Chapter 9: The Black Mask Man

Mei Kaishao didn't bother to guess Mei Qianfeng's thoughts. She lazily yawned while gazing out the window.

Juxiang, on the other hand, was quite diligent. Not only did she help Mei Kaishao bathe and change clothes, but she also polished her nails and applied fragrant hair oil.

Mei Kaishao knew exactly what was going on. This kind of grooming and dressing up meant that something was going to happen the next day.

In the evening, she announced that she was going to rest early.

As soon as the lights went out, Juxiang became restless.

"Miss? Second Miss?" In the late night, Juxiang tentatively called out to her twice. When she received no response, she secretly took something and went out.

In the darkness, Mei Kaishao suddenly opened her eyes. In the black night, her eyes were as sharp as polar ice, seemingly emitting a faint edge.

In the garden, Juxiang handed something to a person at the foot of the hill.

The person opposite was draped in a black veil, concealing her graceful figure. A faint, hoarse voice could be heard, "Mei Kaishao, this time entering the palace, I will make sure you never return!"

The next morning, Mei Qianfeng called Mei Kaishao to the main hall.

Mei Taiyan was already waiting there. She was wearing a light purple gown with matching floral patterns embroidered on the cuffs. She had silver threads outlining auspicious clouds, and her hair was adorned with a pure white fox fur, clearly meticulously dressed up, making her look even more beautiful. She stood in the center with a gentle expression, surrounded by many women, like the moon surrounded by stars.

Mei Kaishao didn't look at her, but instead, she gazed outside the hall, where a row of guards stood, all dressed in attire from the royal hand!

Sun Gonggong stood among the group, smiling. "Everyone is here, shall we go?"

"Go?" Mei Kaishao raised an eyebrow and uttered a single word, catching Sun Gonggong's attention.

Sun Gonggong stood up, wearing an official smile, and asked Mei Qianfeng, "Didn't General inform the Second Miss that today is the day to enter the palace?"

"Oh dear." Mei Taiyan patted her forehead, shyly lowering her eyes as if admitting her mistake. "Father asked me to tell my sister, but I got carried away with my music practice. I'm really sorry, sister, for delaying your grooming."

Mei Qianfeng reached out and affectionately brushed her hair. "It's alright, I know you're a little scatterbrained."

"Kaishao, don't be mad at Taiyan." Mei Taiyan puffed her cheeks, trying to please Mei Kaishao with her natural innocence.

"The Third Miss is truly as beautiful as a celestial being, with a lovely temperament, unlike the usual young ladies from other families. No wonder the masters all like to visit the Mei family." Sun Gonggong shook his head and smiled, skillfully diffusing the situation. "General is indeed fortunate."

"Not at all." Mei Qianfeng waved his hand, his serious face carrying a smile. "This child doesn't understand the rules. When she enters the palace, I hope Sun Gonggong will take good care of her."

Sun Gonggong exclaimed, "If the Third Miss enters the palace, the masters will take care of her. There's no need for us to worry. General, you can rest assured!"

Mei Kaishao lazily propped her chin, a hint of a smile playing at the corner of her mouth.

Both daughters of the Mei family.

One on the ground, the other in the sky.

But entering the palace...

It did give her an opportunity.

After being a detective for so many years, she knew that Mei Qianfeng's current position was no coincidence.

If it weren't for his meticulous thoughts and ruthless methods, he wouldn't have been able to seize power in the Mei family and cover up the cause of Mei Lian's death so tightly.

Trying to take him down wouldn't be an easy task.

Moreover, what she wanted wasn't just to end Mei Qianfeng's life. It was to reveal the truth about her mother, Mei Lian, and give her justice!

This was the most basic passion for her as a detective.

And... judging by Mei Taiyan's expression, it seemed like she was confident about this selection.

Well, she didn't have any other hobbies. Her favorite thing to do was to crush other people's confidence...

It was time to reclaim the Mei family and perhaps obtain a treasure from the palace. After fulfilling Mei Lian's wish, she could venture out into the world.

[End of this chapter]