Chapter Five, Hate for the Heartless, How Many Dreamy Couples Have Dispersed

Chunyu Wang's thick black eyebrows twitched, and with a slight curve of his lips, he stared at me and said, "Is it not your fault? Naturally, it must be my fault then"

He slightly softened his tone and said, "Of course, this is not an order you issued. Perhaps it is just a rumor? I heard that when Situ Ling ordered the live burial of fifty thousand surrendered Rouran soldiers, the generals of the Rui Kingdom present all opposed it. Even the envoy sent by your Rui Kingdom's emperor suggested using these surrendered soldiers to exchange for the royal relatives who had been held by the Rouran for over a decade due to defeat. But when Situ Ling began to hesitate, it was his trusted general, General Qin Wan, who said, 'Kill them all, bury them all, not a single one shall be spared.'"

He released me, his face pale as he stared at me. My arm had already fallen limply down.

In the flickering light of the candle, I opened my eyes and gazed at the dust settling gently on the ceiling above the bed, offering a bitter smile

His Highness, the King of Zhi, has always preferred to act discreetly. When leaving the city, there were not many people besides myself and Xiangsi. Six or seven royal guards, along with the strategist Li Hong, and the maidens Wen Xiang and Ruan Yu, all dressed in the attire of ordinary affluent families, quietly departed from the capital, heading directly towards the northeast, to Lishan.

It is clear that his mind is made up, and no matter what I say, he will not take it to heart. After all, he has Changxi in his grasp, and with my martial arts restrained, I cannot escape his clutches, leaving me with no choice but to obediently submit to his arrangements

He leaned slightly towards me, and before I realized it, a distance had already formed between us

Finally, even the tender longing has sensed something amiss

On that day, she hesitated for a long time, cautiously tugging at my sleeve, her large, distinctly black-and-white eyes gazing at me with a watery look, and she anxiously asked: "Mother, did you have a quarrel with Father?"

However, once one leaves the royal residence, everything becomes an unknown quantity

I am beginning to feel that having a daughter who is too understanding is not necessarily a good thing

What kind of person do you consider to be an evil person in your eyes

As I opened my eyes, he smiled gently, suddenly lowered his head, and pressed his pale lips down to kiss me

If I possess martial arts skills, I would have approximately a 50% chance of escaping; even if my abilities are restricted, I believe I would still find an opportunity

As he spoke, his fingers wandered freely along my bare curves, as if the recent intense and indulgent lovemaking had not yet satisfied him

I was momentarily taken aback, suddenly sensing someone approaching from behind. When I turned to look, it was none other than Chunyu Wang who had come closer.

"Wanwan, hurry up..." The once shy and smiling youth screamed frantically, interrupted amidst the flickering of blades...

As long as he is willing, he can immediately rid himself of me, the potential seductress of his daughter

As the guard approached the small courtyard, he subtly signaled to the sentinels. Although there were no significant movements, it was evident that they had temporarily withdrawn their formation, allowing us to walk in openly along the bluestone path without revealing any signs of unusual activity

Changxi picked up the rouge box from the dressing table, playing with it by opening and closing it, and said: "Isn't it so? Considering the great upheaval in the Liang Kingdom, if it weren't for His Highness Prince Zhen's protection, I don't know where I would have ended up. However, my father originally sent me here for a marriage alliance, and even though it is comfortable here, I cannot stay for a lifetime. Therefore, I truly wish to see His Highness and ask him what I should do next."

Xiao Wu and Qing Mei are the children of two attendants in the royal residence, and they are of similar age to Xiang Si. They are often summoned to the residence to keep Xiang Si company, yet I do not know how this topic came up. I forced a smile and said: "Xiang Si, your father is of high nobility and has many affairs to attend to; he cannot be compared to the fathers of others."

After a moment of silence, I listened to the rustling of the fabric, and then, beside me, there was an emptiness; the sound of Chunyu Wang's departing footsteps had already reached my ears

Do you want to treat me as Yingying, keeping me by your side for a lifetime?

I was taken aback and said: "Where is the argument? It is merely that your father does not allow your mother to get close to that lady in white, which is why he looks unfavorably upon her."

When turning to carefully examine Changxi, apart from the sorrow reflected in her features, her skin remains as white as snow, and her beauty is captivating, making it difficult to discern any signs of having suffered grievances.

Indeed, one should not be as simple and naive as she presents herself in front of others

He did not respond, turned around, and left with his longing.

It is unclear how Chunyu Wang later explained things to Xiangsi, but indeed, this father must have found it somewhat exhausting

Ah... Sister, do not worry. I also come from the palace.

Chunyu Wang sneered, "Whether it is gratitude or resentment, it is all up to you. However, Qin Wan, listen carefully: I dare to bring you out, so I am not afraid of you soaring into the sky! You take advantage of the moments spent with your longing each day to leave marks on the walls or tree trunks for your accomplices, thinking that I do not know?"

