RPAGF Chapter 138 Things Backfired
Chapter 138 Things Backfired
After that day, following Brother Yanyi's low-pitched instructions, I reluctantly swallowed the bitter saffron soup, trying to erase the traces of life that should not exist. However, fate did not seem to let me off easily. I struggled internally, wanting to bear this burden alone and not let Brother Yanyi worry about me, but my father's predicament left me no choice but to reveal this unspeakable secret.
Her words were accompanied by slight sobs, and her eyes were full of begging and helplessness.
And Song Yanyi, the man who once made her feel dependent, now had a stern expression on his face, without any emotion in his eyes.
"Do you want to keep this child?" Song Yanyi's voice was like a heavy hammer, hitting her heart.
"Although this child has not yet been born, he is the only bond between me and Brother Yanyi. I am well aware of my humble status and dare not hope to stand shoulder to shoulder with Brother Yanyi, but if there is a little life with our blood flowing in it, it will be the greatest comfort to me..." Before she finished her words, she was interrupted by Song Yanyi's cold questioning.
"How can you prove that the flesh and blood in your belly really belongs to me?" Song Yanyi's eyes were sharp.
Zhao Xian'er was stunned and speechless for a moment, "Brother Yan Yi, how could you..."
"The methods you are good at may not be used on others." Song Yanyi's indifference is chilling.
"My love for Brother Yan Yi is known to all, how could I betray him!" Zhao Xian'er's rebuttal was filled with despair, tears welling up in her eyes, "Brother Yan Yi, how can you doubt my sincerity like this!"
"I have no way of knowing what you are thinking, and I have no intention of exploring it."
Song Yanyi's indifference pierced her last line of defense. "Child, you can have the baby if you want, but I will never admit it."
"For your father's matter, you have used me as a bargaining chip twice. If it happens a third time, I will break off all ties with you!"
Before she could finish her words, Song Yanyi's hand suddenly grabbed her throat. She struggled in fear, her feet off the ground, but she was unable to break free from the big hand that was like an iron clamp.
Her face turned red, she had difficulty breathing, and her vision gradually blurred. When she was on the verge of suffocation, Song Yanyi threw her to the ground, completely ignoring the fact that her fragile body was nurturing a new life.
Zhao Xian'er lay on the ground, coughing non-stop, looking in a miserable state. It took her a long time to finally steady her breath.
Song Yanyi's voice was cold in my ear: "Stay away from me, I don't want to see you again."
She clenched her teeth, her eyes flashing with unwillingness and despair. She didn't understand why she had given everything but still couldn't melt the ice in Song Yanyi's heart.
Cui Rongrong, what kind of magic does that woman have that can make there be no one else in Song Yanyi's world?
She took a deep breath, a look of determination flashed in her eyes, she staggered to her feet, without looking back, and resolutely left this heartbreaking place.
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The next morning, before the sun had completely dispelled the chill of the night, Cui Rong had already stepped into the threshold of the imperial palace.
Having stayed by Zhao Xian'er's side for several days in a row, she had apologized to the Queen Mother many times and had come here early today.
However, the road to the Queen Mother's chamber was not as peaceful as she had hoped.
Song Yanchen's figure unexpectedly appeared in front, with a hint of amusement in his eyes.
Cui Rong narrowed her eyes slightly and bowed politely: "Greetings, Sixth Prince."
Song Yanchen's lips curled up into a smile, "Miss Cui, are you going to pay a visit to the Queen Mother?"
Cui Rongrong nodded slightly, but secretly guessed Song Yanchen's intention.
Her eyes inadvertently swept behind Song Yanchen and exchanged a subtle glance with Wen Yinyang.
Sensing Cui Rongrong's reaction, Song Yanchen said bluntly: "I want to talk to Miss Cui privately."
The two of them moved aside, and Song Yanchen got straight to the point: "I see that Miss Cui is very much loved by the Queen Mother. Can you say a few good words for me in front of the Queen Mother?"
"With the Queen Mother's help, my engagement problem may be solved, which will be beneficial to both of us." Song Yanchen's tone was full of anticipation.
Cui Rongrong chuckled, a sly look flashing in her eyes, "Why don't you ask for help from Imperial Concubine Jing? She is always by the Queen Mother's side, and her influence is beyond my reach."
"I'm afraid your Sixth Prince has found the wrong person." There was a hint of teasing in her words.
Wen Yinyang frowned slightly and interrupted, "My mother is not good at this. If I say something inappropriate and offend the Queen Mother, the consequences will be disastrous."
"But Miss Cui is different. You once saved the Queen Mother. Even if there is something wrong, the Queen Mother will forgive you." Song Yanchen insisted.
Cui Rongrong smiled with a hint of sarcasm, "It might be more appropriate for the Sixth Prince to do this personally."
Song Yanchen seemed a little confused, "I don't quite understand what Miss Cui means."
Cui Rongrong smiled but said nothing, "Your Highness the Sixth Prince must wait patiently for the right time and not act too hastily."
"Being too hasty often backfires." Her words revealed deep meaning.
Song Yanchen frowned, not understanding Cui Rongrong's hint.
Seeing that the gap between him and Song Yanyi was narrowing day by day, although his mother often served the empress dowager, she could not provide any substantial help. He was worried that if he delayed any further, his father might decide that Song Yanyi would inherit the throne!
After repeated consideration, he thought Cui Rong was the most suitable helper, but he did not expect to be rejected.
His face was gloomy and his eyes were sharp. "Miss Cui, if you don't want to help, why don't you just say so? Why are you making excuses like this?"
"Miss Cui, you'd better go and pay your respects to the Queen Mother. I won't waste your time." Song Yanchen strode away.
Cui Rongrong raised her eyebrows and exchanged a glance with Wen Yinyang.
Before chasing after Song Yanchen, Wen Yinyang promised in a low voice: "I will handle the Sixth Prince's affairs properly."
After saying that, he quickened his pace and followed Song Yanchen closely.
Cui Rong secretly laughed in her heart. Song Yanchen was too impatient. Her contest with Song Yanyi had just begun. The real battle for the throne would begin when the emperor's condition worsened.
She withdrew her gaze and signaled the eunuch beside her to continue moving forward.
On the way, Song Yanchen's complaints drifted in the wind, "I just looked at her a few more times, and she dared to order me around so arrogantly! She really thinks she is such a great person!"
"If the current situation didn't require it, I would never allow her to be so presumptuous!" His voice was filled with reluctance and anger.
Wen Yinyang remained silent until Song Yanchen's anger gradually faded away. He then slowly opened his lips and said in a steady voice: "Your Highness the Sixth Prince, don't you think there is some merit in what Miss Cui said?"
Song Yanchen frowned and waved his hand impatiently, his tone full of doubt: "Her words are ambiguous, how can there be any truth in them? Master Xiao Wen, why do you always defend Miss Cui? I really can't understand it."
Wen Yinyang secretly tightened his fists in his sleeves, but his face remained calm. He spoke firmly and sincerely: "I, Wen Yinyang, will wholeheartedly assist the Sixth Prince. Your Highness is the only one in my heart."