bad, i'm a fool

Chapter 470 Silence

“Xiao Hongdou, this mission is not only to let Yang Kai know about us, but also to test your… uh, our new spell.”

This is what His Highness said to me at the beginning, Xiao Hongdou thought.

Oh no, now it's your majesty.

She walked briskly along the way, thinking that she finally had the chance to take a good look at the city of Haizhou.

After arriving in Haizhou, she spent most of her time in the palace, and after the war broke out, she became even more exhausted.

She wanted to see the city.

However, she soon discovered that there was nothing good to see in Haizhou City now. Because of the previous battle, it had been severely damaged and there were many victims.

As she walked, her mood gradually became heavy. At the end of the street, there was no longer a bustling market and happy crowds, but a pile of dilapidated houses and helpless disaster victims. Those people, with faces full of fatigue and sadness, huddled in the corners of the street, with ragged clothes and endless despair in their eyes.

"These people... they are so pitiful..." Little Red Bean whispered to herself, with tears in her eyes. Although she was innocent and cute, it did not mean that she was indifferent to the suffering around her. She walked to a little girl sitting on the ground, squatted down, and asked gently: "Little sister, what is your name?"

The little girl raised her head, a hint of alertness in her eyes, but after seeing Xiao Hongdou's smile, she gradually let down her guard and whispered, "My name is Xiaomei."

"Why are you here? Where are your family?" Xiao Hongdou continued to ask, her heart full of pity.

She wanted to do something she could, such as helping the little girl find her family.

"died."

The little girl's answer was brief and breathless.

Xiao Hongdou was suddenly speechless.

silence.

The little girl stopped looking at her and buried her head between her knees again.

Xiao Hongdou sighed, took out some silver and placed it in front of the little girl. Seeing that the little girl did not react, she reached out and grabbed the little girl's thin wrist.

“…Here you go.”

At this time, what would those powerful people say?

Xiao Hongdou found that she couldn't say anything anymore.

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After returning to her residence, Xiao Hongdou lay on the bed with mixed feelings.

She was not a girl who liked to think too much, but since entering the palace, she found that she couldn't help thinking about more and more things.

About what is good and what is bad. About what is good and what is evil.

What is necessary and what is selfish.

But she was just thinking about it and never came up with a conclusion.

She sighed, stood up from the bed and sat up, her heart filled with anticipation and nervousness.

According to His Majesty's instructions, tonight will be the real test of her teleportation skill [Gift of Flying Shadow], and Han Dongwen is currently in the distant Siyang Palace, guiding her teleportation through magic.

There was no magic arrangement in the room, and she was the only one waiting quietly. She took a deep breath and tried to keep herself calm. She closed her eyes and prayed silently in her heart that everything would go well.

At this time, Han Dongwen was sitting in the bedroom of the Siyang Palace, looking out the window.

"Almost, the second night..."

he mused.

The use of the Gift of Flying Shadow is very simple, just like all the spells he had used before. To him, these are as casual as using skills.

Perhaps this is one of my few advantages?

Resolutely determined to use the Gift of Flying Shadow, powerful magical power gathered around him, transforming into streams of light that fluctuated in the air as he spoke.

Han Dongwen's spirit traveled thousands of miles and connected to Xiao Hongdou in Haizhou City. Xiao Hongdou suddenly felt a powerful force surrounding her, as if an invisible hand was holding up her body.

She tried to stay calm, mentally reminding herself that this was part of a teleportation spell and that she would soon reach her destination.

As Han Dongwen chanted the spell, the air around them began to surge, and Xiao Hongdou felt her body gradually becoming lighter, as if she was about to be lifted off the ground by this force.

Light suddenly burst out from around her body, the scene in the room began to blur, and the furniture and walls gradually disappeared before her eyes.

Xiao Hongdou felt a strong sense of weightlessness, as if she was thrown into an endless void.

She closed her eyes tightly, clenched her fists, and silently recited the teleportation spell that Han Dongwen taught her. Under Han Dongwen's guidance, Xiao Hongdou's body was pushed through space by spiritual power. The power held her steadily, making her feel a little warm and safe.

Suddenly, the light faded away, and Xiao Hongdou felt that there was solid ground under her feet. She opened her eyes and found that she was standing in a completely different place. In front of her was a magnificent bedroom, with gorgeous decorations and bright lights, which looked solemn and mysterious.

