Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress
Chapter 370 - 367: Handover_1

Chapter 370: Chapter 367: Handover_1

Hearing the Crown Prince speak like this, Quan Yu quickly turned his head and called over the two team leaders of the Crown Prince’s guard.

"The members of the Shuoyang Clan are arrogant and presumptuous. You are a daughter of the Bai Clan and are bound to be manipulated by the elders who rely on their seniority. This time you return to Shuoyang with Quan Yu and the two teams of guards from the Crown Prince’s guard. With the knowledge that you are backed by me, the clan members will not dare act brazenly in front of you." The Crown Prince said.

Quan Yu quickly smiled and bowed to Bai Qingyan. "Commandery Princess, it is an honor to accompany you to Shuoyang. The Crown Prince has already instructed Quan Yu that your command is the same as his command. Quan Yu will not dare disobey."

The Crown Prince nodded in satisfaction at Quan Yu’s words.

Bai Qingyan displayed a look of shock and gratitude, quickly bowing and pushing away the offer. "Your Highness, absolutely not! Quan Yu is the trusted attendant of Your Highness. If I take him, who will attend to you? Not to mention the guards of the Crown Prince’s residence. If I take two teams, what will happen to Your Highness’s safety?"

The Crown Prince saw that Bai Qingyan’s refusal seemed genuinely surprised and grateful, and truly worried about him. His smile grew softer. "I did not come here early in the morning to have the Commandery Princess refuse me! This is my order. Princess of Zhen, accept it."

Bai Qingyan looked up at the Crown Prince, her eyes full of gratitude. "I accept the order. Thank you, Your Highness."

"That’s better!" The Crown Prince nodded in satisfaction. Thinking of King Liang’s trip to Yanwo for disaster relief, Fang Lao meant that King Liang should not be allowed to do well. But he wanted to hear Bai Qingyan’s opinion. He said, "Commandery Princess, a word in private."

Bai Qingyan nodded and followed the Crown Prince a few steps to an open area, where Fang Lao’s suggestion was conveyed to Bai Qingyan.

"Back then, King Liang bribed your personal maid, intending to frame the King of Zhen for treason. It shows his deep and cunning nature, not as weak and incompetent as he appears. Fang Lao’s suggestion is to have someone incite a rebellion, so when the time comes, King Liang will be unable to handle it and might need you to take troops to quell it..."

The Crown Prince paused when he saw Bai Qingyan frowning and asked, "It seems the Commandery Princess does not agree?"

Bai Qingyan bowed to the Crown Prince. "Your Highness is the Crown Prince of the Jin Kingdom. The people of Jin are your people. Although it is to stop King Liang, we must never harm the people. Your Highness must remember, the people are the foundation of the kingdom."

The Crown Prince’s hand slightly tightened behind his back.

"Your Highness, King Liang once intended to frame my grandfather, almost causing the Bai Clan’s destruction. I have not forgotten. I am different from Your Highness, who still has brotherly feelings towards King Liang. I despise him deeply!"

"I broke Left Prime Minister Li Mao’s son’s leg and told him then that after this disaster relief matter concludes, I do not wish for the Left Prime Minister to assist King Liang. The Left Prime Minister should comply with destiny and support Your Highness. This disaster relief is difficult. If King Liang does well, it is his duty. If he fails, it is his fault. Even if he returns to the capital successful, without support, he cannot threaten Your Highness’s position. Your Highness can rest assured."

Seeing the Crown Prince still hesitated, Bai Qingyan continued, "Moreover, whether King Liang can handle this disaster relief is uncertain! If he does well, fine. If not, and it is discovered that Your Highness tampered, it will be Your Highness’s responsibility. I fear the King will be displeased with Your Highness."

"This matter, Your Highness, you can consult Mr. Qin. He is wise and can surely guide Your Highness on the right path."

The Crown Prince lowered his eyes, thinking.

Bai Qingyan was right. In terms of hatred for King Liang, Bai Qingyan’s was deeper. She desired King Liang’s downfall more than he did.

So, the fact that Bai Qingyan said this today, she considered it for his sake.

The Crown Prince stared at Bai Qingyan and said, "Alright, I will remember the Commandery Princess’s words. You have a journey ahead. I won’t delay you. I also need to attend the morning court. When you return, we will discuss it in detail. Quan Yu, take good care of the Commandery Princess and follow all her instructions!"

Standing at a distance, Quan Yu quickly walked over and bowed with a smile. "Rest assured, Your Highness. I remember your instructions well."

The Crown Prince nodded.

"I respectfully see off the Crown Prince..." Bai Qingyan bowed to the Crown Prince.

Bai Qingyan watched as the Crown Prince boarded the carriage and left. Quan Yu smiled at her. "Commandery Princess, shall we depart?"

"Thank you for your efforts!" Bai Qingyan cupped her fists to Quan Yu and the two team leaders.

The two team leaders, flattered, quickly returned the gesture.

Bai Qingyan boarded the carriage, her expression turning somber.

As an advisor, Fang Lao should strategize for the Crown Prince. Yet, he came up with such a sinister plan.

Remembering the Crown Prince’s deep gaze earlier, she closed her eyes, her fists slightly tightening.

As the Crown Prince, he should love and protect the people. If he used Fang Lao’s plan to secure his position without regard to means, he would not be fit to be the future King of Jin.

Whether the Crown Prince used Fang Lao’s scheme or not, she had to send a letter to Ah Jue, urging him to accelerate the refugee migration to Youhua Road.

The Crown Prince always favored Quan Yu and provided him a carriage to follow Bai Qingyan to Shuoyang. Although not luxurious, it was exquisite, bearing the insignia of the Crown Prince’s residence.

This was good for Bai Qingyan. With these two teams of a hundred guards and Quan Yu, the visible marks from the Crown Prince’s residence made the Shuoyang Bai Clan wary, and the local officials more cooperative.

The team escorting the Princess of Zhen to Shuoyang had an additional hundred guards from the Crown Prince’s residence. Shen Qingzhu instructed the guards to bring up the rear, reorganized the ranks, and moved towards Shuoyang in an impressive procession.

·

On April 25th, at dawn, the Governor, and Magistrate Zhou were already waiting outside Shuoyang City.

This return of Bai Qingyan to Shuoyang was extraordinary.

First, the Princess of Zhen’s residence sent someone to inform them that the Princess of Zhen was returning to handle Bai Clan affairs and demanded Magistrate Zhou severely punish the Bai Clan offspring.

Then, the Crown Prince’s residence sent people to inform them that the Princess of Zhen was returning to handle clan matters, and they must cooperate fully.

Such a significant event made the Governor and Magistrate Zhou extremely cautious. They calculated the Princess of Zhen’s arrival at Shuoyang and sent people to track the progress of her entourage, nervously waiting outside the city.

Initially, they expected the Princess of Zhen to arrive at dawn. However, it was already late morning, and there was still no sign of the entourage, making Magistrate Zhou uneasy.

"Bandits have been rampant recently. I hope the Princess of Zhen isn’t in trouble!" Magistrate Zhou was quite worried, fearing he couldn’t explain to the Crown Prince later.

Under a temporary sunshade, the Governor sat steadily, taking a sip of tea.

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