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Mo Yi didn’t show much excitement when he was suddenly thrust into such a prominent position. After the court session, as he saw the various courtiers coming to congratulate him, he simply smiled and returned their greetings without saying much.
It wasn’t until he finally escaped from the enthusiastic courtiers and returned to his residence that Mo Yi finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Seeing him looking like he had lost half of his life, 006 couldn’t help but ask, “Host, aren’t you happy to become the Crown Prince?”
“It’s not that I’m not happy, it’s just that I find it troublesome,” Mo Yi sighed. “006, you know, what I’ve always wanted has been very simple. As long as I have myself, Bai Yao, and a home of our own, that’s enough.”
“Those people are only fawning over me now because of my current status. Of course, not all of them, but there are enough of them to make me feel a bit tired.”
“Host, you’ve been through a lot!”
Seeing Mo Yi’s demeanor, 006 also drooped his ears, feeling a bit dejected. He could understand Mo Yi’s feelings and felt sorry for him.
“But let’s think positively, Host. Now that you’ve become the Crown Prince, you can more conveniently help deal with the antagonists!”
This remark instantly lifted Mo Yi’s spirits.
Indeed, what could be more important than being able to assist Bai Yao?
Thinking back to the mention of the Bai family’s situation in the military camp before, perhaps now they could openly discuss and work towards clearing Bai Yao’s family’s name. Who knows, maybe his partner would even voluntarily reveal his true identity if he’s pleased enough.
Thinking about this, Mo Yi sent someone to deliver a message to Bai Yao, arranging to meet him the next day during his own leisure time.
Of course, it wouldn’t just be the two of them; Mo Yi also intended to bring along his uncle, Duke Ning, Shi Zhiyi. With the involvement of Duke Ning’s household, they would surely have significant assistance.
Bai Yao quickly responded, suggesting that they meet at the same tavern they had met before.
So, the next day, Mo Yi first went to pick up his uncle, then they proceeded together to the tavern.
Along the way, Duke Ning didn’t forget to congratulate Mo Yi.
“Yesterday, there were too many people around Your Highness, I didn’t have the chance to offer my congratulations. Congratulations on becoming the Crown Prince,” Duke Ning said.
Mo Yi waved his hand with a wry smile. “Uncle, as you should know, I have no desire for the throne. Whether it’s being the Crown Prince or the Emperor, it has never been my pursuit.”
Shi Zhiyi paused at Mo Yi’s words, but before he could respond, Mo Yi continued, “But, Uncle, I know I must obtain this position. Because only by obtaining this position can we move forward and achieve the wish we all have.”
Hearing this, Duke Ning’s face was filled with emotion. He sighed softly in his heart, his eyes turning red as he thought, “Little sister, can you see this? Your child has truly grown up!”
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As Mo Yi and Shi Zhiyi walked together to the designated private room, Bai Yao was already waiting inside.
The layout of this restaurant was elegant, with each private room separated by tall bamboo screens, providing both privacy and ample lighting. However, if someone entered the opposite room, it would easily attract attention.
Upon seeing Mo Yi, Bai Yao smiled and bowed to Duke Ning.
However, just as they settled in, the bamboo screens on both sides were suddenly kicked open, revealing a group of assassins dressed in black. They swiftly attacked with weapons in hand.
Bai Yao was shocked to see this. He had arrived early and had his men check the place beforehand; it should have been safe. But now, these numerous assassins appearing out of nowhere clearly indicated that they had been lying in wait, just waiting for their arrival.
The assailants were fierce and determined, clearly intending to take their lives. It was evident who had sent them – Mo Xingyan, unable to prevent Mo Yi from becoming the Crown Prince, had resorted to attempting direct assassination.
The guards around Bai Yao and Mo Yi immediately sprang into action, while Mo Yi’s own attendants rushed to their aid. Both Mo Yi and Bai Yao were skilled fighters themselves, able to hold their ground for a while. However, outnumbered as they were, they found themselves at a disadvantage.
Bai Yao quickly blew the hidden whistle on his person, but even if reinforcements received the message, it would take time for them to arrive.
So, they had no choice but to fight and retreat while protecting Duke Ning.
Realizing that Mo Yi was their ultimate target, Bai Yao gritted his teeth. He was unwilling to let his beloved suffer any harm, so he made up his mind to personally cover Mo Yi’s retreat while holding off their pursuers.
So, Bai Yao made his way to Mo Yi’s side and said, “Your Highness, I will create an opening with Jia Yi shortly. You should take this opportunity to leave. They are targeting you, and if you’re not here, their attacks won’t be as fierce.”
But Mo Yi shook his head forcefully in response. “No! I clearly saw them attacking you just as viciously. It’s not just me they’re after!”
As they spoke, a blade came slashing towards them, prompting Mo Yi and Bai Yao to quickly dodge.
The force behind the attack embedded the blade deep into the wall, making it difficult to remove.
Seeing this, the assassin abandoned the blade and switched to other weapons.
After narrowly avoiding the blade, Mo Yi and Bai Yao regrouped to speak again. As Bai Yao retrieved the blade, he scolded Mo Yi in frustration, “I told you to leave first and listen to me! I’ll cover you later. Go now!”
Seeing Bai Yao’s determination, Mo Yi could only nod in agreement.
Just as they were about to reach the door, a person suddenly charged out from behind the screen nearby, aiming a sword directly at Bai Yao.
Reacting quickly, Mo Yi grabbed Bai Yao, pulling him aside to evade the sword.
However, in an unfortunate turn of events, as they dodged the sword, Mo Yi accidentally collided with the blade embedded in the wall.
