Time Travelling: My Love from the Royal Family

Matthew nodded. To describe it as it was meant to be, the purpose of the inspection tour was to observe local people's living conditions and to check on the harvest in the south region. But in realistic terms, it was a chance to rob common people of their wealth and to buy over local officers. Naturally Felix would grasp at such a great opportunity. Additionally, the tour could provide a remedy to the emperor's displeasure with Felix about his recent attempt to buy over Philip. His willingness to do the tour could demonstrate to his father that he wasn't so obsessed with cementing his power and influence in the imperial capital.

"Isn't it a good opportunity for the crown prince to make the inspection tour on behalf of His Majesty?" Harper asked in a hinting manner.

Matthew raised his eyebrows slyly as if to congratulate her for learning so quickly, which amused Harper. The banqu

familiar too, Francis. Perhaps I have met you in the Imperial Palace before, though I don't recall when that was," Harper said with a smile on her face. "Have you always been in such poor health?"

"Not always. My poor health began when I was five years old, and then I became very weak. I've been in a wheelchair ever since." Francis patted his wheelchair. "The good thing is that I am still alive. It doesn't matter to me if I am a little weak."

"Since you are not in good health, you can go back early. We are going home now," Matthew said, then walked past Francis with Harper in his arms. She stayed in his arms peacefully, without taking a look at Francis.

Francis fixed his eyes on Matthew's receding figure. Seeing as Harper didn't take a look back at him, a wicked yet handsome smile crept onto his mouth. There would be ample time, so he didn't have to rush at this moment.