After refusing marriage, she was pampered by the prince who acted as a shield.

Chapter 542: Letting Go

They only took action after Li Jingyang returned.

"What's wrong? I heard you went up the city wall today. It's very dangerous there. You can't just go up there."

"Of course I knew there was danger there, but in order to see things more clearly, I didn't expect that seeing them would only give me a bigger headache."

Upon hearing that Lin Rusi was unwell, he immediately stepped forward and brought her to his side.

"What happened? Why did this happen?"

"It's not that I'm feeling unwell, but rather that there's been a sudden increase in the number of refugees in the city. Didn't you notice?"

While he was in the military camp, Li Jingyang hadn't noticed these things, but after Lin Rusi mentioned them, he remembered everything.

Upon discovering that it was indeed as she had said, his face immediately darkened.

You mean they've already come in?

"I'm afraid they've already realized what's going on with Shen Liuying. Did your people notice anything unusual when they went to investigate?"

"I asked her brother."

As if realizing something, Lin Rusi's expression changed slightly, and she slammed her head directly into Li Jingyang's chest.

"This is troublesome. I'm afraid that's a signal, and different answers will lead to different actions."

"I'm afraid that answer will just be the one that prompts people to take action."

Li Jingyang didn't ask what those people had said; he simply patted his wife's head gently to reassure her not to worry too much.

A moment later, the person in his arms slowly closed their eyes.

However, this was not a break, but a serious consideration of how to deal with the situation, and after a long while, he let out another sigh.

What do you think we should do?

This matter is far too dangerous. If it is not handled properly, it could result in the sacrifice of all the people who have been so painstakingly protected.

This would render all previous efforts futile.

Lin Rusi gripped Li Jingyang's sleeve tightly, and tried to grab his hand as well.

But he didn't give that chance. Instead, he picked the person up and placed them on a softer bed that was more suitable for resting.

“I will make arrangements for this matter. Shen Liuying should be released and allowed to find her true master.”

"Even so, it won't stop them. I'll have people keep an eye on those beggars."

There may also be villagers who were previously arrested mixed in.

Li Jingyang knew this was the only way, so he nodded and called the guards who had been waiting outside inside.

After a rough arrangement, the room became quiet again.

The next day, as dawn was breaking, Li Jingyang put on his coat and left.

Back at the military camp, looking at the now quiet tents, Li Jingyang and his men threw Shen Liuying out.

That's right, it's throwing them. They put people in sacks and dumped them in the mountains and fields.

"what!"

Even after walking for a long time, you could still hear that shrill scream.

"Is this really a good idea, Your Highness? You must know that she is a young lady. If you throw her into the wilderness like this, she will probably be eaten by wild animals."

"Since you're so worried, why don't you go and be the hero and save the damsel in distress?"

He wanted to thank Li Jingyang for his mercy, but before he could even utter the words, a cold gaze swept over him, and he could no longer speak.

The group quickly left, and the screams disappeared. A sharp dagger slit through the sack.

Shen Liuying emerged from within, quickly looked around to make sure there were no problems, and then rushed deeper into the area.

They sped along for almost half an hour before finally stopping.

But this forest is extremely large, and we've only walked halfway through it after all this time.

Shen Liuying did not leave, but let her body fall into the water, and only emerged from it after the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

The guards observed all of this but did nothing.

But there was no response for two days in a row, which made even the patient him want to assume that it was a misunderstanding.

Just as the last day of Li Jingyang's instructions arrived, and the guards were about to get up and leave, a clear sound came from another direction.

Without even thinking, one could guess who it was, so he naturally kept one position to avoid being noticed.

"You're hiding here? Didn't I tell you to come find me in the city as soon as you regain your freedom?"

"You think I don't want to? If I could, I would definitely go."

When Prince Yun heard her words, he thought someone was still witnessing something, so he immediately lowered his voice and asked what was going on.

But Shen Liuying didn't say anything, instead just kept sneering.

I thought this would scare them, but they didn't make a sound, and their eyes even became colder.

Startled by his appearance, Prince Yun remained silent for a long time before finally softening his tone.

"How's the work going?"

"What do you mean, 'so what'? I almost lost my life, and all you care about is this?"

"What do you think your life is worth? Don't forget your brother is still in my hands."

Shen Liuying, who was about to continue speaking, froze, and after a long while, she raised her head to look at Prince Yun, who had not spoken.

Knowing that he had her weakness, the other party's smile was obvious.

"If you know you're not good enough, you should cooperate obediently, or don't blame me for being ruthless."

"I've done what you asked me to do. Now give my brother back to me!"

Prince Yun didn't seem to care about the other party's attitude at all, and even turned to look at the seat next to him.

A murderous glint flashed in Shen Liuying's eyes, but she was blocked by several guards who appeared the next moment.

"Are you really going to lay a hand on me? It's just a pity for your brother, such a gentle and refined man, about to..."

"Don't do that!"

His overly excited tone made Prince Yun laugh.

After everyone had finished laughing, he turned to look at Shen Liuying, who was furious behind him, and lifted a tuft of hair.

"If you don't want your brother to be crippled, then you'd better listen to me obediently, or you'll regret it."

"What exactly do you want?!"

"Don't shout so loudly. If you attract wild beasts, you'll never see your brother again. He also..."

Shen Liuying's eyes were red and she clung tightly to the other person's arm.

"Is there anything else you want to say? If not, I'm leaving."

"Please give the order, and I will do my best."

Having gotten the answer he wanted, Prince Yun's lips curled into a smile as he leaned down to stand beside Shen Liuying, who was kneeling on the ground.

He spoke softly for a while before raising his head and smiling.

"Do your best. If you succeed, I will reunite you. If you fail, I will show you his remains before you die."

Shen Liuying remained silent, staring intently at Prince Yun.

"That's a really good eye."

No sooner had she finished speaking than a slap landed on Shen Liuying's face.

"But I don't like it when people see me that way."

Without giving Shen Liuying a chance, Prince Yun left with his men.

Another person appeared next to the guard. The two exchanged glances and then left the place.

He had just returned to the city and hadn't even had a chance to tell Lin Rusi what he'd heard when he was interrupted.