His shoulder clothes were instantly torn, and a sharp, piercing pain shot through him. Mo Yi couldn’t help but curse inwardly, knowing that he must be bleeding.
Hearing Mo Yi’s pained grunt, Bai Yao thought Mo Yi had been injured in his place, filling him with dread.
After Bai Yao swiftly killed the assailant, he turned to pull Mo Yi towards him, only to see a wound on Mo Yi’s shoulder oozing black blood, causing his heart to sink.
Just as reinforcements began to arrive, quickly bringing the situation under control, Bai Yao immediately shouted at them, “Capture the leader alive!”
In the end, the assassins were defeated, leaving a trail of bodies, and the leader of the group was brought before Bai Yao.
Glaring at the masked figure with fury in his eyes, Bai Yao gritted his teeth and demanded, “Hand over the antidote, and I’ll spare your life!”
But before he could finish his sentence, the leader convulsed and collapsed to the ground.
Jia Yi rushed forward, grabbing the leader’s collar, only to find him vomiting black blood, having already bitten into the poison sac in his mouth.
“Master, he’s poisoned himself!” Jia Yi frowned as he spoke.
Hearing this, Bai Yao clenched his fists tightly. “Search them all! Find the antidote!”
But of course, the assassins didn’t carry antidotes with them, resulting in no success.
Frustrated, Bai Yao watched as everyone searched for the antidote, while Mo Yi endured the pain quietly.
Feeling the intense pain, Mo Yi couldn’t help but complain to 006 in his mind, “Damn it, this hurts so much! Why am I so unlucky? I’ll probably be in pain for at least a week!”
Listening to Mo Yi’s complaints, 006 sighed and replied, “Host, you shouldn’t worry about this first. This was an assassination attempt, and the fact that neither of you suffered major injuries is already the best outcome!”
Upon hearing this, Mo Yi nodded. “You’re right. But why is Bai Yao so desperate for the antidote? Are there others poisoned here?”
Seeing his host’s innocent expression, 006 sighed once again, shaking his head. “Host, the villains are trying to find the antidote for you!”
“Ha? I’m poisoned?” It was only then that Mo Yi, who had been absent-minded, came to his senses.
Little dog nodded vigorously. “Host, haven’t you noticed that your wound is numb and still bleeding black blood?
But don’t worry, with the merits we’ve accumulated before, we can completely use some energy to detoxify. There won’t be any problem, whether there’s an antidote or not!”
Upon hearing this, Mo Yi hurriedly walked to Bai Yao’s side and said, “Don’t worry, I’m fine!”
As Mo Yi spoke, he felt the pain in his wound intensify, and his body became somewhat numb and uncontrollable, almost collapsing to the ground.
But fortunately, before his buttocks could touch the ground, Bai Yao lifted him up in his arms.
With a trembling voice, Bai Yao said, “Yes, yes, you’ll be fine! Even if there’s no antidote, I’ll find someone to cure you!”
While speaking, Bai Yao carried Mo Yi to the guest room, shouting to the guards behind him, “Quick, go and fetch Doctor Lou for me!”
The people behind him hurriedly went to fetch Doctor Lou. Doctor Lou was one of the best physicians under Bai Yao’s command. Since nobody could guarantee a life without pain or disaster, Bai Yao had already recruited several highly skilled physicians to be on standby, and Doctor Lou was the best among them.
Not long after, the guards had brought an elderly doctor with graying hair. Not only that, they also brought several highly skilled doctors from nearby medical clinics.
Although the imperial physicians in the palace had the highest medical skills, the situation was urgent, and they couldn’t afford to wait for the imperial physicians. Following the principle of strength in numbers, they brought these doctors hoping that one of them could help find a way to detoxify.
Mo Yi, who was being carried, was drowsy and kept telling Bai Yao that he was fine.
He knew that the poison would be neutralized. 006 had just told him, but the detoxification process would be painful, so the system kindly asked Mo Yi if he wanted to have his pain receptors blocked.
Upon hearing that he could avoid suffering, Mo Yi naturally agreed. However, to his surprise, as soon as he agreed, 006 spoke up, “Alright, Host, but blocking the pain receptors will require you to faint for a while.”
Before Mo Yi could object, he suddenly felt dizzy and passed out in Bai Yao’s arms. When he woke up again, he found himself in the pure white space of the system in his spiritual form.
“006!”
Mo Yi shouted at the small dog in front of him, “Why so suddenly, you didn’t tell me I would faint! I didn’t even have a chance to tell Bai Yao!”
The wagging tail of 006 stiffened instantly upon hearing this. He trembled and cautiously said, “I’m sorry, Host, I forgot to mention the fainting part. I thought once you agreed we can…
Um, Host, don’t worry!
It’s just for fifteen minutes, at most half an hour. The poison will be neutralized, and you’ll wake up after a little dizziness!”
Seeing 006’s reaction, Mo Yi knew that it wasn’t intentional.
But Bai Yao must be worried about him fainting so suddenly. Thinking back to the last time he came back from the battlefield and was worried by the man who cared about him so much that he even spanked him…
Oh, it seems like Bai Yao is even more worried this time than last time. He won’t punish him again, will he?
Thinking of this, Mo Yi sighed inwardly.
Just fifteen minutes, it’s only fifteen minutes. Nothing serious should happen in such a short time…
Bai Yao: Yeah, nothing serious will happen! (gritting his teeth)
… Something serious will happen
Oh dear
Just 15 minutes, Bai almost having a heart attack and plotting to destroy the world….
Out of all things he’s worried about being spanked 😭😭
Lighting a candle for bai yao’s poor heart🙏🏼(and maybe for them buttocks too)
Thank you so much for the chapter!!