Time Travel: The Best Doctor in Ancient Times

Chapter 1257: Chapter 920: Lilies Bloom Beneath Brokeback Mountain

His face was as pale as snow, and his whole body was shivering rhythmically!

With a pair of almond-shaped eyes, he looked disbelief at the woman seated casually beside the dining table, whose posture seemed relaxed, yet exuded an indescribable elegance and nobility. The shock on his face was beyond words!

Southern Emperor! Your Majesty! Son-in-law!

This woman...

This woman really is the Southern Emperor!

Ruling the world with nine-tenths of the power, reigning supreme as a woman at the pinnacle of Nine-Layer - the Southern Emperor!

That woman who exists as if in legends...

Turned out to be this very woman before my eyes!

Only Southern Emperor Changsheng could be so young yet possess such martial arts cultivation!

Only Southern Emperor Changsheng could have a touch of Holy Golden between his brows, its brilliance overshadowing the sun and moon!

Only Southern Emperor Changsheng could be so arrogant and presumptuous, unmatched...

In the Dark Market, everyone was respectful and deferential!

The City Lord of Licheng bowed his head in submission!

Who else could it be but the Southern Emperor?

At this moment, Ling Yuexi’s heart suddenly went blank, her breathing seemed to have stopped, and the suffocating feeling made her tremble endlessly in shock and fear!

She actually...

Actually spoke such words to Southern Emperor Changsheng...

She...

”Your Majesty, pardon my boldness in requesting an audience, but I am truly compelled!” Among those in the room, no one paid attention to the terrified Ling Yuexi. Yan Qingcheng nodded and respectfully said, ”I heard that the Hidden Guard Steward Wang Buer from Licheng City had petitioned Your Majesty for a transfer out of Licheng City. I wonder if this is true?”

As Yan Qingcheng spoke, he slightly raised his head, a hint of worry in his eyes as he looked towards the person seated above.

Upon hearing this, Gu Changsheng’s eyebrows twitched, and he leaned closer to his evildoer, casually blowing on his nails as he spoke, ”Indeed, it is true! Wang Buer’s father had great achievements in Liaodong, entitling his descendants to benefits. Customarily, Licheng City is a major military hub in Northern Liaodong, a place of constant war and danger. It should not be where the Son of Merit guards; transferring him to the Capital City to enjoy wealth and prosperity is only right.”

Upon hearing this, Yan Qingcheng’s expression immediately turned serious. He stepped forward and clasped his fists, speaking in a deep voice, ”I beseech Your Majesty to reconsider!”

”Oh?” Gu Changsheng responded, casting a fleeting glance at Yan Qingcheng, and softly said, ”Do you have anything to say about this, Yan Qingcheng? Although Liaodong is my vassal state, it is managed solely by Empress Xiao. I know little about Liaodong’s situation. If you have any opinions on this transfer, feel free to speak freely!”

”Your Majesty! I have guarded Licheng City for five years, taking pride in being the City Lord. I am well aware that Licheng City is a place of extraordinary importance. The Hidden Guard Stewards stationed there face numerous tasks, not only staying vigilant against Northern Mongolian disturbances, but also collecting information on the city’s many affairs. Additionally, Licheng City is a crucial hub for Border Pass transactions, and Wang Buer is exceptionally skilled in this area!” Yan Qingcheng replied immediately, his face carrying a hint of urgency, ”Your Majesty, although Wang Buer is the son of merit, serving the country loyally and using kindness is the duty of a subject. Wang Buer can release his potential and excel in Licheng City. With Wang Buer stationed there, both Your Majesty and Dowager Empress Xiao can rest easy. I implore Your Majesty to reconsider and not let Wang Buer act recklessly!”

”Oh? Is that all?” Hearing this, Gu Changsheng raised his eyebrows even higher.

Exchanging a glance with his evildoer, a knowing flash passed through their eyes.

It seems that Yan Qingcheng is not entirely indifferent towards Wang Buer!

Indeed, love among men is truly beautiful!

”Well...” Upon hearing Gu Changsheng’s question, Yan Qingcheng hesitated, but finally said stubbornly, ”Furthermore, Wang Buer and I became friends in our youth, have a deep bond, and work harmoniously together in guarding Licheng City. I implore Your Majesty to reconsider and not allow Wang Buer to act recklessly!”

”Friends in youth, a deep bond, indeed!” Gu Changsheng repeated softly, but soon released his hand, adopting a serious expression as he looked at Yan Qingcheng. Exuding the authority befitting the Southern Emperor, his voice also carried the intimidating power of long-held supremacy, ”But what I have heard is not the same!”

”Your Majesty...” Yan Qingcheng paused, and with a ’thud,’ knelt to the ground, his back rigid, unwilling to waver.

”Yan Qingcheng, you are known as the shining gentleman of Liaodong, enjoying countless delights, but Wang Buer is the son of merit in Liaodong! If his ancestors had merits in Liaodong, they would have merits with me! What he seeks, I have no reason to deny!” Gu Changsheng spoke, standing up from the chair. Though dressed ordinarily, his imposing presence made it impossible to look directly at him.

Yan Qingcheng knelt with a straight back.

Ling Yuexi was already drenched in cold sweat, trembling greatly.

