The bandits within a radius of several hundred miles were wiped out, but the Crown Princess seemed to have vanished into thin air, leaving no trace whatsoever...
Time flies, and another autumn has passed in the blink of an eye.
Wan Qiyan sat on the high throne, dressed in a dragon robe and wearing a golden crown, his expression majestic and solemn.
His eyes were as deep as the sea, radiating wisdom, while his proud nose and tightly closed lips exuded unparalleled confidence.
Its noble presence made people hesitant to approach it easily. A giant dragon, its chest shrouded in clouds, looked down upon the world with bared fangs and claws. Its entire body exuded an aura of royalty, inspiring people to willingly submit.
Inside the magnificent hall, officials were dressed formally, their faces solemn and dignified. Several ministers in red robes knelt in the center of the hall, seemingly waiting for something.
Wan Qiyan spoke slowly, his tone extremely authoritative, "I have only one empress in my life, and that is Empress Xianzhen. My mind is made up, and you need not say more."
After Wanqiyan ascended to the throne, he posthumously honored Yan Zhen, the eldest daughter of the General's Mansion, as Empress Xianzhen and buried her in the imperial mausoleum.
One of the ministers kneeling in the Qi court hurriedly spoke solemnly: "A country cannot be without an heir for a single day. Your Majesty, please reconsider."
The other ministers immediately knelt down and spoke in unison, their voices deafening: "Your Majesty, please reconsider!"
Wan Qiyan closed his eyes helplessly. He had lost count of how many times he had faced this situation, but in the end, all he could do was let out a helpless sigh.
If he hadn't been the crown prince, would the outcome have been different?
In that way, he and Zhen'er would live happily ever after and stay together for life.
Maybe so! ...
"Let's adjourn the court!" He looked up at the eunuch beside him and spoke slowly, as if unwilling to face what lay below, which seemed like a den of dragons and tigers.
A eunuch's shrill voice rang out, "Court adjourned!"
"emperor……"
...
Soon.
On the imperial edict.
By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
Since ancient times, the empress has been the role model for the royal family, the mother of the nation, and the head of the inner palace. She is an important cornerstone for national stability and family harmony. During my reign, I have always felt a lack of virtuous and capable women. However, Lady Gao Rong is gentle, virtuous, elegant, and dignified... Today, I hereby issue this edict to appoint Lady Gao Rong, the daughter of Prime Minister Gao, as Empress. This is hereby announced to the world.
A general amnesty is hereby granted for three days, and all people rejoice.
...
Yiguo.
A quiet little village.
A village woman, holding her one-year-old baby, paces in front of a small house amidst the rising smoke from the chimneys of a village. Her steps, though slow, are full of strength and feminine grace.
Although she was simply dressed, her beauty, like the wisps of smoke rising from a chimney, was deeply etched in the hearts of everyone who saw her.
Her clear, unadorned face was as fresh as the morning sun, already breathtakingly beautiful, like an orchid in a secluded valley, exuding fragrance, elegant and refined.
The baby in Yan Zhen's arms had a tender and gentle face, and every inch of its skin was full of the joy and vitality of life.
Her eyes were as pure and flawless as gemstones, and her delicate, pink face was as smooth as a freshly peeled egg, making her incredibly endearing.
A moment later, Lian Zhi walked in from outside, her eyes showing a hint of worry. She pretended to be relaxed and said, "Miss, all the purses have been sold today, and we actually made six taels of silver!"
"Miss's cooking skills are getting better and better." Lian Zhi couldn't help but praise, glancing at the child in Yan Zhen's arms, "The little boy is so handsome, just as beautiful as Miss!"
"Let's go inside, Lianzhi, you must be tired after a long day." Yan Zhen smiled, her youthful naiveté long gone, and the two went inside.
The house was simple, but it was clean and tidy. Three light dishes were laid out on the table, and the two ate them leisurely.
Lian Zhi looked at her mistress now, her heart aching, but no matter what decision her mistress made, she would follow her, whether it was the last escape or anything else...
She was at a loss, unsure whether to tell Yan Zhen the news she had heard in town today, and stood there holding her bowl, completely bewildered.
"Lianzhi, what's wrong?" Yan Zhen stopped what she was doing and looked at Lianzhi with concern in her eyes.
Lian Zhi looked at Yan Zhen with difficulty, and stammered, "Miss, today I overheard some news about the Southern Kingdom on the street..."
A flicker of panic crossed Yan Zhen's eyes. Had something happened at the General's Mansion? She quickly asked, "What happened?"
"this……"
"Speak, Lian Zhi," Yan Zhen said, looking at Lian Zhi with unease.
"His Majesty has bestowed the title of Empress upon Gao Zheng's daughter, Gao Rong, Miss!"
Gao Rong? Yan Zhen gradually thought of this woman. They had clashed repeatedly in the past; she had even pushed Gao Rong into a pond when they were children. Luckily, Yan Zhen was rescued, otherwise…
Gao Rong liked Wan Qiyan, she knew that, and now it could be considered that the lovers had finally become a couple...
A nation cannot be without an heir for even a day. After persisting for a year, he ultimately...
This is how it should be.
A bitter feeling welled up inside him, and his body trembled slightly uncontrollably, unnoticed by anyone.
"Miss~" Lian Zhi called softly, looking at the motionless Yan Zhen, feeling a little worried.
Yan Zhen immediately concealed the pain in her heart and said nonchalantly, "Let's eat! The food is getting cold."
Just then, the little one on the bed started crying. Lian Zhi quickly tried to stand up, but Yan Zhen stopped her, saying, "You eat! I'll go see if You'er is hungry."
“Yes, Miss.” Lian Zhi nodded and continued eating, while Yan Zhen got up and walked towards the room…
One day, at midnight.
"Murder! Bandits have killed someone..."
Run!
A desperate scream came from not far away. Lian Zhi rushed in from outside, crying out in terror, "Miss, bandits have entered the village! Let's run!"
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