Chapter 26 Journey to Southern Liang

er. "Hurry up! Don't disturb me while I am making wine!"Yun Qianyue turned away to see that Rong Jing had already left the room. She put the paper in her sleeve and quickly followed him out. As she ar...Chapter 26: Journey to Southern Liang

The battlefield was strewn with broken limbs and corpses, the entire Fen River bend filled with a thick smell of blood. Ye Qian's voice was sharp and cold.

No one spoke; they all looked in the direction of the capital city of Southern Liang.

Ye Qian withdrew her gaze and looked at Shen Zhao, sizing him up from head to toe with a change in attitude as she smiled, "So you're Shen Zhao, heir of Emperor Grandfather's curse magic."

"Princess Ye!" Shen Zhao bowed slightly to Ye Qian without performing the formal great courtesy.

"Indeed a fine man! From today onwards, your name will be known throughout the land!" Ye Qian glanced at Yun Shan Yue and suddenly said, "Madam Chu, what if I don't want my previous promise of not poaching you to stand This Shen Zhao is truly talented; as soon as this princess met him, she couldn't let go! Can you part with him for Southern Liang"

Yun Shan Yue raised an eyebrow, "Shen Zhao belongs to himself. If Princess Ye can make him agree to stay in Southern Liang, this wife has no objections."

"Oh So generous, Madam Chu" Ye Qian suddenly laughed and asked Shen Zhao, "Young Master Shen, what do you think of staying in Southern Liang"

Shen Zhao looked at Yun Shan Yue.

Yun Shan Yue smiled gently at him, "Princess Ye will certainly offer a high position and generous rewards to you. Shen Zhao, do you want to stay in Southern Liang You belong to yourself; if you wish to remain in Southern Liang, Master and Mistress would be relieved."

Shen Zhao shook his head and looked at Ye Qian firmly, "I admire Prince Jing and am determined to go to Heavenly Saint."

Ye Qian blinked upon hearing this. She circled her gaze between Yun Shan Yue and Shen Zhao before nodding with a smile, "So Young Master Shen admires Prince Jing Southern Liang is indeed a small country that cannot compare with great powers. Since you are determined to go to Heavenly Saint with such lofty aspirations, it's not proper for this princess to trouble you."

Shen Zhao remained silent.

"Qin Yuceng must have taken the opportunity to sneak into the capital of Southern Liang secretly; I need to hurry back. Madam Chu, would you like to go to the capital again You saved my uncle and protected tens of thousands of people in Fen City, blocking Junior Master Cang and Lord Lan, as well as helping Shen Zhao kill rebel Ye Xiao; this is a great merit for Southern Liang. This princess must properly entertain you; it wouldn't be fitting to dismiss you with just one cup of thin wine" asked Ye Qian looking at Yun Shan Yue.

Yun Shan Yue smiled faintly, "Qin Yuceng is but a minor matter; Princess Ye and Marquis Yun can easily deal with her. This wife has other matters to attend to and will not join in the hustle of the capital. As for proper entertainment, there's no need; we agreed earlier that Princess Ye just needs to send generous gifts to the Chu family."

"Madam Chu is so skilled at profiting from your lord," said Ye Qian with hearty laughter. "Since Madam Chu has other matters to attend to, this princess won't detain you further and will definitely send generous gifts to the Chu family as a sign of gratitude." With that, she bowed slightly, "Madam Chu, we'll meet again in the future!"

"Looking forward to it!" Yun Shan Yue also bowed slightly.

"Where is Madam Chu going if you have other matters" asked Yun Muhan who had not spoken until now.

Yun Shan Yue looked at Yun Muhan; he clearly hadn't rested well these past few days and appeared somewhat haggard. She suppressed her emotions, smiled faintly, and said, "My brother sent a letter asking me to go back to Southern Liang."

