With a wave of his hand, the Prince's Mansion's fortune exploded throughout the entire cap

Xiao Chengyan looked at Xiao Jingjing with surprise in his eyes, then smiled gently, squatted down, gently rubbed her head, and said softly, "Little Jingjing, the Northern Border is very dangerous, and the plague is terrible and contagious. You are still too young to go with your father. You stay in the manor with your grandmother and mother, okay? When your father defeats the plague, he will come back to be with you, eat osmanthus cake with you, play with you, and tell you stories about the Northern Border."

"No! Jingjing doesn't want to stay in the manor!" Little Jingjing shook her head vigorously, her eyes reddening, but she held back her tears, clenched her little fists, and said firmly.

[Jingjing isn't afraid of the plague! Jingjing has some magic that can protect her and help her father! Jingjing can use her magic to check on the situation of the people in the North, monitor the plague's movements, help her father find an antidote, and comfort the people. Jingjing won't hold her father back! Father, please take Jingjing with you. Jingjing really wants to go with you, wants to help the people of the North, and wants the sick children to get better quickly and reunite with their families.]

Lu Wenshu quickly stepped forward, gently patted Xiao Jingjing's head, and said softly, "Little Jingjing, be good. Listen to your father and stay in the manor, okay? The Northern Border is really dangerous. The plague is contagious. You're too young, and your immune system is weak. If you catch the plague, you'll get sick and feel terrible. Grandmother and sister-in-law will be very worried about you. If you stay in the manor and behave well, you'll be helping your father and contributing to the fight against the plague, okay?"

"No!" Little Jingjing shook her head again, tugging at Xiao Chengyan's clothes, pleading, "Father, please take Jingjing with you! Jingjing is really not afraid! Jingjing is very strong, she can block the plague and won't get infected! Besides, Jingjing misses Father very much. If Father leaves, Jingjing will miss you so much. Jingjing wants to stay by Father's side every day, help Father with things, and help Father defeat this big bad plague."

[Father! Jingjing knows magic! Waaah, why is there a rule in the celestial realm that you can't tell mortals you know magic? Otherwise, if Father knew, he could have taken me there!]

Looking into Xiao Jingjing's determined eyes, filled with expectation and pleading, Xiao Chengyan felt a pang of heartache and deep emotion. He knew that Xiao Jingjing was simple-minded but kind-hearted, concerned for the common people, and, being a beautiful and lovely princess personally appointed by the Emperor, she might indeed be able to offer some assistance.

The Duke of Ningguo, standing to the side, looked at Xiao Jingjing with a kind smile and said, "Prince Jing, why don't you take the little princess with you? She's young and innocent, and might be able to comfort the sick children in the Northern Border. Besides, Your Highness has female guards who can protect her and keep an eye on things for us, so she won't be a hindrance. I will also arrange for dedicated guards to protect the little princess and ensure she doesn't suffer any harm."

Xiao Chengyan hesitated for a moment, looking at Xiao Jingjing's expectant eyes, and finally nodded, saying gently, "Alright, Father promises you, I'll take you with me to the Northern Border. But you must promise Father that once we arrive, you must be obedient, you mustn't run around, you mustn't leave Father's and the guards' side without permission, you mustn't get close to sick people, and you must take good care of yourself. If you disobey, Father will send you back to the capital, okay?"

"Okay! Okay! Jingjing promises Father!" Little Jingjing clapped her hands excitedly, a bright smile spreading across her face. She quickly added, "Jingjing will definitely be obedient, won't run around, won't leave Father and the guards without permission, won't go near sick people, will protect herself well, will never hold Father back, and will even help Father with chores and defeat the plague!"

Watching this scene, Lu Wenshu felt a pang of reluctance, but she knew that Xiao Chengyan had made up his mind. Moreover, Xiao Jingjing was stubborn; if she wasn't taken along, she would definitely cry and fuss at home, which would only affect everyone's mood. She stepped forward, gently straightened Xiao Jingjing's cotton-padded coat, and patted her head, saying softly, "Little Jingjing, when you get to the Northern Border, you must listen to your father and the Duke of Ningguo, and listen to your guard brothers. Take good care of yourself and don't worry your father and us. Mother has prepared some osmanthus cakes and osmanthus sugar for you, which are in your little bundle. You can eat some when you're hungry. There are also some warm clothes; remember to wear them. The Northern Border is very cold, so don't get cold."

"Yes, Mother!" Little Jingjing nodded, a sweet smile on her face. "Thank you, Mother. Jingjing will take good care of herself and will listen to Father and the Duke of Ningguo. I won't let you worry. Mother, you must also take good care of Grandmother, Second Brother, and yourself~ When Jingjing and Father come back, Jingjing will bring you a little gift from the Northern Territory!"

"Okay, Mother will wait." Lu Wenshu nodded, a tear welling up in her eyes. She forced herself to remain calm and said, "Your Highness, I'm entrusting Little Jingjing to you. You must take good care of her and protect her safety. If you encounter any difficulties, please send a message back immediately. We will all be worried about you."

"Don't worry, Shu'er, I will." Xiao Chengyan nodded and said solemnly, "I will take good care of Xiao Jingjing and protect her safety. I will also take good care of myself. Once we have resolved the plague, I will return with good news to reunite with you. I entrust the affairs of the manor to you and Mother. You must manage the affairs of the manor well, take good care of Mother, and keep an eye on the movements of Liu Ruyan and Marquis Yongyi. Do not be careless."

Just then, Xiao Shulang also rushed over. He was wearing a plain-colored long robe and had a firm expression. He walked up to Xiao Chengyan, bowed and said, "Brother, I have already discussed it with Mother and Sister-in-law. I will not go to Qingyang Academy. I will stay in the capital to manage the affairs of the mansion. I will go to Qingyang Academy when you return."

Xiao Chengyan frowned.