Chu Qianli hadn't expected Feng Yexuan to find her so quickly.
This man was indeed terrifying as an enemy.
But she remained composed, merely asking coldly, "Does Prince Xuan have any instructions?"
"Take me to see the Grand Tutor," Feng Yexuan said in a stern voice.
Chu Qianli pursed her lips before turning and walking towards the guest room where the Grand Tutor was staying.
However, before they got close, she whispered, "The Grand Tutor is not yet aware of the details of the city moat collapse, only that it happened. He doesn't know about... the casualties among the common people."
This matter could not be revealed to the Grand Tutor for the time being.
If the Grand Tutor knew, he would undoubtedly risk his life to rush to the city moat to comfort the people.
"Given his current condition... you'll know when you see him."
Feng Yexuan walked behind her.
As she spoke, he kept his gaze fixed on her retreating back.
All the anticipated difficulties, even insults, were absent. She showed no resentment, not even the slightest hesitation, and directly led him to the Grand Tutor.
This was completely beyond Feng Yexuan's expectations.
Did she not hate him to the bone now, wishing to tear him to shreds upon seeing him?
He needed her favor tonight, and she wasn't making things difficult?
This woman, he found himself unable to fathom her more and more.
The Grand Tutor was still asleep, not yet awake.
"If you have an absolutely safe way to send him back to the palace without alerting anyone, I will not stop you."
After Feng Yexuan clearly saw Lan Qing's condition, Chu Qianli turned back and looked at him.
Her expression was serious and solemn, but nothing more.
A business-like attitude.
If it were anyone else, Feng Yexuan would have been most willing to cooperate with such a person.
Separating personal matters from business.
But when this attitude was directed towards this woman, he felt inexplicably agitated.
"I cannot guarantee it for now. This matter requires careful planning."
He was unwilling to give promises he couldn't keep.
"But tonight, you must accompany me to the palace."
He had expected Chu Qianli to resist and had even prepared to use force if necessary.
Although Fu Ning and Fu Long were present, even combined, they were no match for him.
To his surprise, she merely responded casually, "Oh."
Afterward, she sat by the bed and began to administer acupuncture to Lan Qing.
Feng Yexuan remained composed, standing not far behind her.
Fu Ning, who occasionally entered to bring plates and water, trembled with fear.
The young lady was leisurely, as if no one was watching her from behind.
But Fu Ning knew that Prince Xuan's aloof and domineering aura was impossible to ignore.
She was even afraid that Prince Xuan would lose his temper at any moment and simply drag the young lady away.
Where did he find such patience?
Finally, Chu Qianli withdrew the last needle from Lan Qing's chest. She turned to Fu Ning and said, "Take good care of him. The Prince will arrange for people to protect this place, and your safety will be assured for now."
Fu Ning could only nod vigorously.
She didn't know when Prince Xuan had agreed to protect this place.
Chu Qianli followed Feng Yexuan away.
Walking on the quiet streets, Feng Yexuan snorted indifferently, "When did I say I would protect your people?"
"You are to protect the Grand Tutor."
Chu Qianli, unwilling to spare him another glance, suddenly tapped her feet and darted forward, covering a considerable distance.
She headed straight for the imperial palace.
Feng Yexuan was almost infuriated.
He had waited for her for over an hour, only to be met with this attitude?