Golden Branch

Chapter 424 Undercurrent
"Ashilin, do we have to go to Nanzhou to get that secret medicine? Can't we think of a way?"

As her pregnancy progressed, Wang Heng began to act more and more anxious in front of Ashlin.

Ashlin could clearly see that the eyes of the noble Princess Dayu were gradually filled with anxiety.

She also began to reject and be wary of all opposite sexes, including Ashlin.

Especially Ashlin, Wang Heng's attitude towards her is very subtle.

When facing Ashlin, Wang Heng's clear and beautiful eyes showed obvious displeasure, but for some reason, she had to put on a forced smile and pretend to be nice to her.

Ashlin understood that there was only one reason why Wang Heng was so "compromising": she had something she wanted - a secret medicine.

"See? This is the sorrow of women!"

"You're clearly afraid of me and hate me, but because you want my help, you have to please me!"

Well, okay, “flattering” is a bit of an exaggeration.

After all, Wang Heng was just having wild thoughts due to pregnancy anxiety and had not truly experienced the benefits of the secret medicine.

She is still half-believing and half-doubting the secret medicine.

She has not yet reached the point of bowing down for the secret medicine.

Wang Heng was only a little more enthusiastic than polite to Ashlin, but Ashlin had already seen the possibility of successfully controlling Wang Heng in the future.

She suppressed her pride and excitement and pretended to be embarrassed: "Princess, I am incompetent, please forgive me!"

"No, I don't blame you! I just thought, if you need money or manpower, you can tell me! These are not a problem!"

Wang Heng said this in a very generous manner.

She is not bragging, but she really has the confidence to do so.

She has money and power, and many problems can be solved with just a word for her.

A complex expression flashed across Ashlin's eyes. She certainly knew that Wang Heng had the confidence to do so.

The spies in Nanzhou have been secretly sending us news.

The closer she got to Nanzhou, the more news she could get, and the more real it was.

The biggest news in Nanzhou recently was that a group of people came more than ten days ago and spared no effort to renovate the governor's office, regardless of cost.

The clerks and runners of the government office checked the identity tokens of those people and learned that they were servants of the princess's mansion. They were ordered by Princess Langya to come to Nanzhou in advance to relieve the princess's worries.

Officials don’t maintain their offices?

That's for others!
The princess is so noble that she didn't build another princess villa in Nanzhou. It can be seen that she is considerate of the people and does not want to waste their time and money.

In addition to repairing the government office, I heard that those people are also measuring the central axis avenue leading directly to the government office.

Is this the pace of expanding the main road in Nanzhou?
In addition, the manager of the princess's mansion also purchased farmland, forests, etc. outside the city of Nanzhou in advance.

If someone asked, the steward would say calmly, "The vegetables, fruits, meat, eggs, etc. that the princess and her husband use every day are all produced on our farm, so they are more delicious!"

So, all this fuss and money is spent just for a bite to eat?
The local nobles in Nanzhou prided themselves on their wealth and extravagance, but compared to the couple Princess Langya and Duke Qi, they were truly...

The key point is that the person himself has not arrived yet, but the people under him have already made such a big fuss.

The government officials, the local nobles, and the common people could not help but be curious:
If the princess' phoenix carriage arrived, how majestic and grand would it be?
...All these situations were compiled into news and sent to Ashlin.

Ashlin finally understood how huge the difference was between her, a princess, and the real royal daughters.

It's not just the specific money, but the confidence revealed by Wang Heng's words and actions.

Being spoiled and arrogant!
Only when you succeed can you become arrogant!

Wang Heng dared to act so ostentatiously and recklessly because she had absolute capital.

She knew that even if it was too conspicuous, it would not have any bad effects, and she would not be harmed!
This is the real Princess Dayu.

Realizing this, Ashlin felt inexplicably melancholy, and even a hint of jealousy.

"Need not!"

In a moment of emotion, Ashlin forgot to pretend in front of Wang Heng and refused coldly.

After uttering these two words, she suddenly realized: Wang Jiu had not fallen into the trap yet, and now was not the time for her to act arrogantly in front of her.

She has to wait until Wang Jiu uses the secret medicine and has something to hold her back, then she can step on Wang Jiu little by little!
"Princess, please forgive me. I mean, that secret medicine is extremely rare and cannot be obtained with money or human power."

Ashlin tried desperately to make amends and put on a humble attitude again.

Wang Heng was startled at first, and her big round eyes widened.

However, Ashlin's confession was so timely that Wang Heng's expression softened. "Oh! So that's how it is! I thought you didn't want to help me, Ashlin! You were deliberately stalling to manipulate me!"

"I dare not! How dare I disrespect you, Princess?"

In order to express her attitude, Ashlin simply knelt down.

