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The emperor frowned; he really couldn't stand the general's weeping and wailing.

He sighed and said:

“Minister Chu, you are, after all, the General Zhennan who commands an army of 200,000. You should act like a general.”

The Emperor handed the written imperial edict to Chu Huaizhong. The edict stated that Chu Xingyao was to be granted the title of Princess of Ding'an County. This was compensation for Chu Xingyao and also a consolation for Chu Huaizhong.

Chu Huaizhong received the imperial edict, immediately stopped crying, and smiled, but he remained standing there as if he still had something to say.

The emperor looked at him helplessly and said coldly, "Speak quickly if you have something to say, and then get out of here."

Chu Huaizhong immediately said:

"Your Majesty, could you please bestow some of the finest tonics from the Imperial Medical Academy, as well as ginseng and lingzhi?"

"You have no idea how badly my precious daughter is injured. She's a girl, and the cold has seeped into her body, making it difficult for her to conceive."

"What will happen to my precious baby after this old minister is gone? Waaah, Your Majesty..."

The Emperor sighed, he really didn't want to hear Chu Huaizhong continue, and he interrupted Chu Huaizhong:

"Yes, yes, yes, approved. When you go to read the imperial edict, Eunuch Li, take some extra with you."

Chu Huaizhong immediately said in a serious tone:

"Thank you for your great favor, Your Majesty. You are truly extraordinary, with an imposing presence, and your skills are as sharp as ever..."

The Emperor couldn't stand it any longer and interrupted Chu Huaizhong's flattery: "Get out."

Chu Huaizhong immediately stopped smiling and said respectfully, "Alright, I'll take my leave." Then he quickly left the hall.

As the emperor watched Chu Huaizhong's departing figure, he couldn't help but sigh inwardly, thinking that this General Zhennan was truly someone one could both love and hate.

The Emperor's thoughts drifted back to Chu Xingyao, the precious daughter whom Chu Huaizhong cherished.

He remembered that when Chu Xingyao was little, she always had an innocent and carefree appearance. Her dimples made her smile sweet and lovely, and her big, watery eyes were full of curiosity and a desire to explore the world.

Her intelligence and quick wit are impressive.

The Emperor remembers that Chu Xingyao once nearly lost her life due to a serious illness.

At that time, Chu Huaizhong searched for renowned doctors almost frantically, even willing to use his military merits to save his daughter's life.

That unwavering paternal love moved even the emperor.

The Emperor solemnly instructed Eunuch Li:

"Eunuch Li, go to the Imperial Hospital and get the best medicine to replenish qi and blood, and send it to the Chu family."

"At the same time, read this imperial edict to Chu Xingyao so that she knows my care and protection for her."

Eunuch Li respectfully accepted the imperial edict and replied, "Yes, Your Majesty."

The emperor's gaze fell once again on the direction Chu Huaizhong had left, his heart filled with complex emotions.

He knew that although Chu Huaizhong's crying was a bit excessive, it was because of his deep love for his daughter.

In the study of the War King's mansion,

The atmosphere was solemn and heavy, as if the air itself had frozen.

Jun Jiuxiao sat there, his figure appearing even more lonely in the dim candlelight.

His elegant demeanor and powerful aura made everyone who approached him feel an invisible pressure.

Night Hawk stood upright in front of Jun Jiuxiao, but when facing Jun Jiuxiao, he always involuntarily lowered his head.

Night Hawk reported Chu Xingyao's condition in a deep and powerful voice:

"Your Highness, Miss Chu has awakened, but she is suffering from a cold, which may make it difficult for her to have children in the future."

Jun Jiuxiao's gaze remained fixed on the military affairs before him, and he remained silent.

His fingers tapped lightly on the table, making a rhythmic sound, as if he were deep in thought.

Night Hawk felt deep pity for Chu Xingyao's plight, and continued:

"I wonder if the coming-of-age ceremony, which is scheduled for seven days from now, can still be held as planned."

"Miss Chu has always been in love with the Third Prince. I wonder if they will get engaged at her coming-of-age ceremony."

Night Hawk's voice carried a hint of uncertainty. He knew that Chu Xingyao admired the Third Prince Jun Xuanche, but he was even more aware of Jun Jiuxiao's complex feelings for Chu Xingyao.

Jun Jiuxiao's eyes suddenly turned cold. His emotions stirred slightly upon hearing Chu Xingyao's name, but he quickly regained his composure, his voice suddenly becoming ruthless:

"You're very free? Then for the next month, run ten laps around the Prince's Mansion every night."

Night Hawk was slightly taken aback. Although he did not understand why Jun Jiuxiao suddenly issued such an order, he knew that Jun Jiuxiao's decision was beyond question.

He could only reply in a deep voice, "Yes."

Jun Jiuxiao said to Ye Ying:

"From now on, there is no need to report the matter of Miss Chu to me again at the Zhennan General's Mansion, and all the secret guards shall be withdrawn."

