Arc 2: Part 3
Everyone knows that once Xiao Lingchen eliminates all the eunuchs and suppresses the outsiders, the puppet emperor would definitely be dethroned.
At that time, the throne at the Dragon Palace could only belong to Xiao Lingchen!
However, what they don't know is...
At this moment, Xiao Taifu, hides a severe illness, which stands as a daunting barrier in his journey to seize the throne. (Note: 太傅 [tàifù] = Grand Tutor)
Xiao Lingchen has a severe case of anorexia.
The more busy or fatigued he gets with work, the more severe his anorexia becomes. He couldn't muster an appetite for days, and even if he forced himself to swallow food, he'd immediately throw it up the next second.
Despite vigorous martial training and consumption of precious medicines, all it did was keep his body from failing and prevent his energy from depletion.
As the court's struggle intensifies, with eunuchs and outsider families provoking him constantly, Xiao Taifu is busy with governmental affairs. Eating less and less, his body weakened, appearing as though he might collapse any moment.
The people at Taifu's residence are extremely worried, a leaf's rustle could set their hearts racing.
In such circumstance, Xiao Taifu's trusted subordinate discovered that the unnoticed second young mistress, Xiao Bai Zhu, secretly sneaked into Taifu's sleeping chambers in an attempt to share his bed. Naturally, this made him incredibly angry, wishing he could tear Xiao Bai Zhu to pieces.
Look at how weakened our master is, yet Xiao Bai Zhu dares to disturb him with her thoughtless actions!
Could she bear the responsibility if he falls ill because of this?!
Even though Xiao Lingchen was still working in his study at that time and unaware of the intrusion in his room, his subordinates were deeply indignant.
They took matters into their own hands, banishing Bai Zhu to a remote country villa as punishment.
Tong Su frowned, "In my original memory, I never approached the male protagonist, let alone had the wishful idea to share his bed."
The original host was asleep in her own room when someone rushed in out of the blue, seized her, accusing her of such audacity in trying to harm Xiao Taifu, tied her up and dumped her here.
666 jumped onto Tong Su's lap and sprawled out in a comfortable spot, its digital voice resignedly said, "Because the person in the bedroom was actually Xiao Qingwan."
Xiao Qingwan?
Tong Su was taken aback.
Xiao Qingwan and Bai Zhu are sisters born of the same mother and they look almost identical. After her rebirth, she took advantage of her younger sister Bai Zhu's tender age and intentionally turned her into a weak scapegoat.
All the misfortune she caused was pinned on Xiao Bai Zhu; Xiao Bai Zhu's merits, on the other hand, were claimed by her, stealing all her glories.
That night, Xiao Qingwan stealthily sneaked into Xiao Taifu's chamber, aiming to steal some of his confidential documents or private seal. However, before she could find anything, she was discovered by the servant outside.
In her frantic escape, she had no choice but to frame the original host.
Little did she know that the imaginations of Xiao Taifu's servants were too wild. Upon encountering a woman in the room, their first thought wasn't of a thief but rather of a woman trying to seduce the master.
"... How desperately do they want to find a wife for their master?"
Tong Su commented without expression.
666 lamented, "Historically, Xiao Lingchen remained single his entire life. Despite the changes in this world, this aspect hasn't changed. He's now 26 — with no wife, no concubines, no handmaids — the court's political opponents have even started rumors and gossip, implying that he isn't interested in women!"
Tong Su was astounded.
The highly influential ministers truly gossiped like no other.
"Oh, by the way, miss, Xiao Lingchen in this world is exceptionally handsome — even more so than Xi Chen Zhao from the previous world. I strongly suggest you seize the chance with him! He's 188cm tall, in perfect shape, with long limbs and a firm, eight-pack abdomen — definitely top-quality!"
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Note: Sorry for the late update, I took a short break to prepare for the holidays. Hope you're all having a wonderful Christmas! ♡⸜(˶˃ ᵕ ˂˶)⸝♡
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