For this reason, Xing Yuan was determined that even if he had to destroy it, he could never let Shen Ruoxi get hold of this thing.

Who exactly is Shen Ruoxi’s husband?

He was someone who almost got conferred as the Imperial Grandson. Sooner or later, he would have a confrontation with the Emperor. If he ascended the throne in the future, it would be even harder to kill Shen Ruoxi.

Moreover, Xing Yuan didn’t want to see Shen Ruoxi succeed so easily.

In fact, he preferred to see a balanced struggle between the Emperor and Jun Moling, so he could benefit from both.

He might as well give up on going to the Western Regions to reclaim the position of Sect Hierarch from the Demon Sect; however, he would never let go of Shen Ruoxi, the enemy who killed his father.

Yet, he also understood in his heart that once Ning Zhen made a decision, he had no power to stop her. So he merely said indifferently, "Fine, the item is yours, you can handle it as you wish."

However, in his heart, he had the idea of destroying that formula.

This woman, Ning Zhen, was remarkably smart and perceptive.

With just one look, she could tell that Xing Yuan was merely paying lip service, perhaps with calculations of his own.

Her martial arts were far inferior to Xing Yuan’s, and if Xing Yuan wanted to destroy the formula, she was indeed helpless, since she couldn’t stay alert every moment.

"Xing Yuan, if you think we are destined not to be on the same side, we might as well separate, it’s better than facing each other on the battlefield later.

To be honest with you, you want to avenge Shen Ruoxi, I won’t agree, I will definitely stand with her against you," Ning Zhen said solemnly and seriously.

She was so resolute that she could deny their relationship as soon as she put on her pants.

This filled Xing Yuan with frustration, as he couldn’t make her fall for him, no matter what. Her rationality and calmness instilled a sense of fear.

"For Shen Ruoxi, you would break with me?" Xing Yuan’s expression was cold, and there was a chill in his voice.

He exuded a heavy, chilling aura, but Ning Zhen showed no fear and merely gave a faint smile, "This isn’t a choice.

Before this, ever since Shen Ruoxi saved me, I decided to stand by her side.

And you, if you can’t fit in, then we can only part ways. From start to finish, it was your choice.

Choosing me, you should have known that Shen Ruoxi and I were one. I never told Shen Ruoxi, not because I didn’t care about her life and death, but because I knew very well that seeking revenge from you in the Capital City was nothing but a fool’s dream.

Moreover, I once believed that a you with no way out might be influenced by me, might let go of hatred, but it seems I was wrong, I overestimated myself."

Ning Zhen looked at Xing Yuan with determined eyes, showing no intention of retreating.

Xing Yuan pursed his lips tightly, his face growing gloomier, and the air between them seemed to freeze into ice, with the clash of emotions and positions seemingly about to erupt.

Xing Yuan remained silent for a long time, his face dark, and finally said, "This is the enemy who killed my father, how do you expect me to let it go? You can’t possibly understand since it’s not happening to you. If you found your enemy, could you easily let it go?"

Ning Zhen calmly replied, "My father was different from yours, my father was just an ordinary blacksmith, living in seclusion for half a lifetime, never killed anyone, never did any evil.

But your father? After he came to the Capital City, he killed innocents wantonly to quickly regain his power, and this is no secret. If my father were guilty of heinous crimes, I naturally wouldn’t seek revenge for him."

Xing Yuan stared stubbornly at Ning Zhen, his eyes full of obstinacy: "My father killed, if those he killed sought revenge on me, I would naturally accept it. But Shen Ruoxi killed my father, and if I don’t avenge him, I’d be unworthy as a son."

"Then there’s nothing more to say. Unless you kill me, I won’t be with you anymore, you go, I’ll return to the Capital City by myself," Ning Zhen said decisively, without the slightest hesitation in her tone.

Xing Yuan’s eyes grew colder, as he threatened, "Do you think you can shake me off?"

"But there’s someone protecting me, I can call for help," Ning Zhen responded fearlessly.

Xing Yuan looked at her with a cruel gaze, a hint of pain and anger in his voice: "You never thought we were the closest people, did you?"

Ning Zhen gave a sorrowful smile and said slowly, "We were just using each other. I’m sorry, I wander this world alone, maybe Shen Ruoxi doesn’t consider me a friend, but in my heart, she’s my only friend.

She won’t stab me in the back, won’t use me, won’t harm me. If you’re saying she’ll kill me to keep me quiet, then I won’t hate her; think of it as repaying her for saving me on the battlefield.

I’ve done many wrong things; I wasn’t like this before, but my thoughts went astray. Now that I’ve finally woken up, I will absolutely not do anything against her again."

After hearing this, Xing Yuan remained silent for a long time, sighed helplessly, and said, "Jun Moling is a Prince, almost became the Imperial Grandson, do you think he will be trustworthy?

In the Imperial Palace, there’s no such thing as sincerity, if you follow Shen Ruoxi, you’ll eventually be schemed against, swallowed until nothing’s left. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

I indeed can’t seek revenge on Shen Ruoxi now, but I don’t want you handing that thing over to her."

A breeze blew gently, lifting the dust on the ground, and the atmosphere between the two was so tense it seemed tangible.

Ning Zhen’s hair fluttered slightly in the wind; she bit her lip but did not waver.

She insisted, "It’s uncertain whether this thing is useful at all. You also know we can’t discern anything from it. I will give it to Shen Ruoxi, but she may not figure it out either, yet I must hand it over to her."

Xing Yuan stood aside, his expression solemn, as Ning Zhen continued, "Xing Yuan, I can’t make you any promises.

After all, I’ve been through a failed marriage. But I’ve made it clear if we remain in harmony, I won’t seek out other men.

I once genuinely wanted to spend my life with you, but it ultimately depends on you. You men always like the new and tire of the old, eating from the bowl while eyeing the pot.

I’ve made myself quite clear, the premise is, you must let go of your hatred, don’t seek revenge on Shen Ruoxi, only then could we have a future."

Xing Yuan remained silent for a long time, finally compromised, and said, "Let’s return to the Capital City first. I promise not to destroy that thing, but I also hope you can stay cautious, don’t trust others easily."

Ning Zhen smiled slightly, finally getting his promise.

In fact, she wanted to say she never trusted anyone easily, except for Shen Ruoxi.

The two hurried back to the Capital City, and naturally, those whom Jun Moling sent out also quickly returned.

They reported to Jun Moling, "Ning Zhen and her pretty-faced companion were ambushed on their way back, but his martial arts were remarkably strong. Although there were many enemies, we intervened in time to eliminate them.

The way back was smooth, without any further incidents."

Jun Moling nodded slightly, then one of the Hidden Guards said, "They seem to have found what they were looking for, so they hurried back to the Capital City."

Jun Moling’s heart skipped a beat, and he nodded, "Alright, I understand, you may leave!"

After the Hidden Guards retreated, Jun Moling pondered for a moment and hurried to find his wife.

Upon seeing Shen Ruoxi, Jun Moling revealed everything to her.

Shen Ruoxi was full of shock upon hearing, "That pretty-faced guy actually knows martial arts and is extremely skilled, why did Ning Zhen never mention this to me?"

Clearly, Jun Moling’s point of concern differed completely from Shen Ruoxi’s; he lowered his voice and asked, "My dear, do you think Ning Zhen will tell us if she found that object?"

Shen Ruoxi’s lips curled slightly, she suddenly turned the question back on her husband, "My dear, do you think Ning Zhen will tell us?"

Jun Moling replied coldly, "I don’t think she will."