The ninth son of the emperor was demoted at the beginning. I have a famous Chinese general.

"Your Highness, my master and young lady invite you to the Prime Minister's residence."

As soon as the convoy left, a steward from the prime minister's mansion came up to Ning Yuan and whispered.

"Father-in-law wants to see me?" Ning Quan asked in surprise.

"Yes, Your Highness."

The butler replied respectfully.

"Okay, I'll go right away."

Ning Yuan nodded and followed the butler towards the prime minister's residence.

Lu Bu and Zhang Fei hurriedly followed.

A moment later, the three of them arrived at the Prime Minister's residence.

"My brother-in-law is here."

Li Taiheng, who was waiting outside the door, saw Ning Quan coming and greeted him warmly.

The attitude is completely different from yesterday, even the way he addresses her has changed.

"Haha, I'm sorry to bother you, brother-in-law, to come out and greet me. I don't deserve it."

Ning Quan said with a smile.

"Haha, brother-in-law, that's being too formal. Please come in."

Li Tai laughed heartily.

The two of them walked into the prime minister's residence and then came to the living room.

Li Junchen and Li Wanyue were both in the living room.

"Greetings, father-in-law."

After entering the door, Ning Quan bowed to Li Junchen.

"Your Highness, please get up."

Li Junchen quickly helped Ning Quan up.

"Thank you, father-in-law."

"I wonder what's the urgent matter that my father-in-law is calling me for?"

Ning Quan asked after sitting down.

"Your Highness, it's a bit abrupt for me to invite you here today. Please don't blame me."

"It's mainly about your wedding with Wanyue. Due to the tight schedule, you and Wanyue didn't even have time to hold your wedding, which makes this old minister feel very guilty."

"So I thought of preparing a family dinner for you all to have as a family, and that would also be a way to congratulate you on your wedding."

Li Junchen sighed and said with an apologetic look on his face.

"My father-in-law is in a serious condition."

"My father-in-law is so kind, and I am deeply grateful to him."

Upon hearing this, Ning Quan hurriedly expressed his gratitude.

"Wanyue, it's my fault that I can't give you a proper wedding."

"But don't worry, I will make it up to you when we get to Beiting."

"When we return in the future, I will hold another wedding banquet for you to make up for the wedding that was not completed today."

Ning Quan turned to Li Wanyue beside him and spoke gently, his tone full of apology.

"Well, thank you, Your Highness."

When Li Wanyue heard this, tears instantly welled up in her eyes and she was so moved that she couldn't help herself.

"Your Highness, I am very pleased that you can express your opinion in this way."

"But there are some things you must say with caution, lest they reach the ears of His Majesty."

Li Junchen reminded from the side.

"My father-in-law is teaching my son-in-law Meng Lang a lesson."

Ning Quan quickly agreed.

Li Junchen was right. The imperial decree prohibited Ning Quan from entering the capital forever. If it were heard by others and reached Your Majesty, it would definitely cause disaster.

"Well, as long as you have an idea."

"Come here, pass the meal."

Li Junchen nodded slightly, then gave instructions to his servants.

Soon, the maids placed delicious dishes on the table, which were colorful, fragrant and delicious.

"Your Highness, please take a seat."

After the dishes were served, Li Junchen invited Ning Quan to sit down.

Ning Quan bowed and sat next to Li Junchen, while Li Taiheng and Wan Yue sat on his left and right respectively.

"Come, let's drink this first glass of wine together as a family and wish His Highness and Wanyue a happy wedding."

Li Junchen picked up the wine glass, stood up and said.

"Thank you, father-in-law!"

"Thank you father."

Ning Quan and Li Wanyue quickly stood up, and the three of them drank it all in one gulp.

"Your Highness, I offer this glass of wine to you on behalf of Wanyue."

"I hope you can take good care of her and live up to Wanyue's expectations and trust in you."

After drinking this glass, Li Junchen poured another one for Ning Quan and raised his glass again.

"Don't worry, father-in-law. I will keep it in mind."

Ning Quan promised solemnly.

After that, the two of them clinked their glasses again and drank it all in one gulp.

"With this final cup of wine, I, this old minister, wish Your Highness a firm foothold in Beiting, quick success in establishing a career, and safeguarding our Daqian territory."

"Although this is probably just wishful thinking, I still have to say it."

Li Junchen said earnestly.

"I understand what my father-in-law means."

"I can't guarantee anything else, but I can guarantee one thing: I will never allow any foreign race to harm the people of Daqian."

After a moment's silence, Ning Quan replied.

Ning Quan certainly understood what Li Junchen meant, which was that he was worried that he would rebel in the future.

After all, Ning Quan's bloodline and the resentment he had suffered over the years gave him reason to do so.

But Ning Quan would not agree. He might not rebel, but he would never let the Imperial Noble Consort, the Third Prince and others go.

"Well, with your words, I feel relieved."

Seeing this, Li Junchen nodded without saying anything more.

He knew that Ning Quan had his own choice and no matter how much he tried to persuade him, it would be useless.

As long as Ning Quan cares about the safety of the people, that is enough.

"Come, eat food."

After the two of them drank together, Li Junchen greeted them.

"Yes, father-in-law."

Afterwards, the four of them clinked glasses and toasted each other.

Before he knew it, it was already late at night and Ning went to say goodbye.

Li Junchen did not try to keep her, but asked Li Wanyue to see her off.

"It's getting late, be careful on your way back."

After sending Ning Quan to the door, Li Wanyue gave instructions.

"Yeah, I'm fine, don't worry."

"You should go back and rest too. I'll pick you up the day after tomorrow, and then we'll go to Beiting together."

Ning Quan took Li Wanyue's hand and said with a smile.

"Ah."

Li Wanyue bit her red lips lightly and said shyly with her head down.

"I'm leaving."

Ning Quan waved to Wan Yue and left with Lu Bu and Zhang Fei.

After watching Ning Quan leave, Li Wanyue turned around and returned to the prime minister's residence.

……

Early the next morning.

Ning Quan got up, washed, and went to the living room to call everyone together to discuss matters.

They are leaving tomorrow and he needs to make some personnel arrangements.

Soon, Zhuge Liang and others came to the living room.

"Everyone, we will set off for Beiting early tomorrow morning."

"Needless to say, the journey will definitely not be peaceful, so everyone should be mentally prepared."

Ning Quan looked at everyone and said solemnly.

"The last general takes command!"

Everyone clasped their fists and said respectfully.

"Ah, very good."

"Also, for the sake of ease of management, I have decided to divide the work among you."

Ning Quan continued.

"I am willing to obey your Highness's orders!"

Everyone spoke respectfully again.

"Well, from today on, Prime Minister Zhuge will be in charge of the overall situation and everything."

"Man Chong will serve as the chief clerk, responsible for managing the soldiers and their families, including the servants of the palace, with Liu Mou assisting him."

"Liu Bowen served as the military advisor, responsible for arranging the route, including the allocation of supplies and coordination with the convoys."

"Lü Bu and Zhang Fei, you two will continue to serve as my personal guards."

"General Li Jing will be in charge of military affairs, with Generals Xiang Yu, Huo Qubing, Guan Yu, and Zhang Liao providing assistance."

Ning Quan looked around and spoke loudly.