Mu Ren paused, turning to narrow his eyes at the woman before him. Suddenly, he smiled. "I know you're trying to fish for information from me. Next time, there's no need to beat around the bush. If there's something you want to know, just ask me directly."
Shen Qing showed no sign of panic at being seen through. Her almond eyes regarded him without emotion as she said, "And if I ask, will you tell me, Your Highness?"
The corner of Mu Ren's mouth quirked into an unreadable smile. "That depends on your behavior..."
Before he could finish, a soldier hurried over from nearby. After bowing in the Daliang custom, he said, "Your Highness, a message just came from General Suotu. He says the Crown Prince..."
Mu Ren's expression turned grim. He shot the soldier a fierce glare, causing the man to freeze and not dare say another word.
Mu Ren turned and walked away. "Come over here and talk."
Shen Qing scoffed.
