Dugu Mingde and Dugu Mingze, accompanied by their attendants, headed towards the palace gates.
Dugu Mingde and Mingze were twins from the Dugu Jing Family. They entered the palace at the age of four to accompany the Crown Prince in his studies, returning home only for three days each month for rest and living together with the Crown Prince.
The palace guards were familiar with the twins and, after a simple inspection, let them through. The twins were exceptionally handsome with deep-set features. Now over seven years old, they were taller than their peers. This was their monthly homecoming day from the palace.
After the carriage traveled a certain distance, the young Crown Prince emerged from the carriage deck. At seven years old, the young prince was androgynous, with a fair complexion and red lips, looking extremely attractive.
Dugu Mingde said, "Your Highness, if the Emperor blames us, you must take full responsibility and not implicate us!"
