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"Of course, no one in the world has the right to test your Majesty's secrets. However, if your Majesty is willing to talk to you, I will listen to you."
"What did you just call yourself?"
"Concubine?"
Ming Jin asked back, and Chu Lu said thoughtfully, "This title is not suitable for you. I have said before, you and I are equal."
He walked to the front of Ming Jin, not too close or too far away, just at a moderate distance so that he could clearly see her features without offending her.
Ming Jin felt his caution and lowered his eyes slightly, "I don't dare."
She returned to her dignified and restrained demeanor, and was extremely distant.
This seemed to make him a little unhappy.
"Actually, you and I are not equal."
"I am a fake and not qualified to be your husband."
He noticed the slight pressure on her brows, as if she had finally confirmed this huge secret.
Unable to bear the secret and complicated thoughts in his heart, he couldn't help but cross the distance, get close to her, next to her body, lowered his head, and asked her gently: "What about you, do you feel particularly sick now?"
Ming Jin couldn't move, but he smiled.
"Your Majesty has misunderstood. I married you just because you are your Majesty. As for who you were before Your Majesty, I don't care. Just like if I weren't Xie Mingjin, you wouldn't marry me."
"I can."
Ming Jin was startled, then he grinned, "I have a harem of three thousand, and there are so many beautiful women. I am famous throughout the country for my lustful reputation, and you, Xie Ming Jin, are just a great beauty, don't you know?"
Apart from anything else, this fake emperor is really sweet-tongued.
"I have given you too much credit. I wonder what you are going to do with me next?"
"Then it depends on how you want to deal with me. Do you want to find the real Chu Lu, your real destined husband?"
As soon as he said this, he noticed that Ming Jin looked slightly surprised, "Why, you still don't know that Xu Qiubai is the real Chu Lu?"
He asked with a half-hearted smile.
Ming Jin took a deep breath, raised his eyes and looked at him, "Is he Chu Lu? No wonder he hates my Xie family to the core, insists on killing my father, and insists on plotting against me."
"What you said is wrong." He chuckled and stretched out his hand to clean her hair at the temples. "It was not your father who did such a big thing as changing the crown prince, but your grandfather. This way, the time is right.
superior."
Ming Jin indeed thought of it.
It seems that her grandfather was also forced into a desperate situation. He hated the late emperor and the Chu family, and he did not hesitate to help do this secret thing to cut off the foundation of the Chu family.
To sum it up, her grandfather was indeed the crown prince's Taibao, and was the most trusted person of the prince...
"So, there is actually another reason why he wanted to kill your father."
Ming Jin narrowed his eyes, "He had a premonition that my father was cooperating with you, and he began to doubt his identity, so he struck first?"
"That's not all. His mother Qin died at the hands of your father that year because the Qin family also intervened in the Red Stone Valley."
"Speaking of which, you two are also pitiful. You were childhood sweethearts, but it turned out that the two families plotted against each other and had a bloody hatred for each other..."
"Your Majesty, don't worry. No matter whether there are these grievances or not, I will never look back."
Ming Jin noticed that the presence or absence of this person was deepening the gap between her and Xu Qiubai.
There was actually no need, but she had to express her position.
Chu Lu looked at her deeply, "You mean you won't change your previous choice and you won't regret marrying me?"
"As long as I remain your Majesty."
Ming Jin should be very decisive, "Yes."
She doesn't care who her future husband is.
"Your Majesty and I have a common enemy. As for what kind of people we are, it doesn't matter. All in all, the crimes committed by the Xie family can be punished by the nine clans several times. With my status, I am afraid that I am worse than a prostitute.
It's worse than that, who have the right to find fault with you?"
"So, please remember our original intention of getting married. Now that we have taken this step, please don't look back."
She was so determined that Chu Lu couldn't see any unnecessary emotion about this marriage in her eyes.
He was silent for a moment and smiled.
"Okay, then you and I will work together to take down that old thing."
"By the way, he went to court today. He is very good at acting. He accused his descendants of being unworthy, took the initiative to plead guilty, and even said that he would be relieved of his official position. But after all, he has great authority and reputation, and there is no evidence. I can't say
Because of what he did, there is no way to get rid of him directly. We can only let him stay at home temporarily. This is his way of retreating."
Ming Jin raised his eyebrows.
Chu Lu asked Yao Yuan to come in, and the latter unlocked Ming Jin's acupuncture points, and the three of them took photos.
Yao Yuan lowered his head and said: "I looked at him from a distance. The depth of this person's martial arts is currently unknown. Whether he is seriously injured and dying, or has recovered, we cannot be sure."
The book of Baiyi Jianxuelou. Baiyi has been seriously injured and has no fighting power for the time being. Fei Wudao has also been seriously injured. Now he doesn't know where to recover from his injuries.
The only remaining combat power is Yao Yuan and Qin Baiyi, but they may not be able to keep him.
If you take action, the risk is too great. If you don't guarantee it, you will lose everything.
