"Touching Jade" - Chapter Thirty-One: After Passion

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Emperor Wu smiled and went into the water, pulling him into his arms before carefully examining his breasts. He saw that each nipple was red and swollen from being sucked, with even some minor abrasions. Emperor Wu smiled, grasping the breasts and saying to Tianxi, "It seems that Duke Pingguo was too eager to cure the illness; look how badly he's injured my little darling."
As Tianxi leaned against him, her desire subsided, a wave of sorrow and indignation surged up within her. Everything that had happened in the past few days was enough to make him unable to remain silent any longer.
He couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, aren't you most fond of Xiao Tian? Why did you allow that Duke Pingguo... Duke Pingguo to do this to Xiao Tian today?"
Emperor Wu's hand paused slightly, then he smiled nonchalantly. He gestured to a nearby palace maid to hand him a fragrant osmanthus soap, which he gently applied to her breasts. Then he said slowly, "Didn't I say that the Duke of Pingguo has followed me on my campaigns for many years, making countless contributions to pacifying the land and serving as the greatest meritorious official of Wei? Now he is ill, and you are the last medicine to cure him. Although I love you the most, I have no choice but to give you up."
Seeing that Tianxi remained silent after hearing this, he smiled and said, "Fortunately, it's just some breast milk that can enhance male potency, otherwise I would really be heartbroken."
As he spoke, he stroked Tianxi's cheek, saying with a mixture of admiration and emotion, "This adorable, charming little Tianxi is one of a kind in the world. If she's gone, where else can I find another one? Don't worry, the Duke of Pingguo doesn't want much, and I doubt he'll ask for the same as the Duke of Anguo."
Tianxi couldn't help but interrupt, "Then...if the Duke of Pingguo says that to cure his illness, Xiaotian must serve him in bed, would His Majesty be willing to do that?"
Emperor Wu was taken aback, a slight shadow crossing his face. He said coldly, "You've talked too much today."
Tianxi was startled and opened his mouth to argue, but Emperor Wu had already gotten up, abandoned him in the bathtub, and left. Watching his resolute back, Tianxi felt a surge of grievance and bitterness, and couldn't help but burst into tears.
Emperor Wu went out directly, just as the beauty who had been assigned to Li Qingong's side came to report, so he summoned her in. The woman was brought in and said, "The Duke's manhood has started to respond, but it's still a little short. In my opinion, it will need more time."
Emperor Wu frowned upon hearing this, but then smiled and said, "I didn't expect him to be so ill. Even hearing the commotion of my favor towards Consort Li, and the fact that she provides breast milk, is no longer enough. Very well, go tell the Duke of Pingguo that from this day forward, Consort Li's breast milk is his. Until he regains his virility." The man agreed and left. Emperor Wu watched them depart, thinking to himself: I have sacrificed so much for you, Li Qingong, you mustn't let me down too, otherwise…
For the next few days, Tianxi saw Li Qingong being escorted into the palace every time he went to serve the emperor. Even after returning from a hunt, the same thing happened. From initial indignation, shame, and grievance, he eventually succumbed to helplessness and numbness. When he was powerless to change the situation or solve the problem, he could only swallow his anger and accept reality. This humiliation and torment continued until, seven days later, Li Qingong finally ejaculated in front of him. The slightly fishy-smelling semen splattered onto Tianxi's lower abdomen, chest, and even a few drops on his cheek. Watching everyone, including Emperor Wu, congratulate the ecstatic Li Qingong, Tianxi thought absentmindedly: Finally, I can be free!
After court that day, Li Qingong requested a private audience with Emperor Wu. Seeing that his previous dejection had vanished, though his expression remained grave, Emperor Wu jokingly said, "Minister Li, you've recovered, so why are you here to see me? Shouldn't you be back in your room, properly cherishing your beautiful concubines? Or perhaps the beauties I bestowed upon you before don't suit your taste? Alright, Minister, just tell me what kind of beauties you desire, and I'll instruct them to find you one that suits your taste."
Li Qingong laughed and said, "Your Majesty is making fun of me again." Then he suddenly composed himself and prostrated himself on the ground. Emperor Wu was somewhat surprised and hurriedly asked, "What's wrong, my dear minister?" He then ordered his attendants to help Li Qingong up.
Li Qingong did not refuse, but instead took out something from his bosom, presented it with both hands, and said, "When I accompanied Your Majesty in conquering the world, Your Majesty bestowed this item upon me. Now that the world is unified and all under Heaven submit, I have no reason to keep this item, so I hereby return it to Your Majesty."
It was a tiger tally, representing his status as General of the Cavalry and the authority to command and mobilize nearly half of the regular army of the Great Wei. Emperor Wu, to demonstrate his trust and reliance on him, had specifically emphasized that this item would be bestowed upon him for life, only to be taken back upon his death. The meaning behind his presenting it now was self-evident.
Emperor Wu was greatly surprised and could hardly believe the tiger tally presented by his attendants.
He couldn't help but ask, "Why are you doing this, my dear minister?"
Upon hearing this, Li Qingong immediately replied with a sincere expression and earnest words: "Your Majesty, I know I have failed to live up to Your Majesty's high expectations. However, since this illness, my spirit has been greatly diminished, and I fear I am no longer capable of serving as General of the Cavalry. Moreover, I have served in the army for eighteen years since I was twenty years old, following Your Majesty. For eighteen years, I have spent little time with my family. Now that the world has submitted, Great Wei and Your Majesty no longer need me to wear armor. I wish to return home to enjoy my remaining years and spend time with my family. Especially after this illness, I understand even more that life is short and one should seize the day, hence my desire to leave. I know I have disappointed Your Majesty, but I still humbly beg Your Majesty to grant my wish."
