Moonlight Allure

Chapter 200 Last Words
On the second day, Qin Zongxiang submitted his resignation letter, resigned and returned home, and Emperor Kangjia readily agreed.Once the new year is over, it is a new year.The fluttering snowflakes seem to be slowing down, and the thick snow accumulated throughout Kyoto is also slowly melting, making it a bit colder.

Emperor Kangjia's condition seems to have worsened recently, and King An is serving him almost every day.He left the palace since he was a child and is proficient in medical science, so he is the most suitable person to take care of the emperor.The government affairs fell into Xiao Moli's hands again.Originally, the successive changes had subsided, however, a minister reported this morning.

Recently, some people in Cangzhou have secretly created turmoil, and there seems to be a tendency to rebel.Xiao Moli immediately ordered King Yi to lead [-] elite soldiers to quell the chaos, but just as Xiao Junyi left, something happened in Yunzhou, Cangzhou's neighbor.Not only that, but Hezhou, Yezhou, Qianzhou, and Jijizhou all had changes one after another.

First, the official seals of several major states and counties were stolen, and then local officials and city guards were killed.This series of events happened very quickly, shaking the entire court, and everyone in the court was filled with panic and solemnity.They all begged Xiao Moli to come up with a countermeasure as soon as possible.

Xiao Moli naturally knew the seriousness of this matter, and immediately sent three secret guards to investigate secretly.Although the other party's whereabouts were very mysterious, they were finally caught by Xiao Mo three days later.

The result was as he expected, at this time, only Xiao Huayu, who had disappeared for more than half a year, was the only one who deliberately caused turmoil.It seems that he is now fully prepared and ready to raise his troops.

It just so happened that he would save himself the trouble of trying to lure the snake out of the hole.

Therefore, three days after the turmoil occurred in several major states and counties, he secretly sent thousands of elite soldiers and secret guards to sneak into Qingzhou, Hezhou, Cangzhou and other counties.Without any investigation by the other party, he killed a group of people who caused the turmoil in one fell swoop, and beheaded them in the street.He did this matter quite secretly, and the people he sent out were also extremely mysterious.

It is said that those people are all highly skilled in martial arts, wearing armor, invulnerable to swords and guns, and killing people without blood.Those who created turmoil in the dark didn't see their appearance until they died. For these people, they can only be described as horror.

When everyone hadn't recovered from the bloody situation, he quickly replaced the important positions of those state and county governments, and sent experts to protect them.He has secretly arranged shadow guards in every state and county, and as long as the opponent makes a move, he can immediately capture and behead him.

This iron-blooded and quick wrist once again shocked all the officials.Next, is the admiration and sincerity from the heart.And Xiao Huayu did settle down.

At the beginning of February of Emperor Kangjia's 28th year, Emperor Kangjia's condition became more and more serious, and he could no longer get out of bed.The bustling and beautiful palace submerged into a quiet and cold atmosphere, and everyone had anxiety and panic on their faces.Obviously spring is coming, but the whole palace is extremely cold.

The few remaining sons of Emperor Kangjia also often went to the palace to attend the bed, but fortunately there was Xiao Moli sitting in the court, and there was still nothing unusual.

On February [-]th, at Yin time, it was still dark and everyone was still asleep.There was a sudden exclamation in the palace, and then several young eunuchs rushed out of the palace towards several palaces and the homes of several ministers.

The spies from the imperial palace sent a message to Prince Li's mansion immediately, Xiao Moli immediately opened his eyes, dressed casually and walked out of the inner room.Looking at the man in black kneeling on the ground, his brows were slightly frowned, and a trace of worry flashed across his eyes.

"What's the matter?"

"The emperor's condition has suddenly worsened, I'm afraid it will die. I have already issued an order to let a few elders and ministers in the court enter the palace, and the little eunuch who passed the order is on his way to Prince Li's mansion."

Xiao Moli's face moved slightly, but he wasn't very surprised.

"Understood, let's go down."

"Yes!" With a whoosh, the man in black immediately disappeared without a trace.

Xiao Moli walked back to the inner room, only to see that the woman who was supposed to be asleep had woken up and sat up.

"You're awake." He walked over, "Did the movement just now disturb you?"

Luo Qingyan looked up at him, "I heard everything." She lifted the quilt, got out of bed, and quickly got dressed.She has been pregnant for almost five months, so her belly looks a little big, and she wears looser clothes.

"Let's go."

Xiao Moli frowned, "You just stay at home, and I will go to the palace alone." Although he said that the fetal image had stabilized after the first three months, he was still a little worried.

Luo Qingyan smiled slightly, "It's okay, let's go. No matter what happens at this time, I can't stay at home." After all, she is also the emperor's daughter-in-law, even if she is pregnant and unable to go out, it is impossible to feel at ease at this time. Sleep well at home.

Xiao Moli pursed his lips, looked at her for a while, and finally gave up his insistence.

"Let's go." He gently embraced her, "Bring her back and don't leave my side." He carefully instructed.

"Well, don't worry, I will be careful." For her child, she will naturally pay great attention.

At the door, the carriage is ready.Xiao Moli walked out with Luo Qingyan in his arms, the little eunuch who passed the decree had just arrived and before he could announce the decree, he saw the two had already boarded the carriage and ordered them to enter the palace.

It wasn't until the whip was whipped on the horse, and the horse quickly drove towards the palace, that he came back to his senses, and then hurried towards the residence of several ministers.

At three quarters of Yin time, the carriage of Prince Li's Mansion arrived at the gate of the palace smoothly, there were already people waiting at the gate of the palace, seeing them getting off the carriage, they immediately led them to Xiao Mingjing's bedroom.

