The transmigrated wife is crazy and ruthless.

Chapter 347 Jinyang Lanterns

After dealing with Zhao Yaohua and Xiao Yuan, the group returned to Jinyang City with mixed feelings.

The east wind is strong, and the sparks are blazing.

The victory in the Battle of Luzhou and the execution of the treacherous ministers made Li Cunxu's prestige soar.

Furthermore, with Zhu Wen's threat to the military governors of various regions in the Central Plains becoming increasingly serious, various forces united.

They jointly elected Li Cunxu as their leader in order to counter Zhu Wen, their powerful enemy.

In the stillness of the night, Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan gathered in the study. The flickering candlelight illuminated their slightly tired yet determined faces.

The two are discussing their next steps.

Qi Yuxuan spoke first, his voice tinged with hesitation:

"Twilight Sparkle, perhaps we should consider returning to the modern world. We've done everything we could here."

Xu, who was still in power, gradually gained a foothold. Although Zhu Wen remained a formidable enemy, he had gathered many capable ministers and fierce generals around him, enough to handle the situation ahead.

Qiu Ziyue lowered her head and pondered for a moment, then said softly:

“I promised Cunxu that I would wait another three years. My godfather treated me like his own son, and I have a duty to repay him.”

"If it weren't for your godfather persuading you to cancel those three conditions back then, who knows how he might have tortured me to death?"

"What are your conditions, my wife?"

Qi Yuxuan was puzzled.

"Have you forgotten that I walked barefoot on a fiery road, rolled on a bed of nails in a single garment, and was dragged around Yangzhou City three times by galloping horses? What were you thinking back then? Did you really want to kill me?"

Qiu Ziyue was furious.

Qi Yuxuan was embarrassed:

"Ah, back then, I just wanted to scare you off and make you cancel the bet. I wasn't that malicious."

Qiu Ziyue was furious:

"You even said that you don't love me, fine, but it's all Tao Ling'er's fault for her last wish, which put me in such a passive position. It makes me so angry."

Qi Yuxuan quickly coaxed:

"My wife, don't be angry. I was wrong at first, okay? But later I fell in love with you. We should thank Tao Ling'er, shouldn't we?"

Qiu Ziyue pouted and said:

"You still say that I'm stupid for sacrificing myself for some stupid dying wish? You used to bully me all the time, it makes me angry just thinking about it."

Qi Yuxuan frowned, his tone slightly urgent:

"I really didn't expect you to be so good back then. It was my fault. But now, have you fallen in love with Li Cunxu? We've already helped him enough."

Qiu Ziyue shook her head, her expression calm yet firm:

"Yu Xuan, I just want to fulfill my promise to my godfather."

I have no other intentions than to see him truly become strong and no longer be controlled by others. After we find the treasure, let's leave, okay?

Qi Yuxuan was silent for a moment, then sighed:

“My lady, we have all done our best. Xu has now gained a foothold and we can hand over the treasure map to him.”

Wouldn't it be better to return to the present immediately? Why continue taking risks?

However, Qiu Ziyue had already made up her mind that she would wait until she found the treasure before leaving.

Seeing her insistence, Qi Yuxuan was a little angry, but he didn't say anything more.

At this moment, Qiu Langyu and Leng Feng arrived after hearing their argument, expressed their willingness to help find the treasure, and then quickly left.

After thinking it over, Qi Yuxuan felt it was feasible and agreed.

After they made their decision, Qiu Ziyue carefully handed the treasure map to Qiu Langyu and gave him some instructions:

"Be extremely careful on this journey. There are countless dangers lurking within the Copper Mountain. If anything goes wrong, return to Jinyang City immediately and do not venture further in rashly."

Qiu Langyu accepted the treasure map and nodded solemnly:

"Don't worry, junior sister, I will lead everyone back safely."

Subsequently, Zhao Wanqing and others joined the team, preparing to travel together to Tongshan in Yangzhou to search for treasure.

When the news reached Li Cunxu, he seemed somewhat hesitant.

He was afraid that Qiu Ziyue, Qi Yuxuan, and the others would immediately travel back to the modern era, and he felt extremely reluctant to lose them.

Therefore, Li Cunxu summoned Qiu Ziyue, pondered for a moment, and then slowly spoke:

"Ziyue, could you stay in Jinyang City for the time being to assist me with government affairs?"

As for the treasure hunt, General Qi can lead the others to explore Tongshan in Yangzhou.

Qiu Ziyue was slightly taken aback, but then she understood Li Cunxu's concerns.

She smiled gently:

"Is the Prince of Jin worried that we will leave? If that's the case..."

"Then I'll stay here for now. We'll leave immediately after my senior brothers find the treasure for you, okay?"

After hearing this, Qi Yuxuan firmly stated his position:

"Twilight Sparkle, I once promised to live and die with you. No matter what, I will never leave your side."