Emperor Wu remained silent, secretly overjoyed. After a long while, he sighed and said, "Since your mind is made up, I cannot force you. But if you leave, who in the entire court can replace you? And to whom can I entrust the Tiger Tally with complete trust?"
Li Qingong hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, I have something to say from the bottom of my heart. Today, the whole world has submitted to our Great Wei, and the people live in peace and prosperity without any disloyalty. I believe that Your Majesty no longer needs to appoint the General of the Cavalry. As for this Tiger Tally, Your Majesty may take it back and seal it away."
He nodded, looking reluctant, and said, "Now that things have come to this, there's no other way. But if one day, the world is thrown into turmoil again and I need you to quell the unrest for me..."
Li Qingong interrupted, saying, "Your Majesty, I will certainly don my armor again and return to the battlefield."
News of Li Qingong's resignation spread quickly. At first, no one believed it, until the next morning at court, when he actually submitted his resignation. Emperor Wu, after much pleading and to no avail, finally reluctantly granted it, and only then did they believe that the Duke of Pingguo had truly chosen to retire gracefully. Many laughed at him, saying he was giving up all real power and content to live a quiet life as the Duke of Pingguo. After court, Ao Kun mocked him to his face, saying, "Brother, I didn't expect you to look so strong on the outside, but you're completely hollow inside. How old are you to be so weak? Tsk tsk, could it be that those beauties His Majesty bestowed upon you have worn your back down to the point where you can't straighten it?" During that hunt, Emperor Wu had bestowed twenty beauties upon Li Qingong, far more than upon him and other ministers, and Ao Kun still felt very uncomfortable about it.
Li Qingong glanced at him and his entourage behind him, smiled faintly, and said only one sentence: "Out of consideration for our many years as colleagues, I have a few words of advice for you, Ao Gong. Whether you listen or not is up to you. As the saying goes, flowers don't bloom for a hundred days, and people don't stay popular for a thousand. Knowing when to retire gracefully is called being shrewd. Although you are currently so popular, Ao Gong should also consider how to pass on the blessings bestowed by His Majesty to your descendants. What do you say, Ao Gong?"
Ao Kun scoffed, declaring loudly, "What do you mean by 'flowers don't bloom for a hundred days'? I'll let it bloom for as long as I want. I've rendered unparalleled service to the Great Wei, and I alone have ample reason to seek wealth and honor for my descendants from His Majesty. Brother Li, I understand your meaning, and I, Ao Kun, am not without principle. What is not rightfully mine, I won't even glance at. But what is rightfully mine, not a single penny less!!"
What could Li Qingong say after hearing his resolute statement? He sighed inwardly and said, "Since that's the case, I have nothing more to say. I urge Lord Ao to take his leave!"
After speaking, he bowed and turned to leave. Ao Kun watched his receding figure and said disdainfully, "Coward, it's a wonder he's on par with me." He then ignored him and, amidst the bows of the ministers, boarded a twelve-horse red lacquered carriage.
Tianxi sat upright before her dressing table, watching through the bronze mirror as Bo Tao and several palace maids combed her hair. Bo Tao chattered on, "Your Highness's hair is truly beautiful, so black, shiny, and so soft. Even the finest silk can't compare." "Your Highness seems to have less appetite lately. Perhaps you're tired of the food during the hunt? I knew it wasn't as good outside as in the palace; the food and drink aren't as plentiful anymore." She paused, secretly glancing at Tianxi's expression through the mirror; it remained blank. After a moment's thought, she mustered her courage and said, "Your Highness is unwell. I think we should inform His Majesty and summon a physician. Otherwise, if a minor ailment develops into an illness, wouldn't His Majesty be distressed? And wouldn't he blame us servants for not fulfilling our duties?"
Mentioning Emperor Wu, Tianxi's expression changed slightly, but it was an indescribable strangeness. Bo Tao looked at her and smiled, which could be described as sarcastic: "Why would His Majesty care about this? Let alone that I'm ill, even if I were dead, there are plenty of peerless beauties in the world. Even in this harem, there are many who want to live in Chenghuan Palace. How could His Majesty care about me? Look, he hasn't spoken to me for three days in a row. If you ask me, my days here are probably numbered. You should make plans early so you don't get implicated by me."
Bo Tao, sensing something amiss, quickly interrupted, "Why is Your Highness saying such discouraging things? Perhaps you haven't slept well these past few nights, causing you to be listless and overthinking. The sun seems nice today; how about I accompany Your Highness to practice riding horses again later?"
Tianxi said listlessly, "Whatever!"
Just then, someone came to deliver a message, saying that people from Qingqiu were at the Vermilion Bird Gate urgently requesting an audience with Consort Li. This was against the rules, but the guards at the Vermilion Bird Gate were all very cunning and knew his current status in the harem, so they quickly relayed the message. Tianxi was somewhat surprised, but then she thought that her clansmen had always been well-behaved since arriving in the capital, so their sudden and reckless request for an audience must mean something important.
Thinking of this, her heart immediately tightened. She hurriedly said to Bo Tao, "Quickly send two eunuchs with a carriage to pick them up." Bo Tao quickly agreed and left. Tianxi then remembered something else and said to Zhixiang, "Go and get 50 taels of silver to thank the soldiers from Zhuque Gate who helped deliver the message." Zhixiang agreed and also left. Tianxi waited anxiously.

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