away, Mu Yunjin narrowed her eyes, full of deep meaning.

The two men had mentioned “His Highness” and the position of Crown Prince, indicating that among the current princes at court, someone was determined to eliminate Chu Li.

Moreover, that person seemed to know what Chu Li was looking for.

Who could it be?

“Master, what should we do now?” Qiqi had also heard those words and seemed to partially understand. Her gaze fell on Mu Yunjin, waiting for instructions.

“Let’s go back first.” After Mu Yunjin spoke, she flew toward the residence.

Upon returning to the residence and landing steadily, Mu Yunjin heard a faint sound from around her. Qiqi’s ears twitched slightly, and then she flashed away, concealing herself.

Seeing Qiqi disappear, Mu Yunjin quickly returned to her room. Standing at the door, she peered through the crack to observe the situation outside.

She saw Chu Li and Ding Xian’s figures landing in the courtyard shortly after. Once back in the residence, Chu Li put away his jade pendant, his face tense as he walked toward his chamber.

Ding Xian also dispersed to one side.

Watching this scene, Mu Yunjin pressed her lips tightly together, her brow full of contemplation.

…

Mu Yunjin barely slept all night, constantly watching for movements outside, fearing that Chu Li would take Ding Xian and rush to the Eastern Bordering Country overnight.

Early in the morning, Mu Yunjin washed up and walked out of her room to sit in the courtyard, waiting for Chu Li.

After Ding Xian emerged from his side chamber, he saw Mu Yunjin sitting alone in the courtyard, her eyes full of thoughts. He glanced at the sky and then spoke with some surprise, “Prince’s Consort, you’re up so early today?”

“Yes, I couldn’t sleep,” Mu Yunjin smiled faintly.

Ding Xian nodded understandingly and was about to head toward the kitchen when Mu Yunjin called out to stop him. “Wait.”

“Prince’s Consort, do you have any other instructions?” Ding Xian asked, somewhat confused.

“Um, do you have any plans for today?” Mu Yunjin looked at Ding Xian and spoke softly.

Ding Xian paused, scratched his head, and nodded. “In the next few days, this servant will follow His Highness to another city on business.”

Another city…

Mu Yunjin bit her lip, and just as she was about to inquire further, the door to the chamber behind her opened, and a purple figure walked out slowly.

“Your Highness, good morning,” Ding Xian greeted Chu Li cheerfully upon seeing him.

Chu Li nodded slightly, seemingly also surprised to see Mu Yunjin sitting there so early. He spoke calmly, “I happen to have something to tell you.”

“What is it?” Mu Yunjin felt inexplicably nervous.

“This prince has other matters to attend to in the next few days, and it’s inconvenient to bring you along. I’ll have Ding Xian escort you back to the mansion later.” Chu Li’s tone was almost unquestionable after he finished speaking.

Mu Yunjin’s fingers tightened on her sleeve as the words of the two men in black kept echoing in her ears. But how could she tell Chu Li about this matter?

If he went to the Eastern Bordering Country this time, even with preparation, he might still suffer some hardship.

But in her current position, she couldn’t explain this to Chu Li, and it might even arouse his suspicion.

With this thought, Mu Yunjin rubbed her temples, feeling somewhat of a headache.

“Hmm?” Seeing that Mu Yunjin hadn’t responded for a while, Chu Li asked again.

“Oh, I just remembered something,” Mu Yunjin smiled and looked at Chu Li.

Chu Li’s glassy eyes glanced at Mu Yunjin, waiting for her to continue.

“Yesterday, while I was shopping, I met a fortune teller who said my forehead was darkened, indicating I would face disaster and also bring misfortune to those around me.”

“So, why don’t you delay your business for a few days?”

After speaking, Mu Yunjin silently cursed herself, calling herself stupid. To prevent Chu Li from going to the Eastern Bordering Country, she had actually put a curse on herself.

Chu Li smiled slightly, and his cold, indifferent eyes filled with some tenderness. “Are you worried that this prince might be in danger?”

“…” Mu Yunjin was at a loss for words. After pursing her lips, she looked up at Chu Li. “Better safe than sorry.”

“Can you delay for a few days?”

Seeing the hope and concern in Mu Yunjin’s eyes, Chu Li smiled faintly and nodded lightly.

“Alright, I’ll listen to you.”

Ding Xian, standing to the side, was nearly shocked to the point of his jaw dropping. In all these years, this was the first time he had seen His Highness postpone his schedule for finding that thing because of a woman’s nonsense.

It seemed that this Third Miss Mu would become His Highness’s greatest weakness in the future.

Seeing Chu Li nod in agreement to delay for a few days, Mu Yunjin sighed slightly in relief and stood up. “Then I’ll go back to catch up on sleep.”

With that, Mu Yunjin returned to her room.

Outside the door, Chu Li stood in place, his eyes covered with a layer of frost.

“Your Highness, the Prince’s Consort seems strange today,” Ding Xian stepped forward and spoke softly.

“You noticed too?” Chu Li coldly raised an eyebrow.

Ding Xian nodded. “River Moon City has never allowed fortune tellers on the streets, so how could she have met one while shopping? And just now, when you agreed to her request not to go, she immediately relaxed, as if she was very afraid you would go.”

“Could it be that the Prince’s Consort knows some hidden truth?”

