The abandoned concubine who transmigrated woke up shouting "Long live the widow!"

At this moment, Jing Zhiyuan picked up the teapot on the table, poured a few cups of water, and handed one to Li Shi, saying, "You two sisters should also have some hot water! It's been very cold walking all this way."

"Thank you, Father! I'm not thirsty." Jingxue smiled and shook her head.

“I’m not thirsty or cold, my elder sister dressed me very warmly!” Jingze said.

Jing Zhiyuan helped Li Shi drink some water, then put the cup back on the table and asked, "Xue'er, why did those two golden-armored guards go to the back today?"

"That was at my request to the Emperor Emeritus. From now on, we will have an extra hour for our visits. Father, when were the guards outside changed? Have they made things difficult for you?"

"It seems they were replaced at the last minute. General Wei had something to do and will be back in a few days. Last time, when the Imperial Household Department came to deliver rice and grain, General Wei said something to my father."

"It's a good thing we have Jin Jia here, otherwise I really wouldn't be at ease. Those people outside are truly awful!" Jingxue said, frowning.

Jing Zhiyuan gently comforted her, "Don't worry about us. Everything your mother needs for childbirth has been prepared. Besides, this isn't your mother's first time giving birth, so she'll be fine."

"Xue'er, I have a few words I'd like to say to you privately."

Upon hearing this, Li looked at Jing Zhiyuan with concern, "Husband, is there something you have to say behind my and Xiao Ze's back?"

"Yun Ya, this is a matter of the court, don't overthink it!" Jing Zhiyuan said, then got up and left the bedchamber.

Jingxue patted Li's hand and said gently, "Mother, it's alright, don't worry!"

Inside the main hall, Jing Zhiyuan stood with his hands behind his back by the window. Shadow Four and Shadow Five must have gone out. Jing Xue walked over and stood behind him. "Father, please speak your mind!"

"You and Ozawa were attacked last time?"

Upon hearing this, Jingxue immediately guessed, "Has the Emperor Emeritus visited?"

"Yes! He came by. Do you know who was behind my crimes?" Jing Zhiyuan asked this question because he knew that the Golden Armor Guards were not nearby.

Jingxue didn't hide "Zou Ting," but she spoke very softly.

Upon hearing the name, Jing Zhiyuan couldn't help but sigh heavily, muttering to himself, "It really is him! This cunning old fox, always saying one thing to people and another behind their backs, I never expected him to be so ruthless, not only framing his father, but also daring to hire assassins to kill you!"

"Xue'er, this matter is of utmost importance. You must not act rashly! That guy has been an official for many years, and his power is deeply entrenched and extremely vast. Even the War King must be careful, after all, you are all too young and lack the experience and means to deal with this kind of situation."

Jingxue lowered her eyes slightly and replied softly, "Father, rest assured, I will not act rashly. What I really want is to find a legitimate reason to rescue you from here, otherwise I will kill him immediately!"

Jing Zhiyuan looked at Jing Xue. This was no longer his daughter. He couldn't describe the feeling in his heart. Although he rarely spent time with his daughter, he could still sense that this person was very different from his daughter in personality, appearance, and mannerisms.

"Xue'er, your mother and I are already very pleased that you were able to take Xiaoze out. As for us... it's very difficult for us to get out! Don't worry about us. It's already good enough that we can see you every month. Your father doesn't dare to ask for too much. Nobody knows what will happen in the future, but you must ensure your own safety first."

"Don't worry about that, I will do my best to ensure my own and Xiaoze's safety," Jingxue said firmly.

“Zou Ting’s faction is not to be underestimated, you…” Jing Zhiyuan didn’t know how much information Jing Xue actually knew about the other party.

"Does the War King also know it's him?"

Jingxue shook her head. "He doesn't know. I haven't told anyone except you."

"How are things going between you and the War King? He's young and impetuous, a bit arrogant, but he's matured a lot over the past few years."

“He and I are on the same side,” Jingxue replied.

Jing Zhiyuan: This girl really knows how to speak! She's so ambiguous.

"I heard that a delegation from Cangbei is coming."

Jingxue scoffed, "Father, you're quite well-informed! The Emperor Emeritus and you seem to have a good relationship!"

No matter how good the relationship, he won't let people go; that's what an emperor emeritus is like.

"Silly child, he came to tell me to persuade you." Jing Zhiyuan was quite helpless at Jing Xue's teasing.

"Don't listen to him, that old geezer is wicked, he..."

Jing Zhiyuan hurriedly interrupted Jing Xue, "Xue'er, you can't speak so recklessly, it will bring you to your death."

Jingxue didn't argue with him. She had figured it out; she couldn't change the minds of the ancients, so there was no point in wasting time and breath. She would just do as she pleased and let whoever wanted to do what she wanted.

Seeing that Jingxue remained silent, Jing Zhiyuan continued, "The Emperor Emeritus told me that the delegation has arrived, and in order to ensure safety, both sides need to exchange one hostage."

Jingxue looked up at Jing Zhiyuan and asked, "That old man isn't going to make me a hostage, is he?"

"They handed over a princess, and Bei Ye must also give up a princess."

"What does this have to do with me! I'm not the only princess of Bei Ye. Isn't Ye Musen's wife also a princess? Why should I go? What's in it for me? I'll go if he lets you go." Jing Xue said very quickly.

Jing Zhiyuan only now understood why the Emperor Emeritus had asked him to persuade Jingxue; this girl's eloquence was unmatched by most people.

Jing Zhiyuan was about to speak again when Jing Xue stopped him. "Father, please don't try to persuade me anymore, and don't talk about the greater good of the country. The Emperor and the Emperor Emeritus know that you are innocent, but they refuse to investigate the case thoroughly and punish the murderer. Instead, they have used you to manipulate me more than once. It's really pointless, I..."

“As the rulers of a country, they also have their own unavoidable circumstances. As the royal daughter-in-law, you have an inescapable responsibility.” After Jing Zhiyuan finished speaking, he saw Jing Xue’s shoulders slump and he sighed.

"Xue'er, the Emperor Emeritus and His Majesty have their own considerations. They also see that you are capable and can ensure your safety even if you encounter danger, which is why they arranged for you to go."

Jingxue knew that since it was a decision made by the two giants, she probably couldn't escape it, so she decided to maximize her benefits!

With a soft exhale, Jingxue said, "Father, this is definitely not a place to stay for long. Don't be too loyal to those above. Maybe they are deliberately condoning someone to harm you. Don't judge things by appearances."

Jing Zhiyuan frowned slightly upon hearing Jing Xue's words. He understood this principle, which was one of the reasons why he volunteered to guard the border after being granted the title of king.

At the time, he was afraid that the emperor would think that his achievements overshadowed his own and would suppress and control him. He thought that staying away from the court might prevent such a thing from happening, but he was still framed.

Although he was still alive, he had no freedom.

It would be a lie to say I wasn't sad, but I felt mostly helpless.

"Xue'er, I have long since disregarded life and death. As I said before, what I care about most is you and your child. As long as you are well, I have no other requests."