"Young Heir Apparent, our Princess has made a spectacle of herself before you!"
After calming Helian Zhaoyue down inside the carriage, the old man stepped out of his own accord and approached Jiang Xiaobai with a smile.
"Our abrupt departure yesterday was indeed rather improper. Allow this old man to apologize to you first, Young Heir Apparent!"
With that, the old man cupped his hands slightly toward Jiang Xiaobai.
Hmm?
Jiang Xiaobai studied the old man before him, his brows lifting slightly.
This old fellow... was a seasoned hand in the Martial World!
Indeed, their departure yesterday had clearly been intended to lead him on a merry chase, yet now the old man brushed it off with a casual "abrupt departure."
That phrasing not only preserved Helian Zhaoyue's dignity and offered an apology, but also... quietly put the matter to rest.
"However, Young Heir Apparent, you are, after all, the Reception Envoy personally appointed by His Majesty!"
The old man continued, "If you truly do not wish to undertake the task, we can go to court now and ask His Majesty to appoint someone else!"
"But that would entail further trouble, so this old man hopes you can let bygones be bygones and accompany us this once!"
With that, the old man cupped his hands toward Jiang Xiaobai again.
"Very well, since you have put it that way..."
Jiang Xiaobai gave the old man a searching look, then smiled. "Then I shall accompany you on this outing!"
"Thank you, Young Heir Apparent..."
The old man smiled as well. "In that case, why not ride in our carriage?"
"That will also make it easier for us to discuss the arrangements for your reception along the way!"
"Oh?"
Jiang Xiaobai glanced toward the carriage where Helian Zhaoyue sat, his smile deepening. "Very