bestfiction Chapter 271 Father and daughter meet
Chapter 271 Father and daughter meet
Ning Yunxiao's words were simple, and they didn't sound like love words, but they really warmed Jiang Lige's heart.
What is like?
Maybe it means that I know the moon is proud, and even though I am like dust, I still don’t want to go under the moon.
Since she is the bright moon, she should be bright in the sky.
If you want to love her, you should protect her brilliance instead of hiding her in the room and extinguishing her dazzling color.
Ning Yunxiao's love has always been like this. He wants her to walk side by side with him, rather than hiding behind him and hiding alone.
Thinking of this, Jiang Lige was moved and bit her lip and said something coquettishly.
"Yun Xiao is also my support, isn't he?"
Ning Yunxiao smiled, "Yes, I will try my best. But I only rely on my own strength, what if there are things I can't take care of? Even if there is a one in ten million chance, I don't want to see you suffer any more injustice."
Jiang Lige smiled, but because there was someone next to him, he didn't feel comfortable saying more. He just blushed and brought the topic back on track.
"Father...I'm talking about Nanchu. How will Your Highness handle this?"
Ning Yunxiao smiled and took Jiang Lige's hand. "After all, he's the monarch of a country. It's not good to leave him alone, right? Ah Li, come with me and pay your respects to him first. The rest will be up to him."
"Alright."
After the two of them finished talking, Ning Yunxiao gently pulled Jiang Lige out of the tent and headed towards the commander's tent where Emperor Nan Chu was.
Inside the commander's tent, candlelight flickered. The Emperor of Nanchu was sitting on a high seat, surrounded by soldiers. No matter how he pretended to be calm, his frightened eyes betrayed his uneasiness at the moment.
Ning Yunxiao and Jiang Lige arrived together. Even though they had not seen each other for many years, Emperor Nan Chu recognized Jiang Lige at a glance.
"Li Ge? Is that my Li Ge?"
Even though Jiang Lige was well prepared, he was still provoked to tears by the word "Lige" from Emperor Nan Chu.
The person in front of her is, after all, her biological father. To be honest, Emperor Nanchu has never done anything wrong to her, no matter in the past or present life.
He was not a good emperor, nor a good husband, but to her... he was not a bad father.
Thinking of this, Jiang Lige suppressed his emotions and knelt down respectfully to the Emperor of Nanchu.
"Your Highness, I pay my respects to your father."
Emperor Nanchu's eyes also turned red, and he nodded repeatedly with satisfaction. He personally supported Jiang Lige and spoke.
"When Li Ge left Nanchu, she couldn't even reach the pomegranate tree even if she stood on tiptoe. Who would have thought that in the blink of an eye, my eldest princess has grown up so much and has become a graceful young lady. She is indeed my daughter, so beautiful, so beautiful!"
Hearing the words of Emperor Nanchu, Jiang Lige felt mixed emotions and couldn't help but speak softly.
"I haven't been home for many years. Although I'm in Shengling, I miss my father, mother, and my relatives in Nanchu very much. Now that I see that my father is in good health, I feel relieved."
Jiang Lige's words were originally expressed with concern, but when they fell into the ears of Emperor Nanchu, they inevitably sounded like a hint of blame, so he hurriedly said.
"The matter between your mother and the Xu family... was caused by your father, who was instigated by the Han family. Now that I think about it, it was truly wrong! When I return to the court, your father will personally go to the temple to bring your mother back to the palace and restore her to her position as empress. As for the Xu family... I will also posthumously confer the title of loyalty and righteousness on them, and will ensure they suffer no injustice."
Emperor Nanchu's words almost ruined the good atmosphere. Jiang Lige sneered and refuted mercilessly.
"The Xu family has been completely destroyed. No matter how prestigious this posthumous title is, no one will be able to enjoy it!"
Emperor Nanchu felt a little embarrassed to be reprimanded so mercilessly by Jiang Lige in front of everyone, but thinking of his current situation, he had to endure it and said with a look of deep sorrow.
"Li Ge, you don't know. The court has been in turmoil these past few years. With powerful enemies lurking outside and treacherous ministers causing chaos within, your father is also very worried! Look at your father, his hair has turned white with worry. If it weren't for this, I wouldn't have listened to one side and been deceived by that traitor from the Han family, and made such a big mistake in a moment of impulse!"
When Emperor Nanchu said this, he seemed heartbroken, his brows furrowed, and a hint of determination flashed in his eyes.
"The damned Han family thieves attempted to overthrow our Southern Chu Empire. Upon returning to the capital, I will order the execution of the entire Han family as a warning to others! Otherwise, how can I be worthy of the innocent civilians and soldiers who died in vain?"
Having said this, he secretly glanced at Jiang Lige, trying to find some clues from her reaction.
However, Jiang Lige's expression never changed from beginning to end. He kept his eyes downcast, seemingly respectful, but in fact, "indifference" was written on his face.
Emperor Nan Chu withdrew his gaze awkwardly and stood there at a loss, not knowing what to do next.
Just when Emperor Nanchu thought Jiang Lige would not respond again, he heard Jiang Lige speak indifferently.
"Nan Chu is not something that Father can return to whenever he wants."
After saying that, Jiang Lige slightly turned sideways, exposing Ning Yunxiao next to him completely to everyone's sight.
"This is Ning Yunxiao, the Crown Prince of Shengling, and the current supreme commander of the Shengling Army. Following the defeat of Nanchu, the Crown Prince will be responsible for all subsequent matters. Father should have a good chat with His Royal Highness."
When Emperor Nan Chu heard this, his expression stiffened. He forced a smile and nodded slightly towards Ning Yunxiao, which was considered a polite greeting.
"I've long heard of Prince Sheng Ling's reputation, and seeing him today, I can see it's truly worthy of his reputation. Standing next to Li Ge, they truly are a match made in heaven!"
After all, he was his future father-in-law, so Ning Yunxiao's attitude was better than Jiang Lige's. He performed the junior's salute politely and said politely.
"Your Majesty, thank you for your compliment. Wang Su is still young, how dare I act so arrogantly in front of you? It is my great fortune to have Ah Li's favor."
Seeing that Ning Yunxiao's attitude was acceptable, Emperor Nan Chu finally breathed a sigh of relief, but he did not dare to be negligent in his words.
Although this was the first time he met Ning Yunxiao, it was not the first time he heard the news about Prince Sheng Ling. He also understood that Ning Yunxiao was now a very important figure both in the Sheng Ling court and in the heart of Emperor Sheng Wu.
The future destiny of Nanchu may be in the hands of this young man.
Thinking of this, Emperor Nanchu put on a warm smile and tried to be friendly with him.
"Wangsu is the Crown Prince's courtesy name? Since your Highness and Li Ge's marriage is already finalized, I'd like to be generous and call you by your courtesy name, is that okay?"
Ning Yunxiao didn't refuse, "Your Majesty, please do as you wish."
Emperor Nanchu deliberately lowered his posture and spoke.
"Nanchu and Shengling should have coexisted peacefully. Now, they've come to this point of war, all because of the instigation of treacherous ministers. As brotherly nations, why should we let a momentary grudge damage our harmony? I am willing to reach a peace agreement with Shengling with the utmost sincerity. What do you think, Su?"
Ning Yunxiao raised his eyebrows slightly when he heard this, but his attitude was no longer as soft as before.
"Your Majesty, do you mean to negotiate peace? Your Majesty's sincerity seems to be lacking."