Siheyuan: Starting with level 8 benchwork skills

She responded to the current situation with a trembling voice, and that fragmented answer seemed like her weak struggle in the torrent of fate.

Xiao Jiqing's words hit everyone like hail, and the title of "wife" was like a thorn in his heart. In this palace, every minute and every second interprets the cruelty and complexity of power, and he is just one of many chess pieces. But in this game, every step of the choice affects the infinite possible destiny trajectories in the future.

The Queen Mother's eyes were like those of an eagle looking down at its prey, and her displeasure was obvious. She was surprised and angry at her son's behavior, and her sense of power that was ignored was like a flood that broke through the dam and overflowed from the scope of control. Her orders were like iron stamps that could not be resisted, but she could not hide the pain in her heart, because her persistence and opposition could not overcome the blood relationship after all.

There was a hidden emotion flickering in Xiao Jiqing's eyes, a determination that seemed to include everyone in this bet. His declaration was both a warning and a proclamation, reminding everyone of their insignificance in the face of power. Even the closest family members could not escape the unpredictable storms.

The Queen Mother's reaction was cold but contained deep heartache. Her words were like a blunt axe, cutting through the rigid relationship and leaving behind broken emotional fragments that no one could easily fill, and some people even fell into an endless abyss because of it.

However, at the center of this undercurrent political storm, a figure stood out. It was not Qiu Chuchu's fear, Xiao Jiqing's toughness, or the Queen Mother's majesty, but the nanny standing in the shadows. Her eyes were like the stars in the night sky, revealing not anger or disappointment, but an indescribable understanding and helplessness.

Qiu Chuchu is not the only actor in this political game. She is the protagonist, but other characters are also indispensable on the bigger stage. Their emotions, fates, choices and positions are interwoven into a vivid and profound drama.

As the story unfolds, each character will reveal his or her own unique emotional world. Whether it is fear, struggle, anger or hope, these emotions will be revealed through their words and actions. Everyone in the story is not only a character, but also an audience. Their every thought, choice and action will affect each other's fate in the future, and together weave this magnificent epic.

In the subsequent plot development, the information of "General Qiu's visit" is like a beam of strong light, piercing the fog in the current atmosphere and introducing a new variable to this stage play. This visit is not just a simple introduction to the identity, but more like a lead, leading the characters into the next adventure. In this land full of unknowns, everyone is ready to explore, challenge, and even change, because they all know that in this drama called life, every decision and choice will write their own chapter.

Chapter 4 Temporary Respite

Qiu Chuchu stared at where General Qiu was, and only heard a slight nod, then she slowly walked forward. She muttered to herself in her heart: "This commander is really not a good person! He was just about to attack her, hey... is he too immersed in the role?" She couldn't help rubbing her scalp.

As she walked towards the Queen Mother, she noticed the Queen Mother's smiling hands and finally approached her after some hesitation. However, when she was about to take the last step, the young man in white boots who was supposed to be sitting next to her suddenly raised his foot to block her way.

Qiu Chuchu glanced at the pair of white boots under her feet, then her eyes drifted to the owner of the boots, glared angrily, and then easily jumped over. "Anyway, it's all acting, this kid is so presumptuous!" She vowed in her heart. Although she said it, her voice was not very firm.

The young man faced her provocative gaze without any emotion on his face. Qiu Chuchu walked proudly to the side of the Queen Mother and sat down beside the chair.

The queen dowager gave him a warm hand-holding and then led him to sit beside her. Her eyes were full of kindness: "Chu Chu, when I first saw you, I noticed your characteristics. You are a perfect match for Prince Qing! If you don't mind, please allow me to be your granddaughter-in-law, 'or wife' in name?" She asked in a pleading tone.

"Hmm, oh..." Faced with such a sudden change in emotions, from the initially annoyed attitude to the extremely gentle and approachable attitude at this moment, the Queen Mother's transformation was too sudden! "This is an old artist with outstanding skills. I can't even compare to her in acting skills," Qiu Chuchu sighed secretly.

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Chapter 4 - The Constraint of Demand

"Chu Chu is still young, and Prince Qing is too arrogant, willful and impatient..." Such remarks need not be taken seriously, let alone letting the concubine of the emperor named **. Xiao Jiqing could not agree to Qiu Chu Chu and the ** emperor to be together. Even the most honest prince could not hand Qiu Chu Chu over to them.

A few days ago, the imperial court had announced a plan to arrange for Xiao Jiqing to marry the prime minister. If she were to marry this man, she might face the status of a second spouse or concubine.

"How can I let my precious daughter fall into such a situation?" This is obviously impossible! She must do her best to protect Qiu Chuchu's safety and happiness.

