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  Ming Xuan lowered her eyes, and her gaze sparkled like a deep ocean that seemed bottomless.

  "She said in a low voice, 'Lin Nan Wang has had a rebellious heart for a long time. If he is given more time to prepare, he will be even more confident of capturing the king. It was because brother went to Nan Jiang to spy on military information and broke his plan that the emperor's intention to withdraw the fiefdom became even more determined, and the action of withdrawing the fiefdom was also more swift and decisive. Based on this, he would not let go of brother if Lin Nan Wang ascends to the throne.'"

  Since ancient times, many rebellions have ended in defeat and downfall. Truly successful ones are extremely rare, relying on the support of heaven, timing, geography, and harmony among people.

  The moon has its phases of brightness and darkness, fullness and emptiness. People experience joy and sorrow, parting and reunion. A dynasty also naturally goes through periods of prosperity and decline. After the initial diligence in restoring what was lost passes, an era of prosperity arrives, with peace throughout the land, the people becoming wealthy, and material and spiritual well-being reaching unprecedented heights, but when the moon is full, it begins to wane.

  This is called destiny.

  When the vital energy is exhausted, the ruler becomes dim-witted and deceitful, and his brutal policies make life difficult for the people, it is inevitable that resentment will erupt. And when national strength declines, it will inevitably lead to neighboring countries coveting our borders, war breaking out everywhere, and the people's lives being ruined by war, with the country scarred all over.

  If at this time, someone were to rise up and lead the way, those who are forced by circumstances to struggle for survival would probably all rally around him in support of a just ruler. At that point, changing dynasties would be the trend of the times, and no one would care about what is "righteous" or "proper". The founder of the Zhou Dynasty was able to become a wise ruler through his efforts to bring order out of chaos, and no one called him a treacherous minister or rebel leader, but rather a hero who saved the people from tyranny.

  If you want to succeed with one move, this is the best time.

  Now that he has ascended to the throne, he is diligent and dedicated to governance, earning him a reputation as a hardworking king. Under his rule, the wars on all four borders have subsided, expanding the territory of the Zhou Dynasty. Among the people, he has gained a reputation as a wise ruler. In this era of peace and prosperity, the people live in comfort and contentment, no one is willing to experience war again. At this time, King Lin Nan led his troops in rebellion, regardless of whether it was heaven's timing, geographical advantage or human sentiment, none were on his side. Not to mention whether he could successfully enter the palace and capture the Emperor in one move. Even if the deed was done, how to silence the whispers of the crowd would not be an easy task.

  King Lin Nan will definitely rebel, but it's not now, it's just that his arrow is on the string and can't help but be released.

  Pei Jingchen nodded, "If Lin Nan Wang ascends to the throne, the Northern Army will also be thoroughly cleansed. Lin Nan Wang views me as a thorn in his side, just like my uncle; he won't feel at ease until I'm eliminated."

  Dongping King, Yingxian King. Qingping Junwang, even the elders of the imperial clan. Or all can be safe and sound, but the Anping Wangfu is because it has the Northern Army, the Northern Army has also fought to the death with Wuding Hou, delaying Wuding Hou's entry into Shengjing, and it is very likely that Wuding Hou will be eliminated, so there is absolutely no possibility of escaping this disaster, even if it is for the soldiers who died for the sake of taking the palace. Lin Nan Wang will also definitely flatten Anping Wangfu.

  Ming Xuan tightly grasped Pei Jingchen's hand, "So, if Lin Nan Wang ascends to the throne. Our situation will be even more dangerous than when the Emperor was alive, right?"

  "Your Majesty is a jackal, then King Lin Nan is a tiger leopard."

  Tigers and leopards are ferocious, directly wanting to tear them apart. Jackals and wolves won't let them off easily either, only leaving a little room for gasping, but the outcome is all the same.

  Ming Xuan blinked her eyes and said, "Since that's the case, why can't we sit on the wall and watch as the jackals and tigers fight each other?"

  The king's power reigns supreme in this era, but to her, what is a king? What else in the world could be more important than her and her loved ones' lives? She has no loyalty to the monarch, and when danger strikes, all she thinks about is how to act in the most beneficial way for herself and her family.

  Moreover, even if the emperor appeared to be innocent, even if the events of that year were all composed of layer upon layer of misunderstandings and conspiracies, perhaps not due to the emperor's own intentions, however, the downfall of the three houses of the Gu family was something the emperor could not avoid responsibility for. This is beyond doubt, and even the death of Gu Mingrong was still something the emperor had a hand in condoning. These were all wounds that Minyan could not speak of, could not let go of. In the past, because he was the emperor, she, a weak woman, did not have the ability or possibility to shake his position, make him pay the price he should, so she could only suppress her hatred.

  But she can't bear no grudge against the emperor, and even more can't save him from water and fire without considering past grievances, he doesn't deserve it.

  Pei Jingchen was also somewhat embarrassed at the moment. Unlike Ming Xuan, who was a transmigrant, Pei Jingchen was a native of the Zhou Dynasty and had been educated in the idea of loyalty to the monarch since childhood. The notion that "when the king orders his subject to die, the subject cannot but die" had long been deeply ingrained in his mind. Even though he had many grievances against the emperor, he could not bring himself to say something like "sitting on the wall and watching" as easily as Ming Xuan did.

