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After a moment of silence, Yu Tianqi laughed softly and lifted the quilt covering her body. He said gently: "Let's not talk about this, get up, aren't you hungry? I made a few dishes for you to eat. "

"Hmm?" Yu Yan looked at him in shock. He knew how to cook?

"There's no need to be surprised, it only knows these few lines." Yu Tianqi bent down and picked up her embroidered shoes, wanting to help her put them on.

"I'll do it myself." Yu Yan was so good that it made her afraid. How could it suddenly become like this?

"Let me do it." Yu Tianqi pushed away her hand, crouched beside her leg, supported her foot with one hand, and lightly put on his embroidered shoes with the other, "In this life, I have not done many things I truly want to do, but I have to do two of them. The first is to have your heart, and the second is to defeat him."

Yu Yan withdrew her leg, and said softly: "Yu Tianqi, the things between you two, do not involve me. Please let me leave."

"It's already involved, you won't be able to escape." Yu Tianqi raised his head, looked at her, picked up a brocade gown beside him and put it on her, then said softly: "Come, let's talk after eating."

Yu Yan stood up, her mind suddenly dizzy, and quickly stretched forward. No matter what, she had to first grab hold of him, and stabilize her body, which almost fell down.

This snake's poison was powerful. Even after sleeping for two days, it still made her dizzy. She let out a sigh of relief and rubbed her eyes, releasing Yu Tianqi's arm. She frowned and whispered: "What kind of snake is this poison — Your Majesty, are you alright?"

"I'm fine." Yu Tianqi's eyes flashed, he supported her by her arm and whispered: "I never thought you would still care about me, do I need to be overwhelmed by favor?"

"I'm still dizzy." Yu Yan didn't even know how to reply. She sat down by the table, closed her eyes and casually spoke.

"I'll have the doctor take a look later." Yu Tianqi looked at the servants guarding the door, signalling them to bring the food up.

Yu Yan did not say anything, it was good that there were outsiders present, but she had to think of a way to spread the news, she also wanted to know about the news outside, how were Nian An and Nian En … How is he?

Yu Yan could not help but guess, between Yu Tianqi and Yulixiao, who had the highest chance of winning? Looking at Yu Tianqi, he seemed to be very calm and composed, as if he was very confident of Yu Tianqi.

Dusk had just fallen when the doctor arrived.

Separated by a veil, Yu Yan extended her hand out to him. Yu Tianqi stood by her side and had no way of asking for information. The doctor lowered his old and wrinkled eyelids, and listened attentively for a long time with his brows furrowed. Finally, he withdrew his finger, and stood up to bow to Yu Tianqi.

"Young Master, Madam's body is very weak. It looks like she's pregnant, but it doesn't look like she's pregnant."

"Pregnant …" Yu Tianqi's face darkened, and he immediately turned to look at Yu Yan.

"Why does it look so different?" Yu Yan did not care about him, and only asked the doctor curiously.

"This bloodline is similar, but its aura is different. I'm afraid that …"

The doctor took a deep breath and looked at Yu Tianqi's murderous gaze. He did not dare to continue.

"Follow me." Yu Tianqi said coldly, and turned to leave.

"Tell me right here, what's there not to listen to?" Yu Yan stood up and forcefully opened the curtain.

Yu Tianqi's breathing became heavy, and he turned to look at her.

The doctor stopped walking, cupped his hands, and said in a low voice:

"There are situations like this where you have to take good care of yourself and slowly you will get better. "However, it's better not to use that kind of injuries avoidance method."

"You're using mercury to avoid it?" Yu Tianqi's face changed, and suddenly pressed down on her shoulder.

Yu Yan did not say anything. The women of the brothel often used mercurial methods, but she knew that this method was extremely sinister. Therefore, she had chosen to use red flowers to scrub and consume. She hadn't used mercury at all! She only had Nian En and Nian An who were close to her, could it be that one of them had betrayed her?

"That's poisonous, you know? "Why do you degrade yourself like this?" Yu Tianqi shook her shoulders again and bellowed.

Yu Yan still did not make a sound.

"Young master need not be too angry. I think it will only take a short time, so there's no problem. You must not use it again in the future." Seeing that he was angry, the imperial husband was afraid that he would hurt Yu Yan and quickly advised, "I'll give you a prescription, take good care of yourself, it will be alright."

Yu Tianqi nodded and asked the doctor to prescribe the medicine.

When the two of them were the only people left in the room, Yu Tianqi slowly let go of Yu Yan's shoulders and said softly: "You are truly strange, since you are unwilling to give him a child, then you do not like it. Why do you have to be so deadpan, and not give it to me?"

"I don't like you either. If you really want to see me, just wait for me to lie down. Just take it. At worst, I'll just drink a bowl of mercury." Yu Yan calmly said as she sat down by the side of the table.

"How dare you threaten me!" Yu Tianqi's hand suddenly grabbed her shoulder, his handsome face twisted as he squeezed tightly. He berated angrily: "Yu Yan, who allowed you to threaten me like that?"

"Yu Tianqi, I'm sleepy, let me sleep for a bit." Yu Yan brushed away his hands and laid on the table.

She really could not understand, could not understand, and was also unwilling to think why one of Nian En's group had betrayed her …

Why? Could he be threatened? You can tell her … The two of them didn't have any family that could be captured by others. If it was her own little life, it would be fine even if he told her. But why did he have to do this to her?

Yu Yan's heart was filled with pain, pain so intense that she wanted to cry.

Why was it that life had always been so bitter? Why can't you bear it?

