Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 332

Chapter 332: Chapter 329: Filial Piety Part 1

"How can a thief hide for a thousand days? Is it possible to guard against a thief for a thousand days?" the Crown Prince’s face became increasingly grim as he shook the letter in his hand, causing it to rustle loudly. "The Princess sent for marriage is involved with a eunuch! And she intends to assassinate me! Xiliang really goes too far!"

The Crown Prince could endure the Princess’s ambiguous relationship with a eunuch, but this woman would live in the Crown Prince’s residence and become his side consort. She might assassinate him at any moment. How could he live peacefully?

Bai Qingyan looked at the Crown Prince. "But merely based on this letter of unknown origin, we cannot prevent the Princess of Xiliang from entering the Crown Prince’s residence. Especially since Princess Li Tianfu from Xiliang becoming the side consort is the Emperor’s decision."

"According to my humble opinion, Your Highness might as well proceed with the marriage as usual. Select a few highly skilled guards to stay close by to ensure your safety. On the other hand, as soon as King Yan, Li Zhijie, enters the Crown Prince’s residence, have the guards keep an eye on him. If he shows any signs of misconduct, apprehend him immediately and use him for leverage," said Elder Fang.

The Crown Prince turned to Bai Qingyan. "What does the Commandery Princess think?"

"You can send this letter to the Imperial Palace and explain its origin clearly, Your Highness."

"I agree with what the Commandery Princess said!" Elder Fang wholeheartedly approved. "Even if nothing happens today, if the Princess of Xiliang attempts any further treacherous acts in the future, His Majesty will not dismiss it as a mere marital quarrel. Your Highness could even divorce the Princess of Xiliang."

Qin Shangzhi rolled his eyes at Elder Fang.

The reason Bai Qingyan wanted to send this letter into the palace was to make the Emperor understand that regardless of whether anything happens today with the Princess of Xiliang entering the Crown Prince’s residence, the Crown Prince would not spend the night in Li Tianfu’s room. However, this action was not due to dissatisfaction with the Emperor’s arranged marriage.

Thus, after welcoming the Princess of Xiliang into the residence, they would simply keep her under strict surveillance like an ornament.

Were they expected to have the Crown Prince risk his life to test an assassination plot? How absurd?

Qin Shangzhi realized Elder Fang had truly aged. During the Southern Frontier campaign, some of his words made sense. But since returning to the Crown Prince’s residence, his words had become exasperating.

Qin Shangzhi intended to argue but refrained when he noticed Bai Qingyan remained silent, frowning and holding back his words.

"Your Highness, the side consort is about to enter the residence through the side gate. Will the Crown Prince go to greet her?" Quan Yu asked softly from outside.

Traditionally, for the marriage of a side consort, it wasn’t necessary for the Crown Prince to greet her personally.

But if the side consort came from a prestigious family or if the Crown Prince wished to show respect, he would go to the side gate personally to welcome her.

However, the Crown Prince was seething with anger and was unlikely to go and greet her.

The Crown Prince tightened his grip on the letter, placed it back in the envelope, and called out, "Quan Yu, come inside!"

The Crown Prince handed the letter to Ren Shijie. "Mr. Ren, please personally escort Quan Yu to the palace and instruct him on what to say on the way."

Ren Shijie received the letter with both hands. "Rest assured, Your Highness. I will ensure Quan Yu explains everything clearly to the eunuch."

Bai Qingyan stood up. "In that case, I will take my leave."

"Wait a moment..." The Crown Prince looked at Bai Qingyan, his anger barely contained. "You do not need to leave today. Tell the Crown Princess Consort that the Commandery Princess Zhen is a distinguished guest of my residence."

The Crown Prince wanted the people of Xiliang to see that he did not care even if this side consort was a legitimate princess of Xiliang.

The Crown Prince soon appeared in the main hall with a group of guards and Bai Qingyan, surprising many people. _{freewebnøvel.com}