Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 451

Chapter 451: Chapter 448: Entering the Palace_1

The five carriages, escorted by imperial guards, had an impressive display... far exceeding her grandmother, the Eldest Princess.

"His Majesty specially sent this old servant to escort the Princess of Zhen and the Lord of Gaoyi into the palace!" Gao Demao stepped forward with a smile, saluting as he spoke. _{frёewebηovel.cѳm}

"Thank you for your trouble, Eunuch Gao!" Bai Qingyan nodded to Gao Demao.

Bai Jinzhi, closely following behind Bai Qingyan, lowered her voice as soon as they boarded the carriage: "The Emperor actually sent Eunuch Gao to escort us!"

Bai Qingyan smiled without responding.

She looked through the windswept carriage curtains, seeing the guards holding back the Bai family on both sides of the road to allow the carriage to pass.

The more the Emperor put on a grand show, the fewer tangible rewards she and Bai Jinzhi would receive later.

"When we see the Emperor, we should ask for more practical things!" Bai Qingyan advised Bai Jinzhi, "The more gold and silver we have, the more soldiers we can gather to fight the bandits in the future."

Bai Jinzhi nodded: "I understand! Reject the empty titles... but accept the gold, silver, and jewels! I am young and ignorant... I should shamelessly ask the Emperor for more."

The smile in Bai Qingyan’s eyes deepened, and she nodded.

The carriages escorting the Princess of Zhen and the Lord of Gaoyi swaggered all the way into the palace. The Emperor, accompanied by the Crown Prince, summoned Bai Qingyan and Bai Jinzhi in the study.

The Emperor looked to be in great spirits, appearing several years younger. It was unclear if it was due to the great victory at the Northern Frontier or the elixir.

Bai Qingyan and Bai Jinzhi respectfully bowed to the Emperor. After granting them seats, Bai Jinzhi quickly stepped forward to assist Bai Qingyan in rising.

The Emperor noticed how ill Bai Qingyan looked. She was already very pale, but now even her lips were bloodless.

The Crown Prince was also astonished: "Yesterday, the Commandery Princess seemed to be in decent health. How did she suddenly fall ill? Should we summon Doctor Huang to take a look?"

"Thank you, Your Highness! It’s nothing serious! I have always been in poor health. This battle in the Northern Frontier... I pushed myself to the limit. After the great victory, I felt utterly spent. Upon returning to Dadu, I finally relaxed, but developed a high fever yesterday afternoon! Don’t worry, Your Highness... Aunt Lu has already checked on me, it’s nothing serious!" Bai Qingyan spoke slowly, with a hint of weakness.

"Cousin, please talk to my Elder Sister! She listens to you! Aunt Lu said... my sister’s old illness has been exacerbated by overexertion. If this continues..." Bai Jinzhi looked as if she couldn’t continue, choking with emotion.

The Crown Prince was pleased with Bai Jinzhi’s deference to him but concealed it, showing concern instead: "General Liu Hong also told me how hard the Princess of Zhen worked this time!"

Bai Qingyan stood up, overwhelmed with gratitude, and bowed: "As a citizen of Jin, and as the Princess of Zhen, it’s my duty to contribute to Jin Kingdom. I dare not accept Your Highness’s praise for my hard work! The Bai family has always given their lives for Jin Kingdom. As a descendant of the Bai family, I must inherit the spirit of my ancestors. However, my physical weakness prevents me from guarding the frontier, which brings me great shame."

The Emperor looked at Bai Qingyan, who was kneeling. Her poor health reassured him in some ways...