The prince stepped on me to get to the top, I angrily flirted with the enemy's hostage

Su Rou said, "You want to go back? Why don't you go to the emperor? What's the point of you telling me? It's not up to me to decide whether you can leave the Northern Kingdom."

Gong Yu said, "My appearance at the Yuan Family Restaurant earlier has already made the Emperor wary of me, so even if I speak up, he'll refuse."

So Gong Yu wanted to use his influence in front of the emperor?

Su Rou understood Gong Yu's character. He would not take the initiative to talk to her about this unless he had no choice.

Su Rou knew very little about Gong Yu, as she and him didn't have much interaction in their previous life.

Su Rou said, "I can't promise you this right away."

Gong Yu nodded, "I understand. The General's Mansion holds a position above all others in the imperial court. If we rashly become involved with another country, we will be gossiped about."

After being rejected, Gong Yu's expression was clear, as if he was certain that she meant to refuse him.

Su Rou felt somewhat helpless towards him, and sighed, saying, "This matter is actually not difficult, but you are unwilling to tell me the truth, so I have to keep wondering whether you are worthy of my help."

She was willing to help Gong Yu conquer the Northern Kingdom, but the prerequisite was that the General's Mansion could remain safe and sound until that time.

The general's mansion is in a high position, with so many eyes watching, so naturally there are people who want to bring them down at any time and anywhere.

Gong Yu said, "Just this once, I owe you a favor. If you help me, I can do something for you in the future."

Su Rou raised her eyes and asked, "Anything is fine?"

Gong Yu nodded, "Anything is fine."

Su Rou agreed immediately, "That's fine. I have a way to get you back, but this process will cause some problems for your reputation. You can't bear a grudge against me because of this. Can you accept that?"

Gong Yu nodded, "Yes."

Su Rou was walking side by side with him on the street when suddenly a child came up and blocked their way.

"Sir, buy a wreath for my sister. Look how beautiful she is."

Gong Yu bent down and took a look at the basket the child was carrying, which contained several garlands.

"Can this thing be sold?"

The child obviously didn't expect Gong Yu to say such a thing.

Su Rou said, "Now is the season when flowers are in full bloom. Some children from poor families will sell their wreaths to make some money."

She took out two pieces of silver from her purse and handed them to the child, "Give me all the wreaths."

The child raised his head and said, "Sister, you...you don't need to buy too much, just one will be enough."

Su Rou didn't listen to the child and directly took one and put it on Gong Yu's head.

"Nice craftsmanship, it looks good to me. You kid, there's a business for you, and you don't want to take it?"

The child quickly shook his head, handed the basket in his hand to her, and then ran away quickly with the silver.

Gong Yu stood up, and his already delicate and beautiful face looked even more handsome with the garland as a backdrop.

"You have a good heart."

Su Rou glared at him, "Have you always thought I was vicious?!"

Gong Yu asked her, "You are not vicious. I understand you and I know where your bottom line is."

Su Rou was startled and threw the basket in her hand at him. "You talk as if you know me very well."

Gong Yu said, "Maybe I really do understand it."

The conversation between the two of them was confusing.

Su Rou bought candied haws and osmanthus cake. When Gong Yu sent her to the gate of the general's mansion, he happened to meet Su Chi who was about to go out.

Su Chi stared at Gong Yu, "Did you go out with him?"

Su Rou said, "I wanted to send him something, but after I delivered it, Prince Yu sent me back."

Su Chi's eyes swept over the snacks in her arms, not knowing whether it was Su Rou's illusion.

Why did she feel that Third Brother's gaze had become even deeper?

Third Brother never said anything about her eating these things. If it wasn't because of this, then it must be because...

Gong Yu.

Su Rou looked at Gong Yu and said, "I...I'm going back first. I will solve the problem you told me."

Gong Yu bowed to Su Chi, Su Rou entered the gate, and Su Chi followed behind her.

Su Chi put his arm on her shoulders and said, "The boss is still injured. Are you in the mood to go out and play?"

Su Chi's tone seemed to be blaming her.

Su Rou took a bite of the candied haws. "Big brother, you should just stay at the mansion and recuperate. There are so many maids in the mansion who can serve him. How can I go over and join in the fun? Third brother asked me why I didn't care about Big brother and Prince Yu running out to play. It would be better to investigate who secretly manipulated the wolf cubs in the hunting ground to bite people that day."

Su Chi said, "You've become close to Prince Yu. So many eyes in the court are watching you. Someone with ulterior motives could easily use this to file a complaint against you to the Emperor."

Su Rou chewed the hawthorn ball in her mouth, and the sugar coating rolled and spread in her mouth.

Su Rou said, "When it comes to His Royal Highness Prince Yu, I think it's better for Third Brother to not get involved."

She quickened her pace and returned to the yard.

Before dawn, Su Rou changed into court clothes and prepared to attend the morning court with Su Wan.

All the civil and military officials in the court stood outside the hall.

Su Rou saw Bai Si standing in the crowd. Bai Si met her gaze, nodded slightly, and greeted her politely.

This Lord Bai is called Erbai together with Liu Bai, the deputy general beside her father.

Su Wan said, "Why do you want to go to court with father today?"

Su Rou said, "I have something to ask the Emperor."

When Su Wan heard this, he immediately came forward and said, "Talk to Dad. Dad will give you some advice. You must not let things develop out of your control."

My father was actually worried that Su Rou would say something she shouldn't say in the court.

That said...

I really shouldn't say that.

But she had no other choice.

There were many people at the morning court, so even if the emperor really wanted to get angry, it would be difficult for him to do so.

The eunuchs walked out of the hall, and civil and military officials poured in like a tide.

Su Rou was the first to step forward, "Your Majesty, I have something to ask you."

The emperor narrowed his eyes and said, "I haven't seen Captain Su for some time. Is your injury better now?"

Su Rou bowed and said, "I am feeling better now. I am here to attend the morning court today to discuss the matter of the Southern Kingdom's hostage, His Royal Highness Prince Yu."

The hall suddenly became quiet, and the emperor's expression became solemn.

"Prince Yu? Please tell me, what does Prince Yu have to ask for that I can ask you to come and speak for him in the court."

Before coming this morning, Su Rou had already prepared herself mentally. If Gong Yu's matter was a private matter, it would definitely not work.

But what if it rises to the national level?

Su Rou said, "His Royal Highness Prince Yu has been feeling down lately. I've been doing some research and learned that he's upset because of his deceased brother. Your Majesty, you are the ruler of the world and care about the people. This shows how loyal and righteous Prince Yu is. I'd like to ask for a favor on his behalf. I'd like to ask for your permission to return to the South Country for a few days to pay respects to your brother."

The emperor loves to hear nice words, and she has been with her father for so long that she can say these words against her conscience.

The emperor frowned. "Now that you mention it, I remember that Prince Yu would come to ask for instructions at this time every year, but this year he didn't ask... I don't want Prince Yu to leave."

Su Rou lowered her head, stunned.

what?