Bab 1361: Refusing

No matter what, he was determined to stay by her side. With him around, he was certain she would be safe.

Shao Yunduan broached the topic to the Crown Prince, using the pretext of collecting seeds. If it were just about accompanying the princess, the Crown Prince might have hesitated, as there had never been such a precedent.

However, Shao Yunduan suggested that Qiao Xuan had a knack for planting flowers and trees and could potentially acquire valuable specimens during the journey, which would benefit the empire.

The revival of the potatoes, strawberries, and peony flowers had already demonstrated Qiao Xuan's capabilities. Shao Yunduan didn't need to elaborate much, as the Crown Prince had already drawn his own conclusion.

Crown Prince couldn't help but feel moved.

"I agree to this arrangement, but there's no need to rush to announce it to the outside world. We can discuss it closer to the departure date."