Exile? A mad, wicked woman empties the national treasury to escape famine.

But once the Crown Prince gave the order, even if they were feeling unwell, they could only grit their teeth and endure the lashes.

Xiao Wu was the same. He followed the First Prince, and although the First Prince trusted him somewhat, he didn't hesitate to punish him.

He received the same punishment as the guards, or even a heavier one, because it was his fault for giving poor orders.

Xiao Wu sometimes felt that he was walking on the edge of life and death. Other families would develop some feelings for their masters after serving them for a long time, but the eldest prince treated them worse than dogs.

All the guards left, leaving only the Crown Prince, Ji Yunyao, and Doctor Li nearby.

Ji Yunyao and Doctor Li were both quite far from the carriage, and only Chu Jinsheng was sitting in the carriage at the moment.

Ji Yunyao rolled her eyes, enduring her discomfort, and gradually moved closer to Chu Jinsheng.

Chu Jinsheng kept his eyes fixed ahead, but out of the corner of his eye he noticed Ji Yunyao slowly approaching. His expression turned cold.

"Why are you getting so close to me? You're still sick, so go and rest properly. Don't get so close to me, or I might take my anger out on you and hurt you."

After much deliberation, he chose a more tactful approach, since Ji Yunyao was still of use.

Ji Yunyao gave a bitter smile. How could she not see the fleeting disdain in Chu Jinsheng's eyes?

However, she no longer cares about these things.

She gave a slight twitch of her lips, then reverted to her usual gentle and delicate demeanor.

"Brother Jinsheng, I have an idea, but I don't know if it will work. Would you like to hear it?"

Chu Jinsheng squinted at her. "Do you know what I want to do?"

Ji Yunyao smiled faintly, "Of course. I've known you, Brother Jinsheng, for many years, so of course I know what you're thinking."

That's why I want to help Brother Jinsheng fulfill his wish, Brother Jinsheng...

She bit her lip, trying her best to appear understanding.

"Brother Jinsheng, I know I've been sick lately and caused you a lot of trouble. It just so happens that Ji Yun—oh no, my older sister—knows some medical skills, which has impressed you. To be honest, I was a little shocked too."

Over these past few days, my eldest sister's skills, both in martial arts and medicine, have become truly remarkable. Brother Jinsheng, you're destined for great things; having such a capable person by your side will be like adding wings to a tiger.

"If Brother Jinsheng is willing, Yao'er will definitely help you persuade my eldest sister to work under you from now on."

This was the only way she could think of to break the current situation after thinking it over and over.

Although she was reluctant to admit it, she had to face the fact that Chu Jinsheng was now interested in Ji Yunshu.

She just couldn't understand it. Back in the capital, Chu Jinsheng clearly disliked Ji Yunshu.

Why did Chu Jinsheng's attitude towards Ji Yunshu completely change after only spending some time together?

It went far beyond what he cared about her, which made her feel a sense of crisis.

After thinking about it for a long time, she decided not to break ties with Chu Jinsheng for the time being. Since Chu Jinsheng liked Ji Yunshu so much, she would help him out.

Chu Jinsheng raised an eyebrow, looking at Ji Yunyao with a hint of surprise.

"What did you just say? You're willing to help me? You're not angry?"

As far as he knew, the relationship between Ji Yunyao and Ji Yunshu was not good, and could even be described as very bad. He couldn't understand why Ji Yunyao would do such a thing.

Ji Yunyao shook her head, her tone tinged with grievance.

"Don't be angry, Brother Jinsheng, how could I be angry? I believe that Brother Jinsheng doesn't really like Ji Yunshu, he just wants to have Ji Yunshu by his side as a great help."

As long as it's for Jinsheng's good, Yao'er is willing to do anything.

Since Ji Yunshu will be useful to Brother Jinsheng in the future, Yao'er is naturally willing to help you.

She spoke while tears streamed down her face, but she stubbornly bit her lip, refusing to let herself cry.

Her kind and understanding expression softened Chu Jinsheng's heart.

Ah, his Yao'er is still the best. She's so understanding. If Ji Yunshu were half as obedient as her, he wouldn't be so annoyed.

Seeing Ji Yunyao crying with tears streaming down her face, Chu Jinsheng's voice softened.

"My Yao'er is so sensible. It's true what you said, how could this prince possibly like Ji Yunshu? She's already married. However, you've seen her abilities. In terms of martial arts, even my guards are no match for her."

Moreover, her medical skills are quite good, even comparable to those of the imperial physicians in the palace. This prince travels around all year round, so he must have a capable person by his side!

Physician Li has been by my side for many years, but his medical skills are really lacking. If Ji Yunshu were to be by my side, I would have no worries.

Furthermore, as you've seen, Ji Yunshu is quite adept at winning people over, and her reputation has been quite good along the way. If someone like her were to follow me, my chances of ascending the throne would increase significantly.

At first, I was worried that you would overthink things, so I didn't tell you. I didn't expect you to be so understanding. Not only were you not angry, but you even offered to help. I guess I was overthinking it.

Chu Jinsheng was overjoyed. He had been worried that Ji Yunyao and Ji Yunshu wouldn't get along, but now it seemed that he had worried too much.

With Ji Yunyao's help, he believed that winning over Ji Yunshu was only a matter of time.

After all, Ji Yunyao and Ji Yunshu are both women and half-sisters, so even if there are some minor conflicts, they can quickly get over them.

Ji Yunyao was practically grinding her teeth to powder. She had only had a slight suspicion before, but she wasn't sure, so she tentatively came to talk to Chu Jinsheng about it.

Unexpectedly, Chu Jinsheng was so straightforward and admitted it immediately.

Should we ask her to be more understanding?

They even asked her to help persuade Ji Yunshu. What does that make her?

What does it mean that she has fallen to this point?

If we hadn't listened to Chu Jinsheng and forced Ji Yunshu into the Prince's mansion, none of the subsequent events would have happened!

She will still be the daughter of the Minister's family, and she will not be exiled to that godforsaken place in the Northwest!

Now, even her only supporter, Chu Jinsheng, no longer has his heart set on her. Ji Yunyao feels like a joke now!

Now that things have come to this, there is no turning back. She can only continue down this path. But she would never give up Chu Jinsheng to Ji Yunshu, not even if it meant death!

She was seething with anger inside, but her face remained impassive.

"Okay, Brother Jinsheng, don't worry, I will do my best to persuade my eldest sister to turn back from the wrong path as soon as possible."

At this point, her eyes darted around, and her tone carried a hint of difficulty.

"However, Brother Jinsheng, our relationship with our eldest sister has been too strained lately. I feel that even if I talk to her, she might not answer."

Although I will try my best to persuade them, we must also prepare for both possibilities.