Yun Muhan's eyes narrowed slightly, "Is the brother Madam Chu is referring to Prince Rui of Southern Liang"

Yun Shan Yue knew that Yun Muhan was suspicious about her identity because he used to be the crown prince of Southern Liang and would naturally know about its affairs. She responded coolly with a smile, "Yes, he's my sworn brother; I have no parents and live alone, so I've always treated him as family, hence referring to him as my brother. Marquis Yun, what advice do you have"

The trace of doubt in Yun Muhan's eyes vanished as he shook his head, "I'm not worthy of giving advice! It's heard that the King of Southern Liang is still unconscious; does Madam Chu go to save him"

"Whether it can be done or not, we have to try," said Yun Shan Yue.

"In that case, I won't detain Madam Chu further! Safe journey!" Yun Muhan also bowed slightly.

Yun Shan Yue nodded.

"Madam Chu, I'm going to Southern Liang as well; can you take an old man along the way It's more convenient," said the King's Uncle of Southern Liang suddenly.

Yun Shan Yue looked at the King's Uncle of Southern Liang and raised an eyebrow, "Now that Princess Ye has returned to the capital and will announce the death of the king, won't you send him off"

"Yes, Uncle, you have to go! Father mentioned you in his last moments," said Ye Qian immediately.

The King's Uncle of Southern Liang waved his hand with ease, "He's already dead; why see him I'm not going!"

"No, Uncle must come. What if Qin Yuceng pulls some tricks and I can't handle her You have to go to the capital of Southern Liang with me. I can't stop Madam Chu, but I can't let you leave either," said Ye Qian grabbing the King's Uncle's hand, "You're my only relative left!"

"Little brat, fine, I'll go with you to Southern Liang!" The King's Uncle of Southern Liang compromised and patted Ye Qian on her head before smiling at Yun Shan Yue, "Will Madam Chu stay in Southern Liang for a few days

"She's not going to show up!" Yun Qianyue shook her head.

The Southern Frontier Marquis seemed to sigh. "I originally wanted to befriend Mrs. Chu as a cross-generational friend, but it seems I'll have to put that off for another time."

Yun Qianyue's thoughts turned slightly and she smiled. "Marquis, if you want to be my cross-generational friend, there will still be plenty of opportunities in the future!"

"That's true!" The Southern Frontier Marquis nodded with a smile.

Ye Qian glanced at the Southern Frontier Marquis and then looked at Yun Qianyue. A hint of confusion flashed across her eyes as she turned to look at Yun Muhuan, who gave her a slight shake of his head. She didn't ask further but smiled and said, "Is Mr. Shen also heading to South Liang with Mrs. Chu"

Yun Qianyue looked at Shen Zhao.

Just as Shen Zhao was about to speak, Feng Jin cut him off first: "I happen to be going to the Heavenly Capital of Sky Saint City. Since Mr. Shen admires Prince Jing, why don't you travel with me"

Shen Zhao looked at Feng Jin.

Feng Jin continued, "Everyone knows that Chu Rong loves his wife; it's a well-known fact. Mr. Shen, are you sure you want to follow Mrs. Chu all the way You've become famous now and aren't an unknown nobody anymore. If anything unfavorable is rumored about following her around, neither of you will benefit from it. As someone who reads classics and knows ancient characters, I don’t think you’re unaware of this."

Shen Zhao’s face paled as he loudly declared, "I have no inappropriate thoughts towards Miss Chu; I just…"

"Your words won't be helpful to me. Can you stop the idle chatter of the world" Feng Jin interrupted Shen Zhao.

Faced with such an interruption, Shen Zhao couldn’t speak and was speechless.

“Feng Jin!” Yun Qianyue’s expression darkened. "Mr. Shen has read books on君子之道 (the Way of the Gentleman), walks uprightly and sits properly; as a fine male, he sets his sights high in the temple hall, shines glory upon his family, stabilizes the state for the king, and brings honor to his clan. Put away your chaotic thoughts." With that, she switched to secret transmission and angrily said to him: "I see you must have been corrupted by someone; don’t forget whose man you are!"

Upon hearing this, Feng Jin’s eyes widened but seeing Yun Qianyue's serious gaze, he finally held his tongue.

Shen Zhao looked at Yun Qianyue with a face that showed slight admiration.