"The Xie family and I used to be his playthings. Since Chu Zheng left, he has been the actual ruler of the Zhao Kingdom. However, he was also afraid of the White Sword Snow Tower back then, and arranged for me to do this before he achieved great success in martial arts.
A puppet has manipulated the Xie family's secrets, making it impossible for your father and I to seek help from the White Sword Snow Tower. This is his game."
indeed so.
Ming Jin thought for a moment and said, "He even controlled Xu Qiubai."
If the Guangling Valley Master is his subordinate, then after changing the prince, both the real prince and the false prince will be under his control.
"Yeah, when I knew Xu Qiubai was the real Chu Lu, I still wondered why he didn't go to Shu Baiyi for help. Now I understand."
Ming Jin realized that he was looking at her.
She doesn't speak.
"The dignified prince's face has been greatly changed. All traces related to Chu Lu have been destroyed. He was raised by a cult as a male favorite. He doesn't know how much blood he has on his hands. Let's not talk about the secrets he mentioned for the time being. Shu Baiyi
Believe it or not, even if you believe it, he will never be able to return to Chu Lu."
He was laughing when he said this.
As a fake, he is neither proud nor sarcastic. He seems to have no emotion at all, as if he is talking about common romantic things.
"As a man, I actually understand his choice."
Ming Jin smiled and said, "No one can go back to their past selves."
Her indifference and ruthlessness are even worse than his.
Chu Lu was stunned for a while and said: "Li Baiyi is waiting for you outside. I won't delay you. Let's talk in the evening."
"Is there anything else you want to see? About this hiding place where I used to be."
There seemed to be some testing and expectation in his tone.
Ming Jin noticed it, but turned around and left.
She didn't notice the gloom in Chu Lu's eyes.
She also didn't notice that he was hiding behind the window watching her leave with Li Baiyi.
"Yao Yuan, how do you manage to remain silent to the one you love all your life?"
Yao Yuan lowered his head and said hoarsely: "Because I feel unworthy."
Chu Lu smiled.
"I'm not as good as you. I always want her to know, but I'm especially afraid of her knowing."
"But now it seems that it doesn't matter whether she knows or not, because she doesn't believe it and doesn't care."
Ming Jin left Xie's house with Li Baiyi and went to Xianlou again.
Both of them wore masks and had outstanding postures, but others did not dare to look at them.
Li Baiyi was curious, "Are you going to meet someone?"
"It's hard for me to go see Senior Qin now. I broke the contract first and I have to apologize. There are some delicious food here. You can take some back for me."
Li Baiyi was stunned and then smiled, sweeping away the gloomy mood these days.
Carrying a basket of food, on the way back to the palace, they saw the dusk scene in front of them, and an old man blended into the glow.
Li Baiyi was startled and was about to salute when she suddenly felt Ming Jin grab her wrist and pull her back.
Li Baiyi understood instantly.
It's him?!
"I'm a humble minister, see you, your empress." Even though he is old, the graceful Dazai-sama looks like a celestial being standing in the dusk.
Ming Jin steadied his breathing and watched him salute quietly. After a moment, he smiled faintly and saluted back.
"I've met Dazai."
"Is Dazai's injury okay?"
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Su Dazai has a deep foundation, and his reputation is the highest in the history of Zhao Kingdom, second only to Taizu and Xie family ancestors.
Therefore, even if something happened to Su Shenzhi, he himself would not be much harmed, but the scary thing is - he doesn't seem to care about his children and grandchildren at all.
Today, the list he asked for punishment included many crimes against members of the Su family, and his violent tactics attracted praise from both the government and the public.
But many veterans felt cold in their hearts.
Including the current Ming Jin.
"Thanks to you, my wife, my old bones, which have not moved for many years, have relaxed a little. I feel better than before."
Li Baiyi was taken by the terrifying aura and subconsciously held the sword, but Ming Jin smiled and said, "What Dazai said is polite. I'm afraid I will have to work harder in the future to make your body more flexible, Dazai."
Su Dazai also smiled and walked slowly over, "How about today?"
Ming Jin also smiled: "Then today."
Su Dazai narrowed his eyes, suddenly stamped his feet, and looked towards the forest on the left and the city wall on the right behind Ming Jin.
"It turns out that Your Majesty is also here. Isn't Superintendent Yao staying by the Crown Prince's side?"
"And Girl Qin is here too."
The white clothes in the forest flew to the bamboo tops, and Yao Yuan and Chu Lu had reached the city wall without knowing when.
Su Dazai and Chu Lu looked at each other. The former smiled lightly and said, "Your Majesty, you have really grown up now. You are fearless for a woman."
Ming Jin knew in his heart that this person was referring to his identity. After all, Qin Baiyi was here.
But Chu Lu was not afraid of him exposing him. The old god said: "Dazai has supported Gu for many years. There is no credit but hard work. However, Gu knows where your heart has been these years. For this person, there will always be some weaknesses in the hands of others throughout his life."
Yes, you have it alone, Dazai, you naturally have it too."
