Chapter 144 Chapter 144 "If it were you, you wouldn't be allowed to...
Chapter 144
Lin Zhiyi, Jingyue, Concubine Lan, and Princess Duanyang Jinglong are all with the Queen.
The Queen wanted to end her life with a three-foot white silk scarf, but was caught by Princess Duanyang. When she called out to her, Lin Zhiyi happened to be passing by, pushing Jingyue.
Human life is at stake. Although the queen has done many bad things, Lin Zhiyi cannot bear to watch her die in front of him.
Moreover...if the Queen were to die like this, the Crown Prince would most likely be able to 'find a way out of this desperate situation'.
After all, Emperor Longshun's feelings towards the empress and the crown prince are different.
Sure enough, when he saw Emperor Longshun rushing over and the anxious and worried expression on his face, Lin Zhiyi subconsciously tightened his grip on the wheelchair armrest.
Jing Yue didn't look back, but raised her hand over her shoulder and scratched the back of her hand.
She turned over her palm and held Jingyue's hand, and she felt much more at ease.
It doesn't matter.
They had gained enough from this hunting trip.
Only by taking one step at a time can they ensure the safety of everyone on board.
Greed is not acceptable.
In comparison, Concubine Lan is very calm and knows how to behave.
She took a handkerchief and wiped the cold sweat from the queen's cheek on behalf of the panic-stricken Princess Duanyang, and carefully applied medicine on the queen's neck.
Seeing Emperor Longshun coming, she was not jealous. She stood up and saluted calmly with a sad look on her face.
When Emperor Longshun saw her here, he was stunned for a moment, but he quickly stepped forward, held her hand, and squeezed it gently.
At this time, Concubine Lan's ability to confide in others became more and more obvious.
Emperor Longshun finally relaxed a little at this moment.
Concubine Lan took the initiative to repeat what the imperial physician had said to Emperor Longshun, and then comforted him, "Your Majesty, don't worry. Now that you're here, my sister will get better."
She made room beside the bed for Emperor Longshun.
Emperor Longshun turned his head and glanced at Lin Zhiyi and Jing Yue. They both said in unison, "Your sons will take their leave."
Emperor Longshun: "..."
Well, I'll talk to the young couple later.
When Lin Zhiyi pushed Jingyue out, he said to the depressed Jinglong, "Sister Huang, come out and have a rest and drink some water."
Jing Long focused all her consciousness on the Queen. After hearing these clear words that sounded like an order, she followed them out without thinking.
It wasn't until she held a glass of water in her hands that she came to her senses. Her hands couldn't help shaking, and she didn't even drink the water, spilling it all.
Lin Zhiyi sighed, took the teacup from her hand, handed her a handkerchief to wipe her hands, and then poured another cup, only half full this time.
Jing Long calmed down, held the cup and whispered, "Thank you."
"You're welcome, sister."
Lin Zhiyi looked at Jingyue and asked him with his eyes if he wanted a drink. Jingyue shook his head, so she didn't pour him any more water. She just went back to Jingyue and sat directly on the armrest of the wheelchair.
Jing Yue put his arm around her waist, and the two of them leaned on each other, silently accompanying Jing Long.
Lan Fei, who was standing next to them, raised her eyebrows when she saw what they were doing, then lowered her head and concentrated on drinking her tea.
——Lin Zhiyi poured it for her first time just now.
Lan Fei has been very cooperative and calm during this period.
Although a lot of things happened during this period.
Each one was unexpected, shocking and heartbreaking.
She has developed a strong heart.
She had long been accustomed to seeing Yue'er and her husband being so affectionate.
Of course, she was also wondering in her heart how much the Queen could save with His Majesty by this action.
I can't lose.
I have just left a favorable impression on Your Majesty that cannot be ignored.
Emperor Longshun was indeed very grateful to Concubine Lan and the others.
If the queen really died like this, it would be like stabbing a knife into his heart and slapping him in the face.
Fortunately, Xiuyuan rescued the person.
Emperor Longshun still had a way to persuade the Empress to survive. He bluntly asked, "You only consider the Crown Prince, not Lang'er? I only said to depose the Crown Prince, not to appoint another one. Haven't you considered his rise after he admitted his mistakes and corrected them?"
