Abandoned Woman Busy Farming
Chapter 1391 - 1393: When People Die, Everything is in Vain_1

Chapter 1391: Chapter 1393: When People Die, Everything is in Vain_1

Fortunately, it was only others he treated coldly; he would never be like that towards her. But what if one day his feelings for her faded? Would he also become indifferent and heartless?

She didn’t know why, but such a thought suddenly popped into her mind, startling even herself.

Just by thinking this, her mood plummeted, and she lost her appetite. Jiang Yichun thought she must be utterly exhausted, feeling both distressed and a bit guilty.

In the beginning, he had intended to teach her a lesson, but later even he couldn’t help himself. How could her physical strength match his?

He served her a bowl of soup and said gently, "The sovereign will save her."

Bai Ruozhu realized that Jiang Yichun wasn’t preventing her from rescuing, but rather waiting for the sovereign to speak up and also to confront his own feelings. With this in mind, her mood lifted, and she happily drained the bowl he had served her.

After the meal, Jiang Yichun took Bai Ruozhu to the sovereign’s place, where upon entering, they saw Princess Yingtong kneeling on the ground, her face resolute.

Princess Yingtong said in a hoarse voice, "I know Father despises Mother, and Mother has done many wrong things over the years. I don’t ask for Father’s forgiveness, just that you give her a chance to live."

Princess Yingtong, seemingly oblivious to others, spoke her piece. Her voice lacked its usual arrogance and was instead much steadier. It seemed that after this incident, she had truly grown up.

The sovereign’s face didn’t look too good, but when he saw Jiang Yichun, he didn’t acknowledge the kneeling princess and simply sighed, "You see me at my most embarrassed; such private family matters."

Princess Yingtong turned her head, saw Bai Ruozhu, and her eyes filled with gratitude. She shuffled forward on her knees and suddenly kowtowed to Bai Ruozhu.

"Madam Bai, thank you for saving my mother. Otherwise, I would never forgive myself for this lifetime. My mother has suffered too much. All I wish for now is that she can live in peace," Princess Yingtong said, then began to cry. "I was foolish before, misunderstanding you on several occasions. Not only did you not hold a grudge, but you also risked your life to save us. Although Yingtong is wayward, she knows gratitude. If you ever need my help, I will do my utmost to assist."

Her words, lacking any flamboyance, were spoken with heartfelt sincerity, touching Bai Ruozhu deeply, who hurriedly reached out to help her up.

Princess Yingtong stood up, giving Jiang Yichun a bow of thanks as well, "And many thanks to Master Bai for your help."

Jiang Yichun’s face was cold, "I was only there to save my own wife. Don’t take it to heart."

Princess Yingtong showed an embarrassed smile but did not get angry, which showed that her temperament had indeed changed a lot.

Noticing her manner, the sovereign sighed inwardly but pretended not to see her, instead smiling at Bai Ruozhu, "Madam Bai has done a great service again this time."

"Saving the princess and the queen was the right thing to do. The sovereign need not worry," Bai Ruozhu said.

The sovereign coughed twice and said, "I’m referring to the incident at the entrance of the Holy Hall. It seems that the great elder’s faction is crumbling."

"It’s due to their many misdeeds that they have fallen so far. Now that the princess has returned, let’s continue with our next move," Bai Ruozhu said, eager and ready to act.

Jiang Yichun glared at her coldly; previously, he thought if his little woman wanted to play, he would let her play. He always stood behind her in silent support. But this time, she took it too far and even faced danger, so he could not neglect to watch over her a little more.

The sovereign, sensing Jiang Yichun’s displeasure, said with a smile, "Alright, Madam Bai should take great care of her safety. Even if things don’t work out, we can always make new plans. You must not face danger again."

"Yes, yes," Bai Ruozhu said sheepishly, aware of whose fault her peril was due to. The sovereign was truly lacking in loyalty.

As they discussed some details, it became clear that Princess Yingtong still had words for the sovereign. Thus, Bai Ruozhu and the others rose to take their leave. She caught a glimpse of Yingtong’s pale, bloodless face, and her steps involuntarily faltered.

"The princess has suffered severe internal injuries and needs proper rest and care, or else it may lead to lasting harm," she warned, then continued walking forward, while behind her the sovereign’s face indeed showed a look of pity.

On the road, Jiang Yichun flicked her head, saying, "You really are too soft-hearted. Yingtong has berated you no small amount."

Bai Ruozhu glared at him, "She did scold me, but she’s straightforward. It’s still better than harboring hatred in the heart and scheming against me in secret, right? In the end, it’s all just misunderstandings. Once cleared up, it’s fine. Didn’t she apologize too?"

"You certainly are magnanimous," he said with a smile curling up at the corner of his mouth.

"Yingtong is pitiable. Her mother might survive, but she’ll likely be deposed. Her status will plummet, and her affections for Ao Qi also remain unrequited. She really is a child of misfortune," Bai Ruozhu sighed.

"She might encounter someone better," Jiang Yichun murmured softly.

Bai Ruozhu suddenly remembered that he too once harbored feelings for Wu Wanqing, even asking for her hand in marriage. But Wu Wanqing, believing he had no future, chose to marry his senior brother instead. He then later met her. Were those words spoken from his own experience?

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In the Holy Hall, the great elder, upon hearing that Princess Yingtong and the Queen had escaped, cursed furiously. Honglian stood silently beside him, her head bowed, not uttering a word.

It took a great while for the great elder to calm down. Looking exhausted, he seated himself back in the chair, appearing to have aged several years, with his temples grayer than before.

"Enough. Once I’ve healed my injuries, I’ll take care of them properly with my skills. I’ll make them wish for death, unable to live or die!" the great elder said, gritting his teeth.

In his previous attack on Hao Feng, although he had injured his target, he too had been hurt. The Evil Curses and Arts he needed to use required his full strength and were impossible with injuries, forcing him to grit his teeth and wait a few more days.

"Honglian, don’t worry. The higher they jump now, the harder they’ll fall later. Whatever happens at this moment is irrelevant. Once a person dies, everything is in vain," Honglian said in a somber voice.

The great elder laughed, "Indeed, my daughter, you have the patience. Good, your father is very satisfied," he praised.

A cold light flashed in Honglian’s eyes. Was he only satisfied with her now because he had no other usable people left by his side? Had he ever expressed satisfaction with her in the past decades?

Just then, a Holy Guard came to report from outside: "Great elder, I have learned something and am unsure whether I should speak of it."

"Come in," the great elder said.

Entering, the Holy Guard saluted the great elder and Honglian before speaking, "It is reported that last night two individuals broke into the royal palace. Later, having sustained superficial wounds, they left. My men followed them secretly and overheard their conversation."

"Oh? What did they say?" The great elder perked up at the mention of those who had infiltrated the palace.

"The two are husband and wife. The woman was poisoned by something Lin Zhu had administered, disfiguring her face. They have pursued Lin Zhu here from Danliang Country, seeking revenge," the Holy Guard reported.