The princess's heart trembled, a wave of grievance and sadness washing over her. Her son had actually criticized her like this?! This was unprecedented. Even today, her dutiful son, Mu Yunhe, had criticized her, and for another woman no less! Logically, the princess shouldn't be angry; after all, Luo Zhiheng had gone for her son's sake, and she should admire and be grateful to her. But Mu Yunhe's defense of Luo Zhiheng only made the princess feel ashamed and sad.
"Mother didn't allow Luo Zhiheng to go, but Luo Zhiheng insisted on going. Could Mother possibly stop her forcefully? Yunhe, it's not that Mother isn't worried about her, but for Mother, your life is more important." At this moment, the Princess could only speak her mind, deliberately siding with Mu Yunhe out of anger and ignoring Luo Zhiheng.
"So you're willing to let Aheng go to his death?" Mu Yunhe roared furiously, completely losing his composure in front of his mother. He only knew that his Aheng was about to be humiliated and bullied because of him, and he only knew that his mother, knowing that Aheng was facing such danger, had ignored it and even concealed it from him until now! Si Luo blinked.
That's plenty of time; if anything were to happen, it would be more than enough!
Mu Yunhe's heart trembled, his whole body shivered and felt icy cold. It was a feeling more terrifying than despair, a feeling called destruction! 14.
Just thinking about how Luo Zhiheng was currently humiliated, tears welling up in her eyes, humbly abandoning her pride, and ruining herself for him, Mu Yunhe, made Mu Yunhe want to kill himself! If he died, he wouldn't have to involve and drag Luo Zhiheng down like this!
"What are you saying? Is your mother that kind of person? But even if she goes, nothing might happen! Don't always think the worst. Maybe she'll be back soon?" The princess was also angry. Being misunderstood by her son was painful, but she quickly calmed down. Why be jealous of her daughter-in-law? It would only make things difficult for her son.
"It's been so long, and she still hasn't returned. Mother, are you really so at ease with yourself?" Mu Yunhe's forehead veins bulged, his entire face contorted with rage. He roared, his anger seemingly about to burst, "Even if Aheng really brought me a chance at life, a hope to live! But if it was something she bought with her body, her tears, and her dignity, do you think I could accept it? What do you take Aheng for? Someone I can sacrifice and give up for my sake anytime, anywhere?"
"She's not!!" Mu Yunhe shouted, followed by a deafening, violent coughing fit that felt like his lungs were about to burst, which terrified the princess and Xiao Xizi.
"Alright, alright, it's all my fault, I'm the one who deserves to die. Yunhe, don't be angry. I'll send someone to bring her back right away and treat her like royalty, okay? Don't be angry, don't be anxious." The princess hurriedly tried to calm Mu Yunhe down, tears streaming down her face.
Mu Yunhe finally caught his breath, but his face was now deathly pale. He gave a bitter, sorrowful smile and said, "She is not someone who can be abandoned at any time. Mother, Aheng is not!"
Mu Yunhe grasped the princess's hand, his knuckles turning white, his eyes bright and resolute as he said, "No one can easily decide her life. She is the most important light in my life. From the moment she appeared in my son's life, it was destined that whether I could live or not had nothing to do with anything else. As long as Luo Zhiheng is by my side, I will have the courage to live. Whether I want to live or not has been beyond my control since the day she came. As long as she is by my side, as long as she is willing to hold my hand and walk with me, as long as she has the confidence to carry me, this burden, forward, then even if I can't hold on any longer, I will hold on to my last breath and follow her forward! As long as she doesn't let go of my hand, I will not give up on myself first!"
“Between her and me, we have long transcended the ordinary relationship between a man and a woman. She is not only my wife, but also my mentor, my best friend, and the most important person I can never give up! Mother, do you know that your selfish hesitation today has not only ruined Luo Zhiheng, but also all my hopes?”
The despair Mu Yunhe felt was palpable in his sorrowful words. His intense anger nearly tore apart his gentle exterior. His beloved mother had caused him such disappointment and pain for the first time today. Even though this matter was not his mother's fault, she should have told him sooner. If he had known earlier, he would never have let Luo Zhiheng go.
