inspire-indiana Chapter 114 Temporary Separation
Chapter 114 Temporary Separation
Fan Qingyin's eyes turned cold. He stepped forward, seemingly wanting to say something. But Jiang Yu grabbed him.
The emperor's words, though eloquent, carried a clear and unambiguous implication. How could an empire under a monarchical system tolerate challenges to its authority? He was merely giving these nobles some face.
No matter how kind and amiable they may seem on ordinary days, it's all just a facade of the imperial lion. Besides, Fan Qingyin comes from the Aurora Empire. No matter how high his family's divine authority is in the Aurora Empire, that's still within the Aurora Empire. But right now, they are in the Ocean Empire.
So Jiang Yu pulled her husband back and shook her head slightly at him.
"Qingyin, Xiang Lan doesn't know anything yet, so you'll have to explain it to him properly." Jiang Yu looked at the panicked and anxious Xiang Lan and gestured to Fan Qingyin.
"At least... lords should be allowed to have their husbands by their side, Your Majesty. Is it not even one?" Xiang Lan looked at the emperor with a pleading expression.
Given his family background, he rarely had the opportunity to enter the palace and meet the emperor. However, his concern for his wife's current situation overcame his fear of royal power, and although he knew that it was not his place to speak in this situation, he still spoke up.
"What exactly are you worried about?" the emperor asked, somewhat puzzled and annoyed. "It can't be about security, can it?"
Everyone could hear the impatience in the emperor's tone. Xiang Lan's face turned pale, and she dared not say anything more.
“Ah Lan, just go back to the Xiang family. His Majesty the Emperor has made it very clear that he won’t wrong me and Xiao Yu. He’s just investigating necessary matters, and it won’t take long. Don’t worry, go back to the Xiang family and wait for me.” Chen Xin finished crying and straightened up from Xiang Lan’s arms.
“Yes, we are grateful to His Majesty the Emperor for resolving the matter this way. So, Qingyin, you should go back to the Jiang family with your father and mother first.” Jiang Yu nudged Fan Qingyin and then stood next to Chen Xin.
"Who can argue with that? Our Emperor is truly magnanimous," Lady Tiny said with a cold laugh, observing the unfolding events.
"In that case, everyone should disperse quickly. Go and enjoy the delicious food at the banquet. Let's go, Zhong Qin." Mrs. Tini was the first to leave. Zhong Qin paused, glanced at Chen Xin discreetly, and then followed her out.
Chen Xin held her head high, not glancing in Zhong Qin's direction even once. Although she felt nauseous after being betrayed, such a passionate love had indeed occurred, and only she knew the indelible scars it would leave on her.
I only hope that good and evil will be rewarded in the end, and that God will not let go of anyone who tramples on sincerity. I only hope that her devilish lover will die a horrible death, and that hell should be his final destination.
Lady Tinni's departure first displeased the Emperor. After all, as his wife, she had caused such a mess, and he, as her husband, had rushed to clean it up. Before the matter was even fully resolved, she had simply left without even waiting for him to come along, showing no respect whatsoever in front of the nobles.
The emperor, looking displeased, waved his hand and left with his attendants.
The servants who were left to lead Jiang Yu and Chen Chenxin were very considerate, giving them some space and time to say a few words to their families.
Jiang Ren said he would use all his abilities to find out the truth. As for the 'owl' part, he hadn't expected his daughter to be so bold. After receiving Jiang Yu's assurance that she was only investigating Chen Xin's location and information, he felt much relieved.
After all, many things can be controlled and manipulated by people. He believed that with his abilities and status, he could definitely protect the safety of his daughter and her friends.
So he comforted her, "Xiao Yu, just relax in the palace with your friends for a couple of days. Feel free to ask for whatever you want to eat or drink. Don't worry about saving the emperor money."
"..." Okay, thank you. Jiang Yu and Chen Xin remained silent.
Fan Qingyin, however, was somewhat worried. He felt uneasy leaving Xiaoyu alone in the palace. After all, the ever-watchful Lady Tini still lived there.
Although the emperor made a guarantee, Lady Tinie had lived in the palace of the Ocean Empire for many years and had long since cultivated her own power and network of relationships. Otherwise, she wouldn't have exaggerated the matter to such an extent, with countless people fueling the flames.
He pulled Jiang Yu aside and gave her a lot of earnest advice, which surprised Jiang Yu greatly. She really couldn't tell that Fan Qingyin had some of the qualities of a steward.
However, she still seriously agreed to the necessary precautions and points of attention that Fan Qingyin mentioned.
"Don't worry, Qingyin, I'm very safe in the palace. If you're asking where the safest place in the Ocean Empire is, what place can compare to the palace?"
“We’ll only be apart for a few days. By the way, Yi’s connections are pretty good, he’ll probably get the news soon. You must write to him as soon as you get back to explain what happened, so he doesn’t get carried away and cause any more trouble.” Jiang Yu said to Fan Qingyin with some concern.
"And Shuangshuang and the others, I didn't see her and Lanyu tonight, they were probably tied up with something, maybe they'll be at the ball in the next couple of days. Just so they know, remember to say hello to them too."
“I know all of that.” Fan Qingyin patted Jiang Yu’s head reluctantly. “Remember what I said. You must be careful with your diet. Madam Tini is full of malice. You must be wary no matter what.”
"Alright, then I'll wait in the palace for my knight to defeat the dragon and save me~ Qingyin, see you in a few days!" Jiang Yu suppressed her reluctance. For some reason, even though it was only a few days apart, it felt like the last time she would see him, making her so sad that she wanted to cry.
Perhaps I've gotten used to Qingyin's company, and I've started to become more sensitive and sentimental.
She turned around casually and tugged at Chen Xin, who was also saying goodbye to Xiang Lan. "Hey, Xin Xin, you haven't finished saying goodbye yet. Hug me in a few days!" Then she squeezed her eyes to suppress her tears.
"Oh, I know, I know!" Chen Xin was a little embarrassed. She stayed in Xiang Lan's arms the whole time and didn't say much in the serious manner.
"Lord Jiang Yu, Xin Xin is unfamiliar with this place, please take good care of her." Xiang Lan said earnestly, bowing deeply to Jiang Yu.
“Of course,” Jiang Yu quickly helped him up. “Xiang Lan, it’s only a few days anyway, why don’t you and Qingyin go stay at the Jiang family’s house for a while and come pick us up together? You’ll get any news faster that way, don’t you think?”
"Then I'll have to trouble you." Xiang Lan thought so too, but he didn't want to bring it up himself. He was really grateful that Jiang Yu brought it up.
As Jiang Yu and her companions entered the depths of the palace under the guidance of their attendants, Fan Qingyin and her group quickly left the palace and returned to the Jiang family.