The Prime Minister Seduced Me to have Babies!-Chapter 776: News of Him

Though the Capital City of Great Chu has fallen, the Jin Army has not crossed the Chishui River. South of the Chishui River is still territory of Great Chu, still governed by Great Chu officials.

Moreover, the south of Great Chu is far more prosperous compared to the north.

Yun Jiao heard Wulinda Hai continue, "It’s said that the Duke of England has gathered the remnants of the Palace Guard, recruited more than ten thousand new soldiers in the south, and supported Prince Kang’s accession to the throne."

Yun Jiao’s body trembled slightly. It turns out the Duke is indeed alive, and seemingly alive and well!

She could hardly wait to get off the carriage and share this news with Lady Wu.

"Moreover, Prince Kang defied public opinion and appointed the Heir of the Duke of England as the Chief Cabinet Minister," Wulinda Hai said, glancing at Yun Jiao.

Wanyan Zhang also looked over at Yun Jiao.

Upon hearing the words about the Heir of the Duke of England, Yun Jiao’s back stiffened immediately.

Five months had passed, and this was the first time she heard news of him.

They were now worlds apart, and she didn’t know if they would ever meet again in this lifetime.

Wanyan Zhang couldn’t see Yun Jiao’s expression, but he noticed that her shoulders were trembling slightly.

His mood suddenly turned foul, and his face darkened.

Wulinda Hai continued, "It’s said that the newly established court in the south is already proposing relocating the capital."

"And many officials are dissatisfied with the concentration of military and political power in the hands of the Duke and his son."

"Some are even saying the Duke and his son intend to rebel."

Wanyan Zhang scoffed, "Great Chu is always embroiled in internal strife."

Wulinda Hai added, "Oh, and tomorrow we will reach Huining, where the Emperor’s decree is to hold a captives’ ceremony."

Wanyan Zheng lazily replied, "Then inform the retired emperor and the emperor of Great Chu, as well as the imperial family, to enter the city tomorrow for the goat-pulling ceremony."

Wulinda Hai acknowledged and withdrew.

Wanyan Zhang directed his gaze towards Yun Jiao by the window.

He suddenly said mischievously, "Tomorrow we’ll be in Huining."

"Noble women, save for your Empress Dowager and Empress, will be priced clearly for sale. Those failing to sell will be sent to the laundry house."

Wanyan Zhang stared at Yun Jiao’s back, "The laundry house is similar to your Great Chu’s Music Bureau, where women serve the dignitaries."

Yun Jiao did not turn around or speak.

Her fate was no longer in her own hands.

Wanyan Zhang himself didn’t know why he wanted to see how Yun Jiao might react to this.

But she merely looked silently out the window, making Wanyan Zhang feel suddenly uninterested.

The carriage fell silent.

Lin Shishi curled up in the corner, trying to quiet her breath.

After some time, Wanyan Zhang said, "Tomorrow, I will have my personal soldiers take your family to a residence for accommodation."

Yun Jiao slowly turned around, "Thank you, Second Prince."

Wanyan Zhang said casually, "Stay put in the house, don’t wander off. After the captives’ ceremony concludes, in a couple of days, I’ll take you to the palace to treat my mother."

"Yes," Yun Jiao replied, lowering her head.

In the evening, Yun Jiao returned to the camp and shared the news about the Duke and Jiang Youzhi with Lady Wu.

Lady Wu laughed for a while, then hugged Ruru and cried bitterly, "That heartless man, doesn’t even know to come find us!"

Having said that, she smiled bitterly to herself, knowing that even if Jiang Zhongxing knew they were captured in Huining, what could he do?

He alone could not contend with the tens of thousands of Jin Army troops.

That night, Yun Jiao lay with her eyes open for a long time, unable to sleep. She missed Jiang Youzhi, really missed him dearly.