jdhmnovel Chapter 419 Give Likes and Loves a Chance
Chapter 419 Give Likes and Loves a Chance
"Never mind, no need to say anything more..."
Whether Qin Shao sensed Zhao Xuan's predicament or felt that her next words would be earth-shattering, he gave a wry smile.
"That's it. She didn't tell me, probably because she didn't want me to know. As long as she rests in peace..."
After a pause, Qin Shao looked at the afterglow of the setting sun and murmured a repeated sentence.
"So be it……"
Zhao Xuan thought this was for the best. That pitiful, hateful, and wretched woman had already left this world, so let her secret go with her. Those who are alive should live well.
Qin Shao ultimately chose not to ask about Wu Yulan's last words, and Zhao Xuan could remain silent, but she could not keep it from Emperor Gu Li of Xia.
Zhao Xuan and Gu Zhanghua then entered the palace and reported everything they knew to Gu Li.
After listening, Gu Li couldn't say a word, and remained silent for a long time.
He thought Yang Liuming was the most deeply hidden murderer, but he never expected there was someone else behind the scenes.
The bandits of Jigong Mountain, the assassination squad sent by the Yue Emperor to frame Tian Yuan, Yang Liuming's Flame Army, Wu Yulan and Zheng Fanghua.
These four groups had no connection with each other; they only took advantage of the fact that he sent his son and Zhao Xiaoman to lead a delegation to Yue Kingdom to commit the crime.
None of the four groups wanted his son dead; they were all targeting Zhao Xiaoman. But in the end, his son was killed.
Wu Yulan and Zheng Fanghua were driven by jealousy and resentment.
Li Dali, the bandit leader of Jigong Mountain, was killed because Zhao Xiaoman mistakenly killed his son.
Tian Shang wanted to bring down Tian Yuan.
Yang Liuming's conflict with Zhao Xiaoman stemmed from personal and national hatred, as well as political disagreements.
But his son died.
That night, Gu Li went to the Empress's Buddhist hall and talked with her all night long. Even the chief eunuch Han Gu was sent far away and not allowed to approach the Buddhist hall.
But Han Gu could still faintly hear the Empress's sorrowful cries coming from the Buddhist hall, which lasted all night.
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Due to Wu Yulan's passing, Zhao Xuan and Gu Zhanghua's trip to the Song Kingdom was repeatedly postponed until after Wu Yulan's funeral.
That day, Zhao Xuan was checking the goods against the gift list in her mansion when Qing'e came to report that Qin Chuyun had come to visit.
Zhao Xuan led Qin Chuyun directly into the bedroom. Seeing that Qin Chuyun's face had become much thinner, she quickly took her hand and asked with concern.
"Yun'er? Is something urgent?"
Qin Chuyun shook his head, then nodded.
Zhao Xuan was a little confused, so she pulled Qin Chuyun to sit down at the table.
"Are you feeling cooped up at home? Or are you reluctant to see Uncle Qin return to the Northern Border soon?"
"neither……"
Qin Chuyun lowered his head and rubbed his hands. After a while, he looked up at Zhao Xuan with an unwavering determination and resolve in his eyes.
"Sister, I've made up my mind. I'll accept that ring. I'm going to the Rongdi tribe to marry Yingyang!"
"You...what did you say?"
Although Zhao Xuan was mentally prepared, she was still somewhat taken aback when she heard Qin Chuyun's resolute words.
Qin Chuyun pursed his lips, his expression becoming even more resolute.
"Sister, I came to see you not to get your opinion. I've made up my mind. I want you to take me to the palace to meet the Emperor!"
"You wait!"
Zhao Xuan raised her hand to stop Qin Chuyun from continuing, looking at her with suspicion.
"Let me ask you first, have you discussed this with your father? Did he agree?"
"Whether my father agrees or not, I'm going..."
"What kind of talk is that?"
