Xuanyuan Yichen faced Zhou Qing's plea but shook his head slightly, with a somewhat solemn expression.
"In theory, I should help you with this task, but the current situation is delicate, and the Royal Family has already issued a clear order not to intervene in this matter."
"If I rashly participate in the search, I might bring trouble upon myself."
He paused for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, "Other princes, and even the forces behind them, might think I am trying to curry favor with the Nangong Family."
"They may even... suspect that I have some connection with the Ghost Mastiff."
"At this critical juncture, no one dares to act recklessly."
He looked at Zhou Qing with a hint of apology in his tone, "I hope you can understand."
Zhou Qing heard this, and feigned a sigh of regret before solemnly cupping his fists, "Regardless, Your Highness's willingness to secretly mediate for my senior brother is already a great kindness."
