章 1443: Secret Fear

Qiao Xuan nodded with a smile. "I understand."

A sharp eagle cry echoed from the sky above, and both of them looked up simultaneously.

The vast blue sky seemed to stretch endlessly, and a majestic black goshawk extended its wings, exuding a commanding presence.

Princess Shuangfu couldn't help but sigh with admiration. "It can soar so high and freely. I truly envy it—"

Qiao Xuan suddenly grasped Princess Shuangfu's arm and gave it a gentle squeeze.

Princess Shuangfu was taken aback but quickly caught on to her meaning. She abandoned her previous statement and said, "I really envy it. It's so powerful and agile. I wonder if I'll encounter such a goshawk in Qingdi!"

Qiao Xuan smiled and was about to continue when a hearty laugh sounded from behind them.

"Prince!" Qiao Xuan curtsied and stepped back a few paces.

Princess Shuangfu also offered her respects. "Greetings, Prince!"