Ah Ying had disguised herself, so Ah Ye searched among the dowry maids for a long time but couldn't find her.
This puzzled A-Ye. Logically, A-Ying should be with the other palace maids, so why couldn't she be found?
Just then, A-Ying saw A-Ye and was startled. Logically speaking, A-Ye and Princess Zhaoqing should be sound asleep at this time and shouldn't be here.
Unless something went wrong in some part of the process.
A Ying's heart began to pound. Had His Highness's plan failed?
But His Highness didn't tell her what to do if the plan failed!
She anxiously considered how to deal with the situation, with various possible scenarios and outcomes constantly flashing through her mind.
However, no matter how hard they racked their brains, they couldn't seem to find a perfect solution.
Ultimately, she realized that running away might be the only viable option.
She carefully put down what she was holding, her movements so gentle they made almost no sound. She tiptoed, trying not to attract attention, and prepared to sneak away.
Just then, Ah Ye suddenly appeared. She hadn't found Ah Ying at first, but when she saw Ah Ying's guilty look, she immediately understood.
She strode over, grabbed Aying, and said bluntly, "His Highness wants to see you."
"Ah..." Aying exclaimed in surprise, her heart filled with panic.
"Why does Your Highness want to see me?" she asked, feigning ignorance. "Did I do something wrong?"
"Stop pretending, hurry up..." Ah Ye wasn't buying it and urged impatiently.
Helpless, Aying could only follow Aye. Along the way, she kept praying, hoping for a miracle to save her from this calamity.
They arrived at the courtyard gate. The guard glanced at them but didn't ask any questions. A-Ying was overjoyed, thinking she still had a chance to escape, but soon, A-Ye dragged her into the house.
After entering the house, Aying lowered her head and carefully observed the surroundings.
She didn't see her master, and her heart pounded with anxiety, thinking, "It's all over!"
Then, her gaze fell on Rong Yang, who was originally supposed to remain unconscious and be taken away from Kangye City by her.
She sat there steadily, looking perfectly fine.
Well… my heart, which had been hanging in suspense, has finally died.
Aying knelt down very quickly, her voice loud and clear, "This servant greets Your Highness the Princess."
At this moment, Rong Yang was carefully fixing her makeup. Upon hearing the voice, she glanced at A Ying indifferently and asked calmly, "Do you know why I summoned you?"
Aying's eyes darted left and right, her face showing fear and unease. She answered sincerely, "Your Highness, please forgive me, this servant did not know."
She could only pretend she knew nothing, after all, she was just an insignificant palace maid.
Seeing Ah Ying's reaction, Rong Yang sighed softly.
She slowly turned around, personally helped Aying up, and said softly, "Aying... I have always known that Aning will never give up easily, and she will definitely try her best to stop me from going to the marriage alliance."
But I never expected that she would be so reckless as to decide to marry in my place.
Did she tell you that after she disguised herself as me and left with the marriage procession, she would ask you to take me back to Nanyang City?
Aying's lips trembled slightly, but she did not speak.
This has been completely exposed.
Their master is so clever...
After a long while, she silently nodded in resignation.
Rong Yang smiled faintly, looking at A Ying with sincere and resolute eyes. She said, "But A Ying... if that really happens, I won't be able to live either."
“I am different from A Ning. I do not have such a strong will. If she really succeeds in the marriage in place of another, I will hate myself for being incompetent, hate everything, but I will be powerless to stop it, and eventually die of depression.”
Aying was shocked, "Your Highness..."
“Aying…” Rong Yang gently patted her hand, “Your mistress is lying in bed. Take her away, the farther the better. When she wakes up, tell her exactly what I just said.”
I also told her not to blame herself for not getting things done. It wasn't her fault or her negligence; it was just that I had been keeping an eye on her all along.
Having served the Assistant Minister of the Imperial Household Department for so many years, I have heard and seen countless methods, so how could I not see through A Ning's little schemes?
Therefore, no matter how meticulous her plan is, she cannot take me away.
Unlike me, she is a soaring eagle with many things she could do. It's such a pity that she went to the Great Jing Dynasty to marry into the imperial family and disappeared within the high palace walls.
"Aying...you must tell her not to dwell on the resentment and sorrow of my departure to Dajing for a political marriage. Even if I am not here, she must live well. Not only must she live well, but she must also make a name for herself."
Her voice was soft yet firm, as if carrying endless expectations and blessings.
“At present, the Great Jing is short of generals. There are very few generals with status and position who can command the troops.”
She paused, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination.
“Apart from being a woman, no one can match A Ning in any other aspect.”
The Ah Ning I know will never admit defeat, and I believe that one day, Ah Ning will gain a foothold in the Southern Dynasty through her own abilities.
Her tone was full of trust and pride, as if she had absolute confidence in A Ning.
Her Ah Ning... there's only so much she's ever cared about.
Once she leaves, only her eldest brother will remain someone she cares about. Then, she won't have so many worries about what she wants to do.
Aying nodded silently. She knew that her mistress wanted to fight on the battlefield. This was her mistress's wish and Princess Zhaoqing's expectation of her.
She will definitely convey these words to her mistress, letting her know that even though they are thousands of miles apart, their hearts are still closely connected.
Rong Yang nodded slightly, lowering her head even further to try and calm her inner turmoil and unease.
After her emotions had calmed down a bit, she raised her head and slowly said, "That's enough... I won't say any more. You should go and keep your master company."
The courtyard is heavily guarded right now. If you take her away rashly, it will definitely arouse suspicion from others.
Wait until the marriage procession leaves the post station before taking her away.
Remember what I told you, and... take good care of your mistress, don't let her do anything foolish again.
After saying that, she sighed softly, her eyes revealing a hint of helplessness and reluctance.
After hearing so much from her, Aying felt a lump in her throat and kowtowed deeply, saying, "This servant will obey the princess's orders and will certainly take good care of my mistress."
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