Coming out of the door, Eunuch Gao carefully closed the door, afraid to disturb the father and daughter who had been reunited after so much hardship.
Lin Wanrong listened to Qin Xian 'er's soft sobs and couldn't help but shake his head. He had done the right thing today. He hoped that the father and daughter could get along well so that his efforts would not be in vain.
"Official Lin, Official Lin." Eunuch Gao's voice sounded in his ear. "Someone wants to see you."
"See me? Who?! " Lin Wanrong asked in surprise. It was strange that someone wanted to see him in the Emperor's Palace of Heavenly Purity.
Gao Ping nodded slightly and said softly, "Please follow me, Sir." He took the lead and walked toward the side room in the outer hall. He passed through a few rooms and found one of them. He said respectfully, "This is the place. Sir, please enter."
All the rooms in the hall were brightly lit except for this one. It was completely dark. Lin Wanrong was puzzled. He slowly pushed open the door and entered. He saw an old shadow standing quietly in front of the window. His empty eye sockets flashed with a faint light.
"Uncle Wei?!!" Lin Wanrong exclaimed and hurried forward to grab his hand. "Why, why are you here?"
Old Man Wei smiled slightly and said, "Why am I not here?"
Lin Wanrong was stunned for a moment. He let out a long sigh and nodded with a sigh. "I understand. Uncle Wei, you are also someone by the Emperor's side."
Old Man Wei smiled slightly and said emotionally, "You are right. I am indeed a steward by the Emperor's side. In the past, when the Emperor was still in seclusion, I served him. It has been more than thirty years. "
More than thirty years? A blind man serving the Emperor for more than thirty years was a miracle. This master and servant pair were very affectionate. Old Wei seemed to see through his thoughts and smiled. "Are you thinking, how can a blind old man like me serve the Emperor for more than 30 years?"
Old Man Wei was Lin Wanrong's savior and had given him a new lease on life. Lin Wanrong was especially honest in front of him and did not hide his thoughts. He nodded and said, "I do have some doubts."
"You don't have to doubt it. To put it bluntly, more than twenty years ago, I was just like you. I also had a pair of healthy eyes." The blind old man sighed faintly, his voice concealing incomparable resentment and regret. "In the past, when the late emperor was seriously ill, the emperor was kind and generous. He took care of him day and night, being filial and benevolent. His good name spread throughout the world. The late Emperor was very moved. Before the funeral, he drafted a decree to pass the throne to the current Emperor. However, at this critical moment, a large number of assassins suddenly broke into the Xiangguo Temple where the late Emperor was recuperating. In order to protect the late Emperor, the Emperor was heavily injured. Even his only imperial son was assassinated. In order to protect the Emperor, I also lost my eyes. At the critical moment, fortunately, Li Tai was loyal and upright. He mobilized tens of thousands of soldiers to quell the internal strife and ensure the Emperor's safety. "
Speaking of the past. Old Wei's tone was calm but there was a tinge of excitement in it. Lin Wanrong was secretly shocked. The last time the Old Emperor spoke about this matter lightly, he did not elaborate. But Old Fart Wei's words made it clear. In that battle, not only had Uncle Wei been blinded, even the old Emperor had been heavily injured. He had also lost a son. It was probably because of the illness that had been left behind after that injury. After the old Emperor ascended to the throne, he didn't have a son or daughter. No wonder he hated Cheng Wang to the bone.
"In order to protect the Great Hua Empire, the Emperor began to select talents more than ten years ago. As the only person who knew about this, I accepted this important task that concerned the future of the Great Hua Empire. I went around searching for talents that could be nurtured, until I met you." Old Wei paused and sighed. He shook his head and said: "Wanrong, I really don't know if I should praise you or scold you?"
"Uncle, scold if you want to. Truthfully, my way of life is different from yours. I first want happiness, then power and wealth. If I don't have happiness, I would rather not have anything, "Lin Wanrong said honestly.
"Of course I know this. The reason I chose you was more or less because of this. You have an open mind, you dare to think and act. You are open-minded, you are able to let go. Your methods of doing things are not limited to one pattern. You have both benevolence and viciousness. You really are good material. At the beginning, I saw your boundless happiness and thought that you would change after knowing the truth so I didn't pay attention. But I didn't expect you to still be as stubborn after knowing the whole story. His Majesty admires you, but also feels helpless. It's just that my heart is unwilling! "
Lin Wanrong smiled and said: "Uncle, I have talked to the Emperor last time. Can you find a way that satisfies both sides? That way, you don't make things difficult for me or him. You are wise and resourceful. I am sure you can think of a good way. "
Old Wei smiled bitterly: "You are good at letting go of the burden. How can you think of a way that satisfies both sides so easily? Although, I still have to thank you for letting me linger on for a few more days. "
"Linger on? Uncle, I don't understand. "Lin Wanrong said confusedly.
"He's just struggling at death's door." Uncle Wei sighed: "The purpose of my life is to be loyal to the Emperor and to find a suitable talent for China. Once I find this person, it will be the end of my life — "
"Silence?!!" Lin Wanrong was shocked.
