Shen Mingzhuang, in the Jiaofang Palace, quietly gave orders to have the palace completely guarded, not wanting any news about Jiang Wang to leak out.

With Tan Yonglin around, she could do things with ease and efficiency.

She met Shen Mingrong and Lu Chengye first. As soon as Shen Mingrong saw her, he rushed forward anxiously and asked in a low voice if something had happened.

Shen Mingzhuang knew that Shen Mingrong was just like that; once she set her mind on someone, she would treat them with all her heart. Of course, it wasn't to say that she was a pushover, but at least in this respect, she was different from the rest of the Shen family. Because of this, Shen Mingzhuang had more trust and sincerity towards her.

The reason Shen Mingzhuang summoned Shen Mingrong and Lu Chengye to the palace was because he needed their help with something, so Shen Mingzhuang didn't hesitate and revealed the matter to the two of them.

Upon hearing this, Shen Mingrong's heart clenched. "Why did you only bring this up now? If this gets out, those with disloyal intentions will take advantage of the situation, and the stable situation that Tianzhong has managed to maintain for several years will be broken again."

Only close friends would dare to speak so frankly. Shen Mingzhuang smiled and sighed, then gave Shen Mingrong a grateful smile. "I just returned to the palace. Tan Yonglin is keeping all the news from the palace under wraps. It must have been hard on him. But thankfully I'm back. Duke Rong, can you handle this matter?"

Lu Chengye had actually made a guess on his way to the palace. When he heard Shen Mingzhuang ask him, he turned to look at his wife. Shen Mingrong was also looking at him expectantly. Lu Chengye suddenly laughed, "Protecting the country and the people, my wife and children are in the capital. It is my duty to guard the capital. Your Majesty, please rest assured."

Shen Mingrong almost burst into tears as she listened.

She looked at Lu Chengye, her eyes glistening with tears. Shen Mingzhuang, watching her, was also overwhelmed with emotions, feeling a sense of urgency as a formidable enemy loomed ahead.