The carefree sixth prince, my father respectfully invites me to ascend the throne.

But she stopped as soon as she took a step.

"girl."

A figure in green robes emerged slowly from the bushes.

Her fingers stroked the sword at her waist, her face expressionless: "Ah Sheng, let me give you a piece of advice: the Desert Clan is not someone you can afford to offend. You'd better not get involved in this matter."

Liu Yue lowered her eyes.

She should have known long ago that the only person who could send her into the desert and protect her was Yang Ling'er!

but……

Why did you come?

"Because Her Highness the Princess ordered me to stay by your side and protect you."

Liu Yue gave a bitter smile: "Go back. You don't need to protect me. I don't need anyone's protection, and I don't want to owe anyone any favors."

"The princess has given an order, and your subordinate dares not disobey."

Liu Yue frowned: "I know you are all acting under orders, and I don't blame you, but you don't have to take the risk with me. I don't want my friends to die for me."

"The princess said that as long as you don't run away, you will be safe."

That's exactly what Yang Ling'er told her.

However, the princess also instructed that if any accident occurred, the girl's safety must be guaranteed.

“You can follow me, but you can’t interfere with my decisions!” Liu Yue raised her eyes and insisted, “If you insist on following me, then I can only take my leave.”

“Okay!” Yang Ling nodded, glancing calmly at Liu Yue: “Wherever you go, I will go.”

"Thank you," Liu Yue said with a light smile, cupping her hands in a gesture of respect.

The two continued walking towards the border of the desert.

In this desolate and barren land, there is only emptiness.

Liu Yue stood on the city wall, gazing at the scenery outside the city gate. Her expression was somewhat dazed, and her gaze was unfocused.

“I once asked my father why he was so cold-blooded towards me.”

“My father said that my father was a hero of the desert, but unfortunately he was too stupid. He couldn’t even defeat a little maid and almost lost his life. He didn’t deserve to be a hero of the desert.”

“I remember my father saying that everyone in this country lives in the realm of power, and whoever controls power is the strong one!”

“But I never imagined he would kill his own brother! No matter how powerful a person like that is, I would never deign to risk my life for him, much less let him harm Ah Chen!”

Liu Yue closed her eyes, her chest trembled slightly, and her voice was tinged with suppressed sobs.

"I don't know if they are still alive, but I don't want my son to be like his father, resorting to any means to gain power!"

Liu Yue opened her eyes, her gaze filled with determination: "If my parents are still alive, I will definitely rescue them!"

Her parents, who loved her dearly since she was a child, died protecting her.

She will never forget the reluctance and guilt that appeared in their eyes as they died.

She could never forget this profound feeling.

Therefore, she not only wants to avenge herself, but also wants them to live!

“Ah Sheng!” Yang Ling’s voice was filled with worry. “Although Ah Chen’s father is not kind, he is Ah Chen’s only father. He can’t just ignore it. If you see him, try to avoid him.”

"I see."

"Also..." Liu Yue paused, "I don't know why I'm hallucinating, but I seem to hear my parents calling my name."

Yang Ling's face froze, her eyes filled with a complex expression.

“Ah Sheng,” she said with a faint smile, “perhaps… you really are Ah Chen’s sister. After all, Ah Chen has never mentioned that he has any other relatives.”

Liu Yue didn't think much of it; the scene from earlier was still lingering in her mind.

Why did Ah Chen's father treat her parents like this?

Was it for the glory of the desert royal family? Or was it because... he coveted the throne?

Liu Yue shook her head, temporarily putting those worries behind her.

"Ah Chen, let's go."

"Ah."

Ah Chen responded.

But just as they took their first steps, a rumbling sound came from beside them, reverberating in Liu Yue's heart.

She suddenly turned around and looked in the direction of the sound.

In the distance, a carriage sped out of the forest, heading straight for Liu Yue's location.

At the top of the carriage stood a red figure.

The girl rode on a steed, the wind ruffling the stray hairs on her forehead, revealing her exquisite and beautiful face.

Liu Yue's pupils dilated, her eyes wide with shock.

Isn't this Nanxian?

Why is he here?

Yang Ling also saw Nan Xian. He frowned slightly, remained silent, and quietly stared at the approaching youth.

The boy leaped and landed beside Liu Yue.

A cool, aloof smile played at the corners of his lips, yet his handsome face carried a hint of wickedness.

"Miss Liu Yue, it's been a long time," he said with a gentle smile. "I never expected to run into an old friend in this desert. I wonder if you still remember me?"

Liu Yue was stunned for a long time before she reacted, and her eyes immediately reddened: "You... how did you get here?"

“I came to see Ah Chen,” the boy said with a faint smile, “I didn’t expect to run into you.”

"Where's Ah Chen? Is he alright?"

“I don’t know,” the boy shrugged. “I haven’t seen him for three months. I guess his father took him back with him. I don’t know if he will come out alive.”

Liu Yue's heart skipped a beat, as if she had been pricked by a needle.

Has Ah Chen been suffering immense pain during these three months?

"Let's get out of here first."

Liu Yue gritted her teeth, turned around and left, ignoring Yang Ling standing to the side.

She was afraid that if she stayed any longer, she would be unable to resist hugging the person in front of her and crying uncontrollably.

"Hey."

The boy chased after her, grabbed Liu Yue's arm, and pulled her into his embrace.

"Don't run."

Unable to break free, Liu Yue glared at him angrily: "Let go!"

Yang Ling pursed his lips and remained silent. He released his hand, stepped back behind Liu Yue, and stared intently at the boy.

"Do you know this young master?"

She always felt that this boy resembled someone she knew.

"Ah Ling!"

Suddenly, a sharp voice pierced the sky.

Liu Yue was stunned for a moment.

It was a child of about four or five years old, exquisitely beautiful and adorable, especially his big, watery eyes, which seemed to be able to drip water.

Liu Yue rubbed her eyes and realized that this was not a dream.

it is true!

Overjoyed, she rushed to the boy and excitedly grasped his small hand.

"Ah Chen!"

Ah Chen was stunned, blinking his big eyes blankly.

Why does this woman call him Ah Chen?

"How did you end up like this?"

Liu Yue hurriedly took out a mirror and handed it to Achen.

The boy's face flushed red, and he lowered his head shyly: "Father... Father..."

"Oh, I see," Liu Yue said, suddenly realizing. "Was it your uncle who forced you? But now that we've met, I certainly won't let you suffer! Ah Chen, don't worry, no matter what you did wrong, I'll help you explain!"

The boy's heart skipped a beat, and he looked at Liu Yue in astonishment. Had this woman gone mad?