After the divorce, I was adorned in a phoenix robe, while my ex-husband's entire family dug up

Seeing her mistress's confident demeanor, Dongxu's fear lessened somewhat, and she obediently stayed by her side without making a sound.

Wei Zhaoning said, "There's one more thing: she wants to eat it, and I want to eat it too."

"explain."

"Roasted mutton, please, brother."

A glimmer of light appeared in the burly, bearded man's honest eyes, but it quickly disappeared. However, Wei Zhaoning, who was staring intently at him, had already caught that fleeting expression.

"The taste is good, it's fine. It's also easier for me when I encounter someone who doesn't cry or make a fuss."

After saying that, the burly man with the thick beard ordered someone to hurry up and buy these things.

"Just wait."

Wei Zhaoning looked like he was waiting to die, unhurried and even a little leisurely.

"Brother, you're from the Western Regions, aren't you? What makes you think of coming to the Central Plains to do this kind of work?"

The burly man with the thick beard narrowed his eyes. Seeing that the two were tied up and locked in a dark room, he figured they couldn't cause any trouble. So he chatted with Wei Zhaoning for a bit. Actually, the most important thing was that he quite liked this little girl. Over the years, he had dealt with so many crying and screaming girls that his ears were practically calloused. Sometimes, he would almost get agitated just seeing a woman.

"You're quite smart; you should know that trying to be clever at this juncture won't get you anywhere."

Wei Zhaoning's expression was very calm. "What kind of clever tricks could I possibly have upheld, brother? You think too highly of me. I'm just about to die and want to talk to someone. My maid is mute and can't speak. It's been a long time since anyone has talked to me. Can't I even fulfill this last wish?"

A hint of sympathy flashed in the eyes of the burly man with a thick beard. He could tell that although the girl was dressed in fine clothes and clearly came from an extraordinary background, she probably didn't have anyone who truly cared for her. Otherwise, how could she have ended up in this situation?

"I am from the Western Regions."

"However, three years ago, some changes occurred in my family, and I could no longer stay in the Western Regions."

The bearded man spoke with a hint of sadness, then added, "I guess I'm half a Beijinger, at least I can experience some emotions here."

Wei Zhaoning pondered for a moment and said, "What happened that made you unable to stay any longer? Since I'm going to die anyway, it won't hurt to tell a dead person your secret. Satisfy my curiosity, will it?"

Da Han Dao paused for a moment, then realized that Wei Zhaoning's words made sense. "Three years ago, the Western Regions were in turmoil, and the royal family was seizing power. My whole family was implicated. Many people died back then. My family was considered lucky. My parents starved to death while fleeing, and my younger brother broke his leg. When we reached the capital, he was barely alive. Well, that's all I'll tell you. Anyway, you're going to die soon, and I don't want to bring up my sad memories because of a dead person."

Wei Zhaoning was almost certain that heaven was still looking out for her; this person was a survivor of the "massacre" in the Western Regions three years ago.

"Why did you choose to come to Dayong? You don't know anyone here. As far as I know, the Western Regions are vast. You can hide in another city, change your appearance, find someone to get a fake household registration, and you can still live a normal life."

Wei Zhaoning said earnestly.

The burly man shook his head. "You don't understand."

At this moment, the last meal Wei Zhaoning ordered had arrived. Wei Zhaoning ate it with relish, occasionally feeding Dongxu a bite.

"In that person's eyes, we, the collateral branches of the former king's followers, as long as we are related by blood, deserve to die. No one will want us, and it will be useless to escape anywhere."

I came to Dayong because of someone... Never mind, you should eat, little girl." Tears welled up in the bearded man's eyes.

Wei Zhaoning paused for a moment, then said, "Brother, thank you. You're such a kind person. The assassins I've encountered in the past always wanted to kill me with one blow, even targeting my manhood."

You not only fed me, but you also chatted with me. I really haven't had a proper conversation with anyone in years.

Dongxu looked at Wei Zhaoning's red eyes in surprise and thought to herself, "Wow, awesome!"

The bearded man was also moved, but he just shook his head and said, "Little girl, may you be reborn into a good family in your next life."

He did feel sorry for the girl, but rules are rules. In his line of work, he was destined to be hard-hearted. No matter how moved he was, it wouldn't interfere with his business. Those who deserved to die would still die.

If it weren't for the rule of the head of the household, he might have been like the secret guards Wei Zhaoning mentioned, not giving her a chance to eat and killing her with one blow.

After eating for a while, Wei Zhaoning said, "Brother, it's a pity I'm going to die now."

If I'm still alive, perhaps I can help you. I know someone who holds a very high position in the Western Regions and is also very kind. She can help you find a way out.

The bearded man's alarm bells rang loudly, "Stop talking nonsense, finish eating and get on the road."

Wei Zhaoning said, "I'm not playing any tricks. I just feel that you've been very good to me, brother. Even though you wanted to kill me, you've been the kindest person I've ever met. I wanted to do something good for you, but I don't have the chance anymore. That's just a sigh."

The bearded man remained silent, staring intently at Wei Zhaoning as she ate her last meal.

His heart would not be swayed by a few soft words.

Wei Zhaoning muttered to himself, "Fate is cruel, fate is cruel. If only Tana were here..."

The bearded man hadn't intended to speak properly with Wei Zhaoning and even wanted to scold her and tell her to stop talking nonsense, but as soon as he heard her name, his expression immediately turned serious.

"What did you say? Who?"

Wei Zhaoning glanced at him and said, "Tana, Princess Tana."

"You are from the Western Regions, so you should know her. I don't know why she didn't help you back then, but the Tana I know is very kind. She would never let the people of the Western Regions fall into this situation."

The bearded man said coldly, "Who are you to her?"

Wei Zhaoning took out a jade pendant from his pocket. The patterns on the pendant were unique to the Western Regions. "I've known her since we were children, and we've kept in touch by letter all these years. We're good friends."

"It's a pity I can't see her anymore. This jade pendant was a gift from her. Brother, you're from the Western Regions. How about this, could you do me one last favor?"

Help me find someone to take this jade pendant to the Western Regions and return it to Tana. I am a dead man, and I don't even know where my bones will go after I die. This jade pendant is with me, and if it is buried, it will be tainted with evil energy and will affect Tana. If someone with malicious intent picks it up, who knows if they will use this jade pendant to cause trouble and do something bad to Tana.

Brother, although we've only met once, I can tell you're not a bad person. I trust you. Could you help me with this?

The bearded man stared intently at the jade pendant, his whole body trembling violently, his eyes bloodshot.