sbdcsierra Chapter 502 Princess Changle
Chapter 502 Princess Changle
“Ninth Princess, you are too kind. My injury has nothing to do with you. If the Emperor wanted to harm me, even if it wasn't because of you, he would have found another excuse. So, Princess, you don't need to blame yourself. As for you, Lord Yukichi Ten repeatedly told me to take good care of you before he left. I didn't expect... I broke my promise and failed his trust. I am heartbroken by his misfortune, but please, Princess, take care of yourself. Even though he is gone, you still have us.”
As Ji Wuge spoke, he felt a pang of sympathy for Xing Fuhua. With Lord Xing Qitian gone, he thought Xing Fuhua could at least rely on Sikong Jin. However, not long after he woke up, he learned that Sikong Jin was actually a woman. This news had given him a huge shock, and he hadn't recovered yet.
"Ninth Princess, is Ajin really a girl? I still can't believe it!"
Upon hearing Ji Wuge's words, Xing Fuhua was taken aback, and her expression immediately turned melancholy.
"I'm sorry, Ninth Princess, I misspoke."
Ji Wuge quickly realized that Xing Fuhua was in a bad mood, and then apologized in annoyance.
Xing Fuhua smiled, a smile that looked somewhat desolate and lonely, causing Ji Wuge's heart to sink slightly again. He wanted to say something comforting, but Xing Fuhua spoke first, "It's alright, Brother Ji. I'm no longer the Ninth Princess of Dayong. The Dayong Dynasty no longer exists. Just call me Fuhua. Brother Jin... no matter what her identity is, he will always be the most beloved Brother Jin in my heart. So, as long as she's happy, I'm content."
As she said this, Xing Fuhua felt a slight pang of pain in her heart.
“Princess… I think Ajin didn’t mean to hide it. She had her own reasons. Under those circumstances, she had no other choice. I hope you won’t blame her.”
Ji Wuge was also filled with emotion at this moment. Who would have thought that someone as clever as Sikong Jin would suddenly turn into a woman?
This whole thing sounds incredibly mysterious no matter how you look at it!
Xing Fuhua sniffed and smiled calmly, “Brother Ji, don’t worry, I’m fine. I know, that’s why I’ve never blamed her. And in this world, only a man like His Majesty the Northern Emperor can keep her in check. As long as Brother Jin… no, Sister Jin, as long as she’s happy, everything is fine.”
Ji Wuge nodded and couldn't help but sigh. "Now that the world is at peace, what are your plans, Princess? I heard from Xiao Mo that A Jin has asked His Majesty to draft an edict to still bestow upon you the title of Princess, to make you sworn sisters with A Jin, and to let you return to the Great Zhou with Lady Sikong and Sikong Mo, becoming Lady Sikong's second daughter. I wonder what your thoughts are?"
"What thoughts could I possibly have? I have no ties now, and I don't know where I should go or what to do, so it doesn't matter where I go."
Xing Fuhua smiled desolately.
“Princess, please don’t think like that. The more you think like that, the more worried we become, and Ajin will also feel guilty and uneasy.”
Ji Wuge looked at Xing Fuhua with some worry.
"What about Brother Ji? What are Brother Ji's plans?"
"Since my father has pledged allegiance to the Great Zhou, I have naturally become a subject of the Great Zhou as well. As long as the people of the world can live in happiness and well-being, I have no other desires. Therefore, I may have to go to the Great Zhou with His Majesty. However, I am worried about you. Since Lord Xingqi Tian has entrusted you to me, I must take good care of you. Therefore, Ji Wuge dares to ask that the princess may accompany this humble general to the Great Zhou."
As Ji Wuge spoke, his dark eyes suddenly brightened as he stared intently at Xing Fuhua.
"Brother Ji...I..."
Xing Fuhua looked at Ji Wuge with some confusion.
“I know you are concerned for Ajin, but it doesn’t matter. If Your Highness does not mind my humble status, I am willing to take care of you for the rest of my life. Please believe in my sincerity.”
Ji Wuge's gaze was full of sincerity, and also a hint of tenderness.
In fact, Ji Wuge had been thinking and contemplating these words for nearly a month. During this month, Xing Fuhua's meticulous care had brought him joy, but after learning about Sikong Jin's situation, he felt even more pity for Xing Fuhua.
Such a good girl, yet she has suffered so much misfortune and hardship; all of this makes him feel sorry for her.
He wanted to take care of her for the rest of his life, whether out of affection or out of a sense of responsibility entrusted to him by Lord Kosaki Ten, he felt that he should take good care of her.
"Princess, please rest assured, you don't need to feel any pressure. Whether you agree or not, I will take care of you."
Seeing that Xing Fuhua looked dazed, Ji Wuge added another sentence.
Xing Fuhua didn't answer Ji Wuge's question. She simply picked up her things and silently left the room. However, as Ji Wuge watched her figure disappear outside the door, his expression darkened slightly, and he felt a faint sense of loss.
The next morning, as expected, someone came to announce the imperial decree, bestowing upon Xing Fuhua the title of Princess Chang Le. Three days later, she would return to the capital of the Great Zhou Dynasty with the entourage of His Majesty the Northern Emperor. Accompanying her were Su Yue and Sikong Mo, among others, and Feng Yang personally escorted them to the capital of the Great Zhou Dynasty.
The day before his departure, Sikong Shu, the head of the Sikong family, found Su Yue.
On the soft couch by the window, Su Yue had already brewed tea and poured a cup for Sikong Shu opposite her. She said calmly, "Patriarch, you must be tired from making this trip. May I ask what brings you here?"
Su Yue naturally harbored resentment towards Sikong Shu. Her husband, Sikong Qi, was Sikong Shu's biological son, yet, barely after the accident and before his body was even cold, he had the military power that rightfully belonged to Sikong Jin stripped away, and exiled her to the desolate city of Malan, disregarding her life! Furthermore, he completely ignored the provocations of the Liu family towards Sikong Jin. Such a person was utterly unfit to be Sikong Qi's father, or Sikong Jin and Sikong Mo's grandfather!
Sikong Shu could naturally sense Su Yue's indifference, and could only manage a bitter laugh, unable to describe the feeling in his heart.
Because he knew very well that if Sikong Jin wanted revenge, she could kill them with just one word. Fortunately, he chose to protect his family in the end and thus surrendered to the Northern Emperor. Considering this contribution, the Northern Emperor might not take action against him. However, that did not mean that Sikong Jin would not take action, and the Northern Emperor could also secretly assist him.
He truly regretted his past actions; if he had any mercy, he wouldn't have ended up like this.