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　　“The estimated time is too long. The route needs to be completed within a year.” If the time limit set by Master Xiao was misses, then even if a route was established in the future, it would be meaningless.

　　He Di’s mouth formed a little smile, and he playfully raised his eyebrows as he carefully observed the other man’s overbearing manner.

　　The man’s beautiful temperament stimulated his appet.i.te. He was out of tune with his surroundings, standing upright like a flagpole that could not be taken down by wind or erosion. As long as he stood there, the air would be clean of any impurities and only his flavour would be left.

　　“Once the route for the dual luminous sand has been opened, it will bring a large profit for both of our sides. The Xiao Family is skilled when it comes to operating a business in a moral and outstanding manner. Is there a possibility that Your Highness can speed up the process?” Zi Yan endured He Di’s rude gaze, and with a serious expression, said, “On behalf of my king and Duke Ming, I will first extend our grat.i.tude for Your Highness.”

　　“Has your injury healed?”

　　Zi Yan slightly stiffened. The fluctuation in his black pupils was not missed by He Di’s keen vision.

　　A moment later…

　　“I am grateful for the prince’s concern. It has already healed.”

　　He Di chuckled and said, “Let me have a look.”

　　Zi Yan suddenly went silent.

　　A boldly dressed and partially exposed beauty was leaning against He Di’s side behaving flirtatiously while listening to their conversation. She understood the underlying meaning of their talk, but kept her lips closed while continuing to eat and laugh charmingly.

　　The candle lights glowing in all directions within the room were suddenly covered by a layer of obscurity, and an evil atmosphere enveloped the surroundings.

　　“What? Did I make the honourable emissary embarra.s.sed? You know, my wound has already healed.” He Di placed his fingertips on his bare shoulder. The scar on his tanned skin did not look hideous, but rather, the shallow colour resembled a mark left behind by a pen. “I do not mind you appreciating the masterpiece that your own hands carved.”

　　The gaze Zi Yan looked at He Di with turned from silent restraint into fearless incisiveness.

　　“Indeed, the man who stabbed Your Highness was me. If the prince wishes to retaliate, a letter can be written to Duke Ming telling him to revoke my qualifications as emissary and to choose another representative.” Zi Yan continued, “Like this, even if Your Highness’ desire is to kill me, the opportunity for a profitable business transaction will not be missed.”