The Crown Princess is busy fishing

The envoys left in February.

In mid-April, an urgent imperial edict from Emperor Qianyuan arrived in Lingnan.

Upon receiving the imperial edict, Xiao Yunqing's expression turned solemn.

He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, it seemed his peaceful days here were coming to an end, but fortunately the Lin family was also going back with him.

He then immediately summoned his generals and made some arrangements.

Then someone was sent to inform Lin Fanghai.

When Lin Fanghai arrived, he handed over the imperial edict.

"Uncle Lin, please take a look!"

Lin Fanghai took the imperial edict with some doubt and took a look.

He froze on the spot, his expression shifting unpredictably.

After a long while, he slowly exhaled and said with a wry smile:

"His Majesty wants us to return to the capital immediately, and he specifically mentioned that Yuge must also come along."

The political situation at court is turbulent and unpredictable; returning now, the outcome is uncertain.

Lin Fanghai's brows furrowed into a deep frown, his heart filled with worry.

Xiao Yunqing nodded slightly and gently comforted her:

"Uncle, don't panic. Although the imperial edict didn't say it explicitly, nothing major has happened in the capital during this period."

It seems that His Majesty's summons at this time is related to the group from the Kingdom of Garan who recently entered the capital from here.

Moreover, I will accompany you to the capital, and in the court and palace, I will be able to protect the Lin family to some extent.

His gaze was sincere, radiating a reassuring calmness.

Lin Fanghai's expression softened slightly, and he let out a long sigh of relief.

"Sigh! I hope it's a good thing."

Yunqing, I'll go back and hand over the reins now. Judging from the Emperor's words, I estimate that I'll be staying in the capital this time.

Those weapon formulas still need to be packed up and taken to the capital.

And then there's the situation back home; I don't know how to arrange things yet.

Xiao Yunqing pondered for a moment and said:

"Uncle, you go ahead and do your work. I'll go tell Aunt and Yuge."

This matter came suddenly, and they must have had many doubts and worries when they first heard about it.

I tried my best to explain the situation clearly so they could prepare as soon as possible.

"Yes, time is of the essence, and we can't afford to delay. Then Yunqing, I'll trouble you to make the trip."

Lin Fanghai gave him a grateful look, then hurriedly turned and left.

Xiao Yunqing soon arrived at Longtang Village.

After disembarking, he straightened his clothes and led Mo Nan quickly toward the Lin family's courtyard.

Before even entering, one could see Lin Yuge squatting in the corner of the courtyard, carefully handling a huge ship model, her eyes filled with concentration.

"Fisherman's Song," Xiao Yunqing called softly.

Lin Yuge looked up at the sound, saw it was him, her eyebrows curved into a smile, and she stood up to brush the dust off her skirt:

"Yun Qing, you've arrived. Is something the matter?"

Xiao Yunqing approached, took her hand, and his expression was somewhat solemn:

"I have just received an urgent edict from His Majesty. You and your uncle must come to the capital immediately. It concerns important matters of the court. I will accompany you as well."

Lin Yuge was taken aback at first, a look of surprise flashing in her eyes.

"Going to the capital? Why so suddenly..." she murmured.

Xiao Yunqing held her hand tightly and patiently explained:

"I suspect it's related to the arrival of the envoy from the Kingdom of Garan in the capital. Don't worry, I'll be with you. With me here, you won't be wronged."

Lin Yuge looked up and saw his sincere expression. Her heart warmed, and she nodded.

"If that's the case, then we can only take it one step at a time. It's just the capital; it's not like we haven't been there before."

Just thinking about all the things she had to arrange made her head ache.

Just then, Xie Jingwan heard the commotion and came out of the house, asking in confusion:

"What's wrong? Why do you look so serious?"

Xiao Yunqing hurriedly recounted the matter of the imperial edict in detail, and also explained the reasons for coming to the capital and the subsequent arrangements.

Xie Jingwan, having weathered many storms, quickly regained her composure and simply sighed:

"What's meant to happen will happen. Since the Emperor has given the order, we should obey."

"Yunqing, thanks to your help, I'm afraid I'll still need to trouble you with many trivial matters when we go to the capital in the future."

Xiao Yunqing hurriedly said:

"Auntie, you flatter me. This is simply my duty. But time is of the essence, and we must arrange everything as soon as possible; there is no time to waste."

“That makes sense, I’ll arrange it right away!” With that, Xie Jingwan hurried out.

Lin Yuge quickly pulled Xiao Yunqing outside.

For the next few days, the Lin family was extremely busy.

Xie Jingwan made arrangements and plans for the workshops and trading companies.

In the past two years, the workshops and trading companies have grown bigger and bigger.

She also had several trustworthy managers under her command, and she gave them some instructions and advice.

She was relieved to entrust the care to Xie Chengzhu, who was not planning to return to Beijing.

Xie Chengzhu has settled down here in the past two years, and his business has been on track.

I recently opened a Tingtaolou restaurant at Longtang Village Wharf, and business is booming.

Upon hearing that he was to return to Beijing, he immediately shook his head.

They had no ties to the capital.

The only daughter-in-law they had any connection with was also threatening to divorce them when they were in Beijing, and they agreed to it at the time.

Now that my son is slowly recovering, I can find him another well-educated and courteous woman.

The family must be living a more comfortable life here than in Beijing.

Seeing this, Xie Jingwan stopped trying to persuade her. With her elder brother's family here, she figured she could entrust her business to them.

She sighed softly:

"Brother, since you have made up your mind, I will not say any more."

Although Lingnan is remote, it has a relaxed and lively atmosphere. From now on, you and your sister-in-law can live a peaceful life, tending to the dock business; your life will surely prosper.

Xie Chengzhu patted the girl's shoulder, his eyes filled with concern:

"Jingwan, you must be careful this time you go to the capital."

The capital city is a treacherous place, unlike our small, carefree town.

Although Yunqing is a reliable child who takes care of everything.

But human nature is unpredictable; who knows what unsavory tricks might emerge in the court or among the common people? Remember to tell your brother-in-law to think things through carefully.

Xie Jingwan nodded slightly, her expression solemn: "Don't worry, brother, I know what I'm doing. I won't repeat the same mistake."

At the same time, Lin Yuge also made arrangements for his several fishing boats.

In the past two years, her fleet has added many new ships, and now she has eight fishing boats alone.

The crew on board are mostly veterans, so she no longer needs to worry about fishing at sea.

However, she still summoned Captain Wang Shunfeng and the others to give them some instructions.

There were also as many as ten other merchant ships of various sizes, traveling between various ports along the coast and major inland docks.

Lin Qingzhou has now found his own goal.

He and Lu Ziheng were in charge of goods sales and goods transportation, respectively.

Although doing business was too difficult for him.

But thanks to his ability to seek advantage and avoid harm, he rarely had any problems while sailing.

Besides, He Qingli was there to help out.

She is quick-witted. She seemed simple and easy to understand before, but after getting to know her, I found that she has a lot of depth in her heart.

Six months ago, after a period of getting to know each other and adjusting to each other, they got married smoothly.

The couple had recently traveled to Beijing by ship, and it's unclear whether they will run into each other when they arrive in the capital.

With everything arranged, Xiao Yunqing had also made all the necessary preparations.

They bid farewell to their relatives and friends and officially boarded the warship back to the capital prepared by Xiao Yunqing.

They traveled smoothly without stopping.

Just as they were about to reach the outskirts of Qianjing City, a problem arose that evening.