Thinking about this, Shang Ruyi breathed a sigh of relief in her heart.
She felt quite fortunate to have volunteered for this expedition to Xiazhou. If she hadn't devised a plan to lure Ashina Zhuxie to Sui State, and he were truly convinced by Wang Shaoqiu to lead an army to aid Luoyang, Yu Wenye would certainly face enormous pressure, and the outcome would be uncertain.
Seeing the hint of a smile at the corner of her lips, Lu Xiao said, "Are you feeling grateful?"
Shang Ruyi looked up at her, "Ah."
"You're grateful that you brought them over, ensuring your Prince Qin is safe in Luoyang?"
"...Hmm."
"But you must know that danger accompanies what you bring."
Shang Ruyi smiled slightly and said, "To say he's entirely safe in Luoyang is not certain. There is no absolute safety on the battlefield. But I am indeed grateful, grateful that as his wife I can assist him, and as Princess Qin, I can contribute to the country, making the luxurious life of these years worthwhile."
