It was Yuan Hong, Madam Su, and Su Jiu'an who tried to stop them.
Madam Su and Su Jiu'an had already decided on the way that once they arrived in Xiaoyue, they would leave Xiao Jin in the Xiaoyue Palace to ensure her safety. If there was anything that needed to be done, they would just give the order and Xiao Jin would do it.
Unexpectedly, Su Ruojin is now going to Liuzhou, a place occupied by Bei Li and inhabited by demon soldiers. How can we let Xiaojin go on such a risk?
Su Ruojin had a headache for a moment.
Back in the Great Chu, there were many people who opposed my coming to Xiaoyue. Now that I'm here, Yuan Hong has joined the opposition.
"Mother, elder brother, Yuan Hong, nowadays, apart from Fifth Master, I am the only one who understands both Gu magic and medicine."
If I were to stay in the palace, what difference would it make from me staying in the Great Chu? Why would I have come all this way?
"Don't worry, Yanluo is here now. I will take good care of myself and I will definitely not take any risks," Su Ruojin assured her.
Yuan Hong understood Su Ruojin well and knew that once Jin-jiejie made a decision, she would definitely do it. He couldn't stop her, so he could only say to Liu Jing, "Take some men and accompany the Princess to Liuzhou."
"Yes!" Liu Jing was naturally willing. He was already moved when he saw that the Eldest Princess, who was six months pregnant, had traveled thousands of miles to come for Xiaoyue. He made a vow in his heart to protect the Eldest Princess with his life.
Thus, Madam Su and Su Jiu'an remained silent, knowing they would follow Xiao Jin wherever she went.
"Sister Jin, you've come all this way. Even if you're in a hurry to go to Liuzhou, let's wait until tomorrow. Let's rest tonight."
“Okay.” Su Ruojin had already planned to reorganize things once she arrived in Longxiao City, so she wasn’t in a hurry for just one night.
"Yuan Hong, give me your hand," Su Ruojin suddenly said.
Yuan Hong was taken aback at first, then subconsciously reached out his hand to Su Ruojin.
Su Ruojin took his pulse and frowned. "How can you have trouble sleeping at such a young age?"
In fact, she noticed Yuan Hong's dark circles as soon as they met, and taking his pulse confirmed it even more.
As if his little secret had been discovered, Yuan Hong quickly withdrew his hand. "Sister Jin, I'm fine. I've just been drinking too much tea these past few days and have had trouble sleeping."
"Really—?" Su Ruojin drawled as she looked at him.
Yuan Hong's ear tips turned red.
Having lived with Yuan Hong for so long, Su Ruojin could tell he was lying just by looking at him.
She didn't ask Yuan Hong, but looked at Liu Jing. Liu Jing, seeing the princess's gaze, subconsciously replied, "Your Highness, these past few days, court officials have been submitting memorials urging the Emperor to quickly find a way to deal with Bei Li."
Some people are even spreading rumors in private that the emperor is not the son of the late emperor, which is why this disaster has occurred...
"Liu Jing, you!" Yuan Hong glared angrily at Liu Jing.
Liu Jing quickly lowered his head, "Please forgive me, Your Majesty."
He knew that a subject should not overstep his bounds, but he felt sorry for the emperor.
After all, the emperor is still young. With the arrival of the eldest princess, she might be able to help him.
Su Ruojin understood immediately upon hearing this.
This is because someone in the court is taking advantage of Yuan Hong's young age and weak foundation.
People always say that the emperor is the supreme ruler, and his word is law.
But that was based on the premise that the emperor had a firm foothold or someone to support him; otherwise, there were many emperors in history who were sidelined or became puppets.
Yuan Hong was simple-minded and had never learned the art of being an emperor since childhood. He was essentially thrust into this position, so he was naturally somewhat inept at handling court affairs.
Seeing his sister looking at him, Yuan Hong quickly waved his hand, "Sister Jin, don't worry, I can handle it."
Su Ruojin felt a pang of heartache looking at Yuan Hong. She had once thought that little Yuan Hong would grow up carefree and do what he wanted to do, but she never expected him to shoulder the heavy responsibility of a country so early.
But since he's in this position, Yuan Hong will have to face these things sooner or later.
Su Ruojin pondered for a moment, then looked up at Su Jiu'an.
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