"I do it willingly." Uncle Wei smiled faintly: "Master has given me everything. Being loyal to him is my life's wish."
Lin Wanrong looked at Blind Old Wei in a daze and was speechless for a long time. He did not belong to this era and naturally could not understand Old Wei's mentality. However, he respected Uncle Wei's choice. From the Emperor's point of view, in order to pass down the legacy of China for generations to come, in order to keep the secret forever, those who deserved to die must die. He shook his head helplessly. If he had agreed to the Emperor's request today, he might not be able to see Uncle Wei again. He instantly felt upset.
"The princess is back. I have not seen the Emperor so happy in a long time." Old Wei stood by the window and sighed. "Wanrong, I thank you on behalf of my master."
As he spoke, he wanted to kneel down and kowtow. Lin Wanrong hurriedly helped him up. "Uncle, are you trying to shorten my life? My life was saved by you! Moreover, Xian 'er is my wife and Old Master is my father-in-law. It is my duty to help them clear up their misunderstanding and reunite earlier. "
"I'm afraid the matter between you and the princess will not be smooth sailing," Old Wei said slowly. Old Wei said slowly, "If you agree to the Emperor's request today, your identity will change, and the Emperor will arrange for you to enter the palace. Don't mention the matter between you and the princess ever again. "
Lin Wanrong's jaw dropped. No wonder the Emperor wanted me to become brother and sister with Xian 'er. There were so many reasons behind it. What did Uncle Wei mean when he said that it was perfectly justifiable? Even if he entered the court, it was hard to avoid rumors. Who could control those experienced officials, and who could deal with Cheng Wang?
"There is no one in this world that dares to underestimate the Emperor. His control of the situation, his control and decisiveness of major events is not something that Prince Cheng and the other mediocre people can compare to." Old Wei snorted and slowly said, "After you enter the court, the Emperor will arrange for you to gradually take control of the Ministry of Appointments and remove the rebellious officials. He will make you the chief examiner of the Ministry of Civil Affairs and promote all the scholars. He will also make you assist Li Tai and control the military. As long as you have the military, no matter how big the waves are, your position will be as stable as Mount Tai. With the power of the government and the military, a manservant like Prince Cheng is just meat on the chopping block. What can he do to you? "
Old Wei had been by the Emperor's side for a long time and was familiar with the Emperor's thoughts. When he talked about politics, he was an expert. Lin Wanrong listened and smacked his lips. According to what Uncle Wei had said, it was very attractive. Ah, if I could marry Xian 'er and play with power, wouldn't it be wonderful if I could be a free and happy king?
"What, do you regret it?" Old Wei might not be able to see but he had served the Emperor for a long time and had a deep understanding of human nature.
"It's not to the point of regret." Lin Wanrong snickered, "If it's yours, it's yours. You can get it without fighting. Just like Xian 'er and Laoyezi, after so many years of hardship, haven't they finally reunited? "
Old Man Wei nodded and sighed. A faint smile appeared on his face: "This time, it is all thanks to you. The Emperor did not choose the wrong person."
Today, Xian 'er and the old Emperor were reunited and Lin Wanrong and Uncle Wei were reunited. It was double happiness. Xian 'er and her father talked for a long time. The lanterns in the Palace of Heavenly Purity stayed lit until late at night. Lin Wanrong also stayed in the palace. After chatting with Uncle Wei through the night, many of the questions he had in the past were gradually cleared up. He felt incomparably happy. Looking at the happy reunion of Xian 'er and the old Emperor, Lin Wanrong was gratified but also a little disappointed. Everyone had parents and could be happy with them, but he was an exception. On the surface, he looked like he was a duckweed without roots and did not know where to go. He was a thousand times more lonely than Monkey Sun who jumped out of the cracks in the rocks.
He had something on his mind and slept until late at night, but he could not close his eyes. The cold spring dew was heavy and there were some dew drops outside the window. A crescent moon hung in the sky and the moonlight sprinkled down. It was an indescribable cold feeling. He put on a long robe and pushed open the door. Slowly, he stepped out. A wave of cold air hit him and cleared his drowsy mind.
The lanterns in the old Emperor's room were not extinguished. From time to time, soft voices and sobs could be heard. Lin Wanrong could clearly hear that it was Xian 'er's voice. He could not help but shake his head and laugh. This girl was reunited with her father, but she cried from beginning to end. He did not know if she was too sad or too happy.
After leaving the Palace of Heavenly Purity, he saw that there were some lanterns in the courtyard and walked over. The courtyard was very close to the Palace of Heavenly Purity. The lanterns were dim and there were only a few eunuchs and palace maids who were on duty, dozing off under the oil lamps.
Lin Wanrong stepped into the courtyard and felt a faint fragrance hit his face. It smelled like orchids and was unusually fragrant. He felt something and looked up. He saw a long scroll hanging in the middle of the hall. With just a glance, he felt as if he was struck by lightning and stood there in a daze.
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