She prostrated herself at Wang Heng's feet, repeatedly assuring her, "Princess, please rest assured. Although this is difficult, I will do my best to help you."

Wang Heng was sitting on the seat, and there was a certain height difference between her and Ashlin who was kneeling on the floor of the carriage.

She looked down at Ashlin from a high position, "Alright! This princess will trust you this time!"

After glancing at Ashlin with disdain, Wang Heng turned to look out the window. "It's only a few dozen miles away from Nanzhou. We'll be there in a day or two!"

"Yes! Princess, I can save you!"

Ashlin acted as humble as she could, but in her heart she was shouting, "Yes! Just one or two days left! Wang Jiu, just wait. As long as you use that secret medicine, you and your wife will become my puppets!"
By then, you will be as humble as me, lying at my feet, wagging your tails and begging for mercy from me!
...On this day, in the morning, the humid and rainy Nanzhou finally had a sunny and fine day.

Under the bright sunshine, a huge city appears majestic.

The tall city gate tower, the city gate guards with relatively strict military discipline, and the people coming in and out... Through the car window, Wang Heng saw scene after scene.

Nanzhou!

After more than a month, they finally arrived.

Outside the city gate, beside the official road, a group of people with elegant attire and noble temperament had already lined up and were waiting.

In recent days, they have been guarding the city gate every day, and the guards almost know them!
"Captain Ah Hu, are you here to greet the princess and the governor again?"

The guard sergeant on duty today is a strong man in his thirties.

He has dark skin, is a little short, but has sharp eyes.

He was wearing a half-worn military uniform with leather armor on the outside. Although he had no height advantage, one could still tell at a glance that he was a veteran who had been on the battlefield and seen blood.

He spoke in a slightly stiff and elegant manner and took the initiative to greet the tall and strong commander.

"Well! According to the time, the princess and her husband will arrive in the next few days!"

Ah Hu was wearing the official uniform of the princess's personal guard. The armor on his body was shiny and bright, and the sword at his waist was also of fine quality.

Even if you don't know his identity and background, just by looking at his attire, you can tell that he is not an ordinary person.

The princess's personal guard, a captain registered in the Ministry of War, and a military officer of the sixth rank.

Even though his appearance was different and he was obviously a Hu person, no one dared to look down on him.

What about the slaves born to Hu Ji?

He followed a good master and was freed from slavery early on. He crossed the class barrier and transformed from a slave into a military officer!
The guard sergeant wanted to say something, but Ah Hu raised his arms and looked into the distance on the official road with his hands on the awning.

"coming!"

After Ah Hu said this, he became very excited.

"Everyone, line up!"

Ah Hu shouted, and the guards who were already standing straight became even more orderly.

They adjusted their team and straightened their appearance in unison.

Then, they followed Ah Hu and walked towards him in an orderly manner.

"Nuahu, meet the princess and my husband!"

"Yeah! Thank you for your hard work, uncle!"

Gently pushing open the car window, Wang Heng's stunning face was faintly visible in the small gap.

She values ​​this guard who has been by her side since childhood very much.

On weekdays, he is basically called "Uncle".

As a noble lady in ancient times, Wang Heng did have deep-rooted class concepts.

However, she is well versed in the art of controlling subordinates: conquering their hearts is the best approach!

Furthermore, in addition to utilitarianism, she also has feelings.

After being master and servant for more than ten years, Ah Hu and others have become half a family member to her.

Calling him "Uncle" affectionately can not only show your affection but also win people's hearts. Why not do it?
"I dare not! This is my duty! Princess, my lord, the Governor's Mansion has been repaired. Please come in person."

After paying his respects, Ah Hu stood up and reported in a deep voice his achievements over the past half month.

"When Uncle does things, my husband and I are most at ease!"

"Lang Jun?"

Wang Heng looked up through the car window at Lou Yu who was already riding on a horse.

She didn't say much, but her question was very obvious.

"Yeah! Let's go into town!"

Lou Yu nodded and said softly.

With Lou Yu's order, the convoy started moving again.

Ahu and other personal guards of the princess came to both sides of the carriage and joined the team to protect the princess.

It was already very powerful, and with the addition of Ah Hu and others, it became even more glorious and prominent.

"Is this Princess Langya? As expected of a royal lady, the princess's procession is truly majestic!"

"...Is that handsome man with a jade face the newly appointed governor of our Nanzhou? He is so young?" It's reliable!

"Youth is great! As the saying goes, 'A young person achieves great things!' Young people are easy to fool!"
Guards, passers-by, and others were watching and discussing the situation.

There were also a few inconspicuous figures swaying in the crowd.

They closely followed the movements of the convoy and followed it all the way to the governor's mansion.

When Ashlin got off the car, she accidentally made eye contact with these people, but as soon as their eyes met, they quickly looked away.

At the same time, the people Lou Yu sent out also quietly returned...