Peasant Woman's Decreed Life as a Wife

Chapter 1963: Chapter 1960: Consent

Beside her, Deng Jieyu shivered in fear.

It was because she knew in her heart the posture King of Huainan took in his coup, if he truly advanced, Emperor Xuanming might not prevail, after all, she was well aware that the palace’s secret paths had also been disclosed to King of Huainan and his men.

She just did not expect that the opposite side was not helping her in forcing the Emperor, but was actually seeking revenge.

And moreover, she was their target for vengeance!

How could Deng Jieyu accept this!

She immediately kowtowed: “Emperor, King of Huainan is reckless and lawless, disregarding holy grace, he ought to be beheaded!”

“This concubine is innocent, I am willing to cooperate with the Emperor’s investigation.”

“My heart toward the Emperor can be witnessed by the sun and moon.”

There wasn’t a hint of a smile on Emperor Xuanming’s face, and he didn’t even grant Deng Jieyu a glance, entirely different from the way he used to pamper her.

“Emperor!” Deng Jieyu was a bit panicked, she finally realized something was wrong.

Why was the Emperor no longer deeply attached to her, and how had King of Huainan, too, betrayed her!

Deng Jieyu ground her teeth in hatred, feeling a bit uneasy at the same time.

Emperor Xuanming suddenly chuckled.

King of Huainan also tensed up.

Not only that, Deng Jieyu began to panic even more.

“Each of you is trying to force me, do you truly believe I cannot bring myself to execute you?” The words, devoid of emotion, sounded like a sword hanging overhead, pending final judgment.

“Emperor, this concubine is innocent, I truly have not betrayed you, nor dare to coerce you.”

“Emperor, I… willingly face death.” King of Huainan appeared humble, then kowtowed: “I alone will bear this burden now, hoping the Emperor can spare my family.”

“Hah.” Emperor Xuanming sneered, “The crime of treason is warranting the execution of the entire clan.”

Emperor Xuanming’s voice, neither loud nor soft, coupled with the smile on his face, inexplicably created a sense of dread, especially since he had never been a benevolent and merciful ruler.

Deng Jieyu received no response, fell to the ground in vain, not daring to speak, her head slightly lowered, concealing the complex emotions in her eyes.

Suddenly, King of Huainan drew a sword.

The sharp sound made Deng Jieyu’s scalp tingle, but she also realized this was a good opportunity and quickly reached out to shield Emperor Xuanming, stating: “Emperor, be careful!”

King of Huainan bore no expression, simply quietly observing Emperor Xuanming.

“I apologize to the Emperor.”

Emperor Xuanming narrowed his eyes, somewhat displeased: “My beloved minister, do you truly intend to defy my command and commit this act today? I will never forgive you.”

“Is this your choice?”

“I have made up my mind.” King of Huainan stubbornly kowtowed.

By now, several Imperial Guards had already filled the Imperial Study, surrounding King of Huainan, wary of any sudden outburst.

Deng Jieyu felt a little uneasy, especially as she saw, after the confrontation, that with a single command from King of Huainan, the palace doors opened, revealing a group of his followers outside.

In comparison, the number of Imperial Guards seemed insufficient.

Deng Jieyu’s thoughts churned, continuously contemplating a strategy, whether to sit and wait for death, or to seize this chance to completely overthrow Emperor Xuanming, placing her son on the throne.

In her slightly lowered eyes, the fire of ambition began to blaze.

Suddenly, Emperor Xuanming’s voice rang out, cold and angry: “Since my beloved minister insists on joining the rebels, then I naturally will grant your wish!”

“Someone, bring in those involved.”

“Thank you, Emperor.” King of Huainan stood up, yet still remained respectful toward Emperor Xuanming.