"Winning the one you love and living a peaceful life is a person's highest pursuit in life. Why do you want so much?"
Chu Lu's words were so upright and noble.
Su Dazai also had a good demeanor, smiled and said nothing, and finally took two steps back, got on the carriage, and said, "Then please give me your permission."
The carriage drove away quietly.
There must be a secret in it, but Qin Baiyi couldn't ask more questions, because of the rules and restrictions, he didn't care about politics, he just listened to his orders.
When saluting Qin Baiyi, Chu Lu also took a step back and returned the salute, "Master Qin is so polite. I'm really grateful for your trouble."
"Your Majesty, you're welcome. I'm here today because of the Queen."
Qin Baiyi's heart is purer than Li Baiyi's. Sometimes she has deep thoughts and a thorough understanding of the world, and sometimes she is extremely upright.
Not even a bit of face was given to the king.
Chu Lu laughed and looked at Ming Jin beside him, "Well, my wife is indeed more lovable. It seems that Dazai's strength has recovered a lot. You and Yao Yuan may not be opponents, so we can only wait for Fei
Let’s wait until Wu Dao or Senior Shu recovers... He may take action again in the future, so I have to ask you to spend more time with A Jin when you have time."
As soon as he said this, Ming Jin frowned, "It's not safe for Senior Shu to stay alone in Baiyi Jianxue Tower. Qin Baiyi must be there. As for me, I'll just go out less often in the future."
Chu Lu nodded, "Well, if the two of us are together more, Yao Yuan won't have to be busy. That's good."
Ming Jin: "..."
She has never been in contact with such a shameless person.
Qin Baiyi looked back and forth between the two of them without saying anything, but Li Baiyi handed her the food. Knowing that it was Ming Jin's intention, she smiled very happily, reached out to touch Ming Jin's head, and then left calmly.
Ming Jin turned around and saw Yao Yuan's eyes. She was stunned for a moment, her heart fluctuated slightly, but she soon calmed down.
After returning to the palace, Ming Jin finished taking a bath. It was already night, and when he came out of the bath, he saw Chu Lu letting someone set up a table for food.
There was still a little moisture all over her body. She looked up at him and glanced at the still hot dishes on the table.
It seems to be Xianlou’s cuisine.
"Have you changed your taste?"
"No, you seem to like it very much. You even gave it to others to eat. I'll try it and see how delicious it is."
This tone is a bit strange and sour.
"Actually, it's not as delicious as the ones in the palace." Ming Jin said calmly.
"It depends on who gave it to you. Didn't you see how happy Master Qin was just now? It's like he got a gift from his own daughter. If it were me getting food from you, then I would have to...
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"At your age, you can't be my father."
"..."
Chu Lu was choked. He poked the delicious noodles with his chopsticks and said faintly: "Da Ya, you are not cute anymore."
In front of these palace people, Ming Jin couldn't help but call him a bastard, so he could only smile lightly but said nothing.
Chu Lu waved the others to leave, and then handed her a pair of chopsticks.
Ming Jin took it and sat across from him, only to realize that he had asked someone to change the table.
This table is very small. If we eat together, the distance will be close and we will be extremely close, just like ordinary couples...
Ming Jin lowered his head to drink the soup and did not comment.
Chu Lu, on the other hand, has a good appetite. He does not look like someone who has discovered the secret of his identity. He is open-minded and open-minded, sometimes like a child, and sometimes very calculating.
Tonight... Dazai's appearance may also be part of his plan.
As for Dazai's willingness to take a step back, it was not because of the leverage in Chu Lu's hands.
From the looks of it, the two of them have a temporary agreement.
So, will Chu Lu tolerate the existence of the other party for his own benefit in the future?
This defeats her purpose.
Ming Jin had doubts in his heart, but he didn't show it and just ate calmly.
She followed the etiquette and did not chat while eating, but he seemed to have violated all etiquette and talked a lot. He insisted on her introducing the food because he knew about Xianlou.
"Your Majesty, actually I haven't eaten a few times."
"Then you take me to eat more times next time."
"..."
Like a child, he was very clingy, and Mingjin couldn't bear it, so he had no choice but to agree.
After eating, he had no intention of leaving.
Ming Jin didn't care and asked someone to put away the bowls and chopsticks. He saw Chu Lu walking back and forth with his hands behind his back and his brows furrowed.
"Thinking about Dazai?"
"No, I've eaten too much and I'm a little exhausted. I'll take a walk to eat."
"..."
Ming Jin was speechless and could only turn around and go to the study to get a book to read.
Not long after, the foodie came in and asked her something serious.
"You don't care about the forces outside? Do you want me to send someone to loosen up your people and let them in?"
When Ming Jin suddenly heard these words, his mind moved slightly and he looked at him.
"Is there anything your Majesty can do? Do you need me to take action?"
"No, I just want you to be useful. I have a harem of three thousand, don't you want to fight with me?"
This time Ming Jin couldn't hold back and tilted his head and smiled.
Chapter completed!