He thought to himself:

“Her father and brothers have returned, and given her father’s nature as the most devoted daughter in the capital, he will surely be able to protect her.”

Night Hawk was taken aback. He didn't understand why Jun Jiuxiao's attitude had suddenly changed so drastically, but he could only obey: "Yes."

Jun Jiuxiao waved his hand, signaling Ye Ying to leave. Ye Ying turned and left, watching Jun Jiuxiao's lonely figure, he couldn't help but sigh inwardly:

"Your Highness's move is truly unwise."

Having followed the prince for many years, Ye Ying knew that Jun Jiuxiao's feelings for Chu Xingyao were far deeper than they appeared on the surface.

He simply couldn't believe that the prince could accept Chu Xingyao becoming someone else's wife.

Jun Jiuxiao sat alone in his study, his gaze slowly returning to his desk as he continued to bury himself in the mountain of official business.

The only sounds in the study were the soft rustling of him turning the pages of documents and the occasional crackling of a burning candle.

Time passed quietly, and Jun Jiuxiao inadvertently discovered that the memorial in his hand was upside down.

This small mistake ignited a deep-seated anger within him.

He restrained his emotions and placed the memorial heavily on the table.

Hearing the noise, the nighthawk quickly entered the room.

Jun Jiuxiao's voice was deep and steady, with almost no emotional fluctuation: "Change the table."

After saying that, he didn't linger and turned to walk firmly toward the tallest pavilion in the War King's Mansion.

His silhouette appeared exceptionally lonely and serene in the moonlight.

Night Hawk looked puzzled and was about to ask, "Your Highness, this table..."

Before he could finish speaking, the sturdy rosewood table silently cracked into several pieces.

This scene brought his questions to an abrupt halt, and he silently withdrew to carry out Jun Jiuxiao's orders.

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Xingheyuan

As night fell, Xinghe Garden was brightly lit, and a faint medicinal fragrance filled Chu Xingyao's room.

Chu's mother sat by the bed, gazing tenderly at her sleeping daughter.

Chu Xingyao's face was still pale, but her breathing had become steady, which brought some comfort to Chu's mother.

She gently stroked her daughter's forehead, her eyes filled with heartache and reluctance.

Chu Huaizhong stood in a corner of the room, his gaze also fixed on his daughter.

He knew Chu's mother's worries and exhaustion, and he also understood her concern for her daughter.

He said softly, "Madam, our baby is safe now. She needs to rest quietly."

You rushed back from the border day and night, and have been on guard for so long, your body must be exhausted.

"Let's go back and rest first. Xingchi and Xingyi can stay here and watch over her. We'll come see her again first thing tomorrow morning."

Chu's mother turned her head and looked at Chu Huaizhong, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes. She knew that Chu Huaizhong was right, but her heart was still preoccupied with her daughter.

Chu Huaizhong stepped forward, gently took his mother's hand, and continued to persuade her, "Madam, our precious child needs us, and we need to conserve our strength."

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Mother Chu finally nodded; she knew Chu Huaizhong was right. She stood up, gently kissed her darling's forehead, and whispered:

"My dear, Mommy is going back to rest now. I'll come see you again tomorrow. You need to get better soon; Mommy has so much to tell you."

Chu Huaizhong helped his mother, and the two left Xinghe Garden reluctantly.

Chu Xingchi and Chu Xingyi stood at the door, watching their parents leave.

Chu Xingchi is the eldest son of the Chu family. He is calm and composed. He looks at his sleeping sister with determination in his eyes.

Chu Xingyi was the second son, and although he was lively, he appeared unusually serious at this moment.

Chu Xingchi said to Chu Xingyi, "Second brother, you go and rest first. I'll stay with my sister tonight."

Chu Xingyi shook his head and said, "Big brother, I'll defend with you. We're brothers, and we should fight side by side at this time."

Chu Xingchi patted Chu Xingyi on the shoulder, and the two smiled at each other. Since boys and girls should not sit together after the age of seven, they walked out of the room together.

They sat at the door, taking turns keeping watch to ensure Chu Xingyao's safety.

In her dream, Chu Xingyao seemed to feel the protection of her brothers, and the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, revealing a reassuring smile.

On this cold night, Xingheyuan was filled with warmth and love.

Chu Huaizhong and his mother returned to their room. Although they were physically exhausted, their hearts were still with Chu Xingyao.

Chu's mother lay on the bed, clutching Chu Xingyao's childhood toys tightly in her hands, tears glistening in her eyes.

Chu Huaizhong sat on the edge of the bed, gently embraced his mother, and whispered comfortingly, "Madam, our baby will get better, she will get better."

Chu's mother leaned on Chu Huaizhong's shoulder, and the two prayed together for Chu Xingyao's recovery.

On this sleepless night, everyone in the Chu family was protecting Chu Xingyao in their own way.

Their love, like the brightest star in the night sky, illuminated Chu Xingyao's path to recovery.