"Miss Han, this old servant has finally found you. Is Prince Longxuan inside?"

Just as Li Mufeng was about to lift Chu Yunmo's bed curtains, Zhou Gonggong's voice came from outside.

"Eunuch Zhou, what has happened?"

Seeing that Eunuch Zhou's expression was solemn, "Blood Purple Rose" quickly asked a question.

"Something has happened in Chenxi County. I heard that many people have died. The Emperor has urgently summoned the Prince and Miss Han to go there."

As Eunuch Zhou spoke truthfully, "Blood Purple Rose" also became nervous.

"Chenxi County is very close to Baojun County. We are going to Baojun County tomorrow to bring rain, so we really can't be careless."

With that thought in mind, "Blood Purple Rose" stepped aside, letting Eunuch Zhou go inside to report.

A short while later, Li Mufeng came out.

"Let's go."

"good."

"Blood Purple Rose" glanced back at Chu Yunmo's room and quickly followed Li Mufeng.

Watching the group's departing figures, Chu Yunmo let out a long sigh of relief, closed the door, and shouted sharply.

"Hurry up and get down here."

"yes."

Mu Chun quickly agreed, jumped off the bed, and casually pulled off the bed sheet. He knew that his master was a germaphobe.

"I will change the sheets for you as soon as possible."

"No need. I originally planned to set off for Baojun County tomorrow, but your arrival has made Li Mufeng suspicious of me. I'm afraid he'll send someone over again soon. Let's set off immediately."

Chu Yunmo spoke in an unyielding tone, then glared at Mu Chun.

"Didn't I tell you to wait for me in 'Baojun County'? Why did you come back?"

"The Imperial Advisor has sent word that the young master should bring Miss Han back to the capital as soon as possible."

Fearing that the young master would make a move against Miss Han beforehand, the subordinate hurried back on horseback.

Miss Han cannot be killed for the time being. The altar is sealed with Princess Luo Xi's blood. Even if we have the altar key, we cannot open the altar or retrieve the jade seal.

The Imperial Advisor's idea is to try using Miss Han's blood.

While helping Chu Yunmo pack her luggage, Mu Chun explained the reason.

"How many people were killed?"

Chu Yunmo said coldly.

"More than two hundred, plus those from the Prince Lin's mansion, that makes a total of three hundred people. That should be enough to deal with Li Mufeng and Miss Han."

Mu Chun spoke again.

"That's good, let's set off immediately."

Chu Yunmo turned around, and the two quickly disappeared into the night.

At the same time, after leaving the music workshop, Li Mufeng immediately gathered people to surround Chu Yunmo's residence, but it was too late; the place was already deserted.

Li Mufeng was extremely frustrated, and had no other choice but to send people to search for him.

In the Imperial Study,

After Emperor Li Hongwen explained the situation in Chenxi County, Li Mufeng and "Blood Purple Rose" were greatly shocked.

"What? Two hundred and seventy-eight people died? Overnight? Did they encounter bandits?"

"They weren't robbers, because nothing was stolen from the deceased's home. Their purpose seems to be simply to kill him."

Emperor Li Hongwen frowned deeply. Since his ascension to the throne, apart from the battlefield, so many people had never died.

"Could it be an enemy?"

Li Mufeng guessed.

"Impossible. According to the officials there, the dead were all ordinary people, and none of them were related to anyone. It's impossible for them to have offended the same person at the same time."

Li Hongwen denied Li Mufeng's guess.

Has His Majesty summoned all officials to discuss this matter?

"Blood Purple Rose" said in a clear, melodious voice.

"I have already sent someone to summon you, but this matter cannot be delayed. I have summoned you here so that you may depart for Baojun County ahead of schedule."

If time permits, go to "Chenxi County" first to check, and make sure no more lives are lost.

After consulting with all the officials, I will send someone to assist as soon as possible.

Li Hongwen looked anxious, and Li Mufeng glanced at "Blood Purple Rose,"

“In that case, I will set off for Chenxi County first. You can set off early tomorrow morning. I will have Wang Feng and Zhao Hu protect you.”

"And what about you? You've assigned two capable people to me, what are you going to do?"

"Baojun County" is safe, but there's a serial killer in "Chenxi County." Your safety is more important.

Seeing how concerned Li Mufeng was about her, "Blood Purple Rose" couldn't help but say something.

“You don’t need to worry about me. The Zixiao Kingdom is full of talented people and doesn’t need two more. I will also protect myself.”

Li Mufeng's eyes were filled with tenderness, which "Blood Purple Rose" wasn't stupid and naturally sensed. She shook her head.

“Let’s set off together! When we get to Baojun County, I’ll be in charge of bringing down the rain, and you can go to Chenxi County. Fortunately, the two counties aren’t too far apart. We can meet at the intersection of the two counties after we’re done.”

"Alright."

The two reached an agreement, and seeing their deep affection, Li Hongwen nodded in satisfaction.

"I will send a thousand elite soldiers to you. You must all be well and return safely to me."

"Need not."

The two spoke at the same time, exchanged a glance, and "Blood Purple Rose" spoke first.

"Your Majesty need not go to such great lengths; doing so will only cause panic among the people."

"Yes! We can't let our guard down either. With Chu Yunmo's disappearance and the Feng Clan's faction, I think Father's safety is the most important thing."

Li Mufeng added to this.

"Then let's go for five hundred! No less than that. Two hundred for each person, that's settled."

Li Hongwen made the final decision, then patted Li Mufeng on the shoulder.

"Feng'er, you are my only son now. You cannot be allowed to suffer any more mishaps. If anything happens to you, the 'Purple Cloud Kingdom' may really have to change its name. I am exhausted and weary. I really can't hold on any longer. I only hope that you can take on this heavy burden as soon as possible. Those wolves and tigers are always watching me. I am willing but powerless."

Li Hongwen's words sounded like his last, making "Blood Purple Rose" and Li Mufeng's noses tingle with emotion.

“Father, look at what you’re saying. Even if Second Brother is not up to par, isn’t there still Eldest Brother? Ziwei has almost finished treating Doctor Ouyang. Once he’s fully recovered, I will have him examine Eldest Brother.”

Li Mufeng spoke first.

"I've been too busy these past two days and haven't had a chance to rest. When I get back from Baojun County, Doctor Ouyang will still be recovering. I'll go and have him checked on."

"A ruler of a country who doesn't act like an emperor, behaving as if the sky is falling, is truly shameful."

"Blood Purple Rose" criticized him without any politeness, making Emperor Li Hongwen's face turn pale and then red.

"Father, Ziwei is just being straightforward and doesn't mean anything by it. Please don't take it to heart."

Upon seeing this, Li Mufeng hurriedly spoke up, fearing that his father would be angry with "Xue Ziwei".

However, to his utter surprise, Emperor Li Hongwen laughed heartily.

"This is the kind of daughter-in-law I like. Ziwei is right, I was too cowardly. I promised to protect you, but I backed down time and time again. I won't do that anymore. I will show my imperial majesty and let those wolves and tigers see that I am not someone to be trifled with."

Li Hongwen patted his chest and spoke with lofty ambitions.

"Your Majesty, all the officials have arrived and are waiting in the Golden Palace."

Just then, Zhou Gonggong's voice came from outside.

"Alright, you should all hurry up and pack up and set off! I need to go to court."

Li Hongwen waved his hand, and the two bowed and turned to leave. No one expected that today would be the last time Li Hongwen would see them.