Chapter 668: Peach Blossom Spirit

Zu An was a bit exasperated. Why was the Crown Princess so elusive, always bumping into her?

Now there was trouble. Although Yun Jianyue showed no obvious flaws on the surface, the Crown Princess was quite familiar with Gold Medal Eleven. Once she spoke or interacted, her disguise would be exposed.

“Greetings, Your Royal Highness!” The guards near Yunlong Gate saluted as soon as they saw her arrive.

The Crown Princess nodded slightly in acknowledgment. Her demeanor was elegant; anyone who saw her would praise her, sensing she was destined to be an empress someday.

She waved her hand, indicating for her attendants to move away. Only then did she approach Yun Jianyue, saying, “Lord Eleven, what a coincidence to meet you again.”

“Mmm,” Yun Jianyue mumbled in response. She knew perfectly well that speaking would expose her; she had clearly overheard the previous conversation between the Crown Princess and Gold Medal Eleven from inside the courtyard. It seemed the Crown Princess was very grateful for and highly regarded him because of the last rescue.

Suddenly, an idea sparked in her mind: Why not take this opportunity to kidnap or even kill her?

They were so close that she wouldn't even need to use her Grandmaster abilities.

However, she immediately dismissed the thought. Not only would killing a Crown Princess alone be meaningless, but even if it had meaning, it would put Zu An in a dangerous situation. He had helped her so much; how could she repay kindness with enmity?

The Crown Princess didn't seem to mind her 'aloof' attitude. A faint smile played on her lips as she said, “Lord Eleven, are you satisfied with the gift I sent you last time? If there's anything else you need, please don't hesitate to ask.”

Yun Jianyue was speechless. Hadn't everyone said the Crown Princess was aloof? Why was she talking so much?

Fortunately, the Crown Princess didn't wait for his reply. She continued, “By the way, I heard that Consort Bai also summoned Lord Eleven afterward. I wonder what she rewarded you with? What are your thoughts on her, Lord Eleven?”

Not far away, Rong Mo looked at her mistress with some confusion. Ordinarily, the Crown Princess was never like this; she was always aloof and indifferent to everyone. Many servants even found her a bit fierce.

Normally, if anyone dared to be so dismissive or unresponsive, the Crown Princess would have gotten angry long ago. But today, she didn't; her face was beaming with smiles, and she spoke more than usual. Could it be that she had some feelings for Lord Eleven?

This thought startled her as soon as it arose. She immediately stopped herself from fantasizing. As the Crown Princess's personal maid, she knew her mistress's character: she would never do anything to disgrace her family. Moreover, the Crown Princess was a strong-willed woman at heart; she craved power, which only the Crown Prince and her current status could provide. She would absolutely not act rashly.

Hmm, it must just be gratitude because Lord Eleven saved her.

Recalling that night when everyone in the Eastern Palace was in desperate straits, and Gold Medal Eleven descended like a divine soldier, Rong Mo secretly nodded. And truthfully, Lord Eleven had looked quite handsome then.

At this moment, Yun Jianyue looked at the Crown Princess, who was smiling and chatting before her. Her expression under the mask was a mix of a smile and a frown. As a woman herself, she keenly sensed that the Crown Princess had an unusual liking for Zu An.

She didn't expect Honglei to gain such a love rival...

Pah! When did I ever agree to anything between Honglei and him?

Anyway, Honglei couldn't lose her virginity for a long time. Better a short pain than a long one; it would be better to end things now to avoid affecting Honglei's pursuit of cultivation.

I'll just find another way to compensate him for his recent help to the Holy Sect.

On second thought, this guy must be a reincarnated love charm! He's only been here a few days, and even the Crown Princess is captivated by him?

No wonder my diligent disciple, whom I've painstakingly groomed for over a decade, also fell for him.

As her thoughts swirled, the Crown Princess, who had received no response for a long time, finally became somewhat confused. “Lord Eleven, why aren't you speaking?”

Yun Jianyue felt anxious. She could sense the mysterious tracker nearby, and if her disguise was exposed, Zu An would be in danger.

Just then, Zu An's vital energy transmission sounded in her ear: “Don't worry, leave it to me.”

Immediately after, he transmitted his vital energy to the Crown Princess, saying, “Your Royal Highness, please forgive me, but Consort Bai is of noble status, and it is not appropriate for us subjects to comment on her.”

