Forced to die for his loyalty, he was reborn in the arms of the cold and cruel regent!

Yuli lowered her eyes, tears almost falling.

"I have nothing, so I can only repay you with my meager gifts. I hope you will not despise me."

"It's not a good thing for me to not mind you staying in the Regent's Palace for such a long time. How about..."

"The prince doesn't want me anymore. Ever since my family died in the war, I have been wandering alone in this world, helpless and helpless. I hope the prince can have pity on me and take me in."

As Yu Li pleaded her case, she sobbed softly.

Even Shen Mengyao, who was standing behind her, felt deeply moved by her tearful look.

Qi Sui'an turned a deaf ear to him and said, "It's getting late. It's probably not appropriate for you to stay in my room. You should go back and rest early. Don't worry. I will take care of you after I bring you back to the capital."

Yuli took out a handkerchief and wiped the tears from her eyes.

"Thank you, Your Majesty. The night is long..."

Yuli's voice stopped abruptly. She seemed to realize the inappropriateness of her words, and quickly stopped talking, with a blush on her cheeks.

She bowed slightly, with a hint of shyness and reluctance in her voice: "It is my fault for speaking out of turn, please forgive me, Your Majesty. I will withdraw now, Your Majesty, please rest early."

Yuli bowed and was about to turn around and leave, but she heard Qi Sui'an cough lightly and said, "Miss Yuli, since you have nowhere to go, I will arrange a place for you. But the rules of the palace are strict, and you and I need to keep a proper distance to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings."

Yu Li heard this, although she felt unwilling, she could only force a smile and bowed again.

"I understand. Thank you for your understanding, Your Highness." After saying that, she slowly left the room. Before leaving, she did not forget to look back at Qi Sui'an, with complex emotions flashing in her eyes.

After Yuli left, Qi Sui'an quickly walked behind the screen and pulled Shen Mengyao out. Shen Mengyao stuck her head out, looked at Yuli's back as she left, and sighed softly: "She is also a pitiful person, but... her mind doesn't seem to be simple."

Qi Sui'an nodded, his expression solemn: "Not bad, forget it, let's wait and see!"

Perhaps because of Qi Suian's indulgence, Yu Li became more and more bold. She went in and out of here as if she were her own home and herself the mistress of the Regent's Palace, ordering people around and doing whatever they wanted.

Qi Suian only told Queyue to be patient and let her do whatever she wanted no matter what. Even if Yu Li made a big fuss in the mansion, Queyue could only endure it and hand over the things with both hands.

Yuli glanced at the rare goodies on the table and said, "Miss Queyue, thank you for your help. I have been feeling anxious and restless since I left home. I am very relieved that you are willing to give in to me like this."

"How can I be so capable?" Queyue rolled her eyes, but her tone was still respectful: "That's because the prince saw that your family was broken and you were pitiful everywhere, so he was so thoughtful. Miss, you should also know how to repay the kindness."

"Of course." Yu Li nodded: "The prince has been very kind to me, and I am the same to him."

In the dead of night, she still sent in some food.

"Your Highness, it's so late, please stop attending to official business and take care of yourself."

Qi Suian put down the memorial in his hand.

"The emperor is ill right now, and border defense is of utmost importance. I have to pay attention to it."

"Then eat the warm porridge first and then continue watching." Yuli smiled brightly and placed the porridge in front of him.

Qi Sui'an glanced at her, as if he saw something, but he just smiled faintly. After taking a sip, he said in a deep voice: "Did you make it yourself? It really tastes great."

Yuli nodded.

"Yes, I dare not ignore the prince's affairs."

At this moment, Qi Suian suddenly supported his head.

"I feel so dizzy."

"Your Highness, you have been busy with official duties recently and must be very tired. Take a rest first." Yuli brought a cloak and draped it over him. After watching him slowly fall asleep, the expression on her face became more serious.

There were some official documents scattered on the table, and Yuli picked out a few important ones.

She picked up a brush, dipped it in ink, and began to write on a new piece of rice paper. Her handwriting was neat, and every stroke revealed her concentration and seriousness.

After finishing, she reviewed it with satisfaction, and after confirming that it was correct, she folded the newly written document and replaced the original one, then tidied up the desk and quietly left the study.

After the footsteps outside faded away, Qi Sui'an opened his eyes and threw away his cloak.

Soon, Bei Lan walked in from outside.

"She went back to her room."

"Keep watching and see who she contacts. It's been so long, and now she finally reveals some information. She will definitely be eager." Qi Sui'an narrowed his eyes and said coldly.

God helps those who work hard, after following the clues, we finally found the person behind the scenes.

Looking at the familiar villa in front of him, Qi Sui'an smiled with relief. In fact, ever since Yu Li appeared beside him, he had guessed that the real culprit behind the whole thing was the fifth prince.

In this world, how many people know that the person he truly loves in his heart is Shen Mengyao? Even Shen Feimo doesn’t know. But the only person he told about this distressing thing was the Fifth Prince.

The Fifth Prince often advised him and even drank with him all night on the night of Shen Mengyao's wedding. The person who could think of using this to plot against him must be the Fifth Prince. Being betrayed by relatives and friends is certainly painful, but it would be best if he could turn the tide before all the tragedies are about to take place.

"Tell your master that the Regent wants to see you."

Qi Sui'an said calmly.

As soon as the words fell, the servant inside rolled his eyes and said, "My prince has been seriously ill since winter, and it is even more difficult for him to get up now. Your Highness, please come another day."

Qi Sui'an narrowed his eyes and said in a cold voice: "He is an old friend of mine. How can I not visit him when he is seriously ill? What's more, the thing he wants is in my hands. Why should I ask others to take it in a roundabout way?"

The servant rolled his eyes, nodded, and made way.

"Your Majesty, please."

Qi Sui'an walked in with big strides. There was a smell of medicine in the room. The charcoal fire was burning brightly and a man was lying on the couch.

"Your Highness, Fifth Prince."

"You don't usually call me that." The fifth prince slowly stood up.

"Why?" Qi Suian sat down in front of him and said, "I have already found out that the reason why Duke Shen was injured at the border was because your men delayed the reinforcements from the neighboring city. Duke Shen defended the city with great effort, so the border was not breached."

The Fifth Prince did not speak. His pale face was completely hidden in the shadows.

"Yes, you can say that I was responsible for the rebellion." The fifth prince said this and then began to cough heavily.