Just as Bai Yuanshan was about to save the day, Feng Beichuan ruthlessly shut him down.
Only now did Emperor Xingchang realize how useless he had been.
It's fair to say he accomplished absolutely nothing as emperor.
Although he was constantly being hailed as "Long live the Emperor," he actually lacked the means to challenge anyone.
This is absolutely ridiculous!
Thinking of this, Emperor Xingchang felt a sense of defeat. Then he thought resentfully that if it weren't for his serious illness, he might not have ended up in such a state.
Unfortunately, he didn't know that he had sown the seeds of some causes and effects himself, and he was completely unaware of planting the seeds of disaster.
However, Emperor Xingchang could only think that he must take good care of his health in the future, only in this way could he have the strength to continue fighting against those who were disloyal to him.
Just wait and see.
You all just wait and see.
That day will come soon!
A chilling sneer crept onto Emperor Xingchang's lips. He seemed to already picture himself victorious, stepping on the heads of these people and sitting comfortably on the dragon throne.
After gathering his thoughts, Emperor Xingchang spoke again: "I have just considered this matter and feel that reducing taxes is not out of the question. Since the Regent has asked me to choose between these two things, then I will issue an edict to reduce the annual taxes paid by the people of Shengnan Kingdom by forty percent. Are you satisfied with that?"
After saying that, his gaze naturally swept over Feng Beichuan and Li Chang'an.
Clearly, when Emperor Xingchang said "you," he was referring to none other than these two people.
Feng Beichuan simply smiled and said, "His Majesty is indeed a man of great principle, just as the Prime Minister said."
Seeing this, Li Chang'an knew that he could no longer remain indifferent. So he bowed to Emperor Xingchang after Feng Beichuan and said, "In that case, your subject thanks Your Majesty for your grace on behalf of the people of Shengnan Kingdom."
Upon hearing this, Emperor Xingchang's brows furrowed involuntarily, but he forced a smile and said, "I am happy that you can bring benefits to the people. Chang'an truly deserves to be the beloved princess of my Sheng Nan Kingdom. She is always thinking of them. It seems that I should learn more from my son in the future."
These words were spoken in the most high-sounding and noble way, which made Li Chang'an feel very uncomfortable. However, she could not show her displeasure, so she could only pretend to be polite and said, "Father, what are you saying? The reason why I am so concerned about the people is naturally because I have received your teachings."
Although Li Chang'an's flattery wasn't very skillful, it did manage to ease Emperor Xingchang's expression somewhat. After all, there are probably very few people in this world who don't like to hear compliments.
Ironically, although the father and daughter had different intentions, they had to admit that they were exactly alike in their ability to play along and deceive each other.
After this matter was concluded, Emperor Xingchang, exhausted both physically and mentally, announced his resignation from court.
Because all of this was a result of being forced into a corner, Emperor Xingchang now hates Li Chang'an and Feng Beichuan to the core.
Li Chang'an and Feng Beichuan naturally saw the hatred in Emperor Xingchang's eyes, but they both chose to ignore it.
Anyway, being a thorn in their side isn't something that happened overnight.
After Emperor Xingchang left, all the civil and military officials also left the main hall.
Li Chang'an breathed a deep sigh of relief, then turned around to look for that familiar figure.
Sure enough, Feng Beichuan was still there.
After meeting the woman's gaze, Feng Beichuan walked straight towards her with a smile.
Let's go together.
With his thin lips slightly parted, the man's eyes rippled with tenderness.
"good."
Li Chang'an nodded slightly, then gave Feng Beichuan a warm and bright smile, just like a blooming flower.
The two walked side by side, silent, yet each harbored a complex mix of thoughts in their hearts.
After a moment, Li Chang'an coughed lightly twice, as if he was making some preparations, and then turned to Feng Beichuan and said, "Um... thank you for what happened just now."
As they talked, for some reason, Li Chang'an, who was always poised and generous in his interactions with others, couldn't help but blush.
"Huh? What did you just say?"
Feng Beichuan raised an eyebrow, looking at the blush that rose on the woman's face beside him with a half-smile. His eyes were full of laughter, and then the corners of his mouth couldn't help but turn up in a playful arc.
Li Chang'an seemed to realize the man was doing it on purpose, so he raised his chin impatiently and said, "Didn't you hear me? Was my voice that soft? Fine, if you didn't hear me, then pretend I didn't say anything."
After saying that, she unconsciously quickened her pace.
"Hey, hey, I was just kidding, don't be angry..."
Seeing that things were not going well, Feng Beichuan immediately chased after her. As he spoke, he quickly grabbed the woman's sleeve and pulled her to his side.
What a jerk!
Li Chang'an glared at the still grinning person beside him, his teeth grinding together in annoyance.
Feeling the glare directed at him, Feng Beichuan could only force a smile and admit he had done something wrong.
Then he said in a very polite tone, "What I mean is, Your Highness, you don't need to thank me."
Upon hearing this, Li Chang'an's eyes flickered. His expression softened somewhat, and he looked earnestly at the man beside him, saying, "Actually, you don't need to fall out with him just to help me."
Upon hearing this, Feng Beichuan blurted out without hesitation, "Why not?"
For her, anything he does is necessary.
Feng Beichuan was not a compassionate person, and he disliked meddling in other people's affairs and causing trouble for himself. But how could Li Chang'an be considered "other people"?
"Chang An, whatever you want to do, I will do my best."
Then, Feng Beichuan looked intently at the woman beside him, his words firm and resolute.
At this moment, Li Chang'an felt as if he were seeing a rock that was as steady as Mount Tai in the sea breeze.
Her heart, too, was like a wave, surging and crashing, one wave higher than the next.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
