son, don't mess around

"Go to the capital?!"

Xu Lan suddenly stopped and turned back with eyes wide open. "Going to the capital again?"

"What are you even doing there?!"

Seeing Xu Lan suddenly stop, Lin Jiangnian didn't have time to explain before he saw Xu Lan's brows wrinkled visibly, as if he thought of something, and his face changed.

"Are you going to find that woman?!"

Xu Lan gritted his teeth, glared at Lin Jiangnian, and questioned him aggressively.

Lin Jiangnian was surprised: "Which woman?"

"Which other one do you think there is?!"

Xu Lan quickly walked back to Lin Jiangnian and asked through gritted teeth, "Of course it's that vixen!"

Yes, it’s for Jinxiu again.

When Xu Lan heard that Lin Jiangnian was going to Beijing, the first thought that came to her mind was that Lin Jiangnian was going to find her.

"She's all you think about all day, isn't she?"

Lin Jiangnian said happily: "When I went to the capital, the first thing you thought of was that I was going to look for her?"

"if not?!"

Xu Lan was confident.

When she heard that Lin Jiangnian was going to the capital again, what else could she think of except this?
He had just returned from the capital half a year ago, and not long after that, he suddenly had to go to the capital again... It was a long journey, thousands of miles away, what could he do there?
All she could think of was the eldest princess and her entourage who had just returned to the capital not long ago!

What other reason could there be other than this guy being itchy after parting with that vixen and being impatient to find them?!

Thinking of this, Xu Lan was furious: "Won't you go find her?"

"These are two different things!"

Lin Jiangnian said unhappily, "I'm going to the capital to do some serious business!"

"Then I don't care!"

Xu Lan didn't want to reason with him, "I want to go with you."

He is going to the capital?
Then I have to go too.

“It really won’t work this time.”

Lin Jiangnian shook his head and refused.

"why?"

"Too dangerous!"

Now that Prince Xu's mansion was plotting a rebellion, chaos was breaking out in the capital. Although Lin Jiangnian was not worried about his own safety when he went to the capital again this time, he did not have much energy to take care of others.

It would be even more dangerous if Xu Lan followed him.

"I'm not afraid!"

Xu Lan didn't listen: "No matter how dangerous it is, I will go."

"I just promised your grandfather to bring you back safely, and you want to go back again, right?"

"Then what happened?!"

Xu Lan said confidently: "It's a good time to go back and see grandpa and brother."

In the case of the third prince's treason, the emperor spared Xu Lan's grandfather and brother for Lin Jiangnian's sake, but at the same time, they were not allowed to leave the capital.

In the name of protecting the Xu family's safety, in reality it was under house arrest.

But Xu Lan was an exception. She was able to leave the capital entirely because of Lin Jiangnian's face.

If Xu Lan went back at this time, it would be like a sheep walking into a tiger's mouth.

“It really won’t work this time.”

Facing Xu Lan's burning gaze, Lin Jiangnian shook his head: "If I have time in the future, I will take you back to the capital, but I really can't take you this time."

Hearing this, Xu Lan did not say anything, but stared at Lin Jiangnian with an increasingly resentful look.

That look was like that of a resentful woman.

"Don't look at me like that. This is not Miss Xu's character."

"Can you promise me that I won't look at you like this?"

"Even if you think of me like that, you can't agree this time."

Lin Jiangnian flatly refused: "It worked before, but it definitely won't work this time."

Xu Lan looked even more aggrieved. She pouted her lips and said nothing, but her eyes moved quietly, and no one knew what she was thinking.

"Don't even think about following me secretly this time."

Lin Jiangnian saw through her purpose at a glance. He was careless before and this girl had secretly acted without his permission, and the matter was already settled.

Lin Jiangnian will not give her another chance this time. He will definitely not take her with him when he goes to Beijing this time.

Having her thoughts exposed by Lin Jiangnian, Xu Lan immediately said angrily: "I don't care, I'm going to go."

"come over."

Lin Jiangnian suddenly waved at her.

Xu Lan's face was full of vigilance: "What do you want to do?"

Lin Jiangnian did not answer, but took a step forward. Xu Lan was startled and wanted to run away in panic. But as soon as she took a step, Lin Jiangnian pulled her back.

"You, what are you doing...let me go!"

Xu Lan's face turned red again. It was so inappropriate to hug each other in broad daylight and in public.

It's so embarrassing to be seen by others!

