The Tale of the Imprisoned Consort - Chapter 204: Shun Yuan is able to protect his mother.

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"If I say I didn't kill them, would Ruo'er believe me?" His tone remained as calm and aloof as ever, but only Emperor Xuli himself knew how much hope was hidden within it. How much he longed to hear Mingruo say "I believe you," and how much he longed to see her run into his arms without hesitation. Unfortunately, all these years, he had never been able to fulfill his wish.
Mingruo didn't respond to him, but simply buried her head in her knees, unwilling to look at him or respond. She felt her heart throbbing with pain, each throbbing feeling like a piece of flesh was being ripped out—her mother who gave her life and raised her, and Granny Duan who loved her with all her heart. Yet he killed them without hesitation and fabricated such a lie to deceive her!
Tears streamed down her face, one by one, as Mingruo didn't know how to face Emperor Xuli. Nine years ago, Duanmu Yun was harmed by him, but she could still save her. At least nine years later, Duanmu Yun was still alive and well. But now? She didn't even know when her mother and nanny had died! For nine whole years, he wouldn't let her see them, so she obediently stayed by his side and didn't go anywhere else. But why did she still receive the same ending in return? She didn't understand. She didn't understand.
She wept silently, lost in her own grief, unaware that every tear she shed felt as if it were slicing Xu Lidi's soul into a thousand pieces. He stood before her, his face cold and expressionless, his eyes calm and undisturbed, yet who knew the deep despair and wounds hidden within his heart?
Mingruo didn't know how to face Emperor Xuli. She staggered to her feet and walked towards the palace entrance, only to be grabbed by Emperor Xuli. Mingruo strongly resisted his touch, pushing him away frantically and refusing to let him touch her. Emperor Xuli didn't say anything, silently releasing her hand and watching her petite figure disappear from sight. His eyes were filled with pain. Judging from his expression alone, you would think that this man was a born emperor, so cold and indifferent, yet his hands hanging at his sides were trembling almost imperceptibly.
"Fu'an, follow her and keep a close watch on her."
Eunuch An only mustered his courage to enter after seeing Ming Ruo leave. The moment he stepped into the palace, Emperor Xu Li issued an order. He accepted the order, but still hesitated, looking at Emperor Xu Li: "Your Majesty... are you alright?"
"She is still young, how can I take her seriously? Go."
Hearing Emperor Xuli's words, Eunuch An finally felt relieved, completely disregarding the fact that the usually willful Emperor Xuli would offer an explanation to his servant. He bowed and hurriedly followed after him, leaving Emperor Xuli alone in Panlong Palace.
He looked at his hand—the hand that Mingruo had just pushed away so forcefully. No matter how many years had passed, she still couldn't give herself completely to him. As long as Duanmu Yun appeared, she would forever be influenced by him. This foolish girl, why didn't she understand? She hadn't wronged Duanmu Yun; why should she feel guilty towards him? It wasn't enough, not enough. What she gave him wasn't enough. He wanted more than just this; this little bit, merely nine years and a son, was far from enough to satisfy him. He wanted her to sever all blood ties in the years to come; he wanted Duanmu Yun and Consort Huai to no longer be able to control her emotions; he wanted her heart to belong entirely to him, every inch of it bearing his mark.
Duanmu Yun… he really has a knack for it. He completely grasped Ruo'er's weakness, making her obediently take the bait, even abandoning him, her father. He really should have treated her differently. Nine years ago, his actions were too drastic. He thought it wouldn't matter if Ruo'er knew everything, since he was transparent to her anyway. But now it seems he was foolish back then. If he was going to do it, why didn't he do it more discreetly? He was perfectly capable of making that silly girl devoted to him while she obediently threw herself into his arms. How could things have turned out this way?
But it's okay, it's good to admit your mistakes and correct them.
Emperor Xuli looked at the brightly blooming peach blossom on the dressing table, walked over, picked it up, and gently twirled the tender petals with his fingertips. In just a moment, the peach blossom was crushed into dust under his palm, leaving not even a trace.
This palace is so vast, where else besides Panlong Palace could she possibly find a place to stay?
If Ming were to leave the emperor, who else would care about him?
A lone figure staggered along the path. Mingruo didn't know where she was going; she only knew she couldn't stay in the Panlong Palace any longer, where even the air felt suffocating. After a few steps, her head throbbed with pain, and she couldn't help but slide down a tree for support. The early summer night wind was still chilly, cutting her face like a knife. She breathed softly, as if she were asleep.
Eunuch An, hiding in the shadows, was terrified and didn't know what to do. He dared not approach and disturb her. After thinking it over, he gritted his teeth, glanced at Mingruo, ran a few steps towards the main road, grabbed a little eunuch, and told him to go to the East Palace to summon the young prince. He repeatedly told him to be quick before continuing to crouch in the flower bushes to guard Mingruo, feeling both anxious and worried.
Before long, Shun Yuan came into his sight. The little boy saw his mother at first glance and was about to rush over, but fortunately, Eunuch An caught him quickly. Shun Yuan's face turned red with anger, but he restrained himself when he saw that it was Eunuch An: "Grandpa An?"
"Young Prince, let me tell you something... Go and try to persuade the Empress. She just had a disagreement with the Emperor. I couldn't hear what happened because I was outside, so I don't know what happened, but it seems quite serious. You absolutely mustn't mention the Emperor in front of her, understand?" Afraid the little one wouldn't understand, Eunuch An patiently explained, then looked at Shun Yuan expectantly. It was truly a strange sight to see an elderly man, well past seventy, staring at a child with such expectant and pleading eyes.
Shun Yuan wisely didn't ask any more questions and nodded, "I understand."
Mingruo leaned against the tree trunk, gazing blankly at the sky. Although she had knocked away Xulidi's hand when she ran out, she couldn't stop him from draping a cloak over her, so she wasn't exactly cold. But how could she stop her heart from being warm when her body wasn't?
A warm little body suddenly nestled into her arms. Mingruo turned her gaze in surprise, and her son's handsome face came into view. How could she let Shunyuan know about these things? Whatever had happened, it was between her and Emperor Xuli, and had nothing to do with anyone else. She immediately smiled and asked, "Shunyuan, why are you still awake so late?"
"Mother..." The young boy hugged her tightly, his voice a little hoarse, "If Mother wants to cry, just hug Shun Yuan and cry. Shun Yuan can protect you."
Mingruo was taken aback, then smiled and patted his soft head. Perhaps he had gotten up in a hurry, as his hair was still loose and disheveled. She said softly, "Shunyuan can protect Mother now, Mother is so happy." Saying this, she stood up, took his little hand, and asked, "Shunyuan, would you like to accompany Mother for a walk around the palace?"
Shun Yuan nodded, grasped Ming Ruo's hand tightly, and obediently let her hold it.
Eunuch An followed.

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