Chapter 216 I’ll die for you

The word "sister" was like a sharp knife, cutting through his eardrums and straight into his heart, making him shudder in pain.

Ning Shiqian curled his lips and smiled bitterly: "Why does she need my protection?"

"Why not? Only if you become the Emperor of Sang Lin can you resolve the conflict between Sang Lin and Da Zhao, and resolve the hatred of the people of Sang Lin towards Bai Jiuxiao."

"Moreover, the situation in the court is changing rapidly. At this moment, it seems that she has turned danger into good fortune, but who knows when she will be framed again. After all, she has made too many enemies in the past."

"When the time comes, how will she protect herself if you leave her as a weak woman with no military power and no participation in government affairs?"

"If she is protected by your powerful imperial brother, she will definitely be safe, right?" Concubine De asked.

Ning Shiqian lowered his eyes without speaking.

That's the truth.

How could he not understand the truth?

However, the feeling in his heart at this moment cannot be deceived. He did not feel the slightest joy because he had climbed to the top, and was even desolate.

*

When Emperor Wen came to Nuanxiang Pavilion, he saw Bai Jiuxiao lying on a lounge chair in the courtyard, basking in the sun comfortably.

Tongquan and other palace officials were about to salute, but Emperor Wen pointed his finger at his lips to signal everyone to be silent, and raised his sleeves to signal everyone to leave.

Tongquan left quietly with everyone.

Emperor Wen walked lightly to the couch and leaned over to see if Bai Jiuxiao was asleep, but found that she had her eyes open and looked at a pear tree not far ahead, wondering what she was thinking.

"Sister Huang is so engrossed in her thoughts that she even loses the basic alertness." Emperor Wen said.

Bai Jiuxiao was startled, then turned his eyes and saw that it was Emperor Wen. He sat up and prepared to stand up to salute, but Emperor Wen pressed his shoulder: "There are no other people around, so there is no need to be polite."

"Has the emperor finished his official duties? Why do you have time to come here?" Bai Jiuxiao asked.

Emperor Wen walked to a low chair opposite Bai Jiuxiao, lifted his robe and sat down: "What? You must be free to come to the emperor's place, and you must be busy with all your official duties?"

"Yes." Bai Jiuxiao replied.

Emperor Wen puffed his lips and said, "My hands are numb even when I am wearing memorials. I can't even think about moving around. The imperial sister is so strict and doesn't feel sorry for me at all."

"Don't worry, it's very tiring. The numbness in your hands only means that you still approved too little." Bai Jiuxiao said.

Emperor Wen: "."

Bai Jiuxiao lifted the teapot on the small coffee table in front of her, poured a glass of water and handed it to him.

Emperor Wen took it, took a sip, and sighed softly: "I really want to go back to the days when the imperial sister helped me approve memorials."

Bai Jiuxiao curled her lips: "It's a beautiful thought."

"By the way, does the emperor know that Emperor Sang Lin passed the throne to the fourth prince Ning Shiqian? Today's enthronement ceremony is held." Emperor Wen asked.

Bai Jiuxiao said, "Yeah," "I heard what Tongquan said."

Tongquan told her the shocking news early in the morning.

"It's strange. Emperor Jing was in his prime, why did he suddenly pass on the throne?" Emperor Wen was puzzled.

"I heard that I am ill and want to rest in peace."

This is what Tongquan told her.

"It's impossible to pass it on to Ning Shiqian. I heard before that the Third Prince, whom he valued the most, even asked him to personally kill a woman who was in love with him in front of the civil and military officials of the court. What a big deal. Not involved in love, many people guessed at that time that the third prince might be the future prince."

Bai Jiuxiao pursed her lips.

She had also heard about this.

"That woman is the old emperor's secret guard. No matter how serious the matter is, she must not be involved in love. It's just an excuse he made. He just wants to kill her. Moreover, this time the third prince assisted Bai Sanhong in defeat, and the old emperor did not pass on the throne to her. He is also normal."

