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"Prince, why did you propose a fake marriage to me in the first place?" Mu Qingyan took the handkerchief he handed over and asked with her head down.

Prince Ling was stunned for a while before answering, "I don't deny that I have selfish motives and want to use you as a shield. However, I also sincerely want you to escape from that cage. Da'an is not as peaceful as it seems on the surface. My brother wants to rectify the administration, clean up the government, and be a good emperor who works hard and loves the people. But he is hindered by the Queen Mother and Prince Yong everywhere. Prince Yong has his own troops and is independent. He has been making trouble for my brother openly and secretly. If Doctor Yan had not left the capital to go to Chiling Pass and learned about the battle situation at Chiling Pass, I am afraid that Prince Yong's plan to control Chiling Pass would have been achieved long ago. If the Gu family army was wiped out, he would send troops to support it, and Chiling Pass would naturally become his jurisdiction. If he is a little more crazy and lets the enemy enter the pass, the people of Da'an will be waiting for a catastrophe."

Mu Qingyan raised her eyes, "But King Yong is not stupid. As the saying goes, it is easier to invite a god than to send him away. If he really lets the enemy enter the pass, can Da'an still fall into his hands intact?"

Prince Ling shook his head and smiled bitterly, "You don't understand Prince Yong. He dared to let the enemy into the city, so he must have a foolproof way to control them. He is a man who will not suffer any loss. If someone touches him, he would want to bite off a piece of their flesh as revenge. This is why my brother has not thought of a foolproof plan to deal with him for so many years. If he really goes all out and lets his 150,000 troops go north to cause chaos just to vent his anger, then my brother will have to spend time and energy to completely control these 150,000 troops."

"Chilingguan has been in chaos for years, and the court has invested a lot of troops. Prince Yong and his party have been stealing and using their power to amass wealth, which has made the treasury increasingly empty. If Prince Yong rebels, the court will not be able to find people to deal with him. Moreover, since I was poisoned, my health has been poor, and there is no one around my brother who can be trusted. Every time there is an imperial examination in autumn, the Queen Mother and her party cheat, and the people who are selected often become the wings of Prince Yong..."

Therefore, Yang Yi was selected at this time to actually protect the court from hidden arrows.

If he doesn't have the ability to deal with the Queen Mother's party, he will be of no use.

Mu Qingyan was not completely unaware of what was happening in the court, but the focus of her questions had nothing to do with the court. Prince Ling never gave a direct answer to her questions from beginning to end.

She was not aggressive, but just stared at him for a long time, until his ears turned red, then she smiled and looked away.

Prince Ling's heart was beating wildly when he was stared at by those eyes. He looked away and didn't dare to look at her.

He didn't know why he felt so guilty, but he couldn't help feeling nervous.

After much difficulty, they finally reached the Duke Fuguo's Mansion. As soon as the carriage stopped and Mu Qingyan got off, Mu Ruge's carriage also stopped right in front of them.

The moment the two sisters looked at each other, it seemed as if an invisible war was beginning.

There was calmness in the eyes of both men, but everyone present felt a powerful aura.

Finally, it was Mu Ruge who looked away first and walked into the mansion as if no one was around.

Mu Qingyan said to the people in the carriage behind her, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for sending me back. Don't forget to send me a message on the day my grandfather enters the capital."

The person in the car replied with a faint "OK" and then told the driver to leave.

Mu Ruge's return to the palace was a major event that the entire Duke's Mansion was worthy of their full attention. This second young lady who had lived in the palace for many years was the object of admiration of the maids and servants in the entire mansion.

Those who could serve closely this second-rank female official of the current dynasty felt extremely lucky.

Even if I could just look at her a few more times, I would feel that this life is worth it.

Mu Qingyan felt that although Mu Ruge was beautiful, she was too utilitarian. Everything she said and did had a purpose in mind, which made people feel depressed. She seemed like an emotionless machine, doing things only to achieve her own goals.

Just like at this moment, when she faced her parents, she did not show any naivety as a daughter.

Those eyes were as calm as a pool of stagnant water, without any vitality.

Duke Fuguo was proud of his daughter, but they were not very close to each other.

Both his tone and expression were very unfamiliar. It didn't seem like he was facing his daughter, but rather a Buddha that he needed to worship.

The look in Lan's eyes when she looked at Mu Ruge was full of love and admiration.

She was very enthusiastic, but unfortunately, this enthusiasm did not receive any response.

Because Mu Ruge didn't even say a word of greeting except bowing to them.

Although Lan earnestly instructed this and that, Mu Ruge just listened without any response.

Finally, Lan Shi had to find a way out for herself, "Ruer has been in the palace for many years and is busy with affairs. You must be tired. It's rare for you to come home. Go down and have a good rest..."

Mu Ruge seemed to be eager for it. She bowed slightly and left without looking back.

Duke Fuguo specially called Mu Qingyan over, probably to let her see how outstanding his daughter is, but after she left, he couldn't help feeling a little embarrassed.

His daughter is excellent, but perhaps too excellent, and no longer takes him, her father, seriously.

"My Lord, is there anything else you need me to tell you? If not, I can leave now."

He wanted to sing a song about a loving father and a filial son, but unfortunately someone didn't cooperate, so his one-man show was really awkward.

Duke Fuguo waved his hand impatiently, and Mu Qingyan left without even greeting. Her attitude was even more arrogant than Mu Ruge's. However, Duke Fuguo and his wife felt very differently about their identical attitudes. Mu Ruge was already a second-rank female official at a young age, and was deeply loved by the Queen Dowager, so she had the capital to be arrogant.

But Mu Qingyan is just a country girl who was exiled since childhood and can barely read or write. What right does she have to be so arrogant!

In order to welcome Mu Ruge back home and celebrate her birthday, the Lan family plans to hold a birthday party for her. At that time, Mu Qingyan will see clearly what kind of person she is!

She has taken over the title of the eldest daughter of the Duke of Fuguo for nothing, but she is ignorant and incompetent! Let's see how she will be able to show off in public!

On the way back to Taoyuan, Mu Qingyan walked very fast, and Yuzhan had to jog to keep up with her. When they arrived at Taoyuan, she was already out of breath.

But when she looked up and saw that face that was so cold and looked unlike a living person, she was startled and subconsciously hid behind Mu Qingyan.

Mu Ruge was unhappy. She had always been admired by everyone. No matter where she went, she was the center of attention and praise. But that girl looked like she had seen a ghost. Who was she doing this for?

"Is this how you discipline your maid, sister? Not only did she not show respect to the master, but she also got so startled. If it was someone around me, she would have been dragged away and caned!"