At the same time, the Emperor also hoped to use this opportunity to send a message of unity to everyone in the court, so that everyone would understand.
Regardless of their background, anyone who cares about the country can contribute to the prosperity of the empire.
If it weren't for the Empress's gentle yet wise words of reminder at that critical moment,
Ning Chenyi is probably already sinking deeper and deeper into the quagmire of jealousy and prejudice, gradually deviating from the right path and falling into an abyss of no return.
Ultimately, he is very likely to become a sinner who misled the country and its people, and is condemned for all time, plunging the country into turmoil, displacing its people, and subjecting them to endless suffering.
The mere thought of such dire consequences sent chills down Ning Chenyi's spine.
Thinking of this, Ning Chenyi's lips unconsciously curled up slightly, a relieved and slightly self-deprecating smile slowly blooming on his originally solemn face.
That smile contained a profound reflection on his past narrow-mindedness, as if he were saying goodbye to his past self who was blinded by jealousy.
Furthermore, the sense of relief and open-mindedness that comes from letting go of obsessions is like sunlight breaking through the clouds, dispelling the long-standing gloom in one's heart.
When he finally made up his mind to completely let go of the jealousy that had been entangled in his heart for so long and followed him like a shadow.
He felt as if an incredibly heavy shackle had been removed from his body, one that had been pressing down on him so hard he could hardly breathe.
Every inch of skin felt as refreshed as if it had been parched by rain; every cell seemed to be reborn and full of vitality.
I felt much lighter, as if I were as light as a swallow, and even my breathing became exceptionally smooth.
The fresh air is invigorating, as if you were in a vibrant garden under the warm spring sun, feeling comfortable and at ease.
Eunuch Li stood quietly to the side, like a statue, his keen eyes always watching the emperor's every move, not daring to be the slightest bit negligent or careless.
The emperor's expression shifted constantly, like the changing winds and clouds, sometimes his brows furrowed, lost in deep thought, as if he were struggling with inner turmoil.
Every now and then his eyes would light up, revealing a look of sudden realization, as if he had found light in the darkness.
At other times, he would show a relieved expression, with the corners of his mouth slightly upturned, a sign of ease and composure after letting go of a heavy burden.
Eunuch Li's heart rose and fell with the Emperor's expression, hovering in his throat as if held tightly by an invisible thread.
As someone who served the Emperor closely day and night, Eunuch Li knew His Majesty's thoughts perfectly, as if he knew the lines on his own palm.
He understood that the Emperor's previous unfounded suspicion and distrust of Prince Jinrui Zhao, Qin Qianluo, stemmed from a secret and unspeakable jealousy deep within his heart.
That jealousy, like a venomous snake lurking in a dark corner, would occasionally peek out and erode the emperor's reason.
Qin Qianluo, on the other hand, devoted herself wholeheartedly to the country and its people from beginning to end, like a tireless guardian.
She worked diligently and tirelessly, whether delivering impassioned speeches in the imperial court or making incognito visits to the common people; everything she did was for the prosperity of the country and the well-being of the people.
She never overstepped her bounds in any way, and all her actions stemmed from a sincere heart for the country and its people.
They are utterly innocent and should not be subjected to such unfounded suspicion and defensiveness.
It is truly the best thing that His Majesty has figured all this out. Eunuch Li felt gratified from the bottom of his heart, as if a huge weight had finally been lifted from his heart.
Thinking this, Eunuch Li subtly and slowly put the jade pendant he was tightly holding into his sleeve.
This seemingly ordinary jade pendant actually holds a hidden secret and is of extraordinary significance.
Its smooth texture shimmered softly in the candlelight, yet beneath that light lay a power capable of stirring up storms.
If Ning Chenyi were to glance at it now, he would immediately recognize that it was not an ordinary ornament, but a token that could mobilize the entire Imperial Guard.
Throughout the entire empire, there were only three such crucial tokens, symbols of supreme power.
One piece, always firmly held in the hands of the retired emperor, was a symbol that even in his advanced age, he still maintained control over the empire's situation.
With this token, the retired emperor acted like a pillar of stability behind the scenes, silently protecting the peace and stability of the empire.
One piece was kept personally by Emperor Ning Chenyi, demonstrating his direct control over the empire's military power as the ruler of the country.
It was an important guarantee for him to maintain national order and resist foreign invasion.
The other piece, Ning Chenyi had always taken for granted, was in the hands of Qin Qianluo or Mu Yunxi.
But he never dreamed that it would end up in the hands of his most trusted personal eunuch, Eunuch Li.
The token tightly held in Eunuch Li's hand actually concealed the Emperor Emeritus's profound and meticulous plan, carrying an extremely important mission.
It was before the Emperor Emeritus was preparing for his tour. There were many things going on inside and outside the court, but the Emperor Emeritus took time out of his busy schedule to personally choose a quiet and solemn moment.
He summoned Eunuch Li to the Imperial Study alone. At that time, the Imperial Study was quiet and silent, with only the fragrance of sandalwood wafting around the two of them.
The Emperor Emeritus's gaze was deep and solemn. He slowly took out the jade pendant from his sleeve and handed it to Eunuch Li, the gesture seemingly carrying a tremendous weight.
The Emperor Emeritus solemnly and earnestly instructed Eunuch Li that this token, though seemingly ordinary, was of extraordinary significance.
It was given a unique mission—only when Ning Chenyi was completely blinded by jealousy and suspicion.
Only when an extreme thought arises that is detrimental to Qin Qianluo, and one attempts to put it into action, can Eunuch Li use this token to mobilize the Imperial Guards.
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