Xiao Cui raised her head, looked at Xi Yu's eyes, trying to make her voice less trembling.

"But... I'm still very scared. Why do they come to kill you?"

Xi Yu sighed and said slowly.

"I don't know either. But you don't have to worry, I will protect myself and you."

Xiao Cui nodded, and the fear in her heart was gradually dispelled by Xi Yu's words.

However, although their emotions had calmed down, they could not fall asleep peacefully.

The thrilling scene kept flashing in their minds, making it difficult for them to calm down.

The night is getting deeper and deeper.

Chen Dagang lay on the bed of the inn, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep. His heart was filled with uneasiness and uneasiness, and the results of the killers' actions were unresolved.

Xi Yu's figure kept popping up in his mind.

Chen Dagang knew that this assassination was his desperate attempt, and success or failure was related to his future destiny.

He prayed silently, hoping that the killers could complete the task smoothly.

He fantasized about the scene after Xi Yu was assassinated, and a hint of revenge surged in his heart.

However, at the same time, he also felt a little scared, worried that things would be exposed and that he would fall into a desperate situation.

As time passed by little by little, Chen Dagang's mood became heavier.

He got up and walked to the window, pushed open the window, letting the cool night breeze blow on his face.

Under cruel torture, the killer's body had reached its limit. He fell to the ground dyingly, his breath was weak.

In the end, he could no longer bear the pain and could not help but tell the truth.

When the secret guard and the county magistrate learned that all this was related to Chen Dagang, they were shocked.

The county magistrate's face became very ugly. He looked at the killer in disbelief and sternly said: "Don't talk nonsense! How could Lord Governor be related to this matter?"

The killer raised his head with difficulty, and his eyes revealed firmness and determination.

"I didn't lie. It was Chen Dagang who hired us to assassinate Xi Yu. He gave us generous rewards and made us sure to complete the task."

The county magistrate fell into deep thought. Could it be that Chen Dagang really hides such a deep conspiracy?

A trace of doubt surging in his heart.

"This matter is quite a matter, and it must be investigated carefully." The county magistrate calmly analyzed, "We cannot easily draw conclusions based on the killer's side."

He decided to go to Chen Dagang in person, confront him in person, and find out the truth of the matter.

The county magistrate and secret guards took a few confidants and quickly went to the inn where Chen Dagang was.

At the same time, Chen Dagang was anxiously waiting for the news in the inn room.

When he saw the news of the county magistrate coming through the windowsill, his heart couldn't help but feel nervous.

The secret guard stepped into the inn room and looked at Chen Dagang with a cold look.

"Chen Dagang, I got the news that you hired a killer to assassinate the Prime Minister. What's going on?"

Chen Dagang's face turned pale in an instant, and he replied calmly: "This is a slander! How could I do such a thing? I have no grudges and no grudges with the Prime Minister, so why should I assassinate him?"

The county magistrate said embarrassedly: "Sir, the killer is confident and said it was your commander."

Chen Dagang's voice trembled a little.

"This must be someone who deliberately framed me! Maybe it was the killer who randomly pointed it out to protect himself."

The secret guard held a sharp knife and pressed it tightly on Chen Dagang's neck. The cold blade emitted a terrifying cold light.

He had a sharp look and revealed his firm determination, hoping that through this deterrence, Chen Dagang would tell the truth.

However, Chen Dagang's expression was still firm.

He insisted that he had nothing to do with the assassination of Xi Yu.

Seeing that Chen Dagang refused to compromise, the secret guard became stern.

"Mr. County Magistrate, this person has a great relationship and must be taken away for interrogation." He turned his attention to the county Magistrate, hoping that he could make a decision.

The county magistrate's face became very embarrassed.

Chen Dagang has a special identity. He is the governor and has a certain power and status.

The county magistrate couldn't help but hesitate, worried that offending Chen Dagang would cause trouble for him.

However, the secret guard did not retreat at all. He angrily rebuked: "Everything is decided by the Prime Minister. Do you still need to be afraid of a governor?"

The county magistrate sighed helplessly, and he had to order someone to take Chen Dagang away.

The moment Chen Dagang was taken away, a trace of despair and unwillingness flashed in his eyes.

As Chen Dagang was taken away, the county magistrate's heart was also full of contradictions and helplessness.

He understood that this incident might cause a series of storms, but he could only do it according to the secret guard's requirements.

Chen Dagang was finally locked up.

The secret guards sternly instructed the county magistrate to look after Chen Dagang to ensure that he could not escape, and said that he would interrogate again tomorrow.

If the county magistrate dares to let the person go privately, the consequences will be borne by him.

A slight sound of footsteps came from outside the guest room door.

Xi Yu's nerves suddenly became tense.

The door was gently pushed open, and the secret guard walked in quietly.

"Prime Minister, we have important news."

"Is the mastermind caught?"

The voice of the secret guard was low and serious.

"The killer said it was Chen Dagang and he had been locked up by us."

Xi Yu was shocked after hearing this, and his face was filled with disbelief.

"Chen Dagang?"

The dark guard's eyes were as sharp as eagles.

"But further interrogation is needed."

Xi Yu's brows frowned even more, and he shook his head.

"I have no grudges with Chen Dagang, and I really can't figure out why he wanted to murder me."

"We will continue to investigate and we will find out the truth."

Xi Yu looked at the dark guard gratefully.

"I'm working hard. This matter is a big deal. I hope you can be more careful." Thank you for your protection."

The secret guard bowed slightly.

"This is the responsibility of the subordinate. If nothing happens, the subordinate will step down first."

After saying that, the secret guard left quietly like a ghost.

Xi Yu's mood became heavier and heavier.

After hearing the news that Chen Dagang was locked up, Xiao Cui showed a look of confusion and confusion on her face.

She asked, "Prime Minister, isn't Chen Dagang the governor? After he came, the county magistrate released us. How could he be a bad guy?"

Xi Yu looked at Xiao Cui, and a trace of worry flashed in his eyes.

He sighed softly and said earnestly: "Xiao Cui, sometimes you can't just look at the surface. Your identity and appearance do not necessarily reflect a person's true character."

He paused and continued: "This matter is probably not that simple. There may be deeper motivations and purposes hidden behind Chen Dagang's behavior. We cannot easily believe what is on the surface, and we need to uncover the truth through in-depth investigation."

Xi Yu felt that Xiao Cui was still too simple and easily confused by appearances.

Her understanding of the complexity of human nature and the insidious world is not deep enough.

He hopes that through this incident, Xiao Cui can understand that looking at people requires a comprehensive view, and not just a temporary impression or superficial phenomenon to judge a person's good or bad.

"Xiao Cui, remember this lesson. When encountering things in the future, you should think more, observe more, and don't draw conclusions easily." Xi Yu instructed gently.

Xiao Cui nodded. Although she was still a little confused, she also realized her innocence.

She looked at Xi Yu gratefully.

"I will remember, Prime Minister, thank you for your reminder."

Late at night in Youzhou Xifu, Ouyang Linlin was suddenly awakened by a nightmare.

She jumped out of the bed and let out a sharp scream.

This sudden sound instantly broke the tranquility of the night.

Xiaohong, who was sleeping outside, was immediately awakened by this scream.
To be continued...