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When he got off the palanquin, the snowflakes were still not as dense as the willow leaves floating in the air. When he got on the carriage, he walked out of the palace, and the wind became stronger and stronger, like the howls of wild beasts. The snowflakes also became denser and denser as they weaved together into a large white net, covering the rooftops, the streets, and the trees of various sizes.

Once in a while, Cui'er would lift the heavy curtain slightly to take a peek at the snowy scenery outside the car, while Yun Sheng Yue would silently lean against the soft fur and remain motionless, deep in her thoughts. There were too many things to think about, like a flood of memories, good and bad, past and present, gradually becoming clearer and clearer in her mind.

Everything had changed. Baili Yu, whom she had trusted with all her heart, had become the Second Prince in the blink of an eye. He had become Duke Ming, Murong Ming's second son, and also Murong Yu's second brother.

It would be easier to say that she and Murong Yu were not entangled with each other, but how could she just wipe out everything that had happened in the past few months? She was already his, and even the child had come to her in her stupor.

She gently caressed her flat stomach. She didn't dare to believe that there was already a little life inside. What was unexpected was that she didn't dislike this little life at all. She was just surprised and at a loss about what to do.

"Yu, it's winter now. Where did you get so many fresh flowers?"

"It's good that you like them. As long as you like them, I'll find them and give them to you …"

Why? Why did he suddenly have to worry about her? She didn't understand.

"You, you should also accompany Ju`er …" One night, she hesitated.

"No, I just want you." What happened to them before? Hadn't he only liked Chen Ju`er before? Why did it suddenly change? And there was also Chen Ju`er. That night when she stole the formation diagram, she was obviously the instigator. Why hasn't Murong Yu investigated her? And why had she been so kind to her lately? Did she really want to get along with her?

Yun Shengyue rubbed her brow and closed her eyes. Murong Mingyue's helpless and sorrowful expression continued to appear in front of her eyes. 'Yue-er, you should understand that I was forced to do this!' Yes, she could see his helplessness through their connection, but after such a huge change, what else could they use to maintain that pure and flawless relationship from back then?

What about their agreement? She already had a child, so Murong Yu definitely wouldn't leave her. Even if he did, what would happen to the child? How could she abandon her child and leave? Furthermore, Murong Chong was now the Duke of Ming and had already married several young mistresses. What did she count as?

It was beyond her expectations that the situation had become so complicated. Thinking about Murong Fu made her depressed and at a loss. Thinking about Murong Yu made her feel extremely confused. Where did he go? Although she still clearly remembered the previous few months of love, it was still like a dream, as if reality had never existed. She could still remain calm when facing others, but if Murong Yu came back, would she still be able to stay in his embrace and accept his warmth and passion? She might not be able to do it!

"Miss, we're home!" Cui'er gently nudged Yun Shengyue. She thought that the sleeping Yun Shengyue had kept her eyes closed the entire way, so she remained well-behaved and did not make a sound.

Yun Sheng was escorted out of the carriage by Cui Er and nanny Wang. Outside the carriage, it was a vast expanse of whiteness. It looked like there was another heavy snowfall.

Perhaps it was because Yun Sheng looked around with an unpleasant expression, Black Two lowered his voice and instructed Black Five, "Hurry up and find someone. We can't keep this snow."

He recalled the day when she had fainted after being stimulated by the snow, and when she woke up, not a single snowdrop was left in the courtyard. Presumably, Murong Yu had ordered someone to take away the snowflakes, so she looked at the huge courtyard, the continuous roof, and the tall trees and bamboo forests.

"Then keep the snow. You don't have to work anymore. I'm fine." Before entering the room, Yun Sheng gave a simple command to Black Two. Black Two looked somewhat surprised. Cui'er followed Yun Shengyue into the house. However, Wang mama pulled Black Two aside and whispered to him.

"I'm a bit tired, I want to sleep for a while. Cui Er, you should go rest as well. Just prepare some porridge for me tonight." Yun Sheng felt that he needed to think about it more carefully. He had to weigh whether he should tell everyone that she had recovered her memories or if it was better to continue hiding it.