The queen moved her fingers slightly while she was unconscious.
Emperor Longshun held her hand and said nothing more. He just stayed with her quietly for a while.
They have all grown old, with the shriveled skin on the back of their hands, the fine lines at the corners of their eyes, and the scattered white hair on their temples... all reminding them that time is unforgiving.
Perhaps when people get older, they will cherish old relationships more.
Emperor Longshun was filled with emotion.
He stayed with the queen until she woke up and was able to drink the medicine, and only then did he breathe a sigh of relief.
Lan Fei and the others had been waiting outside and had not left.
Other princes, princesses and their husbands also came.
Emperor Longshun took the medicine bowl from the empress and handed it to the maid next to him. He waved them off and said to the empress, "You are my empress. Have you ever considered me?"
The Empress was moved by Emperor Longshun's brief tenderness and affection, and no longer as excited as before. She suppressed her pride and temper and whispered, "I acknowledge my guilt. I will leave it to Your Majesty to decide."
Because of her throat injury, her voice was hoarse and her expression was soft, which made Emperor Longshun even soft-hearted.
"Let's talk about it after you recover. You scared Duan Yang."
The queen recalled the crying sound she heard when she was unconscious, and it was as if she had an epiphany. Yes, she still had a daughter.
If she were to pass away like this, His Majesty would certainly be furious. Deposing the Crown Prince was only the beginning. Without the Crown Prince's protection, if other princes and court officials continued to take advantage of her misfortune, Jinglong's family would not have an easy time either.
But even if Your Majesty deposed the Crown Prince, as long as I am still the Queen, I can still protect them.
Emperor Longshun stood up and said, "I asked her to come and keep you company. You two can have a good chat."
"Yes." After experiencing life and death, the queen became much calmer.
Before leaving, Emperor Longshun turned back to look at her. She smiled at him, a smile that was a little tired, but also a little relieved.
As soon as Emperor Longshun left the house, everyone outside stood up.
——Except Jingyue.
Emperor Longshun said, "Jinglong, go and keep your mother company." Then he said to his other children, "You can all go yourselves."
Those who should have dispersed have dispersed, leaving only Concubine Lan.
Seeing that she hadn't left, Emperor Longshun felt warm in his heart. He walked over and grabbed her hand: "Walk with me."
"Okay~"
They walked out hand in hand. The spring scenery was beautiful, and it was even more beautiful in the hunting grounds and palace.
My eyes are full of vitality.
Emperor Longshun's depressed mood gradually improved.
He was walking aimlessly with Lan Fei, when suddenly he saw Lin Zhiyi pushing Jing Yue for a walk, and he couldn't help but slow down his pace.
Lan Fei snuggled up to him and slowed down her pace.
Emperor Longshun hesitated and said, "Yuer... "
"It looks okay, right?" Lan Fei continued.
"Hmm. I originally thought...she wouldn't be able to accept it, or even think about it..."
Speaking of being depressed, he thought of the queen again.
Yue'er can be so strong even when faced with such cruel things, but the Queen is so fragile.
Although it is also possible that he was threatening to die in order to keep Zhuo Wen's position as the crown prince...and this possibility is very high.
However, in this comparison, Yue'er is indeed less troublesome.
Concubine Lan is also more considerate.
Concubine Lan said calmly, "With the Prince Consort here, Yue'er will be very strong. Just like with Your Majesty here, the Queen will be able to get through this too."
Emperor Longshun came to a complete stop. He took Concubine Lan into his arms and said, "I never imagined that so many things would happen during a spring hunt in just a dozen days. Last year there was a snowstorm, this year there were spies from the north attacking, and the Crown Prince was also unsettled... Yue'er was injured, and Cheng Lunian died tragically..."
Concubine Lan played with a button on Emperor Longshun's clothes, her voice soft, "Your Majesty has been too soft-hearted and too anxious lately."
Emperor Longshun coughed a few times in the wind and said with a wry smile, "I know I'm a little anxious. I'm worried about my own health... I'm worried that I won't be able to handle the Crown Prince's affairs on my own. I'm also worried that something might happen to the other princes and princesses..."
Concubine Lan didn't ask if he had ever considered appointing someone else as the crown prince. She simply said, "Your Majesty is in good health and will surely live a long and healthy life. Please stop saying such depressing things. I, too, will be worried."
