Song Pan'er heard that Chen Gongzi was also going to Beijing, and she felt a slight sense of doubt in her heart.

  She remembered Chen Gongzi saying when he was treating his illness that he was going to Shanxi to send gifts.

  As a result, after he recovered from his illness, he didn't leave and stayed in Yanling Mansion, and even became acquainted with the princess.

  It's hard not to raise suspicions about life.

  Why would the princess be friends with a poor boy from a distant place?

  Song Pan'er had these doubts in her heart, but she didn't dare to reveal half of them in front of the princess. She smiled and said: "That's really great! We can take care of each other on the way, and it will be more reassuring to travel."

  The princess smiled and said, "That's exactly what he told me. He said that when we went to the capital for New Year's, I was still muttering about how the wind and snow on the road were too tight and might not be safe. Now that you're all here with us, I feel even more at ease!"

  It sounds as if Chen Gongzi is some kind of relative of the princess.

  Song Pan'er was even more puzzled in her heart.

  It was Gu Jinzhi who sat calmly with a peaceful face, without any ripples in his eyes.

  Is she completely aware of it in her heart, or is she completely confused?

  "...I'm really going to miss you two mothers and daughters!" The princess's tone changed, with a hint of sadness, "If you were here, the New Year would be more lively."

  Song Pan'er was deeply moved.

  She smiled and said: "We'll be back in just half a year. Princess, is there anything you'd like to bring back from your hometown? I can bring it back for you."

  "In the capital, the Yuanping Marquis's estate always sends me gifts during Chinese New Year. I don't owe them anything in my heart." The princess smiled and said, "You don't have to worry about these things, just relax and enjoy yourself for a few days."

  His son Yuanping Hou was in the capital, and it was said that he was favored by the emperor, with great power and prestige.

  Apart from Yuanping Houfu, the Empress Dowager in the palace also rewards the princesses with gifts every year.

  She really lacks nothing.

  Song Pan'er's eyes twitched: If **the princess can introduce Gu Yanwen to meet Yuan Ping Hou, Gu Yanwen's future will be even brighter.

  But these words were too utilitarian, Song Pan'er didn't dare say them. Afraid of offending the princess.

  She smiled and said yes.

  "...You two sit down, I'll be right back." The princess seemed to suddenly remember something and got up and went into the inner room, leaving Gu Jing's mother and daughter in the east wing drinking tea.

  Song Pan'er was slightly surprised.

  Gu Jin still had a calm and indifferent expression.

  "What's Princess doing?" Song Pan'er seemed to ask Gu Jingze, but also seemed to be muttering to herself.

  Gu Jinzhi thought that when the princess mentioned "Yu Ping Hou Fu" just now, her mother's eyes rolled around in a circle, showing very clearly that the princess was favored.

  "It's probably a letter." Gu Jinzhi said.

  Song Pan'er furrowed her brow: "What letter are you writing?"

  She didn't realize her emotions were showing on her face.

  It was just Gu Jin's words that made her heart skip a beat: Could it be that this child could understand her mind? Did Gu Jin know what was on her mind?

  "You'll see later," said Gu Jinzhi.

  For a moment. The princess came out of the inner room, and indeed held an envelope in her hand, handing it to Song Xiang'er: "It's not necessary to trouble you with the local customs. However, if there's really something, please have your third uncle deliver this letter to Marquis Yuanping for me."

  Song Pan'er was both shocked and delighted in her heart.

  She hastily got up, smiled and accepted the letter, saying yes.

  "My daughter-in-law is the most gentle and loving. She also loves lively things." The princess continued, "You two don't have to worry, just go visit the Yuanping Hou's residence, she won't dislike it."

  Song Pan'er said yes again.

  Then she came out from Princess's side, her lips were filled with smiles.

  May all your wishes come true.

  Then he saw his daughter sitting quietly on one side, and Song Pan'er suddenly remembered her words.

