Chapter 340: Sadistic Love (Forty-Five) Last day to ask for monthly votes
It seemed as if Emperor Qing realized for the first time that his favorite concubine was actually a lovesick woman.
Is this a true confession or just acting? Emperor Qing was confused.
Concubine Dong was still speaking crazily: "Even if we don't mention love, your Majesty is very good to me!"
"If it weren't for Your Majesty, I would now be just the wife of a fifth-rank official in the capital."
"Forget about the glory and wealth. I am not even qualified to attend any of the better banquets in the capital!"
"Although I have suffered some grievances in the palace, I am still the high and mighty Imperial Concubine!"
"When the ladies in the capital see me, no matter how much they curse or despise me in their hearts, they must bow obediently!"
"Even Princess Ruyang, haha, she hates me so much, isn't it because I went from being a study partner to a concubine that she has to be polite to?
"Also, my maternal family was originally just an ordinary farming family. My father studied and gained fame, but he was just a minor official."
"But now——"
When Concubine Dong said this, she was in high spirits, and her eyes were full of pride and satisfaction.
"Your Majesty has conferred upon my father the title of Earl of Jingning, and my nephews have also found a promising future."
Concubine Dong grabbed Emperor Qing's hand and said sincerely, "These are all given to me by your majesty!"
"Your Majesty has been so kind to me, how can I not be grateful!"
"By the way, Your Majesty mentioned Dong Lang just now! If it weren't for Your Majesty, how could I have given birth to such a good son like Dong Lang!"
Concubine Dong smiled softly, her smile relaxed and satisfied, "Your Majesty, it is a great blessing for me to meet you."
"I know that, given my status, I am not qualified to die with you."
"But, I still want to live and die with you!"
She gently stroked Emperor Qing's cheek, which was sunken due to illness, and said with great emotion, "Your Majesty, please take good care of yourself and don't say those unlucky words."
Emperor Qing: ...
Rather than saying that he was moved by Concubine Dong's confession, it would be better to say that he felt that Concubine Dong's words made a lot of sense.
Yes, I did use Concubine Dong as a target to fight against the daughter of the Yuan family.
However, I also gave Concubine Dong the supreme honor.
It was because of me that her family jumped from the lower class to the powerful class.
Emperor Qing felt that although he did not love Concubine Dong as "deeply" as he claimed, he did not treat her badly.
Concubine Dong was willing to live and die with him out of gratitude and love, which was also reasonable and justifiable!
After some thought, Emperor Qing couldn't help but lower his guard against Concubine Dong.
Afterwards, Emperor Qing ordered another investigation—
First, Concubine Dong did ask the imperial physician for poisoned wine in advance, and it was a highly toxic kind that could kill people instantly after drinking it.
Second, Concubine Dong did not secretly send anyone to deliver a letter to the Ninth Prince, nor did she take the opportunity to contact the several generals who were accompanying him.
She would stay quietly in the tent, either taking care of her health or serving the emperor.
Alas, Jiaojiao, you are just a silly woman who only cares about herself! Emperor Qing's condition worsened, and he vomited blood and fell into a coma.
In the chaos, Concubine Dong saw that Emperor Qing was not doing well and actually wanted to take poison.
Fortunately, Emperor Qing had made arrangements in advance and let his trusted eunuch take it away in time.
However, after this incident, Emperor Qing completely believed that Concubine Dong was willing to die with him.
"...Jiaojiao, you can't die! My kingdom and my career still need someone to inherit them!"
"Dong Lang is very good. He has soldiers and the support of the Huo family. Even if he ascends the throne at a young age, he will be able to stabilize the court the fastest!"
"You must live well and help me look after Dong Lang!"
Emperor Qing's words revealed his intention to entrust the country to him.
He also painted a picture for Concubine Dong that she would soon be able to touch.
Queen Mother!
A queen mother who can also rule as regent! This is definitely the position that all the women in the harem want the most.
"Okay! I'll look after Dong Lang! I'll be the queen mother!"
This time, Concubine Dong did not refuse, but instead continued with what Emperor Qing said.
However, her tone was very casual, as if she was coaxing a child.
"Your Majesty, please take your medicine quickly! As long as you take good care of yourself, I will agree to anything you ask for!"
Emperor Qing: ...
Could it be that this woman wanted to be buried alive with him? Emperors were such strange creatures.
If Concubine Dong refused sternly and repeatedly emphasized that she wanted to die with him, Emperor Qing would become suspicious.
When acting, it is taboo to overdo it.
The biggest fear when establishing a character is to go too far.
