The Prime Minister stepped forward and said, “Your Majesty, there are perhaps two solutions. First, Your Majesty could join forces with the Kingdom of Wu, along with other large and small tribes that are allied with our dynasty, to jointly resist King Chongyang. Second, you could send envoys with lavish gifts to negotiate peace with King Chongyang, forming a close and mutually supportive alliance.”
Wei Yingcheng looked at the Prime Minister, his mind racing, and said, "I have a sworn sister who could marry the Prince of Chongyang, thus avoiding war and establishing a marriage alliance."
"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!" All the ministers knelt down and shouted.
Wei Yingcheng glanced at the assembled officials and said, "Court adjourned."
He hurriedly left the court and went to the Hall of Heroes and Martial Arts.
Yu Shan was practicing her martial arts while sitting cross-legged when she heard Wei Yingcheng's footsteps. She immediately stopped practicing and stood up.
With a gentle smile, he said, "Brother."
"Shan'er, there's something I need to ask of you."
"If my brother has any requests, Shan'er will definitely agree as long as it is within her power."
"I'm sorry to trouble you, but you'll have to marry Fu Yunchen!"
"What?!"
...
Chongyang Palace.
Mu Run brought Zi Wu.
"Your Highness, what are your orders?" Ziwu bowed respectfully.
Looking at Huanhuan and Tuantuan, who were following behind him and curiously staring at her, Mu Run felt a pang of reluctance. "Well, I'd like to leave the palace for a while, and I'll be entrusting Huanhuan and Tuantuan to you and Hongmi to take care of for a period of time."
"Your Highness, please rest assured. I also wish you a safe journey and a speedy return to ascend the throne." Zi Wu seemed to have known all along that she would leave, and that she would become empress upon her return.
With her mind preoccupied, Mu Run didn't think much of what he said, and only looked at Huanhuan and Tuantuan behind him.
She said to the two little ones, "You'll be four years old after the New Year. Mommy has some things to do and will be away for a while, but it won't be long. I'll be back as soon as I'm done. Be good and study witchcraft and etiquette with Uncle Ziwu and Aunt Hongmi. When Mommy comes back, I'll check your homework and bring you lots of fun things and delicious treats, okay?"
Huanhuan and Tuantuan had left Murun for a while and were quite happy. Although they missed Murun, they didn't feel particularly unable to leave.
So, although Huanhuan was reluctant, she sensibly agreed, "Okay, Mom, remember to bring Huanhuan something fun."
"I...I want an eagle like Gray Gray's. Can you give me one, Mother?" Tuan Tuan looked at Mu Run with bright, sparkling eyes.
Mu Run replied, "Training a hawk is no easy task. I can't guarantee I can find one for you, but I will try my best to help you find one."
Huanhuan raised her hand and said, "I want one too."
Mu Run nodded, "Okay."
"Thank you, Mom. When are you leaving?" Huanhuan asked.
Mu Run: "..."
They're kicking her out like that?
I thought they couldn't bear to part with her, but it turns out it was just wishful thinking on my part.
Zi Wu said, "The day after tomorrow will be sunny and an auspicious day for travel. Your Highness may travel."
Mu Run said, "It's alright, I'll leave tomorrow."
A hint of concern flashed in Zi Wu's eyes, but he didn't say anything more.
...
The next morning, the weather was still a bit gloomy, with a gentle spring breeze blowing.
Ziwu told Murun that with wind but no rain, it would be faster to travel north by boat.
However, she should proceed slowly and avoid making any impulsive decisions, otherwise she will be entangled in trouble.
Mu Run verbally agreed, but didn't take it to heart.
After saying goodbye to Huanhuan and Tuantuan, as well as Ziwu, Hongmi, Sister Cai, and others, they rode their horses toward Chongyang Wharf.
When Yao Yao learned that Mu Run was going north to Xiangcheng, she prepared the best boat for her and arranged a boatman named Zhong Jiu.
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