Chapter 335 Kneeling on the Knife Stand
Chapter 335 Kneeling on the Knife Stand
Just as Qiu Ziyue leaped out of the window, she caught a glimpse of a figure flashing by.
She was startled, and upon closer inspection, she realized it was Su Er.
"Your Highness, where are you going?" Su Er asked softly.
Qiu Ziyue frowned.
"Su Er, get out of the way, I need to leave here."
Before she could finish speaking, Su Eryue suddenly raised her voice and shouted:
"Prince Jin, the Princess Consort is trying to escape!"
That shout instantly enlivened the courtyard.
Before Qiu Ziyue could react, she heard a deep and familiar voice—
"My Queen, where do you think you're going?"
Qiu Ziyue saw Li Cunxu walk over slowly, a playful smile on his face.
"Su Er, you've betrayed me. Just wait and see how I deal with you," Qiu Ziyue muttered.
"As Your Highness so desires, I shall take my leave."
Su Er glanced at Li Cunxu and quietly withdrew.
Qiu Ziyue turned to run away, but suddenly realized that Qi Yuxuan had been quietly standing behind her.
"My wife,"
Qi Yuxuan said in a low voice, his tone revealing a hint of helplessness and doting.
"Where are you going? Take your husband with you, okay?"
Caught between the two, Qiu Ziyue was momentarily stunned.
"What...what's wrong with you all? Why are you all stopping me?"
Qi Yuxuan stepped forward, picked up Qiu Ziyue around the waist, and turned to walk into the house.
He gently placed her on the bed and said softly:
"My lady, it's for no reason other than that we know you too well."
Li Cunxu followed him in, leaning against the doorway and smiling at Qiu Ziyue.
"My princess always likes to play the disappearing act; we're all used to it. But, can't we try something new?"
Qiu Ziyue sat on the bed, glared at them, but was helpless.
These men seem to know her better than she knows herself...
Li Cunxu instructed his servants to prepare the bird's nest soup and serve it to the princess shortly.
Only Qiu Ziyue, Qi Yuxuan, and Li Cunxu remained in the room.
How do you all know me so well?
Qiu Ziyue sighed, crossed her arms, and looked somewhat aggrieved.
Qi Yuxuan stepped forward:
"Because I am your husband."
"Twilight Sparkle, I told you long ago I know you too well, don't even think about running away."
Li Cunxu gently added from the side.
"Qi Yuxuan, didn't I use acupressure on you? Why are you awake again?"
Qiu Ziyue muttered.
"Twilight Sparkle, I was prepared for this. Besides, you're not in good health now, and your skills aren't what they used to be. I can break through your pressure points with just a gentle push."
Qi Yuxuan said.
"And you, how did you manage to bribe Su Er?"
Qiu Ziyue asked Li Cunxu.
“I won’t tell you, it’s a man’s secret,” Li Cunxu said.
At this moment, Qi Yuxuan had already found the letter on the pillow and began to read it:
Yu Xuan's husband:
The recent turmoil was not what I wanted.
My heart yearns for peace, but things don't go as planned; I am beset by many worries and cannot find a way out.
I have been unwell lately, and my worries have made me restless day and night.
……
Upon reading this, Qiu Ziyue blushed and suddenly reached out to snatch the letter.
"Give it to me, I'm so embarrassed!"
Qi Yuxuan dodged and passed the letter to Li Cunxu.
Li Cunxu took it and began to read:
I am just an ordinary woman from the countryside, and I am ashamed to have failed my husband and Cunxu's deep love.
I am feeling very tired and wish to leave this place for a while to recuperate.
This decision is not made because of you or Cunxu, but for my own health.
I hope my husband can understand my feelings and not ask or pursue the matter further.
Qiu Ziyue snatched the letter from Li Cunxu again, and Li Cunxu threw it to Qi Yuxuan.
Qi Yuxuan continued reading:
After I leave, please do not worry about me, my husband, Cunxu, or my companions.
I will take good care of myself and return once I recover and my worries dissipate.
Finally, I pray that my husband will take good care of himself during this time and not worry too much about me.
I know your deep affection for me, but I need to be alone right now.
I hope you can respect my choice and not hold a grudge against Cunxu any longer.
Though the letter is short, the feelings are deep; the longing is endless.
Respectfully submitted by Qiu Ziyue
After the two finished reading the letter, they saw Qiu Ziyue sitting on the bed with her arms crossed and tears welling up in her eyes.
"What's wrong, Twilight Sparkle? I'm sorry, I didn't mean to, I just didn't want you to disappear again."
"Twilight Sparkle, don't be angry."
The two men started to coax Qiu Ziyue.
"Waaaaah, you're all bullying me! I hate you all!"
Qiu Ziyue cried.
