klisemfg Chapter 185: Rebuking the Emperor
Chapter 185: Rebuking the Emperor
Meanwhile, the Royal Palace.
The smoke from the Boshan stove wafts up into the air, filling the air with a refreshing scent.
Emperor Chu stared at Chu Yuanli, his eyes no longer showing the warmth they once had. "I'll ask you one last time, are you sure you want her? Even...at all costs?"
There was a moment of silence in the air.
Everyone present could hear the unusual seriousness of the Emperor of Chu, and knew that this was the last tolerance the emperor gave to Chu Yuanli, or perhaps it would be more appropriate to give him "the last chance".
But Chu Yuanli didn't know that what he was wasting was the fatherly love that the Emperor of Chu had for him.
Chu Yuanli's eyes were flustered for a moment, and then there was a flash of struggle...
But no one saw the hesitation that flashed in his eyes.
Chu Yuanli glanced at Chu Beiqing almost subconsciously.
It just so happened that Chu Beiqing was looking at him like everyone else!
Chu Yuanli seemed to see a hint of sarcasm in his eyes, as if he was saying, are you competing with me?
You do not deserve!
Chu Yuanli's struggle and hesitation were almost wiped out in an instant by the desire to compete with Chu Beiqing and avenge his humiliation that had been hidden between him and her for so many years.
"As long as the sky is not old and love is not faded, I, your son, only wish to have you to be the one who is loyal to me." Chu Yuanli spoke each word with determination.
Chu Yuanli thought Yan Qingning would be moved by his affectionate words, but he was sad to find that Yan Qingning's face didn't even show a single wave of emotion...
The one who was most moved was Concubine Xian. After hearing this, she wanted to die on the spot.
I couldn't utter a single word.
The virtuous concubine only felt a deep sense of powerlessness and fatigue. Her son had been bewitched by evil spirits. Even if she talked him into submission, he would not listen to a single word.
The Chu Emperor smiled slowly.
"Since Prince Rui is so persistent, let me give you a chance so that you won't blame me for the rest of your life." The Emperor of Chu said slowly.
No one knows the emperor's real intention when he said this.
But to Chu Yuanli's ears it sounded like the sound of nature. The surprise came too suddenly. He suddenly raised his head, with visible surprise in his eyes.
The Emperor of Chu had a gentle expression, with a faint smile on his face.
Chu Yuanli felt a little warm in his heart, and was even more touched. His father really loved him. He choked up and said, "Thank you, father, for your support..."
Yan Qingning felt uneasy when she heard this. Was the emperor going to transfer her to Prince Rui?
She couldn't help but look at Chu Beiqing.
But Chu Beiqing's expression was indifferent without even a trace of fluctuation, and he didn't even look at her. It seemed that he didn't care...
Her heart couldn't help but tighten. The imperial power was supreme. In this era, even transferring a woman didn't seem to be a big deal for these powerful men.
Yan Qingning felt a little flustered, but also a little sour and sad.
The sour thing is that she still can't be as free and easy as she thought.
At this juncture, she still developed a sense of dependence and expectation on him.
Haha, Yan Qingning laughed at herself in her heart.
Humans all have bad qualities. When faced with a life-and-death situation, no matter how many independent and confident voices there are, they cannot stop the desire to grab a piece of driftwood.
Such complicated emotions only lasted for a moment, and then she calmed down.
Based on her judgment, she felt that Chu Beiqing would not give her away.
Whether it was because of his character and reputation, or the deal between him and her, she firmly believed that Chu Beiqing would not do that!
But maybe it was because she was too nervous, she felt like there was a murderous aura that belonged only to the emperor floating in the air...
"Qing Ning, you have seen that King Rui is infatuated with you. This kind of loyalty is the most precious. Are you willing to leave King Qing and return to King Rui?"
Chu Yuanli's face was full of hope.
Chu Beiqing quietly clenched his hands in his sleeves.
He could never see through the little fox's mind.
Although he knew that the little fox was cunning and difficult to deceive, one cannot use ordinary people's minds to measure and judge what people think and hope for.
He was afraid that under the malicious guidance of her father, she would be tempted to do something...
Chu Rongyue on the side also became nervous and wanted to signal Yan Qingning with a wink, asking her not to do anything stupid.
But he didn't dare.
Anyone who dares to ruin the emperor's work will be unable to bear his wrath.
He couldn't help but look at Chu Beiqing, hoping that his brother could think of a solution. However, to his surprise, Chu Beiqing pursed his lips tightly and looked a little tense.
If he hadn't been so close, it would have been difficult to spot.
Chu Rongyue was full of surprise. Who could have thought that the man who could remain calm in the face of thousands of troops would be so nervous at this moment?
The Emperor of Chu had a very amiable face, like a kind and easy-going elder, which made it easy for people to let down their guard.
But Yan Qingning inexplicably saw the hideousness on the face of the Emperor of Chu.
Not to mention that she had no feelings for Chu Yuanli, even if she did, she wouldn't be stupid enough to believe these appearances.
"Ridiculous! This is absolutely ridiculous!" Yan Qingning suddenly shouted loudly with indignation on his face.
Her sudden shout startled everyone in the hall and made them tremble.
No one expected that Yan Qingning would dare to roar in front of the emperor.
Even Chu Beiqing was stunned...
However, Yan Qingning faced the Chu Emperor's angry voice and said, "Your Majesty's love for his son is natural and reasonable!
But Your Majesty, please don't forget that you are the Son of Heaven. How can you act according to common sense? As the saying goes, the emperor never jokes. The imperial decree has been issued. How can you change it overnight? Where is your majesty?"
“Although I am only a young girl, I also understand the principle that a woman should not serve two husbands and the principles of etiquette and morality!
I now solemnly and clearly answer Your Majesty that I am unwilling to do so and would rather die than do so.
If Your Majesty forces me for the sake of your beloved son, then please sentence me to death!"
Yan Qingning's voice was sonorous and powerful, and he knelt on the ground immediately after he finished speaking.
Chu Beiqing's tense mind suddenly relaxed when he heard the last few words.
A very faint smile flashed across the corners of his lips.
He should have known, he should have believed her.
He should have thought that she was not an ordinary woman.
However, Chu Yuanli seemed to hear a sound of something breaking, and he looked at Yan Qingning in disbelief.
Yan Qingning's actions were beyond everyone's expectations.
Her words were so bold!
There was no lack of rebukes to her father in her words. Even a high-ranking official in the court would not have the courage to rebuke the emperor so bluntly.
But she...
Chu Beiqing's palms suddenly felt damp, and his mind raced as he thought quickly about how to help Yan Qingning make amends.
"Ha, hahahahahaha..." Emperor Chu suddenly laughed out loud.
The entire hall was filled with the Emperor of Chu's hearty laughter.
All the anger disappeared after Yan Qingning's righteous words.
"Good, good, good!"
The Emperor of Chu said "good" three times in a row, and the deepness in his eyes faded, replaced by admiration and relief, "Ning girl, get up, don't kneel anymore."
The Emperor of Chu, who was originally hesitant, made a decision at this moment.
Then, the emperor faced Chu Yuanli with a stern expression, "Are you convinced this time?"