Turning around to face Shen Zhao, Yun Qianyue smiled gently and said, "Mr. Shen, I originally intended to take you to the capital as per Auntie and Uncle’s request, but now since Feng Family Head is going to the capital, why don’t you travel with him It would indeed be inconvenient for me to bring you to South Liang. With his high martial arts skills, he will surely protect you safely. I can rest assured knowing that you are following him."

Shen Zhao nodded. "I trust and admire Miss Chu regardless of any romantic feelings between us; the misunderstanding from Feng Family Head has awakened me to this fact. Since it’s inconvenient for Miss Chu to take me, I’ll travel with Feng Family Head then. Don’t worry!"

Yun Qianyue smiled and nodded. "Adding trouble for him isn't a problem either."

"When do you plan on going to the capital" Shen Zhao asked.

"I’m not sure, but once I go, I will definitely look for you," Yun Qianyue replied.

Shen Zhao nodded and remained silent thereafter.

"Princess Ye, Commander-in-Chief Yun, Marquis, we bid farewell!" Yun Qianyue also felt that it would be inconvenient to take Shen Zhao to South Liang. Since Feng Jin was willing to escort him to the Heavenly Capital of Sky Saint City, she naturally had no objections. Traveling alone to South Liang would allow her to move quickly and easily.

"Okay!" Ye Qian, Yun Muhuan, and Southern Frontier Marquis nodded in unison. "Mrs. Chu, Feng Family Head, Mr. Shen, stay safe on your journey!"

The trio didn't say anything more and turned to leave the battlefield.

Soldiers were cleaning up the battle field, collecting countless severed limbs and remains.

Ye Qian watched as their figures receded into the distance and then turned around to Yun Muhuan and Southern Frontier Marquis, saying: "Muhuan, Uncle, let's set off for the capital now! Let’s see what tricks Qin Yuning can pull in secret."

"Alright!" Yun Muhuan withdrew his gaze and nodded.

The Southern Frontier Marquis also pulled back his gaze with no objections. Ye Qian instructed her people to load Ye Xiao's body into a carriage for transport back to the capital for a memorial service at the ancestral temple of South Frontier Kingdom. She ordered Commander Chen and General Li to stay behind in Fen River City to handle post-battle affairs and pacify the city’s citizens before leaving with Yun Muhuan and Southern Frontier Marquis to return to the capital.

There was a very short route from South Frontier to South Liang, but it required traversing mountains. After entering Fen River City, Yun Qianyue decided to take that shorter path and separated from Feng Jin and Shen Zhao; she gave her horse Tashan to Feng Jin while heading alone into the deep mountains.

Shen Zhao watched anxiously as Yun Qianyue grew distant. "Feng Family Head, Miss Chu is a woman after all. Although she’s capable, it's not certain that nothing will go wrong if she walks through the mountains by herself. We…"

Feng Jin glanced at Shen Zhao and said coolly: "Have you seen her capabilities She would be lucky to survive without being eaten by tigers or snakes; those creatures can’t harm her."

Meng Zhao frowned.

"You'd better hope what you just said is true— that you only trust and admire her, with no romantic feelings. Otherwise, regardless of your talents, it'll be the end for you." Feng Jin warned Meng Zhao.

Seeing Feng Jinfu's displeased expression, Meng Zhao was instantly angry, "Master Feng, if you don't like me, just leave. You don’t need to keep reminding me; I know my own worth."

"Huh..." Suddenly, Feng Jin laughed, "So you're a stubborn scholar after all."

Meng Zhao turned and walked away, saying, "When two people's paths diverge, they can't walk together."

Feng Jin watched Meng Zhao’s back for a moment before smiling and walking after him. Puffing his brotherly chest, he patted Meng Zhao on the shoulder and said, "I'm not trying to harm you with my words. Don't provoke that woman; she's no ordinary woman but a poison. Once entangled with her, you'll be poisoned without realizing it. Many have been harmed by her, yet she remains unaware. I see you're a promising young man, and if you fall victim to her poison, wouldn’t that be a waste So my intentions are good."

Meng Zhao stopped and stubbornly said, "Miss Chu is kind-hearted and benevolent; how can she be poison Don't talk nonsense."

"That's because you haven't recognized her true nature. She’s selfish and cruel, with a heart more venomous than any snake," Feng Jin retorted, saying, "There's only one person in this world who can control her; everyone else cannot."

