GBP Chapter 217 He Acknowledged It
Chapter 217 He Acknowledged It
"You knew all along? He told you?"
“I know the general idea, but I still want to talk to you in person.” Xin Moling stared intently into his eyes, as if trying to find some flaw in his face.
Xuan Yuan looked directly at him calmly, his eyes showing no emotion whatsoever.
After a long silence, he slowly withdrew his gaze and calmly asked, "Has Ye Lan been hunting you down all these years?"
"Ah."
"So, all these years, you've been biding your time, waiting for revenge? Or perhaps to reclaim what's yours?"
He slightly raised his eyelids, a strange light flashing in his eyes. "I never intended to have anything to do with Ye Lan. As for the forces distributed across the four countries, it's just to keep Ye Lan somewhat in check. He's been too arrogant these past few years."
"Ha! Your existence threatens the Night Emperor, which is why he is willing to do anything to hunt you down. How could I possibly agree to let Yan'er be with you while we are constantly on the run?"
Upon hearing this, Xuan Yuan immediately straightened his back and spoke with unprecedented seriousness, "It's not an escape. I just don't want to see him. I've never been afraid of him. Xin Moling, Yan'er and I are in love. You know my strength, so please entrust Yan'er to me with peace of mind. I will never let her suffer any harm."
Xin Moling did not answer, but asked again, "Then... your name is Xuan Yuan, and you take the surname of Consort Xuan?"
"Yes, Xuan Yuan was the name my mother gave me when I was young, and I only use this name when I am outside."
"Hmm!" He nodded, not asking any further questions. A beautiful and gentle figure gradually appeared in his mind: Consort Xuan. He had seen her a few times when he was young, but Yan'er was too young to remember.
"Are you truly sincere towards Yan'er?"
"Heaven bears witness that I, Xuan Yuan, have had no other love besides Yan'er in my life."
"So, you want Yan'er to be your Princess Xuan?"
Xuan Yuan raised an eyebrow and declared forcefully and domineeringly, "Whether she becomes the Princess Consort of Xuan or not, Yan'er can only be my wife. I have prepared the betrothal gifts. If you do not stop me tonight, I will definitely make him grant us marriage in public."
"..."
Xin Moling wanted to roll her eyes at him. She hadn't even agreed to his proposal yet, but he had already prepared the betrothal gifts. "Even if I didn't stop him, His Majesty would have already drafted the imperial edict."
Upon hearing the imperial decree, his eyes suddenly darkened. After a moment of deep thought, he sincerely said to Xin Moling, "So you now know my true identity tonight, and you should acknowledge me, right? Let me also make this clear to you: I am not afraid of Yuan Huaijun, nor am I afraid of Ye Lan. No one can stop us from being together. You are Yan'er's brother, and she cares most about your thoughts and puts you first in everything. Please rest assured that my feelings for Yan'er are beyond doubt, and I will protect her with my life. And I think you also hope that your only sister can find happiness."
Xin Moling raised his head and met that burning gaze. He knew that Xuan Yuan was not lying and that Yan'er was indeed fond of this person, but he... still did not want to acknowledge Xuan Yuan. How could he bear to hand Yan'er over to another man?
"I... will enter the palace tomorrow and ask His Majesty to rescind his order."
Hearing this, Xuan Yuan's expression softened slightly. He must have acknowledged him!
Seeing the smug look gradually appearing in his eyes, Xin Moling couldn't help but pour cold water on him, "The king's command is hard to disobey. You have never been very close to the royal family, so you'd better be more rational."
"So what? Lord Yuan Huai... cannot stop me."
"Your aunt should know your past best, right?"
Upon hearing Xin Mingwan's name, his previously indifferent gaze softened considerably. The only people that loving and compassionate woman cared about in her life were her children, including him.
"No matter what I do, the Empress Dowager will support me."
"So, it was your aunt who persuaded the late emperor to let you leave the palace after Consort Xuan's death?"
"Yes, she treats me like her child."
Xin Moling nodded in agreement. Her aunt loved everyone equally, otherwise the Yuan brothers would not have such a deep bond, except for Xuan Yuan, of course.
"As for Yelan, what are your plans?"
His lips pressed into a straight line, his eyes slightly cold. "After this is over, I'll settle the score with him properly."
"I don't want Yan'er to be affected by what happened between you and Ye Lan."
"I am certain."
When they came out, they saw Hua Buyu squatting on the ground, dozing off with his hands supporting his chin. The two looked at each other and saw deep helplessness in each other's eyes.
Xuan Yuan walked up to her and smacked her on the head. "Hua Buyu, you're awake."
"what!"
With a scream, she sprang to her feet, clutching her head and glaring at him angrily.
Why did you hit me?
"Then what are you doing here?"
"I've been waiting for you! Xin Moling, what are you talking about? What about Yan Yan? Why is she being kept in the palace by Emperor Yuan? I've said it before, the Emperor's intention is to make Yan Yan Empress, but you all kept dragging your feet, saying you'd bestow a marriage after they met. Now look what's happened, she can't even come back..."
At this moment, Hua Buyu's mouth was like a machine gun, spraying the two of them mercilessly.
"..."
"..."
After a while, when she was so hoarse from talking, she flicked her black robe and immediately turned and left.
"Hey hey hey~ Answer me quickly, what should we do about Yan Yan?"
Xin Moling quickly made a shushing gesture, "Hua Buyu, could you please keep your voice down? Let Yi'er rest properly."
"Oh!"
She instinctively covered her mouth and whispered, "Then... what about Yan Yan?"
"I'm going to the palace tomorrow, so you can stay at the mansion and keep Yi'er company."
"I also want to go find Yan Yan."
He glared at her, "Don't cause me any trouble, and you're not allowed to say any indecent things to Yi'er."
When have I ever been immoral or indecent?
"In short, Yi'er is kind and innocent. If you dare to say anything, don't blame me for being impolite."
"What were you talking about just now? Why did King Xuan leave without saying a word?"
"What does this have to do with you?"
The two walked and argued, the sound of Hua Buyu cursing drifting in the wind...
The next day, Xin Moyan got up early in the morning. Without Cailian by her side, she felt extremely uncomfortable being served by several palace maids.
"Your Highness, the Empress Dowager has sent someone to say that you are to go to Yongning Palace to have breakfast with her."
"What's your name?"
The palace maid carefully styled her long hair. "Your Highness, my name is Xiao'er."
She nodded thoughtfully, then asked, "Xiao'er, where is His Majesty now?"
"what?"
Xiao'er suddenly remembered that Eunuch Wang had emphasized that everyone should take good care of the princess from now on, as she was the future empress. The princess had been eager to see His Majesty early in the morning, which meant that she and His Majesty must have a very deep affection for each other.