Chapter 115 Heavenly secrets are unpredictable, human hearts are complex; destiny is in one's own hands.

"And there are faint signs that things are starting to loosen up!"

"Originally, she was infertile, but now she seems to be more active. Your Majesty, perhaps you should work harder, after all, I have carefully calculated that Miss Meng's offspring are abundant."

Ling Xiao had already had a small suspicion when he was at the Meng family, and now, after taking Xiao Xingyuan's pulse, he was even more certain that his suspicion was correct.

this……

Xiao Xingyuan blushed slightly, but still looked at Ling Xiao earnestly: "Really? Are you serious?"

"Of course it's true. How could I dare to commit the crime of deceiving the emperor?"

"Your Majesty, this is a good thing, you should try it."

"And I really think you should treat Meng girl better. She's having a terrible time in the Meng family. Those bastards in the Meng family don't treat her like a human being at all. Her father and brother beat and scold her all the time, and her mother and sister make things difficult for her at every turn."

Ling Xiao's face turned gloomy as he said this.

I had only heard about it before, so I didn't think it was anything special. After all, even the five fingers are of different lengths, and it's normal for siblings to have favoritism.

But now that Ling Xiao is in the thick of it all and has seen it with his own eyes, he finally understands that Meng Yanzhi's situation in the Meng family is difficult.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xingyuan's expression changed: "I heard that the Crown Prince has taken a liking to the second young lady of the Meng family?"

"Hmm, it looks plausible, but there's something still off about it."

"Your Majesty, isn't this just putting yourself in the game?"

Although Ling Xiao was the Imperial Advisor, he was still very clear about the situation in the court. He looked at Xiao Xingyuan with some worry.

"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince and the Jade Prince have probably already started fighting."

Xiao Xingyuan was not surprised by this.

He smiled and then said calmly, "That's fine too."

"What does Your Majesty mean by 'good'? Does it mean Miss Meng will have many grandchildren in the future, or does it mean the Crown Prince and the Jade Prince are fighting?"

"Shut up!"

Xiao Xingyuan glared angrily.

This Ling Xiao is good in every way, except that his mouth is just too foul!

The two grew up together and were closer than brothers, even though they weren't blood brothers. So, in front of Xiao Xingyuan, Ling Xiao was always just as carefree as when he was a child.

"Your Majesty, are you really not going to give Meng Yanzhi a proper title?"

"The Meng family outside the palace is eyeing her covetously, and the Jade Prince has also become suspicious of her. Consort Liu inside the palace is keeping a close eye on her. I'm afraid a mere fifth-rank female official can't protect her!"

"I will consider it."

Xiao Xingyuan's face darkened as he fell into deep thought.

He knew very well that what Meng Yanzhi wanted most was freedom. If she were to receive a title, she might lose her freedom. He didn't know whether Meng Yanzhi was willing or not.

Consider? What's there to consider?

Seeing Xiao Xingyuan's troubled expression, Ling Xiao suddenly seemed to have discovered something, and stepped forward to look at Xiao Xingyuan seriously.

"You are the emperor, you can do whatever you want, so why are you helpless against such a little girl?"

"Is it true that love breeds sorrow?"

Ling Xiao looked at Xiao Xingyuan with a smile.

"You like her, you love her, so you care more about her feelings, right?"

"roll!"

Xiao Xingyuan showed no mercy, directly grabbing the memorial and slamming it hard on Ling Xiao's forehead, angrily shouting for him to get lost.

Depend on!

Ling Xiao was too close, and he never expected Xiao Xingyuan to suddenly attack. He didn't even make a move to dodge, and a big bump swelled up on his forehead!

His eyebrows were furrowed tightly, and he glared at Xiao Xingyuan through gritted teeth: "Xiao Xingyuan!"

"go out!"

Xiao Xingyuan was somewhat embarrassed and angry. Without even glancing at Ling Xiao, he waved his hand and told him to get lost.

Seeing Xiao Xingyuan's unusual behavior, Ling Xiao knew that he was probably right.

He touched the large bump on his forehead, feeling a pang of grievance, then turned and walked towards the small kitchen.

From afar, one could see Meng Yanzhi kneading dough with her head down. It was strange, really, because Meng Yanzhi usually had a bright and generous demeanor, and her cunning fox-like eyes gave her a very shrewd look.

But when she's focused on cooking, she exudes an indescribable gentleness, as if the world is in her hands and she can mold it however she wants.

Ling Xiao stepped forward, leaned against the door frame, and said, "Xiao Yue said she really liked the red bean buns you made last time. I wonder if it would be convenient for you to make some more?"

As he spoke, Ling Xiao took out a large gold ingot and placed it on the table beside him: "This is my way of thanking you."

Meng Yanzhi glanced at the gold ingot, a slight smile playing on her lips, and then said with a smile, "Grand Preceptor, you are too kind. I like Xiaoyue very much. Even without the gold ingot, I will make whatever she wants to eat."

"That's your sentiment, and this is mine. Let's not let each other down, shall we?" Ling Xiao stepped forward, smiling at Meng Yanzhi. "You really enjoy cooking?"

Meng Yanzhi nodded and glanced at Ling Xiao: "The small kitchen is not clean, why did the Imperial Advisor have to come in?"

"Let me ask you, do you prefer cooking or being an empress?" Ling Xiao asked again.

This time, Meng Yanzhi almost threw the dough in her hand away.

She looked at Ling Xiao in disbelief, even wondering if he had lost his mind, how could he say such outrageous things!

But Meng Yanzhi quickly realized what she meant, looked around to make sure no one had heard her, and then breathed a sigh of relief, saying calmly, "I still prefer cooking."

The title of Empress sounds like it represents supreme power, but in reality, if you actually become Empress, you're doomed. You'll be trapped in the palace for the rest of your life and have to deal with all sorts of messy and troublesome matters in the harem.

The thought of having to live like that from now on made Meng Yanzhi feel that she might as well be dead.

In her previous life, she was confined to the inner quarters of the house. In this life, she only wants to go out and see the vast world, and she only wants to live a free and unrestrained life.

Once she's killed the Meng family, she'll be completely free and can get whatever she wants.

this……

Seeing Meng Yanzhi's eagerness to avoid him, Ling Xiao really wondered if he hadn't been clear enough: "I meant becoming Empress, not..."

"Imperial Advisor!" Meng Yanzhi was truly anxious, her eyebrows furrowed tightly. "I've already said it, I'm unwilling. I know you are the Imperial Advisor and can glimpse the secrets of heaven, but I'm unwilling! Even if it's a secret of heaven, even if it's destiny, I'm unwilling!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao froze on the spot, momentarily at a loss for words. In desperation, he could only nod awkwardly, "Alright, alright, then pretend I didn't say anything. I was just saying it casually. Why are you getting so worked up?"

"If anyone hears your casual remark, I will die." Meng Yanzhi looked at Ling Xiao seriously: "I don't think I have offended you, and I don't know why you treat me like this, even trying to kill me?"