Chapter 2199: Fighting for Favor
This was probably the most beautiful picture she could imagine.
Although, there was still the smell of blood in the air.
Even, there are still some unresolved issues in his and her hearts.
But this is the life that he and she are accustomed to and will have to face throughout their lives.
As if sensing the relief and satisfaction in her eyes, Zhu Feng also looked at the lovely children in his arms and said with a smile, "Now, I truly have both a son and a daughter!"
“…”
As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the originally quiet Yikun Palace suddenly became heavy.
Nan Yan was about to fall asleep, but at this moment, she was slightly alert.
She immediately looked up at Zhu Chengxuan, who had just entered the Yiku Palace and had been guarding her bedside. Since the emperor came in, she had obediently retreated behind him.
He remained silent, as if he were an outsider.
At this moment, Zhu Feng's words made his thin body sway slightly.
Nan Yan said, "By the way, Your Majesty, what happened tonight is all thanks to King Wei."
“…”
Zhu Feng's breathing also became heavy.
Just after he finished saying that, he seemed to feel something himself. Hearing Nan Yan's words, he turned around and saw King Wei Zhu Chengxuan covered in blood, with wounds on his hands and legs that had not been bandaged in time, and blood dripping down the corners of his clothes.
Just now, when he saw that group of young people outside, he understood.
However, I actually saw my son standing here, covered in wounds.
He was still somewhat shaken in his heart.
He looked him up and down and asked, "Did you bring anyone here?"
Zhu Chengxuan knelt down hurriedly and said, "Yes."
“…”
"Concubine Hui wanted someone to control the harem, and she sent people to my Chengqian Palace. But I was worried about the situation outside, so I broke out with them."
Nan Yan hurriedly said, "If they hadn't reached the outside of Yikun Palace, I'm afraid they wouldn't have been able to hold on until that time."
Zhu Feng glanced at him.
After a while, he nodded.
"You are a good one."
“……!”
Zhu Chengxuan's breath was caught in his throat.
You know, from childhood to adulthood, he has hardly ever heard a word of praise from his father, not even a simple acknowledgement, but today, he said that he is "good"!
He was kneeling on the ground, his body trembling.
When Nan Yan heard this, she immediately laughed.
Said: "Did King Wei hear that? The emperor praised you."
“…”
"It seems that your hard work these days has not been in vain."
“…”
"I must work harder in the future."
Zhu Chengxuan lowered his head and said softly, "Yes, I will follow the instructions of my father and the Royal Concubine."
Zhu Feng nodded and said, "Can you still bear the injuries on your body?"
Zhu Chengxuan said, "It's just some superficial injuries. Thank you for your concern, Father."
Zhu Feng said: "If it's okay, come and hug your brother."
“…”
Hearing this, Nan Yan and Zhu Chengxuan were stunned.
If for no other reason, Zhu Chengxuan was covered in blood, and holding a newborn baby like this, although Nan Yan wouldn't mind, it still felt a bit weird.
Zhu Chengxuan also said: "My son is covered in dirt. I'm afraid it's not appropriate for me to hold my younger brother."
Zhu Feng said, "No problem."
“…”
"As my son, you should be used to these things."
“…”
"Don't think you were born into a royal family and entered the imperial household just to enjoy a life of luxury. The people of the world provide you with a life of luxury so that they can rely on you in this critical moment."
“…”
"Otherwise, you are not worthy of being a prince, let alone a life of wealth and luxury."
After hearing this, Nan Yan said nothing more.
Isn’t it?
The price of a rich life is a heavier responsibility than that of ordinary people. Being born as a prince, or being a member of the royal family, one cannot just look at the wealth in front of him and enjoy others' kneeling.
When it is time to take responsibility, be responsible.
This is the true pride of heaven.
Seeing Zhu Chengxuan looking at her hesitantly, Nan Yan smiled and said, "King Wei, please hug him."
“…”
"You are a good brother. Without you, he wouldn't have been able to be born smoothly. If you two brothers get along well, it will be a blessing for the Great Yan Dynasty in the future."
Zhu Chengxuan nodded and wiped his clothes twice with his hand.
Then he carefully took the swaddling clothes from his father's hands.
Little Chengjun, who had just been crying with his mouth wide open, seemed to feel something at this moment. After being jolted around a bit, he burped.
Then, I stopped crying.
He just smacked his lips and fell asleep.
Zhu Chengxuan laughed immediately.
Upon seeing this, Xinping immediately stretched out her arms towards her brother: "Brother, Xinping wants one too, hug me!"
Zhu Feng couldn't help laughing.
This girl, I never thought she was so clingy and fussy before, but now, she competes for her brother's favor with everyone she meets.
He said, "Don't make trouble. I'm injured and can't carry you."
Xinping pouted, broke free from his arms, ran over, grabbed Zhu Chengxuan's thigh, and then laughed.
Zhu Chengxuan also laughed.
Nan Yan sat at the head of the bed, laughing so hard that she was almost out of breath. It was only then that Zhu Feng freed his hands.
He pulled the quilt on the bed upwards for her.
"Does it still hurt?"
Nan Yan shook her head.
Zhu Feng reached out and gently touched her cheek. Even though they hadn't seen each other for only half a day, he felt that she had lost a lot of weight and looked much more haggard.
Said: "I'm sorry to make you suffer."
Nan Yan shook her head again.
She raised her head and looked at him, then asked softly, "Your Majesty, how is the matter with the Great Altar going?"
Zhu Feng said: "The others have been executed, but Wu Yingqiu——"
"how?"
"He ran away."
"Run away?"
Nan Yan frowned and murmured, "How is that possible?"
You know, Zhu Feng has been preparing for this matter for so long, and he kept it so secret. In order to do things secretly and properly, he didn't even tell the cabinet chief ministers like He Yi and Ye Zheng and his own close confidants.
The purpose is to make the other party relax their vigilance and take them down in one fell swoop.
But since everyone else was executed, why did the Duke run away?
She was puzzled.
Zhu Feng's eyes were much deeper than when he first came in.
Said: "There was a little accident."
"What accident?"
"Someone rescued him."
"What?"
Nan Yan opened her eyes wide, looking stunned.
Someone actually rescued Wu Yingqiu at the grand altar?
How is this possible?
Zhu Feng seemed very calm. Not only was he not angry, he didn't even show any emotional fluctuations. His eyes were just frighteningly gloomy.
But when he spoke, his voice was still very soft.
"Okay, don't ask too much about these things. Right now you should rest and take care of your health."
"I understand."
Having said this, Zhu Feng raised his head and looked at the mess outside.
Said: "By the way, when did they come here?"
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