Chapter 167 Mixed Feelings
Chapter 167 Mixed Feelings
More than a month has passed since Qiu Ziyue finished treating her injuries.
Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan have been discussing for the past few days their plan to return to Li Keyong's camp to fight against Zhu Wen together.
However, in recent days, Qiu Ziyue has been experiencing waves of nausea and vomiting, a discomfort that has caused her some concern.
One morning, Qiu Ziyue had just gotten out of bed when she couldn't help but vomit violently again.
She leaned on the table, her face pale, and a sense of unease crept into her heart.
Qi Yuxuan asked with concern, "Wife, are you alright?"
Qiu Ziyue shook her head and said weakly:
"I don't know what's wrong with me, but I've been feeling nauseous and dizzy lately."
Qi Yuxuan frowned and quickly helped her sit down.
"I'll go find Changming and see, he'll definitely have a solution."
Qi Yuxuan hurriedly found Lu Yuanchangming and explained Qiu Ziyue's situation to him.
Lu Yuanchangming followed Qi Yuxuan to Qiu Ziyue's room, carefully inquired about her symptoms, and examined her pulse.
A moment later, Lu Yuanchangming smiled slightly, turned to Qi Yuxuan, and said softly:
"Congratulations, this is a sign of pregnancy."
Qi Yuxuan was stunned for a moment, then became so excited that he could hardly speak.
"Really? We're having a baby?"
Lu Yuanchangming nodded.
"That's right, Twilight Sparkle is pregnant. That's probably why she's been feeling unwell lately."
Qiu Ziyue also heard Lu Yuanchangming's words, and a hint of surprise and emotion flashed in her eyes.
"Really? We're having a baby..."
Qi Yuxuan held Qiu Ziyue's hand tightly, his eyes filled with tears of happiness.
"That's wonderful, my wife, this is the most beautiful gift we could ever receive!"
Qi Yuxuan turned to Lu Yuanchangming and said gratefully:
"Thank you, Changming. We will definitely take good care of Ziyue and the baby."
Lu Yuanchangming smiled.
"You're welcome, it's what I should do. In the days to come, Ziyue needs more rest and nutrition. I will prepare some medicine to help her recover and ensure that she and the baby are safe and healthy."
Qi Yuxuan nodded in agreement, then gently said to Qiu Ziyue:
"My wife, from now on you need to rest more and not overwork yourself. I will always be by your side to protect you and the child."
Qiu Ziyue smiled and nodded, her heart filled with warmth and happiness.
The news quickly spread throughout the entire Demon Spring Palace, and everyone was happy for Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan.
Leng Feng, Arutai, and others came to offer their congratulations and wish the couple a happy new life.
Leng Feng patted Qi Yuxuan on the shoulder and said with a smile:
"Yuxuan, you're going to be a father soon, so you have to take good care of them, mother and child."
Arughtai also gave a thumbs up:
"Miss Qiu, you are truly blessed. May the baby grow up healthy and bring more joy to the Demon Spring Palace."
As they were talking, Leng Feng suddenly blinked and asked mysteriously:
"Yu Xuan, Zi Yue, if the child is born, can you recognize us as his/her godfathers?"
Lu Yuanchangming nodded in agreement and added:
"That's right, we all like you very much and are looking forward to the arrival of this little life. We hope to become the child's godfather and accompany the child as he grows up."
Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan exchanged a smile, their hearts filled with emotion.
They knew that Leng Feng and Lu Yuanchangming were not only comrades-in-arms, but also trustworthy friends.
Having such a person as a godfather is a blessing for a child.
Qiu Ziyue smiled and said:
“Brother Leng, Changming, we are very grateful for your kindness. Of course, we would be happy to have you as the child’s godfathers.”
Qi Yuxuan nodded in agreement:
"Yes, it's an honor for our children to have godfathers like you. We gladly accept!"