Li Cunxu said,
"You need to rest in bed for a while. Once you're better, we'll go out with you, okay?"
"It's all my fault, you can hit me, or I'll kneel on durians right now."
Qi Yuxuan coaxed him.
"Someone, bring up the knife rack, and put a few knives on it."
Li Cunxu gave instructions to his guards.
"Yes".
A moment later, the guard brought over the sword rack, which indeed had several swords standing on it.
"Qi Yuxuan, if Ziyue doesn't forgive you, you'll kneel on the knife until she forgives you."
Li Cunxu gave Qi Yuxuan a wink and said something.
"Okay," Qi Yuxuan replied.
He pulled up his robe, preparing to kneel on the sword rack.
"Yu Xuan, are you crazy? Get up! Li Cunxu, do you want to kill him? You're all making a scene there, it's infuriating!"
Qiu Ziyue said.
"Ziyue, will you forgive me? I'll kneel on the knife right now," Qi Yuxuan said, and actually walked towards the knife rack.
"Yu Xuan, no, I forgive you,"
Qiu Ziyue said.
"You've forgiven me, Twilight Sparkle, that's wonderful! I'll never lay a hand on you again."
Qi Yuxuan said with a smile.
Li Cunxu watched from the sidelines and also chimed in:
"It's good that Twilight Sparkle isn't angry, it's good that she's not angry."
Qiu Ziyue wiped away her tears and said:
"What's wrong with you two? One is the Prince of Jin, and the other is a big star. Both are men of steel."
"Now everyone's so glib and sycophantic, like little bootlickers, what's wrong with them?"
“What’s wrong, Ziyue? You don’t like it? That’s why we treat you like this,” Li Cunxu said.
"Yes, Ziyue, you used to call me Qi Da Bingluo (a nickname), but now I'm your husband, and I can't let you suffer."
Qi Yuxuan said.
"But I don't like it. My men are all top-notch, so proud and outstanding. I'm not used to you guys being like this."
Qiu Ziyue muttered.
"Twilight Sparkle, you've admitted I'm your man! That's great! Now I'm officially your man."
Li Cunxu smiled.
"Stop it, you're infuriating," Qiu Ziyue said.
“Li Cunxu, don’t get carried away by your connections. I don’t agree to this,” Qi Yuxuan said.
"Please, don't reject me," Li Cunxu muttered.
Qiu Ziyue chuckled softly.
Qi Yuxuan took a towel from a servant and used it to wipe Qiu Ziyue's tears and snot.
Li Cunxu took the bird's nest that the servant brought over and prepared to feed it to Qiu Ziyue spoonful by spoonful.
"Okay, I can do it myself."
Qi Yuxuan, however, said:
"Let me feed you, consider it my apology to you."
As Li Cunxu wiped Qiu Ziyue's face, he said:
“Our little Twilight Sparkle has lost weight.”
Qiu Ziyue blushed slightly, secretly admiring their thoughtfulness.
Li Cunxu and Qi Yuxuan exchanged a glance, seemingly communicating with each other.
After a moment, Li Cunxu spoke:
"Twilight Sparkle, I'm just worried about your safety. It's not safe outside, and you haven't recovered yet."
Qi Yuxuan echoed:
"Yes, my wife. We don't mean to restrict you. If you really want to go out for a walk..."
We can go with you, so everyone can feel at ease.
As Qiu Ziyue listened to their words, a warm feeling welled up in her heart.
She wondered what good fortune she had accumulated in her past life to have two such wonderful men cherish her so much.
She nodded and said softly:
"Okay, I understand. But... could you give me some time to calm down?"
Li Cunxu and Qi Yuxuan exchanged a smile and said in unison:
"of course can."
Li Cunxu continued:
"How about this, you drink the bird's nest soup first, get some rest, and we can talk about the rest tomorrow?"
Qiu Ziyue nodded, a slight smile appearing on her face.
"it is good."
Qi Yuxuan walked to her side and gently took her hand.
"My wife, no matter what happens, I'll be here with you. As long as you're happy."
Qiu Ziyue felt his warmth, and the troubles in her heart gradually dissipated.
She looked up at the two of them, her eyes filled with happiness.
Li Cunxu smiled and patted her head.
"Fool, get some rest."
Qiu Ziyue smiled and lay down on the bed.
Qi Yuxuan covered her with a blanket.
"You should all go back and rest. You must be tired. Don't worry, I promise you, I won't run anymore."
Qiu Ziyue said.
"Ok"
Qi Yuxuan slept on the soft couch opposite Qiu Ziyue, while Li Cunxu slept on a recliner.
Quietly, she stayed with Qiu Ziyue until she fell asleep peacefully.
To be continued in the next chapter!
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