Chapter 12 — In my previous life, I took the name for him, in this life I just stand and watch

He interrupted me.

"She is no longer the Regent and is no longer dependent on anyone."

"She is Princess An Lac, the only princess of our Dai Chu, awarded by her own merits as a woman."

"This world, wherever you want to go, go there."

"If anyone dares to stop you, just tell me, behind you is me, the Tinh Vuong Palace, and the entire royal family of Dai Chu."

His words resonated like a bell. Like a beam of light, illuminating all the confusion and insecurity in our hearts. I looked at him, saw the sincerity and encouragement in his eyes. Suddenly, burst into laughter. A real smile comes from within, relieved and serene. I nodded.

“Then I will go to Jiangnan and take a trip.”

Finally, we still set out to the South. Even though my father couldn't bear it, he supported my decision more than anyone. He said, I have suffered too much, it is time to live for myself for once. Before leaving, he only said one sentence to me.

"If you're tired, you can come back at any time. Dinh An Marquis Palace will forever be your home."

I brought Thanh Nhi, along with a team of guards sent by Tieu Triet, on a boat to the South. Watching the silhouette of the capital gradually disappear from sight, until it completely disappeared. I don't turn back. In my heart, there is no longer any nostalgia. Giang Nam, even more beautiful than we thought. The bridge is small, the water is flowing, the smoke is raining on the human world. Jiangnan dialect is soft, each sentence and each word carries a constant gentleness, like water flowing into people's hearts. Here, I visited many famous doctors and learned a lot of knowledge that was not recorded in ancient books. I used what I learned to open a small medical shop in Kim Lang citadel. The name is An Lac Duong. Not to make money, just to do good deeds and accumulate virtue, also to gain some peace of mind. I am no longer a noble and noble princess. I'm just an ordinary doctor, treating diseases and saving people. Every day, looking at the patients I have cured, they smile gratefully at me. Only then can we truly understand the meaning of living. Not because of revenge, not because of love or hatred. It's because I can use my own hands to bring a little goodness to this world. I used to think that I would live in Giang Nam for the rest of my life. Until one spring two years later. My An Lac Duong, a special "patient" appeared. He was dressed in a faded shirt, with a tall, long body and a smiling face. It's Tieu Triet. He became a little thinner and a little darker, but his outstanding temperament did not decrease at all.

“Mr. Wen.”

He stood before me, clasping his hands in ceremony.

"I passed by this place. I heard that there is a goddess doctor here, so I came specifically to ask for a diagnosis."

I looked at him and couldn't help but laugh.

"The royal family has such a noble status, why do you pretend to be a wanderer?"

“How did you recognize me?”

He was a bit surprised.

"In this world, the wanderer has the same demeanor as a king. I'm afraid I won't be able to find a second person."

I invited him to sit down and poured him a cup of tea.

"Why are you here? Are the affairs of the court already settled?"

“No matter how busy you are, you have to give yourself a little rest.”

He took a sip of tea and looked at me, his eyes becoming serious.

“The Emperor has grown up and is capable of taking charge on his own.”

“Her father and A few great ministers are enough to support him."

"This country no longer needs me to guard every moment."

“So, I came to find her.”

His words were simple and direct. But it makes my heart skip a beat.

“What are you looking for me for?” I know clearly but still trying to ask.

He took out a drawing scroll from his chest. This time, there is no longer a map of Jiangnan. It is a map of thousands of miles of mountains and rivers of the entire Dai Zhou, even the area outside the pass. From the East Sea where the sun rises, to the Western Region the golden sand stretches. From the Northern Cuong with immense white snow, to the Southern Cuong the four seasons are like spring. He stood up and walked in front of me. His eyes were gentle, but carried a steadfastness that did not allow refusal.

“Two years ago, I brought her to Jiangnan because I wanted her to escape the chains and regain her freedom.”

"Now I'm looking for you, I want to ask you."

“Are you willing to go with me to every inch of the mountains and rivers on this painting?”

"I don't want to use the title of Tinh Vuong Phi to tie you down."

“I just want, in the name of Tieu Triet, to ask her to accompany me.”

“This world is very wide, walking alone is too lonely.”

“Are you… willing to come with me?”

He looked at me, in his eyes was tension and anticipation that I had never seen before. I looked at him, seeing my own reflection in his eyes. That figure, smiling. Brilliant smile like never before. I used to think that after the betrayal in my previous life, I would never love anyone again in this life. But Tieu Triet, he is different. He understands me, respects me, gives me freedom, gives me respect. What he gave me was not a magnificent lipstick cage. It's a sky where we can fly freely. I slowly reached out my hand. Place it on his hands, his hands holding a map of thousands of miles of mountains and rivers. I hear my voice, clear and steadfast.

“Tieu Triet.”

"The road to life is still long, for the rest of my life, I hope to receive more guidance from you."

That smile, like the warmest sunshine of spring, instantly melts the last layer of ice in our hearts. He grabbed my hand, tightly. Outside the window, the spring wind blew softly. Blow the almond blossoms in front of the medical shop, falling all over the ground. I know that my search for two lifetimes has finally come to an end. True peace is not a title or a mansion. But there is someone who is willing to see the world's scenery with me and walk through a long life with me. Take the mountains and rivers as a bride price and enjoy the world together. That is the best ending we can think of. (END OF FULL TEXT)