Poisonous Pet World: The War King's Heart-stealing Medical Concubine

Chu Tianlong's face, which had gone through many vicissitudes of life but was still majestic, had lost the coldness of an emperor at this moment. His eyes were flashing with tenderness and nostalgia, as if he had traveled through the long river of time and returned to the difficult years he had spent with Chu Zixi's mother.

"Xier, do you know that the relationship between you and me as father and daughter began with an escape where life and death were uncertain?" Chu Tianlong's voice was low and magnetic, with a barely perceptible tremor, as if every word carried the weight of the past.

He narrated slowly, it was a stormy night, the future ruler of Chu was attacked, seriously injured, and his life was hanging by a thread. It was Zi Xi's mother, the woman who was as tough as a wild flower in the troubled times, who lent a helping hand in times of crisis.

When Chu Tianlong recalled the scene at that time, a complex emotion surged in his heart.

When Chu Tianlong recalled those thrilling days, an indescribable grief surged in his heart.

They left the military camp, but unexpectedly the killers followed them closely.

Every day is filled with fear, as if death could swallow me at any moment.

For half a month, they hid everywhere like frightened birds, not daring to relax at all.

It was not until that day when they arrived at the foot of Wanling Mountain that they realized they had reached a dead end.

Wanling Mountain towers into the clouds, shrouded in mist, and is as beautiful as a fairyland, but for them, it is a turning point in their destiny.

When the killer's sharp blade cut through the tranquility of the air, they had no way to retreat, and the bottomless cliff became the only way to survive.

At the moment of rapid fall, they seemed to feel the favor of fate and fell into a cold pool.

The water in the cold pond was freezing, but it became their temporary safe haven from their pursuers.

"The water in the cold pond was bone-chilling, but it also made us temporarily forget the fear and cold." Chu Tianlong recalled that night, his eyes filled with emotion.

They struggled to swim to the shore in the cold pond, looking for a place to hide from the cold wind. Finally, they found a cave and hid in it to seek warmth.

The night was as dark as ink, and the cold wind was still howling. In order to keep warm, Chu Tianlong and his lover hugged each other tightly. In that quiet night, the emotions between the two gradually heated up, and they confessed their love to each other. That night, they had an intimate relationship.

"I swore that I would not let her down, but in the end, I broke my promise." Chu Tianlong's eyes flashed with pain and deep remorse. He thought of the promise he made to his lover, but he could not fulfill it. This beautiful time has become an eternal pain in his heart.

The trick of fate did not stop there. The next morning, when they were still immersed in sweet dreams, the killer found them again. Faced with the crisis of life and death, Chu Tianlong decided without hesitation to lead away the pursuers alone to protect his lover who was still sleeping.

Chu Tianlong ran as fast as he could, trying to lead the killer away from his lover. He thought he could escape successfully, but he lost consciousness due to the serious injury. When he woke up, he found that he had been found by his men and brought back to a safe area.

However, during this time, he lost his most precious memory. He forgot the good times he spent with his lover, and the vows and promises they made to each other. This became a regret in his heart that could never be made up.

"I woke up and lost my memory. I forgot everything, including your mother. She was a woman and lost her virginity. I am sorry for her." Chu Tianlong's voice was choked with sobs, and every word was as heavy as if it came from the bottom of his heart. That was the eternal pain in his heart, which could not be erased even after years.

Chu Zixi listened quietly, with an indescribable emotion welling up in her heart.

"Then, who was it that wanted to kill my father back then?" Chu Zixi asked softly, her eyes fixed on Chu Tianlong's.

Chu Tianlong's expression suddenly became solemn, and a cold light flashed in his eyes. "They are my relatives, your aunt and uncle. They coveted the throne and worked together to lay this trap. But now, they are no longer alive." He paused, as if recalling the past.

Chu Zixi nodded slightly, secretly feeling lucky that her father had finally escaped, but at the same time she also felt disgust towards those relatives who had evil intentions.

Chu Tianlong continued, "As for Princess Pingyi, she is the daughter of your second uncle. I thought of her innocence and her father's death, so I kept her in the palace and named her Princess Pingyi. Who would have thought that it would foster her ambitions."

There was tenderness in Chu Tianlong's eyes like spring water, gently brushing Chu Zixi's face, as if it could wash away all the hardships of her past. This tenderness was the joy of reunion after a long separation, as well as the belated guilt of fatherly love.

"Xi'er," Chu Tianlong's voice was low and magnetic, and every word seemed to flow out slowly from the bottom of his heart. "When the door of my memory was slowly pushed open, those dusty past events came flooding back like a tide. I immediately ordered the secret guards to find out about your mother, but I learned that she had passed away many years ago. At that moment, my heart was like being pierced by a sharp blade, and the pain was indescribable."

His gaze became softer, as if it could melt everything in the world. It gently fell on Chu Zixi, and then he continued in a low and magnetic voice: "However, when the news found by the secret guards was presented to me, I was extremely shocked. It turns out that you are not Murong Yunhai's daughter. Based on your age and other clues, I couldn't help but have a bold guess in my heart - you may be my bloodline."

Chu Zixi listened quietly. Chu Tianlong paused for a moment, then continued, "Until a secret letter from the War King of Dongyang State was delivered, all the mysteries were finally solved. This letter described in detail the circumstances of your birth and confirmed that you are indeed my biological daughter. At that moment, I was filled with endless joy, but at the same time I felt deeply guilty. Because I lost my memory and failed to recognize you in time, you suffered so much pain and grievance since childhood."

When Chu Zixi heard this, the emotions in her heart surged up like a tide. The one who suffered pain and grievance was never her, but the original owner.

She shrugged lightly, a faint smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she said softly: "Father, all this is in the past. Those past sufferings, now it seems, may just be a test of fate for my growth."

Chu Tianlong looked at her with eyes full of love and relief. He deeply understood that although his daughter had experienced countless hardships, she still maintained an indomitable spirit. This demeanor made him feel both proud and distressed.

"Xi'er, from now on, this palace is your home, and Zhaoyang Palace is your haven for rest. I will do my best to make up for what I owe you over the years." Chu Tianlong's voice was low and firm, his eyes full of sincerity and love. He reached out and gently stroked Chu Zixi's hair, as if to pass all the warmth to her.

After saying that, he turned to Jun Feimo who was standing quietly beside him, and the two exchanged meaningful glances.

Chu Tianlong knew very well that Jun Feimo had an irreplaceable place in Xier's heart. He chose to trust and respect him.

"Jun Feimo and I have something to say. Xier, you go to Zhaoyang Palace with the palace maid to rest first. A palace banquet will be held in the evening." Chu Tianlong's tone was full of majesty, but with a hint of pampering.

Upon hearing this, Chu Zixi's eyes moved between Chu Tianlong and Jun Feimo. Finally, she nodded slightly and gave Jun Feimo a reassuring smile.

Jun Feimo also smiled at her gently.

"Okay." Chu Zixi agreed softly.

"Someone, take Princess Zhaoyang to Zhaoyang Palace to rest."

The maids walked in slowly and bowed, "Princess, please follow me." Their movements were gentle and respectful, for fear of disturbing the new princess.

Chu Zixi followed the palace maid out of the hall. Chu Tianlong looked at her back, feeling a surge of emotion in his heart. He would no longer be alone. He had a daughter, a daughter born to his most beloved person. He had to pave the way for her and get rid of those ambitious people. He would not let anyone have the chance to hurt his precious daughter.