Rebirth: A Cinderella's Counterattack

Chapter 1305: Chapter 1285: Danger in the Southern Li Border City

Though there are stops along the way, each stop is measured in days, but they chose not to disembark. Anyway, they had enough food and drink, and there wasn’t anything they needed to buy, so staying onboard was quite fine.

After days of ordeal, they finally reached their destination, the Southern Li Border City, Silver Moon City.

Upon disembarking from the Flying Chicken, Luo Qianqian felt the air so fresh and the sky so bright, making her want to sing a loud song to express her joy.

After all, this was a Flying Chicken and not an airplane, and it had no windows for viewing scenery. Landing came with quite a heavy impact; if not for the cushioning and securing, they would have been hurt by the Flying Chicken long ago.

”So this is Southern Li?” By now it was evening, and looking at the sunset, Luo Qianqian stretched and breathed a sigh of relief. Even though there was nothing but open space around the Flight Station, she was delighted knowing there would be no more torture from the Flying Chicken.

”Yes, that direction is towards the Border City, but it’ll take some time to get there. I’ve arranged for someone to meet us.” Huangfu Yihui appeared quite calm and glanced at the sky. ”But it seems they haven’t arrived yet.”

”That’s okay, where are they coming from? Let’s walk a bit; being inactive for days makes my body feel stiff.” Luo Qianqian was visibly restless, bouncing in place, which drew a sigh from Luo Xihan.

”Boom!”

Huangfu Yihui suddenly dropped to the ground, yelling, ”It’s an ambush! Get down!”

A black arrow brushed past Huangfu Yihui’s shoulder, hitting the flight cabin with a loud thud.

At that moment, Luo Qianqian realized the Flying Chicken’s body was metallic, only covered by a layer of wood, hiding its true material.

Trusting Huangfu, Luo Qianqian reacted immediately, dropping to the ground and pulling Luo Xihan down, channeling her spiritual power in the direction the arrow came from.

She only saw a black figure quickly retreating.

She frowned slightly, ”You have quite a few enemies, huh?”

Had she been too carefree lately? She didn’t even realize someone attacked until reminded. If the attack had been aimed at her, she might not have dodged in time.

Once she stood up, others followed, and the guards formed a circle around Huangfu Yihui, just as when they first met.

”There’s some hidden trouble... I’ll explain later.” Clearly, Huangfu Yihui hadn’t expected to be targeted right after disembarking, his expression grim beyond words.

It was undeniable that there was a traitor among his men. The only ones who knew of his return were these people with him and those he had informed.

Apart from Luo Qianqian and the others in one room, his attendants were under suspicion. After all, just going to the restroom could be time enough for covert communication.

Luo Qianqian and her group were completely trustworthy because they were mere acquaintances with no conflicting interests and didn’t know his enemies.

Her previous words were not about disdain but concern.

This was a good friend he had made.

”Someone’s coming,” Luo Qianqian did not withdraw her spiritual power and sensed the approach of others. She hurriedly drew her small bow, ready for action, not forgetting to shield Luo Xihan.

”...” Huangfu Yihui was also tense, looking in the previous direction, but soon relaxed. ”They’re my people.”

Yet, his expression did not truly relax.

Not concerned with politics or military, focused solely on cultivation, his people were directly assigned by his father. His father’s men attacking him? It made no sense.

The two groups converged, kneeling in unison, ”Subordinates apologize for coming late, please punish us, Prince Ruii!”

Prince? Wasn’t he just a prince moments ago?

Yet Huangfu Yihui seemed entirely enlightened, his look fleetingly calm. ”Rise, deal with your punishments at the Imperial Brother’s later.”

Luo Qianqian did not interrupt; it was clear Huangfu Yihui had realized something. Quietly, she munched on seeds, feigning a spectator.

However, Luo Xihan, with evident interest, whispered to Luo Qianqian, ”Qianqian, he’s a prince? It’s my first time seeing a living prince! Are princes supposed to be this handsome? I’d love a photo with him!”

If Huangfu Yihui knew his thoughts, he would surely smile wryly.

In just a little over a year outside, he had been granted a title? The focus was that no one had informed him. Was it meant to be announced only upon his safe return? This journey wouldn’t be easy...

Luo Qianqian, standing behind and oblivious to the bittersweet in Huangfu Yihui’s gaze, watched her brother’s eyes brimming with admiration, sensing an uneasy feeling.

It seemed the way ahead would be difficult...

As a woman, she trusted her sixth sense, observing the newly arrived guards on horseback, sensing something amiss.

Like seeing a young tiger in a wolf’s den; though powerful in lineage, still a little tiger, defenseless against cunning forces.

If Huangfu Yihui knew Luo Qianqian’s thoughts at that moment, he would have eagerly clasped her hand, calling her a kindred spirit.

Noting the tough path ahead, Luo Qianqian calmly put away her small bow, a plan forming in her mind, acting discontent, ”My legs are sore; when can we rest and eat?”

Yan, with a faint smile, looked down. He had noticed something amiss, but Luo Qianqian’s reaction indeed startled many.

Among them were Huangfu Yihui’s guards and Luo Qianqian’s family.

”Are you okay? Need a piggyback ride?” Luo Yanhai, first to react, held Luo Qianqian’s arm, about to squat, whispering, ”Did you overdo it jumping? Sprained your ankle? Or feeling unwell?”

”...” She just wanted to show weakness to lower their guard. Brother, was that really necessary?

The newly arrived guards immediately formed a line between Luo Qianqian and Huangfu Yihui, warily eyeing Luo Qianqian as though she might harm Huangfu Yihui any second.

Their prince certainly had the ability to captivate nations, enchanting cities.

Men could contain their jealousy, behaving like connoisseurs appreciating fine wine, art, and cuisine - purely admiring.

Yet, it was an entirely different case with women!

They never considered that Luo Qianqian had spent days with Huangfu Yihui, eating and living with him, except for visits to the restroom.

Understanding Luo Qianqian’s intent, Huangfu Yihui deepened his gaze, ”Let’s go; these are merchants traveling with me, who have taken good care of me.”

Yan and the young boy quietly shifted to Luo Qianqian’s side, with no intention of joining Huangfu Yihui.