Prince Yu has been escorted back to the palace by Chu Lingyang.

On the way, no one dared to utter a single word.

Yet, the news spread quickly. Rumor had it that officials were already pressing to meet with the Emperor.

Prince Jing stood alone in resistance.

For now, no one could meet the Emperor.

"The Fourth Imperial Brother cannot fend off all the officials on his own. The Eldest Loyal Brother is free of charges, yet he’s been forcibly imprisoned in the Sky Prison. This is neither just nor right by the Imperial Family towards the Eldest Loyal Brother."

Chu Lingyang was supposed to return and rest, but upon returning, Chu Qianli told him to go back to the residence. Yet, how could he dare to rest?

Now only Prince Jing, Chu Wang, was standing alone in the Emperor’s chambers, blocking the officials. How long could this last?

If this were to continue, it might not be long before they accused him of holding the Emperor hostage, commanding the nobles. Then, not even Prince Jing would be spared.

No one dares to show disrespect to the Emperor, but to deal with a Prince Jing, there’s still some courage to do so.

Prince Jing cannot hold on for much longer.

How could Chu Lingyang not be anxious?

Chu Qianli was still treating Feng Yexuan’s wounds.

Earlier at the Prince Yu Residence’s gates, it was not clearly seen.

Unexpectedly, after taking off his clothes, many wounds, big and small, were discovered, too many to count.

Apart from today’s injuries, he had sustained many before, and... there were wounds from being hit by rods.

Her heart felt unable to express the emotions stirring within.

Hua Rong must have visited.

However, he did not speak, nor did she inquire.

Between them, there seemed to be something, a barrier, an obstacle, seemingly never crossing over.

"Little Lili, what are you thinking?" Chu Lingyang grew more anxious seeing her silent.

"Little Lili..."

"Second Imperial Uncle, didn’t I already tell you to go back to the residence and rest well?"

Chu Qianli’s gaze shifted from Feng Yexuan’s shoulder wound, turning her head to look at Chu Lingyang standing in the room.

"Second Imperial Uncle, I’m treating the wounds of the Feng Prince. You are an elder standing in the room, while I am seated. You are making me quite uneasy."

"Is this really the time to worry about such trivial etiquette?"

Chu Lingyang certainly knew that Chu Qianli cared little for matters of etiquette!

Yet, she chose not to mention a word regarding the disposition of Prince Yu, increasing his unease.

"Little Lili, what exactly is the situation with the Loyal Brother now? Is he..."

"He will get well soon. I am currently removing toxins from him, but during this time, he needs a completely calm environment to recuperate, and cannot meet guests for now."

Chu Qianli gave him a serene smile, comforting him: "Second Imperial Uncle, can you not trust me?"

"How could I not trust you? It’s just I’m afraid... afraid you won’t be able to handle it all alone!"

At this moment, Chu Lingyang was utterly trusting of Chu Qianli.

As he said, the anxiety wasn’t from mistrust but fear that the young girl might take on everything herself, not consulting with them to avoid burdening him.

How could he not understand?

"Little Lili, regardless of what you want to do, you must know your Second Imperial Uncle fully supports you, so why not tell your Second Imperial Uncle clearly? Your Second Imperial Uncle will definitely..."

"Since Second Imperial Uncle supports my decision, then please stop asking, go back and sleep well. Perhaps after awakening, everything will be resolved."

Chu Qianli kept that expression, a mild, gentle smile, which was indeed reassuring.

"Second Imperial Uncle, you haven’t rested well for quite a while. Go back, hand over the matters to me, and I will definitely provide a satisfactory explanation to everyone."