boyutpedia Chapter 199 Two Jade Concubines
Chapter 199 Two Jade Concubines
Upon returning to Yechao, Chu Chenxiao and the others discovered that time seemed to have resumed its flow at that moment, and everything had returned to life.
But they also knew that the danger had not truly gone away; it was merely lying dormant for the time being.
They decided to find a safe place to settle down first, while studying how to completely resolve the hidden dangers brought about by the Chaos Spirit Orb.
So the four of them did not return to the palace, but went straight to Yin Yuyao's residence.
The four were well aware that the current situation was complex and many matters needed to be discussed. Yin Yuyao's residence was relatively secluded and safe, making it an ideal place to discuss countermeasures.
During their stay in the manor, they worked day and night, repeatedly discussing issues such as the aftermath of the Chaos Spirit Pearl, the possible movements of the mysterious organization, and the stability of the spacetime order, trying to find solutions from ancient records, past experiences, and their respective expertise.
The room was brightly lit, and the people inside looked solemn. The atmosphere was tense and heavy. Every detail and every possibility was analyzed in detail, with alternating moments of debate and silence after careful consideration.
However, the days passed in the blink of an eye, and the day for court quietly arrived.
Despite his worries, Emperor Chu Chenxiao had no choice but to return to the palace with Xu Ruyu, Ning Yuyuan, and Xixi.
The group was in a hurry, but as they stepped into the palace, they had no idea that an unexpected incident was about to occur.
Sunlight filtered through the mottled palace walls, casting a golden glow on the long palace corridor, adding a touch of tranquility and peace to the otherwise solemn and dignified palace.
Along the palace path, neatly trimmed bushes swayed gently in the breeze, and occasionally a few unidentified birds hopped and played on the branches, chirping as if singing a little tune for the peaceful daily life in the palace.
Eunuchs and palace maids, in twos and threes, each carrying exquisite objects or documents, hurried yet carefully moved between the palaces. They were dressed in uniform palace attire, their expressions respectful and humble. Occasionally they would exchange a few words in hushed tones, but they dared not slacken their pace for fear of disturbing the solemnity of the palace.
However, this tranquility was broken by a faint commotion coming from not far away.
Xu Ruyu from the original timeline was walking along the palace road, pondering the recent situation in the court and the family mission she was shouldering.
Suddenly, a figure came into view. The eyebrows and the figure were exactly the same as his own, as if he were looking in a mirror.
In an instant, his mind went blank, leaving only shock and bewilderment.
"How is this possible? How could there be such a similar person in the world? Could it be the result of some kind of evil magic?" He subconsciously took a step back, warily examining the other person, his eyes full of vigilance and doubt.
Having grown up in this complex court and aristocratic environment, his first reaction was to suspect that there might be some conspiracy behind it, or that someone was deliberately trying to disrupt the court or target his family.
Xu Ruyu from the new timeline was also taken aback by this unexpected encounter. Looking at the person in front of him who looked exactly like him, he felt a complex and indescribable emotion welling up inside him.
"Is he me from this time and space? Why does he look so unfamiliar yet so familiar?" His past experiences in another time and space involuntarily surfaced in his mind, the days when he went on adventures with Chu Chenxiao and others, and the hardships and dangers he went through to protect the Chaos Spirit Pearl.
The person before us, however, has a completely different life trajectory. He stands within these palace walls, dressed in court robes, and must have his own glory and troubles.
"How should I explain all this to him? Will he believe me?" Xu Ruyu from the new timeline was filled with anxiety. He knew that the chaos caused by the time-space intersection could not be explained in a few words, and the reaction of the person in front of him would directly affect the development of subsequent events.
He was worried that the other party would see him as a monster or an enemy, and he was also afraid that his appearance would bring more trouble and danger to this space-time.
As the two gazed at each other silently, their hearts churning with turbulent emotions, a series of hurried footsteps approached from afar.
Chu Chenxiao was extremely anxious. She knew all too well the chaos and danger that might result from the two Xu Ruyu meeting. Her hair was soaked with sweat, and her eyes were filled with anxiety and worry.
Ning Yu followed closely behind, her figure nimble and her steps hurried. She gripped her sword sheath tightly in her hand, her expression tense as she looked around, secretly wary of any unexpected situations that might arise.
Xi Xi looked worried, her delicate brows furrowed tightly. She jogged along, trying to keep up with Chu Chenxiao and Ning Yuyuan. Her gaze kept shifting between the two figures ahead and the surrounding environment, afraid of missing any potential threat.