The last three words were spat out as if through gritted teeth, and the gaze directed at me was like a blade poisoned with venom

Thank you for your concern, Princess. The Princess is also learning to take care of herself. With His Highness the King not present in the residence, it is feared that the servants may become negligent

Camel Ridge

I stepped forward to pay my respects and smiled, saying: "Is the princess waiting for His Highness the King?"

With a faint and bleak smile, I clutched the quilt beneath me tightly, my vision seemingly blurred in a haze of red light

She is not my daughter, but rather the little princess whom Chunyu Wang regards as a fateful connection, a remnant of his love with Yingying. Unfortunately, she dares to say that she wants to abandon her father and leave with me, this wicked woman.

Xiangsi asked him: "Father, who is your beloved daughter?"

But he is clearly my enemy, and I have clearly been harmed by him, reduced from an envoy of marriage to a prisoner in chains

I just took the medication yesterday, so it is absolutely impossible for the illness to manifest this quickly

Longing suddenly made her cry out loud, grabbing my collar and smearing her snot and tears all over my face, she sobbed and said: "But if mother were to leave, what would I do? I do not want to part with mother. If father were to drive you away, it would be his fault, and I would leave with mother."

He spoke words of apology, yet there was not a trace of remorse in his expression, and with a wave of his hand, he led his companions away.

Thanks to him, I became a lady without getting married, and I had a daughter without giving birth

Her smile is bright and translucent, causing my heart to tremble as a woman, yet I feel a pang of compassion in my heart due to her words

Crimson blood flowed into the sandy soil, immediately being greedily absorbed clean

I learn, and my mother learns as well. Then we will play for the king to hear and see who plays better

I seem to have some expectations, yet I shake my head and smile wryly

As my fair feet arched in response to the suddenly intensifying stimulation, I could not help but let out a startled cry, only to find that the world before me had suddenly turned pitch black, yet amidst the darkness, a brilliant light flashed forth, and I felt as if I were being lifted alive to that radiant expanse, unable to return to my original place for a long time

In the past, at the Zhiwang Mansion, at least in front of Xiangsi, we were still able to maintain a mutual indifference; however, now confined within this small carriage, we are unable to even achieve that indifference.

Yet he, like a cat that has tasted blood, surprisingly revealed a childlike mischief and joy in his eyes. He leaned down and kissed my forehead, saying: "Do you know? Although your temperament is not at all like Yingying's, when we are together, you are just as forgetful of everything as she is, and you are quite adorable."

Oh... that is truly pitiful

I closed my eyes and said leisurely: "I never thought about becoming a mother, let alone being the mother of your daughter. You force me and humiliate me, yet you have no right to come and accuse me of being malicious. If given the chance, I will surely take revenge and restore my honor. The fate that awaits you and Xiangsi will undoubtedly be ten times more tragic than that of those Rou Ran people"

While controlling me and providing a life of luxury and ease, he simultaneously forces me to endure the pleasures he brings amidst humiliation. This is evidently a challenge to the resilience I have painstakingly forged through blood and fire.

The guard of Chunyu Wang led me through several turns, eventually arriving at a small courtyard hidden beneath ancient trees

With a swipe of the hand, the tea stains are abundant

Having finished speaking, she let out a soft sigh again

With a sniffle, her long curled eyelashes fluttered, and her big eyes sparkled with tears. She said, "But Father said that if I continue to play all day with Mother and do not study diligently, he will send Mother away and will never allow me to see you again"

But if it were not for him, who else in the Da Rui royal family would possess such courage and strategy to infiltrate the capital of the Southern Liang, where the enemy and ourselves are indistinguishable and undercurrents are surging, to rescue someone

I laughed and said, "What’s wrong? Am I not still by your side?"

But what difference does it make whether he goes or not

The golden sunlight scorches, and the faces of those who are pressing in closely cannot be seen clearly

Members of the royal family

That evening, after having dinner at the inn, I took Xiangsi for a stroll outside for a while before sending her back. As I turned to return to my own room and was about to close the door to retire for the night, a slender figure appeared by the door, followed by Xiangsi's sharp and crisp voice

With a crisp "ge" sound, a sharp, piercing pain made me scream out loud

I was puzzled by her silence; when I bent down to look at her, I saw large drops of water falling steadily, soaking a portion of my clothing.

Furrowing his brows as he followed the guards away, he too carried his longing and walked in the opposite direction

I have been by her side for ten years. Although my primary focus has been on martial arts, the strategies of military formation are also essential subjects of study. Through constant exposure, such formations have become no challenge for me.

It is quite good to see me waiting with longing; during these days, the estrangement in his eyes when he looks at me has vanished, and even the corners of his lips have curved into a gentle and soft arc

At this time of midwinter, most shrubs have withered branches and fallen leaves, leaving only bare trunks; however, there are a few clusters that remain evergreen throughout the seasons, yet after a few frosts and snowfalls, even that greenery appears quite withered.

Princess Changxi who came from there

I have overthought it

This house has been standing for many years. When the door is forcefully opened, it emits a mournful creaking sound, and then it slams shut with a heavy thud, causing the candlelight within to flicker and dim. Several window shutters buzz incessantly, continuing for a long time.

