The emperor is biased and wants to kill me, but you chickened out when the army is at the city gates

Great empire.

Dali Temple.

"Your Majesty, after a joint trial by the Court of Judicial Review, the Ministry of Justice, and the Censorate, it has been confirmed that Zhao Luoying is guilty of a total of ten crimes, including concealing war reports, deceiving the emperor, acting arbitrarily, and killing ministers without authorization!"

Xu Zhi, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, said in a deep voice: "Zhao Luoying has been favored by the Emperor for generations, but she disregarded His Majesty's favor and committed heinous crimes. Her crimes are truly heinous. I beg Your Majesty to make a judgment!"

Despite being bound by shackles and chains, Zhao Luoying, who was on trial, showed no fear on her stunningly beautiful face.

"The scout sent to the capital fell into the hands of bandits, preventing the intelligence from reaching Father Emperor in time. Is this considered concealing intelligence? His arbitrary actions are even more laughable. The supervisor sent by the court knows nothing about military operations yet still tries to interfere. If he doesn't act arbitrarily and listens to those incompetent fools, how can this war be fought?!"

Qin Xuan's voice boomed like a bell, echoing throughout the Dali Temple: "Furthermore, regarding the unauthorized killing of a minister, that man was in cahoots with the Jurchens. If we don't kill him, are we supposed to wait for him to open the city gates for the Jurchens?! These ten charges are all fabricated, slanders, and attempts to clear my name. I beg Your Majesty to see the truth!"

"Sixth Brother, the joint trial by the three judicial departments has already uncovered Zhao Luoying's crimes, and the evidence is conclusive. As Zhao Luoying's husband, you should uphold justice and put aside your own family ties, instead of making excuses for her here!"

The Third Prince, Qin Zhen, said in a deep voice.

Zhao Luoying knew very well what fate awaited her, but she didn't want to put Qin Xuan in a difficult position. Her seemingly calm tone was filled with reluctance: "Your Highness, this matter has nothing to do with you. I, Luoying, will take responsibility for my actions!"

Qin Xuan's gaze was fixed on Emperor Qin Tian, ​​who was dressed in a dragon robe. He knew that only Qin Tian could save his lover.

however.

Qin Tian and Qin Xuan looked at each other, their gazes now devoid of their former kindness, cold and devoid of any warmth.

Qin Xuan closed his eyes, his whole body trembling, as memories of the past flooded his mind.

Qin Xuan comes from modern times. His parents died in an accident, and he grew up relying on the kindness of others. He worked and studied diligently, and after completing his military service, he took the college entrance examination, using his discharge pay as tuition.

After graduating from a prestigious university, Qin Xuan thought his life was about to be rewritten, but overwork led to his sudden death.

Fortunately, fate transported him to the Great Qi Empire.

His predecessor shared the same name and surname, also known as Qin Xuan, and was the sixth prince of the current dynasty.

Because his birth mother was a palace maid in the Xin Zhe Ku (a lowly household), Qin Xuan was never favored. His brothers would beat and scold him every day, and even the eunuchs of higher status would give him attitude.

The original owner of this body didn't want to live a cowardly life. A few years ago, the Jurchens invaded the south, and the Great Qi Dynasty was on the verge of collapse. The original owner went to join the army, but was seriously wounded in battle and died. That's how Qin Xuan was able to transmigrate here.

Qin Xuan cherished the opportunity given to him by God. He distributed his meager salary to the soldiers and used modern concepts to train the army, which revitalized the Daqi army, which had suffered repeated defeats.

Zhao Luoying's ancestors were soldiers for generations. Her father and brother were both killed by the Jurchens, and she had a deep-seated hatred for them.

Qin Xuan and Zhao Luoying joined forces to lead the Shence Army to resist the Jurchen advance and launch a counterattack!

After three years of fighting, they forced back the Jurchen army and recovered the four northern provinces!

"By imperial decree, Zhao Luoying's crimes are grave; she shall be stripped of her title and reduced to a commoner. Considering the generations of military achievements of the Zhao family, I hereby change the punishment of slow slicing to beheading and public display!"

Qin Tian's decision interrupted Qin Xuan's memories. Hearing the emperor's punishment of his beloved, Qin Xuan was filled with rage!

