Reborn as Powerful Minister's Beloved
Chapter 394 - 373: First Update

Chapter 394: Chapter 373: First Update

Chapter 373 Update

Zheng Nianru’s arm was seized in the darkness, a secret signal between her and Yin He. From the moment she suspected his real identity, she suddenly decided to do so. As for why, perhaps even Zheng Nianru herself couldn’t explain clearly.

If someone really asked, it was just because they had nothing better to do. Living this life again wasn’t as heroic as she had imagined, and there was only so much she could change alone.

So if she couldn’t change much, why not stir things up? Otherwise, life would truly be as stagnant as a dead pond.

Before Zheng Nianru could even move, the person who had grabbed her arm was suddenly struck by a powerful force and sent flying. Before Zheng Nianru could realize what was happening, another massive force reached her, scattering the darkness surrounding her in an instant. She looked up to see a white figure, like a giant bird, and she felt like a rabbit, utterly unable to move on the ground.

"Nianru——" The Crown Prince threw off the house servant blocking him and had just taken a step forward when he was harshly knocked back.

"Nianru——" Zheng Congyuan recklessly rushed over, barely standing up before thudding back to the ground.

Amidst the stunned crowd, a dark figure, like a swift black horse, darted towards Zheng Nianru. Before she could feel the intense light emitted by the great energy, darkness immediately covered her eyes, and she was fiercely slammed to the ground. The figure then heavily collapsed on top of her, almost crushing the breath out of Zheng Nianru.

Before Zheng Nianru could curse, a tremendous force, despite being entirely blocked, could still be felt almost tearing above her, its muffled noise nearly piercing her eardrums. Zheng Nianru’s irritation and confusion were swiftly swallowed back inside her.

During the prolonged wait, Zheng Nianru felt an endless darkness, until finally, she felt the person on top of her move, followed by a gush of fresh air mixed with dazzling sunlight bursting in.

"Nianru——"

"Nianru, how are you?"

"Commandery Princess——"

The voices of many people left Zheng Nianru somewhat dazed, and then she saw Zheng Congyuan’s face, filled with anxiety, panic, and concern, without a hint of insincerity.

"I’m fine——" Zheng Nianru uttered three words, realizing she was being held by Zheng Congyuan, and that feeling...

"Nianru, Nianru——" Hearing the Crown Prince’s voice, Zheng Nianru turned her head, only to see Yin He trying unsuccessfully to break through the formation outside.

"Young Master, we must go, it’s almost too late." Elder Can, despite his severe injuries, was dragging Yin He’s arm. The Master of Ghoul Ravine and the people of Ghoul Ravine were exerting all their strength to maintain a barrier, which Master Yu Sheng was trying to withstand.

The youth looked at Zheng Nianru, and Zheng Nianru looked back at him. Go, hasn’t it been said? Where there are green hills, there’s wood to burn.

The youth seemed to understand the meaning in Zheng Nianru’s words. Taking her away was his last resort; he had always wanted to do it openly and honorably, just as Nanny Yun and Xing Yu had hoped.

"Yin He, tell me, which Princely Heir or young lord will come with a grand palanquin to take our Commandery Princess back home someday?"

"Young Master, we must go now, or we will never have the chance again."

The youth let his arms drop, his struggles gradually ceased, and he suddenly turned back, pulling up Elder Can from the ground, while his other hand grabbed Elder Su.

"Move quickly——" The Master of Ghoul Ravine shouted loudly, prompting dozens of people to swiftly retreat toward the back.

"Chase them——" The members of the Fire Order Squad immediately pursued.

"There’s no need to chase them anymore—" Mage Yu Sheng suddenly spoke up. Yu Yuan was startled, and sure enough, just as the guards of the Fire Order Squad had caught up, an invisible barrier instantly repelled them as they stepped just beyond the Ghoul Ravine denizen, causing them to scream in agony.

"Mage—" Yu Yuan was about to speak when he caught sight of Ju Nanyi and immediately rushed over.

"Lord, Lord—" Yu Yuan’s face was filled with urgency. Although Qi Yu helped lift Ju Nanyi, it was clear that Ju Nanyi had shielded with his body from a powerful force when he rushed out.

"Master Yu Sheng, how is Lord Ju?" Qi Yu asked with concern. If Lord Ju hadn’t rushed forward in a timely fashion, the Commandery Princess’s life might have been lost by now.

Master Yu Sheng knelt down and thoroughly examined Ju Nanyi, a serious expression on his face.

"Have him placed somewhere serene. I will try my utmost." Qi Yu immediately picked up Ju Nanyi, glanced around, and took him straight to Prince Duan’s Mansion.

"Lord, Mage, this way, this way—" Housekeeper He personally led the way, swiftly guiding the house servants through Prince Duan’s Mansion to a secluded and quiet guest room.

Prince Duan rushed to Zheng Nianru’s side, his fingers trembling. Oh, his dolely child.

"Father, I’m fine, sorry to worry you." Zheng Nianru, feeling better, immediately reverted back to her obedient persona.

Prince Duan felt another pang of heartache. His sensible daughter had such a tough fate, almost losing her life several times...

"My child, rest assured, I will never again allow you to be put in danger," Prince Duan said earnestly. Zheng Nianru nodded her head, yes, she was actually quite afraid of death, always had been, but now, she felt a price had to be paid for a second chance at life.

It was only then that Prince Duan saw Zheng Nianru still in Zheng Congyuan’s arms. It was Zheng Congyuan who had rushed over first, and even Qi Jin and Qi Yu had been injured. Though Prince Duan was deeply moved, he also felt this might not be appropriate.

"Commandery Princess, Commandery Princess—" Nanny Yun, Nian Xia, Xing Yu, and others finally pushed their way to the front. The Fire Order Squad was busy clearing the site, and Gu Dao and Xi Feng were also taking Zong Yunqian back.

"Xing Yu, quickly help your Commandery Princess up," Prince Duan said as soon as he saw Xing Yu.

"Your Highness, please take Your Highness inside to rest," Prince Duan immediately instructed again.

Zheng Congyuan didn’t want to let go, but couldn’t find any reason not to, and every inch of his body was aching.

"Your Highness—" Qi Jin cautiously began, not wishing to upset his master.

Zheng Congyuan reluctantly let go, and Xing Yu quickly picked up Zheng Nianru.

"Crown Prince, Crown Prince—" Prince Duan personally helped Zheng Congyuan up, his face full of gratitude. His nephew was kind-hearted, an able ruler, and the last hope of the Nanzheng Imperial Clan.

"Imperial Uncle, I can manage on my own—" Zheng Congyuan suddenly felt his blood rush to his head, dizzy and his steps unsteady.

Qi Jin supported him, his expression filled with worry.

"Your Highness, with Mage Yu Sheng here, it would not bother Prince Duan to make some space. It will also be convenient for Mage Yu Sheng to care for him—"

Upon hearing this, Zheng Congyuan nodded his head, and Prince Duan followed suit, indeed, it’s better to have good care, better to keep everything well looked after.