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"Third brother, all the people you arranged to stay in the Prime Minister's residence should be withdrawn!"

Since Xiao Wen isn't leaving, there's no need to have someone guard him.

Just leave two people to guard it.

Let's take him back to jail after we finish our business tomorrow!

Three days later, the Xiao family will be going to their place of exile.

Don't worry about anything else.

You must find the young master of the Xiao family within three days, and then let that child be exiled with Xiao Wen and the others!

"Alright, your mother is here. You may leave through the side hall!"

Emperor Wenchang frowned. It seemed that the Imperial Noble Consort knew that the third prince had entered the palace.

This is because she was afraid that the third prince would suffer a loss, so she rushed to his rescue. It seems that she has also planted spies in her own palace.

They're really bold; their ambitions are growing bigger and bigger.

"Yes, but I don't know why Father insisted on capturing the young master of the Xiao family and sending him to exile. Why not just deal with him directly to prevent future troubles?"

Anyway, the Xiao family didn't know either; all they knew was that the young master of the Xiao family had escaped.

Xie Jingxing felt that since they had already caught him, there was no need to do this anymore.

"You don't know anything, you bastard!"

Why would you kill a five-year-old child?

Do you think it's okay if no one knows you killed him?

There are no secrets that stay hidden forever; sooner or later, someone will find out.

Are you going to be condemned by the whole world?

They're calling our Heavenly Family cold-blooded and heartless, saying we wouldn't even spare a five-year-old child?

"He's only five years old. We let him stay with his family. Don't you know what the North is?"

Let alone the north, even the journey to exile is incredibly difficult, as ordinary people know.

The men of the Xiao family don't even know if they can survive until they reach the North, let alone a sickly five-year-old child. Don't you think about that...?

Why dirty your hands and leave behind a legacy of infamy?

The journey to exile was extremely arduous, especially since the northern regions had cold winters and scorching summers.

I've heard that the only son of the Xiao family was frail from childhood; it seems he might have already... died before even reaching their destination.

Emperor Wenchang was furious. Although the idea of ​​eliminating the third son completely was not wrong in general, it was inevitably too cruel.

Just now, when he said he was going to kill Young Master Xiao, there was not the slightest hesitation in his expression.

Such brutality inevitably chilled Emperor Wenchang's heart. If Prince Cheng were to become emperor in the future, would he discard him like a used tool and then kill him cleanly as well?

"Father, you are so thoughtful, I am truly humbled!"

"I will need to learn much from you in the future."

As expected, experience matters; Father Emperor was able to eliminate his enemies without lifting a finger.

"Think things through before you act. Alright, you may leave now. Your mother is coming in."

Emperor Wenchang waved his hand, and Xie Jingxing bowed and left through the side hall.

Then he heard his mother's footsteps coming in. He listened for a couple of minutes and then turned and left.

After leaving the palace, he rode to the Prime Minister's residence, told Liu Wei to withdraw his men, and left only two guards.

The next day, Old Man Chen returned with the news and entered the courtyard, beaming as he said, "Miss Tao'er, young master, today when I went to the street to look for a shop, I inquired about some news and unexpectedly heard some good news."

Tao'er immediately poured him a cup of tea and said with a smile, "Uncle Chen, you've worked hard. Have some tea first, don't rush, talk slowly."

Although Ayan sat to the side without saying a word, he listened intently.

He was eager to know what good news Grandpa Chen had brought back.

"I learned today that the city gates have been reopened and people can now enter and exit."

They still conducted very thorough checks and inspections.

It's probably aimed at the two of you.

Old Chen took a few sips of tea and said.

"Uncle Chen, is there any other good news?"

Tao'er was also a little anxious.

"Furthermore, the Imperial Guards and soldiers who searched for people during the day have also disappeared."

It seems they've given up looking for him.

Peach Girl, isn't this a great thing for you?

Then we'll have the opportunity to send you out.

Mr. Chen was very happy.

Because it would never be safe for Tao'er and her companion to stay in the city.

"Father, are you telling the truth?"

"Now that the soldiers outside have withdrawn, are we allowed to freely enter the city gates?"

Chen Ping'an, who was carrying a bowl of green beans, walked over and overheard this. He immediately asked in surprise.

"Of course it's true. I didn't believe it at first, but after visiting several places, everyone said the same thing."

That way, people won't panic and be afraid to go out.

Mr. Chen said with certainty.

Both father and son were very happy, and even Ayan was delighted.

She then asked happily, "Sister Tao'er, can we go see our parents off the day after tomorrow?"

Tao'er refused outright, "No, that's too dangerous!"

Although the soldiers have withdrawn, it is still dangerous for the two of us.

Ah Yan, don't forget, there are still portraits of the two of us plastered all over the streets.

"Oh, then we'll deliver it secretly, without showing our faces, okay?"

Sister Peach, please…”

Ayan grabbed Tao'er's hand and pleaded sweetly.

Tao'er felt reluctant, but she still shook her head hard. "Ayan, I can't agree to this."

I promised the old lady and the prime minister that I would ensure your safety, and I cannot take such a big risk.

Ah Yan, don't you say you'll listen to Sister Tao'er?

"Now you're not listening?"

Ayan stopped talking, his little face scrunched up in a pitiful expression.

"Miss Tao'er, how about I take Young Master Ayan out to see the Prime Minister and the others off..."

I will be very careful.

Last night wasn't very good...

Chen Ping'an felt a little reluctant to do it.

"No, Uncle Chen, it was late at night yesterday. The Prime Minister and his men set off during the day. In full view of everyone, the risk is too high."

There's no room for discussion on this.

Tao'er still refused, her tone leaving no room for argument.

If they are discovered, not only will Ayan be in danger, but the Chen family will also be implicated.

"Uncle Chen, please stop talking, I'm not going."

Thank you. Sister Tao is right, that would be too dangerous.

Ayan said obediently, and then said to Tao'er, "Sister Tao'er, Ayan was wrong."

"Okay, Ah Yan, go back inside. There's your favorite White Rabbit milk candy inside."

She took out a few more White Rabbit milk candies this morning.

Kids love candy, and White Rabbit milk candy is quite delicious; she loves it too.

Eating something sweet can help when you're in a bad mood.

Although the little guy is being so well-behaved, he must still be feeling bad inside.

Ayan nodded and then went back inside.

Old Man Chen asked worriedly, "Young Master Ayan, is he alright?"

"Why don't I go in and see him, and say a few words to him?"

Chen Pingan asked with a worried expression.

Tao'er shook her head. "Uncle Chen, it's alright. Let him have some peace and quiet."

This is good for him; he has to learn to grow up gradually.

"Alright, Miss Tao, you and my father can chat slowly. I'm going to cook."

Chen Ping'an picked up the prepared green beans and turned to go to the kitchen, glancing out of the corner of his eye at the room where A Yan and the others were staying, still feeling a little worried.

Tao'er nodded, "Okay, then thank you for your hard work, Uncle Chen."

After Chen Ping'an left, Tao'er lowered her voice and asked, "Uncle Chen, besides what you just mentioned, is there any other news?"

Tao'er felt that something was wrong!