But in the end, he compromised.
Sheng Changfeng understood that the Emperor was saying this because he wanted him to have a breath left, so that even if he died, he would die in the capital.
emperor……
Regardless of what happened before, at this moment, I absolutely feel a fatherly love for him.
Sheng Changfeng knew in his heart that his father and mother had saved his life, and even if it meant taking his life, he should not utter a single complaint.
Although they have gradually drifted apart now that he has grown up, at this moment, his father's feelings for him are still genuine.
So he not only accepted the emperor's decree, but also submitted the memorial he had prepared the night before, which contained...
I have my own prepared divorce agreement!
He felt he had a very high chance of not dying, but... what if he did? He should still submit the divorce papers first.
He had already prepared a way out for Xi'er in advance.
Whether he comes back or not, he hopes she will be better off; that is his lifelong wish.
As Sheng Changfeng thought this, his gaze toward the woman became even more intimate and gentle, and a faint smile slowly appeared on his lips.
Especially now, seeing the worry between Liu Lingxi's brows gradually fade away, he also felt a sense of peace in his heart.
However, Sheng Changfeng wouldn't say these things now to spoil Xi'er's mood.
He simply watched the woman stop crying and start laughing, as if she were happy for him, and he felt happy for her too.
Rejoice in what you rejoice in, and grieve in what you grieve in.
"Well, I told you it was good news, now you can finally rest assured."
As Sheng Changfeng spoke, his large hand gently stroked Liu Lingxi's lower abdomen, and his gaze softened.
He was more worried about the person in his arms than about himself.
The harem had been relatively peaceful lately, but... as the due date drew closer, he became increasingly worried.
If the Empress is released, or if she instigates other concubines to take action, Xi'er—
Thinking of this, Sheng Changfeng lowered his eyes and gently placed a kiss on the woman's abdomen.
Then, under the woman's surprised gaze, he nodded somewhat shyly and spoke softly.
"But this time, I don't know when I will be able to return. I'm afraid that by the time I come back, our child will have already been born."
"It is my fault that I cannot stay by your side. When I return, you can deal with me as you see fit. Don't be afraid during this time, Xi'er."
As the prince spoke, his voice grew increasingly muffled, filled with deep reluctance, and even carrying a hint of... coquettishness.
"I know that you are going to Jiangnan for the sake of the country and its people, so how could I stop you?"
The woman reached out and cupped the man's handsome face in her hands, her small hands as white as jade.
Her slender fingers touched Sheng Changfeng's skin, and at that moment, he felt a sense of desecration towards her.
Sheng Changfeng stood there like a statue, staring blankly at the woman, a hint of a smile and a trace of expectation flashing in his eyes.
He stared intently at Liu Lingxi, at her small face, anticipating her every move.
Liu Lingxi's lips curved into a smile, and her eyes and brows softened. Her beautiful face was always beaming with smiles.
However, there was a hint of worry mixed in that genuine smile, and her eyes were full of reluctance and concern for the Crown Prince.
The woman spoke her mind without any pretense, and of course, this hint of worry was even more endearing.
"Your Highness, please be extremely careful on this trip. Please take good care of yourself and prepare plenty of medicine for colds."
The Crown Prince never expected that his Crown Princess could be so considerate.
After all, the two weren't very familiar with each other before.
Later on, he was the one who kept giving, and he felt indebted to himself for a long time, so he couldn't help but give more.
Unexpectedly, Xi'er was also deeply in love with him and was always paying attention to him.
Suddenly, the prince felt his heart race, as if he had been struck by something.
How wonderful! How can I possibly repay someone like her?
The Crown Prince could tell that yesterday's dream had terrified his Crown Princess, leaving her still shaken.
He would be careful then; with such a wonderful wife and children, how could he bear to die out there?
"Don't worry, Xi'er, I will be careful in everything. Don't worry about me. You are pregnant now, so you should take good care of yourself and not fall into the trap of villains."
Although the Crown Prince did not say it explicitly, they both knew perfectly well that the only person who could take action against the Crown Princess was the Empress, who was deep within the palace.
Right now, their Crown Princess is at her most critical and vulnerable moment, and she simply cannot withstand even the slightest attack from the other side.
Liu Lingxi clearly understood the implications, so instead of arguing back, she obediently nodded.
"I will be careful."
"Yes, Father... Although Father's intentions are not pure, he still cares about you. If you need anything, go to him. Don't pretend to be something you're not because you're afraid or want to avoid suspicion."
If we were to say who the Crown Prince fears most right now, it would undoubtedly be his father, Emperor Sheng Jin.
But at this crucial moment, he also knew that only his own father, the emperor, was truly reliable.
In the face of life, nothing else matters. As long as Xi'er is alive, that's all that matters. That's why he made this request.
"Yes, Your Highness, don't worry."
Liu Lingxi clearly knew that although the emperor's intentions towards her were not pure, he was also the only one in the harem who could protect her.
Faced with life and death, everything else is trivial; she will hold on.
"Have you eaten yet? I haven't eaten yet. Would you like to have some with me?"
"good."
The two walked hand in hand, the sunlight streaming down, looking like a divine couple, inspiring envy in all who saw them.
In the following days, knowing that the Crown Prince was going on a trip, Liu Lingxi became unusually clingy.
For example, after the morning court session, when the Crown Prince returned to his palace, he would always see his wife, looking refreshed, waiting for him to have dinner together.
In the past, at this time, the Crown Princess would not have gotten up yet, but recently, he has seen her waiting for him.
He said it several times, but Xi'er just waited for him, so Sheng Changfeng eventually gave up lecturing her.
However, every day after lunch, he would hold Xi'er and take a short nap, which would also relieve Xi'er's fatigue.
besides……
Except when he was holding daily meetings, Xi'er followed him closely, like a clingy cat.
Whenever he recalls that scene, Sheng Changfeng feels incredibly comforted. His Xi'er is the best person in the world.
He also wished that time could be extended indefinitely, so that Xi'er could cling to him more.
Xi'er couldn't bear to part with him, but how could he bear to part with Xi'er?
At this moment, Sheng Changfeng held his beloved daughter in his arms, looking at her sleeping peacefully, and a smile appeared on his lips.
But no matter how clingy you are, time still passes quickly.
On this day, all the officials saw him off—
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