I was oblivious to what was happening outside and devoted all my energy to stopping the bleeding, applying medicine, bandaging, every detail, without a single mistake.

  When everything finally came to an end and I was certain that his injuries were no longer serious, the sky outside the window had gradually lightened.

  A weight was lifted off my mind, and fatigue crept in, I casually wiped the fine sweat from my forehead with my sleeve, only to feel a huge boulder finally falling to the ground, and my whole body relaxed.

  Then at that moment, I suddenly realized that before this, I myself had not noticed how much his wound had been weighing on my mind.

  I shivered slightly and didnt dare or didnt want to think about it anymore, but couldnt help feeling a little scared.

  Im afraid of something, but I myself cant distinguish what it is. However, this feeling is something that I am unable to suppress.

  "The princess must be tired, let Xunyun send you back first." Nan Chengyaos voice faintly echoed in the night, seemingly carrying some gloomy emotions, but ultimately returning to silence.

  I forced myself to calm down and looked at the neatly bandaged wound, saying: "Your Highnesss injury is not serious, just need to rest and recover, after a while, you will be fine, and there wont be any sequelae. Qinger wont disturb Your Highnesss rest anymore, Ill take my leave first, and come back tomorrow to change the dressing for Your Highness."

  Why was he injured, who hurt him, and why didnt they call the imperial physician but instead came to me? These questions, Im not unwilling to know, but I understand that at least for now, its absolutely not the right time to ask.

  Just as I was about to leave without saying another word, I heard a gentle yet slightly harsh voice outside the door: "Since someone saw the assassin enter the Third Princes residence and every nook and cranny has been searched without finding any trace of the assassin, only Qintian Residence is left. Why must General Manager Qin continue to obstruct, could it be that theres some unmentionable secret?"

  I was taken aback for a moment, never expecting that the owner of the voice would be none other than the current crown prince, Nan Chengmo.

  I had been so focused on Nan Chengyaos injury that I almost forgot about the commotion outside, but now as I look out the window, the lights are like daylight and people are swarming around, it seems things have reached a point of no return.

  Xunyun and Zhuyurapidly changed their expressions, immediately started to clean up the water basin, medicine box, and those blood-stained clothes and bedding. The two peoples movements were extremely swift and efficient, and in no time, the entire room was spotless and tidy, as if nothing had happened.

  Even a gentle breeze would stir up some ripples, and I slightly furrowed my brow.

  Nan Chengyaos expression remained calm and unruffled, his voice still soft as he instructed Xun Yun: "Escort the princess out through the back door, then you stay there until this matter is settled."

  Xun Yun took a deep breath and finally couldnt disobey him, silently nodding in agreement. He walked to my side and made a please gesture with his hand.

  I hesitated for a moment and asked: "Is there wine?"

  Xun Yun was taken aback, seemingly not expecting me to ask this. I didnt feel like explaining and simply thought for a moment before speaking: "If there is any, would you mind getting some for me? The more the better, preferably the kind that His Highness usually drinks."

  Xun Yun was still puzzled, but Nan Chengyaos dark eyes slowly showed a hint of appreciation. He nodded slightly, indicating that Xun Yun should follow my instructions.

  Xun Yun got his instructions and soon brought up the wine, a fine vintage with an enticing aroma.

  Cant help but think that Nan Chengyao really knows how to reward himself, he spent a lot of effort to find a jar for me, but now its all going to waste.

  Regret filled his heart, but his hands moved without hesitation, slowly pouring the priceless Domaine wine onto the ground, the couch, and the chair cushions...

  A room filled with the refreshing aroma of wine, replaced the medicinal and bloody smell that originally permeated the air. I smiled slightly, only then was it perfect.

  Just as I was about to say something, I heard Qin Ans voice outside the door, which had been trying to stop us, getting higher and higher. He was warning us, but also indicating that the people outside were about to lose their patience.

  "Your Highness, Ive just said that theres no assassin in the house, and the Third Prince has already gone to bed. You know his temper, if we disturb his rest, I wont be able to bear the responsibility..."

  "If the Third Prince is blamed, I will naturally take responsibility. If the assassin is let go and the Emperor investigates, no one can bear the consequences." The Crown Princes voice took on an unyielding firmness: "Hou Ying, surround the garden with your men, absolutely do not let the assassin escape. Feng Di, follow me in, ensure my Third Brothers safety."

  "Your Highness..." Qin An was still struggling to stop him, but it was already the last ditch effort. There were chaotic footsteps gradually approaching the bedroom.

  Nan Chengyaos expression didnt change, he just smiled slightly at me: "I originally didnt want to drag you into this, but now it seems that even if you wanted to leave, its too late. Princess, the night is cool, why not rest on the couch for a while?"

  They exchanged a glance, and without waiting for Nan Xiangs instructions, they quickly extinguished the candles and exited the bedroom, closing the door behind them.

  I smiled faintly and said, "Your Highness didnt say that since Ive married into the Third Princes household, how can I still think of staying out of it? Whether its good fortune or disaster, Qinger should advance and retreat together with Your Highness."

  He didnt say anything, just looked at me.

  "Director Qin, whats going on? The prince had just fallen asleep not long ago. Youre bringing so many people in; if you provoke the princes anger, I wont take responsibility for this."

  Qin An cooperated with her to stall for time, I took a deep breath, downed the wine in my cup, then poured the remaining liquid from the jug onto my clothes. Closing my eyes, I pulled out the snowy soft smoke gauze from my waist and let it slide down, causing the white soft gauze on my body to fall off.

  My cheeks were burning, but I didnt have time to be bashful. I quickly lay down in the empty space he had left on the kang, pulled over the thin quilt to cover my body clad only in a moon-white fur-lined robe, and dared not move at all. In my heart, I kept telling myself that he was my husband, and there was nothing to be ashamed of.

  By the ear, it seemed that he had a low laugh, then a pair of slender arms, across the brocade quilt, gently wrapped around me.

  We had barely lain down for a few seconds when we heard the door of the hall creak softly, and Nan Chengyuan had already pushed open the door and entered.