Mu Xi Yao stiffly walked a few steps. As soon as she turned around, she saw that apart from Mo Lan, Hui Lan, and momo, there were six more maidservants closely following behind her. This arrangement made Mu Xi Yao call to mind the scene of consorts in the palace going on an outing. 

“Cefei’s shu sister has put cefei in danger this time. Dos cefei wish to put in a good word for her?” Zhong Zheng Ming leaned against the wall and waited for Mu Xi Yao’s reply. 

“Your Highness, the gatekeeper has received a secret letter sent by a little girl. She specifically asked it to be delivered to the hands of Danruo Courtyard’s steward, claiming that she had an urgent matter to report.” 

“Hey, take the meal.” A tall man threw a bowl of cooked rice in front of Mu Xi Yao. Under his toss, the shabby pottery bowl bounced two circles before finally stopping. Mu Xi Yao narrowed her eyes and sized up the food on the table. Subsequently, she looked up at the coming person while sitting motionlessly. 

“Your Highness, Mu shufei has been found. She was knocked out in the water pavilion by the lotus pond.” Yan Cheng Zhou has mobilized the guards. On the grounds of arresting the rebellious faction, he searched every inch of the prince’s residence again and again. Yet, he found no trace of cefei. 

The banquet went on until the hour of Xu¹. Mu Xi Yao could hardly sit still. She gave Zhong Zheng Lin notice and retreated first along with her people. 

“Elder sister.” Mu Xi Ting, taking along Rui Zhu, caught up with Mu Xi Yao. She said a few words at her ear. Her expression seemed a bit awkward. 

A surprise flashed in Mu Xi Yao’s eyes. She had Zhao momo take others back and only called Mo Lan to attend to her. She brought Mu Xi Ting and made a detour halfway.