The Princess of Northern Land
Chapter 700: The Jester(4)_1

Chapter 700: Chapter 700: The Jester(4)_1

The Prince was resistant to the Sovereign’s Edict. This resistance did not mean he opposed the Emperor’s decision, but rather like Chu, he firmly believed that Chu Suifeng would never agree to send any of the commodities from the Northern Land to Capital City as tribute.

After all, those goods were selling so well that they had become the money pot for Chu Suifeng. It would indeed be odd if Chu Suifeng was willing to give that up.

Both of them, who had secretly made up their minds, did not want to go to the Wang Residence to deliver the edict. Neither of them wanted to cross Chu Suifeng at this time.

"Eunuch Miao, since the Emperor sent you to the Northern Land, it shows his trust in you. Minister Lin was also appointed as a special envoy by the Emperor. So, you both should take the responsibility of conveying the edict," Chu Suiyun suggested, smiling.

"The Prince and I are only here as spectators. The ceremony has ended, and it would be unreasonable and inappropriate to deliver the edict at this point," the Prince immediately agreed with him. These two, who should have been opponents, now unexpectedly chose to stand on the same side.

Seeing them pass the buck so clearly, Lin Haisheng felt a pang of bitterness. He had heard that dealing with Chu Suifeng was troublesome, but it was not until he arrived in Northern Land that he truly experienced how challenging Chu Suifeng was. If Lin went to deliver the edict, Chu Suifeng would resent him for life. With resentment from Chu Suifeng, his daughter’s life in the Wang Residence would likely be incredibly challenging.

No, he must pass off this unfortunate task.

Just as he was thinking about how to, the unsuspecting Eunuch Miao readily agreed and even took it all upon himself. "Since the Emperor entrusted such an important matter to Zajia and Minister Lin, we naturally will manage it meticulously. However, we hope the Princes can provide some assistance on the trip home," he said.

As a result, Miao forcefully assumed the task that Lin Haisheng couldn’t shake off, which infuriated Lin. He wished he could clamp down on Miao’s mouth.

"Of course. The New Year is almost here, and if the Wang Residence handles things well, we can set off tomorrow. As for the journey, I am not afraid of the rush," the prince swiftly responded. He thought, so what if Miao agreed? Whether Chu Suifeng was willing was another matter.

Minister Lin, go accompany Zajia. The Emperor and the Empress Dowager are waiting for these tributes to enter the palace. Leaving a day earlier can alleviate the Emperor’s worries," Miao suggested. Despite Chu Suifeng’s power, he was confident. Not only was he a favored person in the Emperor’s eyes, but also many princesses in the capital gave him respect when they saw him.

What could a mere prince of a tomb do against him?

With the Edict, Miao forcefully tugged the unwilling Lin Haisheng towards the Wang Residence, like the proud rooster.

Averse as Lin Haisheng was, he dared not utter a word of refusal. He knew well how perverse those high-ranking Eunuchs in the palace were, especially considering that Miao was a favorite in the face of the Emperor. If he showed the slightest reluctance, perhaps Miao would slander him before the Emperor on his return.

When they reached the Wang Residence with their guards, Lin Ziyin was being surrounded by a group of women in the Residence.

To say they were surrounding her was, in fact, to say that they were following customs of giving their respects to her. After all, these women were concubines who had to serve tea to Lin Ziyin, who was the official wife.

All the women in the backyard, except for the convalescent Qin and the punished Ming who could not come, were dressed flamboyantly, trying their best to outshine Lin Ziyin.