"Princess, you are weak, so you'd better eat some. Otherwise, if the time comes, you will break your body, and Prince Yu will also feel sorry for you."
The sweet snacks were placed in front of Lin Mengya.
Although her stomach was already empty, her thin fingers just picked up one and put it back on Yu'an's handkerchief.
"You haven't eaten for a day. You're probably starving. Eat first."
Lin Mengya's eyes turned back to the carriages and caravans lining up to go out.
She was afraid that she would miss Long Tianyu, and prayed in her heart that she would not be late.
However, she knew it very well. If it is for safety, most people will definitely choose to take people out of the city at night in dim light.
But the sun was setting, and the city gate was about to close in half an hour, but she didn't see any clues.
Could it be that it was because of her negligence that she let him go
On second thought, I don't think so. Not to mention a carriage that could hide people, even a bucket filled with swill, she wanted to get in and take a look.
After checking so carefully, let alone a living person, even a cat or dog could not slip under her nose.
Could it be that she was wrong? Those people left a few days ago? Or are they planning to leave a few days later
However, Lin Mengya was certain of one thing.
Keeping Long Tianyu alive was obviously more useful than keeping his body.
But now, no matter how rational the analysis was, Lin Mengya was still deeply shocked in the face of the cruel facts.
if...
Lin Mengya's heart tightened, if Long Tianyu was really transported outside the city. I'm afraid, it's more likely to be a disaster than a disaster.
"My lord, the city gate will be closed soon. I don't know if your lord has any other instructions."
The city gate officer was a little embarrassed, rubbed his hands and said to Yu'an.
"My lord, there is no need to be so polite. I will ask my master later."
Yu'an is gentle and polite, without any arrogance.
This is what Zuo Qiuchen knows how to train. Generally, any servant who is close to him will have a little bit of his master's temperament.
Although Lin Mengya did not declare her family background, she could still live a noble and elegant life with the title of Prince Shen.
The city gate official also understood that this person must be a famous figure in the city - Princess Anle.
Although he is a small official, he is well-informed. No matter whether the princess is real or not, as long as she is the most important figure in the hearts of the emperor and the prince, then he cannot offend her.
"Go and tell the city gate official to open and close the gate on time. This is a big deal, so don't delay him."
Lin Mengya had long heard what the city gate official said and whispered her instructions.
Since people are willing to give her this face, she can't go too far.
He also asked Yu'an to take some silver notes to the city gate official, saying they were for extra meals for the brothers.
It's better to keep people busy all day long than in vain.
Rubbing her eyebrows, she had been staring at it all afternoon. Zuo Qiuyu sent someone to inform him that he was going to attend a banquet in the evening and would not be able to come back until nightfall.
Fortunately, with Liu Xuan following him, there shouldn't be any big trouble.
Even if those people wanted to do something to Zuo Qiuyu, Liu Xuan would see through it.
On her side, she didn't gain anything at all today.
Lin Mengya's eyes were also a little sore. After rubbing it gently, the people leaving the city were already in twos and threes, hurrying and hurrying away.
Seeing that her hope failed, Lin Mengya couldn't help but sigh softly.
"Princess, don't be sad, my servant will accompany you again tomorrow."
Yu'an said with some worry, the princess had been busy from morning to night this whole day. If you are really exhausted, Your Majesty, you will not skin yourself.
"Well, that's all we can do. Thank you for your hard work, Yu'an."
He curled up on the carriage and relieved the discomfort in his stomach.
Seeing that the city gate was about to close, she had no choice but to go back today.
But somewhere, she seemed to be able to sense that Long Tianyu would definitely appear today.
The surrounding residents hurriedly left the city, and the city guards also began their final inspection of the day.
There were no carriages or caravans, and the lights had been raised on the streets. After Lin Mengya sighed, she ordered Yu An with some disappointment.
"Let's go back."
"yes."
After all, the princess finally agreed to go back.
Yu'an immediately drove the car himself and drove back to Prince Baodi.
Lin Mengya was sitting in the carriage, but her eyes still did not leave the city gate.
In the dusk, the towering city walls gradually became smaller from her sight.
Just as he was about to look away, he saw a small sedan with a black lining on the opposite side, suddenly surrounded by four people, heading towards the city gate.
Lin Mengya, who was sitting in the carriage, heard the four or five people talking about going out to find a doctor or something.
With her thoughts moving, she quickly called Yu An.
"I think the person in the sedan just now seems to need a doctor. Anyway, we have nothing to do when we go back, so why not go and see what's going on."
"Princess...Isn't this inappropriate?"
Yu'an stopped the carriage and looked at the princess with some embarrassment.
