Reborn to Become A Queen: The Real Heiress's Comeback-Chapter 293: The World Is Yours, and So Am I!

Mu Yan had deeply deliberated over each word before speaking, with his Hidden Guard downstairs, there was no need to worry about anyone overhearing and spreading the word.

He stared into Zhan Lan’s eyes and said, "Lan’er, the longer Emperor Xuanwu is under house arrest, the more it draws suspicion. I do not wish to expend too much energy dealing with them. What’s your take on this matter?"

Zhan Lan gave a faint smile and nodded, "Letting the Crown Prince ascend the throne will make Si Jun anxious. Now that Si Jun has lost the support of the Zhan Family, he will certainly seek to win over other forces for warmth in numbers. If he allies with Prince Qi and Prince Xian, the Crown Prince’s side will be too preoccupied to care for themselves. If we use the Crown Prince’s hand to eliminate them, it would be an option as well. I believe you and I think alike."

Mu Yan nodded and asked, "Are you prepared for this?"

Zhan Lan nodded gently, "First, let them fight among themselves, letting them weaken each other like dogs fighting over scraps. We should conserve our strength. Right now, the most important thing for Nanjin is to restore national power, no more wars can be fought."

Listening to her word by word analysis, Mu Yan’s gaze upon Zhan Lan grew increasingly admiring; her vision was far beyond that of an ordinary woman.

Zhan Lan understood the importance of timing and strategies, everything clear in her heart.

Zhan Lan spoke with unwavering eyes, "Mu Yan, if you can be a good emperor, I am willing to support you."

Mu Yan smiled and held her hand, "Lan’er, if I become emperor, it will certainly attract the attention of the other three nations. It’s only a matter of time before they uncover my background. Considering Nanjin’s current national strength, if they unite against Nanjin, disaster is inevitable. Therefore, what I’ve been thinking is that you should be the emperor."

Zhan Lan’s eyes widened as she looked at him, "I’ve never considered becoming an empress. I just wish for peace in the world, for my family to live safely and securely. I do not wish to fight any longer."

Mu Yan’s voice lowered, "But have you not noticed your reputation among the people of Nanjin? Last time, nearly the entire city rallied to plead for your life, and half of the officials petitioned for your innocence. He who has the hearts of the people, has the world. You may not realize it, but you are well-suited for that position."

Mu Yan’s eyes blazed as he looked at her, "One day, when Nanjin becomes powerful and no one dares to invade, I wish for peace in the world, for our children to live a life of ease and without worry."

A serious topic was made light with Mu Yan’s words, and Zhan Lan’s cheeks turned red. She said insincerely, "Who wants to have children with you..."

Mu Yan hooked his fingers around hers, "Not having them is an option too. Lan’er, I already possess the wealth of the world, and power is not what I covet. Before I met you, everything seemed lifeless. After meeting you, I want to protect you, to allow you to live a life without worry, without having to cater to anyone, without suffering any grievances. Therefore, I am willing to support you to the pinnacle of power. This time, it is my turn to don armor and take the field for you!"

Although he had spoken harshly in the presence of Emperor Xuanwu about ascending the throne directly, the position of emperor was not as important to him as his Lan’er.

More than power, he craved a peaceful home.

However, the four nations were engaged in a power struggle. Only by becoming the strongest could outside threats be minimized, ensuring the safety and peace of his Lan’er.

Zhan Lan saw the determination in his eyes, and ripples stirred within her heart. She had never thought about becoming an empress, but today that seed seemed to have been planted in her mind.

Mu Yan was right, only from the height of power could one have the choice of power.

She could protect anyone she wanted to.

Her family, friends, lover...

Mu Yan gently held her hand, looking into her eyes, "The old me wanted to rejuvenate the Zhongzhou nation, but now I only want to stay with you in Nanjin, to make Nanjin stronger, free of internal strife and external threats, for the citizens to live in peace, and for the land to remain unharmed, for us to never be apart for the rest of our lives."

His voice was gentle as he spoke into Zhan Lan’s ear, "Lan’er, I ask you one last time, if you are willing, I will help you seize this realm... and be your humble servant beneath your skirt."

Zhan Lan hesitated. At the moment of her rebirth, she only wished to overthrow the reign of the Si Family; it didn’t matter who became emperor, as long as it wasn’t someone from the Si Family. Then she witnessed the decayed courts and the suffering of the people. She helped them in her own way.

But these aids couldn’t solve the rooted decay of the Nanjin dynasty.

She had thought about helping Mu Yan ascend the throne; after all, he was a descendant of the Zhongzhou Imperial Family. He appeared to be a cunning and insidious minister, but through her own eyes, Zhan Lan saw his outward coldness and inner warmth. Through Liu Xi, she knew that Mu Yan had rescued unfairly treated ministers in the court, allowing them to enjoy their twilight years.

He was strong-handed, yet possessed a compassionate heart, both righteous and wicked, with an emperor’s magnanimity.

Unexpectedly, he did not want to be the emperor but wanted her to be the empress.

For the first time, Zhan Lan seriously considered the matter. If she wished, step by step, it wasn’t impossible.

He who has the hearts of the people, has the world. She already had all the advantages. But did she want to do it?

When she looked into Mu Yan’s eyes, she unexpectedly found herself saying, "Alright, this time, we will write history."

Mu Yan’s lips curved in a smile as he embraced her waist, whispering into her ear, "Starting from today, I will be your Regent King, and you will be my precious treasure. One day, the world will be yours, and so will I."

Zhan Lan’s cheeks flushed. Mu Yan whispered into her ear, "Mengmeng, the future is far away, but when shall we get married?"

"I’ll answer you after today’s court session," Zhan Lan responded in a whisper, leaning close to Mu Yan’s side.

After listening, Mu Yan gazed at her seriously, "Are you sure you want to do this?"

Zhan Lan nodded, "I’ve thought it through."

"I need to make a trip to the palace now," Mu Yan said softly.

Zhan Lan grabbed his hand, "Do you need me to accompany you?"

Mu Yan stroked her hair, "No need."

His slender figure disappeared into the night.

When she was left alone to calm down, she thought her grandfather, filled with loyal bones, would never agree with her rebelling against her own family to become empress.

She looked at Mu Yan’s gradually vanishing silhouette and said, "Mu Yan, this time, it’s my turn to help you!"

...

In the imperial palace, Mu Yan arrived at Emperor Xuanwu’s sleeping chamber.

Emperor Xuanwu lay still on the bed, having lost more weight over the recent days.

Mu Yan entered Emperor Xuanwu’s chamber through a secret passage, and Eunuch Li nodded, "Your Majesty, why come here so late at night?"

"Wake him up," Mu Yan looked toward Emperor Xuanwu on the bed.

"Yes!"

Eunuch Li made his way toward Emperor Xuanwu’s dragon bed.

His originally slightly bent back gradually straightened, and his eyes became suddenly sharp.

With his fingers together, Eunuch Li tapped powerfully on several acupoints on Emperor Xuanwu’s body, and Emperor Xuanwu slowly awoke.