As soon as Nanzhi saw Wengui walking in with the medicine soup, the expression on her face changed immediately. It was originally a little cold and indifferent, but now it became extremely gentle and lovely.

She tightly grasped Xiao Jinghan's sleeve, pouted her lips slightly, tears glistened in her eyes, as if she was about to cry, and said pitifully: "Cousin, please don't chase me away, I still want to play in Shangjing for a while longer!"

Xiao Jinghan looked at Nanzhi like this, and a feeling of pity and love welled up in his heart. He patted Nanzhi's hair gently, and his tone was full of doting: "Okay, don't worry, I will take you out shopping as soon as we leave the palace tomorrow."

Hearing this, Nanzhi's eyes suddenly lit up, and the corners of her mouth curved up, revealing a happy smile: "Great! Then I must shop until very late before I go home!"

Xiao Jinghan smiled gently and responded, "No problem, no matter how late it is, I will always be with you." His eyes were full of affection, which moved people.

Nanzhi carefully lifted the bowl of medicinal soup, examining its ingredients and texture. Her brow furrowed slightly, as if she were lost in thought. Xiao Jinghan, observing this, chuckled softly, "Xiaozhi, there's no need to be so nervous. The Wengui brothers are trusted confidants of Emperor Wen. Until Nanyi is subdued, there's no way Emperor Wen would harm me. Besides, this little snake hasn't behaved in any unusual way."

However, Nanzhi's expression remained solemn. She shook her head and said, "It's better to be safe than sorry. After all, people's hearts are unpredictable. But... why is this snake still here with you?"

Xiao Jinghan smiled slightly, with a hint of tenderness in his eyes: "She gave this snake to me."

Hearing this, Nanzhi's eyes flickered with envy. "I once asked Sister Anyue for this snake, but she said she wouldn't sell it to me even if I offered her a fortune. I never expected she would give it to you so easily. Hmm... could it be that you two knew each other before?"

Xiao Jinghan slowly lowered his eyes, his voice low and soft: "She once saved my life. Oh, by the way, you haven't told me how you escaped from Nanyi." His gaze fell on Nanzhi again, with a bit of anticipation and curiosity.

Nanzhi beamed, "From childhood to adulthood, I've never met a woman as extraordinary as Sister Dark Moon. Her miraculous disguise skills are breathtaking, and her martial arts are unrivaled. However, her most captivating aspect is her unique and distinctive personality! I simply adore her!"

When Xiao Jinghan heard Nanzhi praising Dark Moon Fairy so much, a hint of tenderness appeared in his eyes.

Then, Nanzhi told Xiao Jinghan in more detail about their experiences along the way.

When talking about the story in Yishui City, Nanzhi couldn't help laughing and said, "Those Jianghu killers who received the bounty order and came to kill us actually had their eyebrows shaved off overnight. There is no doubt that this must have been done by Sister Dark Moon!"

Xiao Jinghan frowned slightly, but it disappeared in a flash. He thought to himself: The Crown Prince and the Third Prince had suffered the same treatment before... This Dark Moon Fairy is indeed capricious and arrogant, but this kind of free and unrestrained lifestyle seems to have its own unique fun!

The sun was shining brightly, a gentle breeze blew gently, and the Imperial Garden was bustling with life. Emperor Wen stood by the pond, his hands clasped behind his back, and solemnly instructed Eunuch Gao beside him, "Tomorrow, you must personally go to the Wu'an Palace to assist Prince Xiao with the affairs of the palace. Be sure to arrange for a number of highly skilled guards to guard the palace, carefully selected from the Jingji Camp. There must be no negligence; Prince Xiao's absolute safety must be ensured within the palace."

Eunuch Gao nodded respectfully and replied, "Your Majesty, rest assured. I will personally go to the Jingji Camp and carefully select the most suitable guards. Wengui just came to report that Princess Luo was intercepted by the Crown Prince on her way to the Haoxue Palace. Fortunately, Prince Xiao intervened in time to avert the crisis!"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Wen's eyes instantly turned icy cold, a sneer playing on his lips: "Humph, my Crown Prince... Haha! Does he really think Luo Xiaoqi will follow him forever? People's hearts are fickle. His face does bear a resemblance to his uncle, but compared to Prince Xiao, the difference is worlds apart. I wonder if Luo Xiaoqi was blind to think he was so handsome!"

Eunuch Gao felt a wave of embarrassment upon hearing Emperor Wen's disparaging remarks about his own son, even sweat beads forming on his forehead. He sighed inwardly, wondering what father would belittle his own child like this! Alas, in the imperial family, even family ties seemed fragile before power!

At dawn the next day, when the morning light was just breaking, Wenfu and Wengui quietly helped Xiao Jinghan pack his luggage.

Xiao Jinghan moved out of the once familiar yet unfamiliar Haoxue Palace. His steps seemed a little heavy, but his eyes were full of expectations for the future.

Nanzhi excitedly followed him and left together. The two walked out of the palace gate side by side, as if they were going to get away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

Eunuch Gao led a team of guards numbering up to a hundred people, lined up neatly in front of the palace gate, and waited quietly for their arrival.

Upon seeing Prince Xiao, Eunuch Gao smiled and said softly, "Prince Xiao, these guards who have come to greet you are all elites carefully selected from the Jingji Camp. From now on, they will become the exclusive guards of the Wu'an Palace, following your lead and obeying all your orders."

Nanzhi on the side couldn't help but exclaimed: "There are too many guards!" She widened her eyes and looked at the majestic guard in front of her, secretly guessing how much the emperor valued the Wu'an Palace.

Xiao Jinghan smiled slightly, his voice as gentle and warm as the spring breeze: "Thank you, Eunuch Gao, to convey my gratitude to Your Majesty! Your Majesty's upbringing and teachings to me over the years are something I will never forget. I will definitely keep this kindness in my heart!" His eyes were firm and sincere, revealing his deep respect and gratitude for the emperor.

Xiao Jinghan and Nanzhi followed Eunuch Gao to the Wu'an Palace. Princess Nanzhi couldn't help but marvel at what she saw. This Wu'an Palace in Shangjing was a perfect replica of the Wu'an Palace in Nanyi! Both the architectural style and the layout were identical. Clearly, this was the result of meticulous planning and construction.

Back in the day, this Wu'an Palace was bestowed upon Xiao Jinghan's grandfather by the Emperor Taizu himself. Time has flown by, yet the mansion still stands, witnessing the Xiao family's rise and fall, honor and disgrace. The entire palace is magnificent and splendid, a testament to its owner's noble status and prestige.

Pavilions and towers are arranged in an orderly fashion within the palace, while winding garden paths intersect. Rockeries and ponds complement each other, while exotic flowers and plants vie for beauty. Every detail showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and endless care of the artisans. Strolling through it feels like stepping into a fairyland, a truly enchanting experience.

However, for Xiao Jinghan, this place is more than just a magnificent mansion; it is a symbol of family heritage and responsibility. Standing at the gate of the palace, he secretly resolves to protect this family business and avenge his lost loved ones! Princess Nanzhi silently accompanies him, offering him the warmest support and encouragement.