  Before the princess went in, she said the princess was writing a letter, and was actually told by her without any difference.

  This child is not only good at medicine, but also meticulous in observing words and expressions. Not a single word is wrong.

  The mother and daughter returned all the way to Ma Yuan Lane.

  Gu Yanwen had already hired a boat and was instructing the servants to carry the trunks on board ahead of time.

  Three large ships were hired, and the owners of the ships were all honest and reliable with a good reputation.

  Gu Yanzhong and his wife in one boat, Gu Xunzhi and Gu Xuanzi in another. Gu Jinzhi alone in a third.

  Song Pan'er handed the princess's letter to Gu Yanwen.

  Gu Yanwen was somewhat embarrassed.

  He is not good at socializing and even less likes to associate with the powerful.

  If it's really Big Brother, I'm afraid he'll be overjoyed.

  "What's there to be afraid of?" Song Pan'er smiled and said, "Just look at the character of Princess and Prince Jiang, you'll know that their children are naturally well-mannered and humble."

  Yuan Ping Hou is not a reckless person, you go to his mansion and sit for a while, it will be beneficial in the future. When you enter the imperial academy and select officials, do you always rely on your uncle? I think he is unreliable...

  Gu Xiangyun thought for a moment and agreed.

  In the capital city, there was a powerful eunuch named Guo Yanwei. He was a man consumed by ambition and greed. His eyes only saw those who could help him rise to power, but he couldn't see those who needed his support.

  It's just like brothers.

  Moreover, looking up to his breathing, the difficulties are yet to come.

  His own elder brother, Gu Yanwen knew best.

  Then he carefully put away the princess's letter, nodded and said: "I know, don't worry!"

  Song Pan'er smiled slightly.

  Then she told Gu Yanwen what Chen Gongzi had said about traveling with them.

  Gu Yanwen had a good impression of that Chen Gongzi, so he said: "It's okay, the more people the merrier. I don't know if he's fully prepared? We've already set tomorrow as our departure date, and we can't wait for him..."

  "I'll send someone to ask," said Song Tian'er.

  Before he could finish speaking, a young servant came in and said: "Mr. Chen has arrived and is sitting in the anteroom, asking if Master San is available to speak with him about something..."

  It must be about setting out on a journey.

  "Let him come to the inner courtyard," said Gu Yanwen.

  Anyway, the trip should also be made known to Song Pan'er.

  The little servant said and turned around to leave.

  In a moment, Chen Yu brought his servant Chen Bo into Song Wantong's courtyard.

  He was also dressed in simple and elegant attire today, with a dense black hair tied up with a white jade pin. After recuperating at the Yanling Mansion for half a year, his complexion had improved significantly. His pale face, a pair of deep and rich eyes, handsome and elegant.

  He respectfully bowed to Gu Yanwen and Song Pan'er.

  Seeing Gu Jingzhi sitting next to Song Pan'er, he revealed a brilliant smile.

  Everyone in the house returned the courtesy and sat down, while the maid served tea.

  Chen Yu said apologetically, "I know your esteemed household is busy. I shouldn't have disturbed you. But just now when I went to bid farewell to the princess, she mentioned that Third Master and Madame are taking the whole family to the capital..."

  "We just returned from the princess's mansion." Song Pan'er interrupted his narrative, "We set off at dawn tomorrow, I wonder if young master has made all necessary preparations?"

  "I wasn't in such a hurry originally." Chen Yu smiled awkwardly, "It's just that it's rare to have companions on the way to Beijing, so I'll follow you. My luggage isn't much, and I can still go back to pack and catch up with you. It's just... there are many people traveling during the New Year's holiday, and I've already been unable to hire a reliable boatman."

  It's such a small matter, no need to rack one's brains.

  "We've hired three big boats. If you don't mind, Young Master, you and Uncle Chen can squeeze in with our two brothers." Song Pan'er said generously, "If you do mind, I wouldn't dare say this!"

