"Xueyue, wait!" Li Chenyang called out when he saw a clear figure in the distance. Her white Hanfu fluttered in the wind, and her hair danced in the direction of the breeze. When she looked back, he was overwhelmed by her beauty. She really was like a fairy from heaven.

Li Chenyang knew he was protecting her. He couldn’t control it. He definitely didn’t want her to fall into the wrong hands. The day her sleeves were stained with sin was the day he would sacrifice everything to save her from harm.

"Xueyue." Li Chenyang caught up with her and called out. "You're about to cry," he pointed out. Seeing her wet eyes, he frowned.

"That must be hard to admit," he complained. He raised a hand to wipe away a tear, but she wiped it away before he could.

"It's nothing, Chen brother, you don't have to worry about me. How is Minghua? I think she might be frightened."

"Don't worry about her, the only thing she can do is hurt others with her words, her bark has no bite." Li Chenyang responded. "She said something unexpected when you left."

“Oh…” Li Xueyue blinked. She sniffed and continued to wipe her eyes, frustrated that her emotions controlled her.

"What did she say?" Li Xueyue asked.

"Minghua said you were accused of murdering an old man and were sentenced to death by beating. Is that true?"

Li Xueyue's eyes widened. It was like a bucket of cold water was poured over her. Her fingers trembled. So now the secret was out.

"I—" She stammered, unable to speak.

"Is this just a false accusation? Are you framed? I know you are framed, so don't hesitate and tell me the truth." Li Chenyang added hastily. He was afraid of making her unhappy. All this must be unbearable for her. He would not be surprised if she suddenly asked to leave the city and go to another place.

"I was framed." Li Xueyue said quickly. "One night, I woke up in the servants' quarters. I didn't know what happened, but the next thing I knew, there was a dead body in front of me. It was Viscount Bai Sheng's old butler, and then the Bai family. "Everyone rushed in, and they saw me standing next to the dead gatekeeper..."

"I see." Li Chenyang muttered. "Someone came to arrest you, but I'm not surprised. It's a pity that the Bai family didn't suffer more at the hands of Yu Zhen."

Hearing Chen Yang's words, Li Xueyue raised her head abruptly. "You... don't think I'm a murderer?"

"You said it yourself that you didn't do it. Xueyue, you rarely lie to me. This time, I will believe you more than others."

Li Xueyue blinked in surprise. He patted her cheek gently.

"Don't show such a puzzled expression. I actually believed you. I didn't believe you about Minghua's news. I have learned my lesson." Li Chenyang was thoughtful. He wanted to make a little joke to ease the atmosphere, but he couldn't think of it.

“You must hate being in Wuyi,” he said suddenly. “No matter where you go, you will be haunted by your past.”

Li Xueyue nodded slowly. "If it weren't for the Li family, I wouldn't know what to do."

Li Chenyang smiled slightly after hearing her words. She was never good at being sentimental. He already knew the sincerity of her words.

"It's getting late, and you should rest. I heard that the imperial physician is here to visit. I asked the servants to boil the herbs and send them to your room."

"Thank you." Li Xueyue said.

"Then go ahead," Li Chenyang said, sending her off. He watched her walk down the corridor, and she glanced back at him furtively. When she saw that he was still watching, she waved gently at him.

Li Chenyang was amused by her action. He also waved, and soon, she disappeared around the corner. He remembered their conversation in the palace, and thought that maybe it would be better for Xueyue to go to Hanjian.

"Have you talked to her about this?" asked Lord Li Chenyang as his youngest son entered the private room.

"Not yet. I just gave her a brief hint, but I don't think she understood what I meant." Li Chenyang replied.

"The Han people were becoming increasingly uneasy, and the treaty had not yet been finalized before the emperor's death. We decided to cancel the war after opening trade routes to them, but the late emperor changed his mind and asked us to stop the war." Close.

"I know." Li Chenyang said. "If we don't open the trade route again, there is a good chance that another war will happen. Besides, they want to know if we are truly loyal. After Jiangsu's plan was revealed to them, I am sure Han Jian is questioning where Wuyi's loyalty lies".

