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Chapter 201: Housewarming <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Before the first snow of winter fell, the bustling streets of Yuyang suddenly became lively. The last time people were frequently coming and going here was to see the novelty of the beautiful child with different-colored eyes. Now, they were here for the same person, but those … Read more
Chapter 202: Peace and Harmony <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Zhiwei stood outside the study, twisting his fingers anxiously on the steps. It had been a while since they had moved from Huanyi building to the separate courtyard. Although everything regarding food, clothing, shelter, and transportation was excellent, the Shizi had been busy all this … Read more
Chapter 203: Anticipating <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Bai Shiyan stepped out of the palace, treading on the thick accumulated snow. Before he even reached the bridge to mount his horse, he saw a familiar carriage parked at a street corner, a bit away from the stone used to dismount. The person in the carriage … Read more
Chapter 198: Counsel on War <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> “It’s Chenzhou?” Mu Jingzhao was about to exclaim, but Liu Zhongming’s gaze stopped him, and he quickly lowered his voice, saying, “Zhongming, this is a matter of life and death for me. Don’t joke around!” There was no trace of amusement on Liu Zhongming’s face. … Read more
Chapter 199: Wind and Thunder <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The thin stream of water poured onto the leaves of the Wind Rain Orchid, gradually growing thicker. It pressed the entire flower to lean to one side, as if experiencing a violent storm. After one dipper of water was emptied, another followed suit. It was … Read more
Chapter 200 – Autumn Chill <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The drum sounded again. The young eunuch guarding the corner gate found a sheltered spot against the wall. There weren’t many people here, and even less at night. There was still time for a nap. Before closing his eyes, he straightened his body and listened … Read more
Chapter 195: Secret Chamber <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> After over a month of running around, Qu Chenzhou was indeed exhausted. When he rode the fast horse back to the capital, his wounds had nearly burst open. Meeting Emperor Yu was his last effort. Once he was brought back to the Star Gazing Pavillion and … Read more
Chapter 196: Breaking the Stalemate <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> “Given that all of you are in the capital, you should have a clearer understanding of what has happened than me and Shizi.” In the room, there was a table with six chairs, perfectly fitting for them to sit. Qu Chenzhou sat at the table, … Read more
Chapter 197: Rui Wang <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Liu Qingru held the child’s tiny hand in the palm of her hand, soft and gentle, bathed in the warm light, casting a delicate pink hue. In the afternoon sunlight, with clear skies, she leaned beside the cradle, humming a soft tune. She lovingly stroked the … Read more
Chapter 192: Mandarin Ducks <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Calculating the days, they had been away from the capital for quite some time. Although the three urged Qu Chenzhou to rest a few more days, his mind was preoccupied with matters, and he couldn’t sleep peacefully. The others could only follow his wishes. Thankfully, An … Read more
Chapter 193 – Portrait <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> When they emerged from the bathtub, the water had cooled considerably. Afraid of him getting cold again, Liu Zhongming wrapped the robe-covered figure in the blankets. When he returned with some tea, he saw Qu Chenzhou still staring with wide eyes at the curtains. “Get some … Read more
Chapter 194 – Dissolution <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> That night, neither of them slept soundly, fearing that if they closed their eyes, this miraculous fortune would vanish like a bubble, bursting apart. No matter what, Zhiwei was currently in the capital and was staying at Huanyi building. Even though Huai Wang was under house … Read more
