Consort of a Thousand Faces - Chapter 400

Chapter 400

CHAPTER 400 (1): PRINCE HAO TAKES ACTION

Mei Jinxiu racked her brains for a way to escape, but the guard easily exposed her intentions . “Miss, the Commandery Prince is an upright person . He is only inviting you over for a meal . Please follow this subordinate . ”

“If it’s truly an invitation, I can choose to accept or reject it . ” Mei Jinxiu immediately walked forward .

She had only taken two steps when a large arm blocked her . “Miss, you don’t seem to be aware of Beimin’s rules . The Commandery Prince’s invitation can’t be rejected . ”

Having heard the guard’s words, Mei Jinxiu immediately understood that Xie Yun wasn’t what one would call a ‘good person’ .  He’s definitely Prince Hao’s enemy! He must have looked into my background and found out that I’m not from Beimin!

The Xie Family was a prestigious aristocratic family, and she knew that she wouldn’t be able to win against the guard in a head-on clash .  I should pretend to agree first, then think of a way to escape later .

Mei Jinxiu nodded . “Alright, I’ll go with you . ”

The guard waved his hand, beckoning a horse carriage to drive over . Mei Jinxiu’s eyes filled with self-deprecation when she saw it . To have a horse carriage waiting means that they’ve already been tailing me for a long time!

“Miss, please board the horse carriage . ” The guard respectfully extended his hand .

Mei Jinxiu coldly snorted . “The way the Commandery Prince Residence treats its guests is absolutely great!” She flung her sleeves, and got onto the carriage .

With a crack of the horsewhip, the horse carriage swiftly headed in the direction of the Commandery Prince Residence .

It wasn’t long before the carriage arrived in front of the Commandery Prince Residence, affording Mei Jinxiu a look at it’s exterior . The entrance itself was similar in size to the Pei Residence, but the interior design was different .

Mei Jinxiu followed the guard to the main hall where Xie Yun was sitting in the upper seat, smiling down at his ‘guest’ .

The guard bowed and withdrew, leaving only the two of them in the main hall .

“Commandery Prince Xie, let’s not beat about the bush . What are your intentions? You’re clearly not friends with Prince Hao; you lied to me!” Mei Jinxiu yelled, completely disregarding Xie Yun’s status .

Although she had tried to keep her temper in check, her true nature couldn’t help but boil to the surface after being deceived .  I hate the Mei Family’s elders for lying to me for many years!

“Miss Mei, as a healer, you should drink some tea to reduce your internal fire . ” Xie Yun picked up the teapot and poured some into a cup before handing it to her .

“I don’t drink tea . ” Mei Jinxiu fixed him with a stern look before continuing . “Prince Yun’s reason for entering Beimin is undoubtedly to snatch Su Xi-er away . You stopped me from informing Prince Hao, and you must be in cahoots with Prince Yun . ” 

“Miss Mei, why are you in such a rage? After staying in the Pei Residence for so long, you are getting more and more hot-headed . ”

“Commandery Prince, you are despicable!” Mei Jinxiu gnashed out . She would be reminded of the Mei Family Elders whenever she looked at him .  I hate being lied to!

“Despicable?” Xie Yun questioned .  The amount of blood that stains my hand is much less than Prince Hao’s . I don’t steal from others either, but this is already considered despicable? I’m simply skilled in reading people’s minds and using that to my advantage .

“Commandery Prince Xie, I have already accepted your invitation, I will be going now . ” Mei Jinxiu snorted before turning to leave .

“How can you leave before having a meal?” Xie Yun clapped his hands to signal for the meal to be served .

A moment later, a few guards carried a table in, followed by trays of sumptuous dishes .

“It won’t take long for you to finish eating first . ” Xie Yun walked to the table and gestured for Mei Jinxiu to take a seat .

“Do you take me for a fool? Dishes served by a despicable person will definitely be poisoned . You try a bite first . ” Mei Jinxiu warily looked at him .

Xie Yun picked up a pair of chopsticks and made a point of tasting each dish before sitting down . “You are already in this Prince’s residence . Why would I bother with poison when I could take your life with the lift of a finger?”