”Yan Qingcheng, people call you the gentleman of beautiful towns, but to unjustly burden my deserving subject with the crime of misleading you into marriage, does that sit well with you?” Gu Changsheng said as he paced, glancing imperceptibly at the kneeling Yan Qingcheng, ”Wang Buer told me that at first sight, he was captivated by ’Qingcheng.’ That’s why you were appointed to the remote area of Licheng City, and he forsook the prosperity of the Capital City, pursuing without hesitation. Though not accepted by society, it is ultimately a matter of one’s heart, and outsiders cannot intervene! Wang Buer appears unconcerned, but his mind is keen and ability extraordinary. Would he have dared ignore societal condemnation and chase a man if not for some unintended hints from you, the gentleman of beautiful towns? Yan Qingcheng, is there anything you wish to say to me?”

Kneeling, Yan Qingcheng froze initially, then a tragic, bitter smile spread across his face.

”Nothing you want to say?” Gu Changsheng asked, urging candid confession.

Damn it, should I confess openly after all?

With food before her, aren’t people still hungry?

This really doesn’t let people have a good meal!

”Your Majesty...” Under Gu Changsheng’s urging, a flash of hesitation appeared on Yan Qingcheng’s gracefully refined face, but still he spoke, ”Your Majesty also said, this love is not accepted by the world! I consider myself a normal man, but towards him, I always feel guilty in my heart...”

”When I was young, I had some encounters with him. At that time, we were both in miserable conditions, feeling pity for each other. I had promised him to accompany him for life, but...” At this point, a bitter smile appeared at the corner of Yan Qingcheng’s mouth, and the look he gave Gu Changsheng carried a hint of unspeakable difficulty, ”But I never expected that as time changes, twenty years later, he still remembers that promise and unwaveringly... This is my fault! I am guilty in my heart! I have nothing to repay him! Just as long as he continues with these thoughts, I will accompany him! As long as he does not marry, I will remain single, and so, it counts as companionship...”

”What a ’he does not marry, you remain single’! Then who is the woman outside claiming you promised to marry her?” Upon hearing this, Gu Changsheng immediately let out a cold snort and retorted with a voice tinged with sternness, ”Don’t think that I am one to be easily deceived, believing everything you say?”

Fine!

She was indeed being protective!

Wang Buer is a Hidden Guard from Liaodong, and throughout Gu Changsheng’s journey, he has been in the care of Hidden Guard Jin Rong and knows how difficult it is to be a Hidden Guard in Liaodong!

All of them are people with genuine loyalty!

Such people deserve to be heavily employed and protected!

Gu Changsheng indeed wanted to protect Wang Buer!

Just for his perseverance and determination!

”Is Your Majesty referring to Rourou?” Upon hearing Gu Changsheng’s stern words, Yan Qingcheng’s expression remained unchanged, and he spoke with a calm demeanor, ”Your Majesty has misunderstood! The Luoh Family and my Yan Family are old family friends. Though the families intend to join in marriage, Rourou and I share only sibling affection, with no romantic feelings involved!”

”No romantic feelings, and yet she is pursuing you for marriage? From her words, it is clear you promised to marry her as your wife, and yet, you dare stand before me and claim to live a life of solitude with Wang Buer?” Gu Changsheng replied without reservation upon hearing this.

”Your Majesty...” Upon hearing this, Yan Qingcheng’s face immediately showed a trace of difficulty. After thinking for a while, he still spoke, ”Your Majesty has misunderstood this humble servant. I dare not lie before Your Majesty; I cannot disappoint Buer’s feelings. I promised Rourou merely to help her, and in doing so, help myself as well. She wishes to marry me only to deceive everyone! The one in her heart is her personal maid, Jiji...”

”Pfft!”

Gu Changsheng immediately sputtered upon hearing this, staring at the kneeling Yan Qingcheng before her, looking at his face in speechless amazement...

Oh dear!

Looking at him, why does it not seem like he is lying?

That Rourou outside is indeed a woman!

And the personal maid in Yan Qingcheng’s words is obviously also a woman!

”Yan Qingcheng, are you sure Rourou’s personal maid outside isn’t a man?” Gu Changsheng asked with twitching lips, her face twitching all over.

Oh heavens! Although this male maid may seem unordinary, it’s far easier to accept than what I imagined!

”To report to Your Majesty, Rourou’s personal maid Jiji is indeed female...” Yan Qingcheng replied in a low voice with his head slightly bowed.

Upon hearing Yan Qingcheng’s response, Gu Changsheng felt completely struck by lightning!

Like a mummy, she stiffly turned her head and glanced at her own evildoer. Well, even the face of her usually calm and immovable evildoer showed a hint of shock!

Turning back to look again at Yan Qingcheng, Gu Changsheng found herself at a loss for words!

What on earth is going on?

First, she encountered a pair of living cut sleeves, then she immediately stumbled upon a pair of living Lesbians?

What is this?

Lilies blooming under Brokeback Mountain?

This is simply...

Simply unbearable to witness!

Even in modern times, homosexuality is a rarity!

How is it that now they all seem to be popping up together?

This isn’t scientific!

Gu Changsheng looked up, gazing sorrowfully at the heavens in resignation.

She’s uncertain if Heavenly Father is playing games with her, forcing her to broaden her horizons at this pace?

Fine! She hasn’t read much and lacks understanding, and she admits her shortcomings!