"Nonsense! I think you have a prejudice against Miss Chu." Meng Zhao pushed Feng Jin away.

Feng Jin glared at him, "Why don’t you listen to good advice I've known that woman since childhood and know all about her. How could someone who just met her for a few days understand her"

Meng Zhao snorted coldly, "You and everyone else obey the Crown Prince of Jing; I think it's because you can't outdo her in front of him and are jealous that she’s more capable than you. That's why you slander her behind her back—I won’t fall for your tricks."

"You...," Feng Jin was speechless, staring at him incredulously. "I'm slandering her because I can't outdo her in front of the Crown Prince What kind of logic is that"

"Regardless of how my brain works; I won’t believe you." Meng Zhao snorted and said, "Even if what you say about Miss Chu being terrible is true, so what The goodness and compassion I see are enough."

Feng Jin looked at Meng Zhao for a while before angrily saying, "I think you're deeply poisoned!"

Meng Zhao didn’t seem interested in arguing with Feng Jin anymore. He ignored him, tugged his donkey, mounted it and left.

Feng Jin was somewhat frustrated but couldn't help laughing after a moment. Mounting his horse, he followed Meng Zhao and asked, "Meng Zhao, I ask you: how much do you admire the Crown Prince of Jing"

"To the highest degree," Meng Zhao replied.

"What about Madam Chu then Compared to the Crown Prince of Jing, what's your opinion of Madam Chu" Feng Jin asked again.

“How can I compare them” Meng Zhao glanced at Feng Jin. "The Crown Prince is the Crown Prince, Miss Chu is Miss Chu; they are clearly different people, how could one be compared to the other"

Feng Jin slowly said, "Indeed, you're deeply poisoned."

Meng Zhao ignored him, seemingly upset as well. He firmly said, “Master Feng, why do you always dislike Miss Chu I find it hard not to suspect that she has offended you somewhere.”

"She’s offended me in too many ways!" Feng Jin snorted.

"Indeed," Meng Zhao muttered those two words.

Feng Jin seemed at a loss for words and didn’t say anything more.

The two walked silently for a while, then suddenly, Meng Zhao said, "Wait, Master Feng, could it be that you like Miss Chu"

When he heard this, Feng Jin glanced at Meng Zhao. “Those who like her are all crazy; do I look insane”

"You seem to," Meng Zhao sized up Feng Jin.

Feng Jin rolled his eyes and said, "I've known that woman since childhood and have always wanted to strangle her. Why would I like her In my opinion, she’s utterly worthless."

Meng Zhao gave him a suspicious look before seeing the disgust on his face and turning away without saying anything.

Feng Jin also remained silent.

After walking for some time again, Meng Zhao suddenly asked, "Master Feng, do you know Miss Qianyue of Cloud Prince’s residence

"Of course!" Feng Jin gave Shen Zhao a sidelong glance, "Why are you asking about her"

"I'm just curious! These years I've grown up hearing rumors about her. Some say she's debauched and unreformed, others say she's brilliant and talented. It seems that everyone has their own image of her in mind. I wonder if she could be so likable to Prince Jing Is she better than Lady Chu" Shen Zhao said straightforwardly.

Feng Jin snorted, "She's just another troublemaker."

"Master Feng, why are all women troublemakers in your mouth" Shen Zhao turned her head and glared at Feng Jin.

“These two women are the ones causing trouble,” Feng Jin said.

“Then what about Princess Ye What about Master Lan And all the women in this world Are they not troublemakers” Shen Zhao looked at him.

Feng Jin disdainfully replied, "Those aren’t even women to me; they’re just weeds. Why should I care"

Shen Zhao scrutinized Feng Jin for a long while, looking through his nose and eyes until she could see holes in them before she spoke: “Master Feng, it seems that you do indeed have an abnormal mind and need to seek medical help.”

Feng Jin rolled his eyes.

Shen Zhao didn’t speak anymore. The two of them walked ahead and behind each other, with a mule and a horse trotting along in unison.

