Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress-Chapter 156 - 155: The Right Path to Assist the Nation_1

Chapter 156: Chapter 155: The Right Path to Assist the Nation_1

“Be careful of everything!” Bai Jintong reminded with concern.

“Elder sister might not be able to see you off on the fifteenth. Be cautious in all matters when away!” Bai Jinxiu’s eyes reddened. She then looked at Bai Qingyan. “Elder sister’s journey to the southern border, if Jinxiu is unable to see you off, please be extremely careful. Jinxiu will wait in Dadu for elder sister to return in glory with the family.”

“I’ll take second sister back!” Bai Jinzhi stood up.

Bai Qingyan said to Bai Jinzhi, “Go to Grandma’s and ask Nanny Jiang to personally escort Jinxiu to the Marquis Mansion. You will accompany them. Let everyone in the Marquis Mansion know that behind Jinxiu stands our grandmother, the Eldest Princess, and our Bai family widow, so that the people of Dadu understand Jinxiu is not to be bullied.”

“Elder sister, Grandma mentioned yesterday that when second sister returns to the Marquis Mansion, Nanny Jiang will accompany her in the Eldest Princess’s carriage. The road for second sister’s return to the Marquis Mansion will be as smooth as it can be.” Bai Jintong said softly.

Though it was expected, Bai Qingyan truly had not anticipated that Grandma would take the initiative to do so. She nodded, “Good, then I feel relieved.”

Watching her three younger sisters leave, she said to Chun Tao, “Chun Tao, change my clothes… and send for Xiao Ruohai.”

Chun Tao saw Bai Qingyan’s pale face and wanted to advise her, but knew it would be futile. She curtseyed with tears in her eyes. “Yes!”

She had not had a sound sleep in days; she had slept for two days.

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She wondered if there had been any movements from King Liang in prison in these past two days, and if Gao Sheng, Tongji, or Tian Weijun had revealed anything under interrogation.

Upon hearing that Bai Qingyan had awakened, Xiao Ruohai, who had been waiting for her summons, arrived quickly.

“The maid Chun Yan by Miss Bai’s side confessed everything during interrogation and died from excessive blood loss last night. Gao Sheng is a tough man. It’s said that even the skilled interrogator under the Minister of Judicial Review couldn’t get anything out of him. Tongji suffered immense torture in prison but knows nothing. Only Tian Weijun confessed everything he knew, but none of it pertained directly to the key matter. Still, it can be confirmed that the southern border grain issue is certainly related to King Liang.”

Xiao Ruohai bent over respectfully, briefly relaying the news from the prison to Bai Qingyan.

“One more thing, on the second day after the Bai family’s funeral, King of Qi, in disguise, came to the Bai Mansion. He handed a token to the Eldest Princess, seemingly wanting to see you. But at that time, you hadn’t awakened yet. The Eldest Princess and King of Qi spoke privately for about half an hour before he quietly left. Only the Eldest Princess and Lady Dong know about this.”

Bai Qingyan was not surprised. With King Xin gone, it was only natural for King Qi to be made Crown Prince, and his intent was clear in wanting to investigate her before the southern expedition.

As for what Grandma discussed with King Qi, she no longer cared.

“Miss Bai, Third Miss is suddenly here…”

As soon as Chun Tao finished speaking, Bai Jintong, panting heavily, had already lifted the curtain and entered.

“Elder sister…” Bai Jintong bowee and will personally lead the southern expedition on the fifteenth of the first month. His Majesty has ordered the Vice Minister of Revenue to personally handle the grain dispatch.”

As soon as Bai Jintong received the news, she hurried over.

If the Crown Prince was going on the expedition, elder sister would undoubtedly accompany him, which meant elder sister would also leave on the fifteenth.

The fifteenth of the first month, so soon.

She gently rubbed the corner of her clothing and nodded, “I know.”

Chun Tao, guarding outside the courtyard, saw Nanny Qin from Mrs. Dong’s side hurrying over and greeted her, “Nanny Qin…”

“Is Miss Bai awake?”

“She’s awake, talking to the Third Miss now. I’ll go inform her.”

Just as Chun Tao was about to enter, Nanny Qin said, “The Crown Prince is here, in the front hall, wanting to see Miss Bai. Lady Dong is currently accompanying him for tea.”

Chun Tao was stunned and quickly went inside.

Bai Qingyan had already heard, and she got up to instruct Chun Tao, “Bring the fox fur cloak!”

Since they were tnyone, hoped this war would be won to secure his unshakable position as heir.

She followed Nanny Qin to the front hall. Lady Dong and the Crown Prince were having tea. Noticing the frail figure in plain white clothes entering with the help of a maid, the Crown Prince put down the teacup and stood up. “Miss Bai.”

“Greetings to Your Highness, the Crown Prince.” Bai Qingyan lowered her eyes and bowed. “Had been ill and did not congratulate Your Highness on assuming position at the Eastern Palace. I hope Your Highness forgives me.”

The woman before him, though pale and frail, could not hide her stunning beauty.

The Crown Prince, showing no disrespect, courteously returned the salute. “Undeserving of the position. I only hope to unite with the talented and virtuous of Jin, assisting me in leading the country to the right path.”

Bai Qingyan slightly turned to avoid the Crown Prince’s salute and asked softly, “Is Your Highness here regarding the fifteenth expedition?”

“Miss Bai has just recovered from an illness. I wonder if you have the strength for a long journey?”

The Crown Prince did not show any intention of having Lady Dong leave, so she also did not retreat.

Bai Qingyan glancedw also wanted to know in what capacity, or rather, under what identity she would join to attribute the military achievements to him.

“Your Highness, rest assured, I can manage. However, as a woman, there are many inconveniences on this southern expedition. I wish to disguise myself as a man and follow Your Highness as an advisor. I wonder if this is appropriate?”

“Miss Bai has thoughtfully considered this.” The Crown Prince, now relieved, smiled. “In that case, take care to recover well. I specially ordered the delivery of high-quality tonics to aid your recovery.”

The Crown Prince didn’t inquire about the southern border military matters?

With her gaze lowered, she looked at the Crown Prince’s deerskin boots and spoke slowly, “Today, my second sister, Jinxiu, wishes to return to the Marquis Mansion and share in Qin Lang’s fate. The Bai family members could not dissuade her. As there are no more men in the Bai family, I boldly address Your Highness aies of the Marquis Mansion would know that although the Bai family men are gone, Jinxiu still has a cousin to protect her. They would hesitate before harming her.”

Since the Crown Prince wanted military achievements from her, she would give them, but he should also give the Bai family some benefits in return.

Lowering herself to evoke familial affection, pleading for Bai Jinxiu’s safety, he could neither refuse morally nor logically.

As expected, the Crown Prince readily agreed. “The Bai family and I are indeed relatives. With the Bai family men gone, I am ng as I am around, I will ensure no humiliation befalls Second Miss.”

Weak from her recent awakening, Bai Qingyan only accompanied Bai Jinxiu to the mansion gate.

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