Chapter 701: Witnessing the Restart of a Country
Gu Yanchen didn't take it seriously at first, but when he saw the densely packed marks and routes on the paper, his pupils suddenly contracted.
"This...this is...Blue Rain's defense map?" He took the map in one hand, his fingers trembling slightly with excitement.
“Isn’t this thing held by He Qingqing?
How could...”
"Then you can guess how it got into my hands..." Ran Qingxuan tilted his head, with a cunning light in his eyes.
Gu Yanchen quickly flipped through the drawings, noticing the subtle differences in the ink at the corners, as well as the paper that she had never seen before in her space, and he instantly understood.
"Is this... a copy? But why doesn't it look like handwriting?"
"Of course it's not written. I copied it while Qingqing was sleeping." Ran Qingxuan admitted softly, his fingertips unconsciously twisting his belt.
"I used the copy machine in the space... Never mind. You won't understand even if I tell you. Anyway, it's fine as long as you get what you want."
Gu Yanchen held the drawing tightly in his hand, his eyes shining brightly.
"With this map in hand, even if Blue Rain turns against Northern Qi and does something inappropriate, or has any evil intentions, we won't be in a passive position!"
"Madam is really..." Gu Yanchen was so excited that he didn't know how to thank Ran Qingxuan...
But before he could finish his words, he discovered that there was no joy in Ran Qingxuan's eyes, but instead a layer of worry.
"What's wrong?" Gu Yanchen held her hand and asked worriedly.
Ran Qingxuan pulled his hand back and looked out the window: "I was wondering...what's the difference between what we do and what Balanch and his ilk do?"
Her voice gradually lowered: "Mr. He treated us sincerely and didn't have any extra thoughts, but we..."
"Madam, there is no need to worry too much." Gu Yanchen put the drawings in his arms and said softly.
"Northern Qi and Blue Rain will never come to blows. After all, the situation on both sides is not very good, and this map is only in hand just in case.
If the two countries were to maintain a permanent alliance, how could I possibly hand this map over to the Emperor of Northern Qi! ”
Ran Qingxuan was silent for a long time, and suddenly smiled bitterly: "Husband, do you know why I want to copy this picture?"
She continued without waiting for an answer: "That day in the imperial mausoleum, looking at the remains of Emperor Gaozu, I suddenly felt scared..."
Ran Qingxuan's voice trembled slightly: "I'm afraid that one day, the He family will become like He Chengxuan.
Power can corrupt people's hearts. Today's kindness may become a knife stabbing us tomorrow. ”
Gu Yanchen's expression was stern, and he took his wife into his arms and comforted her softly: "No."
He rested his chin on the top of her head, and said in a low and firm voice: "He Fanxiong is not that kind of person, even if that day really comes..."
"Even if that day really comes, it is a matter between two countries and has nothing to do with our Gu family..."
Gu Yanchen was stunned for a moment, then suddenly burst into laughter: "Yes, we should just ignore things that do not concern us. We shouldn't dwell on these things too much!"
"I hope so!" she murmured to herself, closing her eyes as she couldn't resist the sleepiness that was coming over her.
Two days later, the bells of the prince's enthronement ceremony resounded through the sky, and the entire Blue Rain Palace was covered in red and decorated with colorful decorations.
He Qingtuo was wearing an apricot-yellow dragon robe and a seven-tassel crown on his head. He stepped up the white marble steps step by step under the gaze of all the officials.
The sunlight shone on his still young face, reflecting a pair of unusually calm eyes.
Ran Qingxuan stood on the viewing platform, his fingertips lightly resting on his bulging belly. He looked at the child who was once dying and now looked so majestic and imposing. Suddenly, his nose felt sore.
"What's wrong?" Gu Yanchen reached out and gently held her hand under the cover of his wide sleeves.
"It's nothing, I just thought about the day when he was bleeding from all seven orifices..." Ran Qingxuan whispered with emotion in his voice.
“It’s great to be here now.”
Amid the sound of cannon salutes, He Qingtuo took the imperial seal and turned to face the ministers.
His gaze passed through the crowd of people and accurately found Ran Qingxuan and his group on the viewing platform. He suddenly smiled, and that smile finally had some of the innocence of a child.
After the grand ceremony, He Fanxiong held a banquet in the Taiji Hall. After three rounds of drinks, the old man raised his glass and stood up. The gilded wine cup glowed warmly under the palace lanterns.
"Mr. Gu, Madam Gu!" He Fanxiong's voice was so loud that everyone around him instantly quieted down.
"Blue Rain is what it is today thanks to your help. I dare to ask you to stay for a little longer..."
Gu Yanchen stood up to return the greeting, his dark robe making him stand taller and more upright: "Your Majesty, I appreciate your kindness, but..."
He glanced at Ran Qingxuan beside him, his eyes full of tenderness.
"My wife is pregnant, and the elders at home have been waiting anxiously..."
Ran Qingxuan also stood up, her apricot skirt brushing against the blue bricks like flowing water: "We appreciate your Majesty's kindness, but we are worried about you after being away from home for so long..."
"I understand, I understand." He Fanxiong nodded repeatedly, but he could not hide the disappointment in his eyes.
He suddenly waved his hand, and the attendant brought a red sandalwood box: "In that case, please accept these small gifts."
The two did not open it to check, but just took it and thanked He Fanxiong solemnly.
"Your Majesty!" He Qingtuo, who had become the crown prince, suddenly stood up and bowed solemnly to the couple.
"Mr. Gu, Madam Gu, Qingtuo will never forget your life-saving grace."
Gu Yanchen quickly helped the young man up, and saw him take out a delicate silver whistle from his sleeve: "This is the Blue Rain Secret Guard's message whistle. As long as it is blown in the Blue Rain territory, the Secret Guard will appear to help."
Gu Yanchen naturally wouldn't want it, and pushed it back with a warm heart: "You need this thing more than I do, remember to keep it well, okay?"
He Qingtuo wanted to say something, but in the end he clenched his fists and nodded solemnly to Gu Yanchen.
When the banquet was about to end, He Qingqing suddenly ran to Ran Qingxuan, her eyes filled with tears: "Sister Ran, I...I want to go with you, back to the Divine Doctor Sect..."
"Qingqing..." He Fanxiong frowned, "You are now Princess Lan Yu..."
"Grandfather!" He Qingqing shook her head stubbornly.
"My granddaughter's medical skills have not yet been fully learned. The master of the Divine Doctor Sect said that I have talent. How can I give up halfway? And... and after I have learned it, I have to find Sister Ran to teach me..."
Sima Hui beside him suddenly chuckled: "Your Majesty, I think the princess's ambition is commendable."
He stroked his beard and continued, "It will be a blessing for our Blue Rain if the princess can study medicine in the hidden sect, the Divine Doctor Sect, and return after completing her studies!"
He Fanxiong looked at his granddaughter's expectant eyes, then looked at Ran Qingxuan, and finally sighed: "Forget it, when Qingtuo is familiar with everything, it's time to bring your parents back, we'll talk about it then!"
On the day of leaving the palace, at dawn, the carriage had been waiting outside the palace gate for a long time.
Gu Yanjing was demonstrating his newly learned sword skills with Gu Yanxing, who was sitting in a wheelchair. When he saw them coming out, Gu Yanjing grinned and said, "Sixth brother, sister-in-law, I've been waiting for you!"
At the same time, He Qingtuo followed with a team of guards, his face flushed red.
"Sister Ran, wait!"
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