Chapter 68 Chapter 68 Your Majesty is the best in the world...
The distant bright moon fell into my arms.
Love is lingering.
The kiss also became gentle and careful.
Pei Chengjue couldn't describe the trembling in the depths of his soul, allowing the surging joy to flow through his limbs and bones, arousing the most direct physical reaction.
But Qiao Tang's sobs stopped his restlessness. He reluctantly let go of Qiao Tang, took Qiao Tang's hand and put it on his lips and kissed it, then pressed his hand on his heart, his eyes full of desire mixed with innocence.
"It's jumping around so much."
Her heart was beating, as if trying to break out of her chest so that Qiao Tang could see what this heart full of her looked like.
When Qiao Tang didn't love him, he was in a mess. When Qiao Tang fell in love with him, he was also in a mess.
Generally speaking, he had no face in front of Qiao Tang.
He was also willing to put down these useless things, held Qiao Tang's hand tightly, leaned closer to Qiao Tang, and looked at his wife pitifully and aggrievedly.
"What should I do, sister?"
Qiao Tang was not much better than him.
After all, this is not like before, when it was just Pei Chengjue's emotions, but the restlessness caused by mutual affection between the two parties.
Qiao Tang pursed her lips, sweat broke out on her forehead, wetting her eyelashes, and her watery eyes glanced at Pei Chengjue.
Pei Chengjue's eyes were unconcealed.
Qiao Tang blinked her wet eyelashes, reached out to hug him again, and rested her head on the side of his neck.
"Will it feel better if I hold you?"
After a while, Pei Chengjue's hoarse laughter rang out in the carriage, "Thank you, sister."
In fact, it's worse.
Qiao Tang didn't know, so he held him all the way. He endured the whole journey, and when they returned to the palace bedroom, he held Qiao Tang in his arms and went to sleep.
The moonlight on a summer night is beautiful, flowing in like running water, reflecting on the golden thread of the brocade curtains, emitting bits of brilliance.
Pei Chengjue is extremely gentle.
Qiao Tang felt an irresistible joy in her heart, and she couldn't help but call out "husband" many times, each time more urgent than the last.
In the end, I couldn't shout anymore and fell into a deep sleep.
In the middle of the night, she slowly opened her eyes. There was an empty space beside her. Her eyes suddenly became clear, and she got dressed and got out of bed.
Walking out of the bedroom and down to the corridor, in the bright light of the palace lanterns, he saw Pei Chengjue sitting on the steps with his clothes on, thinking about something with his head down.
Qiao Tang paused and looked at his back quietly.
He noticed it, and the moment he turned around, his frown relaxed. He turned around, stretched out his arms, and said with a smile, "Sister, come here."
Qiao Tang walked over and was held in his arms. He rubbed his head against Qiao Tang's cheek, and Qiao Tang let him go.
The two of them whispered in each other's ears for a while, and Qiao Tang gently stroked his cheek. "Your Majesty said earlier that he would heal Wei Qingyan's hand injury. Now Wei Qingyan's hand is almost healed. Your Majesty has done it."
"Your Majesty has been diligent in government affairs recently, never slacking off, and doing a very good job. None of the officials in the court can find any fault with him."
Under Pei Chengjue's silent gaze, Qiao Tang kissed him on the cheek and whispered, "Also, Your Majesty always thinks of me, takes care of me, and cherishes me."
She lowered her eyebrows, and her rosy cheeks were stunningly beautiful in the bright white moonlight.
"He is the best husband in the world."
Pei Chengjue's laughter suddenly rang out from the corridor. He picked up Qiao Tang, stood up and strode away. Qiao Tang in his arms couldn't help but smile.
The days in the palace passed quickly.
When the summer heat dissipated and early autumn arrived, Qiao Tang's belly grew bigger, so Pei Chengjue took her back to the palace to take good care of her.
The female doctors were waiting in Taiji Palace to serve Qiao Tang at any time. The empress dowager also came to care for her every day. In addition, the relatives of the Qiao family came to the palace from time to time to accompany her, so her life was lively and interesting.
On this day, the Queen Mother came to see her as usual. She had been thinking about something for a long time and first mentioned Prince Xiang's situation to the Queen Mother.
"Prince Xiang has been bedridden for a long time. Your Majesty doesn't mention it, but he is worried about him in his heart."
After hearing this, the Queen Mother sighed, her mind moved, and she looked over.
