Chapter 196: Preparations for Departure
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Feng Deshui surveyed the Prince Qi’s residence with a critical eye.
Seven days ago, he had set out from Chang’an, enduring the fatigue of travel by boat and horseback before finally arriving in Qingzhou that morning.
The news of Cangzhou’s great victory had shaken the court and the public alike, and with the arrival of the newspapers in Chang’an, the details of the battle had spread far and wide.
Emperor Wenxuan, overjoyed, had hosted a grand banquet for his ministers. The very next day, Feng Deshui had been dispatched to Qingzhou to deliver the imperial edict.
As a eunuch serving directly under Emperor Wenxuan, Feng Deshui’s personal journey to Qingzhou spoke volumes about the Emperor’s regard for Xiao Ming.
Upon arriving at the city gates, he had presented his token and was promptly escorted to the Prince Qi’s residence by soldiers.
“His Highness, Prince Qi, arrives!”
Just as he was taking in the modest simplicity of the residence, a voice announced Xiao Ming’s arrival.
Moments later, a young man bearing a faint resemblance to Emperor Wenxuan entered the hall—none other than Xiao Ming himself, the current Prince Qi.
“This humble servant, Feng Deshui, pays his respects to Your Highness.”
Wearing a practiced smile, Feng Deshui bowed deeply as Xiao Ming stepped into the main hall.