When Ying Lan heard Pei Rumo’s suggestion, he heaved a sigh of relief. He thought about how the First Prince’s thoughts had been completely seen through by his mistress. Right now, he had to rely on himself to respond accordingly. It would be fine if he fell here. However, he couldn’t allow the Palace of Brilliance Resurgence his mistress painstakingly established to disappear because of his mistake. 

“Your First Highness, you are confusing me right now.” Ying Lan pretended that he didn’t understand Pei Rumo’s words and tried to relay the question back to Pei Rumo.

“Hahahaha, Palace Master Ying Lan, you shouldn’t act confused. You and I are intelligent people and we shouldn’t waste each other’s time.” Pei...