Xiao Yuche has been living in the palace during this time, so he is also guarding Xiao Mingjing's sick bed at this time.Looking at Xiao Mingjing who was seriously ill, he had a look of worry and pain.

"Che'er..." Xiao Mingjing opened his old eyes slightly, and called hoarsely.

"Father, my son is here" Xiao Yuche hurried to hold his wrinkled hand with a sad face.

Xiao Mingjing's opened eyes were a little cloudy, and there seemed to be a gleam of brilliance after seeing Xiao Yuche's face clearly.The hands that were as thin as skin and bones grabbed his hand tightly with some excitement, and there was eagerness and anticipation on his face.

"Che'er, where's your fourth brother? He...where is he?"

"Fourth Brother..." Before Xiao Yuche finished speaking, there was a commotion outside the house.Immediately afterwards, an eager footstep sounded and walked in quickly.

"Father?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Xiao Mingjing's dim eyes suddenly lit up, and he looked up.

"Li'er...you...you're here." He stretched out his hand to Xiao Moli, as if wanting to grab him.

Xiao Moli flashed to the bed, sat by the window, and held Xiao Mingjing's hand.

"Father, I'm here." His usually cold and indifferent eyes were a little more emotional at this moment.

Xiao Yuche stood up and watched from the side. He heard slight footsteps in his ears. When he looked back, he saw Luo Qingyan walking over with a big belly.

He was slightly surprised, "Sister-in-law Si, why are you here?"

Luo Qingyan ignored him, but walked to the bed and knelt down slightly.Stretching out his hand to feel Xiao Mingjing's pulse, his brows were deep in thought.After a while, a sigh flashed in his eyes, and he withdrew his hand.Facing Xiao Moli's expectant eyes, he slightly shook his head.

Xiao Moli lowered his eyelashes with a calm expression.

"Father..."

Xiao Mingjing smiled slightly when he saw him.

"My own illness...I know it well...cough cough cough..." He coughed vigorously.

"Father?" Xiao Moli's face flashed with worry.

Xiao Yuche immediately stepped forward, reached into his arms, took out a small porcelain bottle, and poured out a brown pill for Xiao Mingjing to swallow.

After taking the medicine, Xiao Mingjing's face seemed to soften a bit, but the sickness on his face still couldn't be concealed.

"Father, how are you?"

Xiao Mingjing shook his head slightly, "I'm running out of time." The medicine Xiao Yuche gave was very good, and Xiao Mingjing spoke a little calmer, but anyone could see that he was always looking back.

An Dehai stood aside, his old eyes were filled with tears, and his face was full of worry and pain.

"Li'er" Xiao Mingjing held Xiao Moli's hand, there seemed to be thousands of emotions flickering in his eyes, and some tears were brewing in his eyes.

"I know, these years...you hate me, right?" Seeing a bit desolate and lonely, his voice was hoarse and helpless.

Xiao Moli lowered her head and looked at him with a complicated expression, "Father..."

Xiao Mingjing smiled slightly, "I didn't protect your mother well, so you should hate me. Cough cough..."

"Father, stop talking." Xiao Moli's brows were full of worry.

Xiao Mingjing waved his hand, "If you don't say anything else, it will be too late." His cloudy eyes are a little clearer now.

"Li'er, my father is gone, and the country of this dynasty...is left to you. My father believes in you, and I will definitely be a good emperor."

Xiao Mo frowned, and did not speak.There was another commotion outside the hall, and the sound of hurried footsteps was approaching.Two figures came up eagerly, they were Xiao Ziqiu and Xiao Junyi.

"Father." Both of them had obvious worries on their faces.

Xiao Mingjing raised his eyes slightly, and saw Xiao Ziqiu in white clothes standing quietly by the side, his brows were calm and steady, and his expression seemed to be somewhat sad and sighing.

He opened his mouth, "Qiu'er..."

Xiao Ziqiu paused, and walked up slowly, his eyes paused when he saw Luo Qingyan standing beside Xiao Moli.When he caught a glimpse of her protruding belly, his eyes flickered slightly, seeming to be gloomy.

"Father?"

"Qiu'er, come here." Xiao Mingjing waved to him.

Xiao Ziqiu came over, knelt down, and held his other hand, with a mournful expression on his face.

"Is there anything the father wants to warn his son?"

"You..." Xiao Mingjing looked at Xiao Ziqiu, his eyes seemed to be filled with tears, his expression helpless and regretful.

"You blame me? Blame me for killing your mother and uncle."

Xiao Ziqiu shook his head and said calmly: "Father is the emperor, he should be impartial and selfless. My mother and concubine have done so many wrong things, and my uncle is rebellious and oppresses the people. Father is just acting according to the law and has no fault."

He looked calm, without any disturbance.Xiao Mingjing looked at him for a while, his expression was a little dark.

"Forget it, I know... you... always blame me in your heart. Your third brother..." He said this, and glanced at Luo Qingyan.A trace of helplessness flashed across his eyes, and he moved his lips, but nothing came out in the end.

Xiao Ziqiu followed his gaze and looked at the quiet and elegant Luo Qingyan, his calm eyes rippled slightly, but his heart felt like a needle prick, and the pain was uncontrollable.

"Your Majesty" a little eunuch hurried in and knelt on the ground.

"Your majesty, the prime minister, several ministers, and several senior court officials have arrived and are waiting outside the hall."

Xiao Mingjing closed his eyes, "Let them in."

"Yes" the little eunuch immediately retreated, and after a while, a group of ministers came in at once.

"The ministers wait to see the emperor"

"Get up." Xiao Mingjing waved his hand with a gloomy expression.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." All the ministers stood up and looked at Xiao Mingjing who was dying of illness, with serious expressions in their eyes.

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