HCB Chapter 134 My Daughter...
Chapter 134 My Daughter...
"But...whose doll are you?"
Pei Chuan's lips curled up slightly, revealing a half-smile, and his deep, pool-like eyes showed a hint of doubt.
At this moment, he was like a curious child, extremely curious about the identity of the person in front of him.
Just then, Pei Yunjing was about to answer his father's question when a series of unusually heavy footsteps suddenly came from outside the hall.
Each step seemed to tread on people's hearts, instantly making the atmosphere in the entire hall heavy.
Immediately afterwards, a deep and resonant voice rang out, as loud as a bell, deafeningly loud.
"my daughter……"
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw a person slowly walking into the main hall.
The visitor was none other than Pei Nanxing.
He strode in with steady steps. His movements were powerful and commanding, exuding an aura of authority that commanded respect without anger.
When he walked to the center of the hall, everyone present was drawn to him.
At this moment, Pei Nanxing had clearly dressed up carefully, and had specially changed into a brand new black robe.
The robe was of fine quality, embroidered with exquisite patterns, and shimmered with a mysterious light in the sunlight.
His long, jet-black hair was tied up high with a black jade hairband.
His handsome features were further accentuated by his striking eyebrows, bright eyes, high nose bridge, and thin lips. He appeared both dignified and imposing, exuding a unique and extraordinary aura.
Pei Nanxing walked straight up to Niannian, and without saying a word, he reached out and pulled her into his arms.
Then, he turned his head, raised an eyebrow at Pei Chuan, a slightly mocking smile on his face, and said loudly:
"Greetings, Your Majesty! This is my daughter."
Upon hearing this, Pei Chuan was slightly taken aback, staring intently at Pei Nanxing, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
After a moment, he came to his senses and asked, full of doubt, "How come I've never heard anyone mention that you, Nanxing, have such a grown daughter...?"
Pei Chuan carefully examined Niannian and found that Niannian's eyebrows did indeed resemble Pei Nanxing's. Her clear eyes and straight nose seemed to be a miniature version of Pei Nanxing's features.
Moreover, there was another familiar feeling about Nian Nian's appearance, as if she were someone else...
Fu Mingyue...
Could it be that Fu Mingyue gave birth to the child and abandoned it to Pei Nanxing?
Countless thoughts flashed through Pei Chuan's mind as his gaze moved back and forth between Pei Nanxing and Nian Nian, trying to find the answer on their faces.
Then, he turned to Pei Yunjing, his tone tinged with reproach: "Yunjing, how could you bring Niannian to court? You've broken the rules! Don't you know that women are not allowed to attend court meetings?"
As he spoke, Pei Chuan's gaze fell on Pei Nanxing.
As soon as he finished speaking, the ministers began to discuss among themselves. Could it be that the sixth prince, who had just become the Prince of Anguo, was about to be punished again?
The ministers looked at each other, some with worry, others with confusion.
Upon hearing this, Pei Yunjing immediately knelt down and respectfully replied:
"Father, please calm down. Nian Nian is young and ignorant. Besides, today's court assembly is special. She just wanted to see the solemnity of the court assembly and had no other intentions."
Your son acknowledges his guilt and is willing to bear all the consequences.
Pei Nanxing pulled Pei Yunjing up with a firm and powerful movement, looking directly at Pei Chuan without fear:
“Brother, please don’t be angry. Yun Jing has solved the drought in the Central Plains and quelled the plague in the capital… Are you suggesting that you punish him for such a trivial matter?”
Besides, it was I who entrusted Niannian to his care; will my elder brother also blame me for this?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the hall became even more subtle.
Anyone with a discerning eye could tell that Pei Nanxing was subtly implying that Pei Chuan was narrow-minded;
Pei Yunjing has already shared so many worries and solved so many problems for him, yet he is still being blamed for a small matter. This is obviously unfair.
Pei Chuan's expression changed slightly; he naturally understood the implied meaning in Pei Nanxing's words.
He was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "Nanxing, are you accusing me?"
Pei Nanxing immediately replied, "Your Majesty has misunderstood. How could I dare to do such a thing? It's just that Yun Jing's contributions are remarkable, and Nian Nian is just a child. It was an unintentional act. Why be so harsh on him?"
If this trivial matter were to damage the father-son relationship between my elder brother and Yun Jing, then it would be a great loss.
After saying that, he looked at Pei Chuan provocatively, with an expression that said, "What can you do about it?"
Now that he's back on his own turf, Pei Nanxing isn't one to back down from trouble. If he can't even protect Nian Nian, he'll have no face to see Fu Mingyue again!
Upon seeing this, all the ministers knelt down and said in unison:
"Your Majesty is wise. The Sixth Prince has made outstanding contributions. Miss Niannian is still young. Please forgive her."
Pei Chuan looked at the kneeling officials below, then at Pei Nanxing and Pei Yunjing, and finally sighed, saying:
"Very well, since you've said so, I won't pursue the matter further. But Yun Jing, you must remember the rules of the court and never let such a thing happen again."
Pei Yunjing quickly kowtowed: "Your subject will remember your father's teachings."
Pei Chuan waved his hand, signaling everyone to rise.
The atmosphere in the main hall finally eased, and the court session continued.
Niannian was led away from the main hall by Pei Nanxing, while Pei Yunjing returned to his position to continue his duties at court.
Although the minor incident has subsided for the time being, Pei Chuan still has some questions in his mind.
He watched Pei Nanxing's retreating figure, pondering to himself that there were still many unknown secrets about Niannian's identity and the relationship between Pei Nanxing and Fu Mingyue.
Pei Chuan decided that if necessary, he would personally investigate all of this, because knowing yourself and your enemy is the key to victory in every battle.
Outside the Zichen Palace, sunlight fell like scattered gold dust on the earth, making everything around it shimmer and shine.
However, the bright sunshine did not dispel the gloom in Nian Nian's heart. She lowered her head, her small fingers fidgeting restlessly with each other.
Niannian pursed her lips tightly, buried her head deeply in her chest, and looked extremely aggrieved.
Finally, she mustered her courage and said to Pei Nanxing, who was standing beside her, in a voice trembling with tears:
"Uncle Nanxing, did I...did I do something wrong?"
"Should I have clung to Brother Yun Jing and asked him to bring me in to play?"
As Niannian spoke, she timidly glanced up at Pei Nanxing, then quickly lowered her head, not daring to look him in the eye.
Pei Nanxing felt heartbroken upon seeing this.
He slowly squatted down, reached out and gently stroked Niannian's head, his movements tender and affectionate.
Then, he gently comforted her, "Niannian, be good. Niannian did nothing wrong! Tell Uncle, what did you do just now?"
Upon hearing this, Niannian hesitated for a moment, but finally raised her head.
She answered in a soft, almost mosquito-like voice:
"I... I saw people on TV kowtowing to the emperor and shouting 'Long live the emperor,' so I copied them..."
After speaking, Niannian lowered her head again, seemingly worried that she would be punished for it.
Upon hearing Niannian's words, Pei Nanxing's brows furrowed slightly.