Jiang Dongping, the Heir of Dongping and son of the Prince of Xichu, has spent the last few years training with the Jiangdong Army, where he has earned countless military merits. It is said that the Prince of Xichu fell gravely ill, and the Emperor, unable to bear the thought of his plight, summoned the Prince's only son back home.
However, only a handful of shrewd individuals perceived the true reason behind Jiang Dongping’s return to the Capital. As the only prince outside the royal family, the Prince of Xichu had long lived in a secluded villa, rarely stepping outside, all to avoid inviting suspicion from above. Yet, five years ago, Jiang Dongping became entangled in the incident involving the murder of the Second Prince, causing the Emperor to once again take notice of this outsider prince. Jiang Dongping’s return to the Capital had nothing to do with his father’s health; rather, the Emperor feared that another "Prince of Xichu" might arise from within the ranks of the Jiangdong Army.
Chu Ge calculated the time and replied, "At this moment, he should have reached Huazhou. If he travels by fast horse, he should arrive in the Capital by tomorrow."
Chapter 366