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"It's difficult to travel in such a rugged manner along the way. They can't bring much soldiers from the Residence of Duke Han and she has always been afraid of trouble, so she definitely won't bring anyone from the Flower Hall. If I don't follow her now, I won't be able to rest at ease." Xiao Jin Qing lowered his eyes.

"Yo, even the Flower Pavilion's background is so clear. It seems like you've done quite a bit of homework in private?" Liu Suifeng raised his eyebrows and teased.

Xiao Jin Qing pursed her lips but didn't say anything.

In fact, ever since he came back, he had been asking her how she went through all these years. When he found out about the story between her, King Xing and King Han, he knew that it was impossible. Even if he was sure that he wasn't related to her by blood, it was impossible.

Liu Suifeng's eyes flashed. Even though he wasn't a lover, he clearly understood the thoughts of someone like Xiao Jin Qing. In fact, in a sense, they were the same type of person. They were willing to sacrifice anything for the one they loved.

Unfortunately, there was only one Xiao Qing Ran in this world and she already had her proper home. The two of them were fated not to be together.

Liu Suifeng didn't have to bother about this matter, but since the two of them had experienced too many things in the past year, he didn't want the world to be filled with more sad people. "Some things are things that you can't force yourself to do, it's yours, it's your own, if it's not yours, then even if you want to kill them, it's useless. If you can't protect their hearts in silence, then you might as well let go and find the next one."

Xiao Jin Qing closed her eyes. After a while, she raised her head, curled her lips, and said, "I know."

When Liu Suifeng saw him like this, he sighed to himself.

His expression didn't seem like he really knew.

Because they had to take care of Xiao Qing Ran, they walked very slowly. Xiao Qing Ran had been busy all day, even taking a short break to rest and not going out to play.

However, the first half a month had been pretty good, but the next month or so had become bigger and bigger as Xiao Qing Qing's stomach expanded. It was not convenient for her to walk for a long time, so Su Qian Han had her stay in the car most of the time.

Along the way, the scenery he could see was much less.

Although there were a lot of adults living in Zhejiang City, they did not have a lot of resources. Moreover, there were people who were in charge here and Su Qianhan was demoted here. Although he still had the title of 'Prince', the people here naturally would not listen to his words.

This was something they had thought of even before they had arrived.

"Miss, it is already late autumn. Although this place is much warmer compared to the capital, you still have to be careful. The Crown Prince is very precious to you now. Be careful not to hurt the wind." Li Er was tightly wrapped up by her, and her entire body didn't relax at all.

They had arrived at Zhe City in the afternoon. There were a total of twelve cities in this radius, and each city had its own mayor. Phoenix City was the central and largest city.

"Has the people from Mother Hua and the rest arrived yet?" Xiao Qing took a deep breath to warm her hands. She walked around the room and frowned slightly.

[These people are really good. I am a guest from the capital after all. Is this how they treat the people that the emperor sent?] There wasn't even a stove in the room that was prepared for them on such a cold day.

Miss, please be at ease. Our men were here a month ago. Half a month ago, the new Glazed House and Flower Pavilion were opened and the people sent here were all very quick-witted and capable. However, they have been doing business for less than half a month and they are not as good as those in the capital." While she was speaking, Riko helped her fill a warm handbag with hot water. "If Miss has any orders, I'll go out and contact them this afternoon.

"No need, they should already know that we're here. We've just arrived, so we're not too clear on the situation here. Don't act rashly, wait for Qianhan to talk with the mayor and then we'll come back."

"Miss is still talking. I saw that the Mayor is not a good person. He knew that we were deposed here, so he looked down on us. When we entered the city, we saw his arrogant expression. He really is a dragon that can't suppress a snake." Riko stuffed the warm handbag into Xiao Qing Ran's arms and said hatefully: "But don't look down on him. We're not easy to bully either. Just wait and see."

Heh, that's also normal, this Mayor Wei is the successor of the city, and he has been living here for so many years, he is not like that local emperor. We came here just now to seize his position of power, and we even need to take all twelve cities under our command. Xiao Qing Ran smiled coldly, not minding in the slightest.

Ever since she decided to follow this man over, she knew that there was going to be a long battle ahead.