  "Madam's words have moved me deeply. Thank you for your kindness, madam!" Chen Yu stood up and bowed repeatedly to Song Dantian.

  He hadn't put everything in order yet, so he didn't stay long and got up to go home.

  Everyone in the house had an early dinner. A quiet night passed without a word.

  The next day at one o'clock in the morning, Gu Jingzi woke up Zhu Ma and others.

  It's pitch black outside, just before dawn when you can't see your hand in front of your face.

  She was sleepy and drowsy, letting Zhu's mother and others serve her in dressing and combing her hair.

  She rubbed her teeth with blue salt and rinsed her mouth, and she gradually regained some energy.

  The bright red lanterns in the mansion were all lit up. Red light enveloped the ground. In the place where the light and shadow entwined, a faint white mist lingered, and a chill seeped out in all directions.

  There was no change on Gu Jin's face.

  Her two younger brothers were overjoyed.

  It's either because they're going on a long trip or don't have to go to school, but the smile on the two brothers' faces can't be hidden.

  Song Paner and Gu Yanwen were also very happy.

  The people who followed him home were already waiting at the gate.

  A line of carriages and horses went away to the dock in a majestic manner.

  All the servants in the house came to see him off at the dock.

  Song Pan'er only brought two senior maids, Yu Yao and Nian Lu. Gu Yanjin brought Si Lian and a steward, while Gu Xuanzhi and Gu Xunzhi each brought a young servant. Gu Jinzhi, however, brought her wet nurse and two maids.

  She brought the most people.

  Everyone got on their respective boats and waited for Master Chen.

  As a result, Chen Gongzi brought two people along.

  Apart from his servant Chen Bo, there was another one, who turned out to be Qin Shenyi.

  Qin Shen held four packages in his hands.

  He is also dressed for travel.

  Everyone in the Gu's household was stunned.

  Song Pan'er and Gu Yanwen were both puzzled: What was Qin Shenshi doing going to the capital? On the princess's side, didn't he need to serve her?

  Isn't his Baicao Hall worth taking care of?

  Qin Shengsi smiled and stepped forward to pay his respects to the couple: "I've taken the liberty of sitting in your boat for a bit! I had originally planned to go north after the New Year to purchase some medicinal materials, but the princess said it would be better to go today. This way, we can keep each other company, and also see Chen Gongzi off. On the return trip, we can also keep each other company..."

  In Ningguo Prefecture of Anhui Province, there is a very large medicine market, and even people from the capital city come to Ningguo Prefecture to buy medicine.

  It's strange that Qin and Shen went north, which doesn't make sense.

  Moreover, he is a gentleman who doesn't bring an entourage, and travels north alone; isn't he afraid that when he's buying medicine, he'll be deceived into buying fake ones, and then be ridiculed by others when he returns?

  But he is a doctor, and thinking about taking care of his family makes sense.

  Song Pan'er thought that Qin Sheng was more like a matchmaker for Chen Gongzi.

  What's the origin of this Mr. Chen?

  So, Chen Gongzi's identity made Song Tan'er even more vigilant.

  The family hired big ships, and it's no problem for three people to travel together.

  Song Pan'er said to Gu Xuanzhi, "Xuan Ge comes with us on one boat. Chen Gongzi and Qin Shenyi can follow Zhuo Ge on another boat."

  "Mother, can I...can I go on the same boat as Seventh Sister?"

  Song Pan'er smiled and patted his head: "Go."

  Gu Xuan didn't expect his mother to be so pleased and revealed a surprised expression, jumping and skipping towards Gu Jin.

  As soon as they boarded the ship, they were busy for half a day.

  At dawn, the boat set sail from the dock and headed north.

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  Thank you to Chulü Xi, Liang Mei Er, Re Lian ^^, Enigmayanxi, and Mai Zi Qi for the rewards. Feeling the pink tickets from everyone! First day on shelves, still seeking pink, thanks everyone!