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Chapter 1042: Weakness · Oct 18, 2026

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1001 Chapter 1001: Are They Really My Own Children? 2026-10-18
1002 Chapter 1002: Lantern Festival 2026-10-18
1003 Chapter 1003: Harmony 2026-10-18
1004 Chapter 1004: The Grand Coronation Ceremony 2026-10-18
1005 Chapter 1005: Ceremony Complete (Part 1) 2026-10-18
1006 Chapter 1006: The Ceremony Complete (Part 2) 2026-10-18
1007 Chapter 1007: The Ceremony Completed (Part 3) 2026-10-18
1008 Chapter 1008: Phoenix Crown 2026-10-18
1009 Chapter 1009: Daily Life 2026-10-18
1010 Chapter 1010: Playing Favorites 2026-10-18
1011 Chapter 1011: Empress Dowager Zhen 2026-10-18
1012 Chapter 1012: Just Sit Back and Watch the Show 2026-10-18
1013 Chapter 1013: The Idea 2026-10-18
1014 Chapter 1014: Choosing a Princess Consort for the Sixth Prince 2026-10-18
1015 Chapter 1015: Not My Business, Not My Concern 2026-10-18
1016 Chapter 1016: Swing 2026-10-18
1017 Chapter 1017: Rain in Jiangnan 2026-10-18
1018 Chapter 1018: Probability 2026-10-18
1019 Chapter 1019: Ordinary People 2026-10-18
1020 Chapter 1020: Twists and Turns 2026-10-18
1021 Chapter 1021: Unlucky 2026-10-18
1022 Chapter 1022: Rumors and Gossip 2026-10-18
1023 Chapter 1023: Quarrel 2026-10-18
1024 Chapter 1024: The Frugality Edict 2026-10-18
1025 Chapter 1025: Donation 2026-10-18
1026 Chapter 1026: Thankless Task 2026-10-18
1027 Chapter 1027: Countering Calmly 2026-10-18
1028 Chapter 1028: A Massive Deception (Part 1) 2026-10-18
1029 Chapter 1029: A Grand Scheme (Part 2) 2026-10-18
1030 Chapter 1030: The Grand Deception (Part 3) 2026-10-18
1031 Chapter 1031: Too Late for Regret 2026-10-18
1032 Chapter 1032: Pull Yourself Together 2026-10-18
1033 Chapter 1033: A Display of Power 2026-10-18
1034 Chapter 1034: What Is Love 2026-10-18
1035 Chapter 1035: The Matter of Promotion 2026-10-18
1036 Chapter 1036: A Life of Agony 2026-10-18
1037 Chapter 1037: Revenge 2026-10-18
1038 Chapter 1038: Life After the Festival 2026-10-18
1039 Chapter 1039: Yellow Bean 2026-10-18
1040 Chapter 1040: First Time Leaving the Palace 2026-10-18
1041 Chapter 1041: Throwing a Tantrum? 2026-10-18
1042 Chapter 1042: Weakness 2026-10-18
1043 Chapter 1043: Yellow Bean’s Death 2026-10-18
1044 Chapter 1044: Comforting 2026-10-18
1045 Chapter 1045: The Crimes of Consort Shih Pin 2026-10-18
1046 Chapter 1046: Lady 2026-10-18
1047 Chapter 1047: Raising the Princesses 2026-10-18
1048 Chapter 1048: Harem Arrangements 2026-10-18
1049 Chapter 1049: Will There Be a Selection? 2026-10-18
1050 Chapter 1050: The Selection 2026-10-18

Chapter 1042: Chapter 1042: Weakness

The scene below was indeed much more lively than above.

Wearing plain clothes, the four of them walked amidst the crowd without attracting much attention.

When it comes to traveling incognito, it doesn’t mean the Emperor leaves the palace alone.

There is a substantial number of plainclothes guards from the Imperial Forest Army accompanying on either side, ensuring absolute safety.

Four adults were taking two children.

They strolled casually through the bustling and lively street, their eyes gradually attracted by the myriad new things.

However, having seen the world, they still managed to remain composed.

Xia Chenghui was also fine.

Having lived outside the palace and being a boy, Xia Tingfeng had taken him out before.

Yue Er was different.

The little girl was leaving the palace for the first time and encountering these civilian customs for the first time.

As she looked to the left, the right seemed quite lively too, so she turned her head.

While looking to the right, a cheer erupted from the left.

In Zhao Junyao’s arms, she twisted left and right, not knowing what to do.

Xia Ruqing gently rubbed Yue Er’s head, amusement evident.

”Why do you look like a little rattle drum?”

”Is that little head of yours needed anymore?!”

Yue Er, too anxious to pay her any mind, looked around eagerly.

”Father! Father, I want to be lifted high!”

Xia Ruqing was further amused to laughter.

”Do you think it’s still not high enough?!”

With no choice, Zhao Junyao raised his arms ever so slightly, not daring to lift too high for fear she’d attract too much attention and it wouldn’t be safe.

Yue Er glanced around and still wasn’t satisfied.

”Father, a little higher!”

Xia Ruqing quickly held her.

”No, it can’t be any higher!”

Yue Er pouted her lips, looking rather discontent.

But in the next instant, her gaze was drawn to all kinds of lanterns.

Xia Ruqing and Zhao Junyao, with Yue Er between them, walked in front, while Xia Tingfeng and Ni Manxue fell half a step behind.

Xia Tingfeng couldn’t afford to be distracted, he kept his full attention on everything around the imperial carriage.

To ensure that, if there were danger, he could be the first to rush forward.