He didn't want the chance to live that Luo Zhiheng had sacrificed herself for!
The princess's face was also deathly pale. She hadn't expected Mu Yunhe to value Luo Zhiheng so much. The grief and panic Mu Yunhe was showing at this moment, and the reluctance and care he showed when mentioning Luo Zhiheng between the lines—what else could it be but liking or love?
Her son actually fell in love with Luo Zhiheng?!
What shocked the princess was that Mu Yunhe seemed unaware that such care was called affection. Having never experienced the prince's love, the princess felt conflicted about Luo Zhiheng. She both hoped her son could find a beautiful love she had never experienced, and yet she didn't want anyone to divide all the care her son showed her. She knew that once a man falls in love with a woman, that woman could very well surpass his mother's status.
The princess hesitated, wondering whether she should tell Mu Yunhe about this discovery. Her son, whose life was as pure as a blank sheet of paper, had found love. Would this be a vibrant stroke of color in Mu Yunhe's life, or an indelible wound?
Before the princess could make a decision, Mu Yunhe's actions nearly scared her out of her wits!
"Yunhe, what are you doing?!" the princess exclaimed. Seeing Mu Yunhe staggering barefoot and walking out, the princess was so frightened that she quickly stopped him.
"I'm going to find Aheng! I must bring Aheng back! Even if I die, I will die with a clear conscience! I've already burdened Aheng too much, I can't let her bear the stigma of being unchaste and impure before I die!" For the first time in his life, Mu Yunhe confronted his beloved mother, his firm and furious gaze unwavering for the first time despite the tears in her eyes.
Some things cannot be hesitated over; if you hesitate even for a moment, you will miss out on a lifetime!
The princess was also stunned by Mu Yunhe's wild and cold gaze. In a daze, she seemed to see the young King Mu who had made her fall in love back then. He was just as tall and handsome. At this moment, Mu Yunhe was furious, but between his brows, there was a youthful spirit that could no longer be concealed by his sickly appearance! Unstoppable and incomparably sharp!
"Alright, Mother won't stop you. Mother will go with you to bring Heng'er back." The Princess Consort compromised. Since Luo Zhiheng was the person her son had chosen, she would also value Luo Zhiheng.
"Mother, thank you." Mu Yunhe felt ashamed and grateful, but this couldn't dispel his anxiety and urgency. He put on his shoes, threw on a cloak, and hurriedly went out. He staggered, his body unsteady, and the princess and Xiao Xizi supported him on either side, making their progress extremely slow. But he took each step firmly and with all his might. He thought that it didn't matter if he couldn't walk fast enough, but with each step he took, he was one step closer to his Aheng.
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171 Ah Heng is in trouble, and masters come out in droves!
Updated: 2013-07-13 15:17:04 Word Count: 3550
The sky seemed to be pressed down by layers of dark clouds, a dense, oppressive mass, like the iron hooves of an enemy closing in, whipping the leaves and houses violently, and stirring up unrest in people's hearts. Amidst the flashes of lightning and thunder, the wind howled mournfully, the dark clouds shifting and changing shape, each one like a demonic messenger from hell, baring its fangs and grinning maliciously in the sky, anticipating its wicked deeds.
The carriage bumped along the rugged mountain road. Today, Luo Zhiheng was alone, with no one following her except for a coachman.
The intermittent flashes of lightning and thunder in the sky, like the roars of wild beasts, kept Luo Zhiheng on edge, as if something terrible was about to happen.
Her brow furrowed slightly, and her hand unconsciously tightened its grip on the cane hidden at her waist. Sensitive to the touch, she instinctively raised her guard, as if the howling wind carried a hint of cruelty, making her even more vigilant. But what was she worried about? 14.
Suddenly, the carriage jolted violently, swaying from side to side at great speed. Luo Zhiheng was thrown to one side and bumped against the carriage wall. She quickly asked, "What happened?"
The coachman, speaking breathlessly from outside, said, "It's nothing, I just tripped over a big rock. Is Miss alright?"
Luo Zhiheng was relieved. After all, he was a coachman from the Silver Moon Kingdom. She said, "I'm fine. You can hurry up and drive without worrying about me."
