Too high to reach

Chapter 379 I Don't Want to Die
In the Liang family home, Madam Liang, dressed in a robe, sat in the front hall.

When things got chaotic outside, Liang You led his men to the Qi Prince's residence to provide support. Before leaving, he sent someone to inform Madam Liang, who is now sitting here waiting for news.

Footsteps sounded behind me; Princess Wenfang was approaching with her entourage.

"Mother." The county princess gave a slight bow, but her eyes were fixed on Madam Liang.

"Why did you come here?" Madam Liang also looked at her.

"With such a commotion, it's impossible to get a good night's sleep, so I came to check. Where is the Marquis?"

Although Princess Wenfang is now the Lady of the Marquis's household, she still hasn't been able to manage the household, nor has she consummated her marriage with Liang You. She's practically a guest in the Marquis's mansion…

However, these matters were not made public, and the household did not treat her harshly, allowing her to live a life largely as she pleased.

But for her, each day felt like an eternity, and she felt she had reached her limit.

Born into a prestigious family, she was quite resourceful, arranging for her maids and servants to monitor everything in the household.

Today, amidst the chaos outside, Liang You led his men away and learned that something had happened at the Qi Prince's residence, and Liang You had led his men to provide assistance.

He was truly furious: "The King of Qi isn't home, and you're going to guard the door for him? Who do you think you are? Don't you even know how to avoid suspicion?"
She'd had enough of this life!

When he gets back, I'll ask him that question right in front of him!

Madam Liang remained silent, and so did she. The two sat in silence all night…

As dawn broke in the east, Liang Youcai returned, carrying with him a chilling aura.

Liang You knew that Madam Liang was waiting for him to return, but he was somewhat surprised to see Princess Wenfang there as well. "Mother, everything is alright now. You should go and rest!"

Madam Liang nodded: "That's good then. You probably won't have time to rest. Wash up, eat something, and go to the morning court."

"Yes."

"Where have you been?" Princess Wenfang asked with a gloomy face.

Liang You said calmly, "I have official business outside."

"Official business? Taking care of the princess who stayed at home for Prince Qi, when did that become official business? Does His Highness Prince Qi know that you and the princess were once engaged? Heh, isn't he afraid of inviting a wolf into the house?"

Liang You pursed his lips and looked coldly at Princess Wenfang.

"Shut up!" Madam Liang ordered Princess Wenfang directly, though she didn't seem particularly angry.

“Mother-in-law!” Wenfang stood up. “I’ve been married into this family for so long, what kind of life have I been living? What have I done wrong? If you don’t explain things clearly today, don’t blame your daughter-in-law for making a scene!”

"I'd like to see how you'll cause trouble!" Liang You sneered.

"Liang You! Go and get ready; you're going to the morning court session soon. I'll handle things here!"

Liang You obeyed and bowed before retreating.

Ha, it's obvious: she's an outsider! Princess Wenfang said coldly, with a strong presence: "Madam, are we just going to live like this?"

"Do you think I wanted this?" Madam Liang said calmly, unsurprised by Princess Wenfang's words. "The Emperor bestowed this marriage upon us; we had no choice! It's good that we're making things clear today. Back then, when my son died in battle, your family rushed to break off the engagement. Although I was deeply grieved, I didn't harbor much resentment."

After all, life is tough for women these days. Even royalty isn't immune. Liang Qian is gone, but you still have to live your life. It's better this way. At least both of you won't end up in such a miserable state.

However, your biggest mistake was searching everywhere and, finding no suitable candidate, turning back! Even worse, you shouldn't have rashly requested permission! When the Grand Princess forced you to comply, you should have anticipated this outcome!

Princess Wenfang wept, "I don't understand any of what you're saying. As a young woman, I only know how to obey my elders. No matter what, I'm already married into this family! And it was a marriage bestowed by the Emperor. Shouldn't any respectable family make a living?"

"No! Such a thing would never happen to respectable families!"

Princess Wenfang chuckled coldly: "Madam, don't forget that along with the imperial decree of marriage came the decree of the Marquis's succession to the title! Without this marriage, how could an adopted son so easily inherit the title?"

These words ignited murderous intent in Madam Liang's eyes. She abruptly stood up, stepped forward, and slapped Princess Wenfang across the face.

"Ah?" Princess Wenfang took a real hit, and her face visibly swelled up.

Madam Liang had practiced martial arts when she was young.

"What I hate most is the Grand Princess and your face! Did you even find out about the Liang family before trying to take credit for yourself?"

After Liang You was adopted, he studied and worked tirelessly day and night. He was just waiting for the grand martial arts competition so we could rightfully inherit the title! And what did your family do? Sneaky, underhanded tactics, trying to steal what the Liang family had earned through their own abilities! Bah!

Madam Liang spat at her.

"you……"

"Ha! Grand Princess, you're taking advantage of your age and influence with the Emperor to interfere and try to take advantage. You're utterly shameless! I married you with a heart full of resentment, and you expect to have a good life?"