Qiao Tang lowered her brows and stroked her stomach with her palm. "If Prince Xiang still had some thoughts, it would probably be much better."
The Queen Mother's eyes lit up, she took her hands and patted them gently, then thought for a while and made a decision in her heart.
"Thanks to the Queen for reminding me, I can choose a suitable boy from among the royal heirs to be adopted by Prince Xiang."
Qiao Tang said, "This matter still requires the consent of Prince Xiang."
"I will ask Jingyi to come to the palace tomorrow and ask Jingyi to persuade him."
The Queen Mother understood that Qiao Tang had come up with this idea for Pei Chengjue, and she felt relieved and somewhat fortunate.
Qiao Tang is not like her, who has an empty heart all her life, and Pei Chengjue is not as ruthless as the late emperor. Fortunately, these two people did not miss each other and are together happily.
The Queen Mother confidently handed Pei Chengjue over to Qiao Tang. She would not embarrass Qiao Tang again, nor would she use Qiao Tang's kindness to do anything bad.
"Don't worry, Queen. When I choose a child, I will choose the right one who is willing and suitable. I will never force a child to be given to Prince Xiang."
Qiao Tang had originally had this concern, but upon hearing the Queen Mother's assurance, a faint smile appeared on her jade cheeks, "My Queen Mother is kind-hearted."
She was born beautiful and was pregnant. Pei Chengjue took care of her all the time and ordered the palace maids and female doctors to serve her well. In addition, the empress dowager also kept a close eye on her. For a time, the hearts of all the palace were on her.
She was taken care of so well that she felt comfortable and relaxed all over. Even when she was sitting there motionless, she exuded a radiant glow.
The palace maids discussed privately that even the queen's hair had a beautiful sheen. Not only did His Majesty like it, they would also like it when they saw it.
The empress dowager was dazzled by her smile and sighed in her heart. Even if she had seen many beauties, she had to admit that her daughter-in-law was too outstanding in appearance. No wonder her son was obsessed with her.
She suddenly understood her son and said to Qiao Tang with a smile, "We'll inform His Majesty when things are almost done."
Qiao Tang nodded, and suddenly saw her expression straighten. She said very seriously, "Your Majesty's coming-of-age ceremony is coming soon. Please, Queen, please make sure to prepare a birthday gift for Your Majesty."
Qiao Tang didn't know that the Queen Mother had hurt Pei Chengjue's heart with this matter last year. Seeing the Queen Mother's repeated instructions, he had no choice but to agree.
When Pei Chengjue came back that day, he was followed by palace maids holding a portrait. Qiao Tang was surprised and was about to open the portrait to take a look, but Pei Chengjue took her hand and took her aside.
"Sister, why are you panicking? He's your cousins' future husband."
Hearing his dissatisfied voice, Qiao Tang finally understood that he still remembered the promise not to look at other men.
The palace maids left, and Pei Chengjue held her in his arms and sat on a chair. "Tell my cousins to come over and see us tomorrow."
Although he was busy with court affairs, he still cared about Qiao Tang's family and wanted to help Qiao Tang rebuild his maternal clan. How could Qiao Tang not be moved?
"Your Majesty, there is no need to worry so much about me. I will take care of the affairs of my cousins and others."
She looked at Pei Chengjue's tired face with heartache, "Your Majesty taught me how to handle palace affairs, and I have understood it. If there is anything I don't understand, I will ask my mother. Your Majesty, just focus on the affairs of the court."
Pei Chengjue smiled. Qiao Tang stared at his smile, slightly distracted. He looked so handsome when he smiled.
It wasn't until Pei Chengjue kissed her that she came back to her senses and heard Pei Chengjue smile and say, "I know, sister loves me."
She wanted to refute, but suddenly closed her mouth. There was no way to refute. After saying so much, it all came down to one thing: she really felt sorry for Pei Chengjue.
She simply admitted it, looking directly at Pei Chengjue, "Your Majesty and I are one as husband and wife. From now on, I will stay in the harem and will never ask Your Majesty to worry about the palace affairs."
The resolute look made Pei Chengjue's heart flutter. For a long time, he couldn't look away. He felt that such a sister had a unique charm.
Qiao Tang couldn't stand his gaze and turned her face away.
"Your Majesty always calls me 'Sister, Sister'. I am two years older than you, so I should be more mature than you. How can I let your Majesty worry about me all the time?"
