Helian Jue's army is already on its way.
Contrary to what outsiders might imagine, Xie Yuan did not become enemies with Helian Jue.
The couple continued to correspond.
Every two or three days, Xie Yuan would receive the latest news about Helian Jue.
Of course, Xie Yuan did not hide this from Helian Jue.
For example, she directly scolded those courtiers who "advised" her to be virtuous as "bullshit" in the main hall, and she told Helian Jue everything in detail.
Helian Jue: ...
Even though he couldn't see the footage, just thinking about it made him incredibly happy.
A-Yuan is jealous!
Ah Yuan was indeed jealous!
A virtuous wife?
ha!
What kind of "virtuous wife" in this world would willingly push her husband to another woman?
If a woman does this, it's not because she's virtuous, but simply because she doesn't love.
Don't love me?
Helian Jue absolutely could not tolerate it.
Let alone "not loving", Xie Yuan's love for Helian Jue was not as deep as his love for her, he could not accept it.
"I originally wanted to give you a surprise. The beauty presented by Gaochang can dance and attract butterflies; she's quite an interesting fellow."
Helian Jue possessed the all-pervasive Embroidered Uniform Guard, so even if he was thousands of miles away, he knew what was happening in the capital.
Even if Xie Yuan didn't say anything, Helian Jue was well aware of the rumors circulating in the streets and the disputes in the court.
So, in the next letter, Helian Jue told her about the Holy Maiden of Gaochang.
Just as Xie Yuan had guessed, there was a reason why Helian Jue would accept this beauty.
Firstly, it was to appease the ruler of Gaochang.
Secondly, he wanted to give his wife a "gift".
Well, for emperors, beauties who are naturally fragrant and can sing and dance are no different from Hu women and musicians.
They're all just toys for the wealthy to enjoy.
Helian Jue is obsessive-compulsive, has a cleanliness fetish, and is also severely narcissistic.
No matter how beautiful or wonderful someone is, if they are not someone you like, you won't look at them differently.
On that day, when the Gaochang envoy presented the holy maiden, he saw her dancing gracefully, and the wonderful fragrance attracted butterflies to fly around.
While feeling intrigued, Helian Jue also felt a pang of regret: It's a shame A Yuan isn't here!
I can't see such a fun performance in person!
Then Helian Jue thought, since A Yuan isn't here, why not take him back?
Just like the musicians and dancers kept in the palace's opera troupe, they could perform for A-Yuan at any time.
Xie Yuan: ...
Well, this is what a true emperor is like; he has already divided people into different classes in his mind.
In this fictional dynasty, the idea of achieving true human rights and equality is simply a pipe dream.
What Xie Yuan could do was to subtly change others without being assimilated.
"Alas, how could those people outside possibly understand how abnormal a mad emperor is?"
They even tried to use normal thinking to speculate!
Fortunately, Xie Yuan had already seen through Helian Jue's true colors, insisted on believing in Helian Jue, and strongly rebuked those court officials.
Otherwise, if she were to start acting like a "virtuous wife," even without actively arranging for Helian Jue to take a concubine, just by slightly loosening the door, she could drive someone crazy on the spot!
The incident three years ago had already exhausted Xie Yuan's acting skills.
She really didn't want to face that crazy, insane person again!
Therefore, Xie Yuan kept her persona firmly in mind—she deeply loved her husband, so much so that she was willing to live and die with him, and turn to ashes together!
She would even deliberately show her jealous and domineering side.
Helian Jue, who was on his way back, was indeed very pleased to hear her reaction.
"...Helian Jue really won't change his mind! But, the idea of 'living and dying together' is always a hidden danger!"
Xie Yuan was unwilling to entrust his life and death to others.
Helian Jue was faking illness last time, but what about next time?
Humans eat grains and other foods, so it's inevitable that they will get sick.
Even if you are in good health, accidents can still happen.
Xie Yuan did not want to be buried with Helian Jue should anything happen to him.
She has children, her own ambitions, and a wonderful life.
She really didn't want to go crazy with Helian Jue.
"I must do something to let Helian Jue know that truly loving someone is not about forcing them, but about making their life better!"
While sorting through the letters, Xie Yuan secretly plotted his next move.
Perhaps Helian Jue's return this time will bring better opportunities!
Even if there is no opportunity, she can create one.
"Your Majesty! Commander Luo requests an audience!"
Just as Xie Yuan was lost in thought, the sound of a palace servant announcing something came from outside the hall.
"Let her in!"
"yes!"
Before long, Luo Peiyu hurriedly walked in.
Seeing Luo Peiyu's expression, Xie Yuanbian had a bad feeling.
"This servant greets Your Majesty!"
Although Luo Peiyu was anxious, she did not forget the rules.
With hands clasped in a fist, bow respectfully.
Xie Yuan waved his hand, "No need for formalities! Tell me, what happened?"
Luo Peiyu knew her Empress's temperament; she never used the tactful or roundabout methods.
She said directly, "Your Majesty, Dugu Zhi is dead!"
Dugu Zhi?
who?
Xie Yuan was taken aback.
He quickly realized, "Dugu Xiong's daughter?"
That person who seems to have been reborn?
"Wasn't she 'sick' and recuperating at a manor on the outskirts of the city?"
Xie Yuan's words were relatively subtle.
Dugu Zhi wasn't sick at all; she was clearly insane.
As for why he went mad, Helian Jue didn't tell Xie Yuan, but Xie Yuan could imagine it.
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