The ancestor is here, she is here with space

Chapter 260: Should I Hand It Over to Someone Else?

Lin Congyun was slightly stunned, then he took the letter, opened it and looked at it, his face suddenly became solemn.

Seeing this, Nanny Bai couldn't help but ask, "Grandfather, what happened?"

Lin Congyun stared at the letter, a complicated look forming between his brows.

In the letter, the Second Prince's confidants in the capital revealed their anxiety and uneasiness about the Second Prince's delay in returning, and also vaguely revealed an undercurrent of restlessness - in the capital, the vortex of power struggle seemed to be quietly brewing a new storm.

"I'm afraid the situation in the capital is about to change." Lin Congyun's voice revealed a deep worry.

Nanny Bai was shocked and her expression changed: "Then...what should we do?"

Lin Congyun was silent for a moment, and a determined light flashed in his eyes: "We can't just sit there and wait for death. We must prepare as soon as possible."

In the following days, Lin Congyun became busy again.

While closely monitoring the developments in the capital through space, she was also strengthening the defense and construction of Bianyun Pass.

She knew that once something happened in the capital, Bianyun Pass, as an important border town of the Dachuan Dynasty, would inevitably be affected.

Only by being fully prepared can we deal with possible crises.

In this way, several months passed in busyness and waiting.

The situation in the capital was becoming increasingly turbulent, and the news coming from the Second Prince's confidants was becoming more frequent and urgent.

Lin Congyun knew in his heart that the moment of the decisive battle was about to come.

On this day, she was discussing something with Fang Deyong in the study when suddenly a burst of hurried footsteps interrupted their conversation.

A guard walked in in a panic, "Ancestor, it's bad! News came from the capital that the fourth prince has started a rebellion!"

When Lin Congyun learned the news, his heart sank.

Although she had returned to the capital through space a few days ago and had heard about this matter, she did not expect that this day would come so soon.

She took a deep breath and pretended to force herself to calm down: "Don't panic, we are ready. Pass the order down, the whole city is under martial law, and patrols and defenses are strengthened!"

As Lin Congyun's order was issued, the entire Bianyun Pass quickly entered a state of combat readiness.

The soldiers were on high alert and the people were organized to participate in the city defense construction.

At the same time, Lin Congyun also used space to transport a large amount of food and weapons into the city in case of emergency.

Although the family members had some doubts about the appearance of so much food, the current emergency situation did not allow them to think too much.

The war in the capital lasted for a whole month.

Eventually, the Fourth Prince's rebellion was put down, and he was captured while fleeing.

When the news reached Bianyun Pass, Lin Congyun, Fang Deyong and others were planning in the study how to further strengthen the defense of Bianyun Pass, when a guard hurriedly came to report: "Grandfather, the capital has sent an imperial envoy, and he is on his way to your house."

When Lin Congyun heard this, her heart moved slightly. She quickly organized her thoughts and prepared to welcome this uninvited guest.

Soon, the imperial envoy entered the general's residence surrounded by people. He was dressed in gorgeous official uniform, with a dignified face and unquestionable authority in his eyes.

Fang Deyong stepped forward and saluted, "Governor of Bianyun Pass, I greet the Imperial Envoy."

The imperial envoy's eyes wandered over Fang Deyong, a trace of doubt flashed across his brows, and then he asked, "Governor Fang, I remember that the previous governor of Bianyun Pass was Huo Xiongcai. Where is he now? And why did you take over this position?"

Fang Deyong's face changed slightly after hearing this, but he quickly regained his composure. He replied respectfully, "Your Excellency, Huo Xiongcai has been dismissed and investigated for corruption and dereliction of duty by the Second Prince. He has committed numerous crimes and cannot escape the law. As for me, I was recommended by the Second Prince and, with the grace of the court, I was able to temporarily take over the post of Governor-General to stabilize the situation in Bianyun Pass."

The Imperial Envoy's eyes flickered when he heard this, as if he was weighing the truth of Fang Deyong's words. He nodded slightly, and said in a steady voice, "I see. I have also heard about Huo Xiongcai's incident. He really brought this upon himself. Governor Fang was able to accept the order in times of crisis and stabilize Bianyun Pass, which is indeed a great achievement."

After saying that, he changed the subject and said, "I wonder where the Second Prince is now? This time, in addition to reading the imperial edict, I also want to meet the Second Prince."

Fang Deyong's heart tightened, but he didn't show it on his face. "The Second Prince had important matters to attend to and had been away from Bianyun Pass for several days. Before he left, he had instructed that if an imperial envoy came, we must treat him with courtesy and convey his regards."

The Imperial Envoy raised his eyebrows when he heard this: "Oh? The Second Prince has left Bianyun Pass? I wonder where he went? When will he return?"

Fang Deyong knew in his heart that the imperial envoy was obviously full of curiosity about the whereabouts of the second prince, and might even have a hint of suspicion.

He hesitated for a moment and decided to tell the truth: "To be honest, I don't know where the Second Prince went. He only said that he had important matters to deal with personally, but he didn't specify when he would return."

The imperial envoy stared at Fang Deyong for a long time, as if judging the truthfulness of his words.

Finally, he sighed softly: "If that's the case, then I won't ask any more questions. Governor Fang, please accept the order."

As he spoke, he pulled out a bright yellow imperial edict from his sleeve and read it aloud.

The gist of the imperial edict was that the court had sent a new official to replace Fang Deyong's position, and asked Fang Deyong to complete the handover as soon as possible.

Fang Deyong was shocked, but did not dare to show it on his face. He respectfully took the imperial edict and thanked the emperor for his grace.

As soon as the imperial envoy was arranged to rest, Lin Congyun, Fang Deyong and others gathered in the study to discuss this sudden change.

"Mom, this imperial edict came too suddenly." Fang Deyong frowned.

Lin Congyun shook his head and began to analyze, "Bianyun Pass is an important pass, and it is impossible for anyone to take charge of it. We used the fake identity that the Second Prince gave you to temporarily control Bianyun Pass. Now that the court has resolved the Fourth Prince's issue, of course they will send someone else."

Fang Deyong couldn't help but feel anxious when he heard this: "What should we do now? We have finally established a foothold in Bianyun Pass, are we just going to give it up like this?"

Lin Congyun glared at him and signaled him to calm down. "Why are you in such a hurry? I haven't finished my words yet. Although the court has sent someone to replace you, it does not mean that we will lose control of Bianyun Pass. Don't we still have the support of those officials in Bianyun Pass? As long as they still support you, no matter who the court sends, they can't easily shake our position."