It was so late, and there were no guards around them. If something happens, it will be difficult to deal with.
But Lin Mengya's attitude was resolute. After Yu'an sighed, he could only turn his horse's head and chase after the sedan chair.
In fact, Lin Mengya just didn't want to go back to Prince Baodi alone.
Even if she is busy with some things outside, it can always bring her a glimmer of hope.
The carriage galloped down the deserted long street and soon caught up with the sedan.
At this time, the sedan chair had stopped at the city gate. A man about forty years old was negotiating with the city gate official.
"My lord, just be okay. My eldest son is doing business outside, and his daughter-in-law is about to give birth, but all the women in the city say that my daughter-in-law's fetus is not in the right position. Only a woman named Zhao can save her life. I beg you. Please, please let us out and give us a way to survive!"
The man begged so hard that he almost knelt down in front of the city gate official.
But the city gate has just been closed at this time, and the key has been lost. According to the law of the imperial court, the door is not allowed to be opened unless there is something urgent.
"It's not that I won't help you, the city gate is closed now. If I open it again for you, I'm afraid I won't be able to afford the punishment."
The city gate official looked embarrassed. The man hurriedly took out a money bag from his arms and reached out to hand it to the city gate official.
But the city gate officer did not take it, but pushed it to the man.
If it were normal times, it would be accommodating.
It's a pity that now, dignitaries and dignitaries from all walks of life are gathering here. If he makes any mistake and someone catches him, it will be bad.
"Is your wife giving birth?"
When the two sides were in danger, a gentle voice suddenly came.
The two of them looked at the source of the sound at the same time, and a slender and beautiful figure came gracefully.
"Miss, it's his daughter-in-law who is about to give birth. He said that he needs to find a stable wife. However, it is getting late now and the city gate has been closed. I am really in a bit of a dilemma."
Seeing Princess Anle leaving and returning, the city gate officer immediately came to greet her.
The princess did not reveal his identity, so he was naturally willing to cooperate.
Respectful and polite attitude, but I don't dare to neglect it at all.
"In this case, why don't I show it to your daughter-in-law first! Don't worry, I am a doctor. Moreover, I have some experience in gynecology. Even if this gate is opened, it will take a while. .”
Yu'an had already asked the city gate official to explain clearly and asked him to find someone to open the door.
The city gate official was naturally happy. Whatever happened, the princess would naturally be responsible for it.
I quickly found a team of people to come over and prepare to guard the door.
But as soon as Lin Mengya reached the sedan, she was stopped by two people.
Both of them looked very capable, but their expressions were a little unnatural. Being anxious seems to be just an act.
Lin Mengya frowned and looked at these two people.
It's strange, if the mother is giving birth, why is there not even a mother-in-law or maid
"You two, this is—"
"Miss, they are my nephews. My daughter-in-law has already fainted from the pain. Thank you for allowing the city gate officer to let us out."
At this time, the man in his forties came to smooth things over again.
However, he did not mention anything about letting Lin Mengya see his daughter-in-law.
"If that's the case, then I'll go and urge you, so as not to put your daughter-in-law in danger."
Lin Mengya's expression changed, and she returned to her gentle look before.
He walked quickly towards the city gate officer and whispered something.
"Miss, what should we do about this matter?"
The city gate officer's expression changed slightly, but he was not seen by those few people.
After Lin Mengya thought for a while, she deliberately raised her voice and said:
"Since they are so anxious, why don't you hurry up and find more people? This is a matter of life and death. If it's delayed, I can't spare you!"
The city gate officer nodded in agreement and immediately ran out to find someone.
But the soldiers who were about to open the door just now stopped their movements at this time. They were just pretending, but in fact, they were waiting for the next instruction.
"Miss, I wonder how long it will take before the city gate can be opened?"
After waiting for a while, some beads of sweat appeared on the man's forehead.
While wiping it with his sleeve, he asked Lin Mengya.
"It's almost time. There's something wrong with the hinge of this door. So it's extra hard to push it open. Don't be busy yet. He'll find someone soon."
Lin Mengya comforted her patiently, and what she said was reasonable.
However, the man became more and more anxious. Several other people were actually indifferent to the mother in the sedan chair, and instead frequently looked towards the city gate.
Lin Mengya was even more convinced at this time that this so-called pregnant woman must have a ghost!
"Forget it, let's not bother you two. Although my daughter-in-law has a difficult delivery, no woman has ever experienced three disasters when giving birth. I'd better go back and go directly to the best doctor and stable woman!"
After waiting for a while, the man almost couldn't wait and wanted to leave with his people.