Everyone else followed their usual training routine, but a few of Lin Yuxin’s older and younger cousins had already reached the point where they could run through the entire General’s Manor without even breaking a sweat.

Since Lin Yuxin had them soaking in medicinal baths daily, they would take one after each training session.

The bath not only relieved their exhaustion but also improved their physical condition—though they hadn’t realized it yet.

What they didn’t know was that she had secretly asked her grandfather to increase their training intensity.

Now, the entire General’s Manor was under Lin Yuxin’s rule. Anyone who disobeyed would be given the most bitter medicine, the most painful medicinal baths, and the most grueling training sessions.

In the afternoon, she returned to the Lin Manor to spend time with Zhao Hanya. The mother and daughter gossiped for a while.

It was then that she learned just how busy Li Xiaocheng had been lately—several major events had taken place, all with his involvement.

The Sixth Prince was granted the title of Prince Yu and assigned Jinzhou as his fiefdom. He was ordered to leave for his new domain immediately and was forbidden from ever entering the capital again.
It seemed the Emperor had softened his heart. But would Prince Yu one day return, seeking revenge?

Xia Kingdom formally accused Qi Kingdom of poisoning hundreds of Xia officials—including their families, the Emperor, Empress, and royal concubines. They demanded reparations. If Qi refused, they would keep the Third Prince and Princess Chenfu in Xia indefinitely—or go to war.

After intense negotiations, Qi Kingdom agreed to pay 10,000 taels of gold and cede five cities.
Rumor had it that Qi Kingdom was so furious that they nearly vomited blood. They likely wouldn’t dare cause trouble again anytime soon, giving the General’s Manor a much-needed break.

After distributing Lin Yuxin’s antidote to all the court officials, the Emperor charged each household 1,000 taels for the medicine, calling it a “medical fee.”

Lin Yuxin was stunned. [The Emperor missed his calling as a profiteer! How did I not think of this money-making scheme first?!]

She regretted letting him take advantage of the situation.

But now, it was time to deal with the matter of her father’s divorce from her mother.

That evening, Lin Yuxin directly asked Zhao Hanya:

“Mother, Father said he would divorce you after the state banquet, but it’s been days and nothing has happened. Is he trying to go back on his word?”

“It doesn’t matter. He won’t be able to stall for long.”

Zhao Hanya had already arranged for her father to obstruct Lin Xiongan in court. She would make him request the divorce himself.

Lin Yuxin blinked. She had originally planned to use the war as leverage to push her father into the divorce. But now that her grandfather no longer needed to go to war, she had to find another way.

“Mother, this can’t be delayed. We already have enough evidence—better to settle it sooner rather than later.”

For some reason, Lin Yuxin felt an overwhelming sense of unease. As long as her mother remained married, she couldn’t shake the feeling that something bad was going to happen.

“Alright, I understand.”

Zhao Hanya gently brushed a stray lock of hair from Lin Yuxin’s forehead.

Since my daughter is so worried, I’ll speed things up. The sooner we leave, the better.

Her concern was soon proven right.

That day, a servant delivered a note to the manor.

“Miss, this note is for you.”

Lin Yuxin frowned and took it. The moment she read it, her face turned pale.

The message read: “Bailing Temple—Trap!”

[Bailing Temple?!]

Lin Yuxin instantly knew that the Crown Prince and her father had made their move.

She had thought that by pushing Bai Weiwei onto the Crown Prince, this disaster wouldn’t happen and her elder brother would be spared.

But the Crown Prince was truly ruthless—he was even willing to sacrifice his own woman for the military seal!

But why do they think that Bai Weiwei, after being with the Crown Prince, can still be used to threaten my brother?

Is there something I don’t know?

Her biggest fear was that her brother, just like in her past life, would let his emotions cloud his judgment and walk straight into the trap for love.

If that happened, he would be in grave danger.

Lin Yuxin clenched the note, her fingers turning white.

Who had sent this message? Was it a well-intentioned warning, or did they have other motives?

“Xueying!”

A shadow flickered, and a figure appeared.

“Master!”

It was her trusted guard, Xueying.

“Check whether my brother is still in the military camp. Also, find out who delivered this note.”

Lin Yuxin’s voice was cold and urgent.

“Understood!”

Xueying vanished.

Lin Yuxin waited anxiously.

An hour later, Xueying returned.

“Master, the Young Master is not in the military camp. We couldn’t trace where he went. Also, the note was delivered by Wang Yu, one of the Regent’s men.”

Lin Yuxin’s eyes narrowed.

“Looks like I owe him a favor now.”

She took a deep breath.

“Xueying, go to Grandfather and gather a squad. We’re going to wipe out some bandits.”

She stood up swiftly.

Xueying hesitated.

“Master, are you going yourself? It’s too dangerous.”

“Go now! If we delay any longer, we’ll have to collect my brother’s corpse.”

Lin Yuxin’s expression was grim.

Xueying sighed but obeyed.

Once she was alone, Lin Yuxin retrieved a stash of concealed weapons from her storage space and hid them on her body. Then, she mounted her horse and rode toward the city gates.

[In my past life, my brother lost both legs in this ambush and suffered for the rest of his days.]

[Brother, please don’t let history repeat itself. Wait for me!]

Fifteen minutes later, Xueying arrived with a squad of soldiers.

“Master!”

“Young Miss!”

They saluted.

“No need for formalities. Let’s move—saving my brother is the priority.”

Lin Yuxin immediately spurred her horse forward, leading them toward Bailing Temple.

Meanwhile, at the Regent’s Manor…

“Your Highness, Lin Yuxin has already taken her men and left for Bailing Temple.”

Wang Yu reported in a low voice.

Li Xiaocheng’s expression remained unreadable.

“And the men I sent?”

“They are following her. They won’t let her get hurt.”

Wang Yu held back a sigh.

If you’re so worried about her, why not go yourself?

If she gets injured, won’t you regret it?

“Hmm.”

Li Xiaocheng lowered his head and continued reading his documents.

Wang Yu hesitated before finally speaking.

“Your Highness, if you’re so concerned, why don’t you protect her yourself? What if she really gets hurt…”

Li Xiaocheng looked up.

“Are you bored?”

Wang Yu stiffened.

“N-No!”

He quickly excused himself.

Outside, Wang Yu patted his chest, still shaken.

Does His Highness like Lin Yuxin or not?!

Inside, Li Xiaocheng stared at the paperwork in front of him but couldn’t read a single word.

This morning, he had learned that the Crown Prince was targeting Lin Chenglie.

He had debated whether to get involved, but in the end, he had still sent Lin Yuxin a warning.

He had thought that sending his men to protect her was enough.

But when Wang Yu mentioned the possibility of her getting hurt…

His heart wavered.

He let out a sigh, placed his documents aside, and stood up.

That little troublemaker… I suppose I should go take a look.