Rebirth: Inheriting Millions In The Eighties
Chapter 822 - 820

Chapter 822: Chapter 820

He left.

The first person she had ever been close to in her life was now temporarily gone from her side!

From now on, at least for a long time, she would no longer be able to see him, dine with him, converse and laugh with him, or share joyful moments over drinks.

She could only stay alone in this unfamiliar world.

Xia Ningxing’s heart ached as if it was being torn apart. Once he was out of sight, she could no longer hold back her feelings and slowly squatted to the ground, buried her head in her knees, and burst into tears.

Her shoulders trembled violently as warm tears continuously rolled down from her eyes, wetting the ground.

Seeing her so heartbroken, Lu Tingli couldn’t help but feel regret.

Did he go too far?

Out of selfish desires, did he forcefully separate her from her only kin?

"Xia Ningxing." Lu Tingli suddenly half-squatted beside her, the man who usually valued cleanliness not caring that his robe touched the ground and became dusty.

He called her name, then continued, "I will have your brother brought back."

His voice was confident, signaling that as soon as she agreed, he would immediately order Tuanzi to be intercepted.

Amidst her anguish, Xia Ningxing quickly lifted her tear-streaked face and shook her head anxiously: "No, the things we’re about to do are very dangerous, we absolutely cannot involve Tuanzi in this again. It’s safer for him to stay in the barracks."

"It might also help temper his impulsiveness, to prevent him from causing trouble in the future."

Considering many factors, Xia Ningxing would not allow Tuanzi to come back.

Her response was unexpected, yet it made sense to him.

Lu Tingli sighed lightly, "Then can you bear with parting from him?"

"I must bear it even if I cannot!" Xia Ningxing firmly nodded, clenching her fingers.

Seeing her forcing herself like this, Lu Tingli felt as if his heart had been heavily struck, and the feeling was unpleasant.

After hesitating for a moment, he decided to apologize to her: "It’s all my fault, dragging you and your brother into this affair. Do you blame me?"

His narrow eyes anxiously awaited her response, both longing for her answer yet dreading to hear it.

His emotions were undoubtedly complex at this moment.

Xia Ningxing met his gaze and sighed: "Initially, I did blame you, but as time passed, I gradually harbored less resentment."

If placed in his situation, discovering someone capable of creating such a formidable weapon, she would certainly do everything possible to make that person pledge allegiance, even if it meant resorting to seizing by force or using both threats and inducements.

Hearing her answer, it seemed a light ignited in Lu Tingli’s eyes, making them shine brightly with a faint glow.

"Xia Ningxing, once I secure that position one day, whatever you wish for, I will surely grant it!" he promised with certainty.

Even if it’s the position of the Empress, or to sit on the throne alongside him, he would not hesitate in the slightest.

Xia Ningxing looked at him without a trace of doubt.

She believed that he would achieve it.

However...

She shook her head, only asking for one thing: "I don’t want anything. Just let me and my brother go, that’s all."

Compared to other things, freedom was more important.

If there was no freedom, how would that differ from a bird trapped in a cage?

To leave!

These two words pierced through Lu Tingli’s heart like a sharp, blunt tip.

His expression turned decidedly grim, his lips moved several times as if he wanted to agree, but in the end, he couldn’t utter the words out loud.

She is the sole warmth and brightness in his life, how can she leave?

Yet, she was originally someone he forced to stay by his side through despicable means, what right does he have to continue keeping her confined?

Lu Tingli felt an abrupt emptiness within, tinged with annoyance and regret.

If their first meeting had not been so disastrous, might things not have turned out this way?

Just as he was at a loss for how to respond, a decree from the palace arrived, summoning him to discuss in detail his preparations for the grain transport.

The head eunuch was all smiles, with a touch of sycophantic charm: "Prince Tingli, the Emperor is waiting for you in the palace, let’s hurry, lest the Emperor grows impatient."

Lu Tingli had never found the neither masculine nor feminine eunuch before him so adorable.

He hastily replied: "I will accompany you immediately."

The head eunuch wasn’t sure if it was his imagination, but he felt that Prince Tingli’s look seemed to carry a hint of admiration.

But what was there for him to admire?

It must be a misperception!

That’s what the head eunuch believed.

"Princess Ningxing, this Prince is heading to the palace. Take good care of your health and be sure not to touch anything cold!" Before leaving, Lu Tingli nagged like an old woman, concerned and instructing.

Xia Ningxing felt a warmth in her heart: "Rest assured, I will be fine."

But Lu Tingli, as if not believing her, especially called over his personal guard to order the staff to strictly watch over Xia Ningxing, forbidding her from touching anything cold.

Xia Ningxing: "..."

Does he really need to let the whole world know she’s on her period before he’ll be happy?!

Infuriating!

The head eunuch smiled beamingly: "I’ve always heard that Prince Tingli and Princess Ningxing share a deep affection. Seeing it today, it really lives up to its reputation, I offer my congratulations on having an heir soon!"

Xia Ningxing was at a loss for words: "..."

They were just in a cooperative relationship, how could they possibly have a child.

Yet, Lu Tingli’s lips slightly curved, his mind already wandering in fantasy.

If they truly had a child together, that wouldn’t be so bad.

She with her stunning beauty and he with his distinguished appearance, the child they would bear, whether boy or girl, was sure to be exquisite.

Then, he would undoubtedly be an exceptionally good father, never allowing his child to suffer the hardships he endured as a young boy.

Thank goodness Xia Ningxing wasn’t aware of his thoughts, otherwise, she would definitely spit out a mouthful of water to wake him up.

When Lu Tingli returned from the palace, night had already fallen.

Xia Ningxing had already gone to rest.

Lu Tingli immediately inquired upon his return: "Did the Queen have any discomfort today? Or touch anything cold?"

"Please rest assured, Prince, the Queen was well all day and didn’t touch any cold water or objects." The maid replied with bowed head and respectful tone.

Upon hearing this, Lu Tingli finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"All is well, all is well."

Heaven knows how worried he has been all day, especially since the Emperor kept him talking incessantly, truly bothersome.

"All is well."

Heaven knows how worried he has been all day, especially since the Emperor kept him talking incessantly, truly bothersome.