Ah Wu dragged the Princess Wuyou away.
Li Man'er knew that Princess Wuyou was about to become a thing of the past. Qi Yihan would not spare her life, and she would disappear from this world in an unexpected way.
For example, by suddenly dying...
It shouldn't be, right? After all, Princess Wuyou had a proper demeanor, was so filial, and so kind. A sudden death ending wouldn't fit her character.
Then it must be illness?
Huh?
She had just examined Princess Wuyou, and then the princess fell ill and died. That wouldn't do! Wouldn't that imply her medical skills were inadequate?
She was counting on her medical skills to make a fortune and achieve great things!
"That..." Li Man'er glanced at Qi Yihan. Seeing him sitting so steadily, as if not angry at all, she finally said, "Your Highness, can we negotiate? Can we avoid using the reason of dying from illness?"
Qi Yihan was extremely intelligent and immediately guessed her reason.
"If this prince insists that she die from illness, what can you do?"
Oh ho, you can even say such a provoking thing?
"Your Highness is joking. What can a humble woman do? I am insignificant and have no voice, so I can only let it be. However, if Your Highness comes for medical treatment next time, my needle might become disobedient."
The maiden's eyes seemed to hold the entire galaxy, exceptionally brilliant. Perhaps fearing he wouldn't believe her words, she provocatively glanced at Qi Yihan, looking quite pleased with herself.
"Besides, treating illness is not the same as saving a life. It's a matter of helplessness."
Qi Yihan recalled her audacious words, such as calling him handsome and immortal, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but curve slightly.
"Alright, this prince will have someone send you back."
Li Man'er simply said, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness. But I know the way, so I won't trouble Your Highness." She picked up her cloak, tied it, and then slung her medicine chest over her shoulder. She bowed slightly and said, "This commoner takes her leave."
"Wait." Qi Yihan suddenly said, "Miss Li, when you left the manor, did you not bring any maids?"
Li Man'er's expression remained unchanged. "Replying to Your Highness, this commoner did bring two maids when she left. However... the Princess's invitation was indeed peculiar, so I was cautious when entering the manor. They are safe now."
Her words were ambiguous, saying as much as nothing, yet they provided Qi Yihan with an answer.
A cunning girl, trying to dismiss him with a couple of empty words.
Fortunately, Qi Yihan hadn't intended to delve deeper into the matter. He was just accustomed to being meticulous about everything.
"You may go!"
"This commoner takes her leave."
Li Man'er, with her small medicine chest slung over her shoulder, ambled out of the Princess's manor. She turned a few corners and arrived at the main street, finding an unassuming small eatery. She ordered a bowl of plain noodles and two small side dishes.
Li Man'er placed her medicine chest aside and took a sip of the hot soup from her bowl, finally feeling at ease. She ate her noodles unhurriedly, but her mind kept replaying the scene of her taking her two maids into her spatial dimension.
She had always been cautious, and regarding her spatial dimension, she had never dared to be careless. In her previous life, it was precisely because of her caution that her spatial dimension remained her secret until her death, with no one else knowing. But today, she felt a little unsure.
However, after a moment of thought, Li Man'er's expression relaxed.
She was certain that Qi Yihan had not witnessed that scene. When she acted, she had held her breath and sensed everything around her. There was no one in the courtyard, no one in the room, and no one on the rooftop.
Nourished by the spiritual mist spring, Li Man'er's body was long beyond that of an ordinary person. Her senses were sharp and keen, far surpassing those of ordinary martial artists. If Qi Yihan had been on the rooftop at that time, she would definitely have discovered him. No matter how high Qi Yihan's martial arts were, he absolutely could not escape her radar-like perception!
Relieved, Li Man'er began to eat her food with large bites, easing the slight tension she had felt earlier.
A carriage slowly passed by the entrance. The curtain was inadvertently lifted, and a delicate voice immediately rang out from inside the carriage: "Stop."
The carriage stopped steadily, and the carriage door opened. A nimble old woman jumped down and arranged the footstool.
A young maidservant first stepped down, then reached out and helped a graceful young lady alight. wap.kanshu伍.net
The young lady had a slender figure and wore a grass-green brocade cross-collared scholar's dress, which made her face appear as radiant as jade, captivating to behold. The young lady appeared to be about fourteen or fifteen years old, with her hair styled in a flowing immortal bun. On her head, she wore a pair of pearl strings inlaid with cat's eyes, looking both playful and adorable.
Such a beautiful and charming girl quickly attracted the attention of passersby. Beautiful things always bring joy, and just a few glances instantly made people feel better.
"Young lady, this eatery looks unassuming, but the young lady is indeed inside."
"I wouldn't be mistaken." The young lady's voice was like a warbler's song. She took a step towards the small eatery, completely ignoring the calls of the old woman behind her.
"Young lady, are you here to eat?" The young waiter was a little dazed. What was happening today? All the guests were beautiful and noble.
"Looking for someone." The young maidservant was very protective of her mistress.
At this moment, Li Tian'er had already spotted Li Man'er sitting in the corner and quickly walked over.
"Eldest sister, it really is you!" Li Tian'er's expression was one of extreme surprise. She then said to her maidservant, "I told you I wasn't mistaken! Eldest sister's beauty is as stunning as a startled swan, unforgettable at first sight."
Li Man'er looked up and stared at the young girl for a moment, then couldn't help but bite her chopsticks. This was the daughter of the second branch?
Bai Shi had three children: the eldest son Li Qingzhou and the eldest daughter Li Tian'er were twins, the same age as Li Zhaor. They were just born half a year later.
"It's Tian'er. When did you return?" read the book.
Li Tian'er had not been in the capital before; she had gone to her maternal grandfather's home for a stay. She did not return when Guo Shi died, nor did she show up when Li Zhaor got married.
This younger cousin of hers was rather interesting.
Li Tian'er was not shy and directly sat down opposite Li Man'er. "Eldest sister, why are you eating here? Huh, what is that box next to you for? It looks like a doctor's medicine chest."
This was meaningless.
Although Li Tian'er lived at her maternal grandfather's home, hadn't Bai Shi written to her? With so many changes happening at home, she hadn't received any news?
How could that be?
"This is a medicine chest." Li Man'er didn't say much, picked up a small dish in front of her with her chopsticks. "Third sister, you just returned to the capital today. Second aunt must be anxious to see you. Why aren't you in a hurry?"
"Of course I'm in a hurry." Li Tian'er gave a stiff smile. "I haven't seen eldest sister for a long time either. If I saw you, should I pretend not to see you? Eldest sister, we sisters haven't seen each other for a long time. Shall we go back together?"
Li Man'er shook her head. "Never mind, I haven't finished eating yet! Why don't you eat something too?"
Li Tian'er quickly said, "I'm not hungry. Um, eldest sister, you really aren't coming back with me?"