349: In today's world, who dares to say they are completely carefree?

Unexpectedly, upon meeting Duan Zhengchun, he revealed her identity in a single sentence. She didn't know if he truly knew who she was or if he only possessed some superficial intelligence.

"This time, Red Musk has come here to discuss a matter with the Prince. Our Prince intends to form an Alliance with you; I wonder what your thoughts are?" Red Musk spoke directly after a brief moment of thought.

Facing someone like Duan Zhengchun, she felt it was better not to hide anything and to be straightforward.

To try and play tricks in front of such an expert would be nothing more than being clever in one's own conceit.

"Oh? The dignified Prince of Beiliang, Xu Xiao, with his three hundred thousand Northern Liang Iron Cavalry, who struck terror into the hearts of the Liyang Jianghu—which person in the Jianghu doesn't fear the name Xu Xiao?"

"He would actually come to my Kingdom to seek an Alliance? Is Miss Sweet Potato joking with this Prince?" Duan Zhengchun looked at Red Musk with a half-smile.

He already understood Xu Xiao's plan: using Red Musk as a bargaining chip to find a powerful backer for the Prince of Beiliangs Residence.

Xu Xiao was worried about his son's future, which was why he was trying to win him over.

However, if it was just Red Musk alone, it wouldn't be enough.

"The Prince is joking. That is all in the past. Currently, your situation isn't great either. I've heard that many assassins are already rushing toward the Kingdom specifically to assassinate you."

"If the Prince forms an Alliance with the Beiliang Princes Estate, those assassins naturally wouldn't dare move against you. That way, the Prince can rest easy." Red Musk looked at Duan Zhengchun with a smile.

"Rest easy? Who in this world dares to say they can rest easy?"

"Even the Great Qin King, Your Majesty, wouldn't dare say he rests easy."

"If one truly could rest easy, Xu Xiao wouldn't have sent you to talk to me about this so-called Alliance."

"Am I right? Miss Red Musk!" Duan Zhengchun looked at Red Musk with a knowing smile.

Red Musk's heart trembled. She hadn't expected Duan Zhengchun to be so shrewd, but it was normal; if Duan Zhengchun were a brainless person, he wouldn't have achieved what he has today.

As expected, this man possessed great Luck.

"The Prince is indeed a sensible person. As long as you agree to the Alliance, feel free to state your conditions. Our Prince can agree to any terms." Red Musk looked at Duan Zhengchun with a smile across her face.

"Oh? Truly any condition?" Duan Zhengchun raised an eyebrow at Red Musk.

"Of course. As long as it is within our Prince's power, anything is possible." Red Musk nodded.

"I have heard that there is a maid named Jiang Ni by your young master's side. I wonder if that is true?" Duan Zhengchun looked at Red Musk with a smile.

Hearing Duan Zhengchun mention the name Jiang Ni, Red Musk's expression instantly changed. She hadn't expected him to know so much about the Beiliang Princes Estate.

He even knew the details about the people around the young master. What should she do now? Jiang Ni's identity was not ordinary; if Duan Zhengchun really wanted Jiang Ni, the young master would certainly never agree.

"I didn't expect the Prince to be so familiar with our residence. However, I cannot make a decision on this matter; I need to consult our Prince." Red Musk frowned, her expression becoming serious as she looked at Duan Zhengchun.

"Fine, but I fear that when the time comes, time will wait for no one." Duan Zhengchun looked at Red Musk with a half-smile.

The meaning in his words was obvious: if she didn't hurry, there might not be an opportunity left.

After all, people from other Imperial Dynasties were also rushing here.

By the time her message was sent back and a reply returned, others might have already beaten them to it.

Red Musk understood this as well. She had arrived so quickly because she had traveled by water as soon as she received the news.

She hadn't dared to stop along the way, fearing someone would get there first.

She just hadn't expected Duan Zhengchun to set his sights on Jiang Ni.

As a death warrior for the young master Xu Fengnian, she knew very well how much he valued Jiang Ni.

Because of Jiang Ni's special identity, she didn't dare make a decision lightly.

If Duan Zhengchun had asked for Qingniao, she could have decided on the spot, but she truly could not make the call for Jiang Ni.

"Thank you for the reminder, Prince." Red Musk bowed to Duan Zhengchun.

"Someone, take Miss Red Musk down to rest." Duan Zhengchun ordered directly.

Red Musk bowed and turned to leave.

Moon Princess looked at Duan Zhengchun with curiosity, wondering what Jiang Ni's identity was to make the Prince take the initiative to mention her.

"Prince, is this Jiang Ni's identity very special?"

"To the point where the Prince wasn't even moved by this Red Musk and proactively brought up the name Jiang Ni." Moon Princess looked at Duan Zhengchun curiously.

"Who said I wasn't moved? It's just that Xu Xiao, that old schemer, thinks he can form an Alliance with me using just one Red Musk; he underestimates me too much."

"Since he sent Red Musk here, do you think she can still go back?"

"As for this Jiang Ni, she is the Princess of Western Chu. You should know that Jiang Ni's mother was the Queen of Western Chu. In the Liyang Imperial Dynasty, there are the Thirteen Paragons of the Spring and Autumn Period; the only woman among them, known as the Paragon of Beauty, was the Queen of Western Chu."

"It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say she was the number one beauty of Liyang back then. Of course, the title of Liyang's number one beauty has changed hands now."

"However, this Jiang Ni is the daughter of the Paragon of Beauty; her looks and grace are naturally not lacking."

"It's only because she was hidden in the residence by the Northern Liang heir, combined with Xu Xiao's status, that no one dared to publicize news of her. Otherwise, it would be impossible for her to have no reputation at all." Duan Zhengchun explained calmly.

"So that's how it is. Your Majesty's information is truly well-informed."

"To even know such secret information." Moon Princess's eyes brightened as she looked at Duan Zhengchun.

"It's just a small matter. Alright, things will be a bit busy over the next few days. I'm afraid I can only teach you how to Cultivate at night." Duan Zhengchun looked at Moon Princess with a smile.

"Prince, that's fine too. If we Cultivate non-stop every day, you might be fine, but I'll be exhausted." Moon Princess's fair face flushed red, and she lowered her head, not daring to look at Duan Zhengchun.

Little did she know, this reaction of hers was even more alluring.

"You're making me a bit confused. Do you want to continue Cultivating non-stop, or do you not want to Cultivate anymore?" Duan Zhengchun looked at Moon Princess speechlessly.

Hearing Duan Zhengchun's words, the corners of Moon Princess's mouth curled up slightly.

"Oh, Prince, I'm telling the truth..."

After Moon Princess finished speaking, she turned and ran away.

Although she looked forward to it, she was indeed somewhat afraid of Duan Zhengchun.

After Red Musk left, she took a birdcage from an accompanying guard; inside was a very special type of bird.

If Duan Zhengchun were here, he would definitely recognize what this creature was.

A Gyrfalcon. Yes, a Gyrfalcon, also known as a Falcon. It is a type of hawk with incredible speed; its diving speed can reach three hundred kilometers.

Before Red Musk came, she had made full preparations, fearing that Duan Zhengchun would open his mouth wide and make demands she couldn't decide on.

In such a situation, she could use this Gyrfalcon to transmit intelligence.

Using this Gyrfalcon to send messages allowed for a quick turnaround, avoiding delays on the road.

Immediately, Red Musk had the Gyrfalcon send the intelligence back, explaining the situation here.

This matter would depend on how Xu Xiao decided. If Xu Xiao disagreed, she could simply leave and return.

At the Beiliang Princes Estate, a scout from the Fushui Room quickly brought a letter before Xu Xiao.