My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1175 Wonderful Idea
The sky in the capital suddenly became gloomy and covered with dark clouds, as if foreshadowing the coming storm. Zhou Xing stood in front of the window of the study, looking at the dark clouds gradually gathering outside the window, with a subtle anxiety flashing in his eyes. He knew that this storm was not only a sign of nature, but also a prelude to the undercurrents in the court.

At this moment, a man in a green gown hurried into the study. He was Zhou Xing's trusted adviser, Li Shen. Li Shen's face was solemn, and he held a secret report tightly in his hand: "Your Highness, there is urgent military information." His voice was low and urgent, revealing the seriousness of the situation.

Zhou Xing took the secret report and quickly scanned the contents on the paper. It turned out that a small-scale conflict had occurred again on the northern border. Although it had not yet evolved into a large-scale war, it was enough to attract attention from both inside and outside the court. What made Zhou Xing even more alert was that Ling Xue's name was mentioned in the report. She seemed to have some unknown actions in the border area.

The doubts in his heart were like boiling magma, making Zhou Xing's anger difficult to calm down. He began to wonder if Ling Xue's breaking off the engagement had any hidden reasons, and whether it was related to the border incident. Could it be that she had been planning something in secret? Once this idea took root, it could no longer be easily removed.

In the dead of night, Zhou Xing walked alone in the corridor, his footsteps echoing in the empty palace. His heart was filled with complex emotions: anger, doubt, and loss intertwined. He knew that he had to find out the truth as soon as possible, otherwise this undercurrent might push him into the abyss.

In the palace garden, hundreds of flowers are in full bloom, and the fragrance is overwhelming. But in this beautiful scenery, Zhou Xing's mood is as complicated as a tangled mess. He sat in the pavilion, playing with an exquisite jade pendant in his hand, which was the token of love with Ling Xue back then. Now it seems more like a symbol of a past that can never be turned back.

Just as Zhou Xing was lost in thought, a woman in a light and elegant dress slowly approached. She was one of the palace ladies, named Su Wan'er, and also Zhou Xing's confidant. Su Wan'er's arrival broke Zhou Xing's loneliness and silence. She asked softly, "My Lord, are you missing the past again?" Her voice was soft and concerned.

Zhou Xing raised his head and looked at Su Wan'er's sympathetic eyes. His defenses loosened a little. He gently put down the jade pendant in his hand and sighed: "Wan'er, do you also think that I am too obsessed with the past?" There was a hint of helplessness and confusion in his tone.

Su Wan'er sat opposite Zhou Xing and said softly, "Your Highness, people are all made of flesh and blood. How can you just let go? But you also know that some things can no longer be changed. Perhaps you should look forward and give yourself a chance to start over." Her words were gentle and powerful, like a warm current that warmed Zhou Xing's cold heart.

Zhou Xing listened to Su Wan'er's words silently, and the tangle in his heart gradually dissipated. He knew she was right, and he couldn't always live in the shadow of the past. But letting go does not mean forgetting, and the pain is still unforgettable. He needs time to heal his inner trauma, and he also needs courage to face the unknown future.

When the autumn wind blows, the leaves fall and the streets of the capital are filled with a bleak atmosphere. At this time of season change, Zhou Xing's mood is as difficult to calm down as the falling leaves. He received an anonymous letter, which revealed a shocking secret: the real reason why Ling Xue broke off the engagement was not as simple as he imagined.

The letter said that Ling Xue left him because she was forced to be involved in a political conspiracy. Her father, the Minister of Rites, was willing to sacrifice his daughter's happiness in exchange for his position and the safety of his family. This news was like a bolt from the blue for Zhou Xing, and his heart was filled with deep guilt and anger.

Zhou Xing immediately ordered a thorough investigation of the matter. He wanted to find out the truth behind it. As the investigation deepened, more and more evidence showed that the letter was true. Zhou Xing began to realize that he might have wronged Ling Xue, and her choice might have been out of helplessness and coercion.

By chance, Zhou Xing met Ling Xue in the garden of the imperial palace. When their eyes met, all the misunderstandings and resentments seemed to disappear at this moment. Zhou Xing walked forward and looked at Ling Xue deeply: "I was wrong." His voice was low and sincere.