Both Changxi and I are prisoners in the lower ranks, so what harm is there in exchanging a few heartfelt words? Is he planning to discern something from our meeting? Or is he afraid that Changxi and I might reveal to each other circumstances he does not wish us to know? It seems that having the guards watching is not enough; he has even sent trusted advisors to secretly monitor us, which shows that despite his seemingly open demeanor, he is nothing more than a treacherous little man

With my left hand gripping my right arm, I aimed at the misaligned point and made a determined upward pull

I can no longer afford to speculate on his intentions. The misaligned bones must be reconnected as soon as possible; the longer the delay, the greater the harm. Others may not allow me to live well, but I must do my utmost to ensure that I live well myself

The defenses are so strict that even if Da Rui sends experts, it would be extremely difficult to rescue someone in an unfamiliar environment.

Chunyu Wang said: "Qin Wan, I have seen ruthless and shameless women, but I have never seen a woman as ruthless and shameless as you! I advise you to behave yourself; for the sake of our longing for each other, perhaps I can truly tolerate you for a few years"

But I am not someone else's daughter! I am your daughter, and I am also my mother's daughter!

If it were an ordinary martial artist, they would likely be unable to discern the intricacies within. However, my master, the venerable Master Wuliang, has long been immersed in the Buddhist teachings and often delights in studying the arts of the Five Elements and the Eight Trigrams, having even thoroughly contemplated the formations once employed by Master Zhuge in his time, achieving a level of understanding that is nearly perfect.

After a long time, he finally squeezed out the words from between his teeth: "Qin Wan, heaven has a benevolent nature towards life"

Observe how the flowers and trees intertwine within the garden, appearing desolate and chaotic at first glance, yet secretly aligning with the arrangement of the Nine Palaces and Eight Trigrams, clearly forming a certain formation.

I smiled lazily, "For example, your deceased elder brother who was an emperor, and your living elder brother who is an emperor."

In the following days, Chunyu Wang continued to reside in Qinfang Courtyard, but only with Xiangsi, and no longer came to see me.

The look in his eyes had lost the previous indifference and warmth, as if he had finally realized that I was merely a strange adversary to him

I held my breath and followed the guards forward, carefully observing along the way, and soon discovered that the source of the deadly threat was actually the seemingly inconspicuous bushes beneath the ancient tree

Chunyu Wang, as a royal brother, has rendered great service in assisting the establishment of the new emperor, thus he should be held in unparalleled esteem. Therefore, within this royal residence, the guards and attendants, including eunuchs and maidservants, all wear a uniform attire, yet none of it is in a grayish-yellow color

I sighed to my longing: "Longing, do you see? Your father despises me and is scolding me! If it weren't for your mother supporting me, I might have been driven away long ago."

I understood her intention, turned my body to block the guard's line of sight, and casually said: "Now that the new ruler of the Liang Kingdom has ascended the throne, it is likely that the court is in a state of chaos and cannot attend to us for the time being. The princess need not worry; after all, the Southern Liang is a dignified great nation, how could they possibly lose their courtesy towards us?"

He took the hand of his beloved, pulling her close to his side, gazing at me for a long while before saying: "Tomorrow I will set off to stay at Li Mountain for a while. You should pack your things, and let's go together!"

As I hurriedly pushed the door open, I heard Changxi exclaim in surprise: "Your Highness!"

Chunyu Wang's gaze towards me grew increasingly unfamiliar. His lips moved as if he wanted to say something, but then he lost the desire to speak, turning his face away and lying down.

Li Hongna turned her sharply defined eyes, which appeared more piercing than those of an ordinary person, towards me and stared intently. Seeing that I remained unmoved, she finally let out a huff, threw the note back into my arms, and said: "Madam, I apologize for the offense"

I just suddenly remembered ... ...

I would naturally not compare my piano skills with those of a six-year-old child, yet I keep her close by, watching as she struggles to pluck the strings with her tiny fingers, producing a clear sound under the guidance of her teacher

I smile, "Do you dare to say that you have never had improper thoughts about Changxi?"

Changxi had neatly folded the note and handed it to me from her sleeve. Only then did she stand up, close the rouge, and place it on the dressing table, turning her head with a smile as radiant as the dawn.

Having taken only a few steps, a voice behind me spoke in a low tone: "Madam, please hold on."

Although that kind of pleasure is purely physiological and completely unrelated to love, it is equally soul-stirring and captivating

His gaze, in stark contrast to its usual gentleness, was sharp and dangerous, "Dare you? You will soon find out!"

The open and covert struggles within the court of the Great Rui are, in fact, no less intense than those of the present-day Southern Liang. As royal relatives wielding military power, any slight misstep could be exploited by others, leading to a fate worse than death.

