kvmb Chapter 162 Messenger
Chapter 162 Messenger
Night has fallen, and everything is asleep.
The once bustling city gate fell silent, sleeping peacefully, as if the daytime farce had been nothing more than a dream.
Qin Xuanyu stood atop the city wall, looking down at the scene.
"What are you thinking about?" Jiang Qingyue couldn't fall asleep either, so she came up to check on him, only to find Qin Xuanyu staring blankly at the screen.
"I'm wondering if I've really been wrong all these years."
This was the first time Qin Xuanyu had deeply reflected on himself.
If he hadn't acted impulsively back then, would things be different now?
"you are wrong."
"You also think I'm wrong?" Qin Xuanyu didn't expect to get such a response from Jiang Qingyue.
"No, what I'm saying is wrong. The mistake lies in having such a thought. Your choice back then was correct and could have avoided a lot of trouble."
But if you think about it another way, if you had agreed to the late emperor's request back then, do you think the current emperor, with his personality, would have let it go? No, he would still have found ways to fight you, and the people would have suffered just the same.
A person will never become better or worse because of other people's choices. It's all a matter of their own whims, something we can't control.
Therefore, whatever choice you make, you are not wrong. In fact, you have ensured the stability of this country for many years, and your contributions are immense.
Jiang Qingyue answered Qin Xuanyu very seriously; this was her truth, not just words of comfort.
Qin Xuanyu was somewhat moved. He never imagined that one day he would meet someone who understood him so well. Perhaps that was why she kept attracting him.
Qin Xuanyu couldn't help but rub Jiang Qingyue's head and chuckled, "Yes, I was being stubborn."
"So, do whatever you want, for the people and for Dongchu. If needed, I can lend you a hand."
Since they met, Jiang Qingyue has come to understand Qin Xuanyu better and better, and an unspoken understanding seems to have formed between them.
“Okay.” Qin Xuanyu did not refuse. Jiang Qingyue was not a parasitic flower; she had her own principles and pursuits, and he respected any choice Jiang Qingyue made.
Qin Xuanyu embraced Jiang Qingyue, who leaned against his chest, feeling the strong heartbeat emanating from it. The feeling was so peaceful and serene.
She thought she knew what she wanted.
But there always seems to be something that disrupts this peaceful atmosphere between them.
"Your Highness, there's news." Yingren entered with the letter, just in time to see Qin Xuanyu and Jiang Qingyue embracing. Startled, he immediately turned to leave. "Your Highness, I am guilty!"
Damn it, why did he have to come at this time of year? He deserves a beating!
He couldn't help but pat his thigh, seemingly blaming it, which was quite amusing.
Jiang Qingyue quickly stepped out of Qin Xuanyu's embrace. "Since Shadow Blade has something to do, I'll go and rest first."
After saying that, Jiang Qingyue was about to leave when Qin Xuanyu grabbed her hand.
"No need to leave, listen together, my future princess..." Qin Xuanyu whispered the last sentence into Jiang Qingyue's ear, making Jiang Qingyue blush and push Qin Xuanyu away, "Hurry up."
Shadow Blade coughed awkwardly. "Um... Your Highness, this is a message from the Dark Gate."
The Dark Gate is a well-known intelligence agency in the martial arts world. No one knows who the leader of the Dark Gate is, but that doesn't stop them from going there to exchange information.
Although Jiang Qingyue had some guesses, she couldn't help but be a little surprised when she actually learned that the secret door belonged to Qin Xuanyu.
Qin Xuanyu took the letter from Yingren's hand, opened it, and couldn't help but clench his fist.
Jiang Qingyue turned her head to look over and couldn't help but frown.
"As expected, it's the Crown Prince!"
The Crown Prince could no longer sit still. His series of actions, whether aimed solely at Qin Xuanyu or for his own power and position, were known only to himself.
He even maliciously spread the plague to achieve his goal, which is truly despicable.
However, both Qin Xuanyu and Jiang Qingyue keenly realized that Qin Jinghao was not so incompetent, much less brainless.
However, the series of events, each with irrefutable evidence, seemed to be a case of someone providing a pillow whenever one needed it, which made one feel uneasy.
Behind this, there is another group of people who seem to be deliberately guiding things.
But no matter who it is, it's a huge nightmare.
"This dynasty is already riddled with problems." Qin Xuanyu sighed. "Now is a time of great turmoil, and the city gates are not safe either. No matter what happens, you must stay in the city. There are still tough battles to fight ahead."
Qin Xuanyu was worried that Jiang Qingyue would meddle again, so he went down to treat the people.
Although this is what he wants, it is definitely not for Jiang Qingyue.
"Don't worry, I've already sent out signals to have people from the Poison Sect and the Medicine Sect come to our aid. With them here, you can rest assured."
After a sleepless night, just as dawn was breaking, the scout shouted, "Report!"
Upon hearing the commotion, Qin Xuanyu immediately went out to check the situation.
Jiang Qingyue's room happened to be next to Qin Xuanyu's, so she also heard it.
"Your Highness, a troop of men is approaching this way. Judging from their banners, they seem to be from the Kingdom of Xiti."
"The Kingdom of Xiti? How could they appear so openly in Eastern Chu?" Jiang Qingyue sensed that a huge conspiracy was approaching them.
Qin Xuanyu naturally realized this as well, and couldn't help but frown.
"Let's wait and see what happens."
Qin Xuanyu ordered his men to prepare, then stood atop the city wall, waiting for the other side.
Sure enough, as the sound of horses' hooves drew near, a small team of eight men was approaching the city gate.
West Country!
The people near the city gate couldn't help but hide in their tents and peek out.
If it weren't for the fact that there were only a few people on the other side, they would have really thought that they were there to attack.
"Envoy of Xiti, what brings you here?" As the group approached, Qin Xuanyu immediately recognized the leader.
"Naturally, it's an envoy to Eastern Chu. Is this how Eastern Chu treats its guests?"
"You flatter me, envoy. If you are here on a mission, you should be paying respects to His Majesty. What brings you to my Chu territory?" Qin Xuanyu immediately guessed the other party's intentions and had no intention of responding.
"Your Highness, we are passing through this area and naturally wish to rest at your esteemed place. I presume that you, the people of Eastern Chu, would be obliged to entertain us?"
"You're mistaken, envoy. Since you've come as an envoy, His Majesty has naturally arranged for someone to welcome you. I have no authority to make such arrangements for you."
Qin Xuanyu sneered, ruthlessly shattering their plans. "Envoy, please leave! Otherwise, I might misunderstand and think you're up to something unpleasant..."