Insincere and hypocritical

  Once, Xiahou Chen told her that the one she loved was not a human being, and Yu Shiyuan was not the good person in her heart. She would one day be harmed by Yu Shiyuan. Since ancient times, beautiful women have been born from the eyes of lovers. Not only did she not believe Xiahou Chen's words, but she also argued with him angrily, yet unexpectedly, his words came true.

  Regardless of whether what he said to her was sincere or intentional, regardless of his purpose, the fact has proven that what he said is true.

  Bai Luli looked at Xia Hou Chen's eyes, which were filled with warmth and ardor, but her heart was coldly laughing. No matter how sincere he seemed to care for her and like her now, she still saw the hypocrisy in his heart. If he truly had her in his heart and wanted to protect her, why didn't he fight to the death to protect her back then? If that were the case, the real Bai Luli wouldn't have died.

  Her mind still remembered clearly that it was the night before Bai Liuli came to Zhan Yun Temple. Bai Liuli had originally stormed into the palace, wanting to quarrel with Emperor Xiahou Yi and have him revoke the imperial decree allowing Yu Shiyan and Xiahou Luo to get married. Coincidentally, Xiahou Yi had been up for several days and nights, discussing state affairs with his ministers, and the situation was so pressing that he couldn't even spare a moment to see his beloved Bai Liuli. Bai Liuli didn't know what the big deal was, only knowing that Xiahou Yi had also gone south on an inspection tour because of this matter, without even attending Xiahou Luo's wedding. Unable to see Xiahou Yi, Bai Liuli encountered Xiahou Chen on her way out of the palace.

  She still clearly remembers Xiahou Chen's meaningful words at the time, and now that she thinks about it, those words sounded like they were concerned for her and thinking of her, but when she chewed on them, they seemed to have a flavor of adding oil and vinegar, making her question Yu Shiyan. And he knew very well that Yu Shiyan would be unfavorable to her. The original Bai Liuli was not extremely intelligent, but she was also quite perceptive, otherwise she wouldn't have been able to search for so many ideas and information in her memory. It's just that she was blinded by love and confused in her heart.

  Xia Hou Chen knew she would be in danger but stood by and did nothing, now he says he wants to protect her, does he think she's an ignorant little girl? Or is it that in their eyes, she's just a wicked woman who only knows how to cause trouble and has no brains?

  Hypocrite, what are you thinking in your heart?

  "Is Your Highness joking with me?" In response to Xia Hou Chen's words, Bai Liu Li didn't show any surprise or embarrassment, but instead laughed as if she had heard a joke. "Not to mention that Your Highness doesn't despise my face, I'm afraid even the Emperor's uncle wouldn't agree, let alone you having a crown princess."

  "The man Ruri has always wanted to marry is one who will only take Ruri as his wife, and Ruri will never share a husband with another woman." Bai Ruri smiled meaningfully, seemingly speaking to Xiahou Chen, yet also seeming to be saying it for someone else's benefit. Her words were firm and serious, without any hint of joking. "Can the Crown Prince give Ruri the life she wants?"

  There was no romance in her life, she didn't need romance, and she didn't believe in romance. Even so, even if it were just a nominal title, she didn't need a man who was inconsistent inside and out and had been with many women before, let alone the prince. She didn't need anyone's protection, not in the past, not now, and not in the future either.

  She doesn't need a dirty man by her side who is hypocritical and insincere.

  Xiahou Chen obviously didn't expect Bai Liuli to say such unreserved and completely disregarding words, a deep disgust flashed in his eyes before he revealed a worried and embarrassed expression, "Liuli younger sister, don't you really have any idea of this prince's feelings for you?"

  "What's the point of realizing it? You're still stubbornly insisting on monogamy, let alone the countless beauties around you. Are you willing to divorce the crown princess and marry me?" Bai Luli completely disregarded his dignity and spoke bluntly, since he kept saying he wanted to treat her well, she wanted to see how much tolerance he had for this bottom line. "Your Highness, are you willing to do this for me?"

