The next morning, the capital's post station was completely surrounded by royal guards.

The area outside the gate was already crowded with people, all discussing the matter.

"Hey, what's going on here? Why are there so many soldiers at this post station? Has something happened?"

"Oh, you don't know? Something happened at the post station last night. That princess from India was assassinated, and they say she was seriously injured. Last night, there were flashing swords and gunfire at the post station; it was quite frightening."

"Yes, yes, I saw it too, and the shouting in the post station last night was so loud, it seemed like quite a few people really died!"

"Yes, that sound was so horrific, it was unbearable to listen to!"

"Quickly, make way, His Highness the Crown Prince has arrived."

"Long live the Crown Prince!"

The people quickly made way for him, and Rong Xi walked in without stopping, waving for them to stand up.

When Rong Xi arrived, he heard the people's discussions, and a smile appeared on his thin lips.

This must be what Aqi was talking about, the first thing that Mu Yanzheng from India did after he arrived!

Although His Highness the Crown Prince of Tianzhu had taken precautions, several people still died last night in order to make the situation appear more realistic. However, the dead were members of the opposing side.

Because this matter involves the peace between the two countries, the Emperor still had to send him over, just to make a show of it.

When Rong Qi entered the room, Rong Mian was already there.

Rong Mian was about to stand up and bow to Rong Xi when he was stopped.

"When traveling, Third Prince, there's no need for such formalities. How is Your Highness the Princess?"

Rong Mian: "The princess was stabbed in the abdomen, but it didn't hit any vital organs. She's fine now."

Rong Xi nodded: "Have the people who broke in to assassinate us yesterday been caught?"

"Yes, I heard that the Emperor sent experts to protect the post station. Although the princess was slightly injured, the other envoys from India were unharmed. Presumably, the assassins came for the princess and wanted to break the peace between the two countries."

Rong Xi: "Yes, don't worry, Third Brother. Take good care of the princess. I will find out who is behind those assassins as soon as possible."

The third brother isn't stupid; he knows the assassin's purpose. After this, he'll probably come here even more frequently. He won't let what's almost within his grasp slip away.

Rong Mian nodded: "Your Majesty, you've worked hard. I will definitely take good care of the princess."

After instructing the soldiers outside to protect the post station, Rong Xi prepared to go to the prison to interrogate the assassins.

After Rong Xi left, Rong Mian looked at Mu Xinyan on the bed. At this moment, Mu Xinyan was not as lively and bright as she was during the day. After being injured, she had a delicate and pitiful beauty.

Rong Mian had visited her twice since the last palace banquet, each time bringing different gifts, hoping to win her favor. However, Mu Xinyan wasn't as vain as he had imagined. Therefore, during their conversations, he was somewhat sincere.

Looking at her sickly appearance now, I feel a pang of pity.

Rong Mian thought to himself that perhaps he couldn't bear to see a girl like her, traveling all the way to Qinglong Kingdom, injured and without any family to care for her. So, wouldn't he be able to take advantage of her vulnerability?

At this moment, Mu Xinyan woke up on the bed. The instant she opened her eyes and saw Rong Mian, her eyes filled with tears. This was a lingering effect of being frightened the night before.

Mu Xinyan's face was covered in tears: "Third Prince, you've come! Yesterday was so scary! How could someone want to assassinate me? I was so frightened!"

Rong Mian comforted her, "Don't worry, everything's alright now. The assassins from yesterday have all been caught, and the mastermind behind it will be found. Besides, the post station is now guarded by royal guards, so nothing else will happen. Just rest and recover. Once you're healed, I'll take you out to play."

Mu Xinyan looked at him with teary eyes: "Really?"

"Yes, really. Would I, the prince, lie to you?"

Mu Xinyan nodded: "I certainly believe in the Third Prince. But..."

Rong Mian: "But what?"

Mu Xinyan's thoughts raced: "I'm still scared. So many soldiers were there before, and the assassins still managed to break in. What if they break in again? I'll lose my life..."

"Don't talk nonsense, that won't happen."

Mu Xinyan was furious. She'd said so much, yet this stupid prince still wouldn't let her stay in his princely residence. She was genuinely afraid to stay there.

Moreover, if they stayed at the prince's residence, it would serve as a warning to the concubines there.

Mu Xinyan didn't care anymore; she had to take the initiative.

"Third Prince, may I stay at your residence? Please don't mind, I'm genuinely afraid."

Mu Xinyan looked so pitiful that it was really hard to refuse her.

Rong Mian was in a dilemma. Although his mansion had enough rooms for her, it was still somewhat inappropriate, and he needed his father's permission.

“In that case, I will return to the palace to report to my father and see what he thinks. I cannot make a decision on this matter.”

Mu Xinyan didn't make things difficult for him and nodded: "Yes, thank you, Third Prince."

Rong Mian: "Then you should rest first. I'll go back to the palace now."

"Um."