Chunyu Wang, have you heard of the Battle of Camel Ridge

It seems that the attendant following him is precisely the one prepared for me

As she spoke to me, she quietly pulled out a thin note and placed it on her lap, using the cover of her wide sleeves and long cuffs to casually play with the rouge, while actually writing and drawing on it with the rouge.

It was the first time I heard someone describe themselves as cute, and because of this, I couldn't help but feel a flush on my face. I then sneered and said, "Oh, I do not forget my feelings. Does Your Highness expect me to learn from those virtuous women who would cry, make a fuss, and even threaten to hang themselves over such trivial matters?"

Sister, when you are out on the road, you must be more careful and cherish yourself even more

Who is he? His breathing suddenly became heavy, and the arm he had restrained was twisted back, causing me to break out in a cold sweat from the pain

However, as I approached the courtyard known as Cui Fang Yuan, I immediately sensed a peculiar aura of menace

Since the note was merely intended to mock Li Hong, no one pays it any further attention, allowing me to graciously keep it close to my heart

Chunyu Wangwei was momentarily taken aback and said with a bitter smile, "Oh, in your eyes, engaging in marital relations with a man is also a trivial matter?"

But if it is him, and he is able to find a way to inform the imprisoned Changxi, why does he not notify me, the relatively free imposter wife?

But he finally just lowered his gaze and gently said to Xiangsi: "Xiangsi, I will not drive your mother away. She will stay by our side for a lifetime"

However, if I am in a bad mood, I naturally will not show his daughter a good face; if his daughter feels wronged in front of her beloved "mother," she will certainly be sad. I bet he cannot bear to see her distressed over longing.

Li Hongdao: "Since the lady has a clear understanding in her heart, why should I, Li, say more? Please hand over the note that Princess Changxi just gave to the lady!"

On that day, seeing her in such a state of exhaustion, I could not help but bend down and embrace her, while gently massaging her. I smiled and said, "If you are tired and do not wish to practice the piano, just let the teacher know; I believe he would not dare to insist that you continue."

I was momentarily taken aback, and before I knew it, I had pulled her onto my lap and held her tightly, yet inexplicably, a sense of joy and pride welled up within me, and I raised an eyebrow at Chunyu in a show of defiance.

I transitioned from a low gasp to a joyful murmur, as if every pore in my body was forced open by the sweat that had been ignited. He drew even closer to me, slightly closing his eyes, intertwining with me more deeply, hoping to grant me pleasure while simultaneously seeking greater joy for himself.

I was evading his frivolous fingers, my body nearly forced over the edge of the bed. Staring at his calm and composed face, I finally laughed in a fit of rage

The long, jet-black hair finally covered the face under the ravaging wind and sand, as the desperate screams of boys and girls intertwined with the frenzied, gleeful laughter, creating a chaotic symphony

I gritted my teeth in anger, took a few steps forward, and grabbed his sleeve, saying: "I can go with you, but you must first allow me to meet Princess Changxi. If I do not see her safe with my own eyes, I cannot feel at ease accompanying you and your daughter"

In the small courtyard, there is also a small pavilion made of rocks, which is arranged with great delicacy

I said with a wry smile: "I do not understand musical theory, so I cannot teach you anything."

Li Mountain? I recall that this is precisely the place where he took Yingying to live in seclusion. I frowned and said, "That place, you took me there. Aren't you afraid that one day the real Yingying might return and get so angry that she runs away again?"

By the time of leaving Yongdu City, it was already mid-December. According to custom, with the new emperor ascending the throne, the year-end festivities should be more lively, with many feudal lords coming to pay their respects, each seeking to attach themselves to their own connections or perhaps to seek out new ones. How to establish a firm foothold and rise step by step is something that these long-time officials in the political arena understand all too well.

Gently taking out the delicate note from my sleeve, I smiled and said, "It is merely a little thing that the princess casually drew for the young lady to copy; how could Mr. Li also take a liking to this?"

How dare you! A chill ran through my heart as I raised my hand and slapped him across the face

He scrutinized me carefully, seemingly trying to glean a hint of unease or denial from my expression, in order to confirm that I, the woman who had just engaged in an intimate conversation with him, was not the malicious woman he had imagined.

I cast a glance at the guard standing by the door, listening intently, and maliciously said: "I heard he is returning to Lishan to pay respects to his deceased wife"

Ultimately, he was so provoked that he left in anger

I furrowed my brow and said lightly, "I certainly will not teach her this."

I suddenly sat up straight, drenched in sweat, hurriedly reaching for my medicine, but paused when I grasped my pouch

I laughed and said: "He has treated me well? Indeed, he has treated me well. What advice do you have, sir?"

Longing clung to my arm, head bowed in silence.

Yet the longing still clings to me, often spending the entire day by my side, even when learning music and characters from the teacher, it insists on pulling me along to accompany it.

Chunyu Wang was taken aback for a moment and asked, "Do you not like having your father accompany you?"

I took a deep breath, turned my face, smiled slightly at him, and said: "You are not wrong. In this world, the victors are kings, and the vanquished are bandits. If you have never suffered a complete defeat, no matter how many mistakes you have made, they cannot be considered wrong. If you face downfall and fall into the hands of others, enduring whatever suffering and retribution, it can only be deemed as self-inflicted, with no justification to be found."

