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Nangong Shuang appeared deep in thought. "This aligns with the information my father left behind. He said, 'The Nangong Family knows secrets they shouldn't, which is why they have faced such misfortune.'"
Xiao Zhongyan nodded. "Exactly. That's why the 'Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique' has become the object of everyone's desire. The Crown Prince wants it to clear the Nangong Family's name, while my father and the others wish to destroy it to keep the secret safe."
A worried expression crossed Nangong Shuang's face. "If that's the case, my situation has become even more dangerous. Once my identity is exposed, not only will the Shadow Pavilion hunt me down, but even Xiao Xiang and the others will stop at nothing to eliminate me."
Xiao Zhongyan reassured her, "There's no need to worry too much. The Crown Prince has already decided to re-examine the Nangong Family Case. Once that process begins, we will have official protection. Moreover, I will do everything in my power to ensure your safety."
Nangong Shuang nodded gratefully but suddenly remembered something. "By the way, what about the Guo Family..."
"I've already sent someone to inform Guo Residence," Xiao Zhongyan replied. "I told them you were rescued by me and are temporarily staying in a safe place. Lord Guo has a good relationship with the Crown Prince and should not ask too many questions once he knows you were saved by someone from the Crown Prince's Mansion."
With that reassurance, Nangong Shuang felt relieved. Just as they were speaking, a sudden urgent knocking came from outside.
Xiao Zhongyan's expression changed; he gestured for Nangong Shuang to hide in the inner room while he cautiously approached the door and asked in a low voice, "Who is it?"
"It's me, Li Huan," came the voice of a young man from outside.
Xiao Zhongyan sighed in relief and opened the door to reveal a young man dressed in fine clothing—Li Huan, a trusted aide of the Crown Prince.
"What news?" Xiao Zhongyan asked eagerly.
Li Huan's expression was serious. "Those men in black are quite troublesome; we suffered two injuries among our people, but we managed to drive them back. The Crown Prince was furious upon learning this and sent me here to protect Miss Nangong."
Nangong Shuang stepped out from the inner room and bowed in gratitude to Li Huan. He returned the gesture and said, "Miss Nangong need not be so formal. The Crown Prince has long been aware of your identity and has been watching over you from the shadows. Now that the Nangong Family Case is about to be re-examined, he has decided to formally ensure your safety."
Nangong Shuang felt grateful yet puzzled. "Why does the Crown Prince care so much about the Nangong Family Case?"
Li Huan glanced at Xiao Zhongyan and received a nod before continuing, "Because the Crown Prince possesses fragments of the 'Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique,' which revealed some royal secrets to him. He believes that the Nangong Family was framed and is determined to seek justice for them."
Nangong Shuang understood now. "I see. I wonder where the Crown Prince obtained those fragments?"
Li Huan shook his head. "The specific source has not been disclosed by the Crown Prince. However, it was with these fragments that he began investigating the truth behind the Nangong Family Case. He has already gathered considerable evidence and is preparing to officially initiate the re-examination process."
Nangong Shuang felt a mix of emotions; her long-held wish was about to be fulfilled—the Nangong Family would finally clear their name. Yet, with it came even greater dangers.
"What should I do next?" she asked.
Xiao Zhongyan pondered for a moment before replying, "You cannot return to Guo Residence for now; it's no longer safe there. I suggest you stay at Qingfeng Pavilion under protection from people of the Crown Prince's Mansion. Once the Crown Prince officially starts the re-examination process, you can reclaim your identity openly and receive protection from the court."
Li Huan nodded in agreement. "Xiao Gongzi is right. Moreover, the Crown Prince wishes to meet Miss Nangong to inquire about some matters regarding the 'Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique.'"
Nangong Shuang thought for a moment before agreeing, "Alright, I will follow your arrangements. But what about Guo Residence...?"
Xiao Zhongyan reassured her, "I will explain everything clearly to Lord Guo. Given Lord Guo's friendship with the Crown Prince, he will surely understand."
Nangong Shuang pondered for a moment before saying, "There is one more thing. I need to inform my maid, Qiao Er, to bring some essentials, especially my Medicine Pouch and that Medical Book."
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