148. Sacrifice To Make

Half a month later, City of Capital.

General Nangong's Residence.

Nangong Jue looked very serious.

"I suppose you already know what happened to the State of Qing, State of Song, State of Qi, right?"

In the study room, there were many people sitting in front of Nangong Jue. All of them were core members of the Nangong family.

For example, Nangong Xiao, Nangong Jue's second younger brother, and Nangong Xing, his youngest brother, and even Nangong Jue's three sons. Nangong Yu was not there.

If Nangong Xiao's two sons were not at the border, they would probably be here too.

"Father," the one who answered was Nangong Jue's eldest son, Nangong Qingtian. He was thirty-five years old, and his son was already a teenager.

"Sun Yuan plotted with the governor of State of Qi and county leader in State of Song to build a private army of tens of thousands of soldiers. Now, the whole world knows it."

Nangong Jue sighed. "Yeah, everyone in the world knows it…"

Nangong Xing said softly, "Are you going to say anything about the Sun family?"

Nangong Jue nodded seriously. "That's right. All of you know about the situation of our three families. This time, even if the Sun family is not root out, they will suffer a big loss. The game will be changed. We gather here to share your own thoughts.”

"It is almost certain that the Sun family is about to be destroyed. Even if they sacrifice something, it will be difficult for them to stay out of the law. It's best for us not to get involved in it at all," Nangong Jue's second son, Nangong Yaotian, said.

Nangong Wudi had always been talkative, but today he was silent. A moment later, he said, "father, since our three ancestors were close friends, I am afraid that the Sun family will ask for our help."

Nangong Xing said lightly, "They have already done that. But we refused. However, if Sun Luo came personally, we must make a statement.”

"That's right," Nangong Xiao added, "Sun Luo is not easy to get rid of."

"Right now, Prince Chen’s husband and Prince Xian have yet to return to the City of Capital. However, they are already on the way and will come back soon. When they return, the emperor will officially deal with the case of the Sun family. We must hold on to our attitude before that," Nangong Jue slowly swept across everyone and said.

Nangong Xiao had a look at Nangong Xing. "You go first."

Nangong Xing nodded. "Zero touch  of anything about Sun family."

Nangong Jue looked at Nangong Xiao. Nangong Xiao said. "Agreed."

Nangong Qingtian and his two brothers exchanged an eye contact and spoke slowly. "Agreed."

Nangong Jue did not relax at all. After a long time, he said softly, "Once the Sun family is destroyed, the situation of the three parties will no longer exist. I'm afraid that we will become a target if we are caught for making a mistake."

Nangong Jue's words caused everyone nervous.

After a long time, Nangong Xing chuckled. "If we have to suffer from what we don’t do, it is our doom.”

With Nangong Xing's chuckle, the others were no longer nervous.

A moment later, Nangong Jue nodded. "That's right. Since we have a decision, we should keep an eye on our family members. Don't get involved in anything at such a critical time. The Sun family deserves the crime for being so ambitious.”

"Yes!" Everyone replied in unison.

In Dongfang family, they were having the same meeting too, which ended with Dongfang Xu’s conclusion.

"The Sun family is too ambitious. There is nothing we can do to help. We don’t know where our future will be. But right, we cannot get involved in anything with Sun family. We don’t know what the emperor is thinking. But remember to keep an eye on your own people. Make sure there is no more Sun Yuan in our family. We cannot afford the consequence.”

"Yes!"

Not long after Dongfang Ye left the study, he bumped into Dongfang Hui in the courtyard.

Dongfang Ye was stunned for a moment, then he was going to turn away.

"Big Brother," Dongfang Hui called out first.

Dongfang Ye turned around and smiled like a good brother. "You're home?"

"I have one day off work today." Dongfang Hui answered.

"Okay. I see. Sorry that I've been busy these days."

Dongfang Hui stared at Dongfang Ye, who couldn't help but look away.

Dongfang Hui suddenly chuckled. "Big Brother, Yu still insists on not marring Han Tingxuan."

Dongfang Ye was a little surprised. He frowned. "He is serious?"

Dongfang Hui smiled lightly. "I also think that Prince Chen’s husband is a really nice man. Yu and I are good friends. Perhaps we can marry the same man. What do you think?”

"What!" Dongfang Ye growled, looking furious.

Dongfang Hui smiled bigger as he saw Dongfang Ye’s reaction, but his eyes did not smile.

"You don’t think it’s a good idea? I think this idea is really good!”

"You're crazy!" Dongfang Ye growled.

Dongfang Hui said a little coldly. "Am I crazy? Perhaps yes. "

Dongfang Ye took a deep breath, grabbed Dongfang Hui's arm and dragged him to the room.

