My Princess and Crown Prince Are Revived
Chapter 128 Nan Xing in Danger

Chapter 128: Chapter 128 Nan Xing in Danger

"Crown Prince, you also wish to go to Jiangnan?"

Yan Tian’s probing gaze fell on Yan Xiao.

No one knew what the Emperor was thinking at this moment.

Yet Yan Xiao’s expression remained exceedingly calm as he slowly spoke, "Father Emperor, the people are the foundation of the state. Now that Jiangnan is struck by disaster and the people are suffering, I, as the Crown Prince, ought to lend a hand."

Although the ministers who supported him couldn’t fathom why he’d volunteer for this thankless and arduous task, they quickly stepped forward to echo his sentiment.

"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince has a heart that sympathizes with the people. We admire it immensely," they said.

"Your Majesty, with the Crown Prince and the Princess going to Jiangnan, we believe that this disaster will be resolved as soon as possible."

"..."

Yan Tian’s eyes narrowed slightly, a hint of emotion flickering in them.

Suddenly, he glanced at Chu Baihan and then asked, "Princess, what do you think?"

"Father Emperor, I am also willing to go to Jiangnan for disaster relief," she replied.

It was at this moment that Yan Lin stood out.

Yan Tian’s gaze immediately shifted from Chu Baihan to Yan Lin.

He snorted coldly and then said, "After so many years, it’s still the first time I’ve seen you this enthusiastic, Eighth Brother."

Yan Lian, standing at the back, felt his scalp tingle upon hearing this.

It’s over; the Father Emperor will definitely become suspicious of Eighth Brother again, thinking he has ulterior motives.

It was true; someone who had been silent for nearly six years and now suddenly showed such eagerness would naturally invite the Father Emperor’s suspicion with his distrustful nature.

"Princess, you haven’t answered me yet," said the Emperor.

Ignoring Yan Lin’s words, Yan Tian continued to question Chu Baihan.

Chu Baihan slightly lowered her eyes, her mind becoming clear.

The Emperor appeared to be asking for her opinion, but in reality, he was testing her.

Her choice would undoubtedly signify taking sides.

After that, the Emperor would become suspicious of her and even of Nanduan Kingdom.

Dealing with such an Emperor, the people of Yan Country truly had it difficult. She found this bitterly ironic in her heart.

Her cool gaze swept over Yan Xiao and Yan Lin.

She intended not to choose either of them. Setting aside personal grudges, just the Emperor’s attempt at probing meant that he did not wish for these Princes to get too close to her.

What about the Third Prince?

Chu Baihan slightly opened her mouth, intending to say she chose the Third Prince to accompany her.

But as the words reached the tip of her tongue, she suddenly remembered...

Going for disaster relief was an unrewarding task. As a Princess of a different surname, if the relief efforts fell short, the Emperor wouldn’t be in a position to blame her.

But the Prince who went with her might not be so fortunate.

The Third Prince had once helped Doctor Wu; she couldn’t harm him.

So she immediately said, "Your Majesty, Baihan feels... the Eldest Prince would be quite suitable."

Yan Chen, the Eldest Prince who had been aloof and indifferent, suddenly froze when he heard Chu Baihan’s words, his expression turning to annoyance.

He had no desire to take on this hot potato.

But Yan Tian thought the idea was excellent.

Compared to Yan Xiao and Yan Lin, Yan Chen was much easier to control, so he immediately ordered in a deep voice, "Very well, let Yan Chen and the Princess go to Jiangnan together. Is the Minister of Revenue present?"

"Your servant is here," an elderly minister quickly knelt down.

"Prepare the relief supplies, and escort Yan Chen and the Princess to depart tomorrow," Yan Tian commanded in a cold voice.

Tomorrow?

So soon?

At these words, everyone’s complexion changed.

Chu Baihan’s brows furrowed slightly.

But she soon understood the reason behind the Emperor’s action.

Grand Ancestor was considered a wise monarch in his time, during which disasters were rare, the people lived in peace and happiness, and the country was strong.

Because of what Grand Ancestor achieved, the people of Yan Country had high hopes for Yan Tian as well.

But his abilities were nowhere near those of the Grand Ancestor...

As a result, his prestige among the people had been extremely low over the years.

Jiangnan, known for its waters, experiencing a drought disaster is simply an absurd fairy tale!

But the common folk won’t consider all that, they must feel the court is incompetent, the Emperor has sinned, and that’s why Heaven is punishing the people.

Therefore, the court needs to provide relief for the disaster as quickly as possible, to salvage Yan Tian’s reputation.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

"Yes, Father Emperor."

The crowd responded, each with their own thoughts.

Seeing that Yan Tian was letting them leave, Chu Baihan did not stay for a moment longer and immediately turned to leave.

After all...

Nan Xing was still in danger.

Stepping outside, Chu Baihan turned back, a dagger landing in the palm of her hand, which she then pressed against Yan Xiao, who was following her.

"Crown Prince, where exactly have you hidden this princess’s maid?" she asked coldly.

"Didn’t Princess already send Su Xiang to look for her? What, they haven’t found her?"

Yan Xiao curled his lips, smiling unhurriedly.

When those fox-like slender eyes narrowed slightly, it seemed as if everything was under his strategical control.

His words caused Chu Baihan’s expression to cool gradually.

"Crown Prince, this princess’s dagger won’t listen to reason," Chu Baihan continued to threaten coldly.

But Yan Xiao still was not in a hurry.

He glanced at the dagger, half hidden by the long sleeve, then leaned in slightly and said with a light laugh to Chu Baihan, "Princess, do you know why some animals in the jungle live long lives? It’s because they never bare their claws at creatures stronger than themselves..."

"If you hurt this royal person, the price you’ll pay won’t be small."

Having said that, he straightened his body and then used his hand to push Chu Baihan’s dagger back.

"Since Princess does not wish for this royal’s company on the trip to Jiangnan, then I wish you all the best, a smooth journey."

Yan Xiao said this with a meaningful tone.

After finishing speaking, he left directly.

Chu Baihan was clearly filled with anger, yet she had to restrain it.

Yes, this place is the Imperial Palace of Yan Country, where she is that "weaker" animal.

Taking a deep breath, she could only temporarily keep her temper in check and then hurried to find someone.

Yan Lin came out and could not find her immediately, his eyes darkening.

"Has Ziyi returned?" he asked Ziwu with a heavy voice.

"Reporting to the Prince, not yet," Ziwu quickly shook his head.

That probably meant Nan Xing was in trouble.

"Send someone to search the palace in secret," Yan Lin immediately ordered in a cold voice.

"Yes, Prince!"

...

Although the ennobled Prince had his own residence outside the palace, they still had their own quarters within it.

Presently, in Yan Jin’s palace.

After being brutally beaten by Nan Xing, he could only lie in bed to nurse his wounds.

It was outrageous that a palace maid had injured a mighty Prince, and he couldn’t even openly seek retribution. Otherwise, if the Emperor found out, his crimes would be compounded.

But he could not swallow his pride and was raging silently.

"Have you not found that wretch yet?"

He turned his head, angrily questioning his guard.

"Replying to the Prince, we’ve been searching the Imperial Palace in secret as per your description, but everyone says they haven’t seen such a palace maid," the guard replied, steeling himself.

"Useless, all of you are useless! You can’t even find one person!"

Yan Jin furiously threw his pillow at them.

The guard bowed his head, not daring to make a sound.

"I will catch that wretch myself, I want to torture her to death!"

Yan Jin was so angry that he was about to get out of bed.

"Prince, you mustn’t!"