My Princess and Crown Prince Are Revived
Chapter 293 General Lü

Chapter 293: Chapter 293 General Lü

"Father, since both of my elder sisters have someone to help them, may I choose someone to aid me?"

Just at that moment, Nan Leqin asked Nan Shi in a nervous tone.

When Nan Shi turned around, he could see Nan Leqin’s cautious gaze.

His heart ached.

It was his fault, he had neglected his other children all these years.

What fault did Qinqin have?

From her childhood, he had not spent even a single day teaching her.

The arrogance and ruthlessness she displayed were merely because she wanted attention.

Furthermore, she had never made a scene in front of him.

In his presence, she was always obedient and gentle.

Lili and Hanhan could never reach this level.

Unconsciously, Nan Shi felt a hint of resentment towards Nan Li and Chu Baihan.

Therefore, his tone softened a few degrees when he spoke to Nan Leqin, "Of course, you can. Qinqin, who would you like to help you?"

"I would like General Lun Chengran."

Nan Leqin immediately pointed to a young man standing below.

General Lun Chengran, his name was Lun Chengran.

He was a subordinate of General Shi Jing.

Although his status was not as prestigious as Shi Jing’s, at his age, he was already among the best.

Upon hearing Nan Leqin’s words, his expression changed drastically, and ecstasy appeared in his eyes.

"General Lun, are you willing?" Nan Shi asked solemnly.

"In response to Your Majesty, I am willing," Lun Chengran replied, clenching his fists and nodding quickly.

"Thank you, General Lun. There might be dangers in the forest, and just yesterday, I had someone seek a peace charm for me. I will give it to you," she said to Lun Chengran in a gentle voice.

"Your Highness, I am of lowly status, I..."

"This is a reward from the Seventh Princess to you; you should just express your gratitude," Nan Shi said sharply.

"Yes, yes, Your Majesty, I obey," Lun Chengran replied and took a deep breath, quickly walking over to Nan Leqin and then kneeling before her.

Nan Leqin took out a peace charm from her person.

She raised her hand, about to place it on him.

"Seventh, Seventh Princess, I should not, you are of noble status..." Lun Chengran tensed up again.

But Nan Leqin shook her head, "Since this is a peace charm the Princess has rewarded to you, only the Princess herself must place it upon you. This is an order from the Princess, you must not defy it."

Although her words were a threat, there was no hint of intimidation when she said them.

At this moment, there was no trace of malice in her entire being.

Lun Chengran pursed his lips, and in the end, lowered his head, "Thank, thank you, Your Highness."

Underneath his long sleeves, his fingers clenched tightly.

Only he himself knew how nervous he was now.

For he had been smitten with the Seventh Princess for many years.

Many years ago, when he was but a mere soldier who nearly lost his life, it was a single sentence from the Seventh Princess that saved him.

Since then, he had etched her words into his heart.

He climbed the ranks recklessly, hoping that one day he could ask the Emperor for permission to become a Prince Consort.

However, he later learned that the Seventh Princess also had someone she had cherished in her heart for many years, and that was General Shi Jing.

He knew he could not compare to General Shi Jing.

Thus, he buried his affection deep in his heart.

To assist Princess Nan Leqin in winning over General Shi Jing, he had specifically requested to be transferred to General Shi Jing’s camp, to become his subordinate.

Whenever there was an opportunity, he would anonymously write letters to Princess Nan Leqin, updating her on General Shi Jing’s whereabouts, preferences, and all matters concerning him.

As long as it could aid Princess Nan Leqin in finding happiness, he was willing to do anything.

However, what he hadn’t anticipated was that the very Princess Nan Leqin he so cherished would be defiled by others.

And it was the doing of the eldest Princess and General Shi Jing.

Now, General Shi Jing even wanted to marry the eldest Princess.

Couldn’t he spare a glance for Princess Nan Leqin, who was so kind and still loved him so deeply!

How could the eldest Princess compare to her?

"Deputy General Lun, you’re lost in thought."

At this moment, Nan Leqin’s gentle sentence pulled Lun Chengran back to reality.

"Pr, Princess Nan Leqin, this subordinate knows his fault, this subordinate..."

In front of the person he loved, Lun Chengran always stuttered.

"Deputy General Lun, there’s no need to be nervous, I’m not angry. How could I possibly be angry with you? After all, you’ve been wholeheartedly devoted to me." Nan Leqin said with a bitter smile.

Her expression appeared quite desolate.

Hearing her words, Lun Chengran’s heart sank slightly.

He said nervously, "Pr, Princess Nan Leqin, what do you mean by this?"

"I’ve long known that those letters were written by you. Thank you for striving so hard for my happiness. It’s just too bad that no matter how hard we try, Brother Shi Jing still won’t see my goodness."

Nan Leqin’s voice trembled, sounding as if she was about to cry.

Lun Chengran felt very distressed and said hurriedly, "Princess Nan Leqin, please don’t cry, it’s General Shi who fails to see your goodness. You’re not to blame..."

"Enough, it’s useless to say anything now. I’ve lost everything, a withered flower, a defeated willow; I can only watch as Brother Shi Jing and my royal sister love each other."

Nan Leqin spoke with sorrow.

"Princess Nan Leqin..."

Once again, Nan Leqin gave a bitter smile, "Why do vicious people get everything they want so easily? Father’s favoritism, the Crown Prince’s unique affection, and even Brother Shi Jing’s heart—it’s all reserved for her."

"Princess Nan Leqin, don’t be sad, you are the best. The eldest Princess can’t compare with you at all," Lun Chengran said, extremely eager to comfort her.

"Okay, there’s no need to console me anymore. I’ve seen through everything. Now I just want to spend more time with Father, and when the time comes, I will go to the temple to end my life with a single lamp."

Nan Leqin continued speaking in a despondent tone.

"Princess Nan Leqin..."

"Deputy General Lun, you are a good person, and you must be happy," she said.

After Nan Leqin spoke these words, she turned her head away.

Lun Chengran’s heart was exceptionally pained.

He wished he could bear all these sorrows for her.

He clenched his fists, and as he stood up, he said firmly, "Princess Nan Leqin, don’t be heartbroken, those who hurt you will definitely pay a price."

He was determined to make those who hurt her pay a price.

The eldest Princess, Shi Jing—they all had to pay!

Because they had been speaking in hushed voices, no one else present knew exactly what they had discussed.

Only a few were curious about when Deputy General Lun had become involved with Princess Nan Leqin.

But they were only momentarily perplexed and didn’t take it seriously.

After all, the current Princess Nan Leqin was considered a useless person, unworthy of attention.

Watching Lun Chengran retreat step by step, Nan Leqin hid her grief, her mouth curving into a mocking smile.

So it turned out that this fool was so easy to manipulate.

If she had known earlier, she would have used him long ago.

After all, he was one of Shi Jing’s men, a very useful one at that.

"All right, you all go on the hunting expedition into the mountains." Nan Shi’s patience was running low, and he spoke irritably.