Power ministers always make things difficult for me

Chapter 168, a strangely familiar feeling.
Since you're one of Jiang Mingcang's men, once he runs into you, don't think you can leave so easily.

As the group approached, Jiang Fengchuan leisurely rode forward, blocking the road, his sharp gaze shifting to the leading member of the Imperial Guard.

The Imperial Guards, who were acquainted with the imperial court, naturally recognized Jiang Fengchuan and knew he was an enemy. They sensed something was wrong and tried to turn their horses around, but it was too late.

"Uu——!"

The three stopped in front of Jiang Fengchuan, exchanged glances, and then bowed their heads in greeting: "Greetings, Regent."

Today, things are likely to go wrong.

Jiang Fengchuan glanced at the woman on horseback who was barely alive, and slowly opened his thin lips: "Leave her here, and you can leave."

He wanted to see who could make Jiang Mingcang mobilize such a large force, even sending out the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

The Imperial Guards were naturally unwilling to hand the man over; he was someone His Majesty wanted, and if he were lost, they would suffer greatly.

Although the three of them working together could easily defeat him, how could they dare to kill him? The person before them was the Regent.

Although he is His Majesty's enemy, he cannot be killed so easily.

Moreover... the Regent's men are everywhere within the Martial Gate.

"This man is what His Majesty desires. I beg Regent not to make things difficult for me. If His Majesty is angered, has Regent considered the consequences?"

Jiang Fengchuan found it somewhat amusing; was this person trying to intimidate him by using Jiang Mingcang?

He dared to seize the throne, so why would he be afraid of Jiang Mingcang?

The next second, Jiang Fengchuan leaped off his horse, kicked the leading Imperial Guard off the horse in mid-air, and then grabbed the reins of the horse, landing steadily on the ground.

He led the horse behind him, along with the woman on its back: "Go back and tell Jiang Mingcang that I have taken this person away. If he wants her, he should come to the Martial Gate in person."

The Imperial Guards were somewhat unconvinced. Their gazes darted back and forth between the woman and Jiang Fengchuan several times before they had no choice but to grit their teeth and give up.

"withdraw!"

……

At night, Bai Jinzhen woke up in a daze, feeling a splitting headache.

After meeting Pei Qi at the Prince of Xiaoyao's mansion that day, she was hidden in a residence under the name of Jade Face Manor. She thought she could see her son safely, but those people dared to break into Jade Face Manor and even drugged and tied her up.

Bai Jinzhen looked around. The environment before her was luxurious, and the jade decorations were all made of the finest materials. In this way, she didn't look like she had been kidnapped.

Could it be that she was rescued?

Hearing the slight movement inside, the maid outside the bedroom lifted the beaded curtain and came in. She immediately saw Bai Jinzhen groping to get out of bed and quickly went over to help her up: "Madam, you're awake? The Prince has ordered that you be taken to see him as soon as you wake up. Shall we go with this servant now?"

"Your Highness?" Bai Jinzhen asked, puzzled. "Could it be the Carefree Prince?"

Besides Jiang Lingfeng, which prince would save her?

If it really is her, then all of this makes sense.

The maid smiled but did not answer her question directly. Instead, she led her out without saying a word: "You'll know when you get there, Madam. Don't keep the Prince waiting."

Bai Jinzhen nodded, stood up while holding onto the edge of the bed, suppressed a feeling of weakness, and slowly walked towards the door.

Regardless of who that prince is, he did save her and meant her no harm. When they meet, she will definitely thank him properly.

Inside the main hall, Jiang Fengchuan was wiping his weapons, seemingly oblivious to the noise coming from outside the door. Only when the maid brought Bai Jinzhen to kneel before him did Jiang Fengchuan raise his eyes and turn his gaze to Bai Jinzhen.

She was now somewhat different from her previous lifeless state on horseback, having regained some vitality, though her face remained pale. However, she was now able to clearly see the woman's appearance.

For some reason, it feels familiar, as if I've seen it somewhere before.

Can't remember.

Realizing that the person before her was not Jiang Lingfeng, Bai Jinzhen became more reserved, kneeling on the ground without daring to raise her head, only managing to utter, "This humble woman thanks you..."

"unnecessary."

Bai Jinzhen was about to speak when Jiang Fengchuan interrupted him, throwing away his weapon, standing up, and walking down two steps, clearly not wanting to hear any polite words of thanks.

He saved the woman simply because she was the one Jiang Mingcang wanted.

He wouldn't bother with anyone else.

But...where exactly did he see this woman before?

Jiang Fengchuan squatted down in front of Bai Jinzhen, grabbed her chin, and forced her to look up at him. He examined her face with great interest: "Have I seen you somewhere before?"

Bai Jinzhen then saw Jiang Fengchuan's appearance clearly. The undisguised ferocity on his face replaced his bright eyes. Even with such an overly handsome face, people would instinctively stay away.

It turns out that "fierce and evil spirits" does not refer to people with ugly appearances.

But... just as Jiang Fengchuan said, she also felt that he was very familiar, so much so that she overlooked his foul aura.

As if possessed, Bai Jinzhen's hand unconsciously touched his face, and even though his cheek was pinched painfully, he was not afraid.

Jiang Fengchuan was also taken aback. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught sight of the rough hand touching his face. He, who was usually aloof from strangers, did not feel any resistance.

Even the maid who brought Bai Jinzhen over couldn't help but be surprised.

When Bai Jinzhen realized what had happened, she hurriedly withdrew her hand and apologized for her offense: "Your Highness, I was really overstepping my bounds just now, please don't blame me!"

Jiang Fengchuan also realized what was happening, a strange glint flashing in his eyes. He released his grip on Bai Jinzhen and stood up: "Answer my question, who exactly are you?"

"This humble woman..."

Bai Jinzhen paused, remembering Jiang Lingfeng's words that she should not reveal her identity to anyone, so she chose to keep it a secret.

Even though the person in front of her had saved her life.

"I am a servant of the Prince Xiaoyao's mansion. I have always worked diligently and honestly in the mansion. I don't know why I was targeted by those people."

"The Carefree Prince's Mansion?" Jiang Fengchuan raised an eyebrow, looked Bai Jinzhen up and down, and pondered for a moment.

This woman didn't seem to know anything; her behavior revealed timidity, and she resembled a servant.

Was Jiang Mingcang just randomly grabbing someone to question? Or was this woman lying to him?

Jiang Fengchuan's eyes flashed with a cold light. He suddenly grabbed the long knife he had just wiped and decisively held it to Bai Jinzhen's neck, startling Bai Jinzhen so much that his body trembled and his face turned deathly pale.

"Are you truly a servant of the Prince of Xiaoyao's mansion, without the slightest concealment? If I discover you're lying, you know what will happen!"

Bai Jinzhen quickly shook her head: "It was Your Highness who saved me. I am so grateful to Your Highness, how could I dare to lie to you!"

"You'd better do that." Jiang Fengchuan sheathed his sword, turned around and lay back on the bench, propping his head up with one hand and slowly closing his eyes: "Jiang Lingfeng is not in the capital for the time being, so you will stay here with me and serve him. When he returns to the capital, he will take you back with him."

Regardless, he decided to keep the woman for now, and whether she would be of any use would have to wait until Rong Qin returned.