Transmigration: Experiencing Life's End - Dying Peacefully in One's Sleep

Xiao Heng's deep, resonant voice came from inside the hall; it was indeed pleasant to the ear.

After reading one book, Zhao Jing picked up a pen to make corrections.

After finishing processing all the memorials, Xiao Heng drank a cup of tea because she was thirsty.

Zhao Jing had the meal set out, and the two sat down to eat. She didn't need anyone to serve her; Xiao Heng served her food.

She glanced at him, then picked up the food and ate it anyway, a smile playing on Xiao Heng's lips.

Zhao Jing reminded her, "Enjoy your meal properly."

Xiao Heng: "Yes, Your Majesty."

The two rested in Zhao Jing's palace that night.

As the candlelight flickered, their figures intertwined, like the harmonious sounds of a zither and lute, each note a melody of joy.

……

Zhao Jing felt that everyone was unusually energetic tonight, and she was having a hard time keeping up.

After one round, she said wearily, "Rest now, we have to go to court tomorrow morning."

Xiao Heng: "Your Majesty, please go to sleep first."

Zhao Jing: ...How am I supposed to sleep like this?

She quickly lost all interest in anything else and was pulled back into the vortex.

……

Xiao Heng frequently went to the Emperor's place after the morning court session, and gradually everyone began to figure out some problems.

During the morning court session, the ministers all suggested that His Majesty choose a consort.

During this time, everyone has also discovered that Her Majesty the Queen is a person who knows how to recognize talent and is fair in rewarding and punishing people, so they dare to speak up when they have a point.

"Your Majesty has been on the throne for some time now, and the harem is vacant. It is time to select a suitable imperial consort to manage the harem."

Zhao Jing glanced at Xiao Heng: "I have my own arrangements for this matter."

Xiao Heng looked back at her with a smile in her eyes. The two exchanged a glance, and then Zhao Jing looked away first.

This scene was naturally witnessed by others, and it seems that His Majesty's chosen successor is the Duke of Su.

The younger generation thought: This kid is quick!

The older generation thought: We're too old; His Majesty is beyond our control.

Xiao Heng: Hehe.

The ministers knew that His Majesty was aware of the situation, so they didn't say anything more.

The main reason is that His Majesty is a man of his word; he replaces officials who are no longer suitable without giving anyone any face. Who would dare to be so stubborn?

It can only be said that Emperor Zhao Jing was a competent ruler, keeping the ministers firmly under his control and maintaining complete control over all power.

After the morning court session, Xiao Heng walked towards His Majesty under everyone's watchful eyes.

Zhao Jing was already sitting in the hall reading memorials. When she saw someone arrive, she beckoned him over.

Xiao Heng smiled knowingly, walked over, sat down, and hugged her.

When does Your Majesty intend to grant me a formal title?

Zhao Jing wrapped her arms around his neck, and the two instantly closed the distance between them, entwining and kissing for a while.

She raised her hand and touched her belly: "Your child is inside."

Xiao Heng opened her eyes wide and looked down at her stomach: "Really?"

His hand trembled slightly with excitement as he placed it on her stomach.

Zhao Jing nodded: "I had the imperial physician come and examine me this morning."

After she ascended to the throne, she postponed the morning court session and always went to court after having breakfast. This morning she felt nauseous and consulted the imperial physician, who confirmed that she was pregnant.

Xiao Heng hugged her tightly and said excitedly, "I'm going to be a father!"

Zhao Jing: "Yes, so you'll be entering the palace soon!"

Xiao Heng looked down at her: "Then, Your Majesty, would you have someone else?"

After all, in her position, she could have anything she wanted.

Zhao Jing didn't answer that, but raised an eyebrow and smiled: "Then it depends on your performance."

Xiao Heng understood, and said with a knowing smile, "Does Your Majesty think I haven't served you well? It seems that Your Majesty gets tired more easily."

Zhao Jing teased, "I just wonder if the Duke of Su will still have such energy in the future?"

Xiao Heng gritted his teeth: "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will always keep you satisfied."

Zhao Jing: "Haha."

Xiao Heng picked her up and carried her inside: "Your Majesty seems not to believe me. I must prove it to you."

Zhao Jing refused: "I'm still pregnant."

Xiao Heng lowered his head and smiled, saying, "Don't worry, I will prove it in another way."

Zhao Jing: ...

Other methods were indeed very tedious, and Zhao Jing gave up.

*

Zhao Jing announced that the Duke of Su would be the Emperor's consort, which was unexpected by everyone, so they all accepted it well.

However, some people ridiculed Xiao Heng, saying that he seduced the emperor through flattery.

Xiao Heng didn't care, as long as the emperor was his own. He even smiled at the person, making the person think that Xiao Heng was crazy.

Wenji: "Tsk tsk, the way my lord is so hopelessly in love is unbearable to watch."

Lu Ji warned, "Keep your voice down, or you'll get a beating if you get caught."

No sooner had he finished speaking than Xiao Heng's voice came: "What are you talking about?"

Wen Ji reacted quickly this time, smiling and saying, "My lord, we were saying that you and His Majesty are a perfect match."

Xiao Heng looked at Lu Ji, who quickly nodded and said, "Wen Ji is right. Congratulations to the Lord and His Majesty on your long and happy marriage."

Xiao Heng said to Wen Ji, "I'll let you off this time since you're good at talking."

Wen Ji smiled and said, "Thank you, my lord."

Lu Ji thought to himself: This kid is a real handful. He almost dragged me down with him. Luckily, when we talked about His Majesty, the lord showed me special mercy.

Xiao Heng returned to the Duke's mansion with his men. General Xiao, having received the news, came to see him and explained why he hadn't investigated the matter after his parents' deaths.

Xiao Heng asked, puzzled, "Why are you only telling me this now?"

General Xiao: "Back then, their power was too great, and the Duke's mansion was left with only the old man and the young boy. If you were to investigate, it would kill you sooner or later."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "Now that His Majesty has ascended the throne, he has complete control over the court and the harem. You are no longer someone they can easily deal with."

Xiao Heng: "I will make them pay the price."

General Xiao patted him on the shoulder: "Alright, but what about you and His Majesty?"

Xiao Heng: "We are truly in love, and I love her."

General Xiao: "The royal family is complicated, so you must be careful."

Xiao Heng nodded, looking at the white hair on his head: "You should also take good care of your health."

As General Xiao walked out, he said, "I'm in good health, so you don't need to worry about me."

Xiao Heng watched his departing figure and shed a tear.

The death of his parents has always been a pain in his heart. He was very disappointed that his grandfather was unwilling to investigate further at the time, but now he has finally figured out the truth.

*

Xiao Heng officially moved into the palace, but he still had to attend court every day. Zhao Jing did not let him languish in the harem; he also had to help with the affairs of the court and manage the harem.

This will make it convenient for Xiao Heng to find evidence so that he can avenge his parents.

After finding the evidence, Xiao Heng discussed it with Zhao Jing.

The scandalous affair between the Empress Dowager and Prince Xia, Yin Zhan, was made public. Prince Xia was summoned back to the capital for trial, and he directly raised an army in rebellion.

He was captured by Xiao Heng and his men, sentenced to death, and the Empress Dowager was imprisoned in the Cold Palace, never to leave again.

Xiao Heng has thus avenged her parents.

*

During Zhao Jing's pregnancy, she mostly entrusted Xiao Heng with handling the memorials to the emperor, while she would sit on the couch to the side, read books, and eat some fruit.

There was a spiritual spring, and I didn't experience any uncomfortable reactions during my pregnancy.

After this child is born, regardless of whether it's a boy or a girl, I will raise him to take over my position.