Leng Feng also stated that Qiu Ziyue was his master, and he would stay in Jinyang City to protect her.

Qiu Ziyue nodded upon hearing this:

"In that case, let's settle on this."

The following morning, Li Cunxu personally hosted a farewell banquet for Qiu Langyu, Zhao Wanqing, and their entourage.

During the banquet, toasts were exchanged and the atmosphere was lively.

Qiu Langyu, Zhao Wanqing, and others were all ready to go and embarked on an unknown journey to Tongshan, Yangzhou.

Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan remained in Jinyang City to help Li Cunxu with government affairs.

Before we knew it, it was already August 15th.

The city of Jinyang was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and the festive atmosphere was everywhere.

This day was not only the brightest Mid-Autumn Festival night of the year, but also the day when Li Cunxu, as the leader of the alliance, received the congratulations of the various military governors.

As night falls, the magnificent scene of Jinyang City is bathed in golden light, with lanterns illuminating the streets and alleys.

The giant palace lanterns hanging high above the city gate towers resembled stars fallen to earth, illuminating the streets with dazzling brilliance.

Various kinds of lanterns adorn the area:

It features both magnificent designs of dragons and phoenixes symbolizing good fortune and dynamic designs of carp leaping over the dragon gate.

There are also exquisite patterns of blooming lotus flowers and fluttering butterflies; each cup embodies the ingenuity and wisdom of the craftsmen.

Street vendors displayed a dazzling array of goods, from sweet and delicious mooncakes to exquisite handmade ornaments.

All of them attract people's attention.

Children ran and played, carrying small paper lanterns, their laughter echoing in the air;

The elderly gathered in small groups to chat and enjoy this rare peace and joy.

The most eye-catching feature is the "Laurel Wonderland" themed lantern exhibition in the central square.

A giant moon lantern, several meters high, hangs in mid-air, surrounded by silvery cloud lanterns and twinkling star lanterns.

The Jade Rabbit pounding medicine in the Moon Palace is so lifelike, and the fairy Chang'e dancing gracefully, as if bringing people into a dreamlike world.

Crowds gathered to admire this spectacle, their exclamations of wonder rising and falling.

As the newly appointed leader of the alliance, Li Cunxu's fame spread far and wide with the tributes presented by the regional military governors.

Military governors from various regions dispatched envoys to Jinyang City to present gifts.

The gifts they brought were numerous and varied, showcasing the cultural characteristics of their respective regions.

Youzhou sent a sable cloak made of precious fur as a symbol of respect for the leader of the alliance.

Bianliang presented a batch of precious porcelain as tribute, with a glaze as warm and lustrous as jade, which can be called art treasures.

Xuzhou contributed several pure white steeds. These strong and powerful warhorses will undoubtedly become an important asset to Li Cunxu's army.

Yangzhou brought a batch of exquisitely carved jade screens, with extremely complex craftsmanship that was truly breathtaking.

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Li Cunxu, dressed in magnificent robes, sat upright on the throne, his face calm and dignified.

He thanked each of the envoys for their arrival and promised to unite all forces with integrity to jointly resist the threat of Zhu Wen.

His words were powerful and resonant, allowing everyone present to feel the young leader's great talent and ambition.

As night deepened, the celebrations in Jinyang reached their climax.

A melodious huqin tune pierced the night sky, followed by deafening firecrackers and the sound of fireworks exploding.

Colorful fireworks exploded in the sky, like stars falling, decorating the entire city in a dreamlike way.

The song and dance performances in the square were also wonderful.

The dancers, dressed in light gauze skirts, danced gracefully to the music, like fairies descending to earth;

The musicians played the pipa with a clear and melodious sound, accompanied by the exciting rhythm of the drums, which stirred the hearts of the audience.

Standing in the crowd, Qiu Ziyue looked at everything before her and couldn't help but feel deeply moved.

As the nominal Princess Consort of Jin, she was forced to sit in a high position alongside Li Cunxu.

She was dressed in the princess's magnificent attire and watched the lively scene together.

Qi Yuxuan and Leng Feng sat together as generals, military governors, and important officials from various regions.

"This sight truly makes me feel gratified."

Although we live in chaotic times, seeing the people enjoy such a happy moment makes it all worthwhile.

She whispered to Li Cunxu.

Li Cunxu nodded and smiled, but a hint of worry appeared in his eyes:

"I just hope this prosperity can last."

Zhu Wen won't let us off easily; the days ahead will likely be even more difficult.

Qiu Ziyue looked up at the bright moon in the sky and whispered in response:

"As long as you have a compassionate heart that cares for the world, you will definitely find a way to resist Zhu Wen."

Before he finished speaking, another round of cheers erupted as a new batch of fireworks soared into the sky.

Just then, an announcement was made:

"The Khitan princesses Yelü Zhigu and Shulü Mingyao, and the Khitan prince Shulü Minglie paid homage to the emperor."

To be continued in the next chapter!