Of course Yun Qianyue wouldn't know what Feng Jin and Shen Zhao were talking about after she left. At this moment, she had already entered the deep mountains, still within Southern Border territory, where there were many venomous snakes and insects that avoided her as usual. She lit a night pearl and crossed through the woods towards South Liang.

After walking for some time, Yun Qianyue suddenly thought of Qing Ying. He had been following the three young masters from the Yi family, Hua family, and Ling family all along; today when those three didn’t appear, neither did Qing Ying. She stopped to call out his name.

"Miss Yun, you finally remembered your subordinate!" Qing Ying’s voice came from far behind her, filled with resentment.

Yun Qianyue immediately smiled and looked back, "I asked you to follow those three; where are they now What happened"

"Their original intention was to kill the general of Fen Shui City, cause chaos among its citizens, making them panic, and then work together with Chancellor Qin and Qin Yuning from within to seize control over Fen Shui City. However, after killing the city’s general, I sent people to intercept them and led them into a courtyard that I had set up according to instructions from our young master. They couldn’t break through it; they should still be trapped there." Qing Ying's voice held a hint of amusement, "Just three useless people."

Yun Qianyue found this amusing, “So that’s how it is, no wonder I didn't see them.”

Qing Ying grunted in agreement, "If not for the young master's plan to recruit them, I would have killed them."

"The Ten Great Families have always been united. Now they’re divided because of your young master and Regent Wang into two factions. Killing those three may be easy for you now, but behind them are three major families; if we can persuade them to our side, it’s worth doing so, otherwise deal with them later. After all, the Ten Great Families don’t necessarily have to fight until rivers run red." Yun Qianyue said.

Qing Ying grunted in agreement again.

"If you’re following me now, where’s Mo Ju" Yun Qianyue wondered about Mo Ju.

"He is on the way back from the capital and should be arriving at Fen Shui City soon. He took over that courtyard to persuade those three." Qing Ying added after his statement: "This was the young master's recent instructions via pigeon post!"

"Your young master sent another letter again Without one for me" Yun Qianyue raised her eyebrows.

Qing Ying shook his head, "No."

"Then what did he say about me" Yun Qianyue asked.

No!" Qing Ying still shook his head.

Yun Qianyue rubbed her forehead with her hand: “Looks like he’s angry; he didn’t even write a letter.”

Qing Ying fell silent, obviously agreeing with her words too.

Yun Qianyue let go of her hands and continued walking forward, secretly thinking that since she wasn't returning to the Heavenly Capital now but going to South Liang instead, he would probably calm down by the time she returned, hoping so.

The journey from Fen Shui City to South Liang through mountain ranges should take about one day and night.

Walking on a mountain path at midnight in winter, with warm and humid weather here in Southern Border territory, made it lush with vegetation. By dawn the next day, they had crossed two major mountains already. Yun Qianyue didn’t feel tired but rather felt light and agile, her aura soft and gentle. She could clearly sense that she was full of energy.

"Miss Yun, have you noticed any changes in your body" Qing Ying spoke up from behind.

"Hm!" Yun Qianyue nodded.

"This spirit technique is truly unimaginable. I feel that your aura seems to naturally surround you," Qing Ying also said in amazement: "Even I have benefited from it, and after walking for so long, I don't feel tired at all, but rather refreshed."

"When we reach the Southern Frontier, I'll ask my mother about this spirit technique. I only have a vague understanding of it," Yun Qianyue said.

"The Young Master has never liked you practicing this skill. As for what happened in Fen Water City, Mo Ju and I will certainly not withhold anything from the Young Master. You must explain everything to him properly after you return," Qing Ying said.

Yun Qianyue nodded with a headache.

"The Young Master says that spirit techniques are harmful, but it doesn’t seem like they harm one's body! Instead, it looks as if your martial arts have improved and this spirit technique is becoming increasingly mysterious. Especially when you entered the mountain, your body automatically absorbed the essence of heaven and earth, while all the plants and animals in the area look vibrant rather than withered. It’s truly incomprehensible," Qing Ying said doubtfully.

