People in the Qin Dynasty sought good fortune and avoided misfortune.

Chapter 291, Shall we start dating?

As soon as the smooth, soft little hand touched hers, Xu Qing immediately grasped it, feeling the warmth and softness of the other's hand.

"Thank you for your trust. I won't let you down," Xu Qing said with a light laugh.

"Don't be too happy yet. The Luo Wang has sent a large number of assassins to Xinzheng, including the Heaven-level assassins Hei Bai Xuan Jian and Yan Ri, as well as dozens of Kill-level and Earth-level assassins. The news I heard is that the Luo Wang is going to cooperate with the Nightfall, and the target is you and a big shot."

"But I also received a mission, which is to protect you by any means necessary and to bring you into the Qin state."

Jingni recounted the information and mission she had obtained.

Firstly, it was to show his sincerity; secondly, it was to make Xu Qing see the situation clearly and not be complacent; and thirdly, it was also to have Xu Qing help him analyze intelligence.

"Yan Ri is here too? Including you, there are only three Heaven-level assassins, plus a large number of other assassins. This is quite a large-scale operation," Xu Qing said in a deep voice.

Although he had guessed that the situation in Xinzheng would be very different from the original story, he did not expect it to be this different. Fortunately, he had made preparations in advance to win over Jing Ni.

Otherwise, even if he, Wei Zhuang, Gai Nie, Ni Lin, Zi Nu, and the others all went into their highest form, they might not be able to protect Ying Zheng, even with three Heaven-level assassins, Nightfall, and a large number of Earth-level assassins.

However, Xu Qing also noticed something strange: Jing Ni and Hei Bai Xuan Jian's missions were different, which was worth pondering.

"So you knew about these things all along?" Jing Ni asked, frowning.

"I forgot to introduce myself. I am Xu Qing, a disciple of the Heavenly Sect. As for the important figure you mentioned, I also know him."

Xu Qing took out the Qin King's jade pendant from his bosom and said to Jing Ni.

Looking at the jade pendant displayed before her, Jingni was slightly surprised, and her brows furrowed even more.

"You are a member of the Heavenly Sect, and you have met with the King of Qin. The Heavenly Sect has chosen to support the King of Qin, so you are also going to Qin to help him?" Jing Ni said thoughtfully.

Tianzong kept to himself and the world at large, but she had seen snippets of information about Tianzong and the Qin Kingdom in some of the top-secret scrolls of the Luo Wang.

Moreover, the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) not only infiltrated the six kingdoms of Shandong, but also most of the Hundred Schools of Thought. The few that were not infiltrated, apart from the Guigu School, which only had two members per generation, and the Yin Yang School, which completely secluded itself from the world, were the only ones without members of the Luo Wang.

Maybe she does, but she just doesn't know it.

But this is enough to explain the unknown relationship between Tianzong and the Qin state.

Therefore, upon hearing Xu Qing's words, Jing Ni immediately understood that Xu Qing's entry into Qin was not to help Lü Buwei, but to help Ying Zheng.

“I know you are well aware of the situation in Qin. The ruler is weak and the ministers are strong. Although the King of Qin is just a puppet now, he is still young, while Lü Buwei is old and doesn’t have many years left.”

"As for Lao Ai, he relied solely on Empress Dowager Zhao Ji, and the reason Zhao Ji was able to wield such power was because her son was the King of Qin."

"Once the King of Qin is crowned, neither Lü Buwei nor Zhao Ji and Lao Ai will be able to relinquish power. In the end, this Qin state will belong to the Ying family."

Xu Qing explained, holding Jing Ni's hand.

He was worried that Jing Ni would change her mind if she heard that he supported Ying Zheng, so he quickly explained the pros and cons to her. However, before Xu Qing could finish speaking, Jing Ni interrupted him.

“You don’t need to explain to me. Since I’ve chosen to help you, I won’t regret it. You just need to tell me what to do,” Jing Ni said.

Xu Qing was taken aback. He hadn't expected Jing Ni to trust him so much. He looked at her with emotion and couldn't help but squeeze Jing Ni's little hand.

"Have you finished pooping?"

Jing Ni glanced coldly at Xu Qing and said in a cold voice.

She didn't pull her hand back, waiting for Xu Qing to let go on her own, but Xu Qing just wouldn't stop pulling.

"Not enough, how can this be enough?" Xu Qing had intended to say a few sweet words, but upon meeting Jing Ni's cold gaze, he immediately shut his mouth.

Although Jing Ni's emotions have returned, she hasn't fully become a normal person yet. If he's too hasty, it will backfire. It's best to let things take their natural course. "Don't keep such a straight face. You can try to accept those feelings in your heart; after all, they are a part of you."

Xu Qing released Jing Ni's hand and said.

"You should be thinking about how to deal with the assassination attempts by Yan Ri and Hei Bai Xuan Jian, not treating my illness," Jing Ni said, regaining her previous indifference.

Now that Xu Qing has chosen to support Ying Zheng, the most important thing to consider is to protect Ying Zheng and help him return to Qin, and wait for the day he is to be crowned.

If Ying Zheng had died in Xinzheng, then everything would have been for naught.

"Don't worry about that, I already have a plan in mind. However, I need to meet with someone else. This plan and the follow-up matters will require his help," Xu Qing said.

"Ah."

Jing Ni nodded in agreement. She wasn't a very curious person. Since Xu Qing said he had a plan, she would naturally tell him the plan when she needed to take action.

Secrecy is essential for success; this is one of the principles by which assassins carry out their missions.

"Then I shall take my leave."

Xu Qing stood up, bowed to Jing Ni, and walked towards the door. At the door, he turned back to look at Jing Ni and said...
"Actually, I prefer to call you Miss Jingni rather than Madam."

"It's just a form of address, do as you please," Jing Ni said calmly.

Seeing this, Xu Qing said nothing more and turned to walk outside.

Jingni watched Xu Qing's departing figure, a strange glint flashing in her eyes.

"Everything went very smoothly. You didn't even have to go looking for him; he came to you instead. I never expected him to choose this method to enter Qin. It seems I underestimated your charm."

Luo Jing appeared in the spot where Xu Qing had been sitting and looked at Jing Ni.

"The result is good, and that's enough," Jingni said.

“Yes, the result is good. His feelings for you might be real. Why don’t you accept it?” Luo Jing said, blinking.

Jing Ni's face darkened. She couldn't even handle her own emotions, let alone accept someone's love.

"Do you think I'm the kind of person who's into romance?" Jing Ni asked coldly.

"Who knows?"

After giving a meaningful smile, Luo Jing disappeared from Jing Ni's sight.

After leaving the Feng residence, Xu Qing boarded the carriage. As she entered the carriage, she glanced back at the gate of the Feng residence.

"Alas, the task is arduous and the road ahead is long, but most of this iceberg has already melted, and the rest is just a matter of time."

After a moment of reflection, Xu Qing entered the carriage. Next, he was going to see Li Si.

It's just unknown whether this historically renowned figure was as ambitious as depicted in the original story.

"Go to the Ninth Young Master's residence."

"promise."

The coachman drove the carriage toward Han Fei's Ninth Prince's residence.

(End of this chapter)