Chang Er had it all planned. After she returned to the palace, she would summon the civil and military officials to the city's outskirts and get Darryl to tell everyone that he had caused Hou Yi's death. She wanted to prove that she was innocent.

Darryl did not respond immediately; he took a deep breath helplessly.

He could understand Chang Er's intention, but he would have to offer his life if he were to go to the Royal City. Yang Jian had issued an order to hunt him down.

Furthermore, he had also used some chili powder to hurt Yang Jian's Howling Celestial Dog. If Yang Jian learned the truth, he would probably attack Darryl the moment he spotted him. How could Darryl stop Yang Jian if that happened?

Darryl was embarrassed to relay his concern. He thought that would make him less heroic and brave, and Chang Er would look down on him.

"Lady Chang Er."

Tu Xingsun looked solemn as he spoke to Chang Er. "We must never return to the Royal City at this time."

Tu Xingsun took