Chapter 28

Aunt Long was the person-in-charge of Dong Bao’s punishment. Although she did not strike lightly, she was lenient. Dong Bao’s injuries were not severe.

Dong Bao was still overwhelmed with guilt when she noticed Han Jing walking towards her. “My Lady, it was my fault. I deserve the punishment from the princess.”

Han Jing poured a cup of water and gave it to Dong Bao. “Alright, stop talking like that. You should rest well and take lessons from Aunt Long after you are fully recovered. You should be more cautious in everything you do in the future. I was pretty reckless myself to be deceived by them.”

Dong Bao accepted the cup with a lump in her throat. “My Lady, I don’t deserve your kindness…” she sobbed.

Han Jing tapped Dong Bao’s forehead lightly. “Silly girl, we have been together since we were young. We have a unique relationship compared to others. We have lots of things to do in the future, and I cannot do anything without you!”

Dong Bao nodded. “Don’t worry, my Lady. I will definitely be careful from now on!”

Han Jing nodded in return with a smile.

Dong Bao looked at her with confusion. “My Lady, why do I feel like you’ve changed within one night?”

Han Jing raised a brow. “Oh? What changed?”

“Hmm…” Dong Bao pondered for a while before her eyes sparkled with enthusiasm. “It’s like, you grew up a lot within one night!”

“Pfft!” Han Jing laughed. “We all grow up at one point. Rest well. I have a critical task for you to start in two days.”

“I will!” Dong Bao replied hurriedly.

Han Jing and Dong Bao’s rooms were right beside each other. She rested after comforting Dong Bao. Although Han Jing had already figured out her own identity, her memories were still a blur, and she still needed Dong Bao’s help in many things. Since Dong Bao grew up with her and was as close as sisters, their mutual trust was undoubtedly a strong one. That was why Han Jing trusted her and planned to keep her.

Han Jing went to greet Su Yaozheng after breakfast the next morning. Han Jing noticed that she was prepared to visit the palace.

She thought of her own plan and whispered it to Su Yaozheng. She did not really care what Han Jing planned to do. She would just follow her instructions.

When Su Yaozheng visited the palace, she did not say anything other than the fact that Su Xingyan hit Han Jing in front of others near Ling Manor the previous day. Su Yu was also a witness. Coincidentally, Su Yu walked in right after Su Yaozheng finished her complaint. He was summoned by the Emperor for a visit, and he was more than willing to testify for her.

The Emperor got a headache from those two.

As Han Jing’s uncle, the Emperor was well aware of her bad temper. He guessed that his son must have lost control after she provoked him to hit her.

However, he had no idea how to deal with his sister. Before Su Yu got himself involved, the Emperor planned to get his men to investigate the matter and speak on behalf of his son. After all, he felt bad for his son regarding his engagement with Han Jing.

However, Su Yu—who was usually a carefree person—reached the palace at that precise moment and added fuel to the flames. He said that Su Xingyan wanted to take Han Jing’s life had he not stopped him in time!

Su Yu’s words infuriated Su Yaozheng. She swore to the Emperor that she would not let this go easily if he did not summon Su Xingyan to discuss the matter!