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Zheng Congyuan quickened his pace, hoping only to catch a glimpse of her at the palace gate, which might bring her a bit of peace upon seeing him.
Qi Ling and Qi Zhu dared not stop him, wishing only that the carriage at the palace gate would leave quickly; however, many officials had not yet reached the gate, dashing the hopes of Qi Ling and Qi Zhu.
Upon seeing Zheng Congyuan approaching, the officials immediately bowed and knelt. Zheng Congyuan strode past them without the slightest intention of stopping.
"Prince Duan—" Just as Zheng Boding mounted his carriage, preparing to leave, he heard someone calling him from behind and furrowed his brows with irritation. It better not be that Zong Yunqian again. It's better for Nian Ru to stay away from Zong Yunqian until this matter is cleared up.
Therefore, except for a moment at Hanyuan Hall, Zheng Boding did not pause, not wanting to give Zong Yunqian a chance to catch up.