Yun Qianyue smiled, "I don’t understand either, but it looks harmless. However, Father also mentioned cause and effect, advising me to use them sparingly. But I’m not using this technique to harm others but to save lives with benevolence in my heart; perhaps all things can sense my kindness as a result, allowing me to be rewarded and for my spirit power to increase."

Qing Ying nodded in agreement, sighing, "You’re probably right. You saved tens of thousands of people by building the dam this time."

Yun Qianyue recalled when she built the dam and sighed internally; it was yesterday in the mountain that Mo Ju’s question reminded her about how she could control other things if she could manipulate toxic substances in the mountains. She had replied vaguely, but later when Chancellor Qin used his water technique to destroy the dam, she was forced to use her spirit power to stop the water—indeed effective. Not only did Shen Zhao and everyone else shock, even she herself was shocked.

"It’s truly terrifying!" Qing Ying said.

Yun Qianyue sighed, "Yes, it's too astonishing! When I learned from Father, I didn’t think it would be like this."

"But the spells of the Southern Frontier are also unimaginable, and people always recognize them. Thinking about it, your spirit techniques aren't that terrifying either. According to the Young Master, spirit techniques are divine methods while spells are shamanistic ones. It’s just that two thousand years ago, the Yun clan went into seclusion from worldly affairs, so emperors had all records of the Yun clan destroyed in their archives—thus there was no mention of the Yun clan or its spiritual arts. Now that you practice it, it's a matter with historical basis and isn’t outlandish," Qing Ying said.

Yun Qianyue smiled as she nodded, "You’re right. I don’t need to worry about becoming an immortal someday."

Qing Ying’s face changed, "Is the Young Master worried about this"

Yun Qianyue shook her head with a smile, "How can it be that divine In this vast world, there are many unimaginable things. Since the Yun clan grew in worldly affairs and then secluded themselves from them later, they must have had their reasons. To me, you’ve just gained another protective skill; it’s not much different from martial arts except for being more powerful."

Qing Ying heaved a slight sigh of relief but was still somewhat uneasy, "When you return to the Southern Frontier this time, be sure to ask Princess Consort Yun about matters related to spirit techniques and the Yun clan to put the Young Master’s mind at ease."

"Right!" Yun Qianyue nodded. It would indeed be a good idea.

Qing Ying didn’t say anything more.

The two continued walking forward.

What was originally difficult and dangerous mountain paths turned out to bring Yun Qianyue great benefits; her aura became even softer, while her steps lighter. Qing Ying followed closely behind and also reaped significant benefits.

The next day, after a full day’s journey, they arrived at Southern Liang in the middle of the night.

Although Southern Liang was close to the Southern Frontier, its landscape was very different. The Southern Frontier had many mountains and jungles with venomous insects, but Southern Liang was warm and pleasant. Once they entered the territory of the capital city of the Southern Frontier, they could feel a change in the air.

If the Southern Frontier were described as damp and misty, then Southern Liang would be like graceful Jiangnan girls.

Even though it was nighttime, outside the walls of Southern Liang City, Jade Maiden River sparkled with starlight. Song boats and painted vessels stood on the river—though not as lively as when Yun Qianyue visited three years ago, there were still hints of musical entertainment.

Yun Qianyue thought it was probably because King of Southern Liang fell ill suddenly in his bed and hadn’t recovered. Otherwise, with such clear starry nights, Jade Maiden River would naturally be lively, filled with scholar-poets composing verses while the moon shone over flowers and snow, making Southern Liang the most romantic place.

Qing Ying hid his figure as Yun Qianyue walked towards the city gate.

She hadn’t gone far when a carriage approached from behind her. She stepped aside to make way for it but unexpectedly, the carriage stopped right behind her. The curtain was lifted and someone stuck their head out, asking her, "Are you entering the city"

Yun Qianyue turned to look at the carriage; it was a luxurious one with an extremely young man inside—too young to be called a man, more like a youth around her age. Judging by his appearance in this era, he should not have reached adulthood yet. But his brows and eyes were full of spirit, which overshadowed his good looks, making him look mature despite being young. His gaze was clear and piercing, hinting at a body refined from countless trials. She had never met him before but could tell that the person must be someone important; she replied calmly, "Yes!"

