The evil woman becomes the concubine and the villain is crushed to ashes

Xie Lingxi finally came to her senses and looked at the handkerchief handed to her with a faint scent of plants.

"No need!"

Then he looked for his handkerchief in his sleeve, but realized that he had come in such a hurry that he didn't bring it with him...

Xie Lingxi gave a dry laugh.

Rong Jingchen smiled and moved the handkerchief closer.

"Use mine, it's okay."

Xie Lingxi took it embarrassedly, her cheeks feeling a little hot.

"Thank you very much, Your Highness!"

After saying that, he wiped his forehead casually and subconsciously wanted to return the handkerchief. Thinking of the sweat stains on it, it would be a bit rude to return it like this...

Just as he was hesitating, Rong Jingchen snatched the handkerchief from him, as if he was snatching it away, as if he was afraid that he would not return it to him.

Xie Lingxi felt a little strange and looked over suspiciously.

Rong Jingchen clenched his fist, put it on his lips, coughed twice, and smiled: "I'm glad you're okay."

He then avoided Xie Lingxi's scrutinizing gaze, turned around and sat back in his seat, and asked Xie Lingxi to sit down as well.

Xie Lingxi was confused for a moment, but still sat down as Rong Jingchen asked.

Rong Jingchen immediately said, "There is a sheep plague. I have to go back to the border immediately. If you need anything for the Xie family, I will definitely help. You can write to me or ask your eldest brother to pass the message to me."

Rong Jingchen took the initiative to change the subject, and Xie Lingxi's focus suddenly shifted from the handkerchief to the sheep plague.

The most important thing at the moment is really the sheep plague.

Xie Lingxi felt a little guilty. In her previous life, Prince Chen should have been at the border or on his way to the border at this time, so he would have been able to control the sheep plague in time.

But in this life, because of the falling out between him and Xiao Zhan, the two families have been in confrontation. Prince Chen was worried about the Xie family and had been staying in the capital. He didn't know whether he would be able to make it in time to the border this time.

So Xie Lingxi immediately said, "Your Highness, this matter is indeed very serious. You should go back quickly. If it weren't for the Xie family, it wouldn't have delayed such an important matter for Your Highness. Lingxi apologizes to Your Highness on behalf of the Xie family."

Rong Jingchen didn't care. He spoke in a calm tone and comforted Xie Lingxi instead.

"You don't have to blame yourself. It has already happened. Besides, I have left many capable soldiers at the border. Even without me, they can hold on for a while. Now that the signs have been discovered, even if they cannot be completely extinguished, they should be able to control the situation. Wait for me to return."

"But now I really can't delay any longer and have to leave quickly. But don't worry, I will definitely keep my promise to return to the capital. As for helping the Xie family, I am not just saying it casually. If there is any need, you and your eldest brother can send me a message at any time."

Xie Lingxi was touched. Even at this critical moment, Prince Chen was still worrying about her family. Xie Lingxi felt that she had nothing to repay him for.

As the saying goes, give a favor and reciprocate a favor.

Since Prince Chen is so considerate of the Xie family, the Xie family must at least reciprocate the favor.

After thinking about it, Xie Lingxi made a suggestion.

"Your Highness, we don't know how this sheep plague was caused. Although doctors in the border areas have seen more strange diseases than doctors in the capital, we don't know if they are enough or if there are any experts. I'm afraid you will be busy for a while when you go to the border this time."

"I also want to do something for Your Highness. How about I spend a lot of money to hire some powerful doctors to accompany Your Highness to the border? Oh, and we also need to prepare herbs for treatment. But I'm afraid there aren't that many in stock in the capital. Your Highness can buy some on the way to the border."

Xie Lingxi was still there talking to herself, Rong Jingchen's mouth curled up, obviously very happy.

Si Ling saw it clearly.

Originally, I thought that I shouldn't tell Miss Xie about this matter, but seeing that Miss Xie looked sincere and wanted to share His Highness' worries, I gave up those thoughts.

Xie Lingxi kept talking to herself, becoming more and more excited, and was finally interrupted by Rong Jingchen.

"Lingxi, you don't have to be like this. I have to go to the border as soon as possible. I can't bring so many people and herbs on the road. Don't worry. Although the border is a bitter and cold place, these things are still there. As the saying goes, everything is interdependent. If there is sheep plague, there is nothing in the world that can suppress it. You don't have to worry."

After hearing Rong Jingchen's reminder, Xie Lingxi realized that she had been too inconsiderate.

Prince Chen must be in a hurry to return to the border this time. Carrying so many burdens will definitely affect his journey.

After thinking about it, Xie Lingxi's eyes lit up again.

"Your Highness is right! Carrying so many things would definitely be a burden. How about this? I'll go back and collect some silver and exchange it all for banknotes. Your Highness can just take the banknotes and go on the road. This way, it won't waste time. Your Highness, wait for me. I'll be there right away!"

Xie Lingxi knew that the situation was urgent and there was no time to delay, so after saying something, she quickly ran out, and Rong Jingchen didn't even have time to refuse.

Seeing that Xie Lingxi had already gone out, he subconsciously wanted to chase her, but was stopped by Si Ling.

"Get out of the way." Rong Jingchen cursed angrily.

Si Ling said happily.

"Your Highness, it's rare that Miss Xie has such a kind heart. Since you want to raise money, then we should accept it. After all, the Xie family is a marquisate and has many shops and workshops in the capital. They are just some material possessions. It's a rare kind heart. Why can't Your Highness accept it?"

Rong Jingchen said unhappily.

"We have to pack up and leave as soon as possible. As for the Xie family's money... the sheep plague is the court's business. What does it have to do with the Xie family? We can't spend the Xie family's money."

Si Ling looked helpless.

"Your Highness, the sheep plague is indeed something the court should be concerned about, but you know that our treasury is empty. What's more, the emperor doesn't like you and has always just given orders directly. As for what to do and how much money to spend, it's up to you, Your Highness, to worry about it."

“The sheep plague is coming in full force. No matter how much money Miss Xie can raise for us this time, it is indispensable to us. What’s more, the money Miss Xie gives is not just for official business.”

Si Ling smiled as if he deserved a beating.

"Your Highness, Miss Xie is so generous to you. This is a token of her love. Relationships are mutual and can only develop if they are mutually beneficial. Your Highness has been hiding his feelings. When will Miss Xie be able to see through them? Will it always be like this?"

Rong Jingchen's expression was serious: "Now is not the right time. I have been exiled to the frontier and cannot make any promises to Miss Xie."

Si Ling curled his lips.

"If Your Highness really thought so, Your Highness would not have interfered when Miss Xie met the Fifth Prince."

Si Ling was so bold that he dared to confront His Highness head-on. Rong Jingchen's face darkened.

Although Si Ling was a little scared, he still spoke seriously.

"Your Highness, I am thinking of you wholeheartedly. The date of your return to the capital is indeed uncertain, but you cannot say nothing. You cannot tell Miss Xie nothing. What if Miss Xie's good deeds are discovered by others before you return to the capital?"