Chapter 255: 255: That deal you mentioned, I agree......

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Chapter 255: Chapter 255: That deal you mentioned, I agree...... Emperor Xuanwu showed a pained expression; his dynasty was about to be destroyed by Mu Yan and Zhan Lan! Yet, his sons must survive, for only in living is there hope for revenge! Emperor Xuanwu’s stiff neck relaxed as he slumped onto the bed. Eunuch Li opened the door and said , “Your Majesty, the four Princes request an audience!” The Crown Prince, King Wei, Prince Qi, and Prince Xian entered Emperor Xuanwu’s sleeping chamber one by one. All four were startled to see the man standing inside. Why was the Seal Keeper here? Emperor Xuanwu lay in bed, trying to keep his facial expression calm. He glanced at the four of them, then turned his head away. “Father!” The four Princes knelt anxiously before the dragon bed, Si Jun’s eyes brimming with tears. He hadn’t expected Emperor Xuanwu’s health to have deteriorated to such an extent. The Crown Prince was also choking up, while Prince Qi and Prince Xian each had their own schemes, covering their faces to cry. Eunuch Li held the imperial edict, saying, “Four Princes, please receive the decree.” “Yes!” All four bowed their heads at the same time. Each glanced from the corner of their eyes at Mu Yan, who, during Eunuch Li’s proclamation, did not kneel. Si Jun internally scoffed, thinking Mu Yan was too arrogant. Once he seizes the throne from the Crown Prince, the first to be dealt with would be him! Eunuch Li’s gaze fell on the imperial edict, reading word by word: “My health has declined day by day. From today, the Crown Prince will oversee the state affairs, with Imperial Uncle Mu Yan assuming the responsibilities of Regent King to assist in the regency...” Upon hearing this, Si Jun’s mind exploded, and he could no longer hear any other words clearly. What did it mean for the Crown Prince to oversee the state? What did it mean for Mu Yan to assist in the regency as Regent King? And, Mu Yan was their Imperial Uncle? Si Jun trembled all over, the Crown Prince was also blankly staring at the ground, while Prince Qi and Prince Xian were equally stunned. It wasn’t until the imperial edict was finished that Eunuch Li then took out another decree, “This is an edict from the late emperor, Regent King Mu Yan is the son of the late emperor, inheriting his mother’s surname.” The four Princes looked up at Mu Yan together, with Mu Yan’s eyes calm as stars, merely looking at them peacefully, causing them to feel what is known as the suppression by bloodline. No wonder they always felt fear when they saw Mu Yan; it turned out that Mu Yan was indeed their Imperial Uncle. They looked toward Emperor Xuanwu on the bed, who, without uttering a word, nodded at them. The four Princes immediately clasped their hands before their foreheads in salute. “Greetings to the Regent King, greetings to Imperial Uncle!” Mu Yan slightly lifted a finger, signaling them to rise. The four finally stood up from the ground. Mu Yan said in a deep voice, “His Majesty’s health is failing; from today, all memorials to the throne should be first handed to me, and then passed to the Crown Prince for approval.” “Yes!” Eunuch Li nodded. After the four Princes left, Mu Yan also walked out of the sleeping chamber. He had just stepped out when he saw a person waiting respectfully outside the door. Mu Yan lifted his leg and walked forward, and Si Jun hurried over, saying, “Imperial... Imperial Uncle, please forgive my previous impertinence.” Mu Yan curled his lips into a smile, “Aren’t you the one who never regrets?” Si Jun, with cold sweat on his forehead, said, “Your Imperial Nephew wouldn’t dare!” Mu Yan chuckled coldly, not even glancing at him as he walked out of the palace. ... Heavenly Prison. Iron Armor Guards of the Xingtian Department stood with swords on both sides. Mu Yan’s black hair rose with the wind, his eyes filled with killing intent as he entered the Heavenly Prison. The chief warden of the Heavenly Prison, upon seeing Mu Yan, knelt down and said, “Lord Seal Keeper, General Zhan is well, what are you intending to do...” Mu Yan’s eyes were as cold as ice, looking at the blood-covered Zhan Lan, he coldly dropped two words, “Jailbreak!” Iron Armor Guards uniformly drew their swords, and at the same time, all the guards of the Heavenly Prison drew their blades. The atmosphere instantly became strained! “Ah! Stop!” The Guard Commander hurriedly stopped his subordinates. What couldn’t Mu Yan do alone? If