Emperor Wen nodded: "That's true."

Taking another sip of tea, Emperor Wen stared at Bai Jiuxiao and said, "I heard that the emperor's sister has a good relationship with Ning Shiqian. Do you want to send a letter to say congratulations?"

"It's not bad, it's just to save the master and cooperate with him. Moreover, the emperor should send his credentials to express his congratulations, right? It's enough for Zhao to send it. I personally don't need to send it." Bai Jiuxiao's face was as pale as autumn water.

, not much emotion.

Emperor Wen curled his lips and put down his cup: "Well, the certificate of credence has just been issued. Is it good or bad for our great Zhao to have him become emperor?"

"It's not a bad thing for Zhao and Sang Lin. At least they won't let the two countries fall into war from time to time."

How could Bai Jiuxiao not know about the temptation of her, the emperor's younger brother, but she still chose to tell the truth.

If Ning Shiqian becomes emperor, it will only be a blessing for both countries.

"Has the Emperor's hand rested enough? If enough, go back and continue to handle official duties." Bai Jiuxiao said.

Emperor Wen felt aggrieved: "Sister, are you driving me away?"

"No, national affairs come first."

"Okay," Emperor Wen stood up: "I actually have something to go to the Tenth Princess's Hongxiu Palace. I passed by your Nuanxiang Pavilion and came in to take a look. The emperor keeps watching, and I don't dare to neglect my official duties."

Bai Jiuxiao smiled, stood up and bowed: "Your Majesty."

*

Sang Lin, Longxiang Palace

Ning Shiqian was wearing a bright yellow dragon robe and sitting on the dragon chair in the inner hall, still feeling that he was dreaming.

Looking at all the new furniture, decorations and objects in the inner hall, and at the busy palace staff who had been replaced, he felt that everything was so unreal.

"Your Majesty is tired, please wait for your Majesty and take a rest."

Emperor Jing moved to Shangfan Palace as the Supreme Emperor, and Wende and all the original palace residents of Longxiang Palace went with him, including Zhan Mo, the sword-wielding guard in front of the emperor.

The person asking him for instructions at the moment was Yuan Bao, the current eunuch of Longxiang Palace. He was originally working as an errand next to his mother and concubine in Xiangrui Palace. His mother and concubine allocated it to him, saying that he was honest, diligent, and knowledgeable.

rest assured.

Shi Lei naturally followed him into the palace and became his bodyguard with a sword.

Ning Shiqian raised his hand and pressed his forehead. He was indeed a little tired.

These past few days have been busy with various handovers, and the enthronement ceremony has just been completed.

But he didn't want to go to sleep.

He has no habit of sleeping on the bed during the day.

"It's okay. I'll just sit and rest. You all can step aside." Ning Shiqian raised his sleeves.

Yuan Bao and the palace people all retreated.

The inner hall suddenly became quiet.

He crossed his arms and leaned back on the dragon chair, closing his eyes.

I don't know how long it took, but sleepiness came over him. He felt that he seemed to have fallen asleep, but it seemed that he had not.

Dimly, someone seemed to be walking over. He opened his eyes and saw the other person's familiar features. He stood up excitedly: "Bai Jiuxiao!"

"Why are you here? Why didn't anyone come in to report?" Ning Shiqian stepped forward happily, preparing to hold her hand.

Bai Jiuxiao took a step back to avoid it, and suddenly took out a dagger and put it against her own throat.

Ning Shiqian's expression changed drastically and he stopped.

"Ning Shiqian, as an emperor, why have you never married? Is it because of me? You have turned me into a sinner all my life, do you know? Will you marry her only after I die?

Then I will die for you!"

After Bai Jiuxiao finished speaking, he cut his own throat with the dagger in his hand.

Red blood spurted out, and Ning Shiqian shouted in horror: "No!"
Chapter completed!