The Crown Prince spoke impassively, "Yuan Li, your leg injury hasn't healed yet. You should return to your mansion and rest properly."
Prince Heng scoffed, "Rest? How can I rest? In a couple of days, I'll be paying a visit to Prince Yan's Mansion to show off our brotherly affection."
Prince Yan had tried to frame him for the assassination attempt, so Prince Heng was determined to flaunt his "concern" by visiting.
He would play the part of the devoted younger brother, even if it was all a facade.
If he couldn't kill Prince Yan, he could at least make his life miserable.
As Prince Heng glanced to the side, he noticed the Princess of Yan arriving late. He greeted her with exaggerated cheer, "Ah, Sister-in-law, you've finally arrived."
The Princess Consort dipped her head slightly and then bowed to the Crown Prince. In public, she maintained the image of a virtuous wife and mother, her face etched with worry as she hurried toward the room where Prince Yan lay.