Because the reinforcements for Da Rui have already arrived

Chunyu Wang's expression became difficult to look at

He

Chunyu Wang lay on the bed, his gaze no longer the serene stillness of a tranquil pond, nor the turbulent waves stirred by my provocation, but rather a dead calmness, so indifferent that it sent a shiver down one's spine

His complexion grew increasingly unpleasant, and he suddenly waved his hand and said: "Xiangsi, come here"

He chuckled lightly and said, "So you are quite good at taking care of children as well"

Li Mountain? Deceased wife? Has he married before? His wife has already passed away

Chunyu Wang felt a bit flustered by the probing questions, avoiding her gaze and murmuring: "Yes, yes..."

Certainly, his forfeiture of a good opportunity also signifies that my good opportunity has arrived

Is he threatening me, or is he threatening himself

The Qin family and the Marquis of Nan'an, Situ Ling, share both glory and misfortune; I should not expect him to come either

To keep a woman as malicious as I by your side for a lifetime

However, my martial arts skills have been restrained, my strength and speed are far inferior to before. Before I could even strike him, I was already caught by him and twisted behind my back

It is evident that Changxi had long discovered Li Hong, which is why she painted this picture and deliberately showed it to him, both to inform him that we are aware of his peeping and to mock him a little, allowing him to embarrass himself and end up with a face full of dust.

The Houmen Wangfu is as deep as the sea, while the Zhen Wangfu is even more strictly guarded, with ordinary people not even having the chance to touch the threshold. The maids serving within the second gate usually do not have the opportunity to step out of the threshold.

Walking on the path paved with colorful pebbles, before even stepping onto the white marble steps, one can hear a faint sigh coming from within the room

Wen Xiangqi said: "Madam, what are you painting? Why has it made the gentleman so angry?"

Although she wore a specially made small finger cot, it fell off after half a day. It seems that her wrist and fingers are still quite painful. Therefore, every time she finishes practicing, she has a frown on her face, and her pouting lips could almost hang an oil bottle.

Chunyu Wang remained silent, holding her tightly in his embrace. His anxious and uneasy demeanor resembled that of someone clinging to the last precious treasure in their life, not daring to let go for even a moment

I memorized the formation and casually followed the guards into the courtyard

She was already charming and lovely, endearing to others, and in such a pitiful and submissive appearance, she seemed even more deserving of sympathy

As she busily lifted her small face, tears were falling down in drops from her deep, dark eyes.

Oh, indeed..." Changxi responded in this manner, the corners of her lips already curling into a hint of mockery

It is not considered remote, but compared to the row of main houses in front, it is quite unremarkable. The main house is the residence of Zhen Wang Chunyu Wang, heavily guarded, making it inaccessible to ordinary people. Here, the increased presence of guards only serves to reinforce the perception that they are merely protecting Chunyu Wang.

Turning around, one sees Li Hong dressed in a grayish-yellow robe, accompanied by two guards and a maid, approaching and saying: "Madam, His Highness Prince Zhen treats you quite generously"

I cannot fathom what he is thinking, but seeing the peculiar look in his eyes makes me feel somewhat uneasy. I retract my hand and smile, saying, "Your daughter is quite charming. In fact, I would be happy to open my heart and share some laughter and conversation with her."

After enduring humiliation twice, I can finally regain my peace; how could I possibly subject myself to further disgrace?

At that moment, longing spoke in his embrace: "Father, you need not accompany me to sleep tonight"

How many days and nights have passed, yet the nightmare that cannot be forgotten or escaped remains.

I stood there coldly, watching his fair face grow redder under the sunlight, even his beard seemed to bristle in anger. I then lightly laughed and said: "If you, sir, like this, it can certainly be kept. Although our princess is quite fond of unrequited love, it seems that unrequited love does not favor her and may not be willing to accept her affections."

Indeed, the schemes of Princess Changxi, the daughter of Empress Duanmu, are not something an ordinary woman can match. Empress Duanmu was originally the daughter of the King of Xiliang, who was overthrown by the Great Rui. As her position became more stable, the remnants of Xiliang managed to survive quite well under the Great Rui, and the Xiliang script continued to be passed down among these people. I have had contact with these individuals and can recognize some of the simpler Xiliang characters. Changxi used the Xiliang script to inform me that members of the Great Rui royal family had personally come to rescue us. I have had contact with these individuals and can recognize some of the simpler Xiliang characters. Changxi used the Xiliang script to inform me that members of the Great Rui royal family had personally come to rescue us

If I could be closer to him, it would be best if I could get close enough for him to truly regard me as Yingying, letting down his guard, so that I would have an opportunity to act, whether it is to deal with him or to rescue Changxi, the chances would be greatly increased

I was in so much pain that I could not stand, weakly collapsing onto the chair, supporting my drooping arms as I gasped for breath, waiting for the sharpest agony to pass

Chunyu Wang, along with his terrifying emotions, is too dangerous for me

You must understand that the closeness of my relationship with Situ Ling can no longer be described merely as that of comrades or family friends

I struggled, but his grip on my arms tightened even more, and I could only grit my teeth in anger and say: "Chunyu Wang, if anything happens to him, I swear I will take the blood of hundreds of people from your Zhen Wang Mansion to bury him! I will make you and Chunyu Xiang suffer a thousand cuts!"

