"It's not just for that reason; we're bound to battle the Tatars sooner or later. The members of the Zhu Family who follow the trade caravan also shoulder a mission—they are our scouts. Understand?" Su Xinyi spoke slowly.
During the period of national mourning, the Tatars at the border were restless and agitated. Messages rushed to the capital from Zhangping Mansion, eight hundred li away. Why should the trade caravan set out from the capital again, shortly after returning?
That's because His Majesty intended to go to war with the Tatars and needed to grasp the initiative first.
Therefore, at this time, it was certainly the best choice to add Zhu Family members with combat experience to the trade caravan, and it would also soothe the Empress Dowager. Why wouldn't they?
When Yan Junchu discussed this matter with her, Su Xinyi had agreed.