Cao Jiao still had the cartilage pieces on her body. She endured the pain and managed to stand up, sitting on the edge of the bed. Her voice was a little weak, but her tone was firm:
"Shu Yan is right. From what I know about my sister-in-law, she will never forgive you again. Brother, don't hesitate any longer, come with us!"
Jiang Zhixu felt a mixture of emotions, a bitter taste in his mouth. He knew their relationship was irreparable, but he was unwilling to leave without a clear explanation.
"I have to go see her. No matter what, I have to explain everything to her."
Jiang Zhixu shook his head heavily and rejected his brother and sister-in-law's proposal.
However, Jiang Wangmo objected to his decision:
"Second brother, this Jin is the emperor now. She has become cruel and ruthless. If you go to see her, you will only run into a wall and nothing good will come of it."
Jiang Zhixu was silent for a moment: "Dad, you should go with the third brother, don't go back to the hometown. Just in case, you should take grandma and the others with you, so that I can rest assured."
Jiang Zhixu distributed the roasted rabbit to everyone and said:
"I still have to ensure Xia Heng's safety. He helped us, and if Linlin takes her anger out on him, I won't be able to leave peacefully."
Jiang Shuyan frowned and looked very worried:
"Brother, it's too dangerous for you to go see her. What if she really gets angry at you..."
Jiang Zhixu patted his shoulder and said firmly, "I have made up my mind. You don't have to worry about me."
The secret guards reported that scouts from the Shangjin Kingdom were active ahead. Jiang Zhixu acted decisively, ordering Jiang Shuyan and the others to expedite their journey to the Ziling Mountains while he and the secret guards returned towards Cangwu City.
Upon returning to Cangwu City, Jiang Zhixu headed straight for the palace. The guards were shocked to see him, but they still stopped him. During the standoff, Jin Linlin learned of the situation and had him brought to the Pilgrimage Hall.
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