Chapter 124 Besides the country, you are the most important.
Su Luoxue's gaze finally settled on "Yuwen Cheng'an" and "Yuwen Tingxue".
She raised her head and looked at Yuwen Che, her voice weak but filled with gentle curiosity: "Ache, do these two names... Yuwen Cheng'an and Yuwen Tingxue, do they have any special meaning?"
Seeing that she had noticed the two names, Yuwen Che's gaze softened, and he explained:
"Cheng'an, I hope that he will inherit the throne and shoulder the responsibility of this vast country in the future. I also wish that he will have a peaceful and smooth life, and not experience too many storms and hardships like I did when I was young."
He paused, his gaze falling on his daughter's name, his tone softening even more:
"As for Tingxue... the character 'Ting' comes from flat land by the water. I hope our daughter will have a gentle and resilient nature like water, living a peaceful and tranquil life. The character 'Xue'..."
He gazed deeply at Su Luoxue, his eyes filled with unwavering affection: "It is to commemorate our first meeting. I will always remember that late spring, on Zhuque Avenue, you were as pure and beautiful as the first snowflakes, falling into my heart. Our daughter is the continuation of our love."
As Su Luoxue listened to his explanation, especially his interpretation of her daughter's name, her eyes instantly filled with tears of emotion.
She nodded vigorously, her voice choked with emotion yet filled with a happy smile: "Okay... let's call them Cheng'an and Tingxue. Yuwen Cheng'an, Yuwen Tingxue... how beautiful."
Yuwen Che gently coaxed her, "Xue'er, we've been talking for so long, why don't you lie down and rest for a while, okay?"
Su Luoxue gently shook her head, with a hint of coquetry in her voice: "I don't want to lie down anymore, my body is too stiff, I just want to sit with you for a while."
Yuwen Che immediately agreed, "Okay, then sit down." He carefully pulled the quilt back up, covering her abdomen completely, and instructed, "You can sit, but don't catch a cold."
Su Luoxue felt a warmth in her heart, and taking advantage of his unpreparedness, she tilted her head up and quickly kissed him on the cheek.
Yuwen Che was slightly taken aback, then a smile appeared in his eyes. He lowered his head and gently kissed her lips, his tone filled with helpless affection: "Don't be naughty... You haven't fully recovered yet, you have to be good."
He held her close, pondered for a moment, and then said, "Xue'er, I think... once you're feeling better, I'll formally issue an edict to appoint Cheng'an as Crown Prince and Tingxue... as Princess Yongning. What do you think?"
He paused for a moment and then explained, “Yongning means eternal peace and joy. I hope our daughter will have such a life.”
Su Luoxue leaned against him, listening to his steady heartbeat and his plans for the children's future, feeling a sense of peace and happiness. She nodded gently and softly replied, "Okay, I'll do whatever you say."
Su Luoxue suddenly raised her head and looked into Yuwen Che's deep eyes. Her voice was soft, but carried a hint of barely perceptible unease: "Ache...do you love me?"
Yuwen Che was taken aback by her sudden question, then chuckled, gently stroking her pale cheek with his fingertips, and asked in return, "Silly Xue'er, why are you suddenly asking this?"
Su Luoxue lowered her head and whispered, "I've given birth... and my body isn't what it used to be, it's almost... I'm scared..."
"What are you afraid of?" Yuwen Che cupped her face, making her look at him. His gaze was incredibly focused and serious as he spoke clearly, word by word: "Su Luoxue, listen to me carefully."
"I love you more than anything in this world. I love your innocent kindness, the way you rely on me, and the courage you had to risk your life to give birth to us, your children."
His thumb traced the dark circles under her eyes, his voice deep and tender: "No matter what you become, in my heart, you will always be the girl who captivated me at first sight on Zhuque Avenue, the only person I want to spend my life with."
He lowered his head, his forehead gently touching hers, their breaths mingling: "So, don't be afraid, never be afraid. I'm here, always here."
Looking into his eyes, so close to hers and filled with sincere love, Su Luoxue felt all her unease and doubts vanish instantly, leaving only overwhelming emotion and happiness. She nodded vigorously, her eyes glistening with tears, yet radiant with a bright smile: "Yes, I understand."
Yuwen Che gazed into her eyes, his tone gentle yet unwavering: "Xue'er, the only thing you need to do now is to take good care of your health and stay with me for a long, long time. We'll grow old together."
He paused slightly and made a promise to her: "In this life, besides protecting the country and its people, I will use all the remaining time and energy to love you and be loyal to you."
His voice was deep and clear, each word striking Su Luoxue's heart: "In my heart, there is no one and nothing more important than you."
His gaze swept over the sleeping children in the wet nurse's arms, finally settling on her face. "Even Cheng'an and Tingxue... they are the continuation of our bloodline, they are treasures, but... they are not more important than you."
Su Luoxue stared at him blankly.
Tears fell silently, but this time, they were tears of burning happiness and emotion.
Yuwen Che gently kissed away her tears and whispered, "Don't cry, I'm telling you the truth."
Su Luoxue was completely moved by his heartfelt confession, her heart surging with indescribable happiness and emotion. She took the initiative to reach out and wrap her arms around his neck, tilting her head back to kiss his lips.
Yuwen Che was taken aback at first, then his eyes filled with endless tenderness as he responded to her cautiously.
After a moment, he restrained himself and stepped back slightly, gently kissing her cheek. His breath was a little unsteady, and his voice was hoarse and doting: "Xue'er, don't be silly... You're not well yet, you can't be willful."
He gently pulled her into his arms, letting her lean against his chest, his chin resting on the top of her head, and said softly, "Just let me hold you like this for a while."
Su Luoxue nestled obediently in his warm and firm embrace, feeling his steady heartbeat and listening to his gentle scolding, which was full of helplessness but also affection. She felt incredibly at ease.
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