latelenovela Chapter 189 Head-to-Head
Chapter 189 Head-to-Head
When Zhao Jihua looked up, she saw that his eyes were filled with lust.
The little girl pushed him away out of fear.
Realizing what had happened, she quickly apologized: "I'm sorry, I..."
"It's okay, it's still early, it's good for us to chat."
There was a lot of noise and commotion outside the door.
Inside the door lies a peaceful and serene world.
The two talked quietly, sharing their thoughts and past experiences.
From childhood anecdotes to growing pains and aspirations for the future, they seemed to have endless things to say.
After an unknown amount of time, the moonlight outside the window grew brighter and brighter, spilling into the room and bathing the newlyweds in a silvery glow.
Emperor Jing looked at Zhao Jihua, his love growing stronger.
He gently pulled her into his arms, his voice low and husky: "Ahua, it's getting late, you should get some rest."
It was really tough for me to endure it!
Zhao Jihua nodded slightly, her cheeks flushed, and leaned against him, feeling his strong heartbeat.
Emperor Jing gently picked her up and carried her to the carved bed.
His movements were gentle and careful, as if he were holding the most precious treasure in the world.
After gently placing Zhao Jihua on the bed, he slowly leaned down and kissed her forehead.
Zhao Jihua closed her eyes, feeling his breath, her heart filled with sweetness and anticipation.
As the curtains slowly fell, the candlelight inside the room gradually went out, leaving only moonlight shining through the window and illuminating the two figures leaning against each other.
On this tranquil night, Zhao Jihua and Emperor Jing consummated their marriage. Their love took root and blossomed in the palace, blooming into the most splendid flower.
……
The next morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the thin gauze curtains.
Zhao Jihua slowly woke up and found herself lying in Emperor Jing's arms.
She stirred slightly, and Emperor Jing awoke as well.
He looked at Zhao Jihua in his arms, his eyes full of affection: "Ahua, did you sleep well?"
Zhao Jihua's cheeks flushed slightly as she nodded gently, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I slept very well."
Emperor Jing kissed her lips fiercely again and again, only letting go when she was almost out of breath.
"I told you, you're not allowed to call me Your Majesty. What should you call me?"
She called out shyly, "Ah Jing..."
Emperor Jing gently stroked her hair and said with a smile, "From now on, you will be the ruler of the Azure Dragon Empire, and the entire country will be under your control. I believe you will do a great job."
Zhao Jihua sat up, her expression serious and firm: "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will do my best and live up to Your Majesty's trust."
Emperor Jing leaned in and pushed the man to the ground: "Hey! Talking nonsense again? Then I'll have to punish you..."
"..."
Two hours later.
The two snuggled together.
Emperor Jing looked at her, his heart filled with satisfaction.
Zhao Jihua is truly the best woman in the world, a confidante and helper who walks hand in hand with her to govern the world together.
In this palace filled with intrigue and strife, their love will become each other's strongest support, helping them through every spring, summer, autumn, and winter to come.
Zhao Jihua suddenly thought of something.
"Ah! Your Majesty..." Seeing that the other party was about to kiss her again, she quickly changed her words, "Ah Jing, is there a court audience ceremony today?"
"It's alright, we don't need to go. Ah Hua, you worked hard last night, let me hold you and let you sleep a little longer."
As a result, I fell asleep again while I was sleeping.
On the second day of their marriage, the couple spent the entire day in bed.
On the third day of their marriage, Zhao Jihua sat up and shook Nangong Jing awake. The other man stretched out his strong arms and pushed her down. "Is your husband not strong enough? Ah Hua, are you still not satisfied?"
Zhao Jihua's face flushed red.
"Dream on! Don't get the wrong idea! Get up now!" They're about to start work!
Emperor Jing: As expected, he's the ultimate working man!
Oxen and horses! Real oxen and horses!
We still have to attend court!
He's newly married!
But since the Spring Festival holiday runs from New Year's Eve to the Lantern Festival, the two of them are preparing for their wedding and coronation during this time.
There's so much to do!
He got out of bed reluctantly.
"Jihua, come with me to court today." Emperor Jing's voice was deep, yet it echoed in the empty palace.
Zhao Jihua was slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure and respectfully cupped her hands, saying, "Your Majesty, I obey your command."
Emperor Jing held her hand and said affectionately, "You are not my subject, you are my wife."
The two walked side by side toward the court, their footsteps echoing in the silent corridor, each step seemingly treading on the strings of history, playing an extraordinary melody.
In the imperial court, civil and military officials were already lined up and waiting. When they saw Zhao Jihua beside Emperor Jing, they were all surprised and whispered among themselves.
Originally, due to the change of emperor and the wedding of the new emperor, they were forced to work overtime during the holiday, and everyone had some complaints about Emperor Jing.
Emperor Jing took Zhao Jihua's hand and strode up the steps, where they sat together on the dragon throne.
This action was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples everywhere.
"Your Majesty, this is absolutely unacceptable!" The first to step forward was Lu Hetang of the Imperial Academy. Though over sixty years old with white hair, his voice remained loud and clear.
"The dragon throne is the emperor's seat; how can it be allowed to be touched by others? Although Zhao is the empress, she cannot break the ancestral rules!"
Immediately, the officials echoed each other, with cries of "The ancestral rules cannot be abolished!" and "Your Majesty, please rescind your decree!" rising and falling.
Emperor Jing's face darkened, his gaze sharp as lightning swept over the crowd, and he said coldly, "I owe everything I have today to the Empress. Therefore, I am determined to govern the country together with the Empress. No further words are needed."
At this moment, Wu Hong, the Minister of Personnel, stepped forward. He was usually known for his composure and prudence, but now his face was full of anxiety.
"Your Majesty, the matter of jointly governing the world is of utmost importance. Since the founding of our dynasty, there has never been such an precedent. Although Lady Zhao is the Empress, there has never been such a precedent in history. If she were to suddenly sit on the dragon throne with Your Majesty and jointly govern the world, it would be difficult to win the support of the people and would also cause the people to question Your Majesty's decision."
Emperor Jing sneered: "A precedent? I am the Son of Heaven, and I will set such a precedent now! What I value is her talent and strategy. Over the years, Ji Hua's reputation as a talented woman has spread far and wide, and her contributions to the court a few days ago were also considerable. You only see that she is a woman, but do you not see the contributions she has made to the court? If you were given what she has done, could you do it better than her?"
"This……"
What a joke! If they were doing a good job, they would have been promoted long ago.
Seeing this group of good-for-nothings who were fed with the blood and flesh of the people, yet few were willing to help when the people were truly in trouble, Emperor Jing was furious:
"Why are you all silent? Who among you is willing to empty your own treasury to save a state of refugees? Who has the courage to help them restore order and recuperate in a short time? Who can risk their life to enter the southern border? Who is willing to step into the fray to protect the court when the Third Prince rebels?"