Let's leave Chapter 325 for later.
Lin Changning is certainly despicable. If he can't kill the male lead, does that mean he can't kill the King of Chu either, following the plot?
Speaking of luck, who in this book has luck comparable to that of the King of Chu?
This is the future emperor.
Lin Changning finished speaking with a serious expression, completely ignoring Su Qingyan's anxious and angry reaction inside.
Su Qingyan has used up all her chips. Whether she lives or dies is just a matter of a word from the prince.
At this moment, the prince said appropriately, "Father, I think Commander Lin is right. This man should not be allowed to live. My third sister and the others faced many dangers on their way back, and this man deserves much credit."
After speaking, his sinister gaze turned to Su Qingyan, who was in prison.
Qi Rong chimed in, "That's right. Third Sister still has quite a few small wounds on her body, all from the journey. Changning's injuries are also quite severe, yet she still managed to come today. Sigh."
The King of Chu glanced at the three men and was amused by their banter. He thought to himself that a mere heir of a marquis's household was no reason for these three to be so worried; he could be easily crushed.
However, the information provided by Su Qingyan was indeed valuable.
It wouldn't be good to just kill him; we should at least wait until we get the seal of office before dealing with him.
Thinking of this, the King of Chu waved his hand and said, "Alright, you three, I will make my own decision on this matter. First, send someone to search for him at the place he mentioned. As for him, keep him in prison for now."
Qi Rong and the Crown Prince exchanged a glance. Generally speaking, few people could persuade the King of Chu of his decisions. A hint of regret flashed in their eyes as they clasped their hands in agreement.
Lin Changning quickly followed suit with a fist salute, feeling a little regretful that he hadn't been able to kill him outright this time.
However, locking her up isn't entirely unacceptable. Su Qingyan's legs are already ruined, and in this hot weather with so many mosquitoes and rodents, she might not survive for long.
With everyone locked up, nothing bad is likely to happen.
Upon receiving the news, the King of Chu was not keen to linger in this stuffy and smelly place, so he led his men out. Lin Changning followed him out and began to ponder where to go next.
Suddenly, the King of Chu stopped, turned his head, looked at him with a deep gaze, and asked, "How are your injuries?"
Lin Changning was somewhat flattered and respectfully replied with clasped hands, "Your Highness, I am much better now."
The King of Chu smiled faintly: "Don't run around while you're injured. You're so young, yet you worry so much every day. There are other people who can do the work. I will need you a lot in the future, so take good care of yourself and don't develop any chronic illnesses."
Lin Changning was actually a little excited, and replied in a loud voice, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. It is all within my duty. I am grateful for your concern."
The King of Chu waved his hand: "It's hot these days. Eldest son, when we get back to the manor later, take some ice to Lin Qianhu's house to cool him down. Wounds are prone to getting infected and festering in the heat. Second son, you take Lin Qianhu home."
"Yes, Father."
"Yes, Your Highness."
After giving instructions to Lin Changning, the King of Chu led most of his men out of the military headquarters.
Qi Rong and Lin Changning lagged behind. Lin Changning's face was slightly flushed, and she felt a little excited.
Honestly, the prince knew she was injured and inquired about her condition. In this sweltering heat, he even sent ice to her family from the palace. It would be a lie to say he wasn't touched.
This is the future emperor.
The fact that the prince is now inquiring about his injuries means that he has won the prince's favor and will be of use to him in the future. This indicates that the prince has recognized his abilities.
So, it seems that the rewards of his service to the emperor, the titles and honors bestowed upon him, are very close at hand.
Lin Changning's face was flushed with excitement, as if she could see the fruits of victory beckoning to her.
Qi Rong shook his head and chuckled. His uncle's methods of managing subordinates were still effective after all these years.
Many years ago, he fought on the frontier, guarding the territory and protecting the people, so he naturally had a lot of soldiers under his command.
Seeing how easily Qin and the others were fooled back then, talking about how they were willing to give their lives to repay their uncle, makes me want to laugh.
However, being a soldier under my uncle was indeed a good job. The salary and benefits were excellent, and my uncle was very considerate to his subordinates. He clearly distinguished between merits and demerits, and rewarded and punished them fairly.
"Let me take you back. You're all sweaty today. Go back and find a clean towel to wipe your wound. Your Highness is right, it's hot today. Be careful that the wound doesn't get infected and fester."
Lin Changning nodded: "My wounds have all scabbed over, so it should be nothing serious. It doesn't hurt much unless I touch it."
Qi Rong snorted: "Don't take your injuries lightly just because you're young. Old Qin had a lot of injuries back then and didn't take them seriously. Now that he's getting older, his wounds itch and hurt a lot when it rains, which is really torturous."
"Understood, Second Brother."
The two walked to the outside of the command post, where they heard that the carriage had already been brought out and was waiting for them outside the gate.
Qi Rong got into the carriage first, followed by Lin Changning. As soon as Lin Changning entered the carriage, he felt a blast of cold air hit him.
At first glance, two buckets full of ice were found in two corners of the carriage.
Lin Changning breathed a deep sigh of relief. Those evil capitalists! No wonder my second brother was so clean and refreshed when he went to prison. It turns out they even put a lot of ice in the carriage to keep him cool.
"Phew, it's so cool outside, it's unbearably hot."
Qi Rong smiled and said, "I still have plenty of ice in the palace. If you feel hot, I will have someone send you some every day. Put two buckets in your room before going to bed each night, and it will cool you down a lot."
Lin Changning nodded, adhering to the principle that "a fool wouldn't take advantage of a good deal," and practically leaned against the ice bucket.
"Thank you, Second Brother. I am indeed about to be cooked through."
Qi Rong picked up a folding fan from the table and tossed it to Lin Changning: "Don't slouch over there. Sit up straight. You're such a grown man, and you have no manners at all. Using a folding fan will make you feel more comfortable."
Hearing this, Lin Changning felt even more that Qi Rong was now just like his father, even their tone of voice was exactly the same.
Thinking of this, he looked at Qi Rong, who was sitting upright with his clothes perfectly in place, and sighed, "Second brother, you look just like my father."
Qi Rong was almost amused and exasperated. Xiao Liu would have to learn all the court etiquette and manners required for entering the palace in the future. This was just a way to give him a heads-up so that he could develop some habits as early as possible, making it easier for him to learn later.
Unexpectedly, someone even said he looked like his father. Is he that old?
Qi Rong snatched the folding fan from Lin Changning's hand, closed it, and then smacked Lin Changning on the head twice.
"You have no manners!"
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