Chunyu Wang did not respond immediately, but paused in his steps, looking at the hand that had grasped his sleeve, with a fleeting glimpse of subtle vulnerability, hesitation, and sadness in his eyes

Heaven has the virtue of benevolence towards all living beings

If I refuse, I fear they will restrain me on the spot and have that woman search my person

Once Chunyu Wang leaves the royal residence, it is likely that the defenses of the royal residence will also relax, and even Changxi may find an opportunity to escape

Chunyu Wang inquired about my family background, and upon hearing this, he showed no surprise. He merely glided his fingertips gently across my cheek and said, "If you wish to live a tranquil life like an ordinary woman, what difficulty is there? Cast aside the ambitions and murderous intent in your heart, and I shall fulfill your wishes."

When I obtained his assurance, my sobbing gradually ceased. As expected, upon hearing his words, I obediently slid down from his body and threw myself at her father's knees.

I was feeling parched and dry, and when I unexpectedly came into contact with a soft, warm moisture, I was momentarily taken aback, realizing that he was inching closer and was about to entangle me deeply. Only then did I furrow my brows and hurriedly turn my face away from him, letting out a dissatisfied hum to express my disdain

I did not even raise my eyelids and said: "Indeed, it was he who gave the orders, and it was I who executed them. At that time, I was standing on the hillside nearby, watching those arrogant and despicable men being tied together and dragged away, thrown into the pit like dumplings, screaming and wailing, watching helplessly as they were buried alive.

I lazily said, "How could I take care of children? They are just adorable because of their parents' love. It suddenly reminds me of... playing with cloth dolls when I was a child. I once stole two of them from children my age and played with them secretly at night. Unfortunately, my father saw them later, tore off their limbs in front of me, and ripped them to pieces."

It is unclear whether it is the power of longing or the unwillingness of Chunyu Wang to go against his wishes, but he was unexpectedly pushed into the room by a five or six-year-old child, causing him to stumble slightly as he walked.

but rather not from the masters who guard the crucial paths

Li Hong quickly took it from my hands and unfolded it swiftly

Unfortunately, such fleeting tenderness is not due to me

I do not know who has come

He met my mocking gaze, and a flash of shame and resentment crossed his expression, even causing his eyes to redden. However, he did not confront me; instead, he silently lowered his head. There was an indescribable sorrow and fragility in his brow, which, combined with his almost perfect and handsome features, made me momentarily soften, questioning whether I had gone too far.

At last, the dizziness and weakness brought on by the pain dissipated. I gritted my teeth and, using my left hand, tore and pulled at my clothing to reveal my right arm

The longing raised her small head, seeking confirmation from her father

Father should sleep in the same room as Mother... Father said he would accompany Mother for a lifetime...

As I was lost in thought, I suddenly felt a gaze directed at me from behind, so intense that it pricked my back with a slight sting, as if I had been pricked by a needle.

Chunyu Wang possesses excellent martial skills, and it can be assumed that his horsemanship is also commendable; however, he does not ride a horse and instead sits in the carriage with me, accompanied by Xiangsi. Xiangsi is quite clingy, treating me as if I were her own mother, and when the three of us are together, she tends to nestle beside me more often. This little girl is exquisite and adorable, endearing herself to others, and having her as a cover for my covert actions makes things more convenient. I have gradually become accustomed to this little tail-like creature following me. However, Chunyu Wang and I truly cannot stand each other, and unfortunately, the space inside the carriage is barely the size of a palm, making it impossible to avoid one another, resulting in both of us wearing unpleasant expressions.

The husband and wife ... ... Chunyu Wang's chest rose and fell, her brows and eyes drifting towards me, appearing somewhat lost in thought, "Who taught you all this ... ... ?"

The door was slammed shut by the tiptoeing of longing, and my face also fell.

It feels as if one is once again in the desolate mountains and wild fields, with scorching sand and soil beneath, grinding against the skin inch by inch...

Yet he did not inquire further, and his still fervent body drew closer once more, the heat of his palm making one feel uncomfortable

I spoke softly: "Do not be afraid, even though your mother is not by your side, your father will take good care of you."

a lifetime

With a body so ravaged by injury and illness, what is there for me to fear?

In the realm of longing: "As long as Wenxiang and Ruanyu accompany me, it is sufficient; my father must accompany my mother. It is said that a husband and wife should sleep in the same room; since my father and mother are husband and wife, why do they not sleep in the same room?"

Oh... oh... what your mother means...