"It is right for a husband and wife to support each other. Your Majesty, rest assured, I will do my best."
Pei Chengjue listened attentively, with a smile in his eyes. He clamped Qiao Tang's chin with his fingers, asked her to face him, and smiled meaningfully, with some ill intentions.
Qiao Tang felt that he had evil intentions again, but sure enough, he pulled her into his arms and whispered in her ear, "Then sister, you must take good care of your brother tonight."
Qiao Tang's cheeks flushed, and she pushed him away, saying angrily, "Your Majesty, please get down to business!"
"Tomorrow I will ask my cousins to come over, and then ask Liu Zhang to come over, and leave this matter to Liu Zhang. Your Majesty, please don't worry about it."
Pei Chengjue agreed with a smile.
The next day, my cousins came over and looked at the portrait with shy cheeks.
The person chosen by Pei Chengjue himself had a good family background, appearance and character. The cousins could not find any fault with him, so they each chose the one they liked.
Qiao Tang met with Liu Zhang again and handed the matter over to him. Liu Zhang was steady and patient. "Please rest assured, Your Majesty. I will take care of it."
Qiao Tang felt relieved.
Liu Zhang left the palace and returned to the Censorate to see Wei Qingyan and told him everything.
Wei Qingyan nodded slightly, "Your Majesty always thinks things through carefully when planning things for Your Majesty."
It was time to get off duty. The two men walked out of the Censorate and walked slowly along the palace road.
Wei Qingyan's voice echoed in the afterglow, "How is your Majesty?"
Liu Zhang's answer was a little late.
"Very good."
After a while, they both smiled.
Two days later, Liu Zhang had gotten things done. The marriages of his cousins were arranged, the Queen Mother had picked a suitable boy, and Princess Jingyi persuaded Prince Xiang to accept the child.
After the matter was settled, the Queen Mother mentioned it to Pei Chengjue. Pei Chengjue was silent for a moment, then nodded slightly, "The Emperor's uncle needs a child to accompany him."
The Queen Mother smiled and said, "It was the Queen's idea. Your Majesty should not disappoint the Queen."
Pei Chengjue said nothing. After the Queen Mother left, he immediately left the Qinzheng Hall and returned to the Taiji Palace, holding Qiao Tang tightly in his arms.
His disordered heartbeat finally calmed down when he sniffed Qiao Tang's scent. Qiao Tang held his hand and placed it on his abdomen.
"Your Majesty, do you think this is a late gift for your coming-of-age?"
Pei Chengjue shook his head, kissed her cheek with his thin lips, and enveloped Qiao Tang with his hot breath.
After a while, Pei Chengjue was twenty years old.
On this day, all the officials in the court, dressed in official uniforms, went to Fengtian Hall according to etiquette. No one dared to speak, but everyone was looking around.
Most of them were sighing that the emperor had finally come of age. Although he had not been able to resist the temptation of beautiful women, compared with his ridiculous behavior last year, he was truly wise and decisive, and could not be more wise.
Qiao Tang and the Queen Mother were both there.
Qiao Tang looked at Pei Chengjue who was receiving the coming-of-age ceremony. The man was dignified in his court attire, had a handsome face, and his every move exuded maturity and stability.
A smile appeared in Qiao Tang's eyes, and he suddenly thought of the young man wearing the Guan Gong mask last spring.
When she pointed at the young man with her purse, she never thought that they would have such a fate.
After the ceremony, Pei Chengjue extended his hand to Qiao Tang with a soothing smile on his face. Qiao Tang took his hand and was led down the stairs by him.
The Queen Mother watched the two men leave, and all the ministers knelt on the ground in worship. The two men walked to the middle of the palace gate, and the bright light from the autumn sun reflected their figures standing side by side.
Slowly, Pei Chengjue leaned towards Qiao Tang, kissed Qiao Tang's cheek in full view of everyone, and shouted with a smile.
"elder sister."
The unconcealed voice reached the hall. The Queen Mother shook her head and smiled. The courtiers lowered their heads, thinking that His Majesty would never be able to resist the temptation of beautiful women in this lifetime.
Qiao Tang was completely indifferent to his antics, but she felt somewhat helpless when she heard him call her "sister." She approached him in full view of everyone, "I wonder how long Your Majesty will stop calling me sister?"
Pei Chengjue laughed out loud and held her hand tightly.