"Then what does Miss intend to do? "The prince's side …"

It's alright, although the first negotiation will not go smoothly, but if Mayor Wei was a smart man, he would not say too much. He is not an idiot, and he is still not clear about the situation in the capital.

We spent one and a half months here, so we still have at least half a month to make good use of it." Xiao Qing's eyes narrowed as a calculating look flashed across them. "Let's use this half a month to have some fun.

"Yes, whatever Miss says is what she will say. In any case, Mother told me before we came out that our people are always here to prepare, and they came early to help Miss. As long as Miss gives the order, there's nothing that we won't dare to do." Riko was not worried about this at all.

Not to mention how many people they had hidden in the Flower Pavilion and the Glass Temple, only saying that the prince would definitely not fight a battle without preparation. Although his inner strength was not very high and he was not very sensitive, but on the way here, he could vaguely sense that there were some faintly discernible hidden auras in the darkness around him.

"Don't move for now. Wait for my message. Remember, before I say anything, don't let anyone act on their own. Just let them do their job. Also, don't let anyone notice any messages from the capital." Xiao Qingxi sat in front of the table, her eyes half-closed as she knocked on the table: "Also tell Suifeng to find someone to draw the routes for the streets of this city in the shortest amount of time. I need an exquisite deployment map, just in case."

"Yes."

"Mm …" "I need to find a way to obtain a map of the City Lord's Mansion, as well as a map of the people around City Lord Wei. The more detailed the better. As for the people in the surrounding cities …"

"Snap ~"

Xiao Qing Ran's words were interrupted by a knock on the door. She frowned as she stopped the topic and gave Riko a look.

Riko nodded and went to open the door. When she saw the person who walked in, her eyes widened in surprise. "Young master?"

Xiao Qing turned her head, and was also startled, "Why are you here?"

"Why didn't you welcome me?" Xiao Jin Qing curled his lips and tried to act normal. In the one year that he had been back, besides the early days, he had never had such a chance to talk to her.

"How could that be? Did something happen for Big Bro to come over?" Xiao Qing suddenly stood up and extended her hand in a 'please' gesture. "It's cold outside. Big Brother, come in and take a seat."

Her address caused Xiao Jin Qing's heart to shudder. She couldn't help but let out a surprised look, but he didn't express it on the surface, "Ran Er …" "You're still willing to call me big brother …"

"Naturally, I was well aware of how much Big Brother treated me back at the Xiao manor. Although General Xiao had let his mother down, it has nothing to do with you."

This person had always taken care of her. It was as if this time, he had especially requested for her safety. If anyone else had such thoughts, she would naturally call them 'big brother'.

Riko bowed slightly before withdrawing her sharp eyes from the room to help the two close the door.

Xiao Jin Qing had prepared a bellyful of words when he was outside. Now that he faced them alone in a room, he did not know what to say to start with.

In comparison, Xiao Qing was naturally more generous and didn't feel awkward at all. She asked, "Did big brother come over for something?"

"I... I came to say goodbye. " Xiao Jin Qing opened her mouth. In the end, she decided to first follow her question and answer it in order to answer her own question, "I have only requested an edict from His Majesty for one month. Currently, half a month has already passed and I cannot delay any longer.

"Big Bro's mission has been completed. Since returning to the capital is more important, I will inform Qian Han. Many thanks to Big Bro for sending us off." Xiao Qing Qing thanked him politely.

However, these courteous words were not what Xiao Jin Qing wanted to hear. "No, Ran Er. I wanted to say that if you need me here, I can delay …"

"No need." He calmly analyzed the situation in the capital calmly, "Currently, there are not many people in the imperial court who are truly worthy of the title of lord. The loss of two princes in the short span of two months would have an impact on both the imperial family and the outside world. I presume that father alone would be busy with all sorts of trivial matters in the capital.

She paused for a moment before continuing, "Although General Xiao is still in court, but there are some things that he can't truly be rational about. I believe that Big Brother is clear about this as well."

Xiao Jin Qing naturally understood that her comment was already considered to be tactful.

He narrowed his eyes and unconsciously clenched his fists. Looking at her pair of firm and clear eyes, he finally gave in and said, "Alright, I understand. Since that's the case, I will rebuild the team and return to the capital tomorrow morning."