The general's eldest daughter has a spatial ability

Nangong Li shook his head: "I don't know why he hates Father and Mother so much. It seems we should go to the palace before we go to the Southern Frontier and remind Father and Mother to pay close attention to Nangong Chun and Nangong Yu's movements."

I suspect that the person who saved Mu Cai and his family at the hot spring resort last time might be Nangong Yu, but he's impersonating Nangong Chun. His purpose is definitely to frame Nangong Chun and ruin the Empress Dowager's reputation. If we follow the trail, we'll find Nangong Chun's involvement. Then, when we fight like the clam and the heron, he can reap the benefits.

Li Liuyun said angrily, "He looks all human, yet he does nothing human."

"Looking all smug?!" Nangong Li chuckled. He's my brother, after all.

Li Ruliu rolled her eyes at Nangong Li: "He is him, and you are you. But have you noticed? Although Nangong Chun and Nangong Yu are quite good-looking, they don't resemble the Emperor at all, and they don't look like him either."

"Oh, by the way, do your other two elder brothers look like Father? I've never seen or heard of their mothers."

Nangong Li shook his head: "They don't look alike at all. Maybe they just resemble their mother, the eldest and second princes. Their mother passed away not long after giving birth to them. The eldest and second princes grew up at their own home, on their maternal grandparents' side. They've only seen each other a handful of times. They only come back once a year for their father's birthday."

Father said he felt guilty towards his eldest and second brothers, so even their marriages will be decided by them themselves, and he will not interfere. The maternal grandfathers of the eldest and second brothers were Father's right-hand men and were highly valued by him. But now they are both guarding the border, just like your uncles, all brave and skilled generals.

Li Liuyun smiled and said, "In that case, although your two elder brothers are princes, they have the freedom to marry and the protection of their maternal grandparents' family, making them much more carefree than Nangong Chun and Nangong Yu."

Nangong Li also smiled and nodded: "My eldest brother and second brother are both good people. We have always kept in touch through letters. Every year on Father's birthday, they come back and stay at the Pingnan Prince's Mansion. Mother is also very good to them. When they were young and before they left the palace to live with their maternal grandparents, it was Mother who personally took care of them."

They also held their mother in high esteem, sending her valuable gifts every year on her birthday. When we were little, the three of us brothers often slept in the same bed. Compared to Nangong Village and Nan Apartment, I was closer to my eldest and second brothers.

Li Liuyun and Nangong Lili returned to the Huainan Prince's Mansion. Li Liuyun said to Nangong Lili, "The Empress Dowager should have already told Father Emperor about our trip to the Southern Frontier, but we still need to sneak into the palace. First, we need to tell Father Emperor about Nangong Yu and remind him to be vigilant at all times."

Secondly, I need to prepare some medicine for my father and mother's self-defense, as well as antidotes and two bottles of spring water, just in case. If possible, I'd like my mother to leave the palace to rest during her pregnancy, but how can we do this discreetly? The palace is fraught with danger, and I'm afraid that something might go wrong while we're away, and we'll regret it then. We're in the southern border and won't be able to rescue her in time.”

Nangong Li pondered for a moment and said, "This matter needs to be considered carefully. If we want the Empress to leave the palace to rest and recuperate without arousing suspicion, we need to come up with a suitable excuse. For example, we can say that the Empress is not in good health and needs to go to a temple outside the city to pray for blessings and recuperate. There are people we have arranged to take care of her in the temple, so it is safe."

Li Liuyun's eyes lit up: "That's a good idea, but we need to make sure the temple is prepared in advance and doesn't give anything away."

So the two began to carefully plan the details, arranging for people to make arrangements at the temple. Then, under the cover of night, they secretly entered the palace to meet the emperor and empress.

Nangong Li recounted Nangong Yu's conspiracy in detail. Upon hearing this, the emperor was furious and immediately decided to strengthen surveillance over Nangong Yu.

Looking at Nangong Huan and Mu Yuyan, Nangong Li suddenly spoke up, "Father, Mother, I have a question. Why does this Fifth Prince hate you two so much? Is there something I don't know?"

Mu Yuyan glanced at Nangong Huan, looking as if she wanted to say something but hesitated.

Nangong Huan said expressionlessly, "Let's talk about this after you return from the Southern Frontier. It's not the right time now."

The atmosphere became somewhat awkward for a moment. Li Liuyun quickly offered self-defense medicine and antidote pills, and also instructed the emperor and empress on how to use the spiritual spring water, easily glossing over the previous topic.

The Empress hesitated upon hearing their suggestion that she leave the palace to rest and prepare for childbirth, worried that it might arouse suspicion. Nangong Li and Li Liuyun repeatedly assured her that everything would be arranged properly, and the Empress finally nodded. With everything arranged, they simply waited for the right moment to escort the Empress out of the palace.

Seeing that Nangong Huan was still angry, Li Liuyun winked at Nangong Li, signaling him to comfort his father, the Emperor.

Nangong Li stepped forward and poured a cup of tea for Nangong Huan: "As the saying goes, a big forest has all kinds of birds. With so many sons, there will always be one or two unfilial ones. Besides, our family still has the throne to inherit. Calm down, you'll get used to it."

Li Liuyun was almost speechless upon hearing Nangong Li's words! Was this supposed to be comforting? That was too unusual!

Upon hearing Nangong Li's words, the Empress was taken aback at first, then couldn't help but burst out laughing. "You child, how can you comfort someone like that?"

Nangong Huan rolled his eyes at Nangong Li, took another sip of tea, and said, "Our family not only has an unfilial son, but also a rebellious son like you. The throne is given to you for free, but you don't want it."

Although Nangong Huan's tone was not very good, the anger in his eyes had dissipated considerably.

Seeing that the emperor's mood had improved, Li Liuyun smiled and said, "Father, Nangong Li is just trying to make you happy. Now that we know about Nangong Yu's conspiracy, we have a way to deal with it. As long as we are careful, we can definitely keep the royal family safe."

Nangong Huan nodded. "Your reminder was very timely, and it's also thanks to Liuyun's thoughtfulness in preparing these medicines. However, we still need to be extremely cautious about sending your mother out of the palace."

Nangong Li and Li Liuyun replied in unison, "Father, rest assured, we will make all the necessary arrangements."

Afterwards, the emperor discussed some details with them before dismissing them. Once they were out of the palace, Li Liuyun quietly said to Nangong Li, "Your comforting words really made Father Emperor laugh. It seems that sometimes taking an unconventional approach is quite good."

Nangong Li raised an eyebrow. "As long as it works, that's fine. That old man is so stubborn. If you try to comfort him seriously, he won't listen. He'll probably think I've lost my mind."

The two smiled at each other and walked hand in hand toward the Prince of Huainan's residence. After escorting Li Liuyun back to his room, Nangong Li summoned An Yi and gave him a few instructions. An Yi accepted the order and left.

After returning to the palace, Nangong Li had Qingyang invite Chu Yu and her son to his study. He then frankly informed them that they would soon be heading to the Southern Frontier. He told them to prepare themselves and to accompany them.