Chapter 391: The Demon Lord Princess's Daily Life of Slacking Off Chapter 391: Found Qianqian

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

A crafty smile curled at the corner of the Empress's lips as she said softly, "This subject-wife merely worried about disturbing His Majesty's handling of state affairs, which is why I have not come often."

Having spoken, she turned lightly and walked slowly out of the palace hall.

The Emperor watched the Empress's departing back and could not help finding it somewhat amusing. However, once her figure had completely vanished from his sight, his expression suddenly turned grave.

The Empress had just stepped out of the palace hall when she immediately lowered her voice and summoned a shadow guard hidden in the darkness. That shadow guard appeared beside the Empress soundlessly, like a ghost.

With a solemn face, the Empress instructed the shadow guard, "Immediately send people to search for Princess Qianqian; you must ascertain her whereabouts and whether she is safe. If danger is encountered, protect her at all costs!"

The shadow guard knelt on one knee and replied respectfully, "Yes, this subordinate obeys!" Before his words had finished, his figure vanished from the spot like lightning.

The Emperor rubbed his brow; the worry in his heart did not lessen much because of the shadow guard's dispatch.

Although the Yan Family Army had won repeated victories on the battlefield, and An Wang was secretly assisting from behind — he should have felt reassured. But after all, it is currently a time of war; Qianqian, a lone woman, is out there alone, and that is truly unsettling.

Time flew by; two short days passed in a flash. Just as the Emperor was waiting anxiously, that shadow guard finally brought back news.

"Your Majesty, this subordinate has ascertained that Princess Qianqian is currently in Yu Zhou; she is safe. Moreover, the Princess happened to run into An Wang in Yu Zhou; presumably it will not be long before she returns safely." The shadow guard knelt and reported.

Hearing this news, the great stone in the Emperor's heart finally settled. He let out a long breath, and his taut nerves relaxed slightly.

Therefore, the Emperor hurriedly ordered Eunuch Sun to send someone to An Wang's Mansion to convey this news to An Wangfei. However, fearing the Princess Consort would worry excessively, he also specially instructed them to tell her that Qianqian was very safe, protected by shadow guards, and would return peacefully before long — there was no need for excessive worry.

Time rushed on; two full days had passed since An Wangfei entered the palace. For the Princess Consort, these two days were like years; she was frantic, unable to sit or stand still.

Although she knew deep down that finding a person was no easy matter and news could not possibly come so quickly, her inner anxiety made it impossible for her to calm down.

Moreover, she also understood she could not keep entering the palace to disturb the Emperor and Empress; after all, they had their own affairs to handle.

Thus, for these two days, the Princess Consort could only pace incessantly in the courtyard, silently praying in her heart for Qianqian to return safely soon.

At first, Shangguan Xingyu and Yan Shuang'er could still comfort the Princess Consort a little, letting her feel slightly more at ease.

But as time passed, two days went by, and the Princess Consort turned a deaf ear to those comforting words; her worry grew by the day and could no longer be alleviated by any words.

In fact, not only the Princess Consort — Yan Shuang'er and Shangguan Xingyu were equally worried, only they dared not show it in front of the Princess Consort, fearing it would increase her anxiety.

And Yan Jie these two days became exceptionally well-behaved, as if he too sensed the tense atmosphere in the household.

As for Yan Si, on the very night Qianqian ran away from home he returned to the residence; after learning the news from Shangguan Xingyu, he suddenly realized the truth.

The corner of his mouth curled up slightly, revealing a reassuring smile; he softly comforted Shangguan Xingyu, telling her not to worry excessively, that he would certainly send people to search for Qianqian's whereabouts. Hearing this, Shangguan Xingyu's heart settled somewhat, and she expressed gratitude for his words.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Princess Consort Tian'an paced anxiously in the courtyard as usual, silently reciting Qianqian's name in her heart, praying to heaven to bless her with peace and safety.

Just then, the gatekeeper suddenly came running in haste to report to the Princess Consort that the Emperor had sent someone.

Upon hearing this, Princess Consort Tian'an's heart tightened violently; her first thought was that there was news of Qianqian! She hurriedly stepped toward the gate, wishing she could see the visitor immediately and ask about Qianqian's situation.

However, Chunxi at her side was quick-eyed and swift-handed; she hurriedly stopped the Princess Consort and said, "Princess Consort, do not be impatient; the gatekeeper has already brought the person to the front hall — you may go directly there."

Princess Consort Tian'an steadied herself slightly, realizing she had lost composure; she took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down. She followed Chunxi's advice and immediately turned her steps toward the front hall.

Along the way, the Princess Consort's mood grew ever more urgent, yet she did not forget to instruct Chunxi to send someone to notify Shuang'er and Xingyu to hurry to the front hall as well. Chunxi accepted the order and swiftly dispatched people to summon them.

Before long, Shuang'er and Xingyu arrived at the front hall in haste. Although the Princess Consort was frantic, she was after all the Princess Consort and still had to mind her image and bearing before others.

Therefore, when she reached the front hall entrance, her steps involuntarily slowed, and in an instant she resumed the noble, elegant An Wangfei.

The Princess Consort walked ahead with graceful bearing, and Chunxi followed close behind step for step; the two slowly entered the main hall.

In the main hall, a young eunuch in palace attire stood respectfully; he was Eunuch Sun's newly adopted godson — Xiao Dezǐ.

This Xiao Dezǐ was not only handsome in appearance but also sharp-witted, good at reading expressions; even rarer, his character was upright and kind — this was also the important reason Eunuch Sun took him as a godson.

You must understand, Eunuch Sun is the Emperor's great favorite; many young eunuchs fawn and flatter him, wanting to climb this connection. Yet Xiao Dezǐ managed to stand out relying on his own merits — truly no easy feat.

Seeing the Princess Consort enter the main hall, Xiao Dezǐ immediately knelt and saluted, crying aloud, "This servant Xiao Dezǐ pays respects to An Wangfei; may the Princess Consort live a thousand years, a thousand years, ten thousand thousand years!"

The Princess Consort nodded slightly and said softly, "Rise, no need for ceremony. Eunuch De, what matter brings you here this time?"

Xiao Dezǐ knew well the Princess Consort's anxiety and hurriedly replied, "Reporting to the Princess Consort, it is the Emperor who sent this servant; he says there is news of Princess Qianqian."

The Princess Consort's heart tightened; she was frantic inside, yet on the surface she maintained composure and asked softly, "Oh? How is the situation?"

Xiao Dezǐ said softly, "Replying to the Princess Consort, Princess Qianqian is perfectly fine, without any mishap."

Hearing this, the great stone in the Princess Consort's heart finally settled; she relaxed her breath slightly, then steadied herself, preparing to listen to Xiao Dezǐ's further report.

Seeing this, Xiao Dezǐ hurriedly continued, "The Princess's mission this time should have been completed satisfactorily; it is estimated she will set off for the capital before long.

Moreover, the Emperor also specially dispatched personnel to secretly protect the Princess, ensuring she reaches the capital safely. So, Princess Consort, you may rest assured — the Princess will certainly return to your side safe and sound."