Ling Xue's eyes were red and tears welled up in them: "I have my own difficulties too." She said softly, with a hint of sob in her voice.

The conversation between the two was brief and full of emotion, and their hearts were connected and understood at this moment. Zhou Xing finally understood that true love should not be based on misunderstanding and suspicion, but on trust and support. He reached out and gently wiped the tears from Ling Xue's cheeks: "Let's face the future together."

Ling Xue nodded and answered softly: "Yes, I am Ling Xue. May I ask who you are..."

"I am Zhou Xing, the prince of Yin." Zhou Xing introduced himself with wisdom shining in his eyes.

The two smiled at each other, as if they had known each other for a long time. From this moment on, their destinies were closely linked, and they wrote a legendary story together.

As Zhou Xing and Ling Xue met, the situation in the palace began to change. In the court, the powerful officials started a fierce struggle to gain more power and interests. As the crown prince, Zhou Xing naturally became the focus of everyone's attention.

One day, the atmosphere in the court was tense and the ministers were arguing. A powerful minister suddenly stood up and accused Zhou Xing of making a wrong decision, trying to undermine his prestige. Zhou Xing looked calm and did not refute immediately, but listened patiently to the other party's speech.

"What the lord said makes sense, but I think..." Zhou Xing spoke slowly. Although his voice was not loud, it was full of power and majesty. He clearly stated his point of view and refuted the other party's accusations one by one. The court officials listened attentively and nodded in agreement. The powerful official was speechless and had to retreat in disgrace.

After this storm, Zhou Xing's prestige in the court rose to a higher level. However, he also knew the cruelty and complexity of the power struggle and must always be vigilant.

At the same time, Ling Xue gradually adapted to the life of this era in the general's mansion. She was smart, diligent and studious, and soon won the praise of the people in the mansion. By chance, she learned about Zhou Xing's performance in the court, and she couldn't help but admire him.

"Your Highness the Crown Prince is truly wise and brave!" Ling Xue exclaimed, with admiration gleaming in her eyes.

At this moment, a maid ran over and reported a shocking news to Ling Xue: "Miss, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince invites you to attend the palace banquet tomorrow!"

Ling Xue was delighted when she heard this, but she also felt a little nervous. She knew that this would be a good opportunity for her to get in touch with Zhou Xing further, and also a stage for her to show herself in this era.

The day of the palace banquet finally arrived, and Ling Xue appeared at the banquet in a gorgeous dress. Her beauty and temperament immediately attracted everyone's attention, including Zhou Xing. The two smiled at each other, as if they had already understood each other tacitly.

At the banquet, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue sat side by side, chatting and laughing. They talked about their respective experiences and insights, and found that they had many similarities. As time went by, the feelings between the two gradually warmed up, and a subtle emotion quietly sprouted in their hearts. However, good times are always short-lived. A sudden coup plunged the entire court into chaos. A group of rebels rushed into the palace and attempted to assassinate Zhou Xing. At the critical moment, Ling Xue stepped forward and fought side by side with Zhou Xing, successfully repelling the rebels.

After this crisis, Zhou Xing's gratitude to Ling Xue was beyond words. He looked at Ling Xue deeply and said, "Thank you. If it weren't for you, I might have..."

Ling Xue smiled slightly and interrupted him: "Your Highness, you don't have to be polite. This is what I should do."

The relationship between the two has been sublimated in this crisis, and they have strengthened their trust and reliance on each other. However, they also know that the road ahead is still long and there are many unknown challenges waiting for them to face.

As the coup d'état subsided, the power structure in the court also changed dramatically. Some loyal ministers began to re-examine their positions, while some ambitious and powerful officials took the opportunity to rise. Zhou Xing knew that in order to consolidate his position, he must make a wise choice.

In a turbulent era, Zhou Xing, as the regent of the dynasty, held great power and was feared by all. He was ruthless and decisive, and everyone in the court and the country was in awe of him. However, a sudden illness temporarily paralyzed him in bed, and his power was lost.