It is a pear tree painted with nail polish, with disordered branches and leaves. In the center, a large duck pear stands out remarkably. Not only is it exaggeratedly large, but the face depicted also has all the features, with round eyes and eyebrows, yet the expression is extremely sly, resembling a turtle lurking in the shadows, peering out, with a sneaky demeanor that is both detestable and laughable

He took a step forward, not knowing whether he intended to continue tormenting me; fortunately, after hesitating for a moment, he turned and went to the bedside, no longer paying any attention to me

He still leaned beside me, his eyes half-closed as he listened to me speak, and said lightly: "This is... somewhat interesting. However... these power struggles are fundamentally matters between men. As a mere woman, why bother getting involved in this murky water?"

I lazily leaned against the wall of the carriage, feeling the bumps and sways as the wheels continued to move forward, smiling lightly: "Alright, for a lifetime!"

He said: "It was from that time onwards that the two of you became the living Yama of the border of the Rui Kingdom, instilling fear in both the border residents and the Rouran people, truly commanding great authority, capable of stopping the cries of children at night. Fifty thousand captives were all buried alive by you; even the Rouran women and children captured were forced to serve as camp prostitutes, and some were even ravaged to death"

Mother is also extremely noble, and she is a hundred times more beautiful than the mothers of their family, no one can compare, can they

Wen Xiang merely glanced and then laughed out loud; even the usually taciturn Ruan Yu had a glimmer of amusement in her eyes.

Suddenly I remembered that I once wished to cast aside all my burdens, fantasizing about living a life of supporting my husband and raising children, seeking a lifetime of stability and peace

I laughed and said: "It seems that His Highness King Zhi treats the princess very well. Although this place is smaller than the princess's palace, all the furnishings are of the highest quality, and I imagine the food is not lacking either"

I furrowed my brow, while helping Changxi to sit down on the soft couch, I caught a glimpse out of the corner of my eye and saw a corner of a grayish-yellow garment flash by the door.

This person appears to be an ordinary strategist, yet his status within the Zhi Wang residence is evidently extraordinary. Not only do the servants and subordinates treat him with great respect, but even Chunyu Wang regards him with considerable deference, leaving one to wonder what kind of background he possesses

I recalled the last time I felt the same pricking sensation from a gaze, and I let out a cold hum.

Chunyu Wang's complexion had already turned pale. He clenched his fist, causing slight creases in the snow satin cuffs. If it were not for the consideration of longing, he would have likely thrown a punch by now

Xiao Wu, Qing Mei, and the others all said this, their parents all live in the same place

I smiled and lowered my head to look at the delicate note.

It seems that Chunyu Wang must have been disrespectful to her, and later shifted his thoughts to me, a captive who resembles his beloved, thus momentarily letting her off the hook. To speak of etiquette and manners is simply a joke

He was taken aback and said: "Everyone has their own aspirations, and sometimes it is indeed difficult to clearly distinguish right from wrong. However, to indiscriminately open fire without reason is always contrary to the harmony of heaven."

Chunyu Wang can no longer lie down, sitting up and staring at me coldly, saying, "With such a malicious heart, you are not worthy of being a mother for the rest of your life."

In the depths of Chunyu Wang's eyes, a hint of mockery flashed. "Is that your famous battle? At the tender age of less than twenty, you joined forces with the Marquis of Nan'an, Situ Ling, and achieved a great victory over the Rouran army. With a force of 150,000 Rouran soldiers, you decapitated over 80,000, captured 50,000, and only a little over 10,000 managed to escape back to the north."

After a brief conversation between the two of us, I observed that Changxi had indeed not suffered too much injustice and was much more clever and composed than I had anticipated. This put my mind at ease, and I told her: "Princess, it seems that His Highness King Zhi will be leaving the residence soon, and I fear I will have to leave for a while as well"

I unfold the stationery and place it in front of her.

I did not respond with my eyes closed

Chunyu Wang cast a glance at me, the slight panic in his eyes quickly fading away. He pressed his lips together and walked to the table, poured himself some tea, and took a couple of sips before slightly turning his face towards me and coldly said: "Are you still planning to exploit my daughter endlessly?"

Stepping out of the small courtyard, Wenxiang and Ruanyu are already waiting outside to accompany me back to Qinfang Courtyard

Could it be Situ Ling

"If one goes against the harmony of heaven, there will naturally be divine retribution." I scoffed, "If His Highness the Prince is constantly preoccupied with such notions of heavenly principles and harmony, why bother remaining a prince? It would be better to change careers and become a monk, eating vegetarian and reciting Buddhist scriptures."

I remained silent with a cold expression on my face

The most detestable and laughable thing is that this person's face can be instantly recognized as Li Hong's face

For example, you; for example, me

Chunyu Wang dared to privately conceal Princess Changxi. I suspect that his desire for power is definitely not as light and breezy as he appears on the surface. Why didn't he seize such a good opportunity to cultivate his own power in the capital of Yongdu?

