Before the poisoning scandal had subsided, salt merchants went to the prefectural governor of salt affairs, hoping to send some tribute to Emperor Kangxi.

After all, it was a rare opportunity for Emperor Kangxi to travel to the south of the Yangtze River, and they wanted to take this chance to show their faces in front of him more often.

In the business world of Jiangnan, everyone avoids Linglong Pavilion and Yuelai Inn. Both shops have ties to the royal family, and without a strong backer, they have no intention of taking action.

Qingyan, unusually relaxed, came out. The twins were protected by Kangxi, who prevented them from showing their faces in public again.

"Little darling, don't be angry. Let's try to take the child out as much as possible in the capital." Qingyan couldn't help but complain.

Emperor Kangxi did not restrict his princes' travels. As long as they had enough guards, it was good for them to go out and explore.

In contrast, Yiken'e was different. Kangxi protected him and would express his displeasure if even Yinzhi said a word.

Whenever Yin and Qing went out, Kangxi would take the twins with him, no longer daring to let them take any risks.

"Fourth, Father is going back on his word," Qingyan muttered softly.

Yin smiled faintly. As long as they were Consort Tong's children, Kangxi would protect them.

"It's not that I'm going back on my word, it's that I value Yiken'e too much." Their significance is different; the twins are a symbol of the Qing Dynasty, and he is determined not to let them be in danger.

Qingyan wrinkled her little face, but her mood improved as a result.

Their discreet travels went undisturbed by outsiders. At the gates of the princes' villas, salt merchants had dispatched servants to keep watch. Su Peisheng went out ahead to scout the area, then returned to report to Empress Yin, after which they exited through a side gate. (To read more... 1 book...)

Other princes valued their status and wouldn't leave through the side gate, but Yin and his brother would often sneak out. As a result, the salt merchants had no way of getting more information about Yin.

"Little darling, do you want to see the flower market over here?" Yin remembered that the flower market in the south was very unique, with flower boats moored at the dock.

Qingyan was taken aback. What was there to see at the flower market?

"It is said that the flower markets in Jiangnan are different from those in other places," Yin said, leaning towards Qingyan.

Qingyan nodded quickly. She was very curious about what the flower market in the south would be like.

The nearby flower market only opened before noon. Yin led Qingyan there on foot, strolling along the canal. Qingyan looked at the canal surface, where flower boats were moored in front of the dock, with various flowers displayed on their bows, and people were constantly picking them out at the dock.

"Sisi, is this the flower market you've come to?" Qingyan looked at the flower boats that stretched for hundreds of meters, and it seemed that the flowers on each boat were different.

Qingyan dared not step forward to ask, much less make a selection here.

The nesting doll incident has caused widespread panic, and she seems to have been frightened as well, becoming wary of anything outside the home.

"Go and pick out what you like. I'll let Suzhu take a look." Yin noticed Qingyan's hesitation and comforted her from the side.

Suzhu had been checked and found to be fine, so they felt reassured about the product they bought.

real? !

Her eyes lit up when she heard his words. Could he really buy it?

"Suzhu, you accompany the Fujin over there." Yin didn't intend to go forward to accompany her. He knew that the officials would recognize him after spending these past few days with Kangxi.

If he shows up in a crowded place, he will definitely attract attention.

Qingyan led Sulan, Suzhu and Erlu over and saw the flowers on the flower boat. She was slightly surprised that an ordinary florist could cultivate such exquisite flowers.

"Buy the orchids on the flower boat in front of us. Erlu, you go with us too." Qingyan stood at a distance, only glancing at them before quickly saying to Suzhu.

She then helped Su Lan turn around and leave, returning to Yin's side, which puzzled him.

"Why are you back so soon?" Yin thought she would definitely stay longer.

"Hehe, I'm looking at the orchids on the flower boats. There are too many people on the other flower boats," Qingyan muttered. "Those flower boats have top-quality orchids, but those people don't know their value."

She not only felt she had gotten a bargain, but Yin became more vigilant. After all, very few people in the south recognized top-quality orchids, and there might be problems if Qingyan bought them all.

"Little darling, buy as many orchids as you can." When buying orchids at Qingyan, Yin specifically instructed the guards to prepare the carriage, ready to leave at any time.

Qingyan remained silent, knowing that Suzhu would definitely check everything one by one.

Soon, Qingyan noticed that Suzhu had only bought three pots of flowers, and Erlu's expression turned even worse.

Yin signed the head of the banquet, and guards immediately surrounded them.

"Master, leave as soon as possible," Erlu said to Yin in a low voice.

The shopkeeper on the pleasure boat had a somewhat unfocused look in his eyes, as if he were looking at something.

Upon hearing this, Yin quickly pulled Qingyan away and got into the carriage. A commotion came from the direction of the canal. The carriage sped forward, and the guards surrounded it, looking around warily. They were all worried that some lawless people might attack the Fourth Prince.

Qingyan also became nervous. She wanted to know if the people along the canal would encounter any danger.

"Don't look!" Yin saw through Qingyan's thoughts. The loud noise by the canal must mean that Yin Qi was in trouble. Yin only wanted to take good care of Qingyan.

Only when they have their own inner circle in mind can they go out to rescue the people.

Um? !

Qingyan looked up at him. They were out of danger, and the people had not suffered.

"They're probably trying to create chaos and hope something happens to us. I've already sent guards to help." Yin had already instructed the guards to do their best to maintain order.

Qingyan is a kind-hearted person who does not want the people to suffer because of her presence.

Upon hearing Yin's assurance, Qingyan finally managed a slight smile.

"Suzhu, I see so many top-quality orchids on the ship, are these the only ones worth buying?" Qingyan asked in surprise.

Su Zhu glanced at Yin, who nodded, indicating that Su Zhu could speak the truth.

"Master, there are no medicines in the soil and flowers in these few pots." Yin slowly let Qingyan understand the current situation. The south was no longer stable. With the collusion between officials and merchants, the power of the salt merchants was growing. Sometimes, even the officials had to listen to them.

Qingyan fell silent. Sure enough, their identities were still not safe. They were able to uncover their whereabouts in such a short time.

In fact, there are many dark things hidden in that soil. If they appear around Qingyan and Hutu Lifengsheng Zhalafen, they may cause them some physical harm.

"Little darling, don't overthink it." Yin patted Qingyan's back to help her relax.

He stared straight ahead, pondering how to comfort the injured. The guards were all people Yin trusted; they would handle everything.

Qingyan leaned against Yin, feeling utterly powerless.