ebookland Chapter 227 Inheritance to the Throne
Chapter 227 Inheritance to the Throne
Dark Moon Fairy lowered her head and walked hurriedly on the quiet street. Her steps were light and quick, as if she was avoiding something disgusting.
However, she did not escape the pursuit of Blood Shadow. Blood Shadow appeared behind her like a ghost, with a playful smile on his face, and asked with a smile: "You are running so fast, are you in a hurry to go back and be intimate with Master Xiao?"
Dark Moon Fairy stopped and pulled out a bright red umbrella from her waist to block Blood Shadow's steps. Her eyes were cold and firm, revealing a hint of determination.
"Don't follow me!" Her voice was low and powerful, full of warning.
Xueying didn't care. The corners of his mouth curled up slightly, and he said sarcastically: "Oh! Are you afraid that your Xiao Shizi will misunderstand? Don't worry! If he finds out, just kill him! I don't mind marrying a widow!"
Hearing this, Dark Moon Fairy's eyes became more murderous. The red umbrella in her hand flashed with a cold light, as if it could turn into a deadly weapon at any time.
"Shut up! Don't bother me again! Otherwise I'll kill you!" Her tone was full of threats and anger.
Xueying sighed pretending to be sad: "Oh my! Why is it always like this? As soon as we meet, we start shouting and killing each other. This hurts our feelings so much! Actually, I came here today to discuss a big deal with you!"
Hearing this, Dark Moon Fairy slowly put away the red umbrella in her hand, stared at the blood shadow with her beautiful eyes, and said lightly: "Just say it if you have something to say!"
Xueying's face straightened, and he said solemnly: "I heard that you will be responsible for escorting Xiao Xiao to Nanyi next. How about this, if you are willing to pay one thousand taels of gold, I can guarantee that the Soul-Destroying Sect will escort you safely to your destination!"
A sneer of disdain appeared on the corner of Dark Moon Fairy's mouth: "Humph! Do you think there is no one available in my Dark Moon Pavilion?"
Xueying responded with a smile, "Hehe, although the Dark Moon Pavilion is powerful, this mission will probably involve a lot of manpower, right? After all, you still need to leave enough forces to guard the General's Mansion and the Duke's Mansion. Oh, by the way, don't forget your distinguished aunt, the Imperial Concubine! So, one thousand taels of gold is not too much for you. How about considering it? This is a sure win deal!"
Dark Moon Fairy said sarcastically with a smile on her face, "Are you people from the Soul-Seeking Sect so anxious to use this gold to buy meat? Never mind! Let's make a deal!"
When Xueying heard this, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a light smile: "Then our sect will be waiting for your gold to buy meat!"
"I will send someone to deliver the gold to your house tomorrow!" Dark Moon Fairy's voice was like a breeze, floating in the air. Before she finished speaking, she flashed and disappeared without a trace after a few light leaps.
The blood shadow rushed out from another street and rushed towards the direction of Wu'an Palace...
The next morning, sunlight poured into the room through the window, and Xiao Jinghan and Luo Lingyue were preparing to go to the palace.
When Linglong was dressing Luo Lingyue, she lowered her voice and said to Luo Lingyue: "Miss, although you and your husband have just got married, you still have to take care of your health. Look at your dark circles, no matter how much powder you use, they can't be covered! Besides, your husband has some kidney deficiency, you have to take it easy!"
Luo Lingyue frowned and responded somewhat unhappily: "What nonsense are you talking about! It's not what you imagined at all!"
Linglong showed a surprised expression and whispered, "Is the son-in-law really incapable? I heard the housekeeper tell the servants that your wedding bed was broken and you need to get a new one! Miss, the son-in-law and you actually broke the bed! It's not what I imagined? How did the new bed break?"
Luo Lingyue's face instantly turned red, and she hurriedly urged: "Linglong, stop talking nonsense, hurry up and put on my makeup, we have to rush to the palace!" Her heart was full of shyness and embarrassment, and she didn't know how to respond to Linglong's words. She hoped to end this topic as soon as possible to avoid more misunderstandings.
Linglong didn't seem to notice Luo Lingyue's predicament, and continued to say with a smile: "Miss, you don't have to be shy! Things between husband and wife are normal. However, if the son-in-law is really in poor health, you can give him more nourishment. Or... ask the Sixth Young Master to come and see, he said he can help you get a boy in one fell swoop!"
Luo Lingyue sighed helplessly. She knew Linglong said this out of concern, but such a topic was really difficult for her to talk about. She decided to change the subject and asked, "Linglong, which dress should I wear to the palace today?"
Linglong finally stopped teasing her son-in-law and started to think seriously. She rummaged through the clothes in the closet, picked out a few gorgeous robes and accessories, showed them to Luo Lingyue, and gave her own suggestions.
Finally, Luo Lingyue chose a lavender dress, which, paired with exquisite jewelry, made her look particularly dignified and beautiful. She nodded with satisfaction and said to Linglong, "Let's choose this one. It looks very decent."
After dressing up, Luo Lingyue and Xiao Jinghan stepped out of the mansion together and set off for the palace. On the way to the palace, the carriage that Luo Lingyue and Xiao Jinghan were riding in drove slowly.
In the car, the two were silent, and the atmosphere was a little awkward. Luo Lingyue thought of Linglong's words, and couldn't help but steal a glance at Xiao Jinghan, muttering to herself: Is he really suffering from kidney deficiency?
Xiao Jinghan seemed to notice her gaze and turned to look at her with a hint of doubt in his eyes. Luo Lingyue quickly looked away, her cheeks flushed.
Not long after, the gorgeously decorated carriage arrived at the gate of the palace. As the wheels slowly stopped, Xiao Jinghan got off the carriage first, and he turned around to help Luo Lingyue get off the carriage.
They were dressed in gorgeous clothes and looked solemn, as if they were carrying an important responsibility. Then, this group of people walked steadily into this majestic and magnificent palace.
Entering the palace, I saw the emperor sitting on the dragon throne, surrounded by a group of ministers. Everyone stood with their heads bowed, not daring to be negligent. The emperor smiled, and his eyes revealed his expectation for the visitor.
When Xiao Jinghan and others approached, the emperor stood up, greeted them personally, and congratulated him: "Congratulations to Prince Wu'an Xiao Jinghan, for inheriting his father's title today!"
Xiao Jinghan hurriedly knelt down to express his gratitude in a loud voice: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace! I will live up to Your Majesty's expectations and defend our Dazhao country to the death!" The emperor nodded with satisfaction and motioned for him to stand up.
Then, the ceremonial officer on the side loudly announced the start of the ceremony. The whole ceremony was solemn and carried out in an orderly manner according to the established process. Every link was full of ritual sense, which made people stand in awe.
Finally, after a series of cumbersome formalities, Xiao Jinghan successfully inherited the title of King Wu'an. He once again thanked the emperor and said that he would fulfill his mission and serve the country loyally.
The emperor gave him some precious gifts to celebrate his succession to the throne. Then, Xiao Jinghan and Luo Lingyue turned around and left the palace. Their figures gradually went farther and farther, disappearing in the crowd outside the palace gate...