When Qiao Tang was about to give birth, Pei Chengjue could not sleep every day and insisted on taking a break from court to stay with her. Seeing that she was angry, he had no choice but to go to court on time.
But as soon as the court meeting ended, he returned to Taiji Palace. When Qiao Tang asked him how court affairs were going, he smiled and said, "I have handed it over to the cabinet to handle. Don't worry, sister, nothing will go wrong."
Qiao Tang couldn't bear to see him worry about himself, so he let him go. He stayed there for several days.
Until the day Qiao Tang gave birth, he listened to Qiao Tang's cries, as if a piece of his heart was dug out. How could he let his sister suffer so much?
Qiao Tang gave birth to a son safely.
Everyone in the palace was celebrating the birth of the prince. The empress dowager looked at her grandson in the cradle with a satisfied smile, turned around and asked Pei Chengjue to hold the child, but there was no one beside her.
Nanny Wang stood by the bed with red eyes. It was a great joy for her daughter to give birth to a prince, but it also brought her suffering. Fortunately, His Majesty felt sorry for her daughter.
Pei Chengjue sat on the edge of the bed, leaned over and stroked Qiao Tang's sweaty long hair with his fingers, and then brushed his fingertips across Qiao Tang's eyelashes that were closed due to exhaustion, watching without daring to make a sound.
After watching for a while, he went out uneasy and called a group of doctors to come and watch with him, "The queen is too tired."
The imperial doctors lowered their heads and dared not speak, thinking that this was always the way children were given birth, and that the empress's birth was extremely smooth.
But Pei Chengjue was still very uneasy, with the corners of his lips drooping and his face very gloomy.
The Queen Mother was alarmed, fearing that his madness would relapse, and she hurried to comfort him.
"The Queen is always in good health. She will wake up soon after a good sleep, and then Your Majesty will be able to speak to her."
After a long while, everyone heard him say in a deep voice, "I will draft an edict. This child will be the crown prince for me and the queen."
Everyone was shocked. He was only twenty years old and already appointed a prince. He hadn't even seen what the child looked like. This...
Everyone went to see the Queen Mother, hoping that she could persuade him. The Queen Mother only begged him not to act foolishly and to appoint a crown prince. "Everything is up to your Majesty."
Pei Chengjue drafted an imperial edict and ordered it to be announced to the world. Everyone held their breath as they suddenly heard him murmur in regret, "I will not allow the Queen to have children again."
He threw down his pen and hurried into the delivery room, leaving everyone in a daze.
Even the Queen Mother was stunned for a long time, her eyes blurred for a while. Her son was really good.
Qiao Tang fell asleep. When she opened her eyes, she met Pei Chengjue's worried gaze. She opened her mouth to speak, but Pei Chengjue leaned over and hugged her. "I'm sorry, sister, for causing you so much pain."
Qiao Tang smiled and let him hold her quietly for a while. After a while, when he didn't get up, she asked curiously, "Does the child look like me or His Majesty?"
"Like a sister."
Pei Cheng said in a muffled voice that this was pure nonsense, he hadn't even seen what the child looked like.
Qiao Tang didn't know and said with a smile, "Bring it here for me to see."
Pei Chengjue was reluctant to leave, so he asked Nanny Wang to bring the child over. He took the child in his arms, then knelt beside the bed to show it to Qiao Tang.
Nanny Wang's voice came, "The Queen Mother said it looks like Your Majesty!"
Pei Chengjue's mouth stiffened. Qiao Tang looked at it carefully. She couldn't see anything, but since the Queen Mother said it looked alike, then it looked alike.
Only Pei Chengjue shook his head, "She looks like my elder sister to me."
"nonsense."
If Qiao Tang had the strength, he would definitely stand up and pat him, "Your Majesty, you haven't seen what I looked like when I was born."
Pei Chengjue said nothing, asked Nanny Wang to take the child away, stared at her deeply, and slowly turned his head away in embarrassment.
Qiao Tang tapped his head with her finger, and he turned around with his red eyes.
Even as an adult he's still like this.
Qiao Tang felt a pang of pain in his heart when he saw this, and he hugged him, "I'm fine, but if others saw this, wouldn't they laugh at Your Majesty?"
Pei Chengjue remained silent.
In the silent room, the two hugged each other quietly, and time seemed to stand still, making the two never to be separated again.
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