In Another World, Everyone Want to Kill Me!-Chapter 219: After the Audience

Yue Mingxuan’s words caused everyone in the Imperial Study to gape in shock.

They had seen people trying every possible way to survive, but this was the first time they had ever seen someone asking to die of his own accord.

The Emperor was also intrigued by Yue Mingxuan’s behavior and said, "Hmm, if you are truly determined to seek death, it’s not that I cannot grant it. However, I am rather curious, how do you wish to die?"

Yue Mingxuan lowered his head and replied with a hint of cunning, "Of old age."

He wasn’t lying, dying of old age was still dying, after all.

Hearing Yue Mingxuan say this, the Emperor was stunned for a moment before bursting into hearty laughter.

"Old age, old age... Yue Mingxuan, how is it that your head is filled with so many strange and peculiar ideas?"

His words and actions were nothing like those of a prince born into nobility; instead, he seemed more like a small commoner who are raised among the streets.

Seeing the Emperor laugh, Yue Mingxuan knew that he had narrowly escaped disaster today and only then did he finally let out a breath of relief.

"Your Majesty has personally made a promise just now. I trust Your Majesty will not go back on your word."

If the Emperor were to regret it, then even with ten heads, it still wouldn’t be enough to lose.

The Emperor glanced at Yue Mingxuan and said, "I am the Son of Heaven. Naturally, my words carry absolute weight."

He paused for a moment, then looked at Yue Mingxuan again. "However, when it comes to certain dishonest people, there is no need for me to always keep my word."

Wasn’t that the same as saying nothing at all?

Yue Mingxuan secretly complained in his heart, but he didn’t dare let it show.

He had finally avoided the punishment of copying books, if he misspoke now and incurred additional punishment, he wouldn’t even have a place to cry.

Thinking of this, he spoke cautiously, "Your Majesty is the Son of Heaven. Every word and action you take represents all of Beirong. Surely Your Majesty would not disregard Beirong’s dignity."

After all, people needed their face just as trees needed their bark, let alone an emperor who is seated high above all others.

Please, just raise your hand and let him off.

The Emperor glanced at Yue Mingxuan and said in a firm tone, "Yue Mingxuan, you’re using words to pressure me. Do you really think a few empty titles and reputations can sway my decisions?"

Seeing that his little scheme had been exposed, Yue Mingxuan could only admit it obediently. "Your Majesty, you may beat me or scold me if you wish, just don’t make me copy books. Anything is fine as long as it’s not copying books."

Hearing him say this, the Emperor immediately felt that he had found a brand new way to vent his anger. He said to Yue Mingxuan, "I won’t make you do anything else. I’ll have you copy books."

If he didn’t keep this troublemaker properly confined within the palace, who knew what kind of chaos he might stir up next.

Seeing that the outcome was already decided, Yue Mingxuan accepted it helplessly.

Copying books it was, then.

At least copying books was better than being fined silver.

Carrying a thick stack of books back to his courtyard, Yue Mingxuan’s face was as gloomy as an overcast sky.

Sui He had already heard the news that her prince had once again returned safely and she hurried out to greet him.

Taking the books from his hands, she said, "Your Highness, why have you suddenly changed your nature and started reading these kinds of books? Didn’t you tell me before that these books were old fashioned thinking, patriarchal, poisonous things that harm women, or something like that..."

She couldn’t quite remember the rest of the phrase.

Yue Mingxuan was amused by Sui He and let out a small laugh. "Old fashioned thinking, patriarchal, poisonous weeds that harm women... Sui He, how is it that you forget everything else, yet remember these things so clearly?"

Sui He nodded repeatedly. "Ah, yes, yes, that’s it... But now Your Highness is carrying back so many books..."

Could it be that her master was planning to change his ways and prepare to marry?

Just from Sui He’s look, Yue Mingxuan knew she had gone off in the wrong direction.

He knocked lightly on her head and said, "What nonsense are you thinking now? I’m just copying the books because the Emperor order."

Copying books by the Emperor order?

Sui He froze for a moment before finally understanding what her prince meant. "Your Highness, you were punished by His Majesty and ordered to copy books?"

Seeing how quick her reaction was, Yue Mingxuan replied irritably, "Yes, yes, but you’ll be copying along with me too."

If he had to copy, then everyone would copy together. Who told her to laugh at him just now?

"Huh?" Sui He’s face instantly twisted into a look of misery. "Your Highness, this servant knows her mistake. Do I really have to copy? Can’t I not do it?"

Yue Mingxuan shook his head firmly. "No."

He had finally found a strong helper, how could he possibly let her off so easily? 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

With a few more people sharing the burden, copying books would become a much simpler task.

Thinking this, he tossed the books in his hands to Sui He. "You put these away first. I’ll be back shortly."

"Your High..." Sui He had just opened her mouth to speak when Yue Mingxuan had already run far off.

She could only shake her head helplessly, hug the books to her chest, and go put them away herself.

When Rong Qinglei heard the news that Yue Mingxuan had returned safely, the tension that had gripped his heart finally eased.

However, upon learning that Green Willow Manor had been burned down to bare ground, a fresh wave of worry rose within him.

He had no idea whom Mingxuan had provoked to be pursued so relentlessly.

He could only hate his own lack of ability, if only he were stronger, he could protect him properly.