The Prince Wants to Assassinate Me Every Day-Chapter 121 - 77 Appointment to Yuzhou_2

His eyes shifted, "Prince Chen."

The consistently neglected and seemingly nonexistent Xiao Jinxing was suddenly being addressed.

"Present." Xiao Jinxing answered respectfully.

He had long been aware of what Xiao Zhanping’s charade was intended for.

"From your childhood, due to your frail body and chronic leg ailment, I never contemplated involving you in court politics. However, with few heirs of my own, the Crown Prince must stay by my side to guard our realm, the Prince of Chu is dispatched to the border to quell the turmoil, and Prince Yu is still too young. Thus, I have no choice but to delegate the mission to Yuzhou to you. Are you willing to accept it?!"

Xiao Zhanping’s rare amiable demeanor.

Probably because of his overt partiality towards Xiao Jinsen, he felt somewhat guilty toward Xiao Jinxing.

Xiao Jinxing did not answer immediately.

Sometimes consenting too hastily does not earn favor, but instead, arouses suspicion.

Xiao Zhanping’s words caught Xiao Jinsen off guard.

He had never considered his father would assign Xiao Jinxing to this task!

Xiao Jinxing had always been out of his considerations, even appearing at the Qiankun Hall he presumed to be just a coincidence, a casual call from his father.

Moreover, from beginning to end, Xiao Jinxing was treated like an outsider, with no one sparing him a second glance, not even his father, had it not been for being entrusted with this important task.

Stirrings of emotion fluttered in Xiao Jinsen’s heart.

Yet at that moment, he felt not a hint of panic.

To him, Xiao Jinxing was never a threat; his going would not cause any upheaval.

"Xing’er, if you have any concerns, you can discuss them with me." Xiao Zhanping’s tone was gentle.

It seemed he anticipated that Xiao Jinxing would not readily agree.

Xiao Jinxing looked at Xiao Zhanping and slowly seemed to muster the courage to speak, "Since childhood, I grew up alongside the Empress Dowager. Now she’s of advanced age and her health is deteriorating. She is the only one I cannot rest easy about."

"Regarding your Empress Dowager, I had already spoken to her in advance. She indeed finds it difficult to part with you, but she completely understands my dilemma and has agreed to my request."

"Since the Empress Dowager has consented, I naturally have no further concerns. I am willing to accept the imperial command and go to Yuzhou, to contain the epidemic and rescue the people!" Xiao Jinxing replied earnestly.

Xiao Zhanping let out a slight sigh of relief.

Convincing Xiao Jinxing to volunteer for the mission was of course preferable.

No need to create an embarrassment for each other!

He said, "Rest assured, although the journey is fraught with danger, I have already arranged to ensure your complete safety, including twenty doctors from the Imperial Hospital with exquisite medical skills, one hundred Imperial Guards, and one thousand infantrymen."

"I am grateful for Father’s great favor." Xiao Jinxing expressed his thanks.

"Furthermore!" Xiao Zhanping spoke again.

Everyone’s gaze turned toward him.

"Eunuch Mu."

"Your servant is here." Eunuch Mu hurriedly stepped forward with a bow.

"Bring me the Imperial Sword." Xiao Zhanping commanded.

As the words were spoken.

Xiao Jinsen and Xiao Jinyan were clearly taken aback.

Surprised that their father was actually bestowing such a great gift to Xiao Jinxing.

Eunuch Mu presented the Imperial Sword.

Xiao Zhanping solemnly said, "Xiao Jinxing, on this mission, I grant you the authority to execute first and report later!"

To see the Imperial Sword is as to see the Emperor himself.

The Emperor has the right to kill anyone, and now, this power was being granted to Xiao Jinxing.

"I am thankful for Father’s trust. I will definitely live up to your expectations!" Xiao Jinxing hastily attempted to rise from his wheelchair.

"Xing’er, there’s no need for excessive politeness as you have difficulty walking."

"Thank you, Father."

Xiao Jinxing received the weighty Imperial Sword from Eunuch Mu’s hands.

Not to mention Xiao Jinyan never receiving such favor from the Emperor, even Xiao Jinsen now felt envious of the great power bestowed upon Xiao Jinxing.

"You will depart in three days." Xiao Zhanping said to Xiao Jinxing.

"Your son obeys the command," Xiao Jinxing replied respectfully, "but I have one request."

"Speak."

"Departing for Xun in three days, one does not know how long it will be before I can return. I wish to go back to my manor to make some preparations."

"Granted." Xiao Zhanping agreed promptly.

"Your son hopes to bring Ye Qichi along." Xiao Jinxing continued.

Xiao Zhanping frowned, "According to the Imperial Physician, Princess Chen’s health recovery is not optimal."

"I am aware, but Ye Qichi is too unfamiliar with the Imperial Palace and unaware of the rules. I’m concerned that if Ye Qichi is alone in the palace, she might inadvertently err," Xiao Jinxing said tactfully. In truth, it meant that he did not feel at ease leaving Ye Qichi by herself in the palace, as he worried for her safety.

Xiao Zhanping, of course, grasped Xiao Jinxing’s implication, "Since you are insistent, naturally I have no objections. My only concern is whether Princess Chen can endure the hardships of the journey with her frail health?"