Having just been praised, Jiang Yingcheng was in an excellent mood and repeated her earlier question to the pretty Aunties-
"Chengcheng's imperial father asked," Jiang Yingcheng said, leaning halfway out of her handsome imperial father's arms. Her large eyes fluttered as she stared straight at Ding Ruihan, who was kneeling on the floor. "Aunties, why did you give him this letter?"
The bewilderment and helplessness on Ding Ruihan's face were far too obvious. The curiosity in Jiang Yingcheng's eyes faltered, and she sheepishly nestled back into her handsome imperial father's arms.
[Never mind, never mind. Chengcheng will investigate it herself~]
The Ding Family had already attracted her handsome imperial father's attention, and men had been sent ahead of time to watch that group in the city. She trusted that once the people from Western Liang entered Wind Brocade Commandery, everyone would immediately be on their guard.
The greatest hidden danger had been removed, so she could safely-
[Go feast on gossip!]
Jiang Yanchuan lowered his eyes to the little one and chuckled.
Children's emotions came and went quickly, and at this moment, he was immensely grateful that the little one was no exception.
He settled her into the Upholstered Chair beside him, then pushed the pastries on the table toward her, making sure she could reach the snacks on the plate even when she stretched out her hand without thinking.
Then he lowered his gaze to Ding Ruihan.
Even if the little one could uncover the truth, they still had to keep up the full performance on the surface.
"If you do not wish to speak, withdraw for now."
Ding Ruihan froze, then an overwhelming terror suddenly surged through her.
Withdraw?
Withdraw to where?
She had only just heard such deadly information. How could Emperor Mingze possibly let them return