Rumor Has It That I’m Pregnant with His Highness’ Child - Chapter 165
165 Escape
Che Xuekun endured the pain and found the medication for external injuries in the carriage.
He sprinkled the powder on the wound, then tore a piece of fabric from his shirt and wrapped it around the wound.
This way, the wound would be treated simply.
At this moment, he hated Yu Niaoniao to the core. He swore that he would definitely cut her into pieces when he caught her!
As he was thinking this, he suddenly heard a bird’s cry, followed by the sound of a bird flapping its wings.
Someone was coming this way!
Che Xuekun immediately became vigilant.
He stuck his head out of the window and looked out. Sure enough, he saw a group of people riding straight over.
Che Xuekun did not know the other party’s identity or background, nor did he know if the other party was an enemy or a friend, but he did not dare to take the risk.
He grabbed the bundle and threw it over his shoulder. He jumped down from the carriage, intending to crawl into the woods and hide.
However, before he could run far, he was caught from behind.
There were about a dozen people coming. They were dressed very ordinarily, but all of them were armed and trained.
They surrounded Che Xuekun.
Che Xuekun heaved a sigh of relief when he realized that they were not Eagle Guards.
However, he was still on guard. “Who are you?”
Shen Junzhi, who was dressed in a white robe, dismounted and slowly walked to the carriage.
He saw signs of a struggle in the car, and some fresh blood that had not dried. A small shiny object lay in the corner.
Shen Junzhi reached out and picked it up. He realized that it was an exquisite small silver earring.
This should be something that Yu Niaoniao was wearing.
He turned and his gaze fell on Che Xuekun.
“Where is she?”
At this moment, Shen Junzhi was no longer as gentle and considerate as usual. He exuded a dangerous aura.
Che Xuekun asked, “Who’s there?”
Shen Junzhi shook the silver earring in his hand. “Where is the owner of this earring now?”
Che Xuekun gritted his teeth and threatened fiercely.
“I don’t know you. I have no grudge against you. Don’t interfere!”
As soon as he finished speaking, someone kicked him to the ground. Then someone raised a foot and stepped on his arm.
The wound that had just been bandaged immediately split open, and blood kept gushing out.
The pain was worse than death. He trembled.
The servant threatened with a dark expression.
“Answer honestly whatever our Young Master asks you. If you continue to be stubborn, I’ll cut off your flesh piece by piece and hang you on a tree. There should be many ferocious beasts hidden in the deep mountains and forests. When they follow the smell of blood, let’s see if you can still be as stubborn as you are now.”
Che Xuekun was frightened by the scene he described. In addition to the intense pain from his wound, the dual torture of his mind and body forced Che Xuekun to be unable to resist anymore. He could only tell the truth.
“She ran away.”
Shen Junzhi asked, “Where did she go?”
Che Xuekun said, “She entered the mountains and disappeared.”
Shen Junzhi looked at the dense forest in front of him with a thoughtful expression.
The servant said, “The terrain in this mountain is complicated, and Miss Yu is alone. She will definitely get lost after entering. I’m afraid it will be difficult for us to find her again.”
Shen Junzhi smiled gently.
“You don’t understand Niaoniao. She had a photographic memory. She would remember anything she walked past. No complicated terrain could trap her. I guess it was because she had that confidence that she dared to escape into the forest alone.”
He couldn’t help but sound proud at the end. His Niaoniao had been smart since she was a child. She wouldn’t be stumped by such a small problem.
The servant understood and asked.
“Then where should we find her next?”
Shen Junzhi said calmly, “No matter which path she takes, she will eventually return to the Imperial Capital. We’ll wait for her on the path back to the capital.”
“Yes, Young Master.”
… .
Today was the wedding day of Duke Lang and Yu Niaoniao.
Before dawn, the people from the Langjun Imperial Palace were already busy.
Xiao Juan changed into a bright red wedding robe and put on a dark long-sleeved shirt. His black hair was completely tied up and fixed with a golden crown. He had a golden jade belt at his waist and auspicious cloud patterns were embroidered on the hem of his robe.
Granny Xiu Yan took out the Dragon and Phoenix Auspicious Jade pendant she had prepared in advance and hung it on his waist.
She looked at the tall man in front of her and smiled in relief.
“Your Highness, I’ve been looking forward to this day for so many years.”
In the past, when she was in the palace, she was in charge of taking care of Duke Lang’s daily life. Later, when Duke Lang moved out to establish a residence, he specially asked for the emperor’s favor and asked her to come out too.
All these years, she had been handling the daily matters of the Langjun Imperial Palace. It could be said that she had watched Prince Lang grow up with her own eyes.
But she couldn’t stay with him forever. Her life had entered its twilight years. There was not much time left.
Granny Xiu Yan was worried. What would happen to Duke Lang after she left? Who would take care of him?
Fortunately, Yu Niaoniao appeared. Not only was she beautiful, but she also had a good personality, was lively and cute, and could cook delicious food. She was the most suitable person for Duke Lang. They would definitely live well in the future.
According to the rules, parents had to be present on the day of the wedding. However, Xiao Juan’s biological mother, Princess Ni Yang, did not appear.
Xiao Juan had sent someone to send her a letter, but she did not reply. Until now, she was still in her fief. It seemed that she had no intention of attending the wedding.
Xiao Juan had long expected this, so he was not disappointed.
Seeing that it was about time, Xiao Juan strode out of Langjun Imperial Palace.
The carriage was ready.
It was a very luxurious horse carriage. There were a total of eight horses pulling it, and the front and back of the carriage were filled with Eagle Guards.
They were all wearing black Eagle Guards uniforms and riding tall horses. They stood in line neatly. From afar, a cold and murderous aura assaulted their faces.
Granny Xiu Yan’s eyelids twitched.
Were they going to escort the bride? Or kidnap her?
She couldn’t help but remind him.
“Today is a joyous day. Can’t you guys show some joy? At least smile!”
Actually, the Eagle Guards wanted to smile too, but as long as they saw Duke Lang, they could not help but tense up. They did not even dare to breathe, let alone laugh.
Meng Xizhou’s lips twitched as he forced a smile.
“Nanny, can you see me smiling like this?”
Granny Xiu Yan was speechless.
Why was a nice young man smiling so crookedly?
She rubbed her arms. “Forget it. Don’t smile. It’s creepy.”
At this moment, the Sixth Prince’s carriage arrived.
Shen Rui stuck his head out of the carriage and smiled at Xiao Juan.
“Prince Lang, I’m not late, am I?”
Xiao Juan said no.
The group set off from the county palace and headed towards the Yu Residence.
The citizens in the city also knew that today was the day of Duke Lang’s marriage. There were many people watching on the road.
Some people who disliked Duke Lang wanted to take the opportunity to cause trouble, but before they could do anything, they were taken down by the Eagle Guards.