The door was closed. Dongfang Hui sneered. "Big Brother, I'm just sharing you my idea. Why are you so excited?"

Dongfang Ye couldn't hold it in anymore and suddenly pushed Dongfang Hui against the door.

"I said no!" After yelling, he suddenly kissed Dongfang Hui.

Dongfang Hui froze there. At this time, Dongfang Ye had already stuck his touch into his mouth.

After some time, Dongfang Ye finally let go of Dongfang Hui.

Dongfang Hui's cheeks blushed.

Dongfang Ye was seduced by his shyness. He couldn't help but kiss him again. "Hui, I lose. You win. I… I can't, I just can’t live without you. I can't even think of the possibility that you'll be someone else...not even a little bit... I just can’t. "

Dongfang Hui said with watery eyes, "Big brother…"

Dongfang Ye suddenly hugged Dongfang Hui.

Sun’s Mansion.

Sun Luo looked scary and ice cold.

Sun Xiucheng was grumpy. "Father, that idiot Sun Yuan is basically killing us all!"

Sun Luo's face became colder.

His second son Sun Xiubo looked terrible too. But he was obviously much calmer than the irritable Sun Xiucheng.

"Father, the Dongfang family and Nangong family have been refusing to meet us with all sorts of excuses. I'm afraid that you will need to talk to them personally."

Sun Xiucheng added, "father, you should go in person. As long as you go talk to them, the Dongfang and Nangong families won't find a reason to refuse us!"

Sun Luo stared coldly at his useless eldest son. Sun Xiucheng's body trembled by the cold stare. "Father, am I wrong?"

Sun Xiuobo looked down.

Sun Luo said softly, "Dongfang family and Nangong family have clearly chosen their attitude. It will be humiliating if I ask for their help in person. Xiucheng, you go out first.”

Sun Xiucheng was stunned. "What?!"

Sun Luo shot a harsh stare at him and said, "Get out!"

Sun Xiucheng didn't dare to stay and went out of the room.

After he left, Sun Xiucheng's eyes were full of malice. Why? Why did father favor his brother more?!

When there was only Sun Luo and his second son in the study, Sun Luo glanced at Sun Xiubo.

Then, he slowly said in a calm tone, "Xiubo, I'm afraid the Sun family is not going to make it easily this time."

Sun Xiubo knelt down. "I am willing to do anything for the Sun family no matter whatever it takes!"

Sun Luo's eyes were filled with warmth. "We have to make sacrifice for the entire family.”

Sun Xiubo looked up and said seriously, "I am willing to die for the glory of the Sun family!"

Sun Luo stepped down and patted Sun Xiubo on the shoulder. "You're a good boy. The future of the Sun family will lie on you."

Sun Xiu was shocked and then shook his head. "No! Big Brother is the eldest son of the Sun family… "

"Say no more," Sun Luo shook his head gently. "Your elder brother is not as talented as you. He hasn't really done anything for the Sun family ever since he was young. This time, it's his turn…"

Sun Xiubo trembled. "But father, I am willing…"

Sun Luo still shook his head and was prouder of his youngest son. "You just listen to me this time."

Sun Xiubo lowered his head to hide the happiness and coldness in his eyes. He buried his head between his knees.

"Father, if that's the case, please allow me to be the criminal. You are Big Brother's good father and a good father as always.”

Sun Luo was shocked and also satisfied. He patted Sun Xiubo's head lightly.

"I don’t mind."

Sun Xiubo looked up, eyes with sadness and tears, "But I care! I do!”

Sun Luo looked at his youngest son and sighed softly. "Fine! Then… I'll leave it to you."

Sun Xiubo lowered his head. "Yes!"

Sun Luo said softly when Sun Xiubo was about to go out. "Where there is life there is hope. Xiubo, even if the Sun family is severely injured, as long as the Sun family is still here, we will get what we want.”

“Yes, I see!” Sun Xiubo clenched his fists tightly. This time, his eyes were filled with confidence. "That’s also what I believe!"

Sun Luo nodded with satisfaction and waved his hand. "Go ahead. Prince Chen’s husband and Prince Xian should arrive at City of Capital in two days at the latest.”

"Yes! I get it!”

Was Han Tingxuan really on the way back to the City of Capital?

No, no, no. No one knew that he was already in the imperial palace!

And he was in the emperor's dormitory!

Mo Yanzhi would be four months pregnant in ten days.

Han Tingxuan arrived at the imperial palace a quarter of an hour ago. At this moment, he was desperately drinking water because he was too thirsty.

Mo Yanzhi felt so guilty that Han Tingxuan was so tired.

"Hubby…"

Han Tingxuan drank two pots of water non-stop. Then, he suddenly hugged his male wife into his arms. "Yanzhi, I miss you so much."