Jin Qianqian pondered. "If that's the case, you need more people protecting you. Don't forget that in a critical moment, I still have another option."
Gu Wenheng gripped her hand tightly. "Don't say such silly things. If it truly comes to that, your other option would put you beyond redemption.
"Rest assured, you must have faith in me. Over the years, we've deployed quite a few of our people in Shangjing. When the time comes, you just need to take good care of yourselves.
"Besides, this is only the worst-case scenario. Knowing the Holy Emperor's temperament, I believe he would never allow such a thing to happen. Let's not borrow trouble."
Jin Qianqian pursed her lips. "I hope you're right."
Yet deep down, they both knew that Shangjing was nowhere near as peaceful as it seemed on the surface.
