Dabao sat quietly with his parents in his parents' room, the atmosphere heavy with emotion. Dabao sent Erbao away to go to town to buy groceries, giving them some time alone.
Cao Jiao and Jiang Shuyan sat across from Dabao, their faces revealing a complex mix of emotions. The couple had heard of Jiang Jingxing's name before, knowing that he was fearless and invincible on the battlefield, having made great achievements and been named Prince Jing after the war.
However, they never thought that they would meet Prince Jing again one day. After all, the distance between them was too great.
"Mother, this is the antidote for the cartilage patch. Second aunt asked me to give it to you."
Dabao broke the silence and handed a small bottle to Cao Jiao.
Cao Jiao trembled as she took the antidote, tears instantly blurring her eyes. For the past few years, she had been suffering from the toxicity of the cartilage fragments, becoming increasingly weak, unable to even walk steadily, her whole body limp and powerless.
She was originally a powerful female warrior from the end of the world, but now she was tortured so painfully by this small piece of cartilage.
"Dad, I also brought you some banknotes. This is a small token of my appreciation. Consider it my filial respect to you."
Dabao continued:
"However, it's best not to let Erbao know about this money. If he knew, he would definitely use it to gamble again. If he becomes addicted to gambling like this, his life will be ruined."
Jiang Shuyan and Cao Jiao were both ashamed when they heard Dabao's words. They knew that Erbao's gambling addiction was getting worse and worse, but they had never been able to help him quit.
Jiang Shuyan sighed:
"It's all our fault for not teaching him well, making you, as his brother, so worried."
Cao Jiao also said with guilt:
"Son, it's your parents who are sorry for you."
Dabao smiled:
"Let's not talk about the past. The most important thing now is to get Erbao back on the right path."
Afterwards, Dabao stayed in the village for a few days, teaching Erbao reading and martial arts, and the relationship between the family gradually became harmonious. A few days later, Dabao returned to the capital and embarked on his return journey.
After Dabao left, Cao Jiao took the antidote and her body recovered. Erbao was chased and beaten by Cao Jiao all day long, and the life was in chaos every day.
Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival, the night of the full moon and family reunion. A banquet is held in the palace, and all civil officials and military generals are invited to the palace to celebrate this wonderful festival with the empress.
Dressed in gorgeous attire, Jin Linlin led the princess on a stroll across the Imperial Lake, admiring the fireworks that filled the sky. The brilliant fireworks blossomed in the night sky like blossoming flowers, illuminating the entire palace like daylight.
In recent years, the Shangjin Kingdom has enjoyed favorable weather, peace, and prosperity, with its people living and working in peace and contentment. All this is inseparable from Jin Linlin's wise rule and diligent governance. With her exceptional wisdom and decisive decisions, she ushered in an era of prosperity.
Last year, the Princess Royal happily married and lived in perfect harmony with her husband. This year, they gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl. It was a double blessing, a celebration shared by the entire nation. These adorable twins brought endless joy and vitality to the palace.
Yet, amidst this festive atmosphere, Prince Jing seemed somewhat lonely. He had never married and remained single. Despite his high position and elegant demeanor, he seemed unenthusiastic about marriage.
Just as everyone was immersed in joy, the empress suddenly issued an order to abdicate and pass the throne to the princess. This decision surprised everyone, but it was also reasonable.
After all, Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess is both talented and virtuous, and is deeply loved by the people. It is also the popular wish that she will inherit the throne.
After the empress abdicated, she moved to Huarun Manor and lived a leisurely life. In the seventh year of Kunyuan, Princess Jin Nianchu officially ascended the throne and changed the reign title to Ruiluan, beginning her reign.
After the new emperor ascended the throne, he issued a general amnesty and gave large-scale rewards to his officials in recognition of their achievements and loyalty.
In the second year of Ruiluan, the retired emperor left with his twin sons and left a letter.
In the following years, many statues of Jin Linlin appeared among the people. People called her "Taiping Empress" and expressed their gratitude to her.
Jin Nianchu looked at the statues with a mixture of pride and emotion. She knew that her success today was inseparable from her mother's careful guidance and preparation.
Jin Nianchu continued to display her talent in governing the country on the throne, and the Shangjin Kingdom became more prosperous under her rule.
The legend about Jin Linlin has spread more and more widely among the people, becoming a good story that inspires generations of people.
The eleventh year of Ruiluan
Time flies by like a white horse. After going through untold hardships and searching everywhere, Jiang Zhixu finally found the whereabouts of Jin Linlin.
Jin Linlin is now in her forties, but the years have not left too many traces on her face. She is still beautiful and charming, like a blooming flower.
However, compared with the past, her majesty has gradually faded, replaced by a soft and lazy temperament, as if after experiencing the vicissitudes of life, she has learned to let go and enjoy the tranquility and freedom of life.
During these years, Jin Linlin has traveled to every inch of Shangjin Kingdom and experienced countless customs and cultures.
In the end, she chose to settle down on this small island and live a free and easy life.
This place is far away from the hustle and bustle, without worldly troubles, only the waves of the sea and the singing of birds.
However, Jin Linlin never expected that Jiang Zhixu would go to such great lengths to find this place.
This small island was remote and almost no one knew about it except her and some servants.
But even so, Jiang Zhixu still appeared in front of her as if destined.
Speaking of Jin Linlin's two sons, they went their separate ways during their travels. One stayed in the Medical Valley, concentrating on studying medicine;
The other one married into a butcher's family. The reason was simple: he fell in love with the butcher's daughter and was completely devoted to her and refused to leave her no matter what.
This island is so secluded, how did Jiang Zhixu find it? This is really incredible.
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