Having transmigrated into a book, who would still want to be a secondary wife?

Chapter 376 Princess Che Has Arrived

Song Ruozhen decided to go and bring her father back. Before setting off, she naturally had to prepare a lot of things, but she had to tell her family first.

When the news of her impending departure for the border was announced, everyone in the manor was stunned.

"Zhen'er, what did you say? You're going to the border in person?" Gu Ruyan asked in shock. "I've never heard you mention this before."

"Fifth Sister, if you're worried about Father's safety, why don't we brothers go instead? It's too dangerous for a young lady like you to go to such a far place," Song Zhiyu said anxiously.

Song Jingshen nodded, "That's right, it's inconvenient for them to be on duty. I have more experience going out, so let me go!"

"Actually, the reason I went there was because I had my father's fortune told."

As soon as Song Ruozhen said those words, everyone in the room became visibly tense. Could something have gone wrong?

“I had previously calculated that my father’s divination indicated peace and safety, and that he would be able to return safely. However, the situation has changed recently, and there must be external influences.”

"If I don't go, I'm worried about the danger, so I plan to go myself," Song Ruozhen admitted.

Gu Ruyan looked worried. "You really have to go in person? Isn't it very dangerous?"

“Mother, you don’t need to worry too much. I did find that the divination results have changed, but there is no way to judge the final outcome at the moment. There are a lot of variables involved.”

"I must ensure Father's safe return, which is why I want to go personally. And I won't go alone; I plan to bring a team, and the Prince will also arrange for some skilled fighters for me."

Song Ruozhen's eyes were serious. She was someone who valued her life, so she would naturally be careful in everything she did.

“Then I’ll go with you,” Song Jingshen said. “With me looking after you, Mother will feel more at ease.”

Song Zhiyu glanced at Song Jingshen, "Your health isn't good either. I'll have to go to protect Fifth Sister and Father. I'll go to the palace to ask for leave tomorrow!"

"You haven't been working in the palace for long, and there are already quite a few people watching you. If you ask for leave at a time like this, won't you lose the job you worked so hard to get when you come back?"

Song Jingshen rolled his eyes. Being a royal bodyguard was a good job. If you could perform well, you could be promoted and have a bright future!

"Yan Zhou, what do you think?"

Gu Ruyan was unsure what to do, worried about Song Lin's safety as well as Ruozhen's potential danger.

After thinking for a moment, Song Yanzhou said, "How about this, Third Brother and Fourth Brother will accompany Fifth Sister together."

It's not difficult for the third brother to ask for leave. All he needs to do is ask the prince to say that there are other arrangements, and the prince will certainly not refuse.

Besides, this trip is specifically to the border, so this reason is quite reasonable.

“That’s right.” Song Yi’an nodded. “I’ve heard that there have been some unusual developments at the border recently. The reason why Father’s situation has changed may also be related to this.”

Furthermore, I actually suspect another possibility.

"What's possible?" Song Yanzhou asked.

"My father hadn't sent any news back before, and he seemed perfectly safe. But since they said they'd found out about him a few days ago, things have changed. Could there be something more to this?"

Upon hearing this, everyone in the room immediately understood.

"Could it be... that someone doesn't want Father to come back!" Song Jingshen's eyes widened.

Song Jingshen frowned. "When my father and I were ambushed on the battlefield, I also felt it was a bit strange, but there was no evidence."

“My father has always been brave and resourceful, and he is very experienced in leading troops into battle. It is strange that he made a mistake this time and his life is now uncertain.”

Song Yi'an had suspected something was wrong with the matter before, but when it comes to leading troops into battle, no one can guarantee that they will always be victorious. In addition, the news that came back said that they had been ambushed by accident, so they could only believe it.

My eldest brother was ambushed and nearly lost his life. After returning, he was crippled in both legs, and my father never came back.

If someone really did something wrong...

“As for Jing Shen, he is a frequent businessman and skilled at dealing with people. If you go together, you can pretend to be a merchant caravan and it will be less likely to arouse suspicion,” Song Yanzhou said.

Song Jingshen nodded repeatedly, "Yes, with me here, we can minimize trouble!"

Everyone understands this point. When traveling, being tactful can prevent trouble. Moreover, Song Jingshen is experienced. They don't even need to disguise themselves. They can simply lead the caravan directly to avoid attracting attention.

After hearing these words, Gu Ruyan felt much safer and said, "Zhen'er, let's do as your elder brother says? That way we can feel at ease."

Song Ruozhen turned to look at Song Zhiyu and the other man, and saw them nodding frantically like chickens pecking at rice. She couldn't help but laugh and said, "Okay, let's see what we need to prepare later."

"Fifth sister, leave this matter to me. I promise I'll handle it perfectly for you, and you'll get everything you need!"

Song Jingshen patted his chest and assured, "I'll also arrange for the caravan to travel by water. We have docks and boats, which is the most convenient and less strenuous option."

The border region is not as prosperous as ours, and it lacks many things. Traveling by water allows us to carry a lot of goods and is less likely to arouse suspicion. When we set off, we only say we're heading south, without specifying our destination, and we can also do some business along the way.

"As expected of Fourth Brother, his business acumen is unparalleled!"

Song Ruozhen couldn't help but sigh. Although the real purpose of this trip was to save her father, her fourth brother also took the opportunity to do business.

Song Jingshen raised an eyebrow. “Since we’re going to say we’re doing business, we have to make it look convincing. I often take caravans on trips, which is the least likely to arouse suspicion.”

"Actually, there are people in the capital who are watching me recently, so I plan to disguise myself as a maid before I leave to avoid being noticed."

Song Ruozhen did not hide anything. The matter of Master Tianji showed that someone was watching her. She had to tell her family about this risk so that everyone could be careful.

As expected, Song Jingshen's expression grew even more serious, and he said, "I understand, leave it to me!"

When Chu Junting learned that Song Zhiyu needed to ask for leave to accompany Song Ruozhen to the border, he agreed without hesitation.

"I'll go and say hello for you tomorrow."

"Thank you, Your Highness," Song Zhiyu said gratefully.

……

The next day, Song Ruozhen was packing her clothes for the trip when she heard that Princess Che had arrived.

"Zhen'er, what brings Princess Che here to see you all of a sudden?"

Gu Ruyan's expression changed slightly. "Prince Che came to express his gratitude a couple of days ago. I heard that Princess Che went back to her parents' home. Now that she's suddenly here, she's not here to cause you any trouble, is she?"

Ever since Prince Che left in a hurry that day, she specially sent someone to inquire about the situation at Prince Che's residence, and sure enough, she learned that the backyard of Prince Che's residence was very lively.

Princess Consort Che was a jealous person by nature, and she had never had any children. On the contrary, Prince Che liked beautiful women, and now he had quite a few beautiful concubines in his mansion. Princess Consort Che was so angry that she went back to her parents' home.

"do not know."

Song Ruozhen shook her head. She had never met Princess Che before, and there was no enmity between them.

Speaking of which, the Song family was actually benefactors of Prince Che. If they really came to cause trouble, then... it's only natural that they couldn't defeat the concubine!