The second day.

When Wei Hanzhang woke up, Xiao Junzhan was gone. She was used to a life of luxury and had never done any delicate work, so when she woke up she only felt her wrists were sore.

While rubbing her sore wrist, she recalled what happened last night and her cheeks gradually turned red.

really!

I knew that person had some bad intentions and deliberately made her drunk so that she could...

She was so annoyed that she wanted to punch herself twice. Why was she so unrestrained once the love poison lost its effect? ​​The maidservant who was guarding outside heard the noise and asked in a low voice. Wei Hanzhang casually tidied up her pajamas and called someone in.

A row of palace maids came in, bowed together, and then each took on their own duties, helping her wash and change clothes.

Wei Hanzhang was used to being served by Luzhu and Lulan, and originally thought that he would not be used to it, but unexpectedly, he felt that these palace maids served him well.

She looked up at the sun outside the window, feeling a little embarrassed, and asked, "When Your Highness left, did you ask someone to escort me out of the palace?"

The leading maid said respectfully, "Your Highness only ordered us to serve you well, and did not order anything else."

Just at this moment, a palace servant brought breakfast, and Wei Hanzhang had no way to leave, so he could only wait for Xiao Junzhan to come back.

She had breakfast in the palace, but she had something on her mind so she didn't eat much.

After finishing the meal, I finally had time to look around the living room of the current Crown Prince.

The Daling Dynasty was founded more than 300 years ago. This palace was built along with the dynasty. After being nurtured by the dragon energy of many generations of emperors, the royal palace now has a solemn and majestic atmosphere.

The front hall of Changji Palace was where Xiao Junzhan met with important officials and held small court meetings. For fear of running into any foreign officials, Wei Hanzhang did not dare to move around easily and could only walk around in the back hall.

When she reached the door of the study, she turned her head and asked the palace maid following behind her: "Can I come in?"

The maid bowed her head and replied, "His Highness said that you have no place to go in Changji Palace."

Hearing this, Wei Hanzhang's heart moved slightly. He subconsciously restrained his expression, pushed the door and walked in.

Wei Hanzhang was already familiar with Xiao Junzhan's bookshelf.

There are many rare books, covering a wide range of topics, and any one of them is enough for her to savor carefully for half a month.

When Xiao Junzhan came back from court, he first asked the palace maid a few questions in detail, and then went straight into the study. As soon as he entered, he saw the touching little girl holding a book and reading intently.

He looked at her quietly, his eyes unconsciously becoming deeper.

When I thought that I would have to wait for several months before I could see her after returning from court, I couldn't help but feel some indescribable emotions.

...I really want to detain her in the palace and not let her go back.

He exhaled lightly, walked over, glanced at the book she was holding, and said softly, "Would you like to stay in the palace for a few more days? I will find you whatever you like, and I won't let you get bored."

He suddenly spoke, startling Wei Hanzhang, who was absorbed in reading. He covered his chest and said, "Why do you always suddenly jump out and scare people?"

She completely ignored his words, stood up and said, "Since I'm back, send a carriage to take me out of the palace."

Xiao Junzhan looked at her calmly for a few breaths, then suddenly reached out and hugged her, saying, "Ranran is such a bad girl. You promised not to change your face to me after waking up, and you regret it now, don't you?"

“…Don’t be like this!” Wei Hanzhang felt like he was about to break apart, and said angrily: “You are sad, but I am not any better off than you. Why do you have to embarrass me!”

Although she was delicate, it was very difficult for her to get angry like this. Seeing her like this, Xiao Junzhan couldn't bear to force her any further, and almost subconsciously softened his voice; "It's my fault, I shouldn't have forced you."

To embarrass her? ... He would have to be ruthless to do that.

Wei Hanzhang said angrily, "I get annoyed when I see you. Don't think of getting me to break free of the control of the Joy Gu and fall in love with you again. It's useless."

After he finished speaking, Xiao Junzhan moved his lips, but he never spoke. He just looked at her quietly.

The obvious affection in those eyes made Wei Hanzhang even more upset. She pushed him away and walked out the door, muttering that she wanted to leave the palace.

Xiao Junzhan sighed softly and told someone to prepare the car.

He took a few steps forward, stretched out his hand and held her, saying, "We will go on the autumn hunting trip in a few days. The Cheng Enbo Mansion is also on the list of people to accompany us. Ranran, do you want to go with me?"

Wei Hanzhang had no doubt that what he meant by "traveling together" must be like in the palace, where the two of them lived together.

She shook her head and said, "I have my own parents and sisters at home to accompany me, so I will not be traveling with Your Highness."

Xiao Junzhan was not surprised. He smiled and said, "Your uncle and his family should arrive in Beijing today. How about taking their family with you?"

He suddenly mentioned this, causing Wei Hanzhang to be a little stunned, but then he reacted and said, "Finally I'm back. It's been several months, and I don't know if something happened."

Thinking about the news he received, Xiao Junzhan frowned slightly, and his expression changed a little, which made Wei Hanzhang see it clearly. She widened her eyes and asked, "Did something really happen?"

"Your cousin's eldest son contracted a serious disease during exile..." Xiao Junzhan said, "He died."

My cousin's eldest son...

Wei Hanzhang blinked. Her uncle had four sons in total, two of whom were already married. Among them, only her third cousin had a son. He was named Jiang Zhiyu and was the eldest grandson of the Jiang family.

The child was only two years old.

There are many third-generation descendants in the Jiang family, but among her many cousins, Wei Hanzhang only gets along well with her third cousin Jiang Shengwen. She was only thirteen years old when his eldest son was born. It was the first time she saw such a little baby, and she held him in her arms with great curiosity and was reluctant to let go.

When we left Xuzhou, the child could already call me aunt.

When they saw each other off at the city gate that day, she even hugged him.

...dead? "No way," Wei Hanzhang was unwilling to believe it, "The child was always strong. My grandmother said he was as strong as a calf."

Xiao Junzhan pursed his lips, stretched out his arms and held her in his arms without saying a word.

After she calmed down a little, Fang said, "Can I go home with you? Or do you want to go directly to Jiang's house?"

"No need," Wei Hanzhang's eyelids turned red, but he still calmly refused: "My uncle was originally a criminal who was pardoned from exile. It's not right for you to come to his house in person when his family returns."

He could give face to her family out of love for her, but not now.

Although it was customary to show favor to the empress's mother's family, she was not the empress yet. However, he gave her the title of Duke of Wei Hengguo and showed favor to her maternal grandfather's family. He even pardoned the crimes of corrupt officials.

That would be fine, after all, her uncle was just a minor official and his crime was not extremely serious.

But as the regent prince, how would the civil and military officials view it if he treated a corrupt official who should have been exiled with his entire family so kindly? 　Two chapters, stepping on his tail to get it done 　　 　 (end of this chapter)