When Helan Xin heard this, her eyelids drooped slightly, and no emotion could be seen on her pale face.
She recalled Duoming's words and expression just now, and there seemed to be a layer of mist in her lowered eyes.
For a long time, she still said nothing, but slowly turned her head, her eyes falling on the purple-spotted peony that she once cherished most.
This flower was given to her by him many years ago. It has gone through many ups and downs and followed her from the Helan tribe to the palace, but it has always bloomed gracefully and beautifully.
When he sent this flower to the palace, he was still the second prince in high spirits.
He said to her, "Xin'er, I also want you to be the most noble and beautiful peony in the world."
She spent the most time and energy taking care of this peony.
She was the eldest daughter of the Helan tribe and knew from birth that she would marry a member of the royal family.
At that time, the second prince, Duoming, was deeply loved by the previous king, and the eight major clans all believed that he would be the next king.
The relationship between her and Dominic was a natural one.
But halfway through, a tower suddenly appeared.
Although she had already known Doming about her feelings, her clan still sent her to Dota.
All her pain and resentment finally turned into acceptance and obedience.
When she got the news from him that he wanted her to join forces with others to deal with Dota, she agreed without hesitation.
In order to convince the suspicious Dota, she even hurt herself, but still had the flower moved out of the hall in advance.
But now, although it was not burned by the fire, it began to wither, its branches and leaves turned yellow, and its petals fell off, and it was almost lifeless.
She stared at the flower for a long time, her eyes gradually filled with sadness, and finally a tear rolled down the corner of her eye.
The tear flowed down her burned cheek, fell quietly onto the pillow, and soaked the fabric.
She murmured softly, her voice as weak as the wind,
“…What’s the point of a promise…”
The girl raised her head and looked at her like this, tears couldn't help but fill her eyes.
The hall was completely silent, with only the whistling of the wind outside the window.
…
When Dominic returned to the main hall, the palace servants in the inner hall had already rearranged the entire hall according to his preferences.
The previous simple furnishings, which were mainly black and gold, were replaced with luxurious gemstones and jade.
He casually glanced at the newly decorated palace, the corners of his mouth slightly raised with a bit of satisfaction.
Then he walked straight to the study, opened the door and saw Helian Chang waiting there.
"Your Majesty." Helian Chang quickly stood up and knelt respectfully to pay his respects.
Duo Ming ignored him and walked straight to the main seat and sat down. He took the tea handed to him by the palace servant and took a sip slowly. His movements were leisurely and he was not in a hurry at all.
After a long while, he finally put down his teacup and said calmly, "My dear, why do you want to see me?"
Helian Chang lowered his eyebrows, concealing the emotions in his eyes, and said in a deep voice,
"Your Majesty, the army has already deployed at the border with Dacheng, awaiting your order."
Duo Ming raised his eyes slightly, and propped his hands on the armrests of the chair. The wound on his hand caused by Duota had not healed yet, and it hurt when he moved. He could only say slowly,
"Chief Helan and Chief Murong both came to persuade me not to send troops to Dacheng for the time being."
Helian Chang's expression froze when he heard this, and his brows furrowed slightly, but he quickly calmed down.
He advised in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, you ascended the throne in haste, and many in the court still harbor dissenting ambitions..."
"If we can seize this opportunity to capture Jade City and Taki City, not only will we greatly boost our military prestige, but we can also suppress the opposition voices in the court with our achievements!"
When Duoming heard this, his expression softened slightly.
He nodded, as if thinking about something: "You are right..."
Before he finished speaking, a hint of hesitation flashed across his eyes.
Helian Chang saw this and immediately felt alarmed.
He added tentatively, "Your Majesty, when Dota ascended the throne, it was the might of thunder that convinced his subjects..."
Sure enough, when talking about Dota, Doming's face was filled with resentment, and he felt his broken left hand aching again.
He sneered and said self-deprecatingly: "I am no worse than him!"
Helian Chang nodded respectfully, "If we can capture Yucheng and Longcheng, it will be a great achievement for Beiqiang!"
Duo Ming still had a trace of doubt, "But over at Dacheng, Huo Yan..."
Helian Chang was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Your Majesty, don't worry. I have received news that Huo Yan is no longer a general."
"Besides, I've been stationed in Jade City and Taki City before, and I'm very familiar with those places..."
Duoming looked up at him, a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
Then he nodded, "That's right! I need an impeccable start."
Helian Chang took out a small box from his sleeve with a proper smile on his face and presented it with both hands.
"This is a piece of jade that I found specifically for Your Majesty to enjoy."
The palace maid took the box and opened it respectfully. Inside the box was a piece of jade that was as smooth as fat, cool to the touch, pure and flawless, and exuded a faint luster.
A touch of appreciation flashed across Duoming's eyes. He picked up the jade and examined it carefully, a satisfied smile appearing on the corner of his mouth.
"This jade is nice, Helian Chang, you are really thoughtful."
Helian Chang smiled slightly upon seeing this, bowed and said, "If Your Majesty likes it, I am relieved."
He paused and clapped his hands. The curtain outside the hall was lifted, and a group of women in light gauze entered one after another.
They all have graceful figures, charming eyes and fluttering clothes, like a gorgeous painting unfolding in the hall.
Duoming raised his eyebrows slightly, a hint of interest flashing in his eyes.
He put down the jade, looked at Helian Chang with interest, and asked with a smile: "What is this for?"
Helian Chang bowed again and said respectfully,
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