"Yu, did anyone discover our actions or identity?" They were already in Yucheng, a city not far from Meng City, so they had a rough idea about the situation. They did not expect the inn they stayed in last night to have an attack during the night.

Murong Yu shook his head slightly and said, "He's probably just an ordinary thief. If he suspects our identities, then he wouldn't just be here to probe us."

"En, I didn't expect Zhou Kaiyuan to be so daring as well. Yesterday, under the influence of those tyrants in the restaurant, no one dared to speak a word. Their leader is only a distant relative of Zhou Kaiyuan, and yet he dares to do so. One can only imagine what kind of people he is and those from the underworld are!" The people he disliked the most were these tyrants. If it wasn't for the fact that they wanted to handle the case, they would have already been beaten to a pulp.

Murong Yu held his teacup tightly and said, "Don't be rash. Our goal is not to catch a few little mice, but to eliminate all the rats in the nest. We have to find evidence before we can make a move, or else the other rats won't be able to do much for us."

"Humph, let them go first. According to our current investigation, that dead old man Song Ping isn't the culprit. Zhou Kaiyuan and his gang should be a motley crew. The Grand Guard of Huan City even has some reputation for being honest. I'm afraid that Jiang Du is the real culprit." Lan Ruocheng analyzed.

"Is Zhao Yuan the father of Consort De?" Murong Yu pondered for a moment.

Lan Ruocheng's eyes lit up, "Could it be that the biggest mouse is him? "I heard that Consort De is rather favored by the emperor and has a close relationship with the empress. Is it because they have her as their tree that they dare to be so impudent?"

"It's possible, but there's still no news from Thirteen. Let's go visit the Great Residence tonight!"

"Great, this is great! Finally I have something to do. You are used to being a general, you have arranged for everyone to do it. I have nothing better to do!" Lan Ruocheng laughed as he rubbed his hands. A corrupt official's residence would definitely reap a lot of benefits. It would be much more interesting to play around with them first, rather than rob them.

Murong Yu raised his head and looked out the window. It had been snowing for a day or two now. He was very worried, but there was nothing he could do. He could only wait and see.

"Your Royal Highness, a letter from Jincheng."

"Hand it over!"

This time, it took a few days before he received a letter. Murong Yu was a little impatient. He was a little afraid of the news that came from Jincheng, but also longed for the news that came from Jincheng.

After quickly reading the letter, there was no change on Murong Yu's calm face, but his heart was in turmoil. The letter said that Yue'er had participated in Murong Ming's wedding banquet, and the Crown Prince had given her a car. Everything had been normal during this time, except that Wang mama said that they had slept for a while in the Jade Palace's study room.

Yue'er ate and drank as usual, while the female doctor continued to treat her and Ruo Lan. There was still no change, and there was a second heavy snowfall in Jincheng, so Yue'er ordered not to shovel the snow away. She would usually stay around the stove to read or chat with Madam Yun.

What if she remembered the past? He had asked this question countless times in his heart. He had wanted to keep her by his side no matter what, but sometimes he couldn't convince himself that if she didn't like him, then how could he be happy to keep her by his side?

If she hated him because of this, it would be the last thing he wanted to see. But even if he let her go to another man's side, he still wouldn't be able to do it. He was in a dilemma!

"Hey!" I miss home again. I'm really curious about this sister-in-law of mine. She can actually make our cold-faced diligent king wander around again and again. What kind of beauty is she? A woman's charm is really that great! " Lan Ruocheng teased him with a look of yearning.

Murong Yu rolled his eyes at him and said, "I think you're too idle. After we go back, let Father point out a marriage for you!"

"What!?" Don't, don't, don't... Even though beauties are cute, they are also very annoying. I don't want to get married yet, but I managed to escape my father's forced marriage several times. Don't put out the emperor to scare me … "Otherwise, I won't be going back to Jincheng City!" Lan Rui immediately stopped laughing and lamented in his heart. This Murong Yu guy was really too boring. He was just joking around and always used this trick to scare him. He was really afraid that he would be done for one day.