  Bai Liuli said, without waiting for Xia Hou Chen to speak, she self-deprecatingly said, "Look at me, the prince didn't even say he wanted to marry me as his wife, and I actually had the audacity to say such a thing. The prince's words were just a joke, so it's best to consider my words a joke too."

  Although he concealed his disgust very well, she still saw his true opinion of her from the change in his eyes for a moment. Since that was the case, why should she give him face?

  "Jade-faced sister, what I just said was no joke." Xiahou Chen's face was full of helplessness, "But you clearly know that the Crown Prince's consort is absolutely not to be divorced..."

  "Your Highness, you've asked me to come here and meet with you. Is there something important you want to discuss with me? Have you found out who the murderer is?" White Luli interrupted Xia Hou Chen's words, a hint of amusement in the corner of her eyes that seemed to convey a sense of being in control of everything. "Or are you going to tell me what you just joked about with me earlier?"

  In response to Bai Liuli's impolite question, Xia Hou Chen was taken aback for a moment, and then put on an expression as if he couldn't wait to cut open his heart and show it to Bai Liuli. He said sorrowfully: "Liuli younger sister, are you blaming this prince for not protecting you well? This prince understands, this prince also regrets, but why don't you believe what this prince says?"

  "Your Highness, I heard that Yun Wangye is 24 years old and has not yet taken a wife or been betrothed. Is this rumor true?" Bai Liuli stroked the short hair behind her ear and replied evasively.

  Xiahou Chen heard the three words "Yun Wang Ye" and seemed to have thought of something. His face suddenly turned gloomy, but he didn't speak.

  Bai Luli continued, "I suppose the Crown Prince has also heard that yesterday, King Yun invited Mu Da to be the matchmaker and came to the White House to propose a marriage. I'm considering whether or not to marry him, Your Highness, what do you think?"

  In the end, Bai Liuli stared directly into Xia Houchen's eyes with a smile, as if she had already agreed to marry Baili Yunxiao and was delighted to become the daughter-in-law of the Cloud King.

  "Luli sister, you will know who is truly good to you." Xiahou Chen's eyes changed with a sigh of helplessness, "Originally wanted Luli sister to come here and see if she could remember anything related to the murderer, but it's cold and chilly here, so let's go back to the city. The matter of the murderer will be investigated by this temple."

  "And the wound on your face, this palace will also find a way to heal it, don't worry." Xia Hou Chen did not get angry because of Bai Liu Li's coldness and rudeness, but instead became even more gentle, "Come, this palace will send you back to the manor."

  Bai Luli didn't refuse, but when leaving, she glanced at the direction where Mu Ze disappeared with the corner of her eye.

  It's probably impossible for her to find what she's looking for today, and if she stays here any longer, she'll have to endure Mu Ze's incessant chatter, which is annoying enough to make one's life unbearable. It's better to return to the manor for now and come back tomorrow to search again.

  Down the mountain, Sha Mu and Li Shu were already waiting early. Bai Liu Li did not take Xia Hou Xuan's carriage, but instead got into her own carriage, bid farewell to Xia Hou Xuan and left directly.

  Xiahou Chen gazed at the horse carriage that was leaving in a cloud of dust, his face suddenly turning cold and dark, completely different from the person he was just now in front of Bai Liuli.

  "Your Highness, a woman like that isn't worth your kindness and gentle words." The man in brown clothes said respectfully beside him, as if he was taking his master's side.

  "Bai Liuli this stupid thing eats soft but not hard, wanting to get that kind of thing, can only be like this." Xia Hou Chen's eyes turned venomous, "Once the thing is in hand, she will be worthless."

  "But Your Highness, this white glass is indeed different from what I felt before."

  "No matter how she changes, this palace has always gotten what it wants!" Xiahou Chen's smile was sinister and chilling, "Return to the city."

  "Yes, Your Highness."

  Bai Luli returned to the White Mansion, and as soon as she entered the gate, a maid rushed over to report, flustered and out of breath, "Young Mistress, Old Master has left with people from the Yun Wang Fu!"

  Digression

  "Hey, mushroom girls don't speak up, uncle doesn't know where he wrote something that doesn't meet your expectations. Just seeing the collection keep dropping, do you have any opinions or suggestions to point out?"