Chu Li pressed his thin lips together and spoke softly, “This matter is not detrimental to this prince, so there’s no need to investigate further.”

“But…” Ding Xian hesitated.

Chu Li narrowed his eyes at Ding Xian, who immediately covered his mouth and moved away.

…

After Mu Yunjin returned to her room, Qiqi was leaning against the wall, waiting for her.

Upon seeing Qiqi, Mu Yunjin was somewhat startled, took a breath, and sighed, “Even if you’re a cat spirit, do you have to be so silent?”

Qiqi covered her mouth and laughed, somewhat proudly fluffing her hair. “Master, I’ve made a significant discovery, that’s why I came to find you.”

“Oh?” Mu Yunjin raised an eyebrow, her eyes tinged with curiosity.

“After I left last night, I tracked those two men in black and discovered they were staying at the Yueting Inn in River Moon City,” Qiqi said.

Hearing this, Mu Yunjin’s eyes moved. “You mean they’re still here?”

“That’s right. I had thought they would rush back to report overnight, but unexpectedly, they checked into the Yueting Inn. I don’t know if the person behind them is also here.”

“Probably not. That person wouldn’t appear so easily.” Mu Yunjin spoke calmly, her mind involuntarily recalling Chu Qiongchang’s involvement with the brothel business.

The imperial family members had many secrets.

Thinking of the Flower Moon House, Mu Yunjin glanced at Qiqi, having an idea. “Qiqi, since tracking is your specialty, can you find out where a brothel called Flower Moon House is located?”

“Flower Moon House? Hmm, I’ll try.” Qiqi pondered. “So, Master, what should we do now? Should we eliminate those two men in black?”

“Let’s not alarm them for now.” Mu Yunjin curved her lips slightly. “Chu Li is not easily fooled; he might have his plans.”

“Yes, I’ll leave now. If I stay here too long, that Sixth Prince might sense my presence.”

With a flash of pink light, Qiqi’s figure disappeared from Mu Yunjin’s room.

After Qiqi left, Mu Yunjin was no longer sleepy. She pushed open the door and went out again.

In the courtyard, only Ding Xian was present.

“Where is your prince?” Not seeing Chu Li, Mu Yunjin looked around.

“His Highness went to the back garden,” Ding Xian pointed toward the back of the courtyard.

Mu Yunjin nodded. “I’m going to stroll around the street. I’ll be back soon.”

With that, Mu Yunjin walked toward the main gate. After a few steps, she seemed to remember something and stopped, looking back. “Remember, don’t run off while I’m gone!”

“Yes, Prince’s Consort,” Ding Xian scratched his head and replied helplessly.

…

After passing through the alley, Mu Yunjin covered her face with a veil to conceal her features. After yesterday’s commotion on the street, she didn’t want to be recognized.

She wandered along the way until she reached the front of the Yueting Inn. Mu Yunjin curved her lips slightly and walked in.

“Miss, are you here for a meal or lodging?” A waiter warmly greeted her.

“A meal,” Mu Yunjin responded, finding a corner to sit down.

The waiter immediately understood, showed Mu Yunjin to her seat, and then handed her the menu, introducing the dishes.

Mu Yunjin casually ordered a few dishes, and the waiter left with the menu.

After the waiter left, Mu Yunjin removed her veil, poured herself a cup of tea, and her gaze constantly shifted among the guests currently sitting in the hall.

After a while, the dishes were all served.

Mu Yunjin ate intermittently, sitting for a full half hour without noticing anything suspicious.

Just as she was about to pay and leave, a loud voice came from nearby—

“Waiter, prepare good wine and dishes for this lord!”

“Right away, gentlemen.”

Hearing this familiar voice, Mu Yunjin, who had already stood up to leave, sat down again, raising an eyebrow with a smile. This trip had not been in vain after all.

The two men happened to sit at the table behind Mu Yunjin. As soon as they sat down, one of them spoke, “After Chu Li leaves River Moon City today, we can also depart for Butterfly Flower City.”

“Yes, indeed. This plan was truly ingenious. No one expected His Highness could buy off one of Chu Li’s people.”

“As the saying goes, money makes the ghost turn the millstone. Our master has plenty of money, how could he not find a few greedy individuals?”

“Hahaha, excellent!”

Mu Yunjin heard the two men’s conversation. Her hand gradually tightened around the teacup, her eyes calm, showing some understanding.

No wonder Chu Li had believed the news and prepared to head to the Eastern Bordering Country—there was an insider.

As she was thinking, more discussion came from behind.

“When we return this time, we must properly claim credit from His Highness and get a good reward. If we’re lucky, His Highness might even arrange an official position for us.”

“We’ve followed His Highness for so many years, and finally, we’re seeing success! In the past, I envied Ding Xian, who came from the Imperial Guards like me, for being valued by Chu Li. This time, having accomplished this great deed, I will surely be valued by His Highness.”

“Wang Mao, our two brothers are about to prosper. Eat quickly, then we’ll meet with the other brothers to ensure the plan succeeds smoothly.”

Mu Yunjin maintained her tea-drinking posture throughout the men’s conversation, yet she couldn’t discern who their master was.

Soon, the sound of payment came from behind, and the two men left the inn after settling their bill.

Mu Yunjin immediately paid as well, walked out of the inn, and followed the direction in which the two men had disappeared…