A warm feeling, like a gentle spring breeze, welled up in her heart, and a soothing smile appeared on her face.
That smile was like the warmest and brightest sunshine in spring, gently yet firmly shining into everyone's hearts.
She gently shook her head at the two of them, her movements slow yet powerful, as if trying to dispel the gloom in their hearts.
At the same time, she used her affectionate and firm gaze to indicate that they did not need to worry about it, that there was nothing wrong with her body, and that everything was under control.
Then, she slowly turned her gaze to the new emperor, her originally gentle and kind expression instantly becoming solemn and dignified.
It was as if, in that instant, she had resolutely shouldered the fate and hope of the entire nation.
She bowed slightly, her posture upright yet respectful, her voice steady and powerful, like a resounding bell, slowly echoing in the imperial study.
"Your Majesty, if I could personally go and investigate, I might gain a better understanding of the true situation on the border, which could be of some small help in this matter."
If Your Majesty grants permission, I will certainly act with caution and live up to your trust.”
The new emperor's lips parted slightly, as if he were about to utter words that would determine his fate.
The Emperor Emeritus's slightly urgent yet authoritative voice boomed like thunder.
He said in a resolute tone, leaving no room for negotiation, "No."
These two short but powerful words, as if carrying immense force, echoed for a long time in the imperial study, causing the air to tremble slightly.
The sound struck everyone's heart like a heavy hammer, instantly making the atmosphere in the room even more somber.
Inside the Imperial Study, time seemed to stand still, and for a moment, a deathly silence that was almost suffocating.
Sunlight streamed through the carved window lattice, casting dappled shadows, but it couldn't dispel the chill in the oppressive atmosphere.
The air seemed to have turned into a thick, gelatinous substance, pressing heavily on everyone's hearts. It was so quiet that you could even clearly hear the rapid beating of each other's hearts.
Each sound was like a heavy hammer blow, as if it would pierce through the chest.
The retired emperor frowned slightly, a hint of annoyance flashing in his eyes.
He also realized that his firm "no" just now might have been too hasty and forceful, losing his usual composure.
However, deep in his heart, there always lingered an indescribable, persistent premonition.
This premonition, like an invisible ghost lurking in the darkness, constantly eroded his heart.
It was as if sending Qin Qianluo on this journey to the border was like pushing her into an endless abyss of darkness.
That place is filled with unknown dangers and horrors, and she may never be able to return safely.
This premonition, like a thick, impenetrable haze, weighed heavily on his heart.
It made each breath feel like a heavy burden, so suffocating that he could hardly breathe.
He dared not gamble with even the slightest bit of wishful thinking, and he absolutely dared not stand by and watch Qin Qianluo take this enormous risk of almost certain death.
For Zhaoning Kingdom, Qin Qianluo was no longer just a subject; she was the soul of Zhaoning Kingdom and a beacon of hope for countless people.
It was so important that she could not afford the slightest negligence, otherwise, the entire Zhaoning Kingdom might be plunged into utter ruin.
Su Jinyun's heart was also filled with deep reluctance and worry, like a dark cloud weighing heavily on her heart.
Time flies, and they are no longer young. The relentless passage of time is like a carving knife, quietly etching deep and shallow marks on their faces.
Every line tells a story of past vicissitudes and hardships.
As they approach the twilight of their lives, they should be enjoying the happiness of family life, but now they face such a difficult choice.
If Qin Qianluo were to encounter any misfortune, it would undoubtedly be a devastating blow to her, like the sky falling and the earth collapsing.
Her world will collapse in an instant, plunging her into endless darkness and despair.
She knew that Feng Qingyun, Long Nanzhi, Yao Guang, and others were all highly skilled in martial arts and extremely loyal.
Their loyalty to Qin Qianluo is as firm as a rock, and they will protect her at all costs.
However, even so, the unease in her heart spread like wild grass, each blade of grass tugging at her nerves and making her restless.
I have a feeling that this border incident has an indescribable eeriness and mystery, as if an invisible black hand is controlling everything behind the scenes.
It weaves a huge and dangerous web, making it unpredictable yet inspiring fear.
This unease, like a cold tide, crashed against her heart wave after wave, making her increasingly anxious.
The new emperor was also filled with immense inner turmoil and reluctance, as if countless threads were entwined within her heart, each one tugging at her emotions and reason.
She chose "Zhaoning" as the name of her state, which reflects her deep respect and unwavering trust in Qin Qianluo.
It is her highest tribute to Qin Qianluo for her years of dedication and selfless contribution to the country.
From a young age, both her father and grandfather often said to her, "With King Jinrui Zhao in power, the Ning Dynasty will surely last for thousands of years."
These words, like a brand, were deeply etched into her heart.
She understood that her father and grandfather were not blindly placing the fate of the entire nation entirely on Qin Qianluo's shoulders.
Rather, Qin Qianluo holds a special and irreplaceable significance for them.
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