The Lu family's carriage has a special mark, which is also to show their status in Xiteng. Bal and the others knew that it was the Lu family's carriage. Although it had been confiscated for a few days, they did not dare to relax. The horses were also well-fed and healthy. When they set off, they returned the carriage to Lu Xiaoyang and the others.

As soon as the Jingweis arrived, they saw the carriages bearing the Lu family's insignia and immediately surrounded the convoy.

"Is Lu Xiaoyang from the Lu family here?"

Seeing that the other person didn't intend to make a move, Lu Xiaoyang guessed that they were probably there to rescue him. He quickly ran out from behind the tree and shouted, "Yes, yes, I'm here!"

Jingwei then said, "We have been sent by the Emperor to take you back to the capital. Come with us."

As he spoke, the leader showed Lu Xiaoyang the token in his hand to confirm his identity.

Lu Xiaoyang was somewhat puzzled. The marks he left behind could only be understood by people from Qianfan Pavilion, so how come it was the Emperor's people who found them in the end?

But it's not a big problem, since we're all on the same side, as long as we get found.

Baal and the others immediately went on high alert. They had been keeping a low profile all the way, and the heavy snow would cover any traces. In addition, Lu Xiaoyang and the others were under their control, so they would not be found no matter what.

So, how exactly did these people catch up with them?

Baal couldn't help but look at Lu Xiaoyang. The biggest variable along the way was Lu Xiaoyang. This guy was like an animal, urinating the whole way.

Just when he thought a fight was about to break out, Lu Xiaoyang hurriedly spoke up: "Don't misunderstand, they're all our friends. These are friends we met in Xiteng who came back with us."

Lu Xiaoyang was speaking to Baal and the others, so he could freely wink at them as he spoke.

Zhang Lanxiang and the others are still in Bal's hands. That man is a bit crazy, and it would be bad if he hurts anyone. We must make sure everyone is out of danger before we can take action.

The Jingwei birds immediately understood, nodded, and asked, "Where are you going? This isn't the way back to the capital."

Lu Xiaoyang said, "Originally, I was going to return to the capital, but my future cousin is determined to marry a Xiteng man, so I plan to go back to Jingzhou first to ask her father's opinion."

Hearing Lu Xiaoyang say this, Bal breathed a sigh of relief. At this moment, he completely believed that Zhang Lanxiang had really turned against these people for his sake. Otherwise, Lu Xiaoyang would never have said such a thing to the people who came to pick them up.

Liu Yuexiang and Zhang Lanxiang hid in the carriage, listening to the situation outside, and their hearts, which had been hanging in suspense all the way, were finally at ease.

Zhang Lanxiang was puzzled: "Why would Brother Yang say that?"

Liu Yuexiang explained, "It's for our safety."

They currently lack weapons for self-defense, and if a fight breaks out, they are likely to be captured and taken hostage, which would actually limit the Jingwei's ability to rescue people.

Zhang Lanxiang understood, and then asked, "So, should we continue the performance?"

“Naturally, it would be best to lower Baal and the others’ guard.”

Outside, Jingwei listened to Lu Xiaoyang's words and then said, "But the Emperor is waiting for you to go back and report the situation. Such an important matter cannot be delayed. How about this, write a letter to Lord Zhang and ask him to bring his family to the capital. We will go directly back to the capital, and then you can discuss the marriage in the capital."

From Jingwei's perspective, it's understandable that he prioritized the interests of the emperor and the country.

Lu Xiaoyang gave a "Oh right" look, then said with a hint of difficulty, "Let me go ask those two what they think. They seem quite eager to meet their parents."

Jingwei snorted coldly and rebuked, "How can such a trivial matter be compared to the Emperor's affairs? Miss Zhang is far too ignorant!"

Although these words were directed at Zhang Lanxiang, they also insulted Baer. If he offended the emperor of Beiyan, his life would be in trouble.

Lu Xiaoyang mentally gave Jingwei a thumbs up. As expected of someone who is Jingwei, her reaction speed is really strong. He had just started, and they were already continuing the performance.

Baal was somewhat worried, fearing that he might have really offended the Emperor of Beiyan, so he had Zhang Lanxiang called off the carriage.

When Zhang Lanxiang heard that they had to go to the capital first, she immediately started making a fuss: "I don't care, Baal and I are truly in love, we have to go back to Jingzhou first!"

"How about this, you two go to the capital, and Baal and I will go to Jingzhou, okay?"

Zhang Lanxiang offered a solution, but Liu Yuexiang immediately said, "How can that be? We're going to Xiteng together. The Emperor will definitely reward us. If you don't go, you won't get any reward."

"I don't care, I just want to be with Baal!"

Zhang Lanxiang perfectly portrayed the image of a love-struck girl. Not to mention Bal and the others, even Jingwei, who was present, thought that she might really be a little sick.

Just then, Baal stepped forward, greeted the Jingwei leader politely, and then said with a kind and understanding expression, "Since His Majesty the Emperor of Beiyan has urgent business, we certainly cannot delay. So, let's proceed to the capital as planned. We can only trouble you and your aunt to come to the capital to meet us."

Before anyone could speak, Zhang Lanxiang, with tears welling in her eyes, spoke first: "Ba'er, I'm so sorry to have wronged you."

As she spoke, she pressed a handkerchief to the corner of her eye.

Everyone: ...

Liu Yuexiang said to Jingwei, "When you write this letter, please ask my parents to come to the capital with me. I haven't seen them in a long time."

Jingwei nodded in agreement and turned to make the arrangements.

After the letter was sent out, the group turned the car around and headed towards the capital.

Baal couldn't help but wonder what reward the Northern Yan Emperor would give Zhang Lanxiang. Would he also give her some benefits because of his relationship with Zhang Lanxiang, such as a pass to travel in Northern Yan? This would be a small matter for the emperor, but it would be of great help to them.

Zhang Lanxiang had no idea that Baal could have such a beautiful dream. After everything returned to normal, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief. When Baal wasn't paying attention, she asked Lu Xiaoyang, "When do we make our move? We can't just keep going like this, can we?"

Lu Xiaoyang, who was resting with his legs crossed, just laughed when he heard this and said, "Why not? We'll have someone escort us, and we won't have to lift a finger. Isn't that great?"

Previously, he was worried that the enemy outnumbered them and that there would be casualties if a real battle broke out, so he had been delaying and marking the way. But now that Jingwei was there, Baal and the others dared not act recklessly, and their safety was guaranteed, so they naturally did whatever they felt comfortable with.

The Jingwei people didn't expect things to go so smoothly. Were Lu Xiaoyang and the others too smart or were the Xiteng people too stupid? How could they have managed to make such a fool of them?

The weather was nice on the day they arrived in the capital, and the Lu family even sent someone to pick them up; it was none other than Lu Lao Er.

Seeing that everyone was alright, just a little tired from sitting in the car too long, and no one else was injured, I felt relieved.

"Good, good, it's good that you're all alright!"

Lu Lao Er wasn't good at saying polite words. After confirming that everyone was alright, with Zhang Lanxiang and Liu Yuexiang protecting him, he ordered his men, "Take them down."