Intertwine [New Version]

Chapter 26

"During our  visit to the Yamen, did you get something?"

Gao Chang Gong opened a conversation. He was currently walking side by side with Zhao Xing, heading to a certain restaurant in the city center to meet Song Yue and Lieutenant Duan Zhong Yi to gather information.

Zhao Xing nodded her head and looked up at the man. "En. I noticed something interesting."

The young lady turned her head to the bustling road before them and continued on, "I need to find a missing piece of the information I got from the previous day, that's why I insisted on following Your Highness to the Yamen. I don't know whether Your Highness already knew about this fact or not, but this one is quite interesting!"

Earlier, the general indeed prohibited Zhao Xing to follow him to the Yamen. That place was dangerous, and the master of it was even more dangerous. Although this second young lady of the prime minister's manor had meticulously dressed herself as a man, Gao Chang Gong still couldn't guarantee Zhang He wouldn't be able to recognize her disguise. Even with that fake mustache, she was still far from actually playing the part as a man.

"Hm? What information did you get?"

Zhao Xing stuck out her tongue playfully. "I'll tell Your Highness later after Your Highness treats me for lunch!"

The general snorted lightly at the girl's antics, but his eyes were bright. It seemed like he could no longer maintain his cold facade in front of this young lady. Against her, he seemed became more powerless and defenseless.

"Woah! Changle is so lively!"

The second young lady exclaimed as they entered the center district of Changle City. Her pair of peach blossom eyes twinkled as she scanned the city's view.

The ancient buildings painted in red and black stood proudly, and countless stalls were lining up on both sides of the road. The sounds of laughter, numerous chattering, and the chirping of birds created a melodious fusion. It was truly beautiful!

Gao Chang Gong almost couldn't take his eyes away from her dazzling smile. His gaze softened a long time ago, and he took this moment to bask in her warmth. Without realizing it, the tip of his lips raised into a beautiful arch.

This romantic scene, alas, only lasted for several moments.

All of a sudden, a young boy was walking toward the streets. His mother didn't seem to notice her son escaping her side. At the same time, a horse carriage was approaching from the opposite direction.

Rather instinctively, Zhao Xing quickly dashed over to the toddler. In a swift movement, the girl lifted his tiny body and hugged him close to her chest. The young lady knew she didn't have enough time to escape or get away from the streets. It was already too late. The horse carriage would undoubtedly crushed her body and grind her into minced meat.

But, at the very least, she hoped the boy would be alright...

At hat moment, the young lady shut her eyes tightly and prepared herself to go back to the modern world. Maybe she would feel an excruciating pain, but she hoped it would only last for a few moments. After this, she could reunite with her family!

Or... actually have a true death and did not go back.

However, before the horse carriage crashed into her, Zhao Xing let out a bit of a shriek due to a sudden force pulling her away. She felt something wrap themselves around her waist and swiftly tugged her and the toddler out of the carriage's way in a monstrous speed, almost making her nauseated. She wrapped her arms around the child even tighter from fright.