While Shen Qi and 1818 were conversing, her guards had already subdued the group of bandits and found a half-token on them.
Upon closer inspection, the leader of the guards’ expression changed drastically.
“Princess,” the guard leader presented the half-token to Shen Qi with both hands, stealing a glance at her before hesitating.
Shen Qi casually glanced at it and said, “Speak.”
“This token seems to resemble the military token of the Weiyuan Marquis,” the guard leader said, taking a deep breath. “I suspect that the Weiyuan Marquis still harbors rebellious intentions. Today’s incident was likely aimed at you, Princess. This person…”
The guard leader’s long blade instantly pressed against Xie Mingwang’s neck. “This person is highly likely to be an accomplice of the Weiyuan Marquis, deliberately orchestrating this act to harm you!”