I certainly regard him as nothing more than dirt and flies, avoiding him as if he were a plague. Yet when he looks at me, does he not wear a face of disgust? I fear that even if I brushed against the hem of his garment, he would find it filthy. He is quite clear-headed, for whether it is Yingying or any normal woman in the world, none could be so cruel and ruthless as to order the slaughter of fifty thousand surrendered soldiers with a mere wave of the hand. He despises me for my bloody hands, yet he is unaware that his own plotting against his own brother is no cleaner than my actions.

I didn't expect Chunyu Wang to have such a kind side in his heart. He went on to say, "After the great victory over the Rouran army, we not only captured adult women but also some young boys and girls, some of whom were even younger than Xiangsi. I thought that since the Rouran people had raped and looted us after they captured our city of Daryi, and had done all sorts of evil deeds, I would send those young boys to the army as targets for archery practice, and as for the girls... I sent them to the camp of the camp followers. I suppose... they probably didn't survive in the end, did they?"

I almost laughed out loud, "If heaven has the virtue of nurturing life, it should not tolerate the rampant evil and filth in the world."

Chunyu Wangqi nodded and asked with a sneer, "Qin Wan, is there any woman in this world who is better at distorting the truth than you?"

Xiāngsī biàn yīliǎn zhǐzé de dèng xiàng tā fùqīn.

Who would have thought that longing is said: "As my father always said before, finding my mother, our family is complete."

I am indeed not a chaste and virtuous woman, and his appearance and family background did not disgrace me. Although my relationship with him was not originally intended, it was not difficult to endure, and even quite enjoyable. So why can't I just go along with it and continue this act, instead of eagerly wanting to drive him away as if I were afraid of something?

Chang'e was surprised and asked, "Where are you going?"

When I finally came to my senses, Chunyu Wang was lying tiredly on top of me, with half-closed eyes that were clear and bright like water.

I squinted my eyes and looked at this deep man who watched me and lovesickness playfully every day without showing any emotions.

I nodded and said, "Shouldn't I thank His Highness King Zhen for his great tolerance?"

Chunyu Wang stared at my smile, and his expression seemed to darken like leaden clouds rolling in. He said coldly: "Any woman in this world is much kinder and more lovable than you"

Indeed, when he lifted his thick black eyelashes, he sighed and said, "Well, take care of yourself."

As the words were not finished, a sudden heat rushed to the face.

And he kept asking, "Is it Situ Ling? You, you and him..."

Apricot-faced and peach-cheeked, with a delicate sorrow like intoxication, I still pity her. Chunyu Wang was once confused by her, which was also expected.

The Zhèn King's Mansion is in danger, but the Grand Rui Palace is also full of peril at every turn.

It is the voice of Princess Chang'e.

I scoffed, saying: "Why should I concern myself with these matters? Since I am being coerced, it is a loss of virtue, a lack of morality, yet it should not be my fault. Why should I suffer and be distressed because of the wrongdoings of others?"

I chuckled lightly, "Your Highness, you think too highly of me! That is your daughter, not mine. Even if I wanted to take advantage of the situation, it would require your Highness's facilitation, wouldn't it?"

I stared into his eyes and nodded, saying: "Indeed, I should not have gotten involved in this murky situation. I had thought of being pampered like an ordinary woman in a secluded chamber, reading poetry and books in my leisure time, learning some needlework and domestic skills, and then marrying in a lively manner, quietly supporting my husband and educating my children, enjoying a peaceful life. However, in life, there are more disappointments than satisfactions, how can everything go as one wishes? I have never been raised as an ordinary woman since childhood, so how could I possibly live a tranquil life like an ordinary woman?" But in life, there are more disappointments than satisfactions, how can everything go as one wishes? I have never been raised as an ordinary woman since childhood, so how could I possibly live a tranquil life like an ordinary woman?

It is ultimately just a dream

Changxi cast a glance at the guard following me, the bitterness in her eyes deepening, her picturesque brows clouded with a hint of sorrow, and said: "Indeed, he did mention that he would come to visit me soon. Yet, in the blink of an eye, it has already been many days without a trace of him."

Indeed! I laughed idly, "I heard that he was burned to death by someone, leaving no trace of his remains."

Chunyu Wang hesitated and said: "Your esteemed daughter is a respectful term for someone else's daughter. If others refer to me as your esteemed daughter, they are indeed referring to my daughter, which is you."

When she turned around and saw me, she was taken aback, slowly transforming her expression into a bitter smile, "Sister Qin!"

He said slowly, "The markings you made, I have already had someone erase them; at the same time, the same markings will appear elsewhere every day, leading them to a trap, and then... catch them all at once!"

At a time when no one is around, I spread out the painting of Chang'e, and quietly laughed as I looked at the hidden messages within the chaotic lines.

I turned my face towards him with resentment and said, "Haven't you heard already? He is my husband."

Oh!

He actually twisted my arm so hard that it dislocated.

He glanced behind him and then a guard approached, bowing respectfully to me and saying, "Madam, please!"

I hold my shoulders and watch coldly.