Just as Yun Yibo stepped onto the steps in front of the Fu Shuang Palace's sleeping quarters, Xue Deyi's red spear blocked his way.
Yun Yibo's face paled, his expression displeased, and he coldly asked, "Young man, what do you mean by this?"
"Who are you two brothers? I am the eldest grandson of the Xue family, and the current prime minister is my grandfather. I am acting on His Majesty's orders to protect the little princess's safety!"
"Where did this wild child come from? Get back at once, and I will not hurt you. But if you take another step closer, don't blame me, Xue Deyi, for injuring you with my Red Spear!" Xue Deyi shouted.
Yun Yibo was somewhat surprised. Was this the grandson of the Left Prime Minister?
He's the son of the current emperor, so when it comes to connections and family background, Yun Yibo is definitely superior.
This prince is a gentleman; I won't stoop to the level of these roughnecks wielding swords and spears.
Thinking of the refined gentlemen in the storybooks, Yun Yibo took two steps back, smiled, and slightly cupped his hands, "Ah, so it's Brother Xue. I am the eldest prince, Yun Yibo. It's a pleasure to meet you."
The eldest prince?!
Xue Deyi looked at Yun Yibo in surprise. Upon closer inspection, he realized that Yun Yibo did indeed resemble the current emperor somewhat, except that he lacked the resolute arrogance in his brows and possessed more gentleness and humility.
"Um, Your Majesty, I pay my respects." Before Xue Deyi entered the palace, the Left Chancellor Xue Guangjin had instructed him to behave and speak in accordance with the rules, and never give anyone cause for gossip.
"No need for formalities. I've come today to read a bedtime story to my younger sister," the eldest prince said, waving the storybook in his hand.
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