I died tragically in my previous life, and I want to be an empress in my next life

eldest princess mansion

Xuanyuan Si took the teacup handed to him by the eldest princess, took a sip, and tried to calm his chest which was heaving due to coughing.

He put down the teacup, smiled bitterly, and said to the princess, "Aunt, I'm fine, I just have a slight cold."

He knew that once the arrow was shot, there was no turning back. How could he retreat now that things had come to this point? If he retreated, wouldn't he become a laughing stock in the eyes of everyone and become a cowardly and incompetent person?

When Xuanyuan Si thought about how everyone looked at him with sympathy because of his weak body, he felt a strong desire to not admit defeat. He didn't want people to sympathize with him, and he didn't want people to look down on him.

The princess looked at him, her eyes full of helplessness and heartache. She sighed softly and said, "Why are you doing this?"

"Aunt, you are obviously very intelligent, but just because you are a woman, you can only live in the princess's mansion. Are you willing?" Xuanyuan Si raised his head and looked directly at the princess.

The princess was silent. Didn't she want to show her talent and do something practical for the court and the people? But as a woman, her identity and status were greatly restricted.

Xuanyuan Si saw the princess' silence, and his belief became stronger. He continued, "My nephew is unwilling to accept his fate. I just want to go against the will of heaven."

The princess gently held his hand, her eyes full of tenderness. She knew her nephew's determination and perseverance, and also knew what price he would pay for his goal. She only hoped that he would take care of his health and not work too hard.

So she said, "Si'er, auntie just wants you to put your health first in everything you do."

Xuanyuan Si nodded heavily, "My nephew knows that my aunt is thinking about me."

The eldest princess picked up the teacup and took a sip. She knew that her nephew had a stubborn character and once he made a decision, he would not change it easily.

What's more, the matter of competing for the throne was something they had considered carefully for a long time before deciding. He would definitely be unwilling to withdraw at this time.

"I have ordered people to offer a large reward to anyone with excellent medical skills across the country. I believe that person will be able to cure your illness by then." The eldest princess smiled and said.

"Thank you, aunt." Xuanyuan Si forced a smile.

You know very well the condition of your own body. Even if you cure it, it will only extend your life.

"Then you should rest early. I will come to see you tomorrow." said the princess.

Xuanyuan Si nodded, the princess patted the back of his hand lightly, then turned and left.

In the middle of the night, Pei Zhiyan couldn't fall asleep. For some reason, the figure of Princess Galan appeared in her mind again and again.

Just as I was tossing and turning, there was a strange movement. The little bean bun suddenly jumped up, jumped to the window, and pushed the window open with his little head.

A figure jumped in from the window. It was Xuanyuan Che. He was holding Xiao Doubao and they sniffed each other's noses, like old friends meeting after a long separation.

Xuanyuan Che's arrival made Xiao Doubao extremely excited, and its little tail wagged even more happily. Pei Zhiyan was really afraid that Yinliu and the others would be attracted over.

Xuanyuan Che played with the little bean bun for a while, then put it down and walked to the table and sat down.

"Why are you here tonight?" Pei Zhiyan asked softly.

Xuanyuan Che smiled softly, still smelling a bit of alcohol, "I don't know why, I just wanted to come out for some fresh air."

"You were indeed a little impulsive at the dinner tonight." Pei Zhiyan frowned slightly and said in a low voice.

"Are you worried about me?" Xuanyuan Che smiled slightly, with a hint of teasing in his eyes.

Pei Zhiyan was speechless in her heart, and pretended to be indifferent and said, "Since you and I are allies, I naturally don't want to see anything happen to you."

“Oh, that Prince of Xiliang is arrogant and conceited. He brought disgrace upon himself. It’s not this prince’s fault.” Xuanyuan Che raised the corner of his mouth slightly, saying with a bit of sarcasm and pride.

Pei Zhiyan was speechless again. If you, Xuanyuan Che, dare to rank second, no one dares to be first. At this time, you seem to have a strong sense of family and country.

"Don't worry, this prince knows how to act in moderation." Xuanyuan Che smiled leisurely, as if everything was under control.

As he spoke, Xuanyuan Che picked up the pastries on the table and started teasing Xiao Doubao. Xiao Doubao seemed to enjoy this interaction. It gently patted the table with its front paws, as if responding to Xuanyuan Che's teasing.

"Is that so, little bean bun?" Xuanyuan Che asked softly, his eyes full of tenderness and doting.

The little bean bun seemed to understand what Xuanyuan Che said. It nodded vigorously, and it looked just like a chick pecking at rice.

Pei Zhiyan looked at the man and the fox, feeling both amused and helpless.

A few days later, the emperor suddenly summoned Xuanyuan Che.

Xuanyuan Che didn't want to enter the palace, but Eunuch Liu blocked him and wouldn't let him go anywhere.

"Sixth Prince, please have some compassion for me. If you don't go, His Majesty will skin me alive." Eunuch Liu approached slowly, hunched over, and knelt down with a plop.

"Okay, okay, get up and talk first." Xuanyuan Che waved his hand impatiently.

"If you don't agree, I won't get up." Eunuch Liu held one of his arms and refused to let go.

"Okay, this prince will go with you." Xuanyuan Che said helplessly.

Only then did Eunuch Liu burst into laughter, stood up, brushed the dust off his body, and led Xuanyuan Che to the palace.

He watched the Sixth Prince grow up. Although he looked arrogant and domineering, he was actually the softest-hearted one. He and the Emperor clearly cared about each other, but they always ended up in a quarrel whenever they met. I hope that today the father and son can have a calm chat.

"Eunuch Liu, do you know why my father summoned me this time?" Xuanyuan Che asked as they walked.

Eunuch Liu knew this, but he also knew Xuanyuan Che's temper very well. If he said it out loud at this time, Xuanyuan Che would definitely run away.

He thought for a moment and said, "Your Majesty must be missing the Sixth Prince, so he wanted to summon him to chat."

Xuanyuan Che glanced at Eunuch Liu suspiciously, "Eunuch Liu, please don't lie to me. He is busy with all kinds of affairs, so how can he have the time to call me to chat?"

"Sixth Prince, His Majesty has always loved you very much. You must not be willful anymore." Eunuch Liu sighed and said helplessly.

Xuanyuan Che turned around and looked at Eunuch Liu, with a slight smile on his face, "Eunuch, why are you so worried? I'm just an idle prince."

Upon hearing this, Eunuch Liu's face changed slightly. "Sixth Prince, you can't say that. You have royal blood in your veins, how can you be so disrespectful of your status? His Majesty has always placed high hopes on you."

Xuanyuan Che smiled slightly on his face, but snorted in his heart, humph, no one is more important than his kingdom.