Chapter 420 We'll Take You Home
Chapter 420 We'll Take You Home
In Youzhou City, although the incident of the purple silk falling during Yelü Bei's last competition has subsided.
But that didn't stop the gossip.
Yelü Mingyao went to find Yelü Bei's fiancée, Princess Duolan, and embellished the story, saying:
"Did you know that the silk handkerchief was given to him by a woman from the Central Plains named Qiu Ziyue? I heard they've already developed feelings for each other..."
Princess Dolan's expression changed drastically upon hearing this.
She was by nature spoiled and willful, and she also harbored resentment towards the marriage.
Hearing such rumors now only fuels my anger.
"Oh, so he was having an affair with a woman from the Central Plains behind my back!"
She muttered through gritted teeth, then decided to question Yelü Bei immediately.
That evening, Princess Dolan arrived at Yelü Bei's residence and barged in without any politeness.
As soon as she entered, she questioned him sharply:
"Yelü Bei, have you taken a fancy to that vixen named Qiu Ziyue? What's the story behind that piece of silk?"
Yelü Bei was reading a book when he heard the sound, looked up, and saw Princess Duolan. His brows furrowed slightly.
He had never liked his fiancée, whom his mother had arranged, and felt that it was nothing more than a political marriage.
Seeing her storming in, he was a little impatient, but he still tried to explain calmly.
“Princess Dolan, that silk handkerchief was not given to you by Miss Qiu.”
Yelü Bei stood up, his tone calm yet carrying a scholarly air.
"Don't believe rumors, and don't slander others."
"Hmph! Who would believe your nonsense!"
Princess Doran showed no mercy, raising her voice higher and higher.
"That Qiu Ziyue must have used some kind of trick to bewitch you! Otherwise, why would you carry her things with you all the time?"
Just as the two were arguing, Qiu Ziyue, who was in the secret room, also heard the argument outside.
But she knew she couldn't go out; going out would only bring more trouble.
Yelü Bei looked at the excited Princess Duolan and sighed:
"Princess Dolan, please do not act impulsively and harm any innocent people. If you insist on making wild guesses, then that is your problem."
Upon hearing this, Princess Doran's expression turned even more unpleasant.
She pointed at Yelü Bei and cursed loudly:
"Who do you think you are? How dare you talk to me like that! Just wait, I'll make you pay!"
After saying that, she turned and left.
As night deepened, Yelü Bei came again to give Qiu Ziyue acupuncture.
Qiu Ziyue's vision gradually improved, but it was still somewhat blurry.
The two started chatting.
"Your fiancée is causing you trouble?"
"Let her be, I don't care."
"Your Highness, when will my eyes be healed? I want to leave this place; after all, this is not a place to stay for long."
"It should be soon. I've already asked Amu to deliver the pills to the Prince of Jin's residence. I estimate they've received them by now."
"Thank you, Yelü Bei. You are a true gentleman. I will repay you handsomely in the future."
"Miss Qiu, you're too kind. If you want to express your gratitude, how about you repay me with your body?"
"I thought the eldest prince was like Tang Sanzang, but it turns out he can be humorous too."
After Yelü Bei finished the acupuncture, he said to Qiu Ziyue:
"Get some rest and don't think too much."
Qiu Ziyue smiled and nodded.
As night fell, Qiu Ziyue suddenly awoke from her drowsiness.
Her heart was pounding, and a strange yet familiar sound wave seemed to echo in her ears—
That's soundproofing and sound transmission technology!
In the stillness of the night, it haunted her mind like a ghost:
"Twilight Sparkle, where are you? Come out quickly, we'll take you home!"
The sound sent a jolt through her body, and tears instantly blurred her vision.
Although it was pitch black in front of her, she knew it was Qi Yuxuan's voice, a call he had sent through countless obstacles.
Even though she was blind at that moment, she could still feel the anxiety and determination in his words.
Qiu Ziyue gritted her teeth and trembled as she groped her way to the wall, trying to find the exit of the secret room.
She slowly pushed open the heavy iron door, and a cold wind rushed in, carrying with it a strong smell of blood and a burning atmosphere.
When she took her first step, the outside world seemed to have completely ripped off its mask—
The shouts of battle were deafening, and scattered torches flickered outside, illuminating the entire camp as if it were a hellish place.
"Twilight Sparkle! Twilight Sparkle!"