Lin Jiangnian didn't let her go, holding the disobedient Miss Xu in his arms: "The Xu Palace in the north has rebelled, do you know about this?"

“Know, know…”

Xu Lan blushed, and after struggling in vain, she buried her head in Lin Jiangnian's shoulder.

The news of the rebellion of Prince Xu's Mansion had spread to Chujiang City in the past two days, causing an uproar among the people. People outside were discussing this matter everywhere in the past two days, and it was hard for her not to know about it.

"The rebellion of Prince Xu's Mansion is not only related to the Daning Dynasty, but also to the fate of our Prince Lin's Mansion. This time I am going to the capital to take care of a very important matter, so I really can't take you with me."

Hearing this, Xu Lan, who was originally blushing, was stunned.

Then, there was silence.

Of course she knew that Lin Jiangnian had important business to attend to in Beijing, after all, she was not stupid. If he had no important business to attend to, why would he travel thousands of miles back?
However, when she thought about being separated from Lin Jiangnian again, she suddenly felt empty inside.

At the same time, there was an inexplicable panic and uneasiness.

As if he could see what Xu Lan was thinking, Lin Jiangnian said softly, "Don't worry, I'll be back soon this time."

"It's not far from Chujiang City to the capital. If everything goes well, you can be back in about two or three months. You and Xiaozhu will stay at the Jiang family. When I come back, I will take you back to the Lin Palace."

Listening to Lin Jiangnian's words, Xu Lan remained silent.

Two or three months?

It seems like a short time, but it still seems like a long time.

But Xu Lan also knew that this guy had made up his mind and really didn't plan to take her with him this time. After a while, she said quietly: "So, you really want to meet that vixen, right?"

Lin Jiangnian didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "Are you still thinking about her?"

"Humph!"

Xu Lan snorted lightly: "Then do you dare to swear to me that you will never go to find her?!"

Lin Jiangnian would naturally not swear: "She is the maid of the eldest princess. I will go to see the eldest princess at that time. How can I not see her?"

"Then you swear to me that you will never meet her alone in private? You will never have any physical contact with her?"

"Well, let's talk about something else?"

"Asshole, you're going to find her after all!"

Xu Lan was furious.

In Chujiang City, the situation is turbulent.

As the news of Xu Wangfu's rebellion in the north spread, it caused a huge uproar.

The spread of this news quickly overshadowed the assassination of Prince Lin a few days ago. It was rumored that Prince Xu's mansion was coming with great force, with a million soldiers, to support the third prince to go south to defend the king. When this news came out, it was explosive and instantly set off public opinion.

From the wealthy families to the common people, everyone, without exception, was discussing the matter with great relish.

At this time, few people paid attention to the Jiang Mansion and the movements of the Prince Lin.

Undercurrents were surging among the noble families in Chujiang City. After learning the news of the war in the north, they all secretly gathered together to discuss plans.

But the two families headed by the Jiang family and the Sun family remained silent.

……

"Your Highness, Princess Xu is gone."

Lin Qingqing appeared under the eaves and reported the situation in the mansion.

in the courtyard.

Lin Jiangnian was not surprised to hear the news. He sat quietly in the pavilion, rubbing his sore waist.

I've been a little tired these two days!
As for the reason, it is self-evident.

When she learned that he was going to the capital, Miss Xu was very dissatisfied and strongly expressed her dissatisfaction.

Moreover, in order to prevent Lin Jiangnian from looking for the vixen when he went to the capital, Miss Xu, in a rage, transformed herself into a female thief last night and sneaked into Lin Jiangnian's room.

After tossing and turning for almost a whole night, he was finally satisfied and limped away secretly.

When he left, he was still like a thief.

Lin Jiangnian seriously suspected that the girl was getting greedy, but she felt embarrassed and took advantage of him as a matter of course under such a reputation.

Thinking of this, Lin Jiangnian couldn't help but sigh that Miss Xu's body was still as sensitive as ever.

...the taste of a young girl!

After thinking about it for a long time, Lin Jiangnian gradually came back to his senses. He sat in the pavilion, poured a cup of tea, and then asked casually, "When did you leave?"

"last night."

Lin Qingqing stood beside the pavilion and reported, "Last night, she left the Jiang Mansion and headed north after leaving the city."

"She alone?"

"There are several maids following her."

"It's a straightforward departure."

Lin Jiangnian brought the tea and took a sip.

The woman left lightly and quietly, and she didn't even come over to say hello before leaving.

