Chapter 730: Zhou Qing Is in Trouble (Part 4)

Chapter 730: Chapter 220: Zhou Qing Is in Trouble (Part 4)

Yang Chuan quickly nodded, maintaining a respectful posture.

Since the death of the Marquis of Ren De, they had all remained in Lingyun Dao, continuing their duties of guarding the Border Region.

But what Yang Chuan and the others hadn’t expected was that the one arriving this time was actually the Eldest Prince.

The Eldest Prince was supposed to be stationed at the border between the Great Nan Country and the Great Zhou Country. Now that he had made the arduous journey here, some of the more astute generals already had their own ideas.

‘Perhaps the relationship between the Great Zhou Country and the Great Yue Country is gradually deteriorating. That must be why His Majesty sent the Eldest Prince, someone he trusts more, to take command of this Border Region.’

When this idea emerged, everyone felt it was quite plausible.

Seeing Yang Chuan speak, the Eldest Prince fell silent for a moment before nodding and saying, “Discuss the handover with my Vice General. Right now, I want to head into the city immediately.”

Yang Chuan was slightly taken aback, but he quickly understood the Eldest Prince’s meaning.

This city was home to the distinguished Shen Bai. The fact that another distinguished figure, the Eldest Prince, had come in person likely meant he was here for Shen Bai.

Otherwise, given the Eldest Prince’s battlefield temperament, he wouldn’t bother entering the city.

Seeing Yang Chuan’s expression, the Eldest Prince said, “Don’t make wild guesses. What I do needs no explanation, nor do you need to think about it. From now on, you only need to complete the tasks I assign you.”

Hearing this, Yang Chuan quickly nodded and didn’t dare say another word.

Only then did the Eldest Prince turn to say a few words to his Vice General before riding off alone toward Lingyun Dao.

Yang Chuan watched the Eldest Prince’s departing figure, his heart filled with anxiety, worried that some new trouble would arise in Lingyun Dao.

After all, they were practically disgraced officials. Now that His Majesty had given them a chance to atone for their failures, they couldn’t afford any mistakes.

The Vice General revealed a smile and said, “Rather than worrying about what might happen in the city, I suggest General Yang quickly begin the handover with me so we can complete the task His Highness the Eldest Prince has assigned.”

Yang Chuan finally snapped back to reality. Pushing all thoughts from his mind, he began the handover with the Vice General.

…

At this moment, Lingyun Dao was a bustling place, but the arrival of the Eldest Prince introduced a somewhat discordant note into the lively atmosphere.

He reeked of the blood and dust of the battlefield, and combined with his tall warhorse, he drew frequent glances from the common folk.

The Eldest Prince rode on like this, slowly making his way toward the Observatory.

He hadn’t gone far when he heard the sound of two figures cutting through the air.

Immediately after, two members of the Observatory descended from the sky and landed before the Eldest Prince. “Your Highness,” they said, “what important business brings you to Lingyun Dao?”

The Eldest Prince swept his gaze over the two Observatory members. “I am going to see Shen Bai. There’s no need to be alarmed.”

The two Observatory members exchanged a look. “Please dismount. The common people have been through a lot. Any sign of trouble could easily frighten them.”

Shen Bai had demanded that Lingyun Dao be stabilized as quickly as possible.

Due to the recent incident with the three counties, they had gone to great lengths just to bring a measure of peace to the people of Lingyun Dao.

Now, even the Jianghu influences that came to Lingyun Dao dared not cause a ruckus.

They were afraid that the Eldest Prince’s grand entrance would cause unnecessary trouble.

The Eldest Prince frowned. After a moment’s thought, he leaped from his horse and landed on the ground. “This way, I can go see Shen Bai, can’t I?”

The Observatory members nodded. One took the horse’s reins while the other walked ahead to lead the way for the Eldest Prince.

Seeing this, the Eldest Prince’s frown deepened.

Before long, under the guidance of the Observatory members, the Eldest Prince arrived at the Lingyun Dao branch of the Observatory.

Wang Teng and Ma Yuan were busy handling important matters, so it was Ding Quan who waited in the courtyard.

As for the Eldest Prince’s arrival in Lingyun Dao, the Observatory had actually received intelligence about it long ago.

After all, if they couldn’t even gather that bit of information, they wouldn’t be called the Observatory.

Ding Quan stepped forward, clasping his hands in a formal greeting. “I am Ding Quan, Your Highness the Eldest Prince.”

Although the Observatory had its own internal ranking system, the Eldest Prince was a member of the Royal Family, so Ding Quan was still required to show proper etiquette.

The Eldest Prince nodded. “I wish to see Shen Bai. You don’t need to show me the way. The Observatory is busy enough as it is, so just tend to your own affairs.”

Ding Quan nodded and pointed toward the five-story building. “Lord Shen is already waiting for Your Highness in his room. Your Highness may proceed there directly.”

Without another word, the Eldest Prince clasped his hands behind his back and strode swiftly toward the five-story building.

Seeing this, Ding Quan waved at the two members who had escorted the Eldest Prince, dismissing them to their duties. He then turned his gaze to the five-story building, a hint of anxiety on his face.

No one knew the Eldest Prince’s true intentions for this visit.

For them, the main concern was that the Eldest Prince was now stationed in Lingyun Dao, and they worried he would clash with Lord Shen.

After all, Shen Bai’s reputation was now renowned throughout the land.

If a conflict did erupt, Ding Quan felt that the entire Lingyun Dao branch of the Observatory would probably side with Shen Bai.

After mulling it over for a moment, Ding Quan forced himself to stop. Ultimately, these matters were not for him to worry about yet.

He and the other Observatory members only needed to await Shen Bai’s orders.

With that thought, Ding Quan returned to his work.

While the various Observatory members were lost in their own thoughts, the Eldest Prince had already climbed the stairs and arrived at the room on the fifth floor.

Inside the room, Shen Bai placed a freshly brewed cup of tea on the table, pushing it toward the edge. “Your Highness has graced me with your presence. Why not have a cup of tea before we discuss business?”