An Er: "Third Prince... Master is very handsome, highly skilled in martial arts, and possesses both literary and martial talents; he is unparalleled in the world..."
An Er said with a look of admiration.
Mu Qing: "That's right, that's right..."
An Yi: "Young Master Mu, where are we going?"
Mu Qing: "Uh... I just wandered around randomly. I wanted to go to the Jiangnan area."
An Yi: "Jiangnan is very far away. It takes a month to get there by water along the river and two months by land."
Mu Qing: "Then let's go by water. I'll trouble you two brothers to help with the arrangements."
An Yi: "No, no, young master, you're too kind."
An Er: "Of course, don't worry, we've got it covered."
After traveling for two days, Murong Yu and his party arrived in the capital. This time, Murong Yu returned to the capital privately. On the night of his arrival, under the cover of darkness, he secretly sneaked into the Crown Prince's residence alone.
Crown Prince's Residence in the Capital
After climbing over the outer wall of the side gate of the Crown Prince's residence, Murong Yu easily found the Crown Prince's bedroom in the front courtyard.
A pale yellow light emanated from the room. Murong Yu, dressed in black, hid in the branches of a large tree in the main courtyard. Taking advantage of the absence of anyone, he climbed through the window and entered the Crown Prince's room.
The Crown Prince was alone in his room. He was wearing a white undergarment, leaning against the bed, covered with a light yellow quilt, and flipping through a book in his hand. The candlelight illuminated his slightly thin face, making him look somewhat weak.
He didn't panic at all when he sensed someone coming in. He calmly put down the book in his hand and looked up at the window.
Murong Yu reached out and closed the window, then turned to look at the much thinner-looking Crown Prince.
Murong Yu broke the silence first, asking, "Why isn't brother in bed so late?"
Murong Zhi: "I slept too much during the day, so I can't fall asleep."
Murong Yu: "Divine Physician Valley, the Valley Divine Physician sent a message saying that you have been poisoned, and my brother has lost a lot of weight. What happened to the poisoning?"
Murong Zhi: "My third brother came back specifically for this reason. Generals and commanders are most wary of coming to the capital without being summoned. Father is getting old, and his suspicions are becoming more and more serious."
"I'm fine. I'm much better after taking the medicine prescribed by Doctor Gu. If you sneak back, someone with ulterior motives might take advantage of you and cause trouble. You've already seen the person. Go back to the Northwest first thing tomorrow morning."
Murong Yu said with a worried look, "My brother's poison has not been cured. I am really worried about leaving you alone in the capital."
Murong Zhi: "I'm fine. Doctor Gu is already researching the antidote. Aren't you worried about Doctor Gu's medical skills and character?"
Murong Yu was silent for a moment before saying, "Alright, I'll go back first thing tomorrow morning."
"The people from the Dark Pavilion, An Yi and An Er, have been sent out," he paused, feeling inexplicably guilty.
"The third, fourth, and tenth men will remain under your command. Do not refuse. The situation in the Northwest is now stable. Before long, the Northwest King will send someone to sign a ceasefire agreement. At that time, the army will also return to the capital. If all goes well, I will be able to return openly within a few months to half a year."
Murong Zhi: "Okay."
Murong Yu: "Stop looking and go to sleep early. If it weren't for my brother's great talent for governing the country and his concern for the world, and the fact that he is in the royal family and has no choice in his own life, I would rather my family live peacefully. As long as my brother and mother are safe and well, that's enough."
Murong Zhi chuckled: "Silly third brother, you're talking nonsense. Only when the country is stable and secure can the people live and work in peace. If the country is not stable, where is the family?"
"Go back without worry. The Empress Dowager is doing well in the palace, and I am fine too. Don't worry."
Murong Yu: "Alright, I'll listen to my elder brother. I'll always support you."
The two brothers talked for an hour, and then Murong Yu left the capital overnight and set off back to the Northwest.
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