Yun Duoduo raised an eyebrow at Jin Jinzhi, who helplessly poked Yun Duoduo's head.
That girl is incredibly clever.
What else do you have that I don't know about?
Every time he meets Yun Duoduo, she brings him unexpected surprises.
He originally intended to kill this man, but now it seems he won't live much longer.
...
As night fell, Jin Jinzhi left Cuixiang Tower with Yun Duoduo.
"Brother Jinzhi, what do you think? Isn't my method pretty good?"
The clouds held their heads high, seeking praise.
Jin Jinzhi took out a jade pendant from her bosom and placed it in Yun Duoduo's hand: "This is ice jade produced in the Northern Frontier. Wearing it in the summer can repel mosquitoes and keep you cool all over."
[This reward is pretty good!]
"There are such good things?"
Yun Duoduo held the jade pendant in her hand; it was indeed icy cold.
"The inn is just ahead, let's go take a look."
Yun Duoduo held Jin Jinzhi's hand and walked forward.
The inn is called Penglai Inn. The counter and chairs inside are arranged very elegantly. The dark gray willow wood tables and chairs are coated with wax and look very warm under the candlelight.
On the table were pale yellow chrysanthemums and water-white daffodils, the chairs were carved with exquisite patterns, and a layer of light green gauze hung on the bamboo window, exuding a gentle and delicate feeling everywhere.
The female shopkeeper wore a lotus-patterned dress with a slender figure, a jade hairpin, a small face, and gentle eyes that seemed to drip water. Her thick, long eyelashes drooped slightly, and her thin lips were slightly pursed. When she smiled, she was like a crescent moon, captivating and enchanting.
The female innkeeper warmly greeted Yun Duoduo and Jin Jinzhi: "Welcome, esteemed guests! How many of you are there?"
What a beautiful lady!
Yun Duoduo looked at the beauty and exclaimed inwardly.
"Just the two of us."
"And me too!"
Suddenly, a person appeared behind the two of them.
Yun Duoduo turned around and saw it was Military Advisor Cao. She couldn't help but wonder, "Where did this guy come from?!"
Military Advisor Cao was out of breath and covered in sweat from running.
“We’re all staying here, so let’s get a few of the best rooms.”
Jin Jinzhi stepped forward and talked with the landlady, then took out her money pouch from her pocket and paid for the room.
"Please come upstairs, esteemed guests. The rooms upstairs are all private."
The innkeeper warmly invited the group to go upstairs.
"Your Highness, how did you arrive so quickly? By the time I got there, the person was already dead, and the manner of their death was utterly gruesome!"
Cao Canjun recalled the scene he saw when he arrived, and a chill ran down his spine.
Jin Jinzhi's gaze fell on Yun Duoduo as if unintentionally.
Military Advisor Cao stared at Yun Duoduo, his eyes suddenly widening, his hand trembling slightly as he pointed at her: "This, this, this... could it be that the little princess did this?"
After the innkeepers left, Military Advisor Cao whispered a question in Jin Jinzhi's ear.
Jin Jinzhi did not deny it, and Cao Canjun felt as if he had been struck by lightning.
As expected, the royal family is indeed extraordinary!
He silently took two steps back, distancing himself from Yun Duoduo.
...
Yun Duoduo occupies a room by herself, while Jin Jinzhi and Cao Canjun share a room; the two rooms are next to each other.
Yun Duoduo went into the room and ordered a plate of braised beef, a bowl of rice, a plate of green vegetables, a bowl of mung bean soup, and a pot of hot water.
After a simple meal of beef and vegetables to fill her stomach, Yun Duoduo rinsed her mouth, washed her face, and then lay down on the bed, pulling down the light pink gauze curtains hanging on the bed.
Although there are no mosquitoes now and there is no need to hang a mosquito net, pulling it up makes Yun Duoduo feel inexplicably at ease, as if she is being protected in a box.
The bamboo bed emitted a faint fragrance, and smelling the aroma, she soon drifted off to sleep.
As Yun Duoduo was sleeping, she suddenly heard voices.
Annoyed at being woken up, she slammed her hand on the wall. "How can the soundproofing be so bad?!"
She kicked the blanket in frustration and turned over to go back to sleep, but the talking next door didn't stop.
"Boss, please eat something!"
"I've already sent my men and brothers to look for it."
A sigh came from next door.
"Ninth Sister, it's all Third Brother's fault..."
"Third Brother shouldn't have eaten that stuff of unknown origin..."
"Ninth Sister, where are you? You can't be in any danger..."
[Ninth Sister, Third Brother...]
[Third brother, does that sound like your voice?]
Yun Duoduo was wide awake. She sat up abruptly, got out of bed, pressed the shutter button, and followed the sound to open the door to the next room.
Upon seeing who was inside, she exclaimed in surprise, "Third, Third Brother!"
"Ninth Sister!"
Yun Yishu seemed unable to believe his eyes, and he suddenly ran over and hugged Yun Duoduo.
"It's all Third Brother's fault..."
"I'm glad you're alright."
Yun Duoduo looked at Yun Yishu, who looked extremely haggard. It had only been a day since she last saw him, how could her third brother have become so disheveled?
"Good, good, it's good that the young master is back safe and sound."
Chu Dunshi nodded with satisfaction.
"Duoduo, were you bullied?"
Ah Xiang and Liao Ziwan walked over and looked Yun Duoduo up and down. Only after confirming that she was not injured did they feel relieved.
"Ninth Sister, what brings you here?"
Yun Duoduo sat down and briefly explained the situation to the group.
Jin Jinzhi heard the commotion and came over to see what was happening. He was about to bow when he noticed the stranger in the room, so he nodded slightly.
When Yun Yishu saw him coming, she came out.
Jin Jinzhi cupped her hands slightly, "I'll leave Duoduo to Your Highness. There are still some matters His Majesty instructed me to handle."
Yun Yishu nodded: "Don't worry, you can focus on handling things and leave the rest to me."
...
Inside the Zichen Palace, General Jin was discussing state affairs with Yun Beiye.
After discussing the important matters, Yun Beiye thought of Jin Jinzhi.
"Your son is truly remarkable. He governed the northern frontier very well when he was there."
Yun Beiye took out a few memorials and flipped through them casually, then took out a few letters and handed them to General Jin.
“Now, he has handled the tasks I have assigned him cleanly and efficiently.”
"The remnants of Tan Biao's faction must be thoroughly cleaned up; otherwise, I will not feel at ease!"
"It's all because His Majesty is willing to give him opportunities. What can a mere boy accomplish?"
General Jin shook his head and waved his hands repeatedly.
“Hey, Minister Jin, there’s no need to be so self-deprecating.”
Yun Beiye took a sip of tea, and Zhao Zhongquan, seeing that Yun Beiye's teacup was empty, quickly poured him another cup.
"By the way, Sumire is seventeen years old now."
Yun Beiye looked out the window, seemingly lamenting the fleeting nature of time.
General Jin nodded: "Yes, time really flies. It seems like only yesterday that Jinzhi was ten years old when she first came to the capital. Now, seven years have passed."
"Jin Zhi, do you have any potential marriage partners in mind?"
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