A Shocking Dream

Lin Wunian sighed softly, a bitter smile appearing on the corner of his mouth.

"Worried about me? Haha, I think Your Highness is worried that Kankan is too tired. Recently, I saw the look in Your Highness's eyes when he looked at Kankan. Others may not see it, but how could I not see it?" There was a hint of sarcasm in Lin Wunian's voice.

Qin Ruoyu was slightly startled, a flicker of panic in his eyes. His gaze wandered, not daring to meet Lin Wunian's gaze. "What are you talking about? I..." He hesitated, unsure how to explain. A hint of embarrassment crossed his face, and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly, revealing his inner nervousness.

The night was as dark as water, and the cold moonlight sprinkled on the silent courtyard. Lin Wunian gently put down the things in his hands and looked at Qin Ruoyu with complicated eyes.

At this moment, in the courtyard, the shadows of the trees swayed, the breeze blew, and the leaves rustled, as if telling of endless sorrow. Lin Wunian raised his head slightly, looking at the bright moon hanging high in the sky, and an inexplicable melancholy surged in his heart.

"You know what I'm saying. Do you need me to repeat it? You're the Crown Prince. You don't get to choose your marriage. You'll have three harems and six courtyards in the future. Kankan and you are from two different worlds. She's just an ordinary woman and shouldn't be embroiled in the turmoil of the palace." Lin Wunian's voice was soft, but every word was clear and unmistakable. It echoed in the silent night sky, as if carrying an irresistible force.

Qin Ruoyu frowned slightly, a trace of pain and helplessness flashing in his eyes. He stood there, the palace towering behind him, yet it seemed particularly desolate. "Miss Lin, how do you know my feelings? I have never thought about the three palaces and six courtyards. I only want you, Kankan. But I..." He couldn't help himself.

Lin Wunian sighed softly and lowered his eyes slightly. "Your Highness, you are too naive. The struggle for power in this palace never ceases, and your marriage is never a matter for you alone. You shoulder the heavy responsibility of the country, and your wife must be someone who can bring you political benefits. Kankan can't do that; she will only become your weakness."

The wind gradually picked up, making their clothes rustle. Qin Ruoyu clenched his fists, his eyes revealing a determined light. "I won't let anyone hurt her."

"Your Highness, you can protect her temporarily, but you can't protect her forever." Lin Wunian's eyes were full of worry. "Let her go. This will be good for both of you."

Qin Ruoyu remained silent, his heart churning like a raging sea. He stared into the distance, the endless darkness threatening to swallow him whole. Lin Wunian's words still echoed in the air, each word like a hammer hammering at Qin Ruoyu's heart. He knew Lin Wunian was telling the truth; the harsh truth lay before him, undeniable. Yet, the love he held within him was like a vine rooted deep within his soul; how could he let it go so easily?

"As expected of the woman the Emperor's uncle likes, she speaks just like him." Qin Ruoyu's voice was tinged with displeasure. A trace of pain and struggle flashed in his eyes, as if he was fighting a fierce battle against his inner contradictions.

The atmosphere was tense and oppressive. Lin Wunian faced Qin Ruoyu directly, his eyes firm and showing no sign of retreating.

"He is him and I am me. I have this personality and this way of speaking. Don't confuse us." Lin Wunian's voice was clear and powerful, echoing in the empty courtyard. She raised her chin slightly, her expression full of stubbornness.

Qin Ruoyu's brows were furrowed, and a look of displeasure appeared on his face. "Can't you be more restrained in your words?" His tone was accusing.

Lin Wunian sneered, "If you're unhappy, that's your business. I'm saying this for Kankan's own good. Look at the way you've been looking at Kankan these past few days. If someone with ulterior motives noticed and reported it to the Queen Mother, Kankan would be hunted down and killed."

Qin Ruoyu was startled, a flicker of panic in his eyes. He knew Lin Wunian was telling the truth; his feelings for Kankan had been difficult to control recently, and he'd almost let them slip. He knew Lin Wunian was right. But the emotions within him surged like a tidal wave, difficult to calm.

"If the emperor's uncle knew that you were..." Qin Ruoyu suddenly stopped, looked around vigilantly, and continued after confirming that there was no one around, "Your eyes are more sincere than mine." Qin Ruoyu's expression was solemn, with a hint of vigilance in his eyes.

Lin Wunian glared at Qin Ruoyu, his eyes burning with rage. "Alright, then tell him. Tell him that not only will you never see Kankan again, but I won't even be treating this Linzhou epidemic. I'm already tired of coming to this rotten world of yours, and I worry about all your shitty things every day. Why not just talk it out?"

Qin Ruoyu was overwhelmed by Lin Wunian's aura and didn't know how to respond for a moment. He looked at Lin Wunian's angry face and felt a sense of guilt.

Lin Wunian turned to leave, but stopped and turned back to look at Qin Ruoyu. "Do you think I want to care about these things? I just don't want to see innocent people suffer."

Qin Ruoyu opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but didn't know what to say.

Lin Wunian sighed, his tone softening. "Never mind, I was just grumbling. I'll still do my best to treat this Linzhou epidemic. After all, it concerns the lives of many people."

Qin Ruoyu looked at Lin Wunian, and the warmth in his heart gradually spread. He knew that although Lin Wunian's words were fierce, his kindness was always like a ray of light, illuminating everyone in this difficult time.

"What do you mean by a broken world?" Qin Ruoyu asked doubtfully. His eyes were fixed on Lin Wunian, waiting for her answer.

Lin Wunian was slightly startled, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes. She was silent for a moment before she slowly spoke, "This world is filled with conflict, suffering, and helplessness. I don't belong here, yet I've been dragged into this mess for no reason."

Qin Ruoyu frowned slightly and looked at her thoughtfully. "Indeed, Snow Country is your country, but..." He hesitated, his eyes revealing a complex emotion.

Lin Wunian raised his eyes slightly, his gaze calmly meeting Qin Ruoyu's. "Lin Bingshuang died a long time ago. There's no such person as Lin Bingshuang anymore. My name is Lin Wunian. You might not believe me, but I come from a fairyland. Your world is worlds apart from that world."

Qin Ruoyu's eyes flashed with surprise and confusion. He stared at Lin Wunian, as if trying to discern more secrets from her face. "A fairyland-like world? What kind of place is that?"

Lin Wunian raised his chin slightly, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes. "In that world, there's no war, no intrigue, and people live peaceful and beautiful lives. There's amazing technology that allows people to travel thousands of miles in an instant; there's beautiful natural scenery, like a painting."