Leng Feng and Lu Yuanchangming exchanged a glance, and a relieved smile appeared on their faces.
"That's wonderful, thank you for your trust. We will do our best to take good care of the child and give him the best love and support."
Night fell, and moonlight shone on the Demon Spring Palace.
Qiu Ziyue nestled her head against Qi Yuxuan's chest as they gazed at the moon, filled with anticipation for the future.
“My wife, now that you are pregnant, let’s talk about joining the army later. Right now, the most important thing is to take care of the baby.”
"Okay," Qiu Ziyue replied.
The tranquility of the Demon Spring Palace was broken by a series of hurried footsteps the next morning.
Lu Yuanchangming arrived at Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan's residence with a solemn expression, his face full of anxiety.
"Yu Xuan, Zi Yue, something terrible has happened!"
As soon as Lu Yuanchangming entered the door, he said anxiously:
"I just received a report from a spy that my father intends to tear General Li Cunxiao apart with five horses!"
Upon hearing this, Qiu Ziyue's face turned deathly pale.
"What? How is this possible!"
Qi Yuxuan also frowned, his heart filled with anger and worry.
"We cannot sit idly by; we must act immediately."
Time was of the essence, and the three of them did not hesitate at all.
Qiu Ziyue quickly packed her belongings, while Qi Yuxuan prepared the horses.
While arranging for manpower to prepare, Lu Yuanchangming gave a few brief instructions:
"We need to get back to the barracks as soon as possible; perhaps we can still prevent this tragedy."
Qiu Ziyue gritted her teeth and said firmly:
"No matter what, we must save Li Cunxiao. He is not only my sworn brother, but also a loyal and righteous hero."
Qi Yuxuan nodded and patted the saddle.
"Let's go, the brothers are waiting for us."
The three mounted their fast horses and galloped towards the military camp at breakneck speed.
Throughout the journey, Qiu Ziyue prayed that they would arrive in time.
Qi Yuxuan gripped the reins tightly, his gaze resolute, and galloped forward relentlessly.
Lu Yuanchangming rode alongside him, pondering a solution.
“We must find a suitable way to save Li Cunxiao from death without making Li Keyong feel that we are openly defying his authority.”
After many days of travel and exhaustion, the three finally arrived at the military camp as dawn broke.
At this time, a number of soldiers had gathered in the military camp, and the atmosphere was tense and oppressive.
Qiu Ziyue spotted Li Cunxiao in the center of the execution ground—he had been brutally torn apart by five horses, his body scattered in all directions.
Qiu Ziyue felt as if her heart was being torn apart, and tears welled up in her eyes.
"No...how could this be..."
Her voice trembled as she asked, "Prince Jin, why? Why are you treating him like this?"
Qi Yuxuan and Lu Yuanchangming were also filled with grief and indignation, and they questioned Li Keyong one after another.
Li Keyong looked at them coldly, his tone leaving no room for argument:
“Li Cunxiao betrayed me and the army. Such a traitor must be severely punished as a warning to others.”
Qiu Ziyue's voice was choked with sobs:
"Whether my sworn brother has betrayed us has not yet been clearly verified. We cannot just believe one side of the story. Why treat him so cruelly?"
Qi Yuxuan also said excitedly, "Prince Jin, your actions may undermine the morale of the army."
Lu Yuanchangming said in a deep voice, "Father, my sworn brother's loyalty is beyond question. There must be some misunderstanding."
Li Keyong remained silent for a moment, then finally nodded.
“I understand how you feel. Cunxiao has indeed made contributions, but I cannot tolerate betrayal. This matter has deeply saddened me, and I will reflect on my decision.”
Qiu Ziyue wiped away her tears and, forcing back her grief, said:
"My sworn brother and I had agreed that after we recovered from our injuries, we would have a competition to see who was stronger, but now that opportunity will never come."
The group sadly took care of Li Cunxiao's funeral arrangements.
To be continued in the next chapter.
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