"You..." Princess Wenfang was stunned that her most beloved relative, the Grand Princess of the Royal Family, was being scolded like this by her mother-in-law.

"Someone come here!" Madam Liang shouted.

A group of people immediately entered from outside, including old women and guards.

"Send Lady Hou back to her own courtyard and don't let her come out again!" "What are you trying to do? I am a county princess, a lady of the county!" Princess Wenfang shouted.

Madam Liang said coldly, "That's precisely why I didn't resort to violence. You should also know your place. Don't forget, the Grand Princess is no longer here!"

……

At the Qi Prince's residence, the situation was stable, so Mo Yi told the others to go back to their rooms to rest.

But she still can't.

When government officials arrived to inspect the scene, it was already broad daylight, and they still hadn't finished.

She needs to go to the west wing of the front yard to check on the injuries.

Fortunately, the man in black's main objective was to injure his opponent so that they couldn't hinder his actions, and he didn't intend to kill them outright. So some were seriously injured, but none died.

Upon hearing this news, Mo Yi breathed a sigh of relief and instructed the doctor to examine the wound carefully and to use all kinds of the best wound medicine.

Shao Ge'er... suffered quite a bit. The crossbow bolt got stuck in his right shoulder blade, injuring the bone and tendons. "As long as he doesn't have a high fever or inflammation, he should be able to pull through. But his arm will limit his mobility in the future. He's still young, so we'll have to keep watching to see how much it will affect him."

Feng Liniang was also carried to the next room, where she could only lie down.

The doctor shook his head: "Your Majesty, the crossbow cannot be pulled out. If it is pulled out, the person will likely die immediately."

Someone dragged over a stool, and Mo Yi sat down.

Feng Liniang lost too much blood and was in and out of consciousness. "Shao'er..." she woke up with a start.

"Li Shaofeng is seriously injured, his right shoulder bone and tendons are broken. From now on, let alone wielding a sword or spear, even writing will be difficult. His daily life will be affected, and he will be in pain for the rest of his life, especially on cloudy or rainy days. Feng Liniang, consider this a memento you left for him. Are you happy with this outcome?"

Mo asked calmly.

“…Moyi, please, find the best doctor, use the best medicine. I beg you…I was wrong. I deserve to die! But he is still young, he is innocent.”

"He's the prince's eldest son... How are you going to explain this to the prince now that he's been ruined like this?"

Mo Yi found it amusing. "At this point, it's already a stroke of luck that he's alive. And you're still thinking he's the prince's eldest son? Feng Liniang, your injuries are severe... you're going to die."

"dying?"

Feng Liniang suffered from cerebral ischemia, so she couldn't understand: Who was going to die? Me?
"No, I don't want to die. Your Majesty, save me... save me... I don't want to die, Shao-ge'er is still so young..."

"Who sent you?"

"Mo Yi, Your Majesty! I was forced... If I hadn't come, you would have killed me on the spot. You don't know how hard it was for me to get to where I am today, how can I just die like this? No..." she screamed in a low voice.

"Who sent you here? You won't say? Do you think Shao-ge'er will be so lucky next time?"

"No!" Feng Liniang was completely flustered. "I don't know who he is... I couldn't see his face through the screen. I don't even know where I am."

She suddenly perked up, "But I can recognize his voice! Moyi, if you save me, I'll help you find him..."

“That won’t be necessary.” Mo Yi knew she was telling the truth. “Is there anything else you want to say to Li Shaofeng?”

"No, no... I want to stay with him for the rest of my life. Where is he? Let me see him!" She glared fiercely at Mo Yi, "It's all your fault! It's all your fault! Stop pretending in front of me. I saw you taking him to your parents' house for the New Year... Who do you think you are?"

She gasped for breath, "He's my son! My son, the prince's eldest son! If it weren't for you... the prince would have made me his official wife, as long as I get pregnant again. The prince would definitely agree..."

She strained to look up at Mo Yi's belly.

"What makes you better than me? How much have I done for the Qi Prince's Mansion? How much have I done for the Prince? And yet I've ended up like this... all because of you!"

Mo Yi shook her head; she couldn't be bothered to listen to any of that. She was sleepy.

"Gag me!"

"No! Let me see Shao-ge'er... I want to see my son, I don't want to die..."

The old woman next to her immediately covered her mouth.

As she struggled, blood began to ooze from her back again.

Suddenly, his gaze began to glaze over, and Li Jing appeared before him...

Dressed in a prince's crown and robes, his expression as usual, he walked in step by step... "Your Highness..."

Feng Liniang smiled, "Liniang has always liked you very much..."

She stared at Li Jing intently.

Li Jing didn't look at her, but walked past her with a sudden smile on his face: "Your Highness..." he called to Mo Yi over there.

"No, I can't just die like this... As long as I'm alive, everything is still possible..."

But she died.