The daughter of the emperor was reborn and was spoiled by the sickly prince.

After all the strangers had left, Liao Qinglan pulled Gu Mingzhao aside and asked with concern, "Brother, why didn't you come back all night? Did you see the bandit leader?"

"Yes, he was in the place where Wang Tingzhi was imprisoned. I tried to find a chance to talk to him, which took me some time."

"How is Wang Tingzhi's injury?" Liao Qinglan asked softly.

Gu Mingzhao sighed inwardly.

Wang Tingzhi's body was covered with whip wounds, and he was not completely unharmed.

But he didn't want to make Qinglan worry, so he responded lightly: "Someone has treated his injuries, and he is fine now."

"Is it the same woman from last time? Have you found out her background?" Liao Qinglan asked.

Gu Mingzhao nodded slightly: "Come to think of it, you should know this person. I heard you mention him before."

"Who?"

"Qin Xiaoxiao." Gu Mingzhao uttered the name lightly.

"What!" Liao Qinglan stood up in shock, tightly grasped Gu Mingzhao's arm, and looked him up and down.

"What are you looking at?"

"You don't know! Qin Xiaoxiao has always coveted your beauty! She was even willing to dismiss all her lovers for you. I'm afraid she's still determined and will do something to you!" Liao Qinglan clenched her fists.

Seeing her nervous look, Gu Mingzhao couldn't help but laugh: "Don't worry, with your husband's skills, she doesn't have the ability to do that even if she has the intention."

The word "husband" made Liao Qinglan feel very happy.

"But from the look of her, she doesn't seem to like me," said Gu Mingzhao.

"What?" Liao Qinglan was a little surprised. "What about her feelings towards Wang Tingzhi?"

"She seems to have some genuine feelings for Wang Tingzhi."

"This woman is really..." Liao Qinglan shook her head helplessly, "How could she fall in love with someone else so easily?"

Gu Mingzhao held her hand and said in a deep voice: "Qinglan, let's put this matter aside for now. I want to hear your opinion now. Should we tell Qin Bo about this?"

Liao Qinglan pondered for a moment and said, "The Qin family has a huge influence in the capital, and they are from the same clan as Grand Tutor Qin. I really can't understand how Qin Xiaoxiao could be related to the traitor."

"The Qin family and the traitors are not completely united, but more like a cooperative relationship. Qin Xiaoxiao is thinking about An... the son-in-law of the bandit leader, and the bandit leader also acquiesces in his attitude."

Like Wang Tingzhi, Gu Mingzhao was afraid that Liao Qinglan would have wild thoughts, so he chose to temporarily conceal An Ruohuai's identity.

"If that's the case, we can disintegrate them from within. I think it is necessary to tell Uncle Qin." Liao Qinglan said.

As they were talking, Qin Yunhan walked in with a smile on his face, holding a steaming hot breakfast in his hands: "Good morning, two young men! This is the breakfast I just made, come and try it."

Seeing the two of them looking at him seriously, Qin Yunhan asked curiously, "What's wrong? Is there something wrong?"

"It is true, and it has a lot to do with you, Qin Bo."

"what happened?"

Gu Mingzhao said: "I met Qin Xiaoxiao yesterday. She has a special relationship with the bandit leader here."

When Qin Yunhan heard this, the tray in his hand trembled violently and the food spilled all over the floor.

He widened his eyes in shock and said in a trembling voice: "Xiaoxiao...how could she be related to the bandit leader?"

Liao Qinglan sighed, "For this place to develop to this point, I'm afraid it couldn't have been without the financial support of the Qin family. Uncle Qin, this matter is very serious. Raising private soldiers is considered treason, and it is a serious crime that will result in the execution of nine generations of the clan."

"No, no, Xiaoxiao is not the kind of unfaithful and unfilial person. There must be a reason. Let me see her. I will definitely be able to convince her to turn back." Qin Yunhan said anxiously.

"Are you sure she will listen to you?" Gu Mingzhao asked.

"Xiaoxiao's mother passed away early. I raised her since she was a child. She is very filial to me and will definitely listen to what I say!"

Gu Mingzhao pondered for a moment and said, "It's a little difficult to see her. Do you have any token? I will convey your meaning to her."

Qin Yunhan quickly took out a jade seal: "This is the seal of the head of my Qin family. Xiaoxiao has known it since she was a child. She was naughty when she was a child and accidentally broke a corner of it."

Gu Mingzhao took the private seal and said, "Don't worry, Uncle Qin, I will do my best."

Qin Yunhan was still worried and knelt in front of Gu Mingzhao: "Sir, although I don't know who you are, I beg you to save Xiaoxiao! As long as Xiaoxiao can be pulled out of this matter, I am willing to give all the Qin family's property to you."

Liao Qinglan felt a little sad when she looked at him.

Qin Yunhan has his own character and pride. Even when he is among beggars, he is always calm and composed. This is the first time I see him lose his composure like this.

Liao Qinglan quickly helped Qin Yunhan up and looked at Gu Mingzhao: "Brother, can you help them?"

"I promise you, if she is willing to come back, I will ensure the safety of your Qin family." Gu Mingzhao promised.

A glimmer of hope flashed in Qin Yunhan's eyes: "Thank you, sir! The Qin family will never forget your kindness."

Liao Qinglan advised Qin Bo not to worry too much and not to let others see the flaws. He should just go back and wait for their news.

Qin Yunhan left as he was told.

Liao Qinglan walked Qin Yunhan to the door.

When the figure disappeared from sight, Gu Mingzhao suddenly hugged Liao Qinglan from behind.

He rested his chin on Liao Qinglan's shoulder and bit her neck.

"Brother, what's wrong?"

"Nothing, I just heard some things from Wang Tingzhi today... I must have really liked you in the past."

Wang Tingzhi told him today that he had tortured An Linglong to death in order to stand up for Liao Qinglan.

He had no doubt at all, his intuition told him that this was indeed what he did.

Moreover, An Linglong's fearful reaction when she saw him could not be faked.

Liao Qinglan raised the corners of her lips slightly and complained, "You don't believe what I say, but you believe what Wang Tingzhi says?"

"I will believe whatever you say from now on."

"Brother, you didn't sleep all night yesterday, go and have some rest."

"Will you sleep with me?"

Liao Qinglan pushed him and said, "Stop messing around. It's broad daylight. What will it look like if someone sees you like that?"

"You mean, it can be done at night?" Gu Mingzhao asked with a smile.

"We are not married yet, and we can't do it at night. We are forced to do this during this period of time."

Liao Qinglan's face flushed slightly as she retorted in a low voice.

Gu Mingzhao smiled even more deeply: "Qinglan, let's get married after we go back. It's not because of the marriage contract, but because I really want to see you every day."

This sentence, which was almost a confession, made Liao Qinglan's heart beat fast.

She said "hmm" softly.

Gu Mingzhao was happy when he got her answer. He picked her up and kicked the door shut.

"What are you going to do?"

Liao Qinglan was startled as she suddenly lost her balance and subconsciously hugged his neck.

"I'm leaving soon, stay with me for a while, dear."

Without allowing Liao Qinglan to object, he carried her to the bed and they lay down together.

Gu Mingzhao really just wanted to take a nap.

Not long after, Liao Qinglan heard steady breathing sounds coming from beside her.

She looked at him from the side, her heart slightly warmed, and she closed her eyes.