"Your Majesty, what should we do?" Ning Yuyuan asked Chu Chenxiao in a low voice, panting heavily, her voice tinged with unease.
Chu Chenxiao did not answer, but quickened her pace, her eyes becoming increasingly determined. She knew that she had to quickly take control of the situation and prevent it from getting out of control.
Just as he was about to reach the two of them, Chu Chenxiao shouted, "Don't be impulsive!"
The voice echoed through the palace corridor, carrying an undeniable authority.
The eunuchs and palace maids passing by stopped in their tracks, casting curious and frightened glances, but dared not get too close. They stood at a distance, whispering amongst themselves, utterly astonished by this sudden turn of events.
On the eaves of the distant palace, several white doves were startled by the sudden commotion, flapping their wings and flying into the sky, cooing as if adding a touch of panic to the tense atmosphere.
The flowers in the flowerbeds beside the palace road, which were originally blooming beautifully, seemed to sense this unease. They trembled slightly in the wind, and their petals fluttered down, scattering on the bluestone pavement, as if laying a beautiful yet slightly sad floral carpet for the unknown variables that were about to come.
At this moment, all eyes on the palace path were focused on these few people. A spacetime crisis caused by the Chaos Spirit Pearl was quietly unfolding in a corner of the palace, creating an even more complex and unpredictable situation.
It was as if the surroundings had been instantly muted; the palace servants who were bustling about suddenly stopped, and time itself seemed to freeze.
Not far away, several eunuchs carrying imperial meals stopped first. They held the food boxes steadily in their hands, but their eyes were wide open and their mouths were slightly agape. Their faces were full of shock and confusion, as if they could not believe what they were seeing.
Their bodies leaned slightly forward, their necks stretched out, like a flock of curious geese frozen in place. They wanted to get closer to see what was going on, but were restrained by court rules and dared not move. They could only stand there, whispering to each other, their voices low but unable to hide their surprise and doubt.
The palace maids responsible for sweeping also stopped sweeping. They were dressed in simple palace attire, their hair neatly tied up, but at this moment they paid no attention to their demeanor, and the brooms in their hands were leaning crookedly against the wall.
They first covered their mouths in surprise, their eyes shifting back and forth between the two Xu Ruyus, as if trying to figure out what was going on with this incredible scene.
One of the more astute palace maids gently tugged at the hem of her companion's robe, her eyes filled with fear and curiosity, and whispered, "What should we do? How can there be two Consorts? If word gets out, this could cause a major disaster!"
His companion nodded nervously, gripping the rag tightly in his hand until his knuckles turned white, his eyes filled with worry and unease, fearing that this sudden turn of events would implicate him.
The patrolling guards, who had been marching in neat and powerful steps, suddenly lost their rhythm and stopped abruptly, their spears almost clashing together due to the sudden halt.
The head of the guards had a solemn expression, his eyes revealing vigilance and doubt. He quickly scanned the surroundings and then whispered an order to his guards to remain vigilant, maintain order, and prevent the situation from escalating further.
But his gaze never left the two identical-looking people, and he secretly wondered what secrets were hidden behind this strange sight, and whether it would pose a threat to the safety of the palace.
Meanwhile, in the palace corridor, Yuan Yin, Xu Ruyan, and Qi Yanyun, all dressed in court attire, were on their way to court.
Hearing the commotion, the three of them turned around and froze in place, their eyes filled with astonishment.
Xu Ruyan was even more shocked. He gripped Yuan Yin's arm tightly, his nails digging into her sleeve, and said in a trembling voice, "What... what's going on? Could it be that I've been possessed? How come I see two older brothers?"
His face turned deathly pale, fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, and his eyes widened as if he had seen the most unbelievable thing in the world.
Yuan Yin was also somewhat bewildered. Her brows were furrowed, her eyes were full of doubt and worry, and her lips trembled slightly, as if she wanted to say something but was speechless for a moment.
Her gaze darted back and forth between the two Xu Ruyus, trying to find some clues from their expressions and demeanor to unravel the mystery in her heart.
Only Qi Yanyun quickly came to his senses. He first calmly pushed Xu Ruyan's hand away from Yuan Yin's arm, then gently patted Yuan Yin's sleeve and whispered, "Don't panic, let's see how things go first."
Qi Yanyun's eyes revealed a hint of calmness and composure. Although he was also filled with surprise, he knew that in this situation, staying calm was the most important thing.
