The bandits had already completely surrounded the carriage convoy.
Shi Zhouhan rode up to Chu Baihan's carriage and said sternly, "Princess, the bandits have attacked. Their numbers are overwhelming, and we can hardly hold them off anymore. Please, you must make a decision."
There was a long silence inside the carriage before Nan Xing finally spoke, "Vice Minister, the Princess wishes us to prioritize protecting the Empress Dowager's safety."
"But, Your Highness..."
"Although our Princess' hand is injured, we subordinates can still protect her; there's no need for the Vice Minister to worry," Nan Xing said in a very indifferent tone.
A gleam flashed in Shi Zhouhan's eyes. He immediately bowed and respectfully said, "Then, I shall take my men to protect the Eighth Princess and the Empress Dowager. Please take care of yourself, Princess."
After saying this, he led all his troops toward the Empress Dowager.
Chu Baihan's carriage was left all alone in its original spot.