True Nature

The Darker Side 8

Yan Da robotically entered the cave once more. She was stunned. Xing Jiu's words were being repeated in her mind. "Don't trust Ying Kong Shi. He's an enemy. The one and only son of Yuan Ji."

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Even the watchers were shocked. What!? Lotus hands were trembling. Her brows were crunched together. She too was confused. What's going on in there exactly? Was that the truth? Is her son's father...?

Shi studied his mother. He too was confused. He wanted to ask her. But he stood still and kept quiet. He'll do it later. This was not the time.

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Yan Da glared at the wall. Her mind was in turmoil. Was it true? Even if it is... would Ying Kong Shi really betray Ka Suo? She lifted the flute that she was holding. After a while, a smirk curved her lips.

Morning...

Yan Da gently helped Xing Gui dressed up. She smiled as she noticed that the other's wound was healing nicely. "Xing Gui..."

"Hm?"

"Can you help me with something? Later tonight." Yan Da casually stated as she dries the princess's hair. Xing Gui nodded resting her head on the Yan Da's lap.

Yan Da smiled. Xing Gui is a sweet girl. No wonder Xing Jiu was so protective of her. "Are you still having nightmares?"

The other shook her head. It's been days since she had one. Ever since Yan Da was beside her, they've stopped.

"That's good."

Yan Da then look towards Huang Tuo who was busy checking on the envoys. "How are they?"

"Still weak but better than before."

Yan Da nodded in approval. That's good. Time was ticking. They need to heal as fast as they could. The others need their help.

Night...

Yan Da was visited by Xing Jiu once more.

"What you told me... is it true?"

"I don't want to be the bearer of bad news, Princess Yan Da. However, it's the truth. Don't you think Prince Shi would have already done something about what's happening in here? He could have saved the others..." he dragged on clenching his fists.

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They were all silent. They don't even know what to think. Shi's mind was confused. Filled with lots of questions.

Meanwhile, Ka Suo eyes were fixed on him. He could see his brother's struggle. If only Shi would look his way, he would see the understanding and love in his eyes. Even if he betrays him, Shi would always be his brother.

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Yan Da looked down. Her laugh then filled the whole place. Xing Jiu and the viewers looked at her. Confused. "Sorry." She said after a while, looking at Xing Jiu. "It's just that I really really hate liars. Now, Xing Gui!"

"Xing G-..." Xing Jiu stated before his form disintegrated into ash. Yan Da looked at the ash coldly.

"There's one thing that you should know about Ying Kong Shi. Real brothers or not. He would never ever betray Ka Suo." She stated before going to Xing Gui who was waiting for her. "Are you okay?"

"I'm fine. Just a bit angry." She wasn't pleased that an enemy just used her brother's form. If she's not wrong, it would be that bitch Xing Zhuo. The one who took her eyes. She would never forgive her.

Meanwhile...

In the Sacred Snow Mountain...

Xing Zhuo was on the ground. Hand on her chest. Blood on her lips.

Yuan Ji smirked. "It seems like that Princess Yan Da is more observant than we thought."

"I'm sorry, Your Excellency. I should have done better."

Yuan Ji chuckled darkly. "No. You did well. You're dismissed. "

It's been a while since he had a worthy opponent.