"Alright!" the coachman replied, and the sound of the whip cracking rapidly against the horse could still be clearly heard; everything was so peaceful.
But beneath the calm, there was a sense of oppressive tension, as if a storm was brewing. Luo Zhiheng felt her breathing become rapid and her chest feel tight. Just then, a bolt of lightning, like a bolt of lightning, suddenly fell from the sky, followed by a loud crack and a deafening clap of thunder. Luo Zhiheng's heart tightened as well.
The carriage suddenly slowed down at that moment. Luo Zhiheng felt the carriage slow down and was about to speak when the curtain was lifted and a figure rushed in like a ghost. She had no time to react and instinctively reached for her cane, but her shout was abruptly stopped by the figure's lightning-fast hand.
Luo Zhiheng was swiftly struck in the sleeping acupoint by the newcomer, and she slumped onto the spacious chair, her delicate face still bearing the lingering anger.
The man in black raised one hand and, surprisingly, still held the reins. He pulled hard through the carriage curtain, and the carriage stopped instantly. The horse seemed to understand him and stood still.
The man in black then threw down the reins and turned to look at Luo Zhiheng in her seat. Upon seeing her, he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.
He couldn't forget the moment he lifted the carriage curtain and rushed in, the overwhelming amazement he felt upon seeing this face. Zang Tianwu found it strange; they were clearly two identical faces, so why didn't he feel the disgust and repulsion he had expected when he saw this face? He had assumed that twin sisters were similar, but after just one glance at Luo Zhiheng, Zang Tianwu changed his mind.
Although he hadn't spoken to her, the murderous intent and ruthlessness in her eyes, along with her sensitivity to danger, instantly made him fall for her! Her defeat at his hands was a coincidence and a trap; otherwise, Zang Tianwu doubted whether he could have so easily subdued this perceptive woman.
She was completely different from that vicious woman, Luo Ningshuang!
This thought lessened Zang Tianwu's dislike for Luo Zhiheng considerably, but that was all. He wanted freedom and to avoid owing favors, so today he could only feel sorry for Luo Zhiheng. However, such a ruthless woman was far superior to Luo Ningshuang, who only pretended to be weak; at least she gave him an overwhelming desire.
"I can be a little gentler with you, though." Zang Tianwu's deep voice was tinged with desire, hoarse and rough as his large hands gently stroked the delicate skin of her cheek, its smooth, soft texture irresistible to the touch. He chuckled, his cold face instantly softening with a warmth that seemed to transport him from hell to earth: "You do have beautiful skin, like ice and jade. It's a real shame you're with a living dead like Mu Yunhe."
He used the most despicable means and the most unexpected methods to knock Luo Zhiheng unconscious, and now he wants to take advantage of her in her distress. It is truly immoral, but morality is obviously not important compared to his freedom.
Zang Tianwu was born ruthless, and at this moment he was doing the coldest thing in the world with a warm smile.
With a tearing sound, the sound of brocade being ripped through the air mercilessly and cruelly foreshadowed the terrible thing that was about to happen.
He was trapped in a prison of wind. He tore Luo Zhiheng's clothes apart, layer upon layer, leaving not a single intact garment to cover her body. Looking at her perfect body hidden beneath the tattered clothes, even the cold and aloof Zang Tianwu couldn't help but breathe rapidly. His large hands couldn't resist lingering on her collarbone and neck.
"Perfect, what a pity that such a perfect body will soon become a slut, a whore in people's mouths. Luo Zhiheng, you can't blame me, blame your ruthless sister and your favor with the emperor." Zang Tian murmured mercilessly, finally reaching his wicked hand under Luo Zhiheng's tattered skirt, to the last piece of clothing covering her...
Without any mercy, he tore her panties to shreds. His usually cold eyes quickly turned bloodshot, burning with desire. Ignoring the cane that had fallen beside Luo Zhiheng, he pounced on her like a wild beast, but at the very moment he was about to touch her, the hair on his body stood on end!
With a whoosh, the sound of a sharp blade slicing through the air came with overwhelming force, tearing straight through the carriage curtain and flying towards Zang Tianwu!
