Thinking of all this, Yu Jingchen felt even more regretful, determined never to repeat the same mistakes in this life. This child... if he could keep him, it would definitely be the best thing.
But Yu Jingchen was afraid. After all, his children had not been born safely in his previous two lives, and he feared that this would be the end of the story.
Yu Jingchen returned to Nan Zhiyun's side, and in just two days, Nan Zhiyun seemed to have reverted to her old self—without light or hope. She was shrouded in gloom; all his efforts to bring her back to her former radiance had now been in vain.
"Yun'er...be alright...everything will be alright, believe me, okay? I will stay with you for the rest of my life..." Yu Jingchen suddenly felt a little afraid that after this incident, Nan Zhiyun might have returned to her former self.
Yu Jingchen has been by Nan Zhiyun's side every day during this period, practically inseparable. He handles official business with her by her side, and even holds her in his arms to comfort her.
On the day of Nan Su's burial, almost the entire city came to pay their respects. Given Nan Zhiyun's status, she shouldn't have personally come to help with the coffin; perhaps fearing Yu Jingchen's disapproval, and considering her own health, she didn't dare speak up. But given how well Yu Jingchen understood Nan Zhiyun, how could he not know?
He said to Nan Zhiyun, "Go if you want to, I'll go with you."
Nan Zhiyun was stunned for a moment after hearing this, but then the emotions she had been holding back for the past few days burst out, and she hugged Yu Jingchen and cried.
March 17th, the third year of the Tiansheng era
The old general of Nansu was escorted back to the mountain. Throughout the Yuan Kingdom, regardless of age or gender, everyone came to see him off. The old general, who had dedicated his life to the Yuan Kingdom and all its people, had given himself to the country.
He toiled his whole life, born on the battlefield, living on horseback, facing death countless times, his scars all for the sake of Yuan Kingdom. The name Nan Su is the guardian deity in the hearts of the people of Yuan Kingdom, but... from now on, it can only be sealed in their hearts forever.
After that day, Nan Zhiyun fell ill. Yu Jingchen stayed by her side the whole time, but Nan Zhiyun became very silent. She didn't say a word and was like a puppet every day. She would eat when Yu Jingchen fed her and drink when he fed her medicine. The rest of the time she would just sit there or lie in bed without saying a word.
Yu Jingchen saw all of this. He had tried his best to coax Nan Zhiyun, but it was completely ineffective.
Nan Zhiyun appears very well-behaved, but in reality, she cries secretly every time. She just doesn't let anyone find out, nor does she dare to let anyone find out. How could Yu Jingchen not know? He just never exposes her.
The atmosphere in Fengyin Palace has been somber lately. Everyone in the palace knows that the Empress is in a bad mood, which has made His Majesty even more terrifying. It's said that in the past few days, His Majesty has executed several people at random—some palace servants, some court officials, and even some concubines. Everyone has become more cautious in their actions, fearing that they might inadvertently anger the Emperor.
Today served as a warning. I heard that a palace maid accidentally broke a vase in Fengyin Palace and was flogged by His Majesty's order. Also, Her Majesty the Empress had a poor appetite today and was suffering from morning sickness, so she didn't eat much. The person in charge of Her Majesty's meals was also punished.
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