Chapter 317: The Peasant Girl’s Splendid Manor
Chapter 317: Do You Miss Me? (4)
Even though his heartfelt sentiments were not accepted, Xiao Ruiyuan never had the word "give up" in his eyes. Only those who don't strive have nothing they can achieve!
If it weren't for today's early court session, where he was suddenly appointed by Emperor Hui'an as the supreme commander of the 100,000-strong army, he wouldn't have hurried over today to confess his feelings to the woman he admired! He didn't know when the war would end. He had to leave a mark in the woman's heart to prevent other men from taking advantage of her when he wasn't around!
Arriving at the Jingshan Villa, Xiao Ruiyuan went straight to the study. When he entered, Chu Heng had already prepared tea and was waiting for him.
Without waiting for him to bow, Chu Heng gestured for him to sit down and personally poured him a cup of tea.
"Although you have been appointed as the commander of the 100,000 army, this battle is not easy to fight. You need to be prepared!"
Xiao Ruiyuan nodded slightly, showing no signs of difficulty on his face, indicating that he had already considered this.
Seeing this, Chu Heng stopped talking, glanced at him from top to bottom, and asked with a smile, "I thought you would come after the morning court session. But you're late by a whole morning. Did something urgent delay you?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Ruiyuan made an excuse to drink tea, disguising the unnatural expression on his face. Seeing his cousin staring at him teasingly, he felt somewhat helpless.
"Cousin, it's just some personal matters."
Chu Heng heard the term "cousin" and knew he shouldn't ask further. He smiled gently and said, "Since you don't want to say, I won't force you. As long as you know in your heart!"
Although he said so, he was extremely surprised. He couldn't help but think of the joke Huai Xi made last time. Could it be that Hanzhang really had someone he admired?
Seeing Chu Heng no longer asking, Xiao Ruiyuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He was indeed his cousin, but he was also the Crown Prince of Da Chuvo. He wouldn't accept his admiration for an ordinary girl. For now, he could only keep it hidden and wait for the right time to reveal it. This was the best protection for that girl!
"Your Highness, I received news yesterday that there were rumors of a thousand-year-old ginseng appearing in Jizhou Prefecture. Hanzhang has already sent people to investigate. We should have news soon."
As Xiao Ruiyuan spoke, he took out a letter from his waist seal and placed it in front of Chu Heng. The prince's illness couldn't be delayed any longer. Even if it was just a rumor, he couldn't let it slip by.
A hint of joy flashed across Chu Heng's face as he picked up the letter and carefully read it. Despite its short length, he read it for a long time. The hope in his eyes dimmed again.
Xiao Ruiyuan didn't understand. With news of the thousand-year-old ginseng, shouldn't His Highness be happy?
Chu Heng suppressed the desolation on his face, showing a forced smile. "The situation on the battlefield changes rapidly. I will assign someone to investigate this matter. We mustn't be distracted by such trivial matters."
Xiao Ruiyuan's face showed a disapproving expression. "In Hanzhang's eyes, this matter is much more important than the border war!"
Seeing his serious cousin, Chu Heng felt touched. A genuine smile appeared on his face from the bottom of his heart.
Forget it. No matter whether the rumor of the thousand-year-old ginseng is true or false, there's still a glimmer of hope. Even if there's only one year left until the prediction that he won't live past twenty-five, he won't give up until the very end.
The two discussed the details of the border war until the sun set in the west. Xiao Ruiyuan then left the Jingshan Villa, riding his horse back to the Marquis of Weiyuan's mansion.
"Oh, isn't it Big Brother who's back!"
Just as he reached the second gate, a voice came from the side. Xiao Ruiyuan glanced sideways and saw two young men under the veranda. The leader was none other than his "good" second brother who was eager to send him to his death and seize the position of the heir.
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