CHAPTER 400 (2): PRINCE HAO TAKES ACTION

Why on earth has he invited me here? With that in mind, Mei Jinxiu sat down at the table .

“You made the disfigurement powder for Pei Anru, but who would have known that she would be hoisted by her own petard . ” Xie Yun calmly stated before looking at Mei Jinxiu . “The Mei Family is known for their superior medical skills . This Prince knows that you have been chased out by your elders; help this Prince with a favour, and I will assist you in seizing back control of the Mei Family . ”

It was a very attractive deal, but Mei Jinxiu didn’t plan on accepting it .  Assisting me in seizing the Mei Family back is no small matter . If he is willing to offer this kind of enticing reward, the favour he’s asking will undoubtedly be even more extreme!

“Commandery Prince, I am unable to accept your kind intentions . I understand very well that there is no free lunch in this world . ”

“Why don’t you ask this Prince what I want you to do? It’s very simple”

“Someone as despicable as you will definitely make me do something heinously evil . I won’t do it . ” Mei Jinxiu bluntly stated before standing up .

There was a faint smile on Xie Yun’s face .  This woman’s personality is much tougher than Tan Ge’s; she isn’t easy to control .

“A healer must have a conscience, hold firm to their beliefs and virtues, and have a strong sense of ethics . Commandery Prince Xie, please find someone else to fulfil your favour . ” Mei Jinxiu prepared to walk out of the main hall .

She had only taken a few steps when she was blocked by Xie Yun . “It should be easy enough for you to make some medicine for me, correct?”

“Don’t dream of asking me to make medicine . ” Mei Jinxiu raised her head to glower at him .

“You will only leave the Commandery Prince Residence when you agree . ” Xie Yun chuckled and instructed the guards outside the main hall . “Guards, send Miss Mei to the side room to rest . ”

She immediately felt a headache coming on .  I’m being held captive again!

Acknowledging Xie Yun’s orders, the guards gestured for Mei Jinxiu to follow .  

Just as she began to helplessly obey, another guard frantically rushed in . “Commandery Prince, the soldiers you deployed away from the capital were suddenly attacked by mountain bandits . It also rained that night, causing the mountain slopes to cave in . Many soldiers, including Commander Ye, were trapped in the disaster and died . ”

“What?!” Any remaining traces of smugness were wiped from Xie Yun’s face as his eyes darkened . “Prepare a horse . This Prince will personally head over . ”

Commander Ye was to Xie Yun what Wu Ling was to Pei Qianhao . Needless to say, this wasn’t something he could take lightly .

Mei Jinxiu laughed in glee, and shouted, “Those who have a guilty conscience will receive their retribution . It’s a pity that the soldiers under you were the ones to bear the punishment . A person should accumulate good deeds!”

She immediately felt a frigid gaze shooting in her direction . Xie Yun coldly walked up to her before raising his hand, swinging it straight at her face .

Even if Mei Jinxiu had some fighting skills, she wasn’t Xie Yun’s match . The force from his slap caused her head to tilt to the side, her cheek swelling .

The guard was frightened to the point that he didn’t even dare to breathe .  The Commandery Prince has never hit women, but it looks like that will no longer be the case . I can only say that this woman is too glib-tongued and arrogant, completely disregarding the Commandery Prince . If she continues to do so, she will be killed, even if she is still valuable .

Mei Jinxiu stopped talking, huffing with rage as she looked at Xie Yun .

“This Prince has plenty of methods to make you obey . ” Viciousness appeared on Xie Yun’s face before he swiftly turned to leave .

Mounting his horse, he rushed out of the city to where the incident had taken place . It was about 30 kilometres away, and he would only arrive around midnight even speeding there on his steed .

The covert guard from the Prince Hao Residence immediately went to the army barracks to report to Pei Qianhao after spotting Xie Yun’s departing figure .

However, when the covert guard entered the tent, he found Pei Qianhao to be unperturbed, as if he had already expected this to happen .

“Prince Hao, what should we do next?” The covert guard couldn’t help but ask .