they dared to stop him, today the Heavenly Prison would witness a river of blood, turning into a purgatory on earth. The Chief Guard lowered his voice and said, “Lord Mu, we are also in a difficult position. How about you show some mercy, and we will just go through the motions so I can report back to the emperor?” Mu Yan waved his hand, and the Chief Guard understood and immediately fell down. Then amidst a wail of cries, Mu Yan, carrying a Zhan Lan attired in white now dyed crimson, walked step by step out of the Heavenly Prison. She could neither lie down nor sit, this was the most comfortable way. The people already knew about Zhan Lan’s plight; whether it was at the palace gates or on the long street, it was crowded with people. Dressed in white, Mu Yan carried the pale-faced Zhan Lan, step by step towards the long street, the people naturally made way. Among the crowd, Ye Xiuhan, seeing Zhan Lan’s clothes soaked in blood, and even Mu Yan’s white clothes stained with speckles of blood, the intertwining of red and white assaulted his vision, Ye Xiuhan suddenly clenched his fists. This self-torturing scheme of Zhan Lan was meant for the whole world to see; she wanted everyone including those loyal to Emperor Xuanwu to see the true face of the Si Family. A month ago, they had already begun planning, the idea of marriage was indeed initiated by the sovereign of Beiyue, but Zhan Lan took advantage of the situation, deliberately infuriating Emperor Xuanwu and spreading the news among the common folk. Now the people were standing by her side; Zhan Lan’s purpose had been achieved. Ye Xiuhan had never seen the people of their country, for the sake of one general, blocking the ten-mile long street impenetrably, pleading for her. The people saw the wounds on Zhan Lan, tears brimming in their eyes. Someone remarked emotionally, “In Nanjin, only Lord Mu, the Seal Keeper, dares to break into the Heavenly Prison to rescue General Zhan!” Someone cried uncontrollably, “General Zhan Lan’s wounds are not from enemies, but from our own!” Someone in the crowd energetically shouted, heartbreakingly: “I am the General, I would rather die in battle than be wed in peace!” Following that, the impassioned crowd began to chant one after another, “I am the General, I would rather die in battle than be wed in peace!” Their voices echoed down the long street, piercing through and emanating throughout Ding’an City. Such a scene carried an inexplicable tragic grandeur. Zhan Lan leaned on Mu Yan’s shoulder, hearing the cries of the people, she closed her eyes in peace. The road to revenge was arduous, her journey to this day alone had not been easy, everything she had done was worth it. With public sentiment on her side, Nanjin was about to collapse, and each enemy would one by one step into her trap. She once thought as long as her family could survive, as long as her vengeance was fulfilled, even if she died, she would depart with a smile. Now she lay on Mu Yan’s sturdy back, each step he took felt incredibly solid. Only Mu Yan dared to take risks with her, only he, regardless of everything and everyone’s views, would carry her step by step from the Heavenly Prison back to her home. Zhan Lan, lying on his back, said, “Mu Yan...” Mu Yan turned his head to look at her, gently asking, “Does it hurt?” Zhan Lan shook her head, softly speaking by his ear, “That deal you spoke of, I agree...” Mu Yan’s footsteps froze, he remained silent but steadfastly carried Zhan Lan, quickening his steps somewhat. Thinking he hadn’t heard her, Zhan Lan did not repeat herself, lying on his back, she closed her eyes. After returning home, Mu Yan carried Zhan Lan back to his room, Zhan Lan said, “I’ll be fine once back in my quarters, Liu Xi and the others will take care of me.” “I already sent someone to inquire; only Mrs. Li remains in your house, your maids hearing you were imprisoned, all went to plead at the palace gates.” Mu Yan comforted her, “If they hear you’ve come home, today the streets are packed, and travel is difficult, coming from the palace, it would take at least an hour.” His large bed was already layered with several thick quilts, Mu Yan gently put her down and said, “Lie down.” Zhan Lan frowned, “I will dirty your bed.” Mu Yan lightly smiled and said, “Silly girl, didn’t you just agree to marry me? Not to mention this bed, even if it was the whole world you desired, I would help you seize it!”

Chapter 255: 255: That deal you mentioned, I agree......

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