The workers who had previously left the Imperial Household Department all expressed their willingness to follow Lin Yun to the capital.

As evening fell, Lin Yun stood alone in the courtyard, gazing at the sunset on the horizon, her heart filled with mixed emotions.

This journey is uncertain. There are many wealthy people in the capital, but the risks are also greater. One might offend some powerful faction if one is not careful.

We must proceed cautiously, step by step.

Xiao Tao walked over and said softly, "Miss, everything is almost packed. You should get some rest; we have to travel tomorrow."

Lin Yun nodded, turned around and went back to her room to rest.

The convoy was ready to depart the following morning.

Lin Yun's parents and third brother also arrived early in the morning to see their daughter off.

Lin Yun bid farewell to her family one by one. Her mother held her hand, her eyes reddening, and said, "Yun'er, remember to write to me when you get to the capital."

Lin Yun hugged her mother tightly: "Mother, don't worry, I will take good care of myself."

Lin's father patted her shoulder and said earnestly, "The capital is not like home, so be careful in everything you do."

Lin Feng stood to the side and said with a smile, "Little sister, I'll take care of things at home, so you can go with peace of mind."

Lin Yun nodded emphatically, then boarded the carriage. The caravan slowly drove out of Shangyang City, heading towards the capital.

Outside the car window, the familiar scenery gradually receded into the distance.

Lin Yun let out a soft breath.

Big city, here I come!

Xiao Tao sat beside her and said excitedly, "Miss, I heard that the capital is very lively, with lots of delicious food and fun things to do!"

Lin Yun smiled and pinched her cheek: "I'll take you shopping to your heart's content."

The carriage gradually drove away and disappeared at the end of the official road.

Yikun Palace in the Forbidden City

"What? The Emperor has left the palace again?" Consort Nian's teacup suddenly stopped, and tea splashed onto her brocade sleeve, spreading a dark stain.

She looked up, a hint of unease flashing in her eyes. "He's even been exempted from the morning court these past few days. Where has he gone?"

The maid knelt on the ground, her voice trembling: "Your Majesty, the people of the Qianqing Palace are very tight-lipped, and this servant... really can't find out anything."