She felt like a burden, always needing Qing Muy野's help, and even risking his life for her.
In contrast, she felt she had nothing to give him.
"It's getting late, I should go," Qing Muy野 said softly, cupping her shoulders. "I still have many things to prepare. As for you, do anything you dare. I am here for everything."
The corner of his lips curved into a gentle smile. "I am your backup."
Qing Muy野 reached out and ruffled her hair, his tone filled with pampering and affection.
"A Ye, you be careful too," Meng Jingwei cautioned.
"Alright."
He nodded. "I'm leaving."
With that, he released Meng Jingwei's hands, turned, walked to the balcony, leaped, and disappeared into the night.
Meng Jingwei stood by the window. Since the room was not lit, people outside could not see her.
But she could see the agile figure of Qing Muy野 disappearing before the twilight.
Her hands rested on the railing, her willow brows furrowed as if unable to unfurl, her heart full of worry.
The day after tomorrow was the ceremony for the succession of the Hidden Lord.
Meng Jingwei knew that Qing Muy野 came at this time because Old Chen Tou was discussing plans to seize power with the He Xiao clan, paying no mind to the 'seriously injured' Qing Muy野, which allowed him to seize the opportunity to rush over.
The next day, due to the upcoming succession ceremony for the Hidden Lord, some streets in the Hidden Clan were closed. Hidden Clan flags were hung in other areas, or large red lanterns were displayed, instantly creating a festive atmosphere.
However, beneath the outwardly joyous atmosphere, a hidden undercurrent flowed.
That night.
He Ka Yan Yi met secretly with Anthony.
He sat opposite Anthony, his expression solemn. "Tomorrow is the succession ceremony. The He Xiao clan will inevitably rebel. We can wait for them to eliminate He Ka Lian Nuo, then appear, encircle and suppress them. My supporting elders will then step forward to support me."
He Ka Yan Yi's gaze was heavy. "How many experts do you have?"
Anthony, with a cigar in his mouth, leaned back on the sofa, his brows furrowed in thought. "About a dozen skilled individuals. However, I have a sniper who never misses."
He looked up, his gaze towards Anthony carrying a hint of pride.
"You have a sniper too?" He Ka Yan Yi was somewhat surprised, but more so, delighted.
"Of course."
"Very good."
He Ka Yan Yi smiled and took out a blueprint, spreading it on the table. "This is the blueprint of the succession ceremony venue tomorrow. This position directly above is for my mother, and this position beside her is for He Ka Lian Nuo. As for you, you should arrange for your sniper to lie in wait at this location. Tomorrow, as soon as the He Xiao clan makes their move, instruct your sniper to immediately eliminate He Ka Lian Nuo. At that time, it can be framed on the He Xiao clan. After a fierce battle between the two sides, I will then lead my men to encircle and suppress the He Xiao clan and their people. At this point, have your men eliminate Meng Jingwei amidst the chaos."
Anthony listened to He Ka Yan Yi's plan, with some doubt. "Are your people reliable?"
"Absolutely no problem," He Ka Yan Yi was quite confident.
"Is that so?"
Anthony stood up, walked to He Ka Yan Yi's side, and sat down. He placed a hand on his shoulder and looked at him sideways. "Tomorrow's matter is very risky. If things go wrong, this prince might lose his life. Yan Yi, don't you have anything to show for it?"
He raised an eyebrow and smiled mischievously.
He Ka Yan Yi paused for a second, his eyes flashing, then immediately smiled. "As agreed before. Once I secure the position of Hidden Lord, I will definitely sign a contract with you, granting you the mining rights for several mines."
"But if you fail, I will not only suffer losses in men and equipment, but my life may also be buried with you."