Pregnant Before the Royal Marriage - Chapter 778

Chapter 778: Chapter 778: Could it be that Your Highness is reluctant to let go?

Li Hongyuan cast a thoughtful glance at her, “Ordinary women wouldn’t notice these things.”

Jiang Ning rolled up the map, put it into the box with some care, and handed it to Huang Ying to keep, before smiling and saying, “Your Highness is mistaken.”

“Oh?”

“Ordinary men wouldn’t pay attention to it either.”

“Haha, that’s true.”

Jiang Ning’s words not only praised herself but also praised Li Hongyuan.

Li Hongyuan’s mood naturally lifted, and he asked, “Since you had anticipated all this, why bother to put yourself in danger?”

Jiang Ning replied, “I had to kill Prince Xinhai. The reason I acted so stealthily is that I don’t want the people of Silla to know that I killed their prince. I’m not afraid of anything, but I don’t want the people around me to be targeted.”

Although Silla was a small country, it had many talented people. It was inevitable that some would be loyal to Prince Xinhai, knowing that Jiang Ning had killed him, and might come to Chang’an City to carry out some undercover assassinations.

It’s easy to dodge open attacks but difficult to guard against hidden ones. Jiang Ning didn’t want to be targeted by anyone.

Li Hongyuan said, “In fact, Emperor Father and I have always been considering how to solve the Rouran and Silla issues. Even if you hadn’t taken the risk, the Imperial Court would have found other ways to wage war against Silla.”

“I know. But I think revenge is much more satisfying when done personally.” Jiang Ning rubbed her fingers and picked up the small purple jade bow, “According to your arrangements, Prince Xinhai would have been able to return to Silla safely.”

“No matter what, it was still too risky.”

“At this point, can we stop blaming me?” Jiang Ning smiled, “As the Crown Prince, you should focus on preparing for the war.”

Li Hongyuan said lightly, “Waging war is the responsibility of the Prince of Zhao. He won’t let me interfere casually.”

Neither of these brothers trusted each other.

Jiang Ning smiled, “This war will probably last a long time.”

“Yes.”

“Maybe a year or two.”

“Perhaps.”

“In such a long time, many things will happen.”

“That’s right.”

Li Hongyuan looked at her and suddenly asked, “Although the court is preparing for war, there is still some time. Should the wedding between your Sixth Sister and the Prince of Zhao go forward or not?”

“The wedding date is set, and all preparations have been made. We can’t just change it.”

“Is your Sixth Sister willing to get married?”

“If you were Sixth Sister, would you be willing?”

“Of course.” Li Hongyuan smiled, “For your Sixth Sister, marrying the Prince of Zhao is indeed a good match.”

Jiang Ning nodded, “I talked to Sixth Sister a few days ago and told her about the rumors of war. She’s worried, but she firmly believes that the Prince of Zhao will return safely. And that’s what I told her.”

“Since the wedding is coming up, we need to prepare a generous gift.”

“Of course.” Jiang Ning stretched out her hand.

“What?” Li Hongyuan was puzzled.

“The key to your private treasury, Your Highness.” Jiang Ning said, “Aren’t we supposed to send gifts?”

Li Hongyuan slapped her hand away, “I don’t have any private treasury left. Whatever I’ve saved up over the years has been almost emptied out by you!”

“No, I saw two tall and beautiful red corals there last time. It would be wonderful to give them as a gift.” Jiang Ning looked at him, “Could it be that Your Highness is reluctant?”

“You can take whatever you want.”

Li Hongyuan stood up to leave, “I have important matters to attend to.”