My Princess and Crown Prince Are Revived
Chapter 398 The Imperial Brother Has Arrived

Chapter 398: Chapter 398 The Imperial Brother Has Arrived

Night.

Candlelight crisscrossed.

The Zhu Residence was bustling with activity.

Lu Chen’an and the people from Dongli Country were seated opposite.

On this side, Chu Baihan picked up the teacup, took a sip, and then asked Nan Xing behind her, "Have they taken any action?"

"Although we have already leaked the location where Dongli Honglang is detained, they don’t seem to have any plans to make a move. It looks like they really intend to make peace with us."

Nan Xing replied in a low voice.

"Is that so?"

Chu Baihan took another sip of tea, concealing the coldness in her eyes.

To liven up the atmosphere a bit, Zhu Liqun even brought in entertainers for a performance.

After one dance ended, Chu Baihan directly asked with a smile, "I wonder if State Preceptor Lu is satisfied with today’s hospitality?"

"Naturally, I am satisfied. The Princess Consort has gone to great lengths."

Lu Chen’an said with a laughing toast.

In the end, he added, "To repay the Princess Consort for your hospitality, our second and eighth Princesses have also prepared a dance. I estimate they will come out to perform later on."

"Oh," Chu Baihan raised her eyebrows, then said with a deeper meaning, "In that case, I will look forward to it with great anticipation."

"Hanhan, our Imperial Brother has arrived."

Just at that moment, Yan Lin strode in from outside.

His cloak still bore the chill of the air; after Ziyi took it off for him, he quickly walked to Chu Baihan’s side and hooked her fingers.

The Imperial Brother has arrived?

Chu Baihan’s eyes lit up at the news.

After the defeat of Dongli Country, she immediately sent someone back to the capital city to inform the Imperial Brother of the good news.

Of course, she also hoped that the Imperial Brother would start the negotiation process.

Although she was the Princess Consort of Nanduan Kingdom, she still preferred the Imperial Brother take charge in matters of the state.

Soon, that familiar figure appeared at the door.

Because he came from the capital city, Nan Li had a travel-worn appearance.

But this did not suppress his otherworldly demeanor.

Just by standing there, he would capture everyone’s attention.

"Imperial Brother," Chu Baihan’s heart leapt with joy, and she quickly got up to walk towards him.

"Xiaobai, you have worked hard. *cough* *cough* *cough*..."

Nan Li raised his hand and gently stroked Chu Baihan’s head, his tone extremely tender.

Just his voice was enough to bring comfort.

"I am not tired. Imperial Brother, how are you feeling?"

While speaking, Chu Baihan took his wrist to feel his pulse.

Thankfully, it was the same as always, neither good nor bad.

For Nan Li’s physical condition, this was already the best possible outcome.

"So this is the Crown Prince of Nanduan Kingdom. I have long admired you."

Lu Chen’an picked up a wine cup and came over, intending to toast Nan Li.

"State Preceptor Lu, the Imperial Brother is not feeling very well, this wine... you might as well drink it yourself."

Chu Baihan stood in front of Nan Li and spoke to Lu Chen’an with a blank expression.

Her tone, indisputable.

Lu Chen’an’s expression stiffened for a moment, but he quickly returned to calm.

"Ah yes, look at my memory. I nearly forgot about the Crown Prince’s health. My bad, my bad."

After saying this, he downed the wine in the cup in one gulp.

Nan Li took a seat next to Chu Baihan.

"You’ve lost weight."

Nan Li said, looking at her profile with a tone full of concern.

His gaze at Yan Lin carried a bit more dissatisfaction.

What had he promised when they left the capital city?

"Brother Emperor, it has nothing to do with our Prince. Thanks to him, we achieved a great victory this time."

Noticing Nan Li’s gaze, Chu Baihan quickly spoke up to help.

Our Prince?

Nan Li and Yan Lin raised their eyebrows at the same time.