Zang Tianwu's face turned ashen. He flipped over and landed awkwardly to the other side. He was filled with suspicion and uncertainty. There were very few people who could appear and disappear behind him so suddenly, and the fact that he hadn't noticed them in time made it even more terrifying. What shocked him most was that in that instant, he felt not just one or two, but at least dozens of killing intents. These clashes collided, forming a massive and terrifying energy, each one heading straight for him without fail! 15898403
Who is Luo Zhiheng? How come she has so many people secretly protecting her?!
In a flash, Zang Tianwu already had the idea of retreating. Freedom was important, but not as important as his life, and now was the best opportunity to leave. Strangely, all the murderous intent that had been swirling together just now vanished the moment that hidden weapon appeared.
A soft, effeminate voice, neither male nor female, suddenly rang out in the gloomy, oppressive air: "You dare to provoke the person I chose? Tell me, do you want to die a violent death or a gruesome one?"
Zang Tianwu's pupils contracted; for a moment, the sound made him feel as if his neck was being gripped tightly.
This is a master! An absolute master!
"I was only asked to do this because I had no other choice." Zang Tianwu was not lying. He was not afraid of one person outside, but he would have to think about a group of people. However, he did not leave the carriage. He could use Luo Zhiheng to save his life in a critical moment.
"Oh? If this is not your intention, I might consider letting you go, but you must tell me who wanted to harm her." The effeminate voice rang out again, arrogantly leaving Zang Tian no room to refuse.
"Hmph! If I want to leave, you alone can't stop me." Zang Tianwu said ruthlessly, and suddenly he grabbed Luo Zhiheng's tattered clothes and threw them away.
The moment the clothes flew off with overwhelming power, a gentle breeze rippled through the air. Immediately following was a man's soft yet malevolent voice: "You've tricked me! Hand over Luo Zhiheng, or I'll tear you to pieces if a single hair on her is missing!"
"Young friend in the carriage, don't even think you can hurt her. If she loses even a single hair, I won't spare you. You haven't killed anyone in decades, so if you actually draw blood, that would be your good fortune!" Suddenly, an old and heavy voice appeared out of nowhere, like a great bell striking the air, and a powerful force was sent along with the gale.
In the blink of an eye, it disappeared into the carriage without any attack. However, this voice, which contained the infinite power of the mysteries of heaven and earth, made Zang Tianwu grunt and spit out a mouthful of blood uncontrollably, which landed on Luo Zhiheng, who was already in a sorry state.
Zang Tianwu's face turned pale. He never expected to encounter such a peerless master, an old monster, today! But why would such a powerful figure appear beside Luo Zhiheng?! It's just a little girl; why are these old fogies making such a fuss?!
“This junior was unaware that a senior was here. I hope you will forgive my offense. May I ask if I have the honor of knowing your esteemed name?” Zang Tianwu said in a deep voice from inside the carriage. He was determined to avenge this attack one day!
The sound in the air seemed to come from all directions with the force of thunder, and a loud and terrifying character was etched into this landscape: "Tong!"
The Tong family, renowned scholars!
Almost instantly, both the handsome prince and Zang Tianwu thought of Mu Yunhe's maternal grandparents, the Tong family. No wonder so many powerful figures were hidden here, yet no one spoke except this one. It turned out they underestimated Luo Zhiheng's standing in the Tong family's eyes. Or perhaps, they underestimated Luo Zhiheng's standing in Mu Yunhe's heart!
Among such ancient noble families, there must be unparalleled masters whose skills have been passed down for thousands of years. However, with them appearing beside Luo Zhiheng, the handsome prince should seriously consider Luo Zhiheng's greater value.
Zang Tianwu was utterly terrified. He had offended a group of powerful figures, and was even explicitly told that he had also offended the renowned scholar Tong family. Could there be anything more tragic than this? He hadn't gained any benefits, hadn't completed his mission, and had lost a great deal of face. Zang Tianwu now completely hated Luo Ningshuang. They were both biological sisters, but look at the people around Luo Zhiheng, then look at the people around Luo Ningshuang. The difference in character and status was obvious, like heaven and earth!