"Your Highness..."

Seeing that His Highness was indifferent, Lin Qingqing became a little anxious: "Isn't it a bit too hasty to let her go like this?"

The Xu Wang Mansion was plotting a rebellion, and this Princess Xu Wang was now a key hostage. Lin Qingqing knew very well that this woman knew many secrets of the Xu Wang Mansion. If she was left behind, she would definitely pose a threat to the Xu Wang Mansion.

"Don't worry, she will come back."

Lin Jiangnian looked calm. He did not intend to force Xu Chaoge to stay. If he did, she might stay.

But for Lin Jiangnian, this was not what he wanted to see.

Hearing this, Lin Qingqing was startled. When she looked at her own prince again, she quickly understood something.

Your Highness, are you... also in love with Princess Xu?
For a moment, Lin Qingqing's eyes were complicated.

As expected of His Highness?

only……

Is Your Highness really so confident?

Will that woman really come back?
Moreover, that woman's identity is sensitive. Once the time comes...

Lin Qingqing thought so and didn't dare to think further.

"How are the preparations going?"

Lin Jiangnian suddenly asked again.

Lin Qingqing came back to her senses and nodded: "I am ready and can leave at any time."

"There's no time to lose, let's do it tomorrow."

Lin Jiangnian planned to travel light this time when he went to the capital. He would only bring Zhiyuan, Moli, Fengling, and a few loyal elites of Lin Qingqing.

Once you are ready, you can set off.

"Keep a low profile and leave quietly this time. Make sure no one finds you."

This time when going to the capital, Lin Jiangnian does not plan to reveal his whereabouts for the time being.

Now that the situation in Chujiang City is turbulent, the appearance of Dongfang Guanshan and Wu Yue can solve bigger problems on behalf of Lin Jiangnian. But at the same time, Lin Jiangnian also intends to continue to create an illusion that he is still in Chujiang City to shock the various families and make it easier for the next action.

After Lin Qingqing left, Lin Jiangnian stood up and walked towards the backyard.

I am going to leave for Beijing tomorrow, so today I have to say goodbye to everyone in the mansion.

Although the time I spend away won’t be too long, it’s still sad to be separated from you.

Especially Xiao Zhu, she had just been separated from His Highness for such a long time and had just reunited for a short time, and now they suddenly had to separate again, so she was naturally reluctant.

Xiao Zhu's eyes were filled with tears. She curled up in Lin Jiangnian's arms, feeling wronged. "Then, Your Highness, when will you come back?"

Although she was reluctant, Xiao Zhu knew that His Highness was going to do business, so she did not stop him. She just expressed her reluctance in a wronged manner.

"It will be very quick. Once I finish my business in the capital, I will come back to take you back to the palace."

Lin Jiangnian caressed Xiaozhu's little head lovingly. This was the first little maid he met since he came to this world, and she was also the most obedient and well-behaved girl to him.

No matter how Lin Jiangnian bullied her, she would not get angry. She would occasionally have a temper, but she would be fine after a while. More importantly, under Lin Jiangnian's persistent training, the innocent and cute Xiaozhu made rapid progress, which was beyond the expectations of Lin Jiangnian, the famous teacher.

After comforting Xiao Zhu, he saw that Xiao Zhu's eyes were still slightly red, and she was reluctant to let go of his clothes. Lin Jiangnian seemed to think of something, with a half-smile on his face, and whispered something in her ear.

After hearing this, Xiao Zhu's fair face suddenly turned visibly red, and she buried her head in His Highness's arms in embarrassment.

"Your Highness, you..."

"OK?"

"it is good……"

"..."

……

The next morning.

Lin Jiangnian rubbed his waist and walked to the inner courtyard where his aunt lived.

In the yard, my aunt was sitting under the eaves with Zhiyuan, whispering something.

Today, my aunt didn't seem to be in a very good mood. She held Zhiyuan's hand reluctantly and sighed softly. On her soft and delicate face, she whispered something.

"You must be careful when you go to the capital this time. Safety is the most important thing..."

"Zhiyuan, you must keep an eye on that brat and never indulge him in his misbehavior..."

"besides……"

"Remember to keep a close eye on him and don't let him mess around with other girls again!"

When Jiang Yuxiang said this, her tone was filled with resentment, and she spoke angrily through gritted teeth.

Zhiyuan on the side listened silently and nodded in agreement.

Keep it in mind.

...(End of chapter)