Qi Yun actually didn’t want to drive away Long Yue and his wife. Being able to dote on grandchildren, isn’t this life great? But, he can’t, because ever since the day he killed You Su, he also suffered damage himself.

Killing a thousand enemies, losing eight hundred of oneself.

When he exterminated You Su’s soul, a part of his own soul was also annihilated. Therefore, Qi Yun is a bit weakened now.

Xuan Xu, the Silver Armor Guard, has returned from the Southern Territory. He kneels before Qi Yun, exclaiming in shock, "Master, your body..."

Qi Yun waved his hand, "I’m fine, just damaged a part of my soul power, feeling a bit weak, and my lifespan has suddenly shortened. But... living another ten to twenty years is still no problem."

"Master!"

Xuan Xu gasped in disbelief.

Qi Yun smiled faintly, "Why, didn’t I tell you all to assist Mu’er? From now on, he is your master, understand?

Don’t be so willful, people experience birth, aging, sickness, and death. That You Su was intent on using living sacrifices to extend his lifespan. Regardless of whether it works, even if it did work, it is against natural harmony and destined not to last. I actually think I’m quite fine like this."

Xuan Xu remained silent, his expression somewhat pained.

"There is no feast that doesn’t eventually end. I feel that being able to spend the rest of my life with my loved ones is the best. You, go down!"

Xuan Xu choked up, unsure of what to say. In the end, all his thoughts translated into three loud kowtows.

All around was silence, Qi Yun lay quietly on the couch like this, a gentle breeze beside him, causing a very comfortable sensation.

"You big bear, why are you lying down again?"

Rong Si appeared, leaning over to look at him, her large eyes twinkling, full of spirit and cuteness.

Qi Yun said, "Tired, feeling... so tired, let me rest."

"You big bear, don’t scare me, fine, rest, let’s rest! I’ll accompany you to rest!"

Rong Si stepped forward, hugging him, and lay down together.

Qi Yun’s furrowed brow gradually relaxed, a softness beside him; this feeling is truly wonderful!

...

Li Qingmu and Long Yue returned to the Prince Mansion.

Having traveled non-stop for so long, they were exhausted too. The servants in the mansion had long been informed of their return, and had already prepared meals and hot water. The couple washed up thoroughly and then had their meal.

Satisfied and clean, they went to rest.

Previous days were about traveling tirelessly, now, upon relaxing, it felt like their entire beings were falling apart. Long Yue lazily leaned on Li Qingmu’s shoulder, her small hand tightly embracing the man beside her.

"A Mu, we shouldn’t need to travel here and there anymore, right?"

Li Qingmu was momentarily stunned, then laughed, "Mm, no need, more traveling would wear a person out!"

Compared to scrambling about, people prefer leisure. Li Qingmu counted from when he left Qingshui Village, merely seven or eight years, yet he experienced so much, he couldn’t help but sigh in his heart.

In this world, there probably aren’t many with his rich life experiences, right?

Especially the times he’s been assassinated...

But now, he’s not afraid of being hunted because no one can kill him!

So, it’s time to slow down and enjoy life thoroughly.

The days ahead, Li Qingmu and Long Yue lived quite well.

No one came to disturb the peaceful life of their family of four.

Empress Dowager Li withdrew from the court, no longer meddling with court affairs. That Grand Empress Dowager Xue, who initially intended to create waves, saw the unfavorable circumstances and dared not act rashly either.

These women in the Imperial Palace all became obedient.

Li Qingmu, respected as the Regent King, held power in his hands but didn’t often manage state affairs. One reason being it might disrupt the harmony between them brothers, and another, it would inevitably cause some outsiders to have unnecessary thoughts.

He rarely attended court sessions, only going every few days, and only getting involved when there’s a major issue, offering assistance in making decisions, which made Qi Junlian very grateful.

Of course, Li Qingmu doesn’t manage state affairs, but as Regent King, no one dares to underestimate him.

Because he controls the Yulong Pavilion and that incredibly mysterious Silver Armored Soldiers.

Before you know it, these peaceful days have passed for two years.

"Creaking, creaking——"

A luxurious carriage, resplendent in gold and inlaid with precious jewels, moved gracefully forward.

At the top of the curtain in the middle of the carriage front hangs a purple jade pendant with a delicate "Mu" written on it.

As the carriage traveled, pedestrians on both sides would retreat respectfully, their expressions less fearful and more respectful.

Especially some ladies, whose eyes held an additional tint of discreet color when looking at the carriage.

Because sitting in this carriage is none other than the Regent King of the Dazhou Empire!

He is the youngest Regent King in the history of Dazhou, and also the most respected Regent King.

In these two years, many policies beneficial to the citizens were initiated by him, and last year when Da Rong crossed the border for arson and pillaging, he was the one who led men to handle it.

He rarely manages state affairs, but every intervention of his is destined to shock the entire court three times!

"Sitting in it is the Regent King? Oh, I heard he’s an extremely handsome man!"

"Tsk tsk, you shameless little hussy, what’s that talk? The Regent King is devoted to the Princess Consort, you better not entertain such thoughts, or else, you might need to learn how to write ’death’!"

"Hey, you black widow, I just praised the Prince a bit and you’re jumping with anger? What’s this talk for, don’t you think I know this myself? Watch me beat you to death!"

"Oh dear, you dare lay hands on me? I’ll strangle you!"

Immediately, two young married women began tussling with each other, all over that hastily passing luxurious carriage.

"Father, Mother, I don’t want to go to school..."

Inside the carriage were naturally Long Yue and Li Qingmu.

Today they were going to take Rui’er to Shangxue Hall.

This boy is too much to handle at home, causing trouble every three days, endangering the house’s roof, so the couple decided to send him to school for proper teaching by the teacher!

Rui’er, as the princely heir to the Regent King, naturally attends the Imperial school, but judging by his appearance, he seems very unhappy, struggling all the way and kept saying to Long Yue he would be smothered or stifled.

In short, three sentences do not leave "death".

This made Long Yue both angry and distressed. How can this troublesome child curse himself like this?

"No more talking, going to school is a must, you’re not that young anymore, it’s time to learn something."

This eldest son did not come easily and having previously neglected him for more than two years, Long Yue and Li Qingmu felt guilty, treating Rui’er especially well.

The result was pampering, causing this boy to become more and more unruly.

Not wanting the child to go astray, the couple gritted their teeth and sent him here.

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Alright, alright, the recent major storyline is finished, now we’re entering daily minor plotlines. But rest assured, it will still be very exciting, okay? Hope you all support it a lot, mwah~ Goodnight, little cuties~