The Crown Prince nodded slightly and continued, "Tomorrow morning, A-Ning and I will take the photo album and send it to the capital as fast as we can to present it to Father Emperor for his perusal. As for these stolen goods, they will all be sealed and stored in the warehouse, and people will be ordered to guard them strictly to ensure that not a single item is lost, pending the imperial decree."
Rong Ning nodded gently, a hint of worry showing between her brows. "The matter in the North is of utmost urgency. I hope that Father Emperor can understand the people's plight and make a decision as soon as possible. However, there will likely be many twists and turns along the way, and some in the court may covet it and seek personal gain."
Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince's expression turned solemn, and he said in a deep voice, "The princess is right. This matter concerns the foundation of the nation and cannot be compromised. I will personally write a letter to my father, explaining the advantages and disadvantages, and striving for a swift resolution. At the same time, I will also keep a close eye on the situation in the court to prevent any unforeseen events."
Chu Pingfeng also stated, "Your Majesty, I will do my utmost to assist you and the Princess in ensuring that this stolen goods are handled without error, and await the court's orders. If anyone dares to obstruct or embezzle, I will not let them off lightly!"
Rong Ning and the Crown Prince nodded.
Chu Pingfeng did seem like someone who could get things done, and Rong Ning was willing to trust him.
She walked over and patted him on the shoulder. "Lord Chu, I believe you can achieve great things in the North. I hope that when I return to the North next time, I will see a different scene."
Chu Pingfeng replied solemnly, "Your humble servant will certainly not fail the princess's expectations!"
"Um……"
Rong Ning breathed a sigh of relief.
Since the accounts had not yet been sorted out, Rong Ning and the Crown Prince did not plan to return to the Prefectural Governor's Mansion, but instead rested in the backyard of the State Government Office.
The two found a room each, intending to rest for a while.
The prince lay on the bed, closed his eyes, but his mind involuntarily drifted to the densely packed accounts and what he had seen and heard in the city that day.
The suffering of the common people, the greed of the officials, and the old, weak, sick, and disabled soldiers who had nowhere to go all filled him with mixed feelings.
He turned over, trying to banish these thoughts, but the harder he tried, the clearer the images became.
He sighed, sat up, and stared blankly outside.
They will set off for Nanyang City tomorrow. The moment they arrive in Nanyang City, it means that a bloody battle is about to begin.
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