  But he understood her meaning. If Lin Nan Wang and the Emperor were both injured or even killed, it would be beneficial for them.

  Because the child born and raised in that underground palace is now safely being taken care of by Baiyun An's Yu Zhen Shitai, those who can confirm his identity include not only the palace maid of Yonghe Palace but also Jian'an Bo Liang Kun. With that face almost identical to the Emperor's, it is believed that as long as the child comes forward, all court officials will be convinced of his identity without a doubt.

  And this is undoubtedly the best way for them.

  There was a commotion outside the door, footsteps hastened, and Pei Jingchen knew that the eunuch who delivered the imperial edict had arrived.

  He didn't have time to think more, so he nodded his head and tightly hugged Ming Xuan, as if he couldn't hold her enough. He pressed her into his chest, "Regardless of whether or not we want to be onlookers, I must go to fight with Wu Ding Hou. Ah Xuan, immediately let Dan Hong and Yan Niang collect their luggage and quietly leave from the small alley at the back door, go to Bai Yun An, find Shifu. Since we have already made up our minds, then we are not afraid of Emperor's revenge in the future."

  Ming Xuan rubbed against his chest, took out a dark-colored soft armor with silver silk embroidery from the box, and handed it to Pei Jingchen. "This silver silk dark armor is made of high-quality dark iron threads woven together, which can defend against ordinary knives and arrows. It's very rare. Brother said it was sent to me by him when he came back from the northwest for self-defense. I went to Shifu's place and didn't need this thing. However, the front line is full of swords and eyes are blind, I'm afraid they don't recognize Mount Tai, and will accidentally hurt them. So, you should wear this soft armor."

  She raised her head, her eyes met his, and her expression suddenly became serious. "A-Zhen, remember that I and BaoBao are a family, this home will not be complete without any of us, for our sake, you must come back safely, not even a single hair is allowed to be hurt!"

  When Ming Xuan is angry or stern, he has a demeanor that commands both respect and affection.

  Pei Jingchen was momentarily stunned, his heart racing like a war drum, how could he bear to hurt himself and make her sad? He liked seeing her smile, even if she got angry and blew her nose at him with a glare, he also liked occasionally seeing her serious or stern look, but what he couldn't tolerate was her crying, he couldn't bear it.

  He planted a heavy kiss on Ming Xuan's forehead, "I won't forget a single word I've said."

  Ming Xuan lay on his chest, feeling the strong and powerful heartbeat full of gentle emotions. "Later, I'll go to the front hall to receive the edict, I'll perform a play of being frightened, falling down and fainting, and with tears, he'll carry me into the inner chamber."

  It is decreed that the Empress will enter the palace to pay respects, this is a benevolent edict that only the Empress can issue. If it were mentioned in the Imperial Edict, it would go against etiquette and easily lead to gossip. Therefore, today's Imperial Edict will certainly only mention letting Pei Jingxun take command of the Northern Army, and the edict regarding Xuan Ru entering the palace will definitely be issued tomorrow. This time difference is an opportunity. If Xuan Ru falls unconscious and needs to rest to preserve her pregnancy, and this matter becomes known to all, then in order to avoid suspicion and not let people guess the Emperor's intentions, this so-called "entering the palace for a short stay" will naturally be self-evident.

  His Majesty is a person who attaches great importance to his reputation. Even if he actually does something sinister, he will use a grand and righteous reason to embellish it, and absolutely will not let people criticize his intentions. Forcing a pregnant woman who needs bed rest to enter the palace is equivalent to taking her life. He would not do such an obvious exploitation and threat.

  But if he spares Ming Xuan, the Emperor will no longer be able to use her to threaten and control Pei Jing Chen. How can he bear it?

  So as soon as this matter comes out, the Emperor will definitely summon the Imperial Guards and have Ming Xuan softly imprisoned in the Anping King's Mansion.

  She continued, "Tomorrow, the people in the palace will definitely come to visit me. Once they confirm that I am in the mansion, they will secretly seal off the Wang Fu and not let anyone enter or leave. This is also good, no one else will come to visit me, and I can think of a way to slip away from Anping Wang Fu and go to Baiyun An to seek refuge with Shifu. Next, Lin Nan Wang will make the Emperor anxious, he won't have time for me, so I don't need to be afraid of being exposed."

  Even if it's exposed, there's nothing to be done. The Emperor wouldn't dare to openly restrict me. If I feel unwell, I can go to Qingliang Mountain to see Master Yu for treatment. Our own palace doesn't have the Imperial Guards blocking our way, so why shouldn't we be able to come and go as we please? If in the future... never mind, if he settles accounts after autumn, it's the Imperial Guards' problem, not ours."

  For Ming Xuan, going to the palace would certainly not be a good thing, so she had to think of a way to refuse. But openly going to Baiyun An, she was also afraid that if the emperor won in the future, it would be detrimental to Shifu. However, it is clear that Pei Jingchen is not there, and living alone in the surrounded Anping Wangfu is not safe either. Only by going to Baiyun An to seek refuge with Shifu can she ensure her own safety and that of her child to the greatest extent. So, there was only this expedient plan left.

  Pei Jingchen's worried gaze was quietly bright, with a radiant glow at the bottom of his eyes. His mouth corners slightly curled up, this was the biggest smile in a long time. "Good."

  How lucky he is to have such a wife, with no worries at home, so that he can devote himself more fully to his work on the front.

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