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In an inn outside of the Southern Marsh Country's capital.

Nan Yulan pushed open a door with great familiarity and walked in.

"You're here." The man in the room asked without looking back.

"Greetings, Master." Nan Yu Lan immediately knelt down and bowed.

"Hurry and get up." The people in the room finally turned around. A middle-aged man about fifty years of age, he looked very lonely.

Nan Yu Lan revealed a smile, "Master, I didn't expect you to return from the Mi Nation so quickly. How's the matter?"

The middle-aged man let out a long sigh, "This trip home was not as smooth as I thought. "Over the years, the Honmi Country has been ruled by the Southern Marsh Country, and the people seem to enjoy such a peaceful and happy life …"

Nan Yulan thought to herself, for the common people, no matter who was the emperor, whoever was in charge, as long as they could live a peaceful life, they would have three meals a day and enough food, with nothing else to ask for! But for her master, restoring her country was his greatest wish. As long as she didn't return for another day, he wouldn't be willing to give up until she got her revenge.

The middle-aged man continued, "I believe that when royal father died in battle, his Imperial Jade Seal was also brought into the palace by the Southern Marsh Country. If I can rely on this object, I believe I can obtain the support of the loyal people of Ximi."

"Master, you mean you want to steal the Imperial Jade Seal from the palace?" Nan Yu Lan listened attentively, and immediately understood the meaning behind his master's words.

The middle-aged man nodded, "That's what I meant."

"Since Master has already decided, I will do my best."

The middle-aged man shook his head, "There are many experts in the palace. It's impossible to obtain the Imperial Jade Seal with your martial arts skills. Master has decided to make a personal trip to the Imperial Palace this time. "

"You're going alone?" Nan Yu Lan said worriedly: "Master, why don't you let your disciple go with you. I can't be at ease if you go alone."

"No, this is dangerous. I can't let you take the risk." The middle-aged man didn't agree with her idea at all.

"Master, please let me go with you. disciple's martial arts may not be high, but at least I have some form of protection. " Nan Yulan pleaded, showing her sincerity.

After hearing what Nan Yulan had said, the middle-aged man pondered for a moment and finally sighed: "That's fine too, since you've decided to do this, I have nothing to say."

Nan Yu Lan's face revealed a happy expression: "Thank you, Master."

The middle-aged man got up and poured a cup of tea for Nan Yulan: "You are tired too. Drink some water and have a rest."

Nan Yu Lan took the cup of tea and took a sip.

The middle-aged man then asked, "I heard that you handled this matter for King Xuan and are currently in the process of being arrested by the imperial government. Is this true?"

"That's true. Originally, I poisoned Ning Wang, but the emperor was furious and sent people to investigate this matter. "Since King Xuan can't protect himself, I'm on the wanted list right now." Nan Yulan answered truthfully.

"I didn't expect that King Xuan would be so useless. If I wanted to come, I would have thought that he was the most intelligent amongst the princes. I really didn't think that I'd misjudged him." The middle-aged man sneered.

"I didn't expect that at this point, there would be no other way." Nan Yulan smiled bitterly. She hadn't expected things to get so out of hand.

"Perhaps this is because someone framed King Xuan. I know that King Ding has great foresight, but how do you know that he hasn't participated in this matter?" The middle-aged man thought for a while, but his thoughts were clear.

"Master is right."

"Then are the disciples of our sect implicated?" the middle-aged man asked worriedly.

Nan Yu Lan shook his head: "Nothing. My disciple knew about this beforehand and sent everyone away beforehand. None of our disciples were injured."

"That's good. We have to conserve our strength."

"Master, don't worry. I will kill the other princes one step at a time. I won't let you down." Nan Yu Lan was brought up by his master, and had feelings for him like a father.

The middle-aged man smiled, "Actually, I don't want you to go with me."

"Master, how can I not know what you mean?" Nan Yu Lan said softly, and then placed the sword in his hand on the table.

"Master knows that you're considerate. The reason I'm here today is to retrieve the Imperial Jade Seal as soon as possible. We can't delay this any longer!" As the middle-aged man spoke, he looked at Southcloud as if he had made up his mind. "When we find out the news, we will make a trip to the Imperial Palace."

"I'll follow whatever Master says." Nan Yu Lan said with certainty.

The sky was clear, and the spring sun was shining brightly.

Shang Yiqing rode on a palanquin towards the palace. Today, news had come from the palace, saying that the empress had gotten sick, which was why she was planning to go to the palace and see what was going on.

Arriving at the palace, he saw the empress lying on the bed, still in good spirits.

"Chenqie greets the Empress." Shang Yiqing bowed and walked over.

"Princess Rong is still the most obedient." Empress Chen smiled with a face full of love.

Shang Yiqing stepped forward. "Esteemed wangfei, chenqie heard that you're not feeling well."

"I'm only coughing a little. I'll be fine after taking two pills." Empress Chen said amiably.

"Empress, you must have caught a cold, but the problem is not serious. A few portions of medicine and you'll be fine." Shang Yiqing comforted her. She really did like Empress Chen's amiable demeanor. Although she had a noble air about her, she was amiable and did not have the airs of a queen at all.

"Imperial Concubine Rong, since you've come today, you should accompany me properly. Please don't be in such a hurry to go back." Since she didn't have any children of her own, Empress Chen felt that Shang Yiqing was very popular.

Shang Yiqing smiled brightly, "My lady, I've come here today to keep you company. Even if you wanted me to return early, I had no intention of leaving."

Empress Chen bowed slightly, but Shang Yiqing hurried forward to help her up.

"Since you've come, accompany me on a tour around." Although she was coughing a little, Empress Chen was in a good mood.

When they arrived, Shang Yiqing knew that the weather was not bad and that there was no wind, so she happily agreed and left the Jadeite Temple with Empress Chen, heading towards the imperial garden.

When the two arrived at the imperial garden, they saw that it was filled with spring flowers, fake mountains, flowing water, red flowers and green trees. A river ran around the garden, and on the river, a golden red bridge led straight to the center of the river, giving off a feeling of elegance in the shade of a beautiful scenery.

Empress Chen took a few steps forward, sunlight shining through the leaves and onto her face. Although she was already a woman, there was a certain charm to her. The more she looked at her, the more she found her pleasing to look at.

"Imperial Concubine Rong, I've heard that Prince Rong's health has been quite good over this period of time. It's all thanks to you."

Hearing Fang Zinan, Shang Yiqing couldn't help but smile, "Your Highness is being too polite, taking care of Prince Rong is my duty."

Empress Chen smiled and nodded.