allonlinenovel Chapter 163 Princess
Chapter 163 Princess
"Is that so, Prime Minister?"
The witch doctor was brought out from behind. The prime minister's expression changed slightly but quickly returned to normal. He was just a bodyguard and nothing to be afraid of.
Chu Yuan asked, "There's something I'm curious about. You've always been seen as a good grandfather by outsiders. I've seen how much you've doted on the second son since he was a child. If you had supported him properly, he might have become the crown prince and enjoyed endless wealth and honor. Why take such a big risk?"
"Then I'll let you die knowing the truth. From childhood to adulthood, what I did to the Second Prince was less about love and more about spoiling him. I raised him to a high position, and if he didn't want to study, he didn't have to. That suited me perfectly. If he studied too much, he would inevitably have other ideas. If he didn't know anything, he would be easier to control."
"But he's your own grandson, how can you bear to part with him?"
The Prime Minister snorted: "You yourself said he's a grandson. I have plenty of grandsons; one more won't make a difference."
"If the second son knew, he would be heartbroken. He truly respects you from the bottom of his heart, even more so than I, his father."
"Those who achieve great things don't care about these things; you have to give up something to gain something."
"You hate me more than I do."
"Alright, Your Majesty, you know everything you need to know. Stop wasting time and hand over the Imperial Seal as soon as possible."
Is this what you want?
The Second Prince's deep voice rang out.
The Prime Minister turned around stiffly. Wasn't the Second Prince bedridden in the mansion?
The second prince, dressed in a black brocade robe, held the imperial seal high in one hand.
Did the Second Prince not hear what I just said? The Prime Minister forced a smile: "Your Highness, quickly bring the imperial seal. After you stamp it, you will be the emperor."
The second prince gave a forced smile: "Is that so? And then I'll be placed under house arrest until you or your grandson ascend the throne, is that right?"
"How...how could that be? Don't listen to other people's nonsense."
Stop pretending, I heard everything you just said.
The Prime Minister's face turned pale, then flushed: "Since that's the case, then hand over the Imperial Seal. If you cooperate well, I'll spare your life out of consideration for our family relationship."
"Take this life if you dare."
As he spoke, a large group of guards poured in from outside the palace.
"Protect His Majesty and slay the traitors"
"Yes"
The imperial guards protected the emperor behind them, while outside the palace, Chu Jingyan and Gu Yu'an fought fiercely.
"Why haven't the reinforcements arrived yet?"
While fighting the enemy, Gu Yu'an said, "Almost there, Your Highness, just hold on a little longer."
Just as they were exhausted, a red figure rode up on horseback.
"Your Highness, I am late. Please forgive me."
"Quickly annihilate the enemy forces, and you will be pardoned."
"Yes"
The figure in red glanced quickly at Gu Yu'an before joining the battle.
The outcome of the battle was known after about half an hour of fighting between the two armies.
"Those who lay down their weapons and surrender will be pardoned; those who insist on resisting and serving the traitors will be killed without mercy, and their parents and children will also be implicated."
The enemy soldiers exchanged glances and slowly lowered their swords.
"One squad of Imperial Guards surrendered"
"The Second Imperial Guard Unit surrendered"
"..."
The battle was declared a success.
The Prime Minister was captured and sentenced to immediate execution, along with the extermination of his entire clan. However, because the Second Prince had rendered meritorious service in saving the Emperor, the Second Prince and Consort Shu were not implicated.
Chu Jingyan and Gu Yu'an were both rewarded according to the law.
Princess Jinyang arrived in time with reinforcements, and was rewarded with ten thousand taels of silver and appointed as a commander of a thousand men to manage the women's army in the harem. His Majesty immediately declared that Princess Jinyang was a heroine among women and should not be sent for a marriage alliance.
The eldest princess even hosted a banquet to celebrate.
The court officials are also undergoing a major purge, with the prime minister and his entire staff being removed from office.
Gu Linglong nestled in Gu Yu'an's arms, listening intently to the story of the Prime Minister's rebellion that day, her eyes sparkling as she listened.
[Hey, is that Princess Jinyang on horseback? How does Princess Jinyang know my older brother?]
[I was wondering why the Princess had suddenly sent me a gift the other day. Could she have been using my name to inquire about you?]
Gu Yu'an's ears turned red. It turned out that several months ago, Jin Yang had heard from somewhere that the Princess wanted to tell him about her.
On his way to court, he pretended that his carriage had been hit, and when no one was paying attention, Jin Yang climbed into the carriage.
He picked up the knife from his boot and held it to Gu Yu'an's neck.
"You're Gu Yu'an?"
Gu Yu'an nodded blankly; he had never encountered a woman so bold before.
"Do you know who I am?"
Gu Yu'an shook his head: "This is my first time meeting you, young lady."
Gu Yu'an carefully moved the knife away slightly: "Miss, swords have no eyes; it wouldn't be good if anyone got hurt."
Gu Yu'an took out the money pouch from his waist: "Miss, this can be used to tide you over if you encounter any trouble."
Jin Yang's eyes widened: "You think I'm a robber?"
Gu Yu'an nodded as a matter of course; otherwise, what would he do?
Jin Yang looked at his clothes. In order to avoid attracting attention, he had specially bought a set of hemp clothes and smeared soot on his face. Looking at him, he did indeed look like a robber.
Jin Yang glanced at him: "Then why didn't you call for help?"
Gu Yu'an moved the knife away a little more: "Women already have it tough in this world. If I call for help, what will you do then?"
A strange feeling flashed through Jin Yang's mind: "I...I am Chu Jin Yang."
"Oh"
Chu Jinyang raised her eyebrows and her voice rose a few decibels: "Oh? I am Chu Jinyang, the Princess of Jinyang, bestowed with the imperial surname by His Majesty himself. And you just...?"
Should I bow to you?
This person is really strange. Everyone else fawns over her when they see her.
Chu Jinyang glanced at his knife still against someone's neck, then waved his hand: "Never mind, never mind."
"May I ask what business the princess has with me?"
Chu Jinyang then remembered the important matter: "Go and tell the Princess that you regret your marriage to me now. If you don't agree now, I will kill you."
Gu Yu'an: "?"
"I have never heard of such a thing."
Chu Jinyang frowned: "You don't know? You didn't do this?"
Gu Yu'an shook his head: "I've already broken off the engagement, and I have no interest in these things now."
Chu Jinyang glanced at him: "You'd better tell me the truth. I, Jinyang, will only marry someone I love. If you force me into a political marriage, I'll ruin my face."
Gu Yu'an asked with some curiosity, "What if marrying into that country would bring peace to both nations?"
Chu Jinyang thought for a moment: "If it can ensure the safety of the people and my mother, then I'll marry him. At worst, I can fake my death and escape."
Gu Yu'an lowered his head and smiled, just as his sister had said: patriotic, filial, and with a pure heart.
"why are you laughing"
Gu Yu'an gently shook his head: "Rumors about His Majesty wanting you to marry into a foreign land are everywhere now, which shows that His Majesty has really considered this. How do you plan to break this deadlock?"
Chu Jinyang pursed his lips: "I don't know."
Gu Yu'an smiled with his head down, while Chu Jinyang raised an eyebrow. "You have a way?"
"Just a humble opinion."
"tell me the story"
Gu Yu'an moved the knife that was held to his neck away.
"Call me brother and I'll tell you."