The familiar voices came again, this time clearer; it was Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, and her companions.
Qiu Ziyue held her breath, tried hard to identify the direction, and groped with her hands to move towards the direction from which the sound came.
However, at that moment, a deep, slightly helpless voice rang out:
"Miss Qiu, why are you out here?"
Qiu Ziyue stopped and turned around, vaguely seeing Yelü Bei standing not far away.
His eyes held a complex expression, a mixture of worry and unease.
She leaned weakly against the pillar and pleaded softly:
"Your Highness, I rarely ask for favors, but this time, I beg you, please take me out of here. I want to go home with my husband."
Yelü Bei frowned, his tone serious:
“You cannot go out! My father has surrounded them, the situation is chaotic, and you…”
He paused, looking at Qiu Ziyue's pale face and slightly trembling body.
"You are currently blind and have suffered internal injuries, so you are temporarily unable to use your martial arts skills."
If you rush out, you will only put yourself in greater danger.
Upon hearing this, Qiu Ziyue did not back down; instead, she became even more determined.
She raised her hand and gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, her voice hoarse yet full of strength:
"My husband and I swore an oath to share the same bed in life and the same grave in death. We will never be apart, not even in life or death."
I won't abandon them! If I don't get out now, it will be worse than death for me!
Yelü Bei remained silent for a moment, then finally sighed and reached out to support Qiu Ziyue's slender shoulder.
He knew that once this stubborn woman made up her mind, there was no turning back.
He also understood that no matter how he tried to dissuade her, he couldn't change her choice.
"In that case, I'll go with you."
Yelü Bei said in a deep voice.
"But you must remember, I cannot change Father Khan's decision, but I will do everything in my power to protect you, no matter what happens."
Qiu Ziyue nodded.
Yelü Bei helped Qiu Ziyue and they slowly made their way towards the battlefield.
Every step was incredibly difficult, as the sounds of fighting grew closer and closer, and the stench of blood in the air was nauseating.
Qiu Ziyue gripped Yelü Bei's arm tightly to orient herself, while listening to Qi Yuxuan's voice in the distance.
Suddenly, a violent explosion came from ahead, and flames shot into the sky, illuminating half of the sky.
Qiu Ziyue almost fell to the ground.
Yelü Bei quickly shielded her behind him, cautiously glancing around.
Yelü Bei then quickened his pace.
He observed the terrain while searching for a breakthrough.
I hope to lead Qiu Ziyue to Qi Yuxuan's location as soon as possible.
Qiu Ziyue closed her eyes and focused all her attention on listening to the sounds coming from afar.
Finally, she caught a faint but incredibly tender call:
"Twilight Sparkle! Twilight Sparkle!"
"There it is!"
Qiu Ziyue pointed excitedly in a certain direction, her voice trembling with excitement.
Yelü Bei looked in the direction she pointed and indeed found a group of figures engaged in fierce combat.
One of them was clad in silver armor and wielded a long sword, while the other was clad in black armor and wielded a long spear. They were none other than Qi Yuxuan and Li Cunxu!
"General Qi, Prince Jin!"
Yelü Bei couldn't help but shout.
Qiu Ziyue could no longer contain her joy and anxiety and ran forward without regard for anything else.
"Everyone, I am the eldest prince. Hear my command: cease all fighting immediately!"
Yelü Bei shouted.
Some of the Khitan soldiers halted their attack.
Qiu Ziyue stumbled and nearly fell several times, but Yelü Bei caught her in time.
Finally, less than ten steps away from Qi Yuxuan, she stopped and shouted with all her might:
"My husband! I'm here!"
Upon hearing the familiar voice, Qi Yuxuan was first taken aback, then overjoyed.
He quickly scanned his surroundings, and after confirming that it was safe, he leaped off his horse and went to Qiu Ziyue's side, pulling her into his arms.
"My wife! Are you alright?"
Qi Yuxuan asked anxiously, his gaze falling on her eyes, his heart aching so much he could hardly breathe.
"Twilight Sparkle, your eyes!"
Li Cunxu also ran over:
"Your Highness, we've finally found you!"
At this moment, despite being surrounded by enemies, the flames of war have not yet ceased.
But their embrace became the warmest scene in this darkness.
However, they didn't have much time to enjoy the joy of their reunion.
In the distance, a large Khitan army was rapidly approaching, and the situation became critical once again.
To be continued in the next chapter!
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