webnovelfull Chapter 975 Prince Renyu
Chapter 975 Prince Renyu
In the vast snowy area of Chuga Prefecture in the Shiga region, a huge caravan consisting of 30 trucks connected end to end is slowly heading northeast. In the world covered in silver, the flying snow is like fine feathers, gently covering every inch of land, adding a bit of solemnity and mystery to this cold winter day.
The caravan's journey was not easy. The thick snow and biting cold wind became huge obstacles to their progress. But even so, these steel behemoths still moved forward with a clear goal, as if no difficulties could stop them.
In the front car of the caravan, besides the piles of goods, there were also 20 to 30 guards holding Zhongzheng rifles. They were dressed in the same dark green uniform, with ammunition bags hanging around their waists and rifles on their shoulders. They looked around vigilantly with sharp eyes. On their left arms, each of them wore the unique armband of the Mitsui family, which was a golden phoenix spreading its wings to fly, symbolizing the glory and power of the family.
The leading guard captain, named Mitsui Kenichi, was a burly, middle-aged man. He stood at the front of the truck bed, holding the rifle tightly in both hands, and whispered to the team members around him: "Everyone, be alert. The southern part of Shiga has been attacked by the Chinese army. Although we have not been directly affected yet, no one can guarantee what will happen next. This batch of goods is of vital importance to the family, and we must ensure its safety."
"Yes, Captain!" The team members answered in unison, their voices sounding particularly loud in the cold wind. They adjusted their postures, observing the surrounding environment more attentively, their fingers unconsciously rubbing the triggers, ready to respond to any possible emergencies at any time.
"Also, I heard that there is a very important person in this caravan," Mitsui Kenichi lowered his voice with a bit of awe in his tone, "Although I don't know who it is, but the family attaches so much importance to this mission, it can be seen that this person is no trivial matter. We must be more careful and cannot make any mistakes."
"Captain, are you talking about... Prince Renyu?" A young team member couldn't help but interrupt, his eyes flashing with curiosity and nervousness.
Hearing this, Mitsui Kenichi frowned slightly and quickly glanced around. After making sure that no one was paying attention, he whispered, "Shh! Keep your voice down. This kind of thing is not something you and I can discuss casually. Remember, our mission is to protect the safety of the caravan. Don't ask too many questions or think too much about other things."
The young team member stuck out his tongue and nodded quickly to show that he understood. He knew that what he said just now might have violated a taboo, and he couldn't help but feel a little regretful.
The caravan continued to move forward, and the wheel marks on the snow gradually lengthened, like a unique landscape in nature.
Kenichi Mitsui and his team members remained vigilant at all times, their eyes penetrating the falling snow, trying to capture any clues that might threaten the safety of the caravan.
In the middle of the convoy, in a seemingly ordinary truck compartment, the young Prince Inyu was wrapped in layers of thick cotton-padded jackets, like a small, warm cocoon. He sat in a corner of the compartment, his eyes sparkling with curiosity and excitement, staring closely at the strange world covered by snow outside the window. For this little prince who has lived in the palace for a long time and rarely has the opportunity to step out of the palace, the outside world is like a new book, with every page full of novelty and unknown.
Beside Inu, a eunuch leader in the Imperial Palace, dressed in gorgeous clothes and with a serious face, was talking to him in a low voice. This leader was called Fujiwara Tadanobu, an old man in the Imperial Palace, and was loyal to Prince Inu. His eyes were full of worry and determination at this moment, and his voice was low and powerful: "Your Highness, the journey to Tokyo is long, and my duty is to ensure your safety at all costs. If there is any emergency, you must take good care of yourself and get out of danger in time."
Prince Inyu nodded silently, his clear eyes flashing with curiosity about the unknown and a hint of uneasiness. He tilted his head slightly and looked at Fujiwara Tadanobu, his voice filled with childishness and confusion: "Master Fujiwara, why did China invade Fuso? Haven't we always been strong?"
Fujiwara Tadanobu was slightly startled when he heard this, then he sighed, with a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He stroked Renyu's head gently, and his voice became softer: "Your Highness, the Chinese were originally the ones that were trampled under the feet of our Fuso, but since the appearance of that man named Su Zhengyang, everything has changed. He led the Chinese country to rise rapidly and began to counterattack and retaliate against us. The situation in this world is always unpredictable, but please believe that no matter what happens, I will do my best to protect you."
Prince Inyu listened to Fujiwara Tadanobu's words with confusion in his eyes. He couldn't understand why the war had spread to Fuso in such a short time, and he didn't understand why the once weak Huaguo had suddenly become so powerful. He looked out the window silently. The snow-covered fields and the villages that occasionally passed by seemed so strange and distant.
"Lord Fujiwara, can we... still return to the palace?" Renyu finally couldn't help but ask, his voice trembling and uneasy.
Fujiwara Tadanobu looked at Renyu's eyes full of hope, and an indescribable sadness surged in his heart. He gently held Renyu's hand and said, "Your Highness, as long as you are still here, there will always be hope. We will definitely return to the palace, I promise you."
The carriage fell into a brief silence, with only the whistling of the wind outside the window and the sound of the wheels rolling over the snow echoing.
Prince Renyu looked out the window silently, his heart filled with uncertainty and fear about the future.
Renyu, the eldest son of the Fusang royal family, has been carrying the family's expectations and glory since he was young. Compared with many other princes, he is particularly different, lacking the hostility and arrogance of the royal family, but more intelligent and restrained beyond his age. His clear eyes seem to be able to see through the essence of all things in the world, making people involuntarily respect him.
Although young, Inu already knew that Fuso was facing an unprecedented crisis. He knew that this sudden war was not only a test of the country's strength, but also a baptism of the soul of every Fuso. As a member of the royal family and the most valued son of Emperor Jindong, the responsibilities and missions he shouldered were much heavier than ordinary people imagined.
At this moment, sitting in the carriage, Renyu looked at the raging snow outside the window, feeling mixed emotions. He seemed to be able to feel that every falling snowflake carried the worries and uneasiness of the people of Fuso. He understood that although his father, Emperor Jinto, was concerned about the country and the people, as an emperor, he had his own responsibilities and obligations, and it was very likely that he would not be able to leave Kyoto and personally command the battle. This burden naturally fell on Renyu's shoulders.