"I'm not in the right place, and I've made enemies on all sides. Now that I'm injured, if you continue to tell others about the so-called mutual affection, you'll be sending yourself to the Yellow Springs. That's all I've told you today … "Li Yunzi seemed to be calmly narrating, but she was also somewhat hesitant.
How could Zhu Minglang not understand what Li Yunzi was trying to say?
"You're telling me all this because you trust me. But why do you have to say such misleading words in the end? If I were a straight man, I'd probably think that you want to part ways with me," Zhu Minglang said.
"We …"
"If you need me, you can tell me. I'll pack my things and move over tomorrow. Uh, what I mean is, I'll move over to protect you," Zhu Minglang said.
Li Yunzi looked at the serious Zhu Minglang. She was somewhat relieved, but also somewhat helpless.
She was relieved that Zhu Minglang understood what she meant when she didn't say those words.
She was also helpless because she didn't want Zhu Minglang to be involved in this matter, because her future was also uncertain.
"There are still some things that I haven't told you clearly. But if you make this choice, you'll most likely die. Everything isn't as simple as just protecting me …" Li Yunzi hesitated for a moment, then decided to tell Zhu Minglang about her other arrangements.
At this moment, Zhu Minglang shook his head. He didn't intend to continue listening.
"I believe in my foresight." The corners of Zhu Minglang's lips curled up. Using tea as wine, he toasted Li Yunzi.
In the Wasteland, the Valkyrie's radiance illuminated the land. Countless people viewed her as their faith.
Zhu Minglang didn't believe in anything. He only believed in himself and his judgment.
Li Yunzi wasn't that distant.
She was also a living woman.
People only heard rumors and only saw the side of her that was rumored. But Zhu Minglang had seen her true appearance.
She treated everyone equally.
This treatment meant that she wasn't liked by the nobles and the upper echelons. It also meant that she wasn't close to the poor and toiling masses.
Therefore, there was only one Empress in this land of chaos, and that was Li Yunzi.
Even if there were tens of thousands of soldiers, there would only be one or two who could be trusted.
Zhu Minglang could understand Li Yunzi's feelings. She had told him all this in hopes that he would understand her situation and retreat. However, at the same time, it also showed that she needed a trustworthy person to accompany her.
Wasn't that person himself?
A slightly awkward person, but at least he would not harm her or betray her. She was a trustworthy person.
Rather than giving her some heart-shaped armor, he might as well protect her.
To be honest, Zhu Minglang really didn't trust the seemingly reliable and loyal guards around her, especially now that she was injured and in a dangerous and weak state …
"Thank you." Li Yunzi was no longer pretentious.
He understood.
This meant that they had a tacit understanding.
Moreover, Li Yunzi had something to discuss with Zhu Minglang. Her original intention was for him to stay by her side and protect her.
If he didn't understand what she meant, or if he was frightened by the difficulties ahead, he wouldn't be able to join her. Li Yunzi didn't want a promising dragon master master like him to get involved in her business …
I'll protect my wife's reputation alone.
Zhu Minglang never thought that his boast would come true.
Of course, Zhu Minglang also understood that after making this decision, he had to be more careful. What she had said before was not just to scare him away.
"There are only beautiful stories, but no true feelings. In the end, they're just a pair of lovebirds … Erm, what I mean is hypocrisy, the hypocrisy of a gentleman's friendship," Zhu Minglang said.
"Keep a distance from Nan Lingsha," Li Yunzi reminded him again.
"Okay."
Zhu Minglang nodded. He almost raised four of his fingers and swore to the heavens that he would draw a clear line between himself and his sister-in-law. He would never covet her just because they looked alike!
…
After walking out of the Li Family's Imperial Courtyard, Zhu Minglang's expression became more serious.
Even though he was living a miserable life raising silkworms, it didn't mean he was clueless about the overall situation.
Li Yunzi was in a dangerous situation. She could be overthrown by the public's resentment at any time. When that happened, she would only end up in a more miserable state. With his current strength, there was no way he could turn the tide around.
Was she treading on thin ice, or was she trying to devise a strategy?
Unfortunately, everything was too urgent.
As a matter of fact, if he had more time, it was not impossible for him to become the Martial Highness of the Ancestral Dragon City. Little Bai Qi's growth was even faster than he had expected …
However, something was chasing after Li Yunzi. It was the reason why she was still worried no matter how many battles she had won.
She desperately wanted to establish a kingdom. Only a kingdom could give her a sense of security.
The thing that was pressuring her must be even scarier.
That being said, it wasn't all that heavy. Zhu Minglang felt proud when he recalled the words, "Even if you have ten thousand soldiers, there are only a few people you can trust."
In Li Yunzi's heart, he had always been such a reliable man!
She was able to see through his ordinary but handsome appearance to his true nature. His wife was indeed a discerning person.
After overcoming the difficulties together and then flying away together, the ordinary life had suddenly become unpredictable. It was even more exciting!
… …
In the courtyard, Shuang Er walked out from behind the thin screen. Her lively eyes were fixed on Zhu Minglang's figure. She waited until Zhu Minglang was completely gone before serving the freshly brewed tea.
"Young Mistress, I didn't expect the young master to be so courageous despite his gentle and easy-going appearance. He doesn't look like someone who came from a small place …" Shuang Er muttered beside Li Yunzi.
Li Yunzi looked up and stared at her maid.
Shuang Er didn't feel like she had said anything wrong at first. However, when she recalled how she had addressed Zhu Minglang, her cheeks immediately turned red. She hurriedly admitted her mistake and said, "Shuang Er is outspoken. Shuang Er knows she was wrong."
'Outspoken?'
'In other words, that's what this girl thinks!'
Li Yunzi waved her hand and dismissed the girl. She closed her eyes to rest and listened to the rain of flowers.
It was hard to say whether she could survive this crisis. Even if Li Yunzi had a trace of affection for her daughter, it would soon be washed away by the current situation.
… …
Li Family Imperial Courtyard Main Courtyard.
Nan Lingsha stood quietly in front of the pear wood hall. There was no one else in the hall. Only Li Ying was sitting on the main seat.
"No guards?" Li Ying asked in astonishment.
"Yes, she's drinking tea with Zhu Minglang," Nan Lingsha said.
"That shouldn't be the case. There's news that she's seriously injured. Why wouldn't she have any guards by her side?" Li Ying said doubtfully.
"Father, did you participate in Yunzi's matter in Eternal City?" Nan Lingsha asked.
"How is that possible! Even though she's been seizing the family's power and disregarding my reputation as the Patriarch and my father's, she's still my daughter. Why would I do such a heartless thing? "Li Ying said angrily.
"Then who did it? There are some things that only our family members know … Li Yunzi is like a madwoman. She's constantly seizing power and sending troops. If she's not seeking revenge, what is she doing?" Nan Lingsha asked in confusion.
"You just need to know one thing. I only hope for Zulong City to remain stable. Yunzi and I have different ideals. I will only confront her openly," Li Ying said in a calmer tone.
Nan Lingsha did not ask any further. She bowed and turned to leave.
"It's raining. Put on your windbreaker," Li Ying said.
"I'll take the palanquin."
"I'll ask my subordinates to bring the palanquin over. You wait here," Li Ying said.
"I want to go to Lantern River."
"Men, go and instruct the street labourers to clean up the river street." Li Ying shouted.
… …
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