Zhu Yue nodded quickly. She knew these things without Zhu Yunying needing to say more.

The maternal grandmother's greatest concern was for Zhu Yunying, but she doted on Zhu Yuntang the most. Although she seemed to have little time to take care of Zhu Xi and Zhu Yue because she couldn't enter the palace, Changlan Shi actually treated them both quite well.

Xu Miaoqing then spoke up, saying, "Your Majesty, I know that my maternal grandmother is a believer, and we wish to handwrite scriptures and incantations to offer to her."

Zhu Yunying nodded, which was to be expected. As Zhu Yunying's wives and concubines, Xu Miaoqing and the others obviously couldn't be idle either. At this time, they naturally needed to do things themselves, showing their filial piety and expressing their attitude.

This is not just Zhu Yunying's business; all of Zhu Yunying's wives and concubines naturally cannot be idle either, and they all need to make a good impression at this time.

There are some things that Zhu Yunying doesn't need to say much about. Everyone naturally knows what should be done and how to behave.

Chang Lan's coffin is still slowly returning to Yingtian Prefecture. The messenger who came to announce the death also brought some handwritten letters from Zhu Yunying. Zhu Yunying naturally knew that Chang Lan wished for a simple funeral.

Zhu Yunying agreed in principle that he wouldn't have a grand funeral. However, there were some things he should do, because he knew that his maternal grandmother had given him those instructions partly to avoid putting him, her grandson, in a difficult position.

While Zhu Yunying was busy making preparations, the victorious army returning from the northern frontier was also slowly making its way back.

Xu Yingxu, who was recuperating from his injuries in Beiping Prefecture, naturally wouldn't be careless; he had personally gone to offer condolences. Regardless of the relationship between the Xu and Chang families, and out of respect for the Emperor, Empress, or Crown Prince, he felt he should do something.

Several of his close followers were now galloping towards the northern frontier, while the imperial army was returning to the capital. Normally, apart from a very few meritorious officials who would have the honor of going to Yingtian Prefecture to receive rewards from His Majesty the Emperor, the other soldiers and generals were required to return to their respective garrisons.

Lan Yu, returning victorious, was filled with pride and smugness. Xu Huizu, however, frowned slightly, feeling that his second brother had been somewhat rash in sending someone over at this time.

Upon hearing the report, he immediately became serious and walked without hesitation towards Lan Yu's tent. "Duke of Liang, the Grand Madam has passed away."

Lan Yu was taken aback. She, who had been secretly drinking, was stunned. "Grand Madam? Which Grand Madam?"

Xu Huizu's expression was solemn; he simply said, "Duke of Liang, please accept my condolences."

The wine glass in her hand suddenly fell to the ground, and tears streamed down Lan Yu's face. "Sister! Sister's gone?! I don't believe it!"

Lan Yu, wailing uncontrollably, disregarded everything else. Perhaps it was the impulsiveness of being drunk, or perhaps he was truly heartbroken. He rushed out of the central command tent, ignoring everything else, and led his horse and a few hastily arriving guards away.

Xu Huizu was dumbfounded and stunned. He had heard that Lan Yu would disregard everything once he got excited, and now he had witnessed it firsthand.

Fu Youde rushed over and, upon hearing the news, said, "Don't chase after them. Just focus on managing the army. The Duke of Liang was raised by the Grand Madam since he was a child..."

Lan Yu was raised by Chang Lan Shi, so it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that Chang Lan Shi was both Lan Yu's older sister and her older sister.

At this point, Fu Youde and Xu Huizu both knew that the reason they hadn't sent anyone to retrieve Lan Yu was because they lacked the confidence to do so. However, sending someone to Yingtian Prefecture to deliver the message was still essential.

What Zhu Yunying was supposed to do was continue to handle state affairs; what he needed to do was to govern the country well.

His maternal grandmother has passed away, but he is unable to attend the funeral in person. He can only fast in the imperial palace in Yingtian Prefecture and send people to pay their respects, while also instructing them to follow the proper procedures for the Changlan family's coffin.

Zhu Yunwen returned, and upon seeing Zhu Yunying, he lowered his head, remained silent, and silently shed tears.

Zhu Yunying patted Zhu Yunhuo's head and said, "Grandma certainly wouldn't like to see you like this. Eat and drink as you please. As long as you're happy, Grandma will be happy. Be good, don't be sad."

Zhu Yunwen nodded and said softly, "We're feeling better now."

Yes, Zhu Yunwen was extremely saddened and grieving when his maternal grandmother passed away. But time is the best healer.