Chapter 984
Since the mission is to be undertaken, the identity of Chen Zongwen is insufficient; only the identity of Xun Ze can be restored.
Chen Zongwen is Xun Ze, a fact known to everyone in Luoyang. His restoration of his identity was expected by everyone, and there was no major reaction.
However, they also knew that Xun Ze's return meant that the emperor had new plans.
The Prince's Palace in Yunnan.
Madam Xun packed Xun Ze's clothes, her brows still furrowed: "Once you leave, who knows when you'll be back? Southern Chu is a long way from us, can your old bones handle it?"
"Don't worry, Madam, I'm fine. Over the years, I've traveled all over the country. Going to Southern Chu is just a piece of cake!"
He spoke lightly, but Madam Xun was still uneasy.
At this moment, Huo Zhao arrived.
She sat down next to Madam Xun: "I heard that Father is going on a long trip, so I just went out and ordered some snacks and other things from a few shops. They are all things that can be stored for a while, so Father can eat them slowly on the road."
"Dad, don't worry, I'll take good care of Mom."
Madam Xun patted her hand: "I'm so old, I don't need you to take care of me. You should take care of yourself first!"
The mother and daughter exchanged a glance, both with slightly red eyes, but neither of them spoke again.
The room fell silent.
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Half a month later, the Sixth Prince will set off, and Xun will embark on his mission.
On this day, the people gathered early at the city gate to see him off.
Seeing such a lively scene, the princess's eyes welled up with tears.
Just then, a large, strong hand grasped hers.
"Our Great Chu will soon be like that too."
The sixth prince said softly.
The princess nodded, but her gaze never left the common people.
The carriage had traveled quite a distance from Luoyang before the hustle and bustle was left behind.
After walking a short distance, the carriage suddenly stopped.
When the sixth prince and his wife opened the carriage door, they saw an army stationed not far away.
The leader was someone even the Sixth Prince would recognize if he were reduced to ashes.
It was Huo Yue!
Xun Ze was also very surprised to see Huo Yue: "Your Highness? What brings you here?"
"By order of His Majesty, I am here to cover your retreat!"
At this moment, Huo Yue was clad in armor, showing none of the casualness he displayed when dressed in everyday clothes. Instead, every move and word he made carried a chilling aura of intimidation.
The two looked at each other across the distance and suddenly burst into laughter.
Huo Yue pointed to a spot not far away, and Xun turned his head to look, only to see the whole family standing there.
Lady Xun, Huo Zhao, Shen Rang, Zhong Jie, Huo Shu, and even Chen Qiang came.
Meeting his gaze, Madam Xun instinctively walked towards him, but before she could take two steps, Huo Zhao stopped her.
Zhong Jie stepped forward and said, "Don't worry, with the Prince personally going, Nan Chu won't dare to make any moves. Old Xun will definitely be fine."
Madam Xun nodded haphazardly, but her gaze remained fixed on Xun Ze.
From afar, she saw Xun Ze wave to her, and then she returned to her carriage.
The carriage continued forward, and the already large envoy procession grew even larger with the addition of the army.
After watching them walk a long way, everyone turned their attention back to their own carriages and headed towards Luoyang.
Huo Zhao was quite composed when facing Madam Xun outside, but once back in the carriage, she couldn't help but frown: "I wonder if Father will be able to get there smoothly this time."
"Don't worry, Father went with us too. There are tens of thousands of soldiers in Yunnan to protect us, and there are many skilled martial artists in the envoy's entourage. We'll be fine."
Hearing his words, Huo Zhao felt a little relieved.
Shen Rang squeezed her hand: "Don't think about anything right now, just focus on getting better so that your father and father can rest easy when they come back."
"Um."
Huo Zhao lowered his head, and involuntarily raised his hand to his lower abdomen, a tenderness flashing in his eyes.
The sun shines brightly, and Luoyang City remains as peaceful as ever; the flames of war on the frontier will eventually be extinguished.
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