Bai Qingyue nodded in agreement, but that was all.

"But since things have come to this, please forgive Qingyue and take your leave now."

The scene fell silent again, and the farce finally came to an end when the servant came to help Yu Ling with her washing and dressing.

Back then, Gu Cheng chose to side with the emperor so naturally and naturally, his sense of gratitude so subtle that it was almost negligible. Looking back now, he could only helplessly watch the gaps grow and spread. Half a lifetime of loyalty, half a lifetime of loneliness.

He possessed exceptional abilities, excelling in both literary and martial arts; if he hadn't been born into royalty... if he hadn't been the second son...

Thinking of the turbulent Xiongnu tribes on the border, and allowing him to indulge in some outrageous speculation, what a prosperous and glorious era it would be if the prince were to ascend the throne.

Alas... Fate brings us together and fate separates us, like water flowing; cherish the connections we have, go with the flow, and don't try to force them.

So be it! So be it!

The clear sky was swept away by the night, with scattered candlelight in the distance. Standing by the window, a cold wind blew, and I let sorrow seep into my weary body.

At this time, Gu Cheng had been staying by Yu Ling's bedside without sleep for several days.

Bai Qingyue spoke casually, but Gu Cheng, who knew his younger sister's character well, was far from at ease. Lost in conspiracy theories and wild thoughts, he couldn't act rashly and could only personally guard her. He even stopped Bai Qingyue from returning to the Medical Valley after perfectly completing her mission.

The prince is the most important person in the world. Who cares about some famous doctor? We'll talk about that after the prince is alright!

But how could Bai Qingyue be willing? He was already wrong to be coerced by Gu Wen into participating in the palace strife. Now that the two are even, what right do others have to question his future?

Gu Cheng's attitude was firm, and Gu Wen, who had provoked the incident, remained silent.

Is this the kind of person he admires? Ha! So what if he's quick-witted and talented? He must have been blind to have such a morally corrupt person!

The night was as cool as water, and my heart was as cold as ice; nothing could be more true.