Adhere to the gentleman's principles

Chapter 243 It’s No One’s Fault

The four of them knew it clearly, but they were still unwilling to accept it. Xiao Xuantang frowned and said in a heavy tone: "Jun Ning! Your mother and everyone in your mother's family died under Qin Zhuoyuan's conspiracy. Don't you want to avenge this blood feud?"

Hearing this, Zhao Junning took a step forward slowly, her eyes firm and calm. "If you want to take revenge, then go ahead. I am grateful for your help in the past. However, now my husband and I have a young child to take care of, so we cannot go together." Her voice was soft but resolute.

Then, Zhao Junning held Li Ziyan's hand tightly and walked out of the door together. Xu Wenhe bowed to them and said, "My father is still in Pingliang. The situation is urgent. I must go back to find him immediately." After that, he turned and left.

Zhao Junning led Li Ziyan back to the house, and they stood facing each other. Li Ziyan was about to speak, but was interrupted by Zhao Junning. She suddenly rushed forward and gently touched Li Ziyan's lips with her lips. This sudden kiss caught Li Ziyan off guard. However, after just a moment, Zhao Junning slowly let him go.

At this moment, crystal tears sparkled in Zhao Junning's eyes. She asked with a slightly trembling voice, "Zi Yan, what are your plans..." Before she finished speaking, tears had already slid down her cheeks.

Li Ziyan took a deep breath and replied softly, "Jun Ning, my feelings for you have never changed." He reached out and gently wiped away the tears from the corners of Zhao Jun Ning's eyes, and continued, "As long as you still love me and like me, that's enough. As for other things, you don't have to worry, just leave it to me. You will take good care of An'er and mother-in-law."

Hearing this, Zhao Junning nodded to show that he understood. Li Ziyan hugged Zhao Junning tightly and said gently: "I decided to go back to Pingliang with Wen He. The palace is in chaos and the situation is out of control. We must take action to correct the chaos. Only in this way can we restore peace to the world."

Zhao Junning looked at Li Ziyan silently, her eyes full of determination and support. She responded softly, "Well, if that's the case, then go with peace of mind. I believe you will be able to successfully quell the rebellion and protect this land."

Li Ziyan asked in a low voice: "What about you? What are your plans next?" His eyes were fixed on Zhao Junning, as if he wanted to see her innermost thoughts through her eyes.

Zhao Junning sighed slightly, then said firmly: "I have decided to stay. Youzhou has suffered repeated setbacks, and the supply of food and grass is also very tight. I think I should stick to Jingzhou. I am worried that Qin Zhuoyuan will take the opportunity to lead his troops to attack Jingzhou. The internal strife cannot start again before the external strife is quelled. After you have finished quelling the Pingliang Rebellion, I believe I can hold on and wait for you to come."

Li Ziyan looked at Zhao Junning silently, his eyes full of complicated emotions. After a while, he slowly said, "Junning, I believe you." However, as soon as he finished speaking, tears fell uncontrollably from his eyes.

"Zi Yan..." Zhao Junning called softly, with a trace of heartache and helplessness in his eyes.

Li Ziyan took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, and then said: "Jun Ning, I'm sorry. I once promised you that we would never separate again. But this time, I'm afraid I will break this oath again. I'm really sorry..."

His voice was filled with endless guilt and self-blame, which made Zhao Junning's heart ache. But she knew that at this moment, they had no choice but to consider the overall situation.

Zhao Junning gently reached out her hand, gently wiped away the tears on Li Ziyan's cheek, and said softly: "Don't feel sorry for anyone, you know? I am really very proud because I have such an outstanding husband. Not only do you love me deeply, but you are also a man with a strong sense of responsibility. As long as you are by my side, no matter where I am, I will feel extremely at ease. Ziyan, you can rest assured and boldly pursue what you want to do."

She paused, took a deep breath, and continued to speak affectionately: "You must remember that no matter when and where, I will silently support you. This person I love deeply,

He was good in every way and never let me, his friends, and his country down. I understand that you must be extremely tired at this moment. After all, the companions who once walked side by side with you have lost their way, and now you are the only one left. However, this is not your fault, nor is it their fault.

It's just that in the long journey of struggle, you have each experienced too many hardships, and some people have gradually lost their way and can no longer stick to their original beliefs. But this is not your fault, nor theirs. It can only be said that this grand road is too difficult and full of countless hardships and challenges. However, my Zi Yan has always been brave and fearless, firmly guarding his inner bottom line. "Speaking of this, Zhao Junning's eyes couldn't help but moisten, and tears slid down her face.

"I will defend Jingzhou City and will never let the enemy take a single step in! You want to save Pingliang, I understand and support it, but if you plan to risk your life, I'm sorry I can't go with you. My mother-in-law, father-in-law, father and young An'er at home can't live without me! Therefore, this Jingzhou City is not only related to the safety of the country, but also to protect our common family." Zhao Junning said in a firm tone.

Li Ziyan nodded silently, indicating his agreement. The two hugged each other tightly, tears pouring out like a broken dam. They vented their inner sorrow and reluctance, as if time had stopped at this moment. At this moment, they forgot the cruelty of war, and only had a deep attachment to each other.

After a long time, the crying gradually subsided. Zhao Junning gently pushed Li Ziyan away and wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down: "After this separation, I don't know when we will meet again. But no matter what, please take care of yourself."

Li Ziyan stared at Zhao Junning, his eyes full of affection: "Don't worry, I will come back alive. When the war is settled, it will be the day for us to reunite."

Zhao Junning nodded slightly, with a faint smile on her face: "Well, I believe you. May God bless you and everything goes well."