The red-robed guards’ expressions changed in unison. Since I still held significant value to the King of Qi and the Crown Prince, they would never disregard my safety.
This time, the King of Qi himself came to see me.
“My father-in-law is dying,” I said coldly. Tears had dried on my face, making it stretch tight. “He wants to see his wife one last time.”
“I’m afraid this matter…” The King of Qi remained amiable, his face full of helplessness and apology. “In fact, I’m not even sure where your mother-in-law is now.”
I glared at him, no longer caring about etiquette. “Stop with this nonsense! Your Majesty, if you still won’t let Mother-in-law come to see Father-in-law’s last moments, I will—”
The King of Qi smiled: “Commit suicide? That’s fine, you can go ahead and die.”
I stood frozen.
“It’s just that if you die, your entire family will be buried with you,” the King of Qi chuckled, his gaze like a poisonous thorn. “My lady, you understand what’s at stake.”
Two nights later, Father-in-law passed away peacefully at the age of forty-eight. Until his very last moment, he never saw the woman he had loved his entire life or his only son.
I kept vigil by his side all night, thinking all night. This night, I did not cry again.
I cannot continue like this. I cannot passively wait for An Jin or Mother-in-law to save me. I cannot watch my family in danger.
Chapter Fifty-Four: Remarriage Becomes Reality
After Father-in-law’s seventh day memorial, I met with the Crown Prince.
“Your father’s passing is truly regrettable,” Xia Zhiyuan consoled gently. “My lady, please take care of yourself.”
I lowered my head. “Your Highness is kind. These past days, I’ve thought a lot, and I find your previous suggestion feasible.”
“Really?” Xia Zhiyuan’s eyes lit up with joy as he stood and approached. “My lady agrees?”
I bit my lip and frowned. “Indeed. The Western Liang people have destroyed my family. This revenge must be taken. But my family was not involved and I don’t want them to be implicated innocently.”
“My lady can be at ease. As long as you’re willing to cooperate with me, I guarantee your family will not suffer the slightest harm.
