The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife Chapter 1733: Leave Him

"Of course, of course, I won’t ask." Xiao Wuzi, who used to mix in the underworld, was good at reading people’s expressions and naturally understood the meaning behind Xue San’s words. Curiosity killed the cat, and anyone with some insight wouldn’t ask further.

"Alright, you’ve been out for a while now, you’d better head back." Xue San said flatly.

"Alright, Master Xue, I’ll take my leave then."

"Go on."

Xue San looked at the guards of the dungeon; every four hours they changed shifts, day and night without stopping. Inside were prison guards, outside were thousands of soldiers. Before, one might have been able to climb the rooftops to sneak in, but now there were several arrow towers. Once on the rooftops, they’d become live targets.

Through Xiao Wuzi’s information, Xue San could basically confirm that He Linghan was being held here, but how could he rescue her?

"Xue San, there you are." At this moment, Shangguan Jian entered the teahouse, saw Xue San not far off, and hurried over. This teahouse was categorized, mainly used by laborers to rest, providing tea and other things. With a large flow of people, it was not easy to be watched. Shangguan Jian had changed into the clothes of a driver and smeared some dirt on his face, so no one noticed him when entering the city.

"Shangguan, why did you come too? Didn’t I tell you to stay in the village and not to come into the city randomly? Many officers and soldiers here recognize you. If you’re identified, we’re done for." Xue San said in a low voice.

"Don’t worry, no one saw me, I’ve got no tail following."

"Alright then." The two found a corner, sat down, and drank tea.

"What’s the situation now?" Shangguan Jian asked.

"It’s tough. The prison is tightly guarded. If I sneak in, maybe I can, but taking someone out would be hard. If something goes wrong, not only will we lose our lives, but my sister-in-law will die too. What about the lord then?" Xue San was truly worried about how to get He Linghan out of the dungeon. Given their current strength, it seemed impossible.

"Then what do we do, just wait?" Shangguan Jian asked back.

"Of course not, but right now our strength is too weak. Moreover, the intelligence network in the city has been destroyed. The person who just left was an acquaintance of mine. I can’t guarantee he won’t leak information, but only through him can we have a chance to enter. It’s a necessary risk."

"How about this, I’ll find a chance to go to the dungeon myself, at least then I can find out where sister-in-law is being held."

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Meanwhile, in the dungeon, the filthy and murky air made it difficult to breathe. Rats crawled on the ground, contrasting sharply with one neatly arranged room. It had everything one could need; if you didn’t step outside, you’d think it was the residence of a noblewoman.

Bang.

Suddenly, the door to the room opened, and Mi Wen slowly walked in.

"You’re here." He Linghan sat up from the bed. Though she was the owner of this room, she was just a prisoner. The only difference was her "luxurious prison cell." He Linghan’s tone was cold; she never had much of an attitude towards Mi Wen. Previously, Mi Wen helped the "defector" Ye Shikai, giving a group of people a place to stay in Linxian. He Linghan was somewhat grateful to Mi Wen, but in reality, the two didn’t meet often and hardly spoke. There was Ye Shikai between them, and their conflict revolved around this man.

"How are you living here? Although the place is well-decorated, after all, it is a dungeon. If you need anything, just tell the people outside," Mi Wen showed a caring demeanor.

"I’m not that delicate." He Linghan’s voice was icy. Did she hate Mi Wen? Perhaps she should. This woman forcibly separated her from Ye Shikai and almost took his life. But did He Linghan truly hate her deep down?

It seemed not.

She looked at Mi Wen as if looking at a pitiful person. Her gaze even carried a hint of sympathy, which seemed absurd given their current identities—she was merely a "prisoner," her life and death entirely in Mi Wen’s hands. But in the emotional entanglement among her, Mi Wen, and Ye Shikai, Mi Wen was a complete failure. She had never received even a sliver of Ye Shikai’s "heart"...

"How is he doing now? Is his health better?" He Linghan asked.

"He’s fine; I’ve been treating him," Mi Wen didn’t refuse to answer.

"Honestly, I really admire you for daring to come alone, especially considering you’re just a woman." Mi Wen suddenly remarked.

"He is my husband. If he dies, I wouldn’t live alone either. If there’s even a slight chance of survival for him, I will fight for it, even if it costs my life." He Linghan’s words struck a chord in Mi Wen’s heart. To have such a wife, what more could a husband ask for? Mi Wen would prefer if He Linghan didn’t come at all. If she would willingly "divorce," Mi Wen could even promise her wealth for a lifetime. That way, she could tell Ye Shikai that He Linghan has already left, voluntarily. This would let him give up completely. However... reality was completely different from what she imagined. Not only did He Linghan come, but she came alone.

"Actually, you don’t have to come. If you were a bit more rational, you should realize I wouldn’t kill him. If I were determined to kill him, I would’ve done it in the mountains that day..."

"What if? Even if you had a fleeting thought of killing him, a mere passing notion would put his life at risk, so I had to come. Once I’m here, he’s safe." He Linghan shouted suddenly.

"I’m here this time to propose a deal with you. If you agree, I can spare him," Mi Wen calmed her emotions and said lightly.

"What deal?" He Linghan asked.

"You leave him, the farther, the better. I can give you enough money to last several lifetimes and ensure your safety. I can even let Shangguan Jian and the others go. Otherwise, I’ll kill him." Mi Wen’s words were shocking. She initially wanted to persuade her, but she underestimated He Linghan’s feelings, forcing her to threaten with Ye Shikai’s life. It seemed incredibly absurd no matter how one looked at it, but Mi Wen no longer cared. Having given so much, even becoming a laughingstock to the world, she had to gain something. Even if she couldn’t win Ye Shikai’s heart, she at least wanted to keep the man.