Early in the morning, the sky was just beginning to brighten. Most of the people in Yue City were still asleep, and only a few families were emitting curling smoke from their chimneys.
Two fast horses came out of the manor one after the other. They galloped all the way and soon left Yue City.
The horse in front was snow-white, and the person on the horse was dressed in white. His face was like a crown of jade, and his eyes were like the morning stars. He was like a young swordsman, handsome and unparalleled.
The white-clothed youth deliberately slowed down, and the brown horse behind him quickly caught up. The person sitting on the horse was Yong Xin. The young hero in front of him didn't need to think to guess that he was disguised!
"Princess, have you never regretted it?"”
Hao 'er suddenly turned her head. Her eyes were like lightning as she squeezed out three words from her lips." I have no regrets!”
The expression on her face was noble and holy, as inviolable as a god.
The smile between her brows was like a lotus flower, untainted by the world.
The wind ruffled her long hair, fluttering behind her like the wings of a bird.
"Yong Xin, this trip to the capital is extremely dangerous. If you are unwilling…"
"Princess, no matter where, Yongxin will follow.”
Hearing Yong Xin's firm words, Hao 'er's heart couldn't help but be moved.
Hao 'er continued," Yongxin, after I rescue my father, I will leave this place. I will indulge myself in the mountains and rivers, enjoy the beauty of the mountains and rivers, and see all kinds of things in the world. Are you willing to accompany me?"”
"I'm willing to follow you to the death," Yongxin said.
The two of them were silent and moved forward at a moderate pace.
Just as he was walking, he suddenly heard the sound of horse hooves coming from behind.
A fast horse galloped past Hao 'er, but suddenly turned its head around. The person on the horse was noble and valiant. Although he looked a little tired, his eyes were filled with brilliance, making people dare not look at him directly.
The man dismounted and grabbed the reins.
"Good, good!"
Hao 'er opened her mouth, but nothing came out.
Raising his hand and raising his whip, he was about to run away, but Zi Zhao refused to let go, completely disregarding his identity as the Crown Prince.
Hao 'er had no choice but to dismount and walk forward.
"Good, what are you going to do?”Zi Zhao asked anxiously.
All of a sudden, Hao 'er's footsteps seemed to have taken root and could no longer move. He was actually asking her what she was going to do!
"What are you doing? My father is in danger, what else can I do?”Hao 'er shouted mournfully.
" Okay." Zi Zhao hugged her tightly from behind." Don't go, I beg you…"
Hao 'er's body trembled slightly." Crown Prince…Your Highness…Please let go!”
"I won't let go, not even if I die!" Zi Zhao folded his arms. He knew that if Hao 'er really left, they would never have any more interactions.
Hao 'er bit her lower lip and struggled with all her might, but her arms were like iron pincers. The anger that he had been feeling for the past few days exploded at this moment. He circulated his internal strength and wanted to shake people away. He only felt the person hugging him pause, but he still did not let go.
Just as he was about to flare up again, he felt a liquid fall on his shoulder. He tilted his head and saw that it was a drop of bright red blood.
Hao Er turned pale with fright and couldn't be bothered to be angry. He hurriedly checked Zi Zhao's pulse.
Zi Zhao grabbed Hao 'er's hand and said," Hao' er, don't go. Yue Hou will be fine for the time being. Trust me!"”
Hao 'er raised her head and looked up at Zi Zhao. That pair of eyes that were as gentle as water were actually filled with pain at this time, fiercely hitting Zi Zhao's heart.
" Zi Zhao," Hao 'er said faintly, her voice echoing in the woods on both sides of the official road." I lost my mother when I was young, and I grew up under the love of my father and brother. I rarely see the outside world, but I also know that the human heart is sinister. Ever since I met you, I've treated you as a loyal and upright man. I've been deeply in love and can't extricate myself. I've always told myself that even if there are schemes and infighting, Zizhao won't use them on me... I didn't expect... I…thought I was smart…"
She paused for a moment and stared at Zi Zhao. She choked and said," Am I very stupid?”
"No, it isn't."
Hao 'er smiled slightly. That smile was heartbreaking.
"I, Kang Hao, thought that I was lucky to have found true love, but it turns out that I'm just a chess piece in someone else's hands.”She closed her eyes and raised her head to face the vast sky. Two lines of clear tears quietly rolled down.
When he opened his eyes again, his gaze was as cold as steel.
"Was all of this your scheme?"
Zi Zhao was silent.
Hao 'er's eyes were filled with sorrow." Mr. Jing Chuan, my father and I were all used by you, weren't we? If you use me to obtain the support of Yue Country, then the other vassal states are nothing to be afraid of. As for you being framed, you should be the one playing along, right? You knew that my father would be in danger in the capital, but you didn't tell him because my father had a reputation in the court. Zi Mu imprisoning him would naturally arouse the anger of many officials. When the time is right, you can undo all of this. At that time, everyone will support you. Zi Mu has committed heinous crimes, so it's only natural for you to get rid of him.”
Zi Zhao looked at Hao 'er and said," That's right. This is all part of my plan. Everything is going according to my plan." But you are wrong about two things. First, I know that you saved Mister Jing Chuan and that Zi Mu secretly sent people to investigate. But I really don't know that Zi Mu stole my waist token. Second, it's Yue Hou. I know he'll be in danger in the capital, but he knows it himself.”
"What do you mean?" Hao 'er suddenly widened her eyes." Could it be that you have some kind of agreement?”
"Yes, but I can't tell you what it is. I promised Yue Hou. Also…in all of this, there was only one thing that I didn't expect, and that was that I really fell in love with you! Alright, I love you! Please forgive me."
" Your goal is to conquer the world, to conquer thousands of miles of mountains and rivers. As for me, I only wish to indulge in the mountains and rivers…"
"You still refuse to forgive me."
"Should I praise him? Praise you for being extremely smart?" Hao 'er said seriously," Zi Zhao, no matter what, Zi Mu is still your younger brother. Do you really want him to walk on a path of no return?”
"You're right. But do you know how extreme and cruel Zi Mu's personality is? How many people in his palace have died in vain? If he became the king, more people would die in vain. At that time, it would definitely arouse the resentment of the people. Wars would break out everywhere, and the people would not be able to live. If I sit in that position, I will definitely make the world peaceful and unify the four seas. Alright, this is my wish."
Good son's heart is in a mess.
Looking at Zi Zhao who was so close to her, she was speechless.
Zi Zhao grabbed her arm and said seriously," If you don't like it, you don't have to take this world. You said that you like to indulge in mountains and rivers, so I'll accompany you.”
" You…you're crazy…" She raised her head in disbelief.
"Yes, I'm crazy. I'm only crazy because of you.”
Hao 'er stood there, staring blankly.
Would there really be someone who would be willing to give up supreme power, the world, and the mountains and rivers just for that tenderness in their hearts?
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