82 Just Too Eye-catching (1/2)

Hongyue raised the flower into her view with a slow twist of her wrist, and her dark eyes followed the movement of the flower knowingly. Such brilliant violet was impressive, was it not? Holding to her nose, she took a light sniff. Pinching the flower by the stem, she drew the flower down the side of her jaw. Her teasing gesture was quite provoking to the eyes, ”Play? Don't speak so carelessly. I'm fighting for my life, can't you see?”

This statement wasn't a lie.

From her first step off of the carriage, Hongyue was already fighting for her life.

What the distance between each step needed to be. What face she should have on at each moment. What tone of voice she needed to use to talk. All those mannerisms were to portrayed her role as the stupid eldest miss and were all prepared for that purpose.

Not one was real.

Calculated.

Prepared.

In a dangerous battlefield, there were uncertainties everywhere and to make the game flow, Hongyue needed to play the pawn. Nonetheless, it didn't mean she was invincible.

It was all about calculating steps.

Even now, although she looked like she was revealing her true face with her hidden intentions, it was merely another act. One that looked genuine to the third prince but merely a trap for the rats planted within the grounds of the garden.

Playing the role of a fox pretending to be a sheep that was actually a demon, Hongyue smiled, just the fitting role for her.

”If you're so worried, why not leave?” Hongyue asked, her question piercing into Jiayi's heart.

Yes.

Why not leave?

To have him be the one to lead her into the garden, it was already the first move from the Empress. There was no doubt there would be something planned for her here. Seeing him not answer, Hongyue chuckled. Her body shook from laughter, but her eyes revealed a hidden intention.

Just how much hope was he betting on her?

He should already know of the danger he was put in. If he were smart, he would make the first move to leave.

From their interaction, Hongyue knew he wanted something from her, but just what was still unknown. Does he want her help, her alliance, or...her blood?

Why is it that everyone desired for her blood? In her past life, and as well as in this life.

Fine.