After being reborn, I went on a killing spree in the imperial court.

Cao Yuan opened her eyes.

Who is speaking?

Upon hearing the sound, Cao Yuan lifted the carriage curtain, and Luo Jiulan and the coroner, carrying bundles on their backs, stood in front of the carriage watching them.

Judging from their posture, are they going to come with me?

"You two want to..."

"Your Highness, could you give me a ride? I need to get to the capital!"

Luo Jiulan smiled, her captivating eyes blinking at Cao Yuan.

"Huh? Aren't you a servant bought by the Governor's Office? Why are you going to the capital?"

"Oh, the governor has let me go. I want to go to the capital to find some other things to do! I heard there are bandits in the area! I would like to ask the prince for a ride."

“We’re on the official road, there are no bandits here!” Chu Yan suddenly said.

"Tsk!" Cao Yuan glared at him.

"Get in the car!"

"Thank you very much!"

Luo Jiulan actually got into the carriage and sat down next to Cao Yuan.

"Your Highness! I want to become your disciple! Please take me with you!"

Whom do you want to worship?

The junior coroner pointed at Chu Yan and said, "Him!"

Chu Yan tilted his head.

"I want to go to the capital to learn how to be a coroner! I want to become his apprentice!"

“Okay! Let’s go together!” Cao Yuan agreed immediately, her voice clear and decisive.

Her eyes sparkled with excitement and anticipation. She couldn't wait to make the decision for Chu Yan, without even considering whether Chu Yan was willing.

However, before he could even get into the car, Chu Yan coldly refused, "No!"

His voice was cold and resolute, with an unquestionable tone.

"why?"

"You've forgotten our previous agreement, and I have no intention of taking on any apprentices."

"The past is the past, and things can be changed! You just happen to need someone who can perform autopsies."

"However, this carriage is a bit crowded. Alan, go and prepare another carriage."

"Your Highness, you're not going to abandon me, are you?" Luo Jiulan asked worriedly.

"We need another carriage. With so many people, how long would it take for one carriage to get there? If you're worried, then..."

"Jinzhu, you go with Alan!"

"Yes!"

The two men got off the carriage.

“Princess, he’s no longer your servant. There’s no need to treat him like this!” Chu Yan couldn’t help but remind him.

"Since you have such strong opinions, how about I order you around from now on?"

Chu Yan turned to the side.

"Come on, quickly give this king a shoulder massage!"

Cao Yuan puffed out her chest, pointed to her shoulder, and grinned from ear to ear.

Chu Yan turned his head and looked somewhat embarrassed.

She's still angry!

Soon after, Luo Jiulan and Jinzhu returned together.

"Your Highness, the carriage is ready," Luo Jiulan said.

"Alan, I forgot you're not a servant. Would you mind if I order you around?"

Luo Jiulan shook his head vigorously, "Of course not! It is my honor to serve the Prince."

Cao Yuan raised an eyebrow at Chu Yan with a smug look.

Fan Qingli sensed that the atmosphere between the two was not right and said, "Your Highness! I'm going to sit in the carriage in the back."

"You two come with me to ride in the other car!"

"Ah, I want to follow my master!" the young coroner blurted out, completely oblivious to the situation.

Fan Qingli glared at him and slapped his head hard. "Say one more word and I'll throw you on the side of the road!"

The junior coroner pursed his lips and obediently followed Fan Qingli out of the car.

"Your Highness, I'll take another carriage too!" Luo Jiulan got out of the carriage as well.

Only the three of them remained in the carriage.

"Why don't you want to take him as your apprentice? Isn't he quite good at performing autopsies?"

"He's not fit to be a coroner!"

"How so?" Cao Yuan asked curiously.

"The coroner's main job is to examine the body and reconstruct the truth, but he has clearly overstepped his bounds and is helping these women to interfere with our investigation!"

Cao Yuan agreed with him, saying, "You're right! But these women are also caught up in their own circumstances. However, he's still young and doesn't know right from wrong. He needs someone to guide him onto the right path!"

"Besides, the young coroner's life was just saved, so he should have learned his lesson."

The carriage moved slowly forward, its wheels making rhythmic sounds on the stone pavement.

When they reached the city gate, the carriage suddenly stopped without warning. The people inside swayed slightly at the abrupt halt.

Lifting the carriage curtain, one could see a dense crowd of people kneeling on both sides of the road.

Cao Yuan quickly got out of the car, walked briskly to them, and said anxiously, "What are you doing? Please get up!"

"Your Highness, we learned that you are returning to the capital today, and we are waiting for you here! Please accept our bow!"

"Please accept our bow!"

"We have suffered persecution from these corrupt officials for so many years, and so many officials who came down to inspect the country just stood by and watched. Only Your Highness is willing to take action!"

"This is what we should do! It is our Great Wei that has wronged you and caused you suffering. I should be the one apologizing to you."

Cao Yuan bowed and said, "Everyone, please get up!"

The people all stood up, their eyes filled with gratitude for Cao Yuan.

Luo Zhong stepped out from the crowd, and Cao Yuan became wary upon seeing him. "What? I'm about to leave, and you still want to come and lecture me personally?"

"Although I still hold a grudge against you, I hope you can truly do something for the people of Wei!"

A gentle breeze blew, lifting the curtain in front of the carriage. Chu Yan, seated in a position that allowed him to see the scene unfolding outside, reflected on how, despite being a prince himself, he had done nothing for his people in Shu.

"Chu Yan! Chu Yan!"

"Hmm?" Chu Yan came back to his senses, and Cao Yuan had already sat down in front of him.

What are you thinking about so intently?

"It's nothing!"

"Bai Lu is in the prison cart outside. Do you think someone might be unable to resist the urge to break her out again?"

Chu Yan raised his eyelids to look at Cao Yuan. He knew she was waiting for his answer, or more precisely, she was asking if he would also participate in the prison break.

The atmosphere between the two in the carriage was unusually strange; even Jinzhu wanted to get into another carriage.

Inside the carriage, Cao Yuan squinted, preparing to take a nap. She hadn't had a proper rest in days, and now she finally had a chance to relax.

The carriage moved slowly forward, the road bumpy, but Cao Yuan slept soundly. She lay on her side, unaware that she was leaning against Chu Yan. Cao Yuan's breathing was even and soft, her arms naturally wrapped around his waist.

Chu Yan sat quietly, his body slightly stiff, a strange feeling welling up inside him.

Her hair gently brushed against Chu Yan's chest, bringing a ticklish sensation.

Chu Yan lowered his head and looked at Cao Yuan's peaceful sleeping face.

A tranquil atmosphere permeated the carriage. Chu Yan was immersed in this strange feeling, enjoying this rare peace.

Jinzhu looked worried, "Your Highness..."

"She hasn't been getting enough rest lately, so let her sleep!" Chu Yan patted her head.

Jinzhu's eyes widened, thinking to herself, "When did His Highness and Lord Chu make up?"

After an unknown amount of time, the carriage ran over the stones, waking Cao Yuan and Chu Yan.

"Huh?" Cao Yuan looked up and realized that she had fallen asleep on top of Chu Yan.

Their eyes met, and Cao Yuan took a step back. "Jinzhu! Why didn't you wake me up!"

"You're sleeping so soundly, Your Highness," Jinzhu said innocently.

Cao Yuan lifted the carriage curtain to look outside. It was unusually quiet, a good place to make a move.