C209 The Emperor's Choice

Luo Qingqi thought that even if he did not kill these people, he would still be sent to jail. But since the emperor in front of him was doing it for his own reputation and did not want to make things big, then Luo Qingqi had nothing to say.

"Your majesty, Qingluo has just given birth to a child, your servant still needs to go back and take a look. After all, I was frightened last night, so I'll leave these confessions with you. Since your servant has made things clear, your majesty will decide on his own."

"Only, all the spies that were planted in the mansion have been cleaned up." Luo Qingqi bowed to the emperor and was about to walk out of the study when he heard Luo Qingyue's shout and stopped him in his tracks.

"Are you throwing a tantrum with me?" Because I didn't punish them immediately? " When he heard Luo Qingqi mention Princess Qian Qian and the child, he stood up and left. If he still didn't see that was angry, then he wouldn't be the emperor anymore.

Although it was understandable for him to have such an attitude when something like this happened in the Qing Wen Manor, but Luo Qingyue was unable to accept his attitude. He had always held the child in his hands in high regard.

"This humble subject doesn't dare, it's just that, something just happened in this humble subject's estate. This humble subject has been busy the entire night, and in the morning, I rushed over to deliver a statement to the emperor. This humble subject is a bit anxious, and should've given his majesty a gift. Let the emperor handle this slowly."

When she thought about how she had toiled through the night just so that she could pass on the news to the emperor quickly, afraid that he would be in danger again in the palace so that he could prevent it in advance, in the end, he unexpectedly showed such a casual attitude.

If he had known earlier that this would happen, he would have dealt with all of these spies in the mansion, and he wouldn't have rushed here in a hurry. He just needed to hand over the paper and he could have avenged some of his grudges, but it was only a matter of time.

Besides, he already knew who the real culprit was, there was no need to be in such a rush. He had entered the palace in such a hurry because he was truly worried for the emperor.

Since the empress could order him to kill people in his own residence, and knew that she couldn't order him to kill people in the Palace, Luo Qingqi just didn't have the attitude towards the emperor, that's all.

He really didn't feel like he was acting out of temper, because there was no need for it. He had already done what he should have done, and if he didn't waste the Emperor's many years of nurturing, then he would have a clear conscience.

"Your majesty, the wangfei of this humble subject's house has just given birth and is indeed in a hurry to return home." Your majesty, the wangfei of this humble subject's house has just given birth and is indeed in a hurry to return home.

"This humble subject is indeed anxious to return and see the wangfei. Please understand this humble subject's feelings, Your Majesty. Your humble servant remembers that someone in this subject's family had a few days of leave, so I ask that Your Majesty forgive me. Your humble servant is in a hurry to go to the Ministry of Rites to request a leave of absence to return home, and I request Your Majesty's permission."

Luo Qingqi pulled up his robe and kneeled down in front of the emperor. At this moment, he was already like a sovereign and subjects, and no longer had the brotherly relationship he had when he first arrived.

Luo Qingqi had never played with his character in all these years, and this was the first time. However, it was because this was the first time, that he felt extremely uncomfortable.

Qing Wen was worried about him, so he left his newly born wife and son and hurried into the palace. He was afraid that there would be some danger to himself in the palace, but his attitude just now must have made him feel that all his efforts had gone to waste, so he was sad.

"Seventh Brother, you're still saying that you're not angry? Look at your current attitude. Is this the attitude that you should have towards an older brother?"

The Emperor's face was still sullen, but his tone was very intimate. This brother of his must have had some sort of relationship with him. The relationship between the monarch and his subjects was simply too distant.

"Reporting to the emperor, this humble subject is really not angry. This subject has done what he should do, there's no need to put on a show of temper. This humble subject is truly worried about my family, I hope Your Majesty will allow this humble subject to return home."

Luo Qingqi respectfully kowtowed to the Emperor. This kowtow did not have the slightest hesitation, it sounded like a solid thud when it hit the golden brick floor, hitting the Emperor's heart until it hurt.

"Seventh Brother, I just asked, what should I do? Do you really have to be estranged from me like this? "I admit that I'm a bit hesitant. After all, one is my own brother and the other is my wife. If I say that I don't hesitate, would you believe me?"

Although Luo Qingyue wanted to explain his feelings to Luo Qingqi, the words that came out of his mouth were not what he wanted to say.

"Your majesty, you asked this subject just now, 'What do you want me to do?'. Your majesty, there are some things that need your own determination. It's not like every problem will be properly resolved."

