Before the food was even served, Sheng Jingyu answered him.

"You don't need to face me. I promised the Empress that I would save your lives. After this matter is over, you will have your own fiefdoms. As long as you don't act arrogantly, it won't be difficult for you to live a peaceful old age."

“When he marries and has children, he can choose to return to the capital, but that’s a matter for the future,” Sheng Jingyu said, trying to reassure Sheng Zixi.

Before he arrived, Su Wenyuan asked Sheng Jingyu what to do when the two brothers returned from Qikong Kingdom.

At that time, Sheng Jingyu had no idea what to do and dared not make any promises.

Seeing Sheng Zixi's current state, Sheng Jingyu had to come up with a temporary excuse to calm him down.

If the Emperor can hold on, and Nian Huaizhong and others stop plotting to kill him, Sheng Jingyu can leave the capital with peace of mind.

Given the current situation, he has no choice but to stay. Even if the emperor allows him to leave, he dares not go.

He feared that if he left, the capital would descend into chaos.

This matter can only be entrusted to these two brothers. Whether by coercion, bribery, or other methods, we must make them do their best.

Fortunately, Sheng Zixi was not a fool. When Sheng Jingyu explained the importance of this trip to him, he had already agreed unconditionally.

He just can't get over his mental hurdle right now and needs Sheng Jingyu to reassure him.

This result surprised Su Wenyuan. Sheng Jingyu not only let them off the hook, but also gave them a chance to recuperate.

What might happen once we leave the capital is uncertain.

Sheng Zixi didn't believe it either, saying, "You did promise the Empress Dowager that you would spare our lives, but you didn't promise that we would leave the capital safely, so there was no need for that."

Sheng Jingyu spread his hands and said, "Then I promise you now, you and Sheng Ziyan will bluff your way through Qikong Kingdom. As long as Qikong Kingdom doesn't intend to send troops, you two can go wherever you want after you come back."

“If they want to send troops, the two of you may not come back alive,” Sheng Jingyu explained the pros and cons.

Without hesitation, Sheng Zixi said, "If we die, you won't fare much better. It's just a matter of who dies first or last. There's nothing to panic about."

He has come to terms with it; now is not the time to dwell on personal gains and losses.

Sheng Jingyu nodded and said nothing more.

When the food was served, Sheng Zixi acted as if she hadn't eaten a full meal in days, stuffing food into her mouth without even looking up.

With his swift and decisive movements, the table was already a complete mess.

Sheng Jingyu and Su Wenyuan didn't touch their chopsticks, afraid they couldn't compete with him for the food.

"Yuexiu," Su Wenyuan called out, raising her hand.

Yuexiu walked over, and Su Wenyuan whispered a few words in her ear.

Not long after, Yuexiu returned, carrying two pieces of clothing and some accessories.

Sheng Zixi asked bluntly, "For me?"

"Yes, let's try it on in a bit. If it suits you, we'll take it with us. Clothes make the man, and this will give you some confidence."

Sheng Zixi said, "No need, just take it with you. I'll adjust it if it doesn't fit. It's fine if you're fat or thin, there's still a long way to go."

Su Wenyuan was taken aback at first, but then agreed with his idea.

It's just two pieces of clothing, nothing serious. Even if you take them and don't wear them, you can just throw them away, it's fine.

That's all she could do.

This meal made them both realize that Sheng Zixi had changed; she was more sincere than before.

He's also become much more arrogant than before, perhaps because he's reckless, but this state is just right.

Sheng Jingyu also arranged for a few guards to accompany him, but that wasn't much of a protection; if the other party really wanted to make a move, these few people wouldn't be able to protect him.

It mainly makes it easier for them to be arrogant and domineering, so that when they fight openly, they won't be at a disadvantage and will have a strong presence.

After dinner, Sheng Zixi prepared to leave. Before leaving, she asked Sheng Jingyu, "When we come back, will we have to change how we address each other?"

Su Wenyuan interrupted, saying, "Let's come back first."

Everyone can see that the throne is already in Sheng Jingyu's hands, and his ascension to the throne is only a matter of time.

Now all that's left is for the emperor to compromise and abdicate, or for Sheng Jingyu to take the initiative. Of course, the former would be better, as it would be more legitimate.

It will be easier to talk about this later.

Sheng Zixi didn't get a clear answer, nor did she ask any further questions; she simply turned and left.

His departing figure looked much more resolute than when he arrived.

Su Wenyuan said enviously, "They're going to cause trouble in Qikong Kingdom. I want to go too. What do you think about two princes taking their sister-in-law on a diplomatic mission to Qikong Kingdom? Doesn't that sound pretty good?"

"..." Sheng Jingyu was speechless for a moment.

The way she said that was strange. What was she thinking?

Su Wenyuan pressed further, "Do you think it's outrageous?"

"I find this absurd. Don't overthink it. Aren't you afraid that after you leave, I'll wipe out Nian Huaizhong and the others?" Sheng Jingyu threatened.

At this moment, what Su Wenyuan cared about most was their group of people.

Unfortunately, they didn't take it seriously, wasting Su Wenyuan's hard work.

“I know you’ve had this idea for a while.”

“You should be glad they didn’t target ordinary people, otherwise I wouldn’t have tolerated it until now,” Sheng Jingyu said frankly.

Su Wenyuan said, "If they do that, I won't keep them. I hope Nian Huai can persuade them."

The two imperial physicians in the palace still did not leave; they remained the emperor's most trusted physicians.

But when the Emperor saw Sheng Zixi off, he looked much more energetic than before.

It's unclear whether this is a final burst of energy before disaster or a temporary halt to their actions.

We need to observe for a few days.

Sheng Zixi was in a hurry because she had to go to Sheng Ziyan to deliver the imperial decree first.

Back in the capital, we still need to prepare some gifts. We'll depart later and meet up with them at the border.

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