This was probably the first time Xiao Huai had spoken his mind like this.
He was surrounded by many people, from ministers and eunuchs to a group of concubines in the harem, all of whom were loyal to him, but that was their attitude towards the emperor.
He was the emperor, but also a normal man.
Most men envy too many things, which ironically become their constraints.
Everyone is acting, and he is acting too. After acting for a long time, he often forgets himself.
It wasn't until Eunuch Zhao returned and recounted his ordeal that he learned that this dignified imperial guard had been subdued before he could even make a move, and had his pants pulled down in front of outsiders.
Xiao Huai laughed heartily and enjoyed it for a long time.
He became curious.
How could there be such a woman in the world? Eunuchs are men too; she probably doesn't have any concept of female virtues at all.
However, it cannot be denied that this tactic was very effective against Eunuch Zhao.
His curiosity turned into envy.
He can forget about living a life where he can do whatever he wants.
The drought in the north kept him up at night, and the attitude of the northern army made him grit his teeth, but there was nothing he could do. The current situation did not allow for war, so he could only endure it.
But I can't swallow this insult if I do nothing.
There were many civil and military officials, but not a single one of them was capable.
He thought of Chu Jinjin.
His kung fu is so high that he can come and go freely from Black Hawk Mountain Stronghold, and he also has a grudge against the Wang family, so he doesn't belong to any faction.
He met Chu Jinjin in person.
In his mind, such a free-spirited woman shouldn't be very pretty, but when he actually saw her, he clearly felt his heart beat faster.
It turns out that love at first sight, as described in books, really does exist in this world.
So this is what love at first sight feels like—you can disregard everything just to see him every day.
Chu Jinjin listened quietly. She sensed Xiao Huai's attitude, which surprised her. She had originally thought that he was lustful at first sight, or that he wanted to add another woman to his harem, or that he was attracted to her martial arts skills.
It turns out he had truly fallen in love.
Chu Jinjin said earnestly, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. I am truly humbled."
It's a little bit of a source of pride to be able to move the most noble man in the world.
“Jinjin, I cannot give you the love you desire. Behind every concubine is a family, and it is because of them that the court is stable.” Xiao Huai stared intently at Chu Jinjin and extended his hand. “But in my heart, there is only you.”
Xu Wenda said the same thing.
But Xiao Huai was different; he truly had no choice.
"Your Majesty, I believe you, but there's more to it than that." Since the other person had spoken the truth, Chu Jinjin didn't hide anything and said frankly, "If I had to spend the rest of my life in this palace, I would go crazy."
Love and marriage are two different things.
While one can judge a relationship solely on looks and personality, marriage requires a realistic approach. Besides, Xiao Huai wasn't her type.
The two are not a good match in terms of age.
Of course, I can't say that.
Xiao Huai lowered his hand slowly from mid-air: "What if I insist that Jinjin stay?"
Chu Jinjin frowned: "Why would you do this?"
Since we've already said all that, why bring up this next sentence?
She had intended to continue expressing her loyalty.
Although she cannot accept this relationship, as a citizen, she can serve her country when needed.
Xiao Huai turned his back, his gaze fixed on something unseen. After a while, he sighed softly, "Go back and take good care of your injuries. I will send imperial physicians over every day."
Chu Jinjin hesitated for a moment, but ultimately said nothing and bowed as she withdrew.
Anyway, the meaning has been expressed very clearly.
Let's talk about it if we really have to.
When they got home, Zhan Qin wasn't there. He said he had gone out and they didn't know where he had gone.
Chu Jinjin had a gut feeling that it must be related to the Emperor.
Her injury caused a sensation throughout her family.
As previously agreed, Chu Jinjin made up an excuse about encountering an assassin. Telling her family about this would only cause them worry.
Lights out time, but Zhan Qin still hadn't returned.
He didn't come back that night.
Upon waking up in the morning, Chu Jinjin couldn't sit still. She forced herself to get up and decided to go there herself, just in case she had been placed under house arrest.
I had just changed my clothes when two uninvited guests arrived.
Chu Jinjin was both surprised and delighted: "Thank you, Chief Xie, Sister Qingxiao, when did you arrive?"
"Who could have hurt you?" The reason might fool the Chu family, but it wouldn't fool Jie Du. He knew Chu Jinjin's skills all too well. For her to be so badly injured, there must be some reason behind it. He frowned deeply. "Did the Emperor attack you?"
Chu Jinjin had nothing to hide: "Empress Dowager."
After she honestly explained it to him, Qingxiao covered her mouth in shock: "The Emperor wants to make you Empress. Such a big thing, and you didn't even let anyone send a message?"
She didn't know how to describe how she felt at that moment.
"I just found out too. I thought I had no other choice but to bring my whole family to you." Chu Jinjin sighed helplessly, extremely distressed. "I feel that the Emperor hasn't given up. If he really issues an edict directly, I will really rebel."
Jie Du reverted to his playboy attire, tapping the fan in his hand: "Not for the time being."
Chu Jinjin nodded: "By the way, why did you suddenly come to the capital? Did something happen?"
Jie Du's expression was unusually grave as he said in a low voice, "The Northern Army may be planning a rebellion."
Chu Jinjin: "...Because of me?"
Qingxiao and Jiedu exchanged a glance: "It has something to do with you, but their rebellion was only a matter of time. Jinjin, you just broke the ice ahead of time."
Chu Jinjin plopped down, picked up her teacup, and drank it all in one gulp, still feeling uneasy.
Wouldn't it be better for everyone to live in peace?
War means that peaceful days are no longer possible.
Given her circumstances at the time, she had no choice but to invoke her status as an imperial envoy, and Zheng Tiangui would certainly have to report back truthfully what she said.
The Zheng family had no idea what her relationship with the emperor was.
Since that's the case, the Emperor will hurt them sooner or later, so why not take advantage of this opportunity to act now?
Chu Jinjin paced back and forth anxiously: "Does the Emperor know?"
Then he asked, "How does the imperial army compare to the northern army?"
"The specifics are still unknown. According to the information gathered by my spies in the north, the Zheng family is making every effort to prepare provisions." Jie Du said softly, "Miss Chu, don't panic. Even if war breaks out, the northern army only has a 30% chance of winning. I came here today to remind you to be extra careful recently."
Chu Jinjin didn't react: "Me? What does this have to do with me?"
Jie Du shook his head and smiled bitterly: "It's a big deal. With you here, which general can be your match? If I were the commander of the North, I would send people to deal with you at all costs."
Chu Jinjin reported her identity as an imperial envoy.
The message Wang Ruoxiang conveyed was that the Emperor wanted to make Chu Jinjin the Empress.
Just as most people thought, Chu Jinjin was not only a skilled fighter, but also the emperor's beloved.
Chu Jinjin was extremely worried.
Before the Wang family's Wang Guangchen was dealt with, an even more powerful Northern Army emerged.
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