"Is this... the Siyang Palace?" Little Red Bean murmured to himself, his eyes full of amazement and curiosity.

At this time, Han Dongwen walked out from one side of the bedroom and greeted Xiao Hongdou with a smile: "Yes, Xiao Hongdou, you succeeded."

He was also very excited. The normal use of the skill of Gift of Flying Shadow meant that at least in the future, when Han Dongwen needed Xiao Hongdou, she would be able to come to him faster.

Little Red Bean was still looking around with some curiosity at the bedroom that she should be very familiar with. She sorted out her thoughts and then said solemnly: "Your Majesty, my meeting with Yang Kai went very smoothly, and he did not have any doubts."

Han Dongwen smiled slightly and motioned for her to continue.

“Yang Kai is very cooperative and seems to be very afraid of my strength. However, Your Highness…ah, no, it’s Your Majesty. I’m sorry, Your Majesty.” Little Red Bean changed the words in a panic, her cheeks slightly flushed, looking very cute.

Han Dongwen chuckled, with a hint of pampering in his eyes: "What's the difference? No problem, keep talking."

Little Red Bean nodded and continued to report: "Yang Kai didn't seem to have heard of the National Security Bureau. Although he had some doubts, he finally agreed to cooperate with our actions. I think he should act as we expect."

"Where is Qiu Hanying?" Han Dongwen asked.

"I gave it to him too." Xiao Hongdou replied.

Han Dongwen nodded with satisfaction: "Very good, Xiao Hongdou, you did very well."

When Xiao Hongdou heard Han Dongwen's praise, a happy smile appeared on her face: "Thank you, Your Majesty! I will continue to work hard."

Han Dongwen looked at Xiao Hongdou with satisfaction, then stood up, with a hint of tenderness and concern in his eyes: "Xiao Hongdou, you have worked hard today. Go and have a rest, but you still have an important task tomorrow."

As Xiao Hongdou listened, she looked at Han Dongwen curiously: "Your Majesty, what is the mission tomorrow?"

Han Dongwen smiled slightly and said slowly: "Tomorrow, you need to arrange for other palace maids to prepare clothes for Princess Amirah of Olima. She has just arrived at the Siyang Palace and needs us to receive her properly."

When Xiao Hongdou heard this, a hint of curiosity flashed in her eyes: "Princess Olima?"

Han Dongwen nodded and explained, "Yes, the princess of Olimar, she is of noble status, and she came here to establish a closer relationship with me... with us. Her importance to us Simeng is self-evident, so we must give her the best reception."

Little Red Bean was still full of curiosity and continued to ask, "Your Majesty, can you tell me more about Princess Amira?"

"I returned to Siyang only a few days earlier than you did, and I only met her once. The formal meeting will have to wait until tomorrow, but..."

Han Dongwen pondered for a moment, his eyes became deep: "Princess Amira is a very special person, she...she is a mute."

When Xiao Hongdou heard this, her heart was suddenly shocked. She looked at Han Dongwen in disbelief: "Mute? Princess Amira is mute?"

Han Dongwen nodded, his eyes revealing a hint of complicated emotions: "Yes."

Xiao Hongdou was filled with shock and pity. She had never thought that a noble princess would suffer such an experience. "It is hard to imagine that a princess cannot speak... Your Majesty, we must take good care of her."

Han Dongwen thought for a moment and shook his head, then continued, "Although she has a special identity, we cannot take it lightly. Princess Amira's arrival may have other hidden secrets, so we must be cautious."

Xiao Hongdou heard Han Dongwen's suspicion and was startled: "Your Majesty, are you worried about her intention?"

Han Dongwen nodded slightly, his tone becoming serious: "Yes, her identity and background are both suspicious. It is really...ah, I don't need to tell you this yet. Anyway, you must be careful and thoughtful tomorrow, and also observe her every move."

Xiao Hongdou nodded solemnly, with a sense of mission in her heart: "I understand, Your Majesty. I will do my best to ensure that Princess Amira receives the best care and keep a close eye on her movements."

Han Dongwen nodded with satisfaction: "Very good, go and have a rest now, there are still many things you need to arrange tomorrow."