That night, Chen Siyuan lay on the straw pile covered with Qiao Yuchen's clothes.
They traveled together, and apart from the two maids who accompanied them at the beginning, they were separated halfway through the journey.
Chunlan took her place, riding conspicuously in a carriage, drawing most people's attention.
Chen Siyuan followed Qiao Yuchen down a small path.
It was relatively quiet at first, but as they approached the capital, things became more lively.
It seems they discovered that the group was probably a fake.
The truth and the falsehood were mixed up, but at least we were safe halfway there.
Chen Siyuan was thinking, her mind was very tired, and she fell asleep without realizing it.
At that moment, she still couldn't hear Qiao Yuchen's voice.
She knew that the closer they got to the capital, the busier people would become.
A man may seem unreliable most of the time, but when it really matters, he can shoulder the responsibility.
As a man, he's not bad.
Despite their different experiences, Qiao Yuchen was someone who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals. Even after becoming the Ghost-Faced General, he still maintained this style, caring only about the result and not the process.
He doesn't give face to anyone in many matters.
This must be the origin of the Ghost-Faced General.
Thinking of this, even though she was sleeping in a simple place, Chen Siyuan could still have a slight smile on her lips.
Chen Siyuan slept soundly that night, and when she opened her eyes, it was already dawn.
Qiao Yuchen and the others are ready.
When I left the dilapidated temple, I noticed that it was different from when I came in last night; it seemed much cleaner than last night.
Without thinking much, she got into the carriage with Qiao Yuchen.
The carriage swayed and rattled along the way towards the capital.
This half-day journey was much safer than yesterday's.
We finally arrived at the gates of the capital.
Chen Siyuan was the only one in the carriage; Qiao Yuchen was busy driving the carriage outside.
Chen Siyuan didn't know where the people on the road had gone, but they must have had important things to do.
As the carriage entered the city, she heard lively sounds outside, lifted the curtain, and looked out.
As she looked, she seemed to see her busy figure in the capital city in her past life.
It seems that I can see myself being suppressed and looked down upon everywhere, and sometimes I have to endure even when I am wronged.
Memories from her previous life surfaced in her mind, and she became depressed.
Once inside the city gate, the number of carriages increased, and everything around us transformed from the merchants at the beginning to the magnificent city walls that now stand tall and imposing, with the blue stone walls on both sides stretching out as far as the eye can see.
The armored soldiers of the Military Command patrolled back and forth on the city wall, displaying a chilling and desolate air befitting the emperor's presence.
Chen Siyuan took a deep breath, and everything in front of her clearly told her everything that had appeared in her mind countless times.
"What are you thinking about?" Qiao Yuchen turned his head and asked.
Chen Siyuan quickly snapped out of her reverie and exclaimed, "It really is the capital city, magnificent and splendid!" Even more people died beneath this city gate.
"Don't worry, you'll know when the people from the General's Mansion arrive."
"Someone else is coming to pick you up?" Even you've become a driver now, is there some other surprise?
In Nancheng, given Qiao Yuchen's status, few dared to stand up for him. In the capital, under the emperor's nose, even in the current chaos, no one dared to say anything, considering he was the second young master whom they had just recognized. And to bring him here so soon after the eldest young master's death—it was obvious things weren't going to turn out well.
Having experienced the events of her previous life, Chen Siyuan knew about the conspiracies and traps hidden beneath the seemingly peaceful surface of the capital. When she returned to the capital, she had no time for such things.
She knew that her true self was about to begin.
The question is, who will be the first to fight?
Thinking to herself, upon hearing the rumors outside, Chen Siyuan suddenly looked at Qiao Yuchen.
Could this be a surprise he's given himself?
Qiao Yuchen raised an eyebrow and smiled, then quickly climbed into the carriage.
The carriage continued forward, and Chen Siyuan could sense that the driver had changed.
The crux of the matter is what's being said outside...
"Have you heard? Princess Qiya is getting married."
"Is that Young Master Tao?"
"no."
Who is that?
"I don't know. I heard that the imperial decree has been issued, and Princess Qiya has refused the marriage. She is now under house arrest."
"How is this possible? That's Princess Qiya!"
"After all, she's a princess from another family. She dares to disobey the old emperor's decree; I think it's..."
"Is this all?" Chen Siyuan asked Qiao Yuchen.
"Hmm." He had said everything he needed to say, but the woman didn't seem to react at all.
When others heard that Princess Qi Ya was getting married, the first person they thought of was Tao Yifan. Did her expression mean she cared or not?
Or perhaps you didn't hear me clearly?
Qiao Yuchen thought that it was still a bit far to get to the Qiao family home, so he wondered if he should come again.
The old emperor was seriously ill and issued an edict for Princess Qiya to marry. At this time, Princess Qiya refused the marriage. This matter seemed simple, but it was actually quite difficult to carry out.
Qiao Yuchen wasn't even in the capital, but he used a single method to directly push the Third Prince and the others into a trap. This was no small matter.
Now that the old emperor's condition has worsened due to anger, it seems that those who support the third prince are somewhat wary. He took the opportunity to trick Tao Yifan, which he found quite satisfying.
Tao Yifan, we didn't deal with you in Nancheng, but you rushed to the capital. This is like a lamb entering a tiger's den.
He knew that at the crucial moment, the Third Prince wouldn't cut off his own hands and feet; he would definitely protect Tao Yifan. Princess Qiya had been arrogant for so many years, and finally, her marriage was coming to fruition. Naturally, she wanted to marry Tao Yifan. After the Third Prince switched the bride, Princess Qiya would inevitably cause a scene, and then the old emperor would...
One thing leads to another; when he was intercepted on the road, he took the opportunity to deal with the other person, and it felt really good.
"I thought you were something special, but it turns out that's all you've got."
Just as he was feeling smug, upon hearing the woman's words, Qiao Yuchen, in an effort to save face, said, "How about I go to the palace and kill Princess Qiya, then say it was suicide?"
"Hehe—" Chen Siyuan sneered.
Many people in the capital have thought about this, but how many of them are actually telling the truth by saying it so openly?
Besides, Princess Qiya lives in the palace. Does Qiao Yuchen really think he can cause trouble in the palace?
"Don't disbelieve me, you'll hear it soon enough."
"good."
"You believe it?"
"I naturally believe what you say," Chen Siyuan said dismissively.
Qiao Yuchen didn't dwell on the matter and instead said, "After we settle in, I'll show you around Beijing."
Chen Siyuan nodded, but felt a little uneasy.
In her past life, she relied on the Tao family, but they were a small, insignificant family who dealt with the noble ladies of the inner court. Now that she was about to enter the General's Mansion, she didn't know much about what was happening inside. It seemed that Qiao Yuchen's identity was somewhat awkward.
She had a long and uncomfortable period, and there was still a possibility that...
She needs to be careful; surviving will be a nerve-wracking experience.
The carriage moved slowly, and gradually Chen Siyuan heard the sounds outside seem to disappear.
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