Chapter 69: A Beauty in a Bath

“Feng Baiyu, do you really think that you can continue to fake ignorance?” Qi Chen said through clenched teeth with a scowl. “It’s not the first time that you and Nan Xun are seen together. What are you planning? Are you a spy sent by Nan Xun?”

Jun Huang’s head snapped up. “Your Royal Highness has misunderstood me. This gentleman thought that after everything I’d done for Your Royal Highness, I would have earned your trust. But now Your Royal Highness is doubting my loyalty.” She laughed bitterly.

Qi Chen paused. He realized that he might have overreacted. He felt a little guilty. “That’s not what I meant - ”

“I met with Nan Xun today to seek his support for Your Royal Highness,” said Jun Huang. She didn’t even bat an eye as she lied to Qi Chen. “He has control over the army. If Your Royal Highness can attain his support, his power will be of great help to you. I didn’t tell Your Royal Highness only because the matter was not a done deal yet. I didn’t want to give Your Royal Highness any false hope.”

“Unfortunately, Nan Xun isn’t willing...