Zang Tianwu scooped up the unconscious Luo Zhiheng and leaped out of the carriage. There was no movement around, only a breathtakingly handsome man in purple robes standing arrogantly and languidly opposite the carriage. He viciously threw Luo Zhiheng in the opposite direction, and seeing the handsome man in purple rushing towards Luo Zhiheng's body, Zang Tianwu swiftly fled!
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Chapter 172: The King! A Test! Rushing Towards Her! (Bonus Chapter for 19,000 Recommendation Votes)
Updated: 2013-07-13 19:46:28 Word Count: 3299
Seeing Luo Zhiheng being tossed aside, the handsome prince knew that between the murderer and Luo Zhiheng, she was naturally more important. Without hesitation, he rushed towards Luo Zhiheng, angrily demanding, "Why aren't you helping?"
Silence remained in the air. Even the old man who claimed to be from the Tong family didn't speak, as if Luo Zhiheng's character was no big deal in the hands of a man. However, even if the prince was too good a person, and too trusted by you all, and you're abandoning Luo Zhiheng, could you at least not just disappear en masse? Why don't you go after that guy?
The prince was extremely annoyed. He nimbly caught Luo Zhiheng and held her soft, tender body in his arms, but his face was extremely ugly. He felt as if he was holding a hot potato. However, his gaze fell openly on Luo Zhiheng, without a trace of affection or desire in his eyes, only deep irritation.
"You bunch of bastards! If you're protecting her, why don't you come out? I'm a man, aren't you afraid I'll take advantage of her?" the prince sneered.
A hush fell over the air. Then, Old Master Tong, who had some connection with Luo Zhiheng, had to speak up: "Please trouble Your Highness to take her home. We are just protecting her in secret. Please don't tell anyone, Your Highness. Luo Zhiheng is unaware of this."
The Emperor and the Pharaohs dispatched their family's hidden elites for the sake of the cane. These old men were all bloodlines from various powerful families, but their protection of Luo Zhiheng was a last resort; their true concern was the cane itself. They had to ensure the cane's safety, and while they also needed to protect Luo Zhiheng, she was ultimately less important! This is why they hadn't appeared for a long time, and why they disappeared after Luo Zhiheng was out of danger. Their existence was not something outsiders needed to know.
As soon as the old man spoke, the handsome prince's expression immediately turned serious, and his voice was filled with coldness: "Do you know me?"
"Hahaha! The infamous Emperor Xian, though I have never seen him in person, I have heard of him many times. The Prince of Shi has the art of preserving his youth, and looks as young as twenty, but this Luo Zhiheng is about the same age as your daughter. How could you possibly harm such a young child? Others may not know, but I have heard a little about you. You are different from Emperor Xian. Emperor Xian was ruthless and heartless, while Prince Shi is dissolute and amorous. If Prince Heng were still alive..." The old man of the Tong family stopped abruptly, because a layer of frenzied killing intent began to gather around Prince Shi's body.
"If Prince Heng were still alive, he would be the gentlest and kindest person in the world. It's just a pity that royal families have always been fickle, and there is no kinship to speak of in the royal family!" Prince Shi's frivolous eyes were filled with sadness and sorrow, as well as an untouchable regret.
"The Emperor Xian, a peerless pair of geniuses. That's a lie. If I had a choice, I would rather be with Prince Heng than be associated with that mad Emperor Xian, placed alongside the world." Standing in the approaching storm, the Emperor's eyes were filled with sorrow and hatred. He looked ironically at Luo Zhiheng in his arms and murmured, "Perhaps this is the tragedy and fate of twins. One must be ruthlessly suppressed and abandoned in order to achieve the glory and honor of the other. How am I any different from Luo Ningshuang?"
"Of course it's different! Your status is incomparable to Luo Ningshuang's. Luo Zhiheng's nobility has nothing to do with anything else since she married Mu Yunhe. She has walked step by step to where she is today, into Mu Yunhe's life, and gained the Emperor's attention. Luo Ningshuang is self-pitying and always feels that the heavens are so unfair to her. Although I only saw her once in the finals, what I saw in her eyes was not the magnanimity and benevolence of Your Highness, but a kind of sinister ruthlessness like that of Emperor Xian."