Quick Transmigration: The Charming Beauty Who Was Short-Lived and Alluring

After the war ended, Prince Zhennan was forgiven by Qi Qingjia, but the guards outside the Prince's residence not only did not withdraw, but their numbers increased.

In the past few days, although Feng Jinnian did not ask, he could clearly feel that Chu Yun was worried and absent-minded. He knew that Chu Yun was worried about him, but he could not reveal too much. Occasionally, he would say something to comfort Chu Yun, but she would think that he was just putting on a brave face. As a result, Feng Jinnian could not even bring himself to say words of comfort to Chu Yun.

He thought it was nothing, and that as long as he returned to Chu after some time, he could gradually dispel Chu Yun's worries. But he never expected that because of this concealment over the past few days, he would lose Chu Yun forever, and no matter how painful and regretful he was, it would be of no use.

Only then did he realize that even though he could calculate people's hearts and see through their scheming and desires, he could not calculate or guess what price a woman would be willing to pay for the one she loved.

By the time he truly understood, it was already too late.

"Don't worry, since the Regent has forgiven my father, he probably won't make things too difficult for me." At the dinner table, Feng Jinnian saw that Chu Yun was frowning and had abandoned the rule of not speaking while eating or sleeping, so he spoke up to persuade her.

Since that medicinal bath, Feng Jinnian has been exceptionally lenient with Chu Yun, not only giving her complete authority but also allowing her to dine at the same table with him.

Hearing him say that, Chu Yun forced a smile, "I understand, but I'm still a little worried."

Feng Jinnian was about to speak when Feng Yi rushed in. Feng Jinnian frowned, his face slightly darkening. "What happened? Why are you so agitated?"

"The Regent invites the Crown Prince to his residence for a chat. The Regent's steward is already waiting outside," Feng Yi said anxiously.

Chu Yun loosened her grip, and the chopsticks in her hand fell to the ground with a dull thud. Her face was filled with unconcealed panic, and her gaze subconsciously fell on Feng Jinnian.

Feng Jinnian looked at her as well, "Don't be afraid, nothing will happen. You can wait for me in the manor."

Even though he seemed calm and his voice was gentle, Chu Yun's heart still tightened, "This concubine..."

"Ah Yun, trust me," Feng Jinnian said softly.

Chu Yun bit her lip. "Alright, I will wait for you to come back."

Feng Jinnian smiled at her, said nothing, but simply reached out and gently patted the back of her hand.

In just a few breaths, he withdrew his hand, so quickly that one would think it was just an illusion. Then, without hesitation, he stood up and walked out of the room.

Feng Jinnian knew that Chu Yun was following him, but he never turned around. In his own room and in front of Feng Yi, he didn't have to worry about much, but once he left the room, especially the Prince's residence, Feng Jinnian couldn't and dared not get too close to Chu Yun. He could only harden his heart and pretend that he hadn't noticed anything.

Once he was seated in the Regent's carriage, the thick doors completely blocked his view. Feng Jinnian's fearful expression suddenly turned grim, and his hands clenched involuntarily at his sides.

If he could, he would like to comfort Chu Yun openly and honestly, but he can't, at least not now. Otherwise, if Qi Qingjia notices anything amiss, both he and Chu Yun will be in danger.

*

After Feng Jinnian left, Chu Yun went to Chu Wushuang's medicine room.

"Doctor Chu." Chu Yun bowed in greeting.

Chu Wushuang's eyes were filled with complex emotions. "Miss Qin, are you really sure about this?"

"I've made up my mind. Doctor Chu, just go ahead and do it," Chu Yun said firmly.

Feng Jinnian's kindness towards Chu Yun was not only evident to Feng Yi, but also to Chu Wushuang. As early as when Feng Jinnian told him that he no longer needed to prepare medicinal baths for Chu Yun, Chu Wushuang vaguely sensed that Feng Jinnian treated Chu Yun differently.

As his subordinate, he couldn't help but worry. If Feng Jinnian lost his mind because of love and ruined the grand plan, then all his years of living in seclusion would become a joke. Therefore, he felt a sense of resistance towards Chu Yun and tried to avoid her as much as possible.

Chu Wushuang was surprised that Chu Yun had approached him three days ago, asking in detail about the effects of the medicinal baths she had taken before, and requesting that Chu Wushuang prepare one last medicinal bath for her.

Without Feng Jinnian's permission, Chu Wushuang dared not reveal too much.

Chu Yun didn't press him, but only asked, "If I succeed, will I be able to help the Crown Prince?"

Looking into Chu Yun's clear eyes, Chu Wenshu was speechless for a moment. It was at that moment that he understood why Feng Jinnian had taken a liking to Chu Yun.

Chu Wenshu didn't say much, he just nodded.

Upon seeing Chu Yun again today, Chu Wenshu was still shocked. The woman who once didn't want to enter the palace and was so resistant to medicinal baths would now take the initiative to have one. Could love really bring about such a big change in a person?

Chu Wushuang could only pray in her heart that Feng Jinnian's feelings had not reached the level of Chu Yun's.

The medicinal herbs for the bath had been prepared long ago. Hearing Chu Yun say this, Chu Wenshu, though reluctant, still said for his own selfish reasons, "Everything is ready, Miss, you can take the bath at any time."

He picked up the medicine packet from the table and handed it to Chu Yun.

Chu Yun took the medicine packet and said, "Thank you."

After bowing, Chu Yun turned and left.

Just as she was about to step out of the room, Chu Wushuang's voice rang out behind her, "Miss Qin, medicinal baths are dangerous. You should think it over carefully."

Chu Yun did not turn around. "I've already made up my mind. As long as I can help the young master, I'm willing to pay any price."

Hearing the woman's resolute voice, Chu Wushuang was unusually lost in thought. Such unwavering and sincere affection, even though he had never experienced it before, filled him with envy. It was just a pity...

*

As night fell, Feng Jinnian dragged his weary body back to the Prince's residence.

After his confrontation with Qi Qingjia, he was completely exhausted.

Qi Qingjia is cunning and scheming. Pretending in front of him would require a lot of effort. He uses threats and inducements, clearly intending to use Feng Jinnian after he returns to Chu. Not only Feng Jinnian, but all the other princes in the capital have been searched for by him.

The excessive praise over the past few years is now reaping the rewards.

With many vassal kings dead, according to the primogeniture system of the Great Qi, most of these heirs would have to go back to inherit the throne. They were almost all spoiled and useless. Even if they weren't as absurd as Feng Jinnian, they were still not up to the task. It would be easy to subdue them.

As long as these people are under our control, most of the hidden dangers left by the enfeoffment of princes in the Great Qi can be resolved. The remaining troubles can be eliminated by gradually taking action, dividing and resolving them, and slowly taking back the military and financial power of the princes.

Qi Qingjia did all this not for Qi Jingheng, but so that he wouldn't have to be restrained when he truly came to power one day.

However, it is too early to judge whether what he has done will ultimately benefit him or benefit others.