In the Capital, after the Crown Prince sent a letter to Feng Ying, he also brought back news.
Feng Ying was finally doing better, willing to eat and rest properly.
The Crown Prince's heart eased a good deal.
At the same time, he had more on his mind, starting to use people he had been reluctant to involve before.
He just didn't know if the Imperial Father planned to take him to Jiangnan this year, and if not...
But, the Imperial Father couldn't possibly leave him behind. The Emperor wouldn't feel at ease with him in the Capital.
Indeed, when the announcement came in late March, the Crown Prince, Fourth Master, Fifth Master, Eighth Prince, Ninth Master, and Tenth Master were all listed. Thirteenth Master tagged along after begging a bit.
The rest of the princes were to stay in the Capital, Prince Zhi and Third Master included. However, Third Master said nothing of it, but Prince Zhi was appointed as Regent.
As for Third Master's feelings... well, no one seemed to care.