Chapter 156 Deep Affection
Chapter 156 Deep Affection
As night fell, Lu Yuanchangming was drinking and chatting with several soldiers by the campfire in the Xinzhou military camp.
Suddenly, a soldier rushed over and whispered to him, "General, Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan have arrived."
Lu Yuanchangming was taken aback, then stood up, his face showing surprise and delight: "Really? Then I have to go see them right away."
He strode towards the tent, his heart filled with anticipation.
Before long, he arrived at the camp where Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan were stationed.
Although Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan were somewhat tired, a hint of warmth appeared in their eyes when they saw Lu Yuanchangming.
"Old friend, it's been a long time!"
Lu Yuanchangming warmly invited, "Come on, let's have a drink together!"
Qiu Ziyue nodded, while Qi Yuxuan hesitated slightly.
Lu Yuanchangming noticed his expression and asked with concern, "Brother Qi, you don't seem to be doing well?"
Qi Yuxuan sighed and told Lu Yuanchangming about the Qi family's misfortune.
Upon hearing this, Lu Yuanchangming's expression turned serious. He immediately stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder to offer his comfort.
“It’s truly unfortunate,” Lu Yuanchangming said in a low voice. “I understand your pain. The loss of your family members must be an unimaginable blow to you.”
Qiu Ziyue listened quietly to the two men begin to talk. She then stood up quietly and left the tent, leaving them some space to be alone.
“In fact, sometimes life is full of troubles, eight or nine out of ten,” Lu Yuanchangming continued. “Although I am Li Keyong’s biological son, I don’t get whatever I want. In order to protect myself, I have to live in anonymity and be on guard against assassination at all times.”
Qi Yuxuan raised his head, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes:
"So you're one of them too..."
"yes,"
Lu Yuanchangming said with a bitter smile, "What I wanted most in my life was Qiu Ziyue's love. But things didn't go as planned, and she chose you."
Qi Yuxuan was shocked, never expecting that Lu Yuanchangming loved Qiu Ziyue so deeply.
He felt a pang of guilt, but at the same time he understood that this was not something he could control.
“I’m sorry,” Qi Yuxuan said softly, “I know how you feel, but feelings are something no one can force.”
Lu Yuanchangming shook his head:
"No need to apologize, this is my fate. However, I still envy you for having her love. In such chaotic times, it is such a lucky thing to have someone you truly love."
Qi Yuxuan was silent for a while, then finally nodded: "Thank you, Changming, your words make me feel much better."
The two raised their glasses and drank them down in one gulp.
At this moment, all worries seemed to slide into my heart with the wine, transforming into an indescribable feeling.
As night deepened, the campfire outside the tents gradually died down.
Lu Yuanchangming gazed at the stars in the sky, his thoughts a jumble of emotions.
He knew he couldn't change his fate, but he could never let go of his feelings for Qiu Ziyue.
"Perhaps, this is destiny."
He muttered to himself, "Since I can't have them, I'll just wish them well."
At the same time, Qi Yuxuan returned to his tent and saw Qiu Ziyue's gentle smile, which warmed his heart.
"My wife, you're still awake."
"I'm waiting for you, I can't sleep."
Qi Yuxuan sat down next to Qiu Ziyue, gently took her hand, patted her and said, "Ziyue, it's so good to have you."
"Yuxuan, don't be too sad. There are many things we can't change, so we can only accept them silently. I believe your parents in heaven would also want you to be happy," Qiu Ziyue comforted her.
"Will we have a baby in the future? No, perhaps, more and better?" Qi Yuxuan asked gently, his eyes full of affection.
Qiu Ziyue blushed and said, "Do you think I'm a pig? How many babies do you want to have?"
"What's PIG? Does it mean pig? Hehe, then my cubs are piglets, right?" Qi Yuxuan said, looking at Qiu Ziyue.
"You mustn't go astray."
"I'm serious, Twilight Sparkle, you should have more babies, preferably several at once, that way you won't be in so much pain."
"You wish."
The two smiled at each other, their hearts filled with sweetness.
However, this sweetness was soon shattered.
Suddenly, Qiu Ziyue's expression turned painful. She covered her forehead, and her body trembled slightly.
"My head hurts so much..."
Her voice was weak and helpless.
Qi Yuxuan immediately tensed up and quickly supported her shoulders: "Ziyue, what's wrong?"
Qiu Ziyue's eyes gradually became unfocused, as if she had fallen into a deep state of confusion.
Qi Yuxuan's heart sank. He knew that this kind of headache was not unfamiliar to Qiu Ziyue, but every time it flared up, it made him feel heartbroken.
Recalling how Qiu Ziyue's memory worsened after taking painkillers last time, Qi Yuxuan dared not risk giving her any more medication.
He had to find another way to alleviate her pain.
"Twilight Sparkle, don't be afraid, I'm here to help you."
Qi Yuxuan comforted her softly, and then began to apply pressure to her acupoints.
He skillfully pressed Qiu Ziyue's temples, Baihui acupoint, and other key acupoints, trying to alleviate her pain in this way.
Gradually, Qiu Ziyue's complexion improved slightly, but she still looked very tired.
Seeing Qiu Ziyue's pained expression, Qi Yuxuan felt a pang of heartache.
He knew that if a fundamental solution couldn't be found, Qiu Ziyue would continue to suffer this torment.
After careful consideration, he made a difficult decision.
"Ziyue, let's go to the Demon Spring Palace for treatment tomorrow," Qi Yuxuan said in a low voice.
Although Qiu Ziyue was in a daze, she could still feel her husband's care.
She gently shook her head and said, "No, that will deplete your inner strength and make you weak."
"It's alright, Ziyue. As long as you don't have a headache, I'm willing to do anything," Qi Yuxuan said.
At this moment, he remembered the internal energy cultivation method he had practiced for many years, and perhaps he could temporarily use his internal energy to help Qiu Ziyue.
"Twilight Sparkle, don't be afraid, I'm here to help you."
Qi Yuxuan comforted her softly, then sat down cross-legged and gently held Qiu Ziyue in his arms.
He closed his eyes, concentrated his mind, and slowly circulated the internal energy within his body.
A warm current rose from his dantian, flowed along his meridians, and finally gathered in his hands.
He gently placed his palms on Qiu Ziyue's back and the top of her head, and began to channel his internal energy into her.
Qiu Ziyue felt the warmth from her husband's palm, and the pain gradually subsided.
Her heart calmed down with this warm force.
Qi Yuxuan's internal energy, like a gentle stream, slowly seeped into every cell of her body, dispelling the gloom.
"how do you feel?"
Qi Yuxuan asked softly, looking at her with concern.
Qiu Ziyue opened her eyes slightly, a grateful smile on her face: "Much better, thank you, Yuxuan."
Qi Yuxuan breathed a sigh of relief and continued to channel his internal energy into her to ensure that the pain completely disappeared.
After a while, Qiu Ziyue's complexion returned to its rosy hue, and her eyes became clear and bright again.
Watching Qiu Ziyue recover completely, Qi Yuxuan felt a deep sense of relief.
He knew that as her husband, he had a responsibility to protect her from any harm.
"Twilight Sparkle, I will always be with you and protect you."
Qi Yuxuan said emotionally, "No matter what difficulties we encounter, we will face them together."
Qiu Ziyue leaned against him, feeling his unwavering strength, and her heart was filled with a sense of security.
"With you here, I'm not afraid of anything."
The two embraced tightly, their love deepening in the quiet night.
At this moment, all worries and pain vanished, leaving only the deep affection and warmth between them.
To be continued in the next chapter!
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