"What's wrong with you? Could it be … You didn't use it yourself? Was it someone else who poisoned you? Was it that Chen Yao? Or did Yulixiao not want you to give birth? " Yu Tianqi sat down and muttered to himself for a while before asking her.

Yu Yan was startled. Yes, was it that Yulixiao did not want her to give birth? How could Nian En and Nian En betray her? If Yulixiao had personally done it, he would have clearly said that he liked her. With so much mercury, it could kill you.

"Don't cry …" Yu Tianqi pulled her closer, pressed her into his arms, and gently patted her back.

Yu Yan said lightly: "I didn't cry."

Yu Tianqi looked down and saw her red eyes staring at the oil lamp on the table. A little moth flew over, danced around the candle flame for a bit and then threw itself into the fire.

"Humans and moths, there's no difference. For a little warmth, I've risked my life." She pushed Yu Tianqi away and said softly: "Go, let me calm down for a moment."

"Then sleep well, I'll come see you tomorrow." Yu Tianqi got up and personally poured a bowl of tea for her, then said gently, "Let the girl treat you well. Even if I am inferior to him, there is no reason why I would not be able to go as far as the mercury poison. "

Yu Yan ignored him, walked over to the window and sat down, then picked up a book to read.

It was very uncomfortable in her heart. Whether it was Nian En or Nian An, no matter which one, they were all like needles that pierced into her seemingly strong, but actually soft heart.

Her nature was indifferent, and she rarely interacted with others. Only these three were the ones she was closest to the most, excluding Yun Qin. Especially Yulixiao's tyranny, which had already slowly seeped into her bones and blood. It was impossible to forget, and impossible to erase.

Yu Tianqi sat with her for a while, then got up and left.

Yue'er had already woken up. With a light hook, she floated on top of a branch.

After Yu Yan drank the medicine, her heart burned with discomfort, so she came out and slowly walked around the small courtyard. She had too many questions in her mind. Was there really mercury? Is it really Chen Yao? She really wanted to personally question Yulixiao!

No, she was leaving! She must ask him! Worst case scenario, how bad could it be? At most, it would just be a small life. After 18 years, she would be able to return to being a human.

She suddenly stopped and clenched her fists as she looked up at the moonlight. She took a deep breath. It was difficult to go down the mountain, so she didn't know where to go down the mountain.

In the shadows of the tall trees in the distance, Yu Tianqi quietly stood there, staring at her figure in a daze.

She walked back and forth, her slender waist straightened, and even now, she would not bend even a little, reaching out to him, begging for his love.

How stubborn was she?

A guard quietly whispered into his ear, "Your majesty, we just received news, your majesty should leave the mountain quickly. Chi Cheng has lost, Yulixiao has already proclaimed Fan Yi as his general, and several nearby cities have begun to move."

"What?"

Yu Tianqi's face changed, he no longer cared about his beloved, and turned to walk down the mountain.

At Chi City Mansion's courthouse.

Fan Yi was a simple person, and the magistrate court was simple as well. He was more luxurious than any other city's yamen. The items in the study were all from the market, the ink and pencils shelves were all ordinary shops, the air had a faint aroma of tea mixed with a strong scent, two candles were burning on the table, reflecting Yulixiao's cold and domineering aura.

Yulixiao put down his brush, looked up at the three City Lords, and said in a deep voice, "This king is very happy that all of you are willing to make such a choice. When the situation is settled, we will discuss the merits and rewards."

"Thank you, King Xiao." The three quickly stood up and respectfully retreated to the side.

"Your Highness, the soup is ready." Chen Yao walked in with a smile. She placed a small jar of thick and healthy soup in front of him, scooped out a small bowl and held it in front of him.

"There's no need to make soup tomorrow. There are so many people outside watching." Yulixiao swept her with his gaze and said indifferently.

"Your highness has to take care of your health in order to be able to lead your subordinates and build a meritorious career." The three city lords hurriedly said.

"Look, everyone knows." Chen Yao laughed, and then handed the soup over to him again.

"Chen Yao, enter the study room again. If you disobey this king's orders, you will be punished by family law." Yulixiao didn't even bother to receive the soup. Instead, he raised his eyes and stared straight at her.

Chen Yao's beautiful face paled as she quickly retracted her hand. After bowing to him, she gently said, "This concubine knows her wrongs."

"Go out." Yulixiao retracted his gaze, and no longer looked at her.

Chen Yao did not dare to say anymore, picked up the soup and left.

"King Xiao." Just then, Nie Shuangcheng walked in. Seeing that there was someone there, he cupped his fists to the three of them.

The three of them understood the situation and hurriedly left. Closing the door, Nie Shuangcheng immediately walked to his side and leaned in close to whisper into his ear. "There's news from the palace, the records of the medicine the empress dowager has are indeed real. The empress dowager wants to make a deal with you."

"Give her a heavy gift to make her happy." Yulixiao didn't even raise his head as he replied softly.

"What heavy gift." Nie Shuangcheng asked in shock.

"A three feet long white silk." Only then did Yulixiao throw away the wolf hair in his hand, as the corner of his mouth raised.

"Yes." Nie Shuangcheng laughed, then cupped his fists and left.

Yulixiao commanded Chi City. In the past ten days, not a single person had died, but there were actually three cities that had come. All the city lords of the south felt as if they were treading on ice, especially those few cities near Chi City. The officials of the cities didn't dare to close their eyes, afraid that they would be the first one to be hit. Yu Tianqi's army started to gather near Lake City. A huge battle was about to start.