"It’s late now, the city gates have been closed for hours. Without special identity credentials, you can’t enter. I see you're alone with a traveler's dust on your clothes—have you just arrived in Southern Liang from afar If it doesn’t bother you, let me check your identification; if there’s nothing suspicious about your status, I’ll bring you into the city."

"Ling Mo!" The young man spoke in a deep voice to stop the bookkeeper.

The bookkeeper immediately stopped talking.

Yun Qianyue suddenly smiled and looked at the young man, saying, "I don't know who you are. What if you're a bad guy If you want to see my letter of introduction, that's fine, but I also need to know who you are before deciding whether or not to go into town with you."

"Looks like it was unnecessary for me to do this," the young man said as he lowered the curtain and ordered, "Driver, start the carriage!"

The little bookkeeper Ling Mo glared at Yun Qianyue. The carriage started moving slowly.

Yun Qianyue blinked her eyes and suddenly reached out to grab the car handle, jumped lightly and pulled open the curtain, then leaped onto the carriage.

"How dare you! Who told you to..." The little bookkeeper immediately shouted.

The young man stopped the bookkeeper from speaking and held out his hand to Yun Qianyue, "Letter of introduction."

Yun Qianyue reached into her pocket and threw a piece of paper at him. She then started looking around inside the carriage. The interior was not as luxurious as it looked from outside, but very simple and neat; there were no other small items besides bedding. She drew back her gaze, leaned against the side of the carriage and yawned. After several days without sleep, she began to feel sleepy once they left the mountains.

"Miss, are you visiting relatives in the capital" The young man looked at the letter and raised an eyebrow.

“Hmm!” Yun Qianyue closed her eyes and responded.

The young man asked again, "Where do your respected relatives live"

"The Palace of the Crown Prince!" Yun Qianyue replied lazily with a sleepy voice.

Young man was stunned. He looked at her and narrowed his eyes, "Is Miss serious This is not something to joke about. Not everyone can go to the Palace of the Crown Prince."

Yun Qianyue suddenly laughed and opened her eyes to look at him, "What's wrong Is it strange for me to know His Highness the Crown Prince"

The young man looked at Yun Qianyue again but did not say anything. Instead, he handed back the letter of introduction.

Yun Qianyue took over the document and casually put it in her pocket. She said to him, "If you don't have any more questions, I'm going to sleep now. You know how to get to the Palace of the Crown Prince, right Since you're doing a good deed, finish what you started and take me all the way there."

The young man looked at her but did not say anything.

Yun Qianyue took it as his tacit agreement and fell asleep for real.

The carriage arrived at the city gate, where soldiers opened the gate without any need to speak, allowing them to enter the city.

Aftrer entering the city, the young man ordered outside the carriage, "Ling Mo, head towards the Palace of the Crown Prince."

"Captain, are you really going to believe her words It's now late at night," the little boy reminded him.

The young man said in a deep voice, "Just go!"

The bookkeeper did not dare to argue anymore. The carriage headed towards the Palace of the Crown Prince.

After about three incense sticks' time, the carriage stopped at the entrance of an estate. The little boy looked in surprise at the open gate and the person leaning lazily against the door frame, surprisedly said, "Your Highness the Crown Prince"

To be standing at the front door late at night was indeed surprising.

"Oh What wind blew our great captain back here And to my Palace of the Crown Prince" Nan Lingrui's voice sounded, still as suave and flamboyant as ever.

The young man pulled open the curtain and looked at Nan Lingrui with a blank expression. "There is a woman in my carriage who claims to be related to Your Highness the Crown Prince. It wouldn't hurt for him to come over and identify her."

Nan Lingrui raised his eyebrows, walked slowly up to the carriage, looked through the curtain opened by the young man, and pinched Yun Qianyue's ear with one hand, "Dead girl! Whose carriage did you dare get into And dozing off too Wake up right now!"

By the way, have you seen Little Rui yet Isn't he adorable ==o(n_n)o~ saving his life. The King of South Liang greatly praised the Wise Crown Prince’s actions in this matter at the Lan Family. Although it wasn’t announced publicly, he said, “I have my heir; South Liang...