During the journey back to the capital, Prince Chu's entourage consistently disguised themselves as merchants, never arousing suspicion. When they were still fifty kilometers away from the capital, Prince Chu decided to resume his real identity. However, before doing so, he had to first write a letter back to the capital.
In a certain inn, Prince Chu finished writing the letter and handed it to Wei Mian.
Wei Mian received the letter with both hands and asked, "Your Highness, should this letter be sent to Minister Li?"
"No, it should be sent directly to the palace." Prince Chu, asserting his princely status, would return the letter to the palace as an urgent dispatch. If the Crown Prince were not confined, this letter might have been intercepted. But, with the Crown Prince currently confined in the Eastern Palace, there's no way to intercept Prince Chu's letter.
