Before the imperial banquet, Jiang Zhi managed to return, just in time the day before.
The Emperor, learning of his hardships along the way and somewhat aware of the assassination attempts, did not look pleased. He did not call him back, but instead kept him within the palace. This action led to various speculations among the other princes.
Unhappy in his heart, Jiang Yuan sent some things to Jin Zhu.
Upon receiving the items, Jin Zhu instantly understood, and then donned her most beautiful outfit and gracefully went to Shen Nanqiao's place. After all, Shen Nanqiao was under house arrest again, so she had to go over.
Having been at the Fourth Prince Mansion for some time, she had somewhat grasped the Fourth Prince's intentions, which was to make Shen Nanqiao uncomfortable.
