Originally, my brother, the emperor, would have found a reason to punish me.

But this time, my brother remained silent, and Xu Xiang's side was also quiet.

Because Biancheng experienced an earthquake.

In fact, Biancheng has been experiencing frequent earthquakes in recent years.

But overall, they were not severe.

However, this time, news came from Biancheng that the earthquake was extremely intense, causing numerous houses in the city to collapse, and countless casualties.

Shortly after the new emperor ascended the throne, such a natural disaster occurred, which is not a good omen.

I heard that my brother was so worried upon receiving the report of the disaster that he couldn't even eat his lunch.

I received the news earlier than my brother.

After he finished worrying in the palace, he summoned me to enter.

I have already formulated relief measures, just waiting for his imperial decree.

My brother, accompanied by the ministers, was discussing matters in the study room.

When he saw me, he dismissed the ministers and kept me alone to speak.

"Why did my brother summon his sister?"

I asked knowingly.

My brother also maintained his attitude.

"Jingzhao, I heard that you slapped the Second Princess's face in Qingyang Palace yesterday?"

"Not only that, I also dislocated her chin and took the golden-threaded garment you rewarded her with."

I honestly answered and openly admitted it.

I saw a twitch at the corner of my brother's mouth. It seemed that he didn't expect my attitude to be so straightforward, even without leaving him any face.

"Ahem."

He coughed twice to conceal his embarrassment.

"I was unaware of the golden-threaded garment incident, which caused you trouble.

"It was indeed the Second Princess who acted arrogantly first, and I believe you didn't intentionally harm her.

"But regardless of these trivial matters, we, as siblings, should always be united."

At this point, I knew that he was about to get to the main point.

"Jingzhao, do you know about the earthquake in Biancheng?"

I pretended to be stunned, but my brother didn't wait for my response and continued:

"Do you remember Biancheng? That year, I went there to provide relief and brought back lotus seed mooncakes made by the people of Biancheng for you.

"The people there are simple, but unfortunately, they have experienced many disasters and difficulties.

"Three years ago, it was a flood, and this year they encountered an earthquake, resulting in numerous casualties."

After saying this, he let out a deep sigh.

I think, at this moment, he also saw deep compassion and sympathy in my face.

"People in the palace say that Jingzhao, you are the most compassionate and kind-hearted among all the siblings. Otherwise, our grandmother wouldn't have chosen you from so many princes and grandchildren to accompany her on her Buddhist pilgrimage."

I sneered inwardly. You are probably more aware than anyone else of the true reason why our grandmother chose me back then.

"Jingzhao, that's why I have decided to send you to Biancheng for disaster relief, to demonstrate our royal benevolence.

"Furthermore, I know that I have wronged you before. Once the relief work is completed, I will definitely reward you."