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Meanwhile, on the other side...
Shen Hechuan traveled day and night for a full day and night.
His lips were dry, his skin was cracked, his brows were furrowed, and stubble had sprouted on his chin.
He looked much older and more weathered.
He originally wanted to continue walking forward, but the horse beneath him was too tired to move.
Tianji saw that the post station was not far away, and then reminded him:
"Your Highness, there is a post station ahead. Why don't we rest for a while? Otherwise, the horse won't be able to take it. Once we reach the post station, we can change horses. That way, we can go faster."
Shen Hechuan nodded noncommittally.
The group soon arrived at the post station.
While the horse was grazing, Shen Hechuan leaned against the wall and closed his eyes for a short rest.
Just then, Tianji rushed in.
"Your Highness, news has just arrived from Tiandu."
Qi County suffered a severe drought, and countless disaster victims flocked to Ji Province.
His Majesty orders you to immediately proceed to the Prefectural Governor's Office to comfort the disaster victims and do everything possible to prevent them from approaching the capital.
Upon hearing this, Shen Hechuan immediately opened his eyes.
How long until we reach the Jizhou Prefectural Governor's Mansion?
Tianji said, "At our current speed, it will take at least two days and two nights."
He nodded, stood up, and asked another question as he walked forward.
Where is Jingchun now?
Tianji paused for a moment upon hearing this.
"No news has come yet today. Yesterday's news was that Miss Gu and her party had arrived in Jizhou."
"If we get there in time, we might actually be able to catch up with Miss Gu."
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