Her father was only thinking about how to get her away so that he could devote himself to planning good marriages for his two older sisters.

I guess someone will come to see me in the next few days.

In the rear house, women’s freedom was restricted and they were not allowed to move around freely.

However, even so, my father and others were still worried, fearing that something unexpected might happen.

So, he came up with a plan to get rid of her in the name of praying for blessings. It must be said that this wishful thinking was really ingenious.

Yun Ziheng, who had been observing all this silently, keenly captured the sadness and helplessness revealed in the depths of Yuan Qingling's eyes.

He couldn't help but feel a strong sense of resentment towards Yuan Qingling's father's selfish behavior.

But after all, this is someone else's family affair. As the saying goes, it is difficult for a judge to judge family affairs. Even if he can't stand it, he is powerless and has no way to interfere.

After pondering for a moment, Yun Ziheng finally made up his mind.

He looked at Yuan Qingling and said solemnly, "Since I already know that you are leaving the city to go to Xiangguo Temple so late, I can't just sit there and watch. Let me escort you there. With our general's carriage leading the way, I'm sure those with ill intentions won't dare to come forward and cause trouble easily. This way, there will be more security on the road."

Hearing this, Yuan Qingling looked at Yun Ziheng with gratitude.

She said softly, "Thank you for your kindness, Lord Yun. I am really grateful. But Xiangguo Temple is quite far from here. If you really send me off in person, I am afraid that the city gate will have been closed by the time I return."

"So, let's not cause trouble for Lord Yun." Having said that, deep in her heart, an indescribable selfishness inevitably emerged.

If Yun Ziheng had been with me all the way, the journey would have been safe and smooth.

But this was the Yuan family's family affair after all, so how could she trouble others? What's more, she couldn't afford to owe anyone a favor.

It's ridiculous that outsiders are more worried about my safety than my family members.

Yun Ziheng raised his hand without hesitation and said nonchalantly, "It doesn't matter. Luoluo once mentioned you and said that you helped her a lot, but we haven't been able to find a suitable opportunity to thank you."

"I am only escorting you to Xiangguo Temple this time, so don't panic. Besides, I have a manor near the city gate. If you really can't get back to the city in time, I will just rest in the manor for a night and enter the city tomorrow. There will be no delay."

"Doesn't Lord Yun have to go to court early tomorrow morning? If we go through all this trouble, I'm afraid it will be too late." Yuan Qingling said hurriedly.

She really doesn't want to trouble others.

Yun Ziheng couldn't help but frown slightly, and after thinking for a while, he responded: "It's just a short leave, it shouldn't be a big deal."

Yuan Qingling saw that Yun Ziheng had said so much, and if she did not appreciate his kindness, it would seem a bit pretentious and unkind.

So, she slowly stood up, bowed to Yun Ziheng, and thanked him softly: "In this case, I would like to thank Master Yun first."

Seeing this, Yun Ziheng quickly waved his hand and said comfortingly: "Please take a seat. It's just a trivial matter, not worth mentioning. Miss, don't take it to heart."

Hearing this, Yuan Qingling's mouth corners slightly raised, revealing a faint smile, and said slowly: "For you, sir, this may be just a trivial matter, but for me, it may be saving my life."

She knew very well that everything would not be smooth sailing after she left the city tonight.

Yuan Qingling lowered her eyes and sneered. How could her aunt and the others give up such a good opportunity? The servants assigned to her couldn't even beat her, let alone encounter bandits.

Yun Ziyu always felt that Yuan Qingling had something else in her words, but since she didn't say it, he didn't dare to ask.

"Miss Yuan, please wait here for a moment. I will send Zhi Yuan and Jun Ye back and then come to find you." Yun Ziyu turned and said to Yuan Qingling.

Mo Zhiyuan said that she didn't want to leave. "I don't want to go back. I also want to see Aunt Yuan off. Aunt Yuan gave me some delicious cakes, so I also want to see Aunt Yuan off."

After she finished speaking, she was afraid that Yun Ziheng would not agree, so she turned to look at Mo Junye, hoping that Mo Junye could help her persuade her uncle.

"Brother, since we have eaten Aunt Yuan's pastries, we have the responsibility to escort her to that temple." Mo Zhiyuan said.

Mo Junye said nothing.

The eldest uncle is not as easy to fool as the second uncle. Once the eldest uncle makes a decision, he will not change it easily.

Sure enough, Yun Ziheng frowned and said, "Don't be naughty. I will leave the city tonight and won't come back. I can't take you with me. Have you forgotten that your brother has to attend the court early tomorrow morning? Don't you want your brother to be a good prince?"

Upon hearing this, Mo Zhiyuan turned to look at his brother with a hesitant look on his face.

"But my uncle can take leave, so why can't my brother?" Mo Zhiyuan muttered in a low voice.

Mo Junye's face froze.

Yun Ziheng touched Mo Zhiyuan's head and said with a smile, "You are still young. When you grow up, you will understand why your brother can't take leave, but I can."

Mo Zhiyuan tilted his head, "Then I have to grow up quickly and protect my brother."

"Okay, let's set off now. Come, I'll escort you home first. After we get to the general's mansion, let your grandfather take you back to the palace." Yun Ziheng stood up with a smile, slowly stretched out his broad and warm hands, and gently took the hands of Mo Junye and Mo Zhiyuan.

Then, he walked towards the door with steady steps, turning back as he walked, and said with concern, "Miss Yuan, please wait here for a while."

Yuan Qingling nodded slightly to show her agreement.

A gentle smile appeared on her beautiful face, and she opened her red lips and responded softly, "Okay, thank you for your concern, Master Yun."

Yun Ziheng shook his head, walked down the stairs steadily, and carefully carried the two little guys into the carriage.

After everything was settled, he turned his head worriedly and looked towards the brightly lit teahouse.

He lowered his voice and ordered: "Yin Feng, Yin Mu, the two of you must guard this place secretly and must not easily reveal your whereabouts. If you find any abnormal situation, you can respond flexibly. Remember, you must not disturb Miss Yuan to avoid unnecessary trouble."

Yin Feng and Yin Mu responded in unison: "Yes, Master, we will definitely live up to your trust."

After saying that, the two of them bowed respectfully, then their figures flashed and disappeared quickly into the night like ghosts.

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