Chapter 29 - 29 Zhan Xuerou’s Murder Plan

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Chapter 29: Chapter 29 Zhan Xuerou's Murder Plan Early the next morning, at Yunyin Academy. Zhan Lan could see from afar that Young Master Si Jun was walking into the main entrance with a sullen look on his face. Her eyes dimmed; naturally, Zhan Lan understood what was troubling him. Young Master Si Jun suffered from asthma, and only the medicine provided by Alchemist Qi could treat his condition. Now that Alchemist Qi had disappeared, he was understandably panicked. In her previous life, Alchemist Qi had stayed by Si Jun's side and was imprisoned within the imperial palace. It was only because Si Jun's condition was under control that he could live so freely and comfortably. Having been reborn, Zhan Lan intended to tie down Si Jun bit by bit, making him suffer the torment of his illness night after night! She would take away everything he had ever possessed. As Si Jun's gaze came to rest momentarily on Zhan Lan, he immediately turned away. He really couldn't fathom what this woman was thinking. In public, she would affectionately call him 'Senior Brother.' In private, however, she treated him with stark indifference and coldness! Si Jun helplessly shook his head; afflicted with illness, he had no energy to ponder these matters further. Meanwhile, to avoid walking with Si Jun, Zhan Lan chose to take a side door with Dugu Yan. They chatted as they walked. Dugu Yan inquired casually, "Hey, does Young Master Si like the scent of gardenias?" "Gu Yan, we need not discuss matters concerning Young Master Si," Zhan Lan reminded her. "Oh, I understand," Dugu Yan nodded and replied. As the two headed towards the school, a figure emerged behind them. Chunhua clenched her teeth and glared angrily at Zhan Lan's retreating figure. Just yesterday, she and Qiuyue were kicked by Zhan Lan, and now her knee was still sore, bruised purple. Lady Xuerou had tasked her with monitoring Zhan Lan's every move. Wasn't this a discovery? It turned out that Zhan Lan was also silently paying attention to Young Master Si, and surprisingly, Young Master Si seemed to like the scent of gardenias. Chunhua realized this in her heart. Zhan Lan and Dugu Yan exchanged a glance; of course, they noticed that someone was following them. It was just surveillance for now, but given the chance, Xuerou would surely take aggressive action against her!@@@@ Upon reaching the school, Zhan Lan sat opposite Si Jun and watching him occasionally cough brought her an immense sense of satisfaction. Xuerou was the last to enter; she deliberately walked by Si Jun, and as he caught a whiff of a strong fragrance, Si Jun started coughing violently. Could it be... The gardenia flower on her head. She glanced back at the calm and composed Zhan Lan, already knowing the answer. It was Zhan Lan's deliberate scheming! Concerned for the General Mansion's reputation, Zhan Xuerou restrained herself from making a scene, her determination solidifying within. Zhan Lan had indeed grown bold! To dare make a fool of her like this! Her eyes, cast downward, became enigmatically deep, if her own dog wouldn't listen, then it had to be put down! ... Zhan Xuerou returned home accompanied by Chunhua and Qiuyue. In her boudoir, she slammed shut the door and, in a fury, shattered two porcelain cups. "Zhan Lan, she disdains everyone, to dare make a fool of me like this!" As Chunhua poured a cup of tea for Zhan Xuerou, she whispered, "Miss, a few days ago, my cousin made contact with the Black Shark Gang, they are waiting for the word!" Having been punished for previously speaking well of Zhan Lan, Qiuyue chimed in nervously, "Yes, Miss, Zhan Lan still thinks she's the General Mansion's legitimate daughter. Her last few actions were clearly aimed against you." Zhan Xuerou's expression turned icy as she clenched the handkerchief in her hand, her voice sharpening, "Since Zhan Lan is behaving this way, she can't blame me for leaving her no way out." "Have the Black Shark Gang beat her half to death and then throw her into the valley to feed the wolves!" "Miss, when should we act?" asked Chunhua eagerly. Zhan Xuerou's eyes darkened, "During Tomb-Sweeping Festival, aren't we going to the outskirts for the ancestral rites? Then." "But Miss, Lady Li will be going with us as well," Qiuyue expressed worry. "Then let Lady Li be buried with her," Zhan Xuerou said with a menacing look that sent shivers through Qiuyue. Zhan Xuerou had always been like this, outwardly gentle and affable, but inherently jealous and cruel. She once saw Zhan Xuerou caressing a kitten, and when it scratched her hand, she flayed it alive and burned it to death. On another occasion, a child dirtied her favorite dress in the marketplace. She appeared magnanimous, gifting the child pine nut sugar. But by the afternoon, she had the child bound and thrown into a well. By the time the child's parents found him, he was barely alive. Though saved, he ended up with a lifelong disability. Such incidents were numerous. Qiuyue's heart pounded. Zhan Lan had grown up with their Miss; was she really going to be exterminated completely? Zhan Xuerou's voice brought Qiuyue's thoughts back, heard her say softly, "Chunhua, see to it, make sure the Black Shark Gang are neat in their work and tight-lipped, they won't lack for silver." "Yes!" Chunhua responded and withdrew, Qiuyue tidied up the broken porcelain on the floor, and retired as well. Zhan Xuerou was left alone, gazing out of the window, her voice barely a whisper, "Zhan Lan, Tomb-Sweeping Festival will be the death anniversary for you and your mother! Worry not, your dear sister will visit you every year!"

Chapter 29 - 29 Zhan Xuerou’s Murder Plan

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