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

On the other side, in the convoy.

"Hehe, the hug between Your Highness and the Grand Prince just now was so fake."

Inside the carriage, Sikong Ruo covered his mouth and laughed secretly.

"Haha, do you think I want to? I'm just pretending."

Ning Quan said helplessly.

"Hehehe, I know you're pretending, but I just want to laugh when I think about it."

Li Wanyue couldn't help laughing again.

Ning Quan said in a feigned ferocity.

"Hehe, I dare not. I absolutely dare not."

Li Wanyue said coquettishly.

"That's pretty much it."

Only then did Ning Quan hug Li Wanyue contentedly.

"Your Highness, we will reach Wuwei in three days."

"I suggest that after the convoy arrives in Wuwei, the soldiers, their families, and the servants in the palace be allowed to rest for a few more days."

"After all, we've been running around for two months straight, and everyone is very tired."

"Besides, after leaving Wuwei, there are no big cities to rest in, and the danger is even higher, so we need to rest up."

Zhuge Liang rode his horse to the front of the carriage and reported through the window.

"Okay, let's do as the Prime Minister wishes."

"I just wonder how General Zhang Liao is doing?"

Ning Quan nodded in agreement and then asked.

"Your Majesty, General Zhang Liao has always been a reliable and prudent person. Your Highness can rest assured."

Zhuge Liang said respectfully.

"Well, I hope so!"

Ning Quan nodded.

……

Three days later, the convoy arrived in Wuwei.

Wuwei is an important border town of Daqian. Once you leave Wuwei, you will enter the sphere of influence of the Turks.

To guard against Turkic invasion, Daqian stationed 50,000 elite soldiers in Wuwei.

These 50,000 elite troops were also known as the Wuwei Army and were commanded by the Wuwei Jiedushi.

The Jiedushi of Wuwei was named Liu Yi, also with the courtesy name Gongtai. He rose to power by following Ning Yuanwu's mutiny.

He was Ning Yuanwu's trusted and beloved general, and was appointed Jiedushi because of his outstanding military achievements.

Precisely because Liu Yi is His Majesty's confidant, Ning Quan is safe in Wuwei and does not have to worry about him attacking him.

As evening approached, the convoy slowly arrived outside the city.

Da Da Da~

Just then, the sound of hurried horse hooves came from afar.

Ning Quan, who was standing right in front of the team, looked up and saw that the person coming was Zhang Liao.

"I pay my respects to Your Highness."

Zhang Liao dismounted and knelt before Ning Quan.

"Wenyuan, no need to be so polite."

"Thank you for your hard work during this time."

Ning Quan helped Zhang Liao up and said with a smile.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

"It's my duty as a general, so it can't be said to be hard."

Zhang Liao said modestly.

"Well, how's it going? Is everything going well?"

Ning Quan asked.

"Your Highness, all is well. I arrived in Wuwei a month ago with General Lu and Chief Secretary Man."

"After that, General Lu and Chief Clerk Man left for Beiting, while I stayed in Wuwei to purchase supplies."

"After a month of purchasing, I have purchased 800,000 dan of grain, 6,000 bolts of cloth, and 35,000 jin of salt."

"There are also some other supplies. These supplies are now in the city. I have purchased a warehouse specifically for this purpose."

Zhang Liao replied quickly.

"Well, well done, thank you for your hard work."

"Let's go into town."

Ning Quan said with relief.

"Yes."

Zhang Liao saluted with his fists, then led everyone into Wuwei City.

This time, only Ning Quan's convoy entered the city.

Yuntong Bus Company also has a branch and a headquarters in Wuwei, so there is no need to go into the city.

Ning Quan and others walked into the city smoothly without encountering any trouble.

Because it is an important military town and the last stop on the way to the Western Regions, Wuwei City is quite prosperous.

There are shops and restaurants everywhere, and the streets are bustling with people.

Ning Quan's convoy drove into the city, naturally attracting the attention of passers-by.

After all, this huge convoy is really eye-catching.

"Look, it seems another distinguished guest has arrived."

"Such a large caravan must be a merchant caravan coming from the capital."

"Hush, keep your voice down. This isn't some kind of caravan, it's the Ninth Prince's motorcade."

"So it's the Ninth Prince. No wonder there are so many soldiers following him."

"Tsk tsk, he is truly extraordinary, worthy of being a prince!"

"I heard that the Ninth Prince is not very favored by the Emperor, but I don't know if it's true or not."

"Humph, what do you know? How can you guess what the emperor is thinking?"

……

On the street, pedestrians were whispering.

Ning Quan was already accustomed to such looks and discussions, so he didn't take it seriously.

Ning Quan was already accustomed to such looks and discussions, so he didn't care.

Li Wanyue was a little angry.

"Okay, Wanyue, don't be angry. They are just talking. Besides, this is the truth."

Ning Quan pulled Li Wanyue and comforted her softly.

"Oh."

Li Wanyue nodded slightly after hearing this.

"Your Highness, I anticipate that you will arrive in the next two days. I have already booked an inn for your stay."

At this time, Zhang Liao reported from the side.

"Well, Wenyuan is very thoughtful. It just so happens that I also plan to rest in Wuwei for a few more days."

Ning Quan nodded with satisfaction.

"Your Highness, thank you for the compliment. This is what I should do."

"Your Highness, the warehouse I rented is not far from the inn, and I have arranged for soldiers to guard it."

Zhang Liao continued.

"Okay, I understand. Let's go to the inn first."

Ning Quan nodded with a smile.

Then the group rushed towards the inn.

A quarter of an hour later, everyone arrived at the inn.

The innkeeper was horrified when he learned that Zhang Liao had booked the inn for the Ninth Prince.

He quickly ordered the waiter to clean the inn again, fearing that he would neglect the Ninth Prince.

After half a minute of struggling, everyone was finally settled.

........

at the same time.

In the Wuwei Jiedushi Mansion, Liu Yi was reviewing official documents in his study.

"Your Excellency, I have something to report!"

At this time, a guard came hurriedly to report.

"Go ahead."

Liu Yi stopped writing and said lightly.

"Sir, the Ninth Prince has entered the city." The guard reported.

"Oh? His Highness the Ninth Prince has entered the city?"

"Haha, I thought His Highness the Ninth Prince wouldn't be able to reach Wuwei, but I didn't expect him to actually come?"

"So, His Highness the Ninth Prince does have some abilities."

Liu Yi chuckled, a hint of interest in his eyes.

His Highness the Ninth Prince has arrived in Wuwei, which means he has already traveled most of the way to Beiting.

The risks encountered during this period can naturally be imagined.

He was really surprised that he could arrive in Wuwei safely.

"Sir, since His Royal Highness the Ninth Prince has arrived, shouldn't you meet him?"

A staff member beside him suggested.

"No, why would I see him?"

"If His Majesty knew about this, he would think I, Liu Yi, had some selfish motives!"

Liu Yi flatly refused.

"Your Excellency is wise, and I am stupid."

The staff quickly admitted their mistake.

"It's okay. You're just thinking about me. I don't blame you."

"I, Liu Yi, only recognize Your Majesty, and no one else!"

"Pass the order down. No officials are allowed to pay their respects to His Majesty the Ninth Prince."

Liu Yi said indifferently.

"Yes, my lord."

The guards quickly took orders and left.