Xu Ruyan was still somewhat flustered. He moved closer to Qi Yanyun and asked anxiously, "Brother-in-law, what should we do? Will this be bad for my brother? Should we go up and ask him what's going on?"
His eyes were filled with concern and unease, and his hands were constantly twisting the hem of his clothes, revealing his inner tension.
Qi Yanyun shook his head slightly, his expression grave, and said, "We must not act rashly. This matter is strange. Let's observe first and see how His Majesty handles it. His Majesty has always been wise; he will surely have a solution."
His gaze was fixed on Chu Chenxiao and the others not far away, his eyes filled with expectation and trust, while he was also secretly pondering the possible impact of this sudden change.
Yuan Yin had calmed down a bit by now. She took a deep breath and said softly, "Brother is right. We can't act rashly, lest we cause trouble for you and His Majesty. But these two brothers... are really hard to understand."
A trace of confusion still lingered in her eyes, but more so, there was concern about the situation.
The three stood under the corridor, quietly watching the scene unfold on the palace path, each with their own thoughts.
Unbeknownst to them, this crisis of temporal distortion caused by the Chaos Spirit Orb had already quietly unfolded in a corner of the palace, creating an even more complex and unpredictable situation. They were drawn into it, and their future path was filled with unknowns and dangers.
The three's conspicuous actions naturally caught the attention of Chen Xiao and the others.
Upon seeing the three of them, Chen Xiao sighed, lowered his head, and rubbed his forehead, pondering a solution.
The entire palace seemed to be disturbed by this sudden accident. Although the palace servants pretended to be calm on the surface, their hearts were already in turmoil.
Their eyes, movements, and whispers all revealed their shock, confusion, and fear at this strange phenomenon, all of which was shrouded in the majestic and solemn atmosphere of the palace, making it seem even more mysterious and eerie.
Seeing Chen Xiao's familiarity with the other Xu Ruyu from the original timeline, Xu Ruyu finally couldn't hold back and asked, "Who... are you? Why do you look so similar to me?"
Xu Ruyu from the new timeline was momentarily at a loss for words, and could only stare blankly at the other person.
After a moment, he came to his senses and stammered, "I... I don't know how to explain it either. The reasons are extremely complicated."
At this moment, the surrounding air seemed to freeze. The passing servants were also attracted by this strange scene and cast surprised glances at it. However, they dared not linger and had to hurry past, but they couldn't help but look at it from the side again and again.
"How is this possible? How could there be such a similar person in the world?" Xu Ruyu from the original timeline frowned, a hint of vigilance in his eyes. He looked the other person up and down, trying to find flaws in the details in order to solve the mystery in his heart.
Xu Ruyu from the new timeline took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and slowly said, "This matter is a long story, concerning the Chaos Spirit Pearl and the intersection of time and space. We had no intention of disturbing you, but we were forced by circumstances..."
Before he could finish speaking, he heard a series of hurried footsteps.
Hearing the commotion, Chu Chenxiao and the others rushed over.
Seeing this scene, Chu Chenxiao felt a sense of foreboding and quickly stepped forward to stand between the two. He said to Xu Ruyu from the original timeline, "Ruyu, please allow me to explain. Do not panic."
Xu Ruyu from the original timeline looked at Chu Chenxiao, her eyes filled with doubt and confusion: "Your Majesty, what exactly is going on? Why are you with him?"
Chu Chenxiao frowned slightly, her expression showing a hint of fatigue but also a sense of determination. She briefly recounted the events of the two timelines to Xu Ruyu in the original timeline, trying to make him understand the seriousness and complexity of the matter in concise and clear language.
Upon hearing this, Xu Ruyu from the original timeline gradually shifted his expression from initial shock to deep thought. He realized that this matter was far beyond his imagination, involving not only the mystery of his personal identity but also the safety and stability of the entire timeline.
"So what should we do now? The power of this Chaos Spirit Pearl has caused such a disaster." Xu Ruyu from the original timeline asked with great concern.
Chu Chenxiao surveyed the crowd with unwavering determination and said resolutely, "We must find a way to completely resolve the hidden dangers of the Chaos Spirit Pearl as soon as possible, and restore this chaotic spacetime order. We cannot allow the situation to deteriorate further."
Everyone nodded in agreement, knowing full well that the road ahead would be difficult, but there was no turning back now. Only by joining hands could they find a glimmer of hope in this complex situation and protect the world they lived in.