Ni Manxue, on the other hand, carried Xia Chenghui in her arms, following behind Xia Tingfeng.

Behind her was a wetnurse nanny.

Yet Ni Manxue was worried something might happen, insistently carrying the child herself—ultimately, such is the heart of parents everywhere!

...

The night market was buzzing.

Passing by the circus, Yue Er decided to sit atop Zhao Junyao’s shoulders, watching eagerly as though wishing she could sprout wings and fly.

Ni Manxue was interested in the lantern riddles.

She correctly guessed several in succession, winning not only a few delicate lanterns but also some pastries as prizes.

Xia Ruqing found little interest in these things.

Sitting by a stall, she ordered several plump, white tangyuan and held the bowl in her hands.

Warming her hands whilst eating was undeniably pleasant.

All of them found joy except Xia Tingfeng.

There he stood, alert behind Zhao Junyao, seemingly forgetting even his own wife and child.

Observing this, Xia Ruqing walked over to accompany Ni Manxue in browsing the lanterns together.

No matter the situation, it’s essential not to make her sister-in-law feel uncomfortable.

Truthfully, Ni Manxue was already clear-minded.

Her husband’s primary duty as Commander by the Emperor’s side naturally is to guard the safety of the Emperor.

She and the child were merely women and children, not conspicuous at all, especially given the multitude of Hidden Guards surely surrounding the Emperor.

Safety was certainly assured; she had nothing to worry about.

Moreover, she herself was born into a military family.

Though not adept with martial techniques, she still had some skills—protecting oneself isn’t too difficult if there were real danger.

Still, she appreciated the Empress’s kind gesture.

As a result, her face blossomed into a deeper smile.

By now, everyone was enjoying themselves and satisfied.

...

When Xia Ruqing and Zhao Junyao took Yue Er back to the palace.

The carriage was loaded with numerous items.

There were foods and drinks, things to use and play with—all sorts of small trinkets not found in the palace.

Yet even so, as they were about to leave, Yue Er was still reluctant.

Squeezing into her father’s arms with a grievance on her face, she asked.

”Can we leave the palace again someday?”

Seeing his daughter like this, Zhao Junyao, soft-hearted, of course, couldn’t refuse; he thought for a moment before agreeing.

”When Yue Er grows a little older, we can.”

Yue Er blinked and asked.

”How much older?”

”Father, Yue Er is almost three years old already, isn’t that old enough?”

Zhao Junyao shook his head.

”Not old enough! You’ll need to be... at least five years old!”

He intended to say ten or eight years old, but upon seeing the tear-filled look in his daughter’s eyes, his heart softened.

Gritting his teeth, he compromised at five years.

Hearing this, Xia Ruqing was shocked.

”Your Majesty... Isn’t that too young? Wouldn’t she be vulnerable outside the palace?”

Zhao Junyao too felt a bit regretful, but once a gentleman gives his word, four horses can’t chase it back.

Having spoken, how could he retract it?

So he nodded.

”Don’t worry, I’ll have the time to take our daughter out myself!”

Hearing this, Xia Ruqing was relieved.

With the Emperor accompanying her, there was nothing to worry about.

However, Zhao Junyao wasn’t entirely at ease.

Although he was an all-powerful ruler, he and Qingqing only had this one daughter. If, heaven forbid...

As he pondered over this, Zhao Junyao suddenly froze:

When had he become so fretful and anxious?

Wasn’t he once fearless and undaunted?

When the nation snatched a few small cities at the border, he resolved to annihilate their entire clan.

The power struggle amidst shifting undercurrents in the court was something he handled with ease.

Yet now...

Embracing his daughter, however, he began to fear.

Indeed, Qingqing’s words were quite true.

When someone nurtures a true love, they gain armor and simultaneously acquire a vulnerability.

He was no longer invincible.

He had a weakness! An utterly fragile one, which, if lost or hurt, would instantly claim his life.

The carriage swayed; Yue Er drifted into sleep.

Zhao Junyao, embracing his sleeping daughter, refused to let go.

Quite envious herself, Xia Ruqing resigned to placing a thick blanket over Yue Er.

Zhao Junyao’s expression was changeable and uncertain, lost in thought.

Xia Ruqing remained silent.

Leaning against the carriage wall she closed her eyes to relax, and before long slumber carried her away as well.

The entire day had passed without rest, truly exhausting!

...

Finally, they returned to the palace.

When Xia Ruqing awoke, she groggily opened her eyes to find herself nestled in Zhao Junyao’s arms.

As she sobered up, she looked left and right.

”Where’s Yue Er?”

”Asleep; Sister took her away!”

Xia Ruqing relaxed.

”Let’s go, then. Your Majesty... Where shall you reside tonight... Ah!”

Before she finished speaking.

She exclaimed in surprise as she twisted her ankle, nearly tumbling out of the carriage.

Lucky for her, Zhao Junyao was quick to react, pulling her up and holding her close again.

”What’s the rush?”

The tone was reproachful, yet his gaze was full of affection.

Xia Ruqing glanced around, noticing palace attendants kneeling in reception.

Immediately her face turned red, embarrassed as she pulled away from his embrace.

”Thank you, Your Majesty, I’ll walk myself!”

With so many people present, she felt somewhat inhibited.

Yet Zhao Junyao wouldn’t have it.

He lifted her up and carried her into Duanning Palace.

Surrounding palace attendants lowered their heads even further.

’I saw nothing, none of this happened!’

...

That night, naturally, the Emperor stayed at Duanning Palace.

Of course, it was fitting and rightful.

The fifteenth day of the Lantern Festival is a day meant for the Empress!

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