Emperor Longshun sighed, hugged her tightly, and felt a little relieved: "Well. You still understand me."
Concubine Lan said, "Your Majesty always remembers my kindness, and I am satisfied."
Of course, Lin Zhiyi and Jing Yue also saw Emperor Longshun and Concubine Lan hugging each other not far away.
Do not look at anything indecent.
This is especially true for the elders.
They didn't look at each other for long. After looking at each other, Lin Zhiyi quickened his pace and pushed Jingyue back to their tent.
Without Lin Zhiyi's instructions, Tang Cong and Ji Feng led their men to surround the tent from the front and back to protect it.
And they were sensible enough to keep an appropriate distance.
——They couldn’t hear the princess and her husband’s whispered conversation.
Lin Zhiyi whispered, "With the Queen making such a fuss, the Crown Prince won't be deposed, right?"
Jing Yue shook her head: "Not necessarily. They have overdrawn His Majesty's trust and patience. From now on... this will all be a hidden danger."
Lin Zhiyi sighed: "I think His Majesty has deep feelings for the Queen. When he heard that the Queen had hanged herself, he rushed here immediately without even changing his shoes."
Jing Yue glanced at her with a look of surprise on her face. "You misunderstood the emperor's deep affection. He was probably just worried about being recorded in history books as heartless. Didn't you see that he was also very affectionate towards his mother? Or perhaps he just came out of his deep affection for the empress, so it was a seamless transition."
Lin Zhiyi couldn't help but smile after hearing his analysis: "That's right. The imperial family is the most ruthless... Tsk, I'm still a little naive."
Jing Yue suddenly felt a little regretful about what she had just said.
He is also a descendant of the royal family and is interested in a high position. He may very well become an "emperor" in the future.
The imperial family is the most ruthless, and they include themselves in it.
He said, "I won't do that."
Lin Zhiyi looked at him with a smile: "Hmm?"
Jing Yue held her hand and repeated, "I won't do that—and I don't necessarily deserve to be the emperor."
Lin Zhiyi jokingly said, "Well, yes, maybe I will be the one."
Jing Yue was slightly stunned, then laughed: "Yes. You are the one destined by heaven. Kong Nian said that you are the lucky star and the destiny, so it must be you!" He was visibly happy, "That's great, if you are the one, I am very confident!"
"Are you trying to shirk responsibility?" Lin Zhiyi laughed along with him. "As a devoted beauty from another world, I'm very responsible. Don't worry, if I were in charge, I wouldn't be ruthless."
Jing Yue pulled her into his arms, imprisoned her legs with his legs, and then grabbed her lips.
Lin Zhiyi suddenly lost his balance, with one hand on the armrest of the wheelchair and the other on Jingyue's shoulder. He kissed him for a long time.
A lot has happened recently and they haven't been intimate for a long time.
Of course there was kissing, but nothing further.
Jing Yue's breath was warm and charming, and Lin Zhiyi was a little greedy.
When Jingyue paused, she turned from defense to offense and kissed him wantonly for a long time.
Jing Yue stared at her with her misty eyes, her voice low and hoarse: "If you were in charge, you wouldn't be sentimental. You're not allowed to take any Noble Lady Ye or Noble Concubine Xie... You can only have me."
Lin Zhiyi laughed. She adjusted her posture, raised her hands to cup Jingyue's cheeks, and kissed him hard. Then she smiled and said, "I just said it casually, and you accepted it, Queen? How can you be so trendy? You accept new knowledge so quickly that I thought you were from another time and space."
Jing Yue smiled and said, "Maybe... it's because I've swapped bodies and merged souls with people from different time and space. So, my soul has been cleansed, purified, and grown."
Lin Zhiyi kissed him again.
"Don't worry, we're all together, and we'll learn from each other and grow together. No matter what happens in the future, we'll face it together. It doesn't really matter whether you take the role or I take it. After all, we can switch bodies anytime we want."
"Yeah." Jing Yue smiled easily. "Now that you mention it, I suddenly feel more at ease."
Their so-called destiny kept him on edge.
Plus with so many things happening recently... he was afraid that if he took a wrong step, he would be doomed.
Fortunately, things are almost back on track.
And Pianpian will always be there.
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