The atmosphere gradually froze.
No one spoke, no one let go.
After an unknown amount of time, Jiang Ting vaguely heard Jiang Tian sigh: "Your body hasn't fully recovered yet..."
Upon hearing these words, Jiang Ting's mind exploded with excitement.
"I'm almost fully recovered," he said, suppressing his emotions.
Jiang Tian didn't say anything more; instead, she grasped Jiang Ting's hand.
That night, the two slept together.
Jiang Ting didn't do anything, he just held Jiang Tian's hand tightly and wouldn't let go, even when her hand was sweaty.
After some time, Jiang Ting dealt with all the people who had been causing trouble in the shadows.
Jiang Run rightfully became the heir to the throne.
More than ten years later, she rightfully ascended the throne again.
Jiang Ting chose to abdicate while he was still young, but Jiang Run maintained a tight grip on the government.
She was indeed a woman of extraordinary talent. Many of her ministers who initially looked down on her eventually submitted to her and became her tools.
"Father, Mother, why are you leaving now?"
Jiang Ting looked at his grown-up daughter, his eyes filled with laughter.
Although he only had one daughter, his daughters were worth more than a million.
“Your father’s health has been deteriorating since the assassination attempt. We need to find a beautiful place to recuperate.”
Jiang Tian said without blushing or skipping a beat.
Jiang Run looked at his father, who was still young and strong, and was speechless.
"Alright, it's me who wants your mother to stay with you and see more of the world. If you spend your whole life in the palace, my perspective is even less than yours."
Jiang Run felt that her father was lying.
Her father had also experienced a lot when he was young.
However, since the two were leaving, she still sincerely wished them well.
The capital city was rife with intrigue and deceit, and there were no victors.
Jiang Run has an extraordinary passion for power, so she is willing to stay here, but since her parents clearly have better plans, she certainly won't stand in their way.
In the end, she said nothing and watched the couple get into the carriage and slowly leave the city gate.
Jiang Run's eyes held a sense of guilt.
When she was little, she didn't really know why her mother was unwilling to go to the capital or the palace.
Later, she gradually realized that her mother did not love her father—her mother had once deeply loved someone.
But because of her birth, her mother chose to compromise.
When Jiang Run first learned about this, she suddenly felt a sense of self-loathing.
Jiang Tian noticed her daughter's unusual behavior in time and had a heart-to-heart talk with her.
She told Jiang Run that when she was born, Jiang Tian was already prepared to take on the responsibilities of a mother.
She chose to give birth to her after careful consideration.
Jiang Tian's educational philosophy is quite common; she strives to give her child the best without losing herself in the process.
Jiang Run showed exceptional talent at a very young age, and Jiang Tian would never confine her to the home and prevent her from seeing the wider world.
Since Jiang Run wants the throne, and her father happens to have one, why doesn't Jiang Tian, as her mother, give her her full support?
Before giving birth to her, she had already considered what she would have to give up for the child.
Jiang Ting is not an unjust person.
If he wasn't good, Jiang Tian would never have anything to do with him again.
“Over the years, I’ve slowly come out of this, and you’ve grown up too. I should look at reality and the people around me. Your father wasn’t the traditional husband in other people’s eyes, but he did at least what many men didn’t. I did make some compromises for you, but those compromises didn’t make me lose myself.”
Jiang Tian's gaze was distant: "That's the throne. Countless people have risked their lives for it. Jiang Run, now that you've obtained it, you must prove that it's worth it."
Jiang Tian was telling the truth about her daughter.
If she only needed to give up a portion of her freedom to ensure her daughter's rise to power, the throne, and even the willingness of countless people to give their lives for her, then her sacrifice would indeed be worthwhile.
Jiang Tian compromised to some extent, and Jiang Ting also compromised to some extent.
For many years, Jiang Tian has never left the palace.
She accompanied Jiang Ting through many dangerous moments, letting him know that someone was by his side.
Because of the small favor Jiang Tian showed him, Jiang Ting fought even harder for his daughter.
To be honest, if it weren't for Jiang Tian, Jiang Ting wouldn't have chosen Jiang Run to ascend the throne, and none of the subsequent events would have happened.
After creating a golden age, Jiang Ting chose to abdicate early, which was also a kind of compromise.
He couldn't keep Jiang Tian confined in the Forbidden City forever.
This result was acceptable to both parties.
The carriage disappeared from her sight, and Jiang Run withdrew her gaze.
Guilt has evolved into another kind of spiritual strength.
She will surely create an even better era and live up to her father's reputation!
Jiang Ting, on the other hand, completely relaxed and became a couple with Jiang Tian without ever having a wedding ceremony.
“You once told me that I am the ruler of the world, and that our statuses are not equal, so talking about love is ridiculous. Now I am just an ordinary citizen, and we can finally speak on the same level. I hope you can fall in love with me as much as possible.”
After a day of lovemaking, Jiang Ting said to Jiang Tian.
He did not give up that part of his ambition.
Regardless, he always hoped that Jiang Tian would fall in love with him.
After all, he gave her a deep love, and such love would crave reciprocation.
Jiang Ting knew that if he didn't state his request, he might never have the chance again.
Jiang Tian looked at him, smiled faintly, and finally agreed: "Okay."
Later, Yuwen Zhuo also relinquished his position as general.
He gave the position to someone more capable.
He didn't join the couple in their fun anymore, but instead became a leisurely old man on the border.
Yuwen Zhuo never married, but his outstanding military achievements are more meaningful than marrying and having children, becoming a forgotten minister in history.
In fact, Yuwen Zhuo realized long ago that he had never been able to win Jiang Tian's heart from the very beginning.
Jiang Tian has always been very clear about her love and lack thereof. If she has no feelings for Jiang Ting at all, then Jiang Ting should be in the same situation as her.
But Jiang Tian hesitated for a long time about his matter.
The fact that a decisive person hesitates for another man is itself unusual.
Jiang Ting is meticulous and perceptive, and Jiang Tian also needs someone who understands her wholeheartedly.
As for Yuwen Zhuo... if it's not suitable, it's not suitable, and he's come to terms with it.
He sincerely wished Jiang Tian and Jiang Ting well.
As the two were nearing the end of their lives, Jiang Tian, on her deathbed, finally revealed her true feelings.
She said, "In my life, I have loved two people. One saved me from dire straits; the other gave me peace for the rest of my life... They are both people I love..."
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