Yun Chuwei was somewhat surprised by Xie Xin's sensitivity.
However, she was also happy. The path they were on was already very difficult, and it was a good thing to maintain such sensitivity.
She said, "His Majesty said he would send a few people to my side, and that I should assign them tasks. He also made it clear that these people would become the pillars of the Great Chu! Anyone who can catch His Majesty's eye is definitely not simple. I need a few people who can stand up to these people. The confidants you recently recruited are clearly not experienced enough."
Xie Xin finally understood that Yun Chuwei wanted Huo Qingjue to escort her trusted confidant back to the capital.
Looking at Yun Chuwei, she suddenly felt a pang of guilt.
They decided to take this path together, but Yun Chuwei seemed to be having a harder time.
If she and her people were more capable, why would Yun Chuwei need to plan everything herself?
Her eyes were deep, and there was a hint of seriousness in them.
She said, "After Huo Qingjue brings back the courses and books that Father Emperor studied, will you teach me?"
Yun Chuwei raised the corners of her mouth and smiled slightly: "It's all been arranged. Someone will teach you when the time comes!"
Yun Chuwei felt that, given her skill level, she was not capable of teaching anyone.
Seeing that Yun Chuwei had already made a plan, Xie Xin didn't say much, but simply assured her, "I will definitely study hard and learn as soon as possible."
Yun Chuwei shook her head, contrary to her usual behavior: "No need to rush. Take it one step at a time and move forward steadily. If you encounter setbacks, don't be discouraged. Come back slowly. After all, this road is not easy!"
Xie Xin frowned slightly, somewhat puzzled: "Are you having some kind of trouble? This doesn't sound like something you'd say!"
The Yun Chuwei she knew had always been confident and resourceful.
Yun Chuwei found it somewhat amusing.
"Why can't I say that? I just want to tell you that temporary setbacks are no big deal, and you shouldn't be discouraged! Can't I say that?"
Xie Xin pondered for a moment and then came to his senses.
Yun Chuwei had clearly anticipated something, which is why she said that to her, fearing that she wouldn't be able to handle failure!
"What did you calculate?" Xie Xin remembered that Yun Chuwei was good at divination.
Yun Chuwei shook her head: "I didn't divine about this matter. But I know His Majesty; he must have made more meticulous arrangements. Or rather, His Majesty must have arranged everything before his passing. We may not succeed, but that's not the final outcome!"
Xie Xin understood Yun Chuwei's meaning and nodded slightly: "I understand!"
After Xie Xin finished speaking, he stood up and said, "In that case, I'll just do what I'm supposed to do step by step. We'll talk about the rest after Huo Qingjue brings the things back!"
Yun Chuwei nodded.
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Yun Chuwei thought that Huo Qingjue would have no problem traveling back and forth to Gu Yinmen.
She never expected that after the people and belongings were safely escorted to Beijing, Huo Qingjue would not return with them.
The Embroidered-Clad Guard accompanying Huo Qingjue was named Wang Yulin, and he was the one who came to reply to Yun Chuwei.
He knelt before Yun Chuwei and showed her everything Huo Qingjue had asked him to escort, including the three men dressed as pageboys.
Yun Chuwei ordered people to carry the things away and put them away properly. She then instructed the steward to take the three people dressed as pageboys away and entertain them well. Finally, she looked at Wang Yulin.
"Where is Huo Qingjue?" Yun Chuwei asked.
Wang Yulin immediately kowtowed to Yun Chuwei and said, "We were being chased by what seems to be the former Crown Prince's men. General Huo led a small team to distract the pursuers in order to protect us. If it weren't for General Huo, we might not have been able to return safely. Please, Miss, save General Huo."
Yun Chuwei's expression darkened slightly, and her brows furrowed.
She stood up and said to Wang Yulin, "I will save Huo Qingjue. When you get back, spread the word immediately that Huo Qingjue is someone I value, and I will do everything I can to save him."
Upon hearing this, Wang Yulin was somewhat puzzled: "Miss, this..."
Yun Chuwei said calmly, "Let the former Crown Prince know that the living Huo Qingjue can threaten me. This can temporarily ensure Huo Qingjue's safety. I will go to the palace to see His Majesty later, partly to ask for a reward for you, and partly to request an imperial decree to rescue Huo Qingjue. Go back and wait for my news!"
Upon hearing this, Wang Yulin immediately kowtowed and expressed his gratitude.
He seemed to understand why General Huo was so loyal to the young lady.
A lord who always keeps his subordinates in mind is someone he is willing to serve.
Wang Yulin immediately said, "If His Majesty allows Miss to lead men to rescue General Huo, please take me with you. I was once the best scout in the army and am skilled in tracking!"
Yun Chuwei immediately nodded: "Okay!"
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Yun Chuwei entered the palace and soon met Emperor Tianqi.
However, Emperor Tianqi did not agree to Yun Chuwei going to save Huo Qingjue.
"Although he is a member of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, he is still a guard at heart. What master would personally go to rescue a guard? Besides, there are many things to do right now, and you still have a lot to do. Don't let a guard cause you to lose your composure!" Emperor Tianqi said to Yun Chuwei.
Yun Chuwei shook her head: "Your Majesty, I am not going there for Huo Qingjue. It is for the former Crown Prince!"
Emperor Tianqi frowned slightly, somewhat puzzled.
Yun Chuwei continued, "Your Majesty knows that you have feelings for the late Empress and that you are reluctant to kill the former Crown Prince. However, some people will only cause trouble if left alive. Some things need to be settled. It just so happens that I also have some grudges with the late Crown Prince that have not yet been settled. Why don't you allow me to go and make the trip?"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Tianqi's expression changed slightly.
He looked at Yun Chuwei and asked, "Did you figure something out?"
In order to live a little longer, Yun Chuwei has rarely consulted the oracle lately.
However, when Emperor Tianqi asked her this question, she couldn't directly say that she hadn't calculated anything.
She could only say, "His Majesty's permission to go can avoid many complications!"
After hearing this, Emperor Tianqi pondered for a moment before saying, "Alright, you can directly command Huo Qingjue's men. Also, have Xiao Wu lead a squad of soldiers with you. Remember to bring Jiang Wanqiu along!"
Yun Chuwei agreed to each and every one of them.
Before leaving, Yun Chuwei casually brought up the matter of the reward.
Emperor Tianqi couldn't help but laugh: "I know you love it when your subordinates ask for rewards. Before you even entered the palace, I had Sun Jiasheng deliver the rewards!"
"Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty!" Yun Chuwei kowtowed in gratitude.
Emperor Tianqi waved his hand: "No need! If you return safely this time, I will continue to reward them!"
Just as Yun Chuwei was about to bow in gratitude again, she heard the Emperor Tianqi's faint voice.
"However, if you do not return safely, I will have them all executed along with you!"
Yun Chuwei: ...
That's really unnecessary!
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