"For example, there was already an early sign of a palace change this time. It's not the first time the empress made a move on him. If you had made a decision earlier, it wouldn't have happened in the end. A palace change this time can really be avoided."

"Your benevolence is good, but you won't be able to do it if you're too lenient. Who knows if you'll be lucky again the next time something like this happens?"

"What if this subject does not come to the palace? What if the ministers outside didn't notice that something was amiss? What if Wang Zirou did not venture into the palace? Have you thought about all this? "

"You are indeed a benevolent ruler to the people and ministers, but you are too irresponsible to yourself." Luo Qingqi had endured his words for a long time.

This time, he was finally able to say the words. After all, he was the elder brother who raised him and gave him warmth. He truly hoped that he would be safe and healthy.

"This Emperor knows what to do. Seventh Brother, thank you!"

When Luo Qingqi left the palace, the emperor couldn't calm his emotions for a long time. Was he already old? He shook his head but did not admit that he was old.

He was only thirty years old, how could he be old? Then where did his spirit go when he first took the throne, and where did his lightning-like actions go when he first ascended to the throne?

He rubbed his forehead. It had to be said that Seventh Brother was right. He was becoming more and more merciful, always wanting to balance the forces on all sides and reduce the harm done to the people around him.

But just look at the results, it actually caused more and more people to be injured. Putting everything aside, he only said that more and more people who were loyal to him died that time due to his own soft-heartedness.

If she'd taken action earlier, the empress wouldn't have had the chance to force the palace into a corner. In fact, if she'd used a more forceful method, the empress might not have dared to force the palace. Perhaps it was because she knew that she was being merciful that she dared to do such a disobedient thing.

However, who knew that the higher one's position was, the more taboo one would feel. They wanted to find a balance in the four directions, to show mercy to their reputation, to have different opinions from their subjects, to have different conflicts between concubines?

He wanted all the princes to have the ability to protect the kingdom, and he was worried that they would have the ability to kill each other in order to ascend the throne. In short, he had too many things to worry about, so he became more hesitant and uncertain.

But, as a sovereign, was this right? Just like Seventh Brother said, he could save anyone he wanted to, but he lost even more because of this. Luo Qingyue suddenly stood up from his chair, with a kind of determination on his face that he hadn't seen for a long time.

The passion and hot blood that had disappeared seemed to return to his body in an instant, glowing like a type of energy. Perhaps, this was a reminder from the heavens.

Since he was sitting on this seat, he had to have the hot-bloodedness and passion to be a sovereign. If this feeling disappeared, then it wouldn't be far from his own downfall.

"Prince, you're back?" Luo Qingqi stepped into the East Ward, and Mo Li immediately welcomed him. "You must have just come back from outside, this servant will bring some hot water for you. I will help you change your clothes first, then come over to see your wife."

Luo Qingqi finally realised that he was too anxious, he rushed to East Ward without changing his clothes, this was not good, Qing Luo's body could not go through any further, it was due to his negligence, thanks to Mo Li's reminder.

"Well done, I'll go and change my clothes now." How could Mo Li let the Prince return to the house by himself? He hurriedly signaled Mo Liu to stand by her side, and she followed him to the main house to help him clean up before returning back to the East Ward.

"Qing Wen, why did you come over again? This house is not good for you, you should go back to the main house." How could Luo Qingqi listen to her.

"You talk too much, why are there so many taboos in your family? I won't stay for long either. I'm just here to visit you, if not, I'll miss you." Luo Qingqi's words made Qingluo's heart warm.

"Then I'll stay for a while, you can go back after we talk." Qingluo softly called him Master, causing Luo Qingqi's heart to heat up.

Seeing that Qingluo had covered his face, which was flushed red, Luo Qingqi became hot. He quickly turned his head and looked around the room.

"Why, have royal sister and Madam Hou left?" He had thought that these people would be able to stand guard here. After all, it was just after noon.

"After lunch, they were chased back by me. Didn't they say they would stay until dinner time to go back? How could they bear sitting here for a whole day?"

That's why I sent them away. Otherwise, if I told them that I was afraid that they would get tired and let them go back to rest, they would not be willing to leave.

He thought about how reluctant they looked to leave, as if he didn't care about their feelings, especially Zi Rou, she was so wronged that she was about to cry. He even saw her rubbing her eyes.

Seeing that they were sleepy and had to stay here, Qing Luo couldn't bear to see them suffer without taking an afternoon nap. She couldn't bear to see them suffer together with her.