Chapter 15 — The Lady Refuses to Kiss a Disabled Man, I Choose Him as My Husband

They are not like a reward, but more like a sophisticated cage, displaying the ultimate authority of the royal family. On Phuc Ba and Luu Judge's faces, the previous joy was no longer visible. They carefully packed these things, as if each item carried a burning heat. The entire general's palace was enveloped in an atmosphere of oppression and tension. Quiet late at night. I changed medicine for Tieu Bac Da, the wound on his leg is healing at an extremely fast speed. Just tonight, he was always quiet. Under the candlelight, his profile was clear, his eyes were as deep as a cold lake. I grabbed his hand, his palm was cold as ice.

“Still thinking about what Cong Ly said?” I asked softly.

He nodded, not looking at me, his eyes falling on the dark night outside the window.

“The phoenix flies above the nine heavens. If it weren't for the sycamore tree, it wouldn't stop.”

He repeated that sentence softly, his voice carrying a hint of self-deprecation.

“But in this world, there is only one tree that can let a phoenix land on it.”

This sycamore tree naturally refers to the person sitting on the long chair. The Emperor is warning us. He can give you ultimate glory, let you become a phoenix flying above the nine heavens. But he can also break your wings at any time, causing you to fall to the dust. Because this sky, this sycamore tree, all belong to him alone.

“He's scared.” I say it word by word.

Tieu Bac Da turned his head to look at me, a ripple appeared in his eyes.

“He is afraid of you.”

I continue talking.

“He is afraid that Tieu Bac Da can rise from the situation of death and defeat.”

"What's even more scary is that Tieu Bac Da not only can stand up, but also has a secret mind and tricks like lightning."

"Tonight, you overthrew Vuong Kinh Duc and forced the Third Prince to cut off his tail to save his life. This plan made the Emperor feel threatened."

“A god of war is not scary, what is scary is a god of war who understands the tactics of power.”

My words made the cold lake in his eyes gradually thaw. He turned around and grabbed my hand, pulling me into his arms.

“Nguyet Kien, I have implicated you.”

“If it weren't for me, she could have lived a peaceful life.”

I shook my head, burying my face in his chest.

“Have you forgotten, it was my choice.”

“From the moment at the royal banquet, I walked towards you, I knew this road would not be smooth.”

“I'm not afraid.”

He hugged me tightly, his strength was so great that he almost wanted to crush me to the bone. After a long time, he let me go, the confusion and oppression in his eyes completely disappeared. Instead, it was sharp and determined like a wolf.

“The Emperor is right.”

The corner of Tieu Bac Da's lips curled up into a cold curve.

“In this world, there is only one tree that can let a phoenix land on it.”

“But if this sycamore tree is rotten and about to fall.”

“Then why can't the phoenix replant a new tree on its own?”

What he said made my heart tremble violently. I know, from this moment, a certain chain in his heart was completely broken. The days of lying in bed, trying to hide your talents and waiting for the right time, officially begin from today. From the next day, the general's palace was closed and refused to receive visitors. Tieu Bac Da's foreign affairs declared that old wounds had recurred and needed rest. I also live deep in the palace, rarely go out, every day I only stay in the palace to take care of flowers and plants, or read a few medical books. We didn't touch a single set of the emperor's rewards, they were all sealed in the warehouse. The palace, once bustling with guests, once again became deserted. The officials who came to the door to congratulate him two days ago now all avoided the general's palace as if avoiding evil. It's like we're a contagious pest. The direction in the capital changes very quickly. Everyone said that although General Tran Bac had restored his position, he had completely lost his sacred heart. In this life, I'm afraid I can only be a famous general. The third prince was detained, and the king was banished from the entire clan. The court looked peaceful on the outside, but in reality, underground waves were rolling. The Great Prince's faction became the biggest winner. But the Su family, thanks to me being the first-class concubine, they were able to temporarily save face. But I know, my father and sister, these days are not easy either. Let's take advantage of this quiet time to do something very important. I completely control Bach Thao Duong. I let my brother Bach Kinh Hien take advantage of Bach Thao Duong's medicinal drug trade routes across the world to build a huge intelligence network. From the military movements in Northern Cuong, to the secret interactions of officials in the capital. Countless information constantly converges into my hands. I am no longer just a woman who knows medical skills. I began to learn how to make Tieu Bac Da's sharpest sword and his strongest shield. That afternoon, I was processing the news sent in from everywhere. A secret message from Bac Cuong made my face change in an instant.