Nan Li’s expression remained calm.

But a certain Prince Yan Lin’s tail was truly about to rise in pride.

His Princess Consort was becoming more and more protective of him.

Unexpectedly, the recent events had improved the relationship between Xiaobai and Yan Lin. Nan Li felt great relief in his heart.

"Alright, Xiaobai, Brother Emperor is not unreasonable. I’m well aware of what happened to you these days. This Prince Consort is unmatched."

Rarely, Nan Li began to praise Yan Lin.

Soon, Shi Jing, Zhu Yinian, and others came to pay their respects to Nan Li.

"Shi Jing, I’m very gratified," Nan Li said to Shi Jing with a serious tone.

Shi Jing’s gaze flickered.

He quickly understood the implication behind Nan Li’s words.

Not only was he gratified that they managed to repel Dongli Country this time, but also... he felt relieved.

No longer would he make mistakes over the affair of the Princess.

These days’ events, surely, the Crown Prince was well aware.

"Yes, Your Highness, the Crown Prince. Previously, Shi Jing was too stubborn and foolish. Now I have come to my senses and will definitely fulfill my duties as a General with all my heart."

"This one, you’re General Zhu, right?"

Nan Li’s gaze fell on Zhu Yinian.

Zhu Yinian immediately knelt down, "Junior Officer Zhu Yinian pays respects to Your Highness, the Crown Prince."

"No need for such formalities. During your imperial examinations, I told Father Emperor that you would surely be a pillar of the state. You’ve lived up to the expectations, not disappointing me or Father Emperor."

"Due to the rush, Father Emperor let me convey verbally. You have merit in defending the city, thus awarded ten thousand liang of gold and a thousand mu of good land. The rewards are on their way and will arrive in a few days."

"Thank you for the Emperor’s great kindness."

Zhu Yinian first performed a kowtow to express his gratitude.

But when he raised his head again, he firmly refused the rewards.

"Your Highness, the Crown Prince, I am grateful for the Emperor’s grace. But my father and I receive enough official stipend to meet our needs. The great victory of Tongzhou was mainly due to the Princess’s deep planning and the efforts of all the Generals and soldiers. Therefore, I wish to distribute all these rewards among all the officers and soldiers."

He stated with a firm tone.

Nan Li and Chu Baihan exchanged a look, both flashing with admiration.

General Zhu’s magnanimity is indeed extraordinary.

"Brother Emperor, if that’s the case, let’s follow General Zhu’s suggestion. But as for awarding the deserving, how can we let it go because of this? Let me make a decision and ask for a promise on behalf of General Zhu, shall we?"

Chu Baihan suddenly spoke.

"A promise?"

Curious gazes fell on Chu Baihan.

Chu Baihan looked at Zhu Yinian kneeling on the ground, then glanced at the heavy-faced Zhu Liqun and Zhu Xinyue not far away.

She said calmly, "It’s a promise to protect the lives of the Zhu Family. If in the future, or in the past, the Zhu Family has done anything to betray the Nanduan Kingdom, to betray the court, to betray the people, Father Emperor might show leniency and spare the lives of the entire Zhu Family."

After Chu Baihan made these remarks, the atmosphere around became very tense.

The three members of the Zhu Family had particularly strange expressions.

Yan Lian, not knowing the cause and effect, crossed his legs and mumbled, "This promise should never be needed, right? General Zhu’s family is full of loyal subjects. Why would they do wrong?"

"Is that so?"

Chu Baihan’s two words were tossed off lightly.

But Zhu Liqun could no longer hold on.

His gaze darkened as he stared at Zhu Xinyue: "It must have been you who told the Princess. Otherwise, she wouldn’t say such things."

The Princess’s words must be a warning to the Zhu Family, she knows all the truths now!

There were only a few people who were in the know, it was said that Xie Feifei has died.

He and Niannian certainly would not confess to the Princess, leaving only...

Zhu Xinyue!