mtlumby2d Chapter 1734 Let Me Do It
Chapter 1734 Let Me Do It
If Lady Jiang is innocent and continues to serve as a concubine in the palace, but learns of such a secret that damages the dignity of the emperor, then it would be Li Changde's fault.
But now, Li Changde no longer has that concern, because she is destined to become a corpse.
Jiang Changzai stared intently at Li Changde, his eyes filled with disbelief: "You're lying!"
"Xingchen would never betray our true feelings. How could he possibly have another woman?!"
Li Changde coldly said, "The criminal woman, Madam Chu, confessed that the rebellious monk Xingchen once said that she was a red lotus he glimpsed in the boundless sea of suffering. She was the final test given to him by Buddha to help him overcome the obstacles of love and finally attain great freedom. She was also the only one who could ferry him to the other shore..."
"The convicted woman, Madam Feng, confessed that Xingchen said she and he were souls from the Three Lives Stone, and their reunion in this life was to continue their unfinished destiny. She was the only warmth he found in this mortal world..."
"Both of them said that Xingchen had praised them for their wisdom and kindness, which were incomparable to ordinary women. They were his only confidants and comfort on his path of cultivation."
“Mrs. Jiang, now tell me again, what exactly is the ‘true love’ between you and Xingchen?”
At that moment, Jiang Changzai's mind went completely blank...
She didn't want to believe Li Changde's words either.
But the facts left her no choice but to believe it.
These familiar words of love, Xingchen had said them to her before...
If it's fake, how did Lee Chang-deok know?
"No...it's impossible..."
Jiang Changzai protested, "Xingchen told me that I am different..."
Her explanation was weak and feeble; even she could hear the emptiness in her words.
"The so-called high monks understand people's hearts best, especially the lonely hearts of young girls who yearn to be treated specially."
Li Changde shook his head and said, "The same tricks and words, with slight modifications, can capture the hearts of one woman after another."
“Each of you thinks you are special to that lecherous monk. But you don’t know that in Xingchen’s eyes, you are no different. You are all just tools for him to satisfy his selfish desires and take revenge on the imperial power.”
Jiang Changzai's eyes widened suddenly.
All the self-deceiving beauty of the past, the belief that supported her to this day, collapsed at this moment!
It turns out... there's never anything truly unique.
It turns out... those heartfelt confessions that made her heart race and willingly throw herself into the fire were nothing more than bait thrown out by Xingchen!
So... so what she thought was an extraordinary love story was, in Xingchen's eyes, nothing more than a scheme...
"Heh...hehe..."
Jiang Changzai suddenly laughed.
I laughed until tears streamed down my face, and my head was buzzing.
Those things that once made her heart pound and made her willing to succumb to them have all become ugly and unbearable!
She was scammed...
Xingchen's feelings for her were fake from beginning to end!
What does it all mean to sacrifice her innocence, gamble her future in the palace, and bear the guilt towards her family?!
Seeing that Jiang Changzai's psychological defenses had been completely broken, Li Changde knew that the time was right and softened his tone to ask, "Jiang family, although Xingchen is dead, his remnants have not been eliminated."
"They colluded with Xiongnu spies to wreak havoc in the capital; their ambitions are far from small. Since you have had contact with them, you must know some inside information."
"If you tell these things in their entirety and help the court to purge the rebels and hunt down the foreign enemies, it may be considered as making amends for your crimes."
At this point, Li Changde paused, observing Jiang Changzai's reaction.
Seeing her expression shift slightly, he raised his voice: "His Majesty is wise and decisive, and his rewards and punishments are clear."
"If you can provide crucial clues to help the court eliminate treacherous officials, you might be able to save the Jiang family from peril."
Xingchen's feelings for her were a lie, and it wasn't worth her risking everything.
So... at least, at least she can't let her innocent relatives be buried with her for this ridiculous scam.
She had little hope left in this life, but if she could... if she could at least make up for what she owed her family...
Jiang Changzai slowly raised his head and looked at Li Changde: "...What does Eunuch Li want to know?"
Li Changde said in a deep voice, "Let's start from the first time someone contacted you after Xingchen's death."
Jiang Changzai began to recall intermittently...
……
Yongshou Palace.
Shen Zhinian had just finished bathing and was wearing a soft silk nightgown.
Her long, jet-black hair was loosely tied back with a simple jade hairpin. A few strands fell beside her neck, making her skin appear even more radiant and jade-like.
She leaned against the bed, her posture languid. The imposing presence she exuded during the day, the authority she held over the six palaces, was gone, replaced by a touch of feminine gentleness.
Granny Lin came over carrying a small porcelain bottle.
After the Empress became pregnant, she would carefully apply special essential oil to the Empress's skin every day to moisturize it and prevent stretch marks from appearing as the Empress's body grew heavier.
Lin Mama looked at Shen Zhinian with affection and said softly, "Your Highness, this old servant will serve you the oil."
Nangong Xuanyu took the porcelain bottle from her hand with his well-defined fingers: "Let me do it."
"Yes."
Lin Mama respectfully handed the porcelain bottle to the emperor, then bowed her head and withdrew.
The palace servants of Yongshou Palace were already used to His Majesty's favor towards the Empress.
It's not just about bestowing gifts or showering favors. His Majesty often personally takes care of these meticulous matters, finding joy in the process.
Nangong Xuanyu sat down by the bed and poured some essential oil into his palm.
When Shen Zhinian was pregnant with the fourth prince, she had already become accustomed to being served by Nangong Xuanyu.
Without the slightest hesitation, she naturally turned to the side, loosened the straps of her nightgown, and revealed a section of delicate skin.
The emperor's calloused fingers gently landed on Shen Zhinian's skin, slowly moving downwards and patiently spreading the oil evenly.
His movements were practiced and his strength was just right, as if he were handling a rare treasure.
Shen Zhinian narrowed her eyes slightly, like a cat being stroked.
When she looked up again, she saw a faint blue shadow in Nangong Xuanyu's eyes.
"Your Majesty must be very tired lately?"
Shen Zhinian said with concern, "No matter how busy you are with state affairs, Your Majesty's health is of utmost importance. I think you seem to have lost some weight."
Nangong Xuanyu continued what he was doing, and only hummed in response.
He never liked discussing state affairs with his concubines. After all, the world belonged to men, and women only needed to keep to their duties, enjoy flowers and the moon, and continue their lineage.
Saying more is pointless and will only breed trouble.
The only exception was Shen Zhinian.
Perhaps it was because the emperor saw her extraordinary vision and mind.
She never made unwarranted comments on matters of state, but listened quietly and offered him appropriate responses.
Therefore, the emperor was willing and accustomed to chatting with her about the political climate in the court during such private moments.
Just like any ordinary couple, chatting about everyday things.
"I am indeed preoccupied with some trivial matters."
Nangong Xuanyu pondered for a moment and said, "The north has been rather unsettled lately."