But Concubine Dong did not refuse, but agreed without hesitation.
She also took the initiative to say "be the queen mother".
The last trace of doubt in Emperor Qing's heart completely disappeared: Dong was indeed a good woman with a true nature!
Even so, it is appropriate to entrust the country to her.
Because she loves him, he is the only one in her heart.
She was able to carry out his orders 100%.
Unlike Empress Dowager Yuan and Empress Yuan.
Yes, Empress Dowager Yuan did favor her son Emperor Qing.
But this was when Emperor Qing was alive. If Emperor Qing died, Empress Dowager Yuan would still be wavering between the Yu Dynasty and the Qing Dynasty.
Emperor Qing's ambition is to unify the world!
So what if Yu Chao is his in-laws?
He will kill anyone who stands in the way of his great cause!
However, if Emperor Qing died, and Empress Dowager Yuan, Empress Yuan and others took the opportunity to ascend to the throne, it is possible that the confrontation between the Yu Dynasty and the Qing Dynasty would continue!
Absolutely not!
While Emperor Qing was still able to speak, he called over several important court officials who were accompanying him.
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
He appointed the crown prince and left a will to restrain the daughter of Yuan clan...
With his last breath, Emperor Qing arranged everything he could think of.
Then, he took Concubine Dong's hand and forced her to swear: Not to commit suicide! To live as the Queen Mother and suppress the Yuan family women in the palace!
Concubine Dong: ...Hey! It's done! She originally thought that she would have to take poison again.
I didn't expect that Emperor Qing would believe me so quickly.
Well, try not to drink the poisonous wine if you can.
Since her son gave her a magical pill, she has had a physical condition that is "immune to all poisons."
However, poison wine is different from the medicine we drink every day.
Concubine Dong would rather live to see her son rule the country.
“…Your Majesty! I, I—”
Kneeling in front of the bed, Concubine Dong tightly grasped the small medicine bottle.
She was in a dilemma and she had no will to live at all.
"Cough! Cough cough~~"
Emperor Qing spat out another mouthful of blood, and his pupils began to dilate.
He used up his last bit of strength and shouted, "Live! Unify the world!"
"...Woo woo, I will listen to you! Dong Lang will also remember your last wish!"
Emperor Qing then let go of his hand and passed away.
All the court officials kneeling behind Concubine Dong fell to the ground and cried.
Concubine Dong fainted immediately.
After waking up, she acted like a miserable woman who said, "I don't believe that His Majesty will not leave me."
When the court officials saw this love-brained man, they all breathed a sigh of relief.
The Qing Dynasty is safe from the Lu family! The court officials began to suggest withdrawing the troops and escorting the coffin of Emperor Qing back to the capital.
Concubine Dong supported her sick body and cried, "No! Your Majesty is determined to unify the world!"
"Now that the southern expedition is going smoothly and Feng Dynasty is within our grasp, how can we give up so easily?"
The court officials tried to reason with Concubine Dong.
But then they found that Concubine Dong, who only had her husband in her mind, couldn't make sense at all.
Love-brained! Damn it! Unfortunately, the court officials had no way to deal with a love-brained person like Concubine Dong.
She was the empress dowager appointed by the late emperor, and her son was about to become the new emperor.
She has the imperial seal and the will in her hand! The key is that she can cry a lot.
It's not the kind of arrogant and aggressive type, but the kind that makes you faint from crying at the slightest provocation.
It was the first time for the courtiers to encounter such a magical woman. They were all in disarray.
We seem to be the villains who oppress orphans and widows.
It is obvious that they are doing this for the celebration of the dynasty and for the stability of the world.
How, how did he become a bad guy with such heinous crimes?
Of course, not all courtiers supported retreat.
The news of Emperor Qing's death did not spread. Not only the ordinary soldiers, but even the middle and high-ranking generals who were charging at the river bank were unaware of it.
They were fighting desperately and were about to cross the river successfully.
If such a fierce attack is interrupted suddenly, it will not only affect oneself, but also give Feng Chao the opportunity to counterattack.
In war, what matters is momentum.
Once the morale is weakened and the army is in chaos, it will be difficult for the Qing Dynasty army to leave smoothly.
If things go wrong, the cities of Feng Dynasty that were previously annexed will be taken back by Feng Dynasty.
The good situation was ruined in an instant!
The generals tried their best to say that with just three to five days, the army would be able to cross the river.
In another half month, they will be able to capture the capital of Feng Dynasty.
Court officials: ...No choice, just wait! Half a month later, before the capital was captured, Gu Qingcheng led 30,000 cavalry and rushed to the riverside.
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