"Father, last month you summoned me to bring Luo Ying back to the capital, was it all for the purpose of executing Luo Ying today?"

Qin Xuan disregarded everything and said coldly.

Over the past three years, Qin Xuan has achieved numerous victories and made outstanding contributions. Qin Tian's attitude towards Qin Xuan has changed drastically. He writes letters every three days and two nights to express his concern and condolences, or sends rewards, provisions, and supplies.

Furthermore, Qin Xuan was granted the title of King of Chu, the most prestigious title for a prince in the Great Qi Dynasty!

Last month, Qin Xuan guarded the border, preparing to wipe out the Jurchens in one fell swoop.

Qin Tian wrote a letter saying that the world was at peace and Qin Xuan should return to the capital to learn how to govern the country.

Qin Xuan believed that Qin Tian was intentionally supporting him to become the crown prince.

Although Qin Xuan didn't care about the throne, he knew that his brothers only knew how to deal with their own people and were completely incompetent at governing the country. For the sake of the people, he took his beloved Zhao Luoying back to the capital.

The Shence Army was then taken over and commanded by a trusted confidant sent by the emperor!

Looking back now, it was nothing more than the usual tactic of "Strive on, for the heir is often ill"!

"Be bold!"

Qin Zhen slammed his fist on the table and stood up abruptly: "Sixth brother, you are truly audacious! How dare you complain about Father Emperor! The evidence of Zhao Luoying's crimes is irrefutable. Father Emperor's judgment this time is also impartial and selfless. Father Emperor took your merits into consideration and did not implicate you. Instead of being grateful, you are acting aggrieved!"

Qin Tian took a sip of tea without saying a word, but his cold gaze already revealed his attitude.

Qin Xuan clenched his fists tightly. Without a doubt, this was all Qin Zhen's scheme.

Qin Xuan's achievements were unparalleled, and Qin Zhen couldn't overcome this tough nut, so he started targeting Zhao Luoying.

If Qin Xuan does nothing and watches Zhao Luoying beheaded and displayed to the public, he will lose all popular support and be reduced from a revered hero to a spineless coward who can't even protect his own woman.

If Qin Xuan were to confront the emperor head-on, he would be going against him, and being reduced to a commoner would be a good outcome.

"Your Highness, I am deeply honored to have met you in this life. Your Highness, please do not say any more. I do not wish to implicate you. Your Highness, may we meet again in the next life."

This legendary female general, who was invincible on the battlefield, held back her tears as she bid a final farewell to Qin Xuan.

In feudal times, without military power, one had no ability to oppose the emperor.

"Guards, drag him away and execute him!"

Qin Zhen was so excited he almost jumped up, and immediately gave the order on behalf of Qin Tian.

The guards, who were ready, approached Zhao Luoying.

"Wait!"

Qin Xuan suppressed his anger and looked at Qin Tian: "Half a year ago, your son won a great victory, killing tens of thousands of Jurchen bandits and forcing them to retreat to their stronghold. At that time, Father Emperor said that your son could make a wish."

Qin Tian squinted at Qin Xuan and said, "I did say that, but Zhao Luoying has committed heinous crimes, so your wish cannot be to pardon her death sentence."

"The day after tomorrow is the anniversary of Luo Ying's parents' death. Your son hopes that before Luo Ying is executed, she can pay her last respects to her parents!"

Qin Xuan said in a deep voice, "This is my wish, Father Emperor, please grant it!"

"Qin Xuan, you are making things difficult for Father Emperor!"

Qin Zhen shouted angrily, fearing that something might happen in the next two days.

Qin Tian also frowned. He wished he could kill Zhao Luoying right now, but from a moral and rational point of view, Qin Xuan had made such an unparalleled contribution, and his only wish was to let his beloved live for a couple more days, which was not unreasonable.

"Your subject has only one wish: that Your Majesty will execute Luo Ying in two days. Your subject will have no complaints!"

Qin Xuan spoke with righteous indignation and stern words.

"I'm sure."

Qin Tian said, "Neither you nor Zhao Luoying are allowed to leave the city for the next two days. The execution will take place in two days!"