So sweet! She's pampered like a precious gem in her little world.

Summer is just around the corner.

Chu Yu is most afraid of the heat. In previous years, Jing Yin would make preparations in advance and take her to the summer palace to escape the heat at this time.

The departure date has arrived this year, but the man has yet to make any move.

The days are getting hotter and hotter.

Jingyin forbade her from indulging in cold drinks and strictly limited the amount of ice in the palace.

To his surprise, when he returned from court that day, he saw the little girl pitifully guarding the ice chest on a small stool.

The man frowned instantly, his voice low and menacing: "Chu Chu, who taught you to get so close to the ice chest?"

The girl had a constitution that was prone to coldness, and the female doctor specifically instructed her to pay attention to this from a young age so that when her period came in a few years, the pain wouldn't be too severe.

Who knew that in just a short while, he almost pounced on the ice chest!

Chu Yu knew she was in the wrong, so she curled her lips, got up, and walked to the man's side.

Jingyin was still wearing a dignified black brocade dragon-patterned court robe, his black hair tied up high, making him look more noble and aloof than usual.

It's a bit intimidating to be able to lecture her with a stern face right now.

The little girl timidly reached out and tugged at his sleeve.

"Brother, I was wrong—"

The man remained unmoved, glancing at her sideways before parting his thin lips slightly: "What did I do wrong?"

"The mistake was getting too close to the ice chest to cool off..."

His voice trailed off, filled with deep grievance.

Jingyin was reluctant to scold her, but after hearing her say a few words of apology, he felt so sorry for her that he wanted to pick her up and comfort her.

But in the end, I held back.

He cannot continue to indulge her; it concerns her health, and he must adhere to his principles and bottom line!

Chu Yu tearfully apologized, but the man didn't immediately move on as usual; he remained silent with a cold expression.

I was a little angry at that moment.

It was just sitting next to the ice chest for a while!

If he hadn't failed to take her to the summer palace to escape the heat, she wouldn't be in such a hot state.

So angry.

This body is only ten years old, and when her emotions get the better of her, she can't control the tears that well up in her eyes.

Jingyin couldn't hold back any longer. He panicked and quickly knelt down to hug and comfort her.

"Okay, okay, Chu Chu, don't cry. It's your brother's fault. I shouldn't have scolded you. Don't cry, be good."

His attitude in admitting his mistake was extremely correct and good.

The sliding kneeling posture is standard and skillful.

It definitely takes three to five years to achieve this.

Chu Yu: "..."

She held back the tears that were welling up in her eyes.

At this moment, how could the young emperor still remember the unwavering belief he had just held in his heart?

What principles and what bottom line?

His principle and bottom line were always there from the beginning.

Thinking of this, he sighed softly, "Alright, baby, go pack your things. We'll set off for the imperial palace tomorrow."

He knew perfectly well that the young girl longed to go to the summer palace to escape the heat.

He's been really busy lately, and he's thinking of finishing up quickly so he'll have time to play with the little girl when he gets to the palace.

Actually, it's only a few days later than in previous years.

However, his little princess was spoiled and became unhappy after only a few days of heat.

Chu Yu was overjoyed when she heard that they could leave tomorrow. She hugged the man's neck and kissed him on the cheek.

"Brother is the best!"

Jingyin froze instantly. The sweet scent seemed to still linger on his nose, and the soft touch remained on his face.

He paused for a moment before speaking, his voice low and hoarse: "Will the baby stay with his brother forever?"

Yes, it will!

Where else would she go?

But the man clearly meant something else entirely.

He suppressed the surging emotions in his heart, turned his head and carefully kissed the girl's soft cheek.

"Okay, brother will always protect baby."

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The consequence of being too excited was that Chu Yu couldn't fall asleep until the middle of the night.

She wouldn't sleep, and Jingyin didn't dare to sleep either.

I tried reading her several different storybooks, but I still couldn't coax her.

Finally, he simply pulled her into his arms and forced her to sleep, which barely managed to coax her to sleep.

Early the next morning.

The little girl really couldn't get up.

Fortunately, Jingyin was already used to it. He skillfully wrapped the person in a small blanket, carried him into the imperial carriage, and took him away.

The whole process was completed in one go, leaving Li Zhi speechless with astonishment.

Why is His Majesty becoming more and more like... an old father?

Let alone outsiders who are unaware of the situation.

Even he was starting to wonder if the little princess was really His Majesty's illegitimate daughter...?

If this child isn't their biological child, why would they be spoiled like this?!

Given that Chu Yu is still young, no one around her has thought about it in that direction.

Until the young girl came of age, they witnessed the aloof and indifferent emperor holding her in his arms and kissing her...

Then it dawned on me that everything had been foreshadowed all along.

However, this is all a story for another day.

The journey to the palace was not far; at a normal pace, it would take about three days.

Chu Yu doesn't get carsick, and Jing Yin's imperial carriage is smooth and comfortable, so the journey isn't too difficult.

On the afternoon of the third day, the weather, which had been blazing with sunshine, suddenly changed. Dark clouds instantly filled the sky, and it seemed that a torrential downpour was inevitable.

The imperial chariot was traveling smoothly through the mountain forest.

Once you go around this mountain, you'll reach the palace.

No one expected to encounter a rainstorm at this time. The mountain roads are usually flat and wide, but they become muddy and impassable when it rains heavily.

In severe cases, the wheels may get stuck in the mud and the vehicle may be unable to move.

Chu Yu leaned against the window, her face showing a worry that seemed out of place for her age.

Seeing this, the man beside him put down the folded document in his hand, amused, and reached out to pinch the baby fat that had not yet faded.

"What's making our baby so worried, hmm?"

Chu Yu felt a vague unease, as if something was about to happen.

[Little Milk Cake, could you check if there are any potential dangers nearby?]

[Sure, please wait a moment, host.]

The little milk cake is not yet at a high level and does not have the ability to monitor risks at all times, but it can still explore according to the host's requirements.

[Host! Something terrible has happened! Regent Jingzheng has arranged for assassins to lie in ambush nearby, intending to kill you and Jingyin right here!]

Chu Yu was startled and momentarily panicked.

She turned to look at the composed man beside her. Did he know about this?

If he knew, then he must have made thorough preparations long ago to be so calm.

What should she do if she doesn't know?

We can't just go over and tell him directly that the Regent has sent assassins to kill us in the vicinity, can we?

Chu Yu heard her heart pounding erratically in her chest. She gripped the hem of her skirt tightly, trying to calm herself down.

Jingyin also noticed that something was wrong with her. He frowned, picked her up, and sat her on his lap. He took her small hand, which was ice-cold.

His tone immediately turned serious. "What's wrong?"

The little girl couldn't hide anything at all; her worries were written all over her face.

Jingyin just couldn't understand why she, at her age, was worried about anything, since he would handle all her affairs.

He still acts like a little adult.

Weirdly cute.

Chu Yu learned from Xiao Naigao that the assassin would be making his move soon, and she couldn't think of anything else for the moment.

"elder brother!"

Her voice was tinged with urgency and trembled with sobs, and Jingyin composed himself upon hearing it.

"What's wrong, baby? Tell your brother, don't be afraid."

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