Seeing this confrontation, the Queen Mother's eyes showed a little anger: "Prince Qing, take Qiu Chuchu to the garden for a walk. I have some matters to discuss with General Qiu." The order spread throughout the hall like the wind.

PIANO

Upon hearing this, Xia Yanyan's eyes flashed with a cold light like a meteor. She automatically stood in front of Lin Yelan and sneered, "Please follow me." He had snatched away her identity card without giving her any return, and now, he had the opportunity to fight back.

So, Lin Yelan turned around and started to move towards the secondary hall, and Xia Yanyan followed closely behind him. Watching the two of them leave, the queen in the palace waved her hand gently, and the palace ladies waiting to serve in the hall left.

The queen looked at General Xia, who was standing beside her in a silver battle robe, with a look of determination that was difficult to conceal. "General Xia, please tell me everything. You should remember that His Majesty wanted your son Lin Xiaoyu to ascend the throne." Then she said, "Because of Miss Xia, we initially arranged her to be the prince's concubine, which was carried out in accordance with the royal family's promise. When the throne is truly confirmed, Miss Xia will be promoted to the position of queen and enjoy all royal favors. She will never be treated unfairly!"

"Your Majesty," General Xia said after a brief silence, "Your Majesty, I hope that my descendants will live a stable life and not pursue fame and fortune. Whether she can become the queen is not the key to her. The key is the prosperity of our Daqian Kingdom."

Faced with this proposal, the emperor thought for a moment before saying, "Please do not worry, General Xia. I will do what I say. If by any chance you find it unacceptable, no matter what misfortune Miss Xia encounters in the future..."

Before he finished speaking, General Xia was already anxious, "In that case, I agree to this marriage!"

Taking the teacup in his hand, the emperor stood up, reached out to help General Xia up, and gently comforted him, "I am very pleased that there are rational people who support me. I will choose an auspicious day for them to hold their wedding."

Although he felt reluctant, General Xia nodded in agreement. He was unexpectedly happy that his daughter had a bright future, and he didn't want Xia Chuyu to fall into such a chaotic world, but...

General Xia took a deep breath, bowed and said goodbye: "I will leave now!"

Greeting his back, the emperor smiled slightly and thought to himself: "Marrying Xia Chuyu to this dynasty is actually to consolidate the royal power of Emperor Ye Lan. With Xia's support, he will never take over the throne smoothly and will never allow Lin Ye Lan to ascend the throne."

At the same time, in a corner of the palace, Xia Chuyu stared at Lin Yelan angrily and cursed: "How exactly are you going to act out this scene? Don't take all this as reality? You've already ruined my reputation!"

Seeing this, Lin Yelan gently patted her forehead, somewhat helplessly, "Performance? What kind of performance are you doing?" After hearing this, Xia Chuyu's anger rose even more, and she roared like a lion: "You are performing Qingyu!"

After shouting this, she raised her right hand and punched Lin Yelan in the chest.

He did not stop her actions, thinking it was just a little temper of a girl. However, facing Xia Chuyu's question: "Why did the play become real?"

After hearing this question, Lin Yelan looked at Xia Chuyu in confusion: "Do you understand why I am talking about it?"

The two of them confronted each other like this, and the tense atmosphere filled the whole room.

Mei Wanwan pushed him hard, "I don't understand what you're saying! Give me a straight answer!"

Seeing the other party's serious attitude, Ye Xiang sighed helplessly and grabbed her hand, "I promised to marry you as my concubine. Do you need to explain?!"

Mei Wanwan bit her lips hard, trying to suppress the anger in her heart, and asked word by word, "Okay! Then tell me, how did you suddenly think of marrying a woman as a concubine?" Then, she broke free from his grip, sat back on the stone bench, and silently pondered this puzzling situation.

Why did he suddenly have such a strange idea - to take a woman as a concubine? Maybe it was because his emotions were a little out of control?

Ye Xiang stood up suddenly and clapped his hands to alert Mei Wanwan beside him. "Hey! How do you feel now?" After she stepped back in fear, he quickly put away his excited expression.

Looking at her evasive figure, a little disappointment flashed across his eyes. "You...what's wrong with you?" he asked.

The two of them were silent. Mei Wanwan clenched her palms tightly and felt that Ye Xiang's fingers were unusually hard, not the usual gentle touch. It was as if he was trying to release the negative energy that had accumulated for a long time in front of outsiders.

Mei Wanwan struggled to break free, unable to bear it any longer and vented: "What are you doing! Isn't it ungentlemanly to go too far to bully others?"