Chapter 308 Promise 3 Things
Chapter 308 Promise 3 Things
The night was as dark as ink, but the Prince of Jin's mansion was brightly lit.
Li Cunxu stood in front of Qiu Ziyue, his eyes filled with a complex emotion.
Twilight Sparkle,
He spoke slowly, "The situation is unstable right now. You cannot leave, and I will not allow you to leave either."
Qiu Ziyue was startled; she hadn't expected Li Cunxu to be so determined to stop them from leaving.
“Changming,” Qiu Ziyue said softly, “you weren’t like this before, how did you become like this now?”
Li Cunxu's gaze deepened, as if concealing countless secrets.
"Men who achieve great things do not concern themselves with trifles."
He said in a low voice, "I disdain the throne and only want to be with you forever, but you married Qi Yuxuan. Now, I want both the throne and the beauty."
Qiu Ziyue felt a chill run down her spine upon hearing this.
“You’re absolutely insane,” she replied coldly.
"Where did you hide Yuxuan, Lengfeng, Senior Brother, and Wanqing?" Qiu Ziyue asked.
“I’ve hidden them all in a place you’ll never find in your lifetime, and I’ve controlled them with a diamond rope, so they can’t escape,” Li Cunxu said.
"How could you do this? They are all your good friends. We came here out of kindness to help you," Qiu Ziyue said incredulously.
"If they weren't my friends, I would have killed them long ago."
As Li Cunxu finished speaking, he stepped forward and gently took Qiu Ziyue's hand.
Twilight Sparkle,
His voice was deep and firm, “You can leave, but you must do a few things for me before I will let you go.”
After thinking for a moment, for the safety of Leng Feng, Qiu Langyu, and Zhao Wanqing, Qiu Ziyue gritted her teeth:
"Speak, what is it?"
A hint of smugness flashed in Li Cunxu's eyes.
"First, you must accompany me to my mother and tell her that you are the woman I love, but you cannot say that you have been married before."
"Why?" Qiu Ziyue asked.
"Just so that you are the only one in my heart, and there are no other women in my heart and eyes," Li Cunxu said.
"Secondly, you must dance before your ministers to win their hearts and minds; only then can you ensure stability."
"And what about the third thing?" Qiu Ziyue asked.
"Thirdly, you must agree to be my queen, whether it's feigned or genuine, I only want you to stay with me until I defeat Zhu Wen."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Ziyue was filled with anger and helplessness.
She knew that if she refused, Qi Yuxuan, Qiu Langyu, Zhao Wanqing, and Leng Feng would…
But she also knew that agreeing would mean paying a huge price.
Qiu Ziyue remained silent for a while, weighing the pros and cons in her mind. She remembered what Qi Yuxuan had once said:
"No matter what difficulties you encounter, you must remain calm and find solutions."
She took a deep breath and made her decision.
"Okay, I can do the first and second things, but for the third thing, I can only be your fake queen, we cannot have a real marriage."
Although Qiu Ziyue's voice was weak, it was full of determination.
"But I have one condition: you must ensure the safety of Leng Feng, Qiu Langyu, and Zhao Wanqing, and you must not harm them."
Li Cunxu smiled slightly and nodded: "Don't worry, as long as you do as I say, they will be in no danger."
Qiu Ziyue's unease did not lessen, but she knew it was the only option at the moment.
She secretly vowed that no matter what, she must find a chance to break free from Li Cunxu's control and lead her companions back to their original world safely.
The following day, Li Cunxu led Qiu Ziyue to the residence of his mother, Madam Cao.
When Madam Cao saw Qiu Ziyue, her eyes immediately showed affection.
Although Qiu Ziyue was filled with helplessness, she forced a smile and behaved in a gentle and polite manner.
"This young lady is truly outstanding."
Madam Cao gently stroked Qiu Ziyue's hand, "Not only is she beautiful, but she also has an elegant and graceful demeanor, and she is very sensible and well-behaved."
Qiu Ziyue smiled slightly and replied, "Madam, you flatter me. It is my honor to meet you."
“Mother, you don’t know this, but Ziyue is not only skilled in playing the zither and dancing, but also a great general in our army. She helped me win those two battles.”
Li Cunxu added.
Madam Cao was taken aback. Her impression of Qiu Ziyue grew better and better. She felt that this girl was not only outstanding in appearance, but also dignified in demeanor, eloquent in speech, and highly skilled in martial arts.
She couldn't help but say to Li Cunxu:
"Changming, you have excellent taste. This girl is both literate and skilled in martial arts; she is truly a rare and remarkable woman. If I were a man, I would like her too."
Madam Cao beamed with delight, clearly liking Qiu Ziyue very much. She held Qiu Ziyue's little hand, showering her with concern and affection.
Qiu Ziyue's heart tightened. She knew that Li Cunxu's purpose was not only to gain her mother's approval, but also to realize his greater ambitions.