“Well, I still admire Yu Zhen very much. He knew that I was the one handling this matter, but he did not show favoritism or leniency.” Lord Li Chenyang said sarcastically.

Li Chenyang chuckled. Strangely, the prince was speaking for the country, not for Emperor Han Jian. Perhaps the emperor was testing the new prince's ability?

"At least we know he's no longer just the Second Prince," Li Chenyang added. "I'm sure the court is also keeping a close eye on him to make sure he doesn't show favoritism."

Li Chenyang sighed. "I think so. If Xueyue decides to go to Hanjian, it would be nice to have him at home."

"Let's not rush her yet." Li Chenyang explained. "Minghua is back, and even if we don't mean to, it seems like we are sending her away."

"Han Jian is a nice sight for her. Once we start to build the Li Dynasty, everything will be in chaos. People will look for her as our weakness and target her. It's best not to let Xue Yue get caught up in all the chaos."

Li Chenyang nodded. "I know, but we said Yu Zhen has to wait to prove his sincerity to her."

"Words are fickle," Li Chenyanggong mused. "They can always be taken back. That's why I always like to put everything down on paper. Stamped, signed, and sealed."

“Father…” Li Chenyang’s warning voice gradually faded. He didn’t want to see Xueyue go so fast. He hadn’t spent enough time with her.

"Don't look so aggrieved. This is just a marriage. You're making it look like she'll never come back, or that we can't go visit her."

"That's pretty much it," Li Chenyang said. "She's going to be on the other side of the country. It's going to be hard for all of us to travel there. She won't be able to come back as she pleases because it will look suspicious. People will think there's trouble if she suddenly comes back and she can be in heaven with Yu Zhen."

"Okay, let's go see her. You're too worried about a life that doesn't belong to you." King Li Chenyang said. "In the end, I will respect Xueyue's wishes. If she wants to spend more time with Zhen, that's fine."

Li Chenyanggong reached into the drawer and pulled out three letters. "But before we ask her any questions, let's show her these first."

“Father, you are not fair.” Li Chenyang frowned and sneered. “If she sees these letters, she will definitely miss him and want to see him.”

"I think she already misses him." King Li Chenyang retorted. "Don't you want her to be happy? Xueyue has nothing left in Wuyi. She is already a princess here. She does nothing at home except training. Her life is boring. Han Jian's open-minded character will help her." Excellent. "

Li Chenyang glared at the letters. His father stood up, threw away the sealed envelope in front of him, and gave him the final blow.

King Li Chenyang had a playful smile on his face. His youngest son was sulking. He joked, “You finally act like your age.”

"You give it to her, I don't want to." Li Chenyang snorted. "Xueyue must not have sent the letter yet. Why did that damn prince write so much?"

"Are you jealous?" [1] asked Li Chenyang.

"Tsk." Li Chenyang crossed his arms.

King Li Chenyang let out a mocking laugh at the reaction. He wiped away the nonexistent tears from his eyes. "Comedy gold," he joked.

King Li Chenyang was very happy to see his son sullen and pouting. This reminded him that Chenyang had this side. He couldn't help but want to bully his son even more.

"It's been a month since the prince passed away," Lord Li Chenyang said. "I'm sure he misses her very much."

"I'm going to bed." Li Chenyang said angrily.

"Hurry up." Prince Li Chenyang said. "Lord Ning invited us to have afternoon tea together on a day when you don't have to work. Unfortunately, I'm busy with court matters that day. Why don't you go with your mother to accompany him?"

"If this is a blind date program, I don't want to go."

"Who said yes?" Lord Li Chenyang asked. "Besides, you also know the character of Lord Ning. He has always been very supportive of us."

"I know." Li Chenyang had no expression on his face. "Okay, I'll go, but the condition is that mom doesn't mention marriage."

"Deal." King Li Chenyang agreed immediately. He smiled bitterly behind his son's back. If only this fool knew...his mother is the best matchmaker. She wouldn't mention marriage, but who can say that a relationship between children is impossible?

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