Nanny Yang shook her head, tears rolling down her cheeks like beads from a broken string, her voice choking with sobs: "Because of the recent events, and because of the master's bribery of the county magistrate..."

Liu Ziqi's voice was trembling so much that it was almost inaudible, as if the whole person had been drained away: "Don't I have a father anymore?"

He felt that the whole world collapsed at this moment, and all his hopes and reliance disappeared in an instant.

Nanny Yang patted Liu Ziqi's shoulder, tears continuously falling from her cheeks. She suppressed her grief and comforted him, "Master, Madam will only rely on you from now on. You must be strong and take good care of Madam."

......

Chuanzhou Junction

"Chen'er, I warned you that you can't do anything dangerous outside now." Murong De's voice was full of anger and severity.

"Uncle..." Xuan Yuchen just opened his mouth when he was interrupted by Murong De.

"Don't call me uncle!" Murong De shouted harshly.

Xuan Yuchen's heart tightened, and he quickly lowered his head: "I'm sorry, uncle."

"Your mother is still suffering in the palace, but you are here distracted by your love life. Chen'er, you disappoint me so much." Murong De's voice was full of disappointment and heartache.

"Uncle, I know I was wrong. But Xueer...she suffered so much injustice, I..." Xuan Yuchen's voice was a little choked. He couldn't imagine what kind of pain his beloved was going through.

"If you dare to take risks for that girl again, I guarantee that she will not survive." Murong De's tone was cold and ruthless. This was his last warning to Xuan Yuchen.

Xuan Yuchen clenched his fists, his nails digging deeply into his flesh, but he did not refute, just silently endured it all.

"You are not allowed to leave this yard even once this year." Murong De gave the order again.

"Uncle..." Xuan Yuchen wanted to say something, but Murong De had already flicked his sleeves and turned away.

"Master, please go in first." Xuan Liu stepped forward and advised.

Xuan Yuchen looked at Murong De's departing back, his heart full of struggle and pain. He knew Murong De was doing this for his own good, but he couldn't let go of his worry and concern for Xue'er.

"Xuan Liu, was I wrong? But Xue'er...she suffered so much injustice, I...I can't bear it." Xuan Yuchen's voice trembled a little. He didn't know what he should do to protect Xue'er and not let Murong De down.

"I have no regrets. If she is well, I will be well."

''master....''

Xuan Liu stood silently by, knowing that his master was going through a difficult decision.

.......

"Master, are you too strict in teaching the prince?" Butler Murong asked cautiously.

"If he is not strict, how can he survive in this difficult situation? If something happens to him, what will happen to our family?" Murong De replied in a deep voice.

"Master, I have one more thing to report to you." Butler Murong continued.

"Is it about the matter I asked you to investigate before?" Murong De asked.

"Yes, sir." Butler Murong nodded.

"How is it? What are the results of the investigation?" Murong De's voice revealed a hint of nervousness.

"The prince's sweetheart is Miss Jiang Xue, who has a high yield of grain." Butler Murong replied.

Murong De was shocked when he heard this and stood up suddenly: "Are you serious? Have you investigated this matter thoroughly?"

"Master, the spies from the Shadow Department have obtained accurate information and have blocked the news." Butler Murong answered affirmatively.

Murong De's eyes flashed with a gleam of light: "This Chen'er is really the son chosen by heaven. With the help of Miss Jiang, won't the world be within easy reach?"

Upon hearing this, Butler Murong muttered in a low voice: "Hey, Master, didn't you just say you wanted to kill her?"

Murong De glared at Butler Murong and said in a deep voice, "This is a different time now. Now that we have the help of Miss Jiang, how can we give up easily? Go and make arrangements. Make sure Miss Jiang is safe and don't let her get hurt."

Butler Murong nodded quickly, but secretly complained in his heart: This expression changes too quickly!

"Let me elaborate on the matter between the Crown Prince and Miss Jiang..."

half an hour later

After hearing the details of Jiang Xue and Xuan Yuchen's relationship from Butler Murong, Murong De frowned slightly, as if he had realized some important information. He thought for a moment and confirmed again: "Wait, does this Miss Jiang know Chen'er's true identity?"

Butler Murong recalled the previous investigation results and replied: "According to the information we have, the prince did not seem to reveal his true identity when he was dating Miss Jiang. Miss Jiang only knew that he was a noble, but she didn't seem to know who he was."

Murong De nodded gently, with a complicated expression on his face. He was pleased that Xuan Yuchen and Jiang Xue's relationship was sincere and not mixed with any considerations of power and status; but he was also worried that if Jiang Xue didn't know Xuan Yuchen's true identity, it might bring her unnecessary trouble and danger in the future.

"I understand." After thinking for a moment, Murong De said to Butler Murong, "You can go down. Remember to protect Miss Jiang secretly and ensure her safety. At the same time, you should also pay attention to her relationship with Chen'er, but remember not to interfere too much."

Butler Murong bowed and replied, "Yes, sir. I will do as you say." After that, he turned and left the study.

Murong De stood alone in the study, looking at the moonlight outside the window, with a myriad of thoughts in his mind.

Seven Days Later, Yun County Suburbs

"Ms. Jiang, everything is ready, except for the east wind! We are just waiting for your seeds," Zhou Yisheng said with a smile on his face.

"Don't worry, Master Zhou. I have prepared everything." Jiang Xue replied with a smile.

"Great! We can send someone to pick it up later. By then, the experts I have arranged will provide guidance one by one." Zhou Yisheng could not hide his excitement.

"Thank you, Mr. Zhou, for your careful arrangements." Jiang Xue burst into tears of gratitude.

"Miss Jiang, if this plan is successful, you will definitely be the number one hero!" Zhou Yisheng praised generously.

"I am not worthy of this position. All of this is due to Master's long-cherished wish." Jiang Xue responded modestly, with a faint smile on her face. She lowered her head slightly, as if recalling something.

"Oh? Master? May I ask who you are?" Zhou Yisheng asked curiously, his eyes sparkling. He was full of curiosity about this mysterious master and wanted to know what kind of person could train such an outstanding disciple.

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