"Your Royal Highness, news has come from Jiang Du, Zhao Yuan, who is on guard duty in Jiang Du, is very close with the officials from both sides. On the surface, he doesn't seem to have any evidence of collusion with Meng City or Yucheng, but after the new year, there will be a beauty contest. I heard that Zhao Yuan, although born a martial general, is fond of beauties, and loves to flirt with mediocre people. Black Thirteen, who did not have any news from before, suddenly appeared in this quiet guest room while covered in snow and reporting.

Lan Ruocheng smiled, "Not bad, not bad. Interesting. Yu, let's go to Jiangdu and take a look at the liveliness!"

Murong Yu was still mumbling to himself when Black Thirteen continued, "Subordinate came to Yucheng from Jiangdu and discovered that the snow this year was a little severe. Many houses were stormy and many houses were destroyed, and many commoners were starving and freezing. I don't know if any officials will report the disaster to the imperial court.

"That's right, this is a big problem, it's almost the end of the year, the snow this year is much bigger than the previous years, the people will definitely be affected, these corrupt officials probably don't have the conscience to go and help the victims, we have to think of something quickly." Murong Yu looked out the window at the endless snowfall and his heart was filled with worry.

Lan Ruocheng also said, "If they don't report it, are we going to report it to the court and give an order for disaster relief?"

"No!" "I don't believe that these towns don't have any good officials. Thirteen, go through all the official registers and pick out a few people you can use. We'll use their name to help the commoners."

"Yes sir!" Black Thirteen heard the order and went to do his work again, braving the snow and wind.

Mu Rong Yu also stood up and put on his cloak as he said, "The snow won't stop anytime soon. We can't just sit in the house and wait, we have to go out and take a look. Since there are disasters in the past, they will report it to the public, but how many of the court's relief money will actually reach the public? These bastards all need to eat their fill, so we must make them vomit some."

"That's right, since you still can't reveal your identity, why don't you follow me to become a rich and poor robber. Let's first step on him and work a bit harder tonight. Then, we can visit more warehouses!" Lan Ruocheng was beaming with joy when he talked about this. It seemed that he had a lot of experience in this field.

Although Murong Yu didn't quite agree with him, he didn't immediately oppose his idea. Using extreme methods in extreme times would sometimes require modifications! Even if he used his identity as a prince to make the official merchants open up their stores, how long would that last? If they couldn't treat their roots, they had to remain calm. They had to thoroughly understand these people's background. Leave those who are available and plant some hope for the people.

On the main street of Yucheng City, there was a boundless blizzard and very few people. Mu Rong Yu and Lan Ruocheng rode slowly with their bamboo hats on. They only saw one or two peddlers that didn't have much business walking back and forth by the side of the road, warming their hands from time to time.

"Scram! Don't interfere with our business!" A shout came from the entrance of a restaurant. Two thin and small beggar-like youths were pushed out onto the street.

The younger one said, "Brother, let's go. The waiter here is too snobbish. We don't have much to eat. I'm so cold, let's go back to the rundown temple."

"No!" It has already been two days since I last ate anything. I don't know when this Gui Xue will stop. If this goes on, I'll freeze to death! " The big one kicked up a cloud of snow and cursed.

"If you want to freeze to death, then freeze to death. I don't want to be looked down upon anymore. Now that I'm like this, what's the point in living!" The little one was still a bit stubborn. With that, she turned around and left.

The older one sighed and stood still for a moment before chasing after him and crying out, "Ah!" It's better to just live on, it doesn't matter if we die. That dog official is still alive and well. Aunt Hong is still sick, so even if we don't eat, we have to get something for her to eat! "

The little one paused for a moment before hurrying forward. Two small figures seemed to be about to disappear within the boundless blizzard. Murong Yu said to Lan Ruochen, "Let's go and take a look!"