At this critical moment, Ling Xue, the daughter of the Minister of Rites, broke off the engagement because she disliked his physical disability. This news was like a bolt from the blue, filling Zhou Xing's heart with anger and resentment. He vowed to regain his dignity and power, and at the same time make the woman who had abandoned him pay the price.

Zhou Xing spent long and painful years on his sickbed. Every day he thought about how to regain power and how to make those who betrayed him pay the price they deserved. He used his wisdom and resources, secretly made some loyal subordinates and friends, and began to plan a shocking revenge plan.

In the process, he also constantly exercised his body and will, and worked hard to restore his health. He knew that only when he became stronger could he have enough capital to achieve his goals.

As time went by, Zhou Xing's power grew, and he began to secretly collect evidence and intelligence, preparing to strike back against those who had betrayed him. His actions were quiet but extremely efficient, and he soon had enough information to deal with his political enemies.

At the same time, he also sent people to secretly monitor Ling Xue's movements and understand her every move. He found that although Ling Xue seemed to be in a prosperous situation on the surface, she was full of loneliness and anxiety in her heart. This made Zhou Xing more determined to take revenge.

After a long period of preparation and planning, Zhou Xing finally found a perfect opportunity to launch an attack. He first used the intelligence in his hands to expose the crimes of several political enemies, making them lose face in the court; then he used the power he cultivated to quickly control the situation and regain power.

During this process, Zhou Xing showed amazing wisdom and courage, which made everyone look at him with new eyes. His revenge plan was also a complete success, and those who had betrayed him received the punishment they deserved.

However, when everything was settled, Zhou Xing did not feel the expected satisfaction. He began to reflect on whether his behavior was correct and reasonable, and whether it was really worth paying such a high price for a moment of hatred.

At this moment, Ling Xue suddenly appeared in front of him. She apologized to Zhou Xing and expressed her regret, hoping to get his forgiveness. Zhou Xing looked at the woman who had made him so miserable, and the hatred in his heart gradually dissipated.

He realized that a truly strong person does not prove his worth by taking revenge on others, but by letting go of past grudges and hatreds and facing the future with a broader mind. So he chose to forgive Ling Xue and accepted her apology. The love-hate relationship between the two came to an end.

After this turmoil, Zhou Xing became more mature and stable. He understood that power and status were not everything in life, and what really mattered was inner peace and happiness. He began to rectify the government and improve people's livelihood, making great contributions to the prosperity and stability of the country.

At the same time, he actively sought exchanges and cooperation with other countries to promote the development and progress of the entire country. Under his leadership, the country gradually moved towards prosperity and became one of the most powerful countries in the world at that time.

At a conspiracy meeting, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue discussed countermeasures. They decided to unite some loyal ministers to fight against those powerful ministers who attempted to usurp the throne. At the same time, they also realized that in order to truly grasp power, they must have a strong military force as a backing.

As a result, Zhou Xing began to secretly train an elite force, while Ling Xue used her influence in the General's Mansion to provide a large amount of resources and support for the force. The close cooperation between the two gave them a favorable position in the court struggle.

However, just as they were about to win, a greater challenge was placed before them. A neighboring country suddenly launched an aggressive war, attempting to annex Yin's land and wealth. Faced with the invasion of foreign enemies, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue had to temporarily put aside their internal disputes and join forces to resist the foreign enemies.

On the battlefield, Zhou Xing personally commanded the battle, bravely and fearlessly, while Ling Xue led the cavalry to charge and break through the enemy lines. Their heroic performance greatly boosted morale, and they finally successfully repelled the enemy's attack.

This victory not only greatly increased Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's prestige among the people, but also made their position in the court more stable. However, they also knew that this was only a temporary calm, and there would be more challenges waiting for them in the future.

After a series of struggles and efforts, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue finally took control of the Yin Kingdom. They began to reform the political system, strengthen the military, and promote the development and prosperity of the country. Under their leadership, the Yin Kingdom gradually became strong.

In the palace, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue stood side by side, looking at the mountains and rivers in the distance. Their hearts were filled with expectations and longings for the future.

"Let's work together for the future of this country." Zhou Xing said, holding Ling Xue's hand tightly.