Yun Jianyue was wearing a mask, and the Crown Princess's cultivation was not high enough to distinguish whether it was vital energy transmission or if the person was speaking aloud.

“Noble status?” The Crown Princess sneered, clearly displeased. “That woman excels at nothing else but feigning a pitiful appearance.”

Yun Jianyue looked astonished. Since it was a vital energy transmission, she couldn't hear what Zu An was saying. Based on the Crown Princess's words, she wondered, *Was she talking about Consort Bai?*

However, the Crown Princess quickly composed herself. She said somewhat apologetically, “My apologies, I was a bit out of line just now and made a spectacle of myself before Lord Eleven.”

Yun Jianyue shook her head, indicating it was fine.

Zu An mused that the Crown Princess's resentment towards Consort Bai was truly deep. Could it be because Consort Bai had given birth to a son for the Crown Prince, making her feel threatened about the future?

However, now was clearly not the time to dwell on such matters. He was worried that if the Crown Princess kept talking, Yun Jianyue would eventually be exposed. So, he decided to take drastic action: “Your Royal Highness, why are you so concerned about my opinion of Consort Bai? Are you perhaps jealous?”

The Crown Princess's pale face instantly flushed crimson. She glared fiercely at Yun Jianyue and exclaimed, “You scoundrel!”

With that, she swept her sleeves and walked away. However, her hurried departure looked more like a retreat.

Rong Mo and the others were startled by this sight. They rushed to meet her, having originally wanted to ask what was wrong. But the Crown Princess remained silent, and they dared not ask, so they could only hastily follow her.

Yun Jianyue's expression was strange. Why did the Crown Princess seem to be flirting just now?

She couldn't help but transmit her voice to ask, “What did you just say to her?”

Zu An snorted irritably. “Shouldn't you be using this chance to leave the palace quickly? Is this the time for gossip?”

Yun Jianyue's pretty face flushed. She also felt that she was being a bit insensible. She hummed in acknowledgment and took the opportunity to leave the palace.

Soon, her voice came again: “That person seems to have followed me out of the palace.”

Zu An was startled. “I didn't see anyone leave the palace.”

He had been secretly watching just now. No one else had passed through the palace gate except Yun Jianyue.

Yun Jianyue pondered for a moment and said, “I understand. Some races in this world have special stealth abilities, like the Night Elves who can move through shadows. This person most likely used a similar method.”

Zu An said with some concern, “Then I'll come out and help you!”

“No need,” Yun Jianyue replied, regaining the domineering aura of the Demonic Sect Master. “Once I'm out of the palace, I'll find an opportunity to take care of him for you.”

“Then be careful!” Zu An thought it over and agreed. Outside the palace, she wouldn't have to worry so much about the Emperor's divine sense. Dealing with a tracker in the shadows wouldn't be a big problem for her. If he followed her out, it would be easier to expose his connection with Gold Medal Eleven.

Leaving Yunlong Gate, Zu An returned to the Eastern Palace to report back to the Crown Princess. Upon entering the main gate, he saw the plump Crown Prince in the main hall, coercing a few young eunuchs into playing chess.

Little Hezi and Little Xuzi wore expressions of utter despair, being severely reprimanded by the plump prince.

The Crown Prince was overjoyed when he saw Zu An. “Come over here quickly! These idiots don't even know how to play Go.”

Little Hezi and Little Xuzi inwardly grumbled, *If we knew how to play Go, why would we be eunuchs?*

In this era, Go was a refined pastime, understood only by nobles and prominent local families.

“Go?” Zu An stared at him with a skeptical expression. Was this guy's intelligence enough to handle such a complex game?

Even with my intelligence, I don't know how to play.

“Your Royal Highness knows how to play Go?” he couldn't help but ask.

The plump prince's face hardened. “Didn't I tell you to teach me? I don't care, if you can't teach me today, I'll have them send you to the Bureau of Imperial Household Affairs.”

Zu An was speechless.

This fat ass could really be annoying sometimes.

The eunuchs nearby looked sympathetic. The Crown Prince must have woken up on the wrong side of the bed today, suddenly getting the urge to learn Go. Not only did they not know how to play, but even if they did, teaching it to the Crown Prince, given his aptitude, would be a fantasy.

Just then, the Crown Prince glared at Zu An. “What are you standing there gaping for? Don't tell me you don't know how?”

Zu An coughed. “It's just Go, how hard can it be?”