The Prince Wants to Assassinate Me Every Day-Chapter 1048 - 639: Carried Back to the Palace Drunk (Part 2)

Chapter 1048: Chapter 639: Carried Back to the Palace Drunk (Part 2)

Xie Ruotong nodded silently.

Regarding the relationship between the Emperor and the Empress, she was just a listener from the sidelines.

They understand better than outsiders.

Advising them is truly futile.

She just wanted to hear An Ning’s heartfelt thoughts, perhaps offering her a bit of comfort.

Whether it’s Gu Xingchuan’s death or the breakup with the Emperor, it’s all a hurt to An Ning.

She truly doesn’t know if An Ning ever had feelings for the Emperor, she couldn’t tell. But even if there was no love, the Emperor was her only hope, yet he ultimately shattered that hope, a heavy blow to An Ning.

So, An Ning not forgiving the Emperor is completely understandable.

Whether An Ning still loves the Emperor or not doesn’t matter anymore; ultimately, their paths must diverge.

"Ruotong." An Ning refrained from discussing her matters with Xiao Jinxing further.

Indeed, it’s really hard for an outsider to empathize with the affairs of two people.

The best approach is to respect and support their decisions.

"Alright." Xie Ruotong responded.

"About the baby, you need to consider carefully. Don’t make decisions on your own. The child is yours and Song Yanqing’s; don’t leave regret like last time for both of you, and for the one you love most. Moreover, life is innocent." An Ning advised, "Talk to Song Yanqing properly. After discussing it as a couple, don’t rush conclusions; consult with Xiao Jinxing afterwards. Although, to me, Xiao Jinxing is cold-blooded and selfish, he undeniably is a good Emperor, with wisdom and a broad perspective, and wouldn’t kill innocents."

"Okay." Xie Ruotong nodded.

She is indeed conflicted now, unsure how to decide what to do with the child in her belly.

As An Ning reminded, she shouldn’t leave regrets for herself and her beloved.

If this child can stay, she will gladly welcome her arrival.

If it cannot stay.

They will prepare themselves for this departure.

Once Xie Ruotong understood, An Ning said no more.

After this occasion.

Going forward, it might be hard to meet again.

Her departure means a complete departure, just like five years ago, with no intention of returning.

She picked up the wine cup, saying, "Tonight I won’t return sober, considering it as our farewell banquet, and also as our farewell to Gu Xingchuan. Just accompany me."

"Alright." Xie Ruotong readily agreed.

All banquets eventually end.

Many things cannot be changed, and acceptance seems to be the only choice.

An Ning drank a bit too much that night.

She drank until Song Yanqing returned from the Imperial Palace.

Perhaps having suppressed emotions for a long time, she wanted to vent.

"Empress got drunk?" Song Yanqing asked in a low voice upon seeing the Empress lying on the table, directing his question to Xie Ruotong.

To his surprise, Xie Ruotong seemed untouched by alcohol.

He thought he would see the image of two women drunk beyond words.

Yet he hadn’t expected, Xie Ruotong’s... lack of loyalty?!

Leaving the Empress alone in drunken stupor.

"Yes." Xie Ruotong nodded.

She must be very drunk.

Being aware of the Empress’s alcohol tolerance level.

Today definitely exceeded limits tremendously.

"Should I take her back to the palace, or will she sleep at the General Mansion?" Xie Ruotong inquired.

Clearly indicating, the Empress was too drunk to move.

"I think..." Song Yanqing looked at the Empress seriously, "The Emperor could come take her back."

"The Empress is leaving the Emperor." Xie Ruotong disagreed.

Since they are separating, why further entangle?

"That’s why it gives them the last opportunity for reconciliation. If this moment doesn’t make them see each other clearly, if they don’t open their hearts, I will give up; no more attempts to reconcile them." Song Yanqing said.

Xie Ruotong felt it was unsuitable.

The Empress surely wouldn’t be interested in being with the Emperor...

"Just this last time." Song Yanqing spoke again, his tone carrying regret.

Xie Ruotong was still hesitant.

"Better to dismantle ten temples than a single marriage." Song Yanqing continued to persuade.

Xie Ruotong looked at Song Yanqing.

She began to compromise a little.

What if.

What if?!

Despite the low probability.

"Trust me." Song Yanqing smiled gently.

He leaned closer to Xie Ruotong’s cheek, giving a brief kiss.

Xie Ruotong’s face flushed.

Song Yanqing was indeed bold.

The Empress is still here?!

Despite being quite unconscious.

Even Song Yanqing couldn’t resist, each meeting with Xie Ruotong stirred uncontrollable feelings.

He said no more, quickly sending someone to the Imperial Palace to report the news.

In an hour.

The Emperor arrived at the General Mansion.

Being a secret outing, he was accompanied by few.

Only a few trusted aides.

Upon the arrival of the Emperor, Xie Ruotong and Song Yanqing naturally paid their respects, "This minister greets Your Majesty."

Xiao Jinxing nodded slightly.

He turned his gaze to look at An Ning.

Seeing her lying on the table, draped with a large cloak, her face flushed, breath shallow, it was plain she was very drunk.

"This minister was reminiscing with the Empress; the Empress drank excessively leading to intoxication, humbly asking for Your Majesty’s forgiveness." Xie Ruotong’s tone was respectful.

How could Xiao Jinxing not know that An Ning got herself drunk.

He walked to An Ning.

An Ning was deeply intoxicated.

He whispered in her ear, "Shall I carry you back to the palace, or will you stay at the General Mansion?"

He was querying her.

For he didn’t know if she still wished for him to be close.

An Ning, hearing the voice, felt dizzy.

At this moment, she didn’t want to move at all.

She merely furrowed her brows, saying nothing.

Xiao Jinxing pressed his lips together.

Xie Ruotong and Song Yanqing dared not say a word.

Just observing the emperor and empress’s stalemate over the time span of an incense stick’s burn.

The night grew later.

The weather chilled.

Even as An Ning wore a large cloak, she couldn’t suppress the chill causing her to sneeze.

Xiao Jinxing’s eyes clearly moved.

Song Yanqing couldn’t hold back.

Should the Emperor not carry the Empress back, he couldn’t embrace his beloved Ruotong warmly?!

Who knows how long Ruotong’s stay before being dispatched again by the Emperor; they have always parted more than they met, such bliss shouldn’t be delayed.

Gathering courage, Song Yanqing boldly suggested, "Your Majesty, the night turns cold, the Empress might catch a chill. Now the Empress is drunk, asleep and unresponsive, unable to provide Your Majesty with an answer; please, Your Majesty, carry her away."

Xiao Jinxing’s gaze shifted to Song Yanqing.

Song Yanqing’s face showed sincerity.

Xiao Jinxing seemingly smiled, he bent down, ultimately lifting the sleeping An Ning.

Her body, soft, rested against his chest without resistance.

As Xiao Jinxing departed, he left behind a comment, "Song my dear minister, likely thinks the Empress and I disturbed your joyous affair with the General."

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