"Which team of officers and soldiers are you from?" Sheng Yunrong asked.

Sheng Yunrong stared at the officers and soldiers with sharp eyes. Although her voice was gentle, it revealed a hint of unquestionable majesty. The officers and soldiers looked at each other, and no one dared to answer for a moment.

"Miss Sheng, we are the imperial guards, and we have been ordered to capture the fugitive Pei Jinxiao." A general in silver armor hesitated for a moment, but still answered bravely.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, but a cold light flashed in her eyes: "Pei Jinxiao? This is the first time I've heard of this name. However, since it's the emperor's order, why do you have to cause trouble in front of my Sheng Mansion?"

In front of the Sheng Mansion, Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao stood with his hands behind his back. His eyes were as deep as the sea. Facing Sheng Yunrong's question, he just smiled faintly and did not speak.

"Miss Sheng, this is our duty. Please give us a favor." The general explained somewhat awkwardly.

Sheng Yunrong raised her chin slightly, her eyes revealing an unyielding look: "The Sheng Mansion is not a place you can just barge into. If Pei Jinxiao really committed a crime, the government will come to arrest him, and there is no need for you, the imperial palace guards, to do it."

At this time, the housekeeper of Sheng Mansion came hurriedly and whispered a few words to Sheng Yunrong. Sheng Yunrong frowned, but then regained her composure.

"Butler, take them to the back garden. I have some things to take care of." Sheng Yunrong ordered.

"Yes, Miss." The butler nodded and took the officers and soldiers to the back garden.

Sheng Yunrong turned to Pei Jinxiao, her eyes showing concern: "Prince Pei, why are you being hunted by them?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled gently, with a kind of calmness in his smile: "It's just a small matter, don't worry about it, Miss Sheng."

"Prince Pei, although the Sheng Mansion is big, it cannot protect you for your whole life. If you have really committed a crime, it is better to resolve it as soon as possible." Sheng Yunrong said in a firm tone, with a sharp gaze.

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong, a complex emotion flashed in his eyes, and he sighed deeply: "Miss Sheng, I know your good intentions, but I have my own difficulties."

There was a hint of doubt in Sheng Yunrong's eyes. She knew that Pei Jinxiao was not a person who would easily reveal his true feelings, but she also understood that what he needed at this moment was not sympathy, but understanding.

"King Pei, I'm willing to listen to you." Sheng Yunrong said softly.

Pei Jinxiao was silent for a moment, then slowly opened his mouth and told his story.

It turns out that Pei Jinxiao was wanted by the court for suspected treason. But he insisted that he was wronged, and he had a plan to prove his innocence, but this plan required Sheng Yunrong's help.

Sheng Yunrong listened quietly, her eyes full of doubt and sympathy. She knew that Pei Jinxiao was not a rash person, and since he dared to say such words, there must be a reason.

"King Pei, I am willing to help you." Sheng Yunrong said in a firm tone.

…

Sheng Yunrong paused for a moment before noticing their address. She raised her head slightly, a trace of confusion flashed in her bright eyes, and her gaze moved between the emperor and the queen.

The queen looked at her with a smile, her eyes full of love, and gently patted Sheng Yunrong's hand, saying: "Yunrong, do you still remember when I held you in my arms when you were a child?"

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and recalled: "I remember that time you held me in your arms and said with a smile that I was the cutest child in the palace."

The queen smiled and nodded, saying, "Time flies, and in the blink of an eye you have grown into a beautiful girl. Today, I specially summoned you here because I want to talk to you about my heart."

Sheng Yunrong lowered her head slightly, thinking to herself: The Queen is indeed worthy of her reputation, and every move reveals dignity and majesty. She said softly: "Your Majesty, Sheng Yunrong is willing to listen to your teachings."

The emperor also spoke at this time, his tone serious: "Sheng Yunrong, do you know why I summoned you to the palace today?"

Sheng Yunrong replied respectfully: "I don't know, please let the emperor know."

The emperor's eyes flashed with admiration, and he said, "Okay, then I'll tell you. In recent years, wars have been frequent on the borders of the Western Wei Dynasty, and the people are tired of dealing with them. I plan to send you to the borders to comfort the soldiers and boost their morale."

Sheng Yunrong's face changed. She didn't expect the emperor to let her go to the frontier. But, this was the emperor's order, and she couldn't refuse. She pondered for a moment, looked up at the emperor, and a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "Your servant obeys the order."

Seeing this, the Queen patted Sheng Yunrong's shoulder gently and said softly, "Yunrong, don't worry, I will prepare everything you need. You must complete your mission during this visit and seek peace for the people of Western Wei."

Sheng Yunrong nodded and expressed her gratitude to the queen.

Sheng Yunrong was sorting out the relief supplies in the palace when the queen came in. She looked at Sheng Yunrong's busy back and couldn't help but feel deeply moved. She walked up to her and gently patted Sheng Yunrong on the shoulder, saying, "Yunrong, you've worked hard."

Sheng Yunrong turned around, looked at the queen, and smiled, "Your Majesty, it is an honor for Sheng Yunrong to contribute to the Western Wei Dynasty."

The queen smiled and said, "Yunrong, do you know why I care about you so much?"

Sheng Yunrong shook her head, indicating that she didn't know.

The queen sighed and said, "Because you are the child I watched grow up. I have witnessed your growth and your tenacity. I hope you can become someone who can contribute to the Western Wei Dynasty."

Sheng Yunrong's eyes flashed with emotion. She held the Queen's hand tightly and said, "Your Majesty, Sheng Yunrong will definitely live up to your expectations."

The queen nodded with satisfaction and said, "Okay, go and have some rest. We will be leaving tomorrow, so take good care of yourself."

Sheng Yunrong responded softly and saw the queen out.

"We are the guards of Prince Jing's Mansion. We are here on the orders of Prince Jing to protect the entire Sheng Mansion." The leading guard answered respectfully, his eyes revealing respect for Sheng Yunrong.

Sheng Yunrong nodded slightly, but felt a little unhappy in her heart.

Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao was concerned about her, but this method was too direct and made her feel a little restrained. She glanced at the maids around her, motioned them to leave, and then turned and walked towards Pei Jinxiao's study.

"Miss Sheng, His Royal Highness Prince Jing is waiting in the study. Please come in." The guard led Sheng Yunrong through the winding corridor and came to the door of the study.

Sheng Yunrong gently pushed open the door and saw Pei Jinxiao sitting at the table, holding a book in his hand, with a heroic look between his eyebrows. He looked up and saw Sheng Yunrong, smiled slightly, put down the book, and stood up to greet her.

"Rong'er, you're here." Pei Jinxiao's voice was gentle and magnetic, which made Sheng Yunrong's heart tremble.

"Your Highness, what do you want to talk to me about?" Sheng Yunrong tried her best to keep her tone calm, but her eyes could not hide her concern for Pei Jinxiao.

Pei Jinxiao took Sheng Yunrong's hand and asked her to sit next to him, then said, "Rong'er, is everything going well in the Sheng Mansion recently?"

Sheng Yunrong nodded gently and said, "Everything is fine at home, but..."

Pei Jinxiao noticed Sheng Yunrong's hesitation, patted her hand gently, and said softly: "Rong'er, if you have anything to say, just tell me, I'm here."

Sheng Yunrong bit her lower lip and said, "Your Highness, do you know the rumors that have been circulating in the capital recently?"