Overjoyed, Madam Cao immediately decided to hold a grand banquet, inviting numerous ministers and nobles to attend.
She hoped to take this opportunity to show everyone the woman Li Cunxu admired and win their hearts.
"I want everyone to see what an outstanding woman Cunxu has chosen."
Madam Cao said with a smile, "This will be an unforgettable feast."
Qiu Ziyue was secretly worried. She knew that this banquet was not just a simple celebration, but an occasion full of political implications.
She had to be very careful.
That evening, the Prince of Jin's residence was brightly lit and bustling with activity.
Li Cunxu stood in the center of the main hall, his gaze fixed firmly on Qiu Ziyue's arrival.
Finally, Qiu Ziyue, accompanied by her maid, slowly entered the main hall.
She wore a gorgeous red dress, looking like a fairy descending to earth.
Every movement she made was full of elegance and confidence, as if she radiated light.
Qiu Ziyue walked to the zither stand, gently plucked the strings, and played a piece called "Guangling San".
The melodious music seemed to transcend time and space, transporting everyone to a dreamlike world.
Her playing is not only technically superb, but also full of emotion and soul, captivating the audience.
Then, Qiu Ziyue rose and began to dance. Her dance was light and graceful, every movement filled with poetry and emotion.
Her dance seemed to tell an ancient and beautiful story, captivating the viewer.
The ministers present were all impressed by Qiu Ziyue's talent, and even the daughters of the four ministers looked on with admiration.
They realized that the woman before them was indeed extraordinary and worthy of the title of Princess Consort of Jin.
After playing the piano and dancing, Wanyi and Suxin, who had been eliminated earlier, were still somewhat unconvinced.
They said:
"Miss Twilight Sparkle, we've witnessed your musical talent and dancing skills. Could you perhaps challenge us to a singing contest?"
Qiu Ziyue's heart was filled with pain and struggle, but she forced a smile. "I won't give up."
Qiu Ziyue silently said to herself,
"For Qi Yuxuan, for Leng Feng, Qiu Langyu and Zhao Wanqing, I will definitely find a way to get rid of all this."
Li Cunxu stood aside, gazing at Qiu Ziyue with admiration, his eyes filled with love and affection.
"Sure," Qiu Ziyue replied readily.
Wan Yi was the first to appear.
She walked gracefully to the front of the stage, wearing a light pink dress and holding an exquisite round fan.
Accompanied by musicians, Wanyi softly hummed "Jasmine Flower".
Her singing voice was melodious and graceful, like a small boat in the Jiangnan water towns gliding slowly on the lake.
Everyone present was captivated, and thunderous applause erupted.
Su Xin's performance is next. Su Xin will be on stage.
She switched to a more cheerful Jiangnan folk song, "Picking Tea and Catching Butterflies".
Accompanied by her lively dance steps, her singing voice became even more cheerful and playful.
The audience was infected by her enthusiasm and applauded enthusiastically, filling the entire hall with laughter and joy.
When it was Qiu Ziyue's turn, the atmosphere suddenly became quiet.
She gently picked up the pipa beside her, adjusted the strings, and then looked up, a resolute glint in her eyes.
Instead of choosing a Jiangnan folk song, she gently plucked the pipa and sang "Thinking of My Lover".
As the melody of the pipa began, Qiu Ziyue's voice gradually entered everyone's ears.
Her singing voice was deep and full of emotion, and every word seemed to carry endless longing and affection.
As she sang, memories of her time with Qi Yuxuan involuntarily surfaced in her mind:
The shy smiles at their first meeting, the heartwarming moments spent together, and the reluctance to part.
Tears silently streamed down her cheeks, but her singing became even more moving.
Everyone present was moved by this sincere emotion, and many even had tears in their eyes.
Qiu Ziyue's singing is not only about longing for a lover, but also about a deep concern and an inseparable affection.
When Qiu Ziyue finished singing the last line, the entire Prince Jin's mansion fell into a brief silence.
Then, thunderous applause resounded through the sky.
The ministers not only applauded her singing, but were also captivated by her sincere emotions.
A complex emotion welled up in Li Cunxu's heart, and his face turned somewhat grim.
He knew that Qiu Ziyue still couldn't forget Qi Yuxuan, but he didn't ask for anything else, he just wanted to see Qiu Ziyue every day.
Immediately, a smile appeared on Li Cunxu's face.
Madam Cao also clapped and said, "Miss Ziyue's singing is truly moving, sincere and beautiful."
The ministers nodded in agreement, saying, "Indeed, Twilight Sparkle's talent and emotions are admirable."
Qiu Ziyue wiped away her tears, silently thinking to herself:
"No matter how difficult the future may be, I will persevere and find my way home. Qi Yuxuan, you must miss me very much, right?"
To be continued in the next chapter!
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