Zhao Xuan spoke up again to stop Qin Chuyun, her tone stern.
"You may be able to make your own decisions about other things, but you didn't even consult your father about your marriage? Your stepmother just passed away, and your only daughter has taken it upon herself to get married, while her father knows nothing about it. How do you expect your father to feel?"
Qin Chuyun lowered his head and remained silent.
Zhao Xuan sighed, guessing Qin Chuyun's thoughts.
"Did you already know your father wouldn't agree? So you wanted to act first and ask His Majesty to grant you the marriage?"
“Sister, you know that the General’s Mansion is always deserted. I often feel lonely by myself, and my mother doesn’t take care of me much.”
Qin Chuyun looked up at Zhao Xuan, his expression somewhat forlorn, but then he smiled, his eyes filled with anticipation.
"I usually read some books for leisure. Although I am not as knowledgeable as my sister and brother-in-law, I still know a little about astronomy and geography, apart from needlework. Back in Fengcheng, my sister often took me on outings, so I also know a little about farming. I will definitely pass His Majesty's test!"
"That's not how it works, you didn't understand what I meant!"
Zhao Xuan was a little anxious, but she still patiently explained to Qin Chuyun.
“It’s not that I think you’re incapable of shouldering the responsibility of a marriage alliance, it’s just… even if His Majesty approves, he’ll still have to ask your father. If your father doesn’t agree, then no matter how much you insist, it won’t work! If you’re confident in your relationship with Yingyang, why don’t you have a proper talk with your father?”
Qin Chuyun lowered his head in deep thought, then suddenly looked up at Zhao Xuan with a determined gaze.
"Okay, then I'll go back and have a good talk with my dad."
"Yun'er, have you thought this through? That's going to the Rongdi tribes in the north, not as simple as going from Fengcheng to Liyang... Are you really sure?"
Qin Chuyun rubbed his sleeve, took out the brocade box from his sleeve pocket, opened it, took out the ring, put it on the ring finger of his left hand, and held his hand up for Zhao Xuan to see.
“Sister, look, this is a token that Yingyang asked you to bring to me. He treats me with sincerity, and I believe he can keep his word and remain devoted to me for life! Moreover, I have been thinking about this for many days. I understand what you mean, sister. I can endure any hardship.”
Qin Chuyun had indeed been thinking about it for many days. From the moment she received the ring, she had already considered many possibilities, or rather, many bad possibilities.
For example, will Ying Yang change his mind?
For example, she might not be able to adapt to life in the Rongdi tribe?
For example, she might miss home, her father, her sister, and her brother-in-law.
But none of the hypothetical scenarios could compare to the harsh reality that dealt her a heavy blow!
That was the death of the young woman.
The young woman loved only her father in her life, and every day she longed for him to come home, hoping he would give her a smile...
But why did the young woman never see her father one last time, even until the very last moment of her life?
Because one loved and the other did not, their relationship was unequal from the start.
She and Yingyang shared a childhood friendship, and when they met again after many years, they could talk about anything like old friends.
The white head is as new and the top is as old as before.
At least she and Yingyang liked each other, and she was willing to give them a chance, a chance to hold hands and grow old together.
Sister Xuan guessed correctly. She was indeed worried that her father would obstruct the project without asking why, and wanted to obtain His Majesty's consent first. But what Sister Xuan advised her was also correct. She first needed to have confidence in her relationship with Yingyang before she could possibly persuade her father.
Qin Chuyun stood up and curtsied to Zhao Xuan.
"Sister, thank you. I'll head back to my residence now."
Zhao Xuan was a little worried.
She could tell that Qin Chuyun was determined, but she was worried that Qin Shao was stubborn and that the father and daughter might not be able to reach an agreement and would have a big fight, which would affect their relationship and would be a great loss.
"Would you like me to go back with you and talk to your father?"
Qin Chuyun smiled sweetly at Zhao Xuan.
"I can do it myself."