The Prodigal Son

With a loud shout, Qin Yu quickly led Qi Dachui away.

However, when they ran a few feet, they saw that no one around them was moving and they were all staring at them in confusion.

Qin Yu was taken aback.

Was my voice drowned out by the sound of the fireworks?

Did no one hear that?

"What are you looking at! Run! There's an avalanche!"

Qin Yu unleashed another roar with his true energy, then suddenly turned back and rushed towards the Empress Dowager and Zhao Luan.

Bang!

Along the way, Qin Yu kicked a bewildered imperial guard, roaring with furious eyes, "What the hell are you standing there for? Quickly protect His Majesty and the Empress Dowager and get them out of here!"

The imperial guard was kicked to the ground by Qin Yu and lay there for a long time without getting up, just staring blankly at Qin Yu.

"idiot!"

Seeing the stunned crowd, Qin Yu cursed inwardly, charging towards Zhao Luan and the Empress Dowager while yelling at Qi Dachui, "Dachui, protect the Empress Dowager!"

"good!"

Qi Dachui roared and rushed towards the Empress Dowager.

At the same time, Qin Yu arrived before Zhao Luan, who was staring blankly. "Your Majesty, hurry! There's been an avalanche!"

Qin Yu was filled with anxiety. He yelled at Zhao Luan while grabbing her hand and pulling her away.

Two dark figures quickly emerged from the shadows and rushed straight at Qin Yu.

On the other side, Guo Yang also quickly stepped forward and stood in front of the Empress Dowager.

"Zheng..."

Only then did the surrounding guards snap out of their daze and draw their swords.

"Protect the Emperor!"

Yun Ying roared and suddenly drew her sword, charging forward.

Zhao Luan snapped out of her daze amidst the sounds of swords being drawn and immediately shouted, "Stop!"

Upon hearing Zhao Luan's voice, the two dark figures that had been lunging at Qin Yu immediately withdrew their attacks and stood on either side of Qin Yu, staring intently at him.

If Qin Yu makes even the slightest attempt to assassinate Zhao Luan, they will kill him without hesitation.

"Don't fucking look at me!"

Enraged, Qin Yu roared, "An avalanche! Quickly, protect His Majesty and the Empress Dowager and get out of here!"

As he spoke, Qin Yu tightened his grip on Zhao Luan's hand, trying to pull her away again.

Feeling the force coming from her hand, Zhao Luan suddenly realized what was happening.

This bastard is still holding my hand in front of this guy!

"Release him!"

Zhao Luan was filled with shame and indignation, and flung Qin Yu's hand away.

"It's a real avalanche! Run!"

Qin Yu was so anxious that he stamped his feet and tried to grab Zhao Luan's hand again.

But as soon as he moved, Gui Yi blocked his hand, and Gui Er grabbed his shoulder, making him unable to move.

"Are you fucking crazy?"

Enraged, Qin Yu abruptly turned and roared at Gui Er, "I told you to protect His Majesty's evacuation, why are you holding me down?"

"You little bastard, you want a beating, don't you?"

A fierce glint flashed in Gui Er's eyes, and he suddenly increased the force in his hand.

Qin Yu felt the pain and threw a punch at Gui Er in return.

Bang!

Gui Er immediately threw a punch to collide with it.

"hiss……"

Qin Yu's fist felt like it had hit steel, causing him to gasp in pain.

"stop!"

Zhao Luan felt a sharp pain and quickly stopped the two of them. Then, she glared at Qin Yu with eyes blazing with anger: "Are you a pig-brain? Are my Golden Armored Guards really that useless? They can't even choose a location for a temporary camp? Any random assassin could cause an avalanche on the mountain and bury me and the Empress Dowager here?"

Zhao Luan was so angry that her heart ached.

That bastard!

He thought the Imperial Guards wouldn't think of these things?

This is her trip with the Empress Dowager!

The location of the camp was carefully selected after repeated consideration!

Even if all the surrounding mountains were to experience an avalanche, it wouldn't bury them here!

"what?"

Hearing Zhao Luan's furious roar, Qin Yu suddenly froze.

Depend on!

So that's how it is...

Am I overthinking it?

"Okay, okay!"

The Empress Dowager shook her head and smiled at Zhao Luan, "Even in such a dangerous situation, Qin Yu didn't forget to protect you and me; his loyalty is truly commendable!"

Zhao Luan waved to Gui Yi and Gui Er, then glared at Qin Yu with wide eyes: "You call yourself a commander? Didn't you even check the location of the camp beforehand?"

"Ah...this..."

Qin Yu was extremely embarrassed. "I didn't know beforehand that the Empress Dowager was going to set off fireworks here, and I didn't pay much attention to the location of the camp..."

"I……"

Zhao Luan's pretty face stiffened, and she waved her hand, both amused and annoyed. "Considering your loyalty, I won't hold it against you! If you startle me again, I'll definitely give you a good beating!"

"Yes……"

Qin Yu forced a smile, gave Qi Dachui a wink, and quickly retreated.

"stop!"

The Empress Dowager suddenly called out to Qin Yu.

Qin Yu suddenly stopped, looking at the Empress Dowager with embarrassment, "Your Majesty, I was just now..."

"I understand!"

The Empress Dowager interrupted Qin Yu, "However, your outburst made me miss quite a few fireworks displays. You'll have to make it up to me double later!"

Well, it was a bit too noisy.

However, this child is indeed commendably loyal!

Having someone like this in your life gives you peace of mind!

"well!"

Qin Yuqian smiled and agreed, then quickly pulled Qi Dachui away.

Seeing Qin Yu's expression of wishing he could disappear into the ground, a hint of a smile flashed in Zhao Luan's eyes, and she kicked up a snowflake.

Turning her head, Zhao Luan's sharp gaze fell on Yun Ying. "All imperial guards, receive twenty strokes of the cane and have your salaries deducted for three months! You will have your salary deducted for a year!"

Did a misunderstanding cause them to lose their minds?

It was fortunate that Qin Yu wanted to save them, not assassinate the mother and daughter.

Otherwise, by the time these imperial guards came to their senses, they would all be dead!

"Your humble servant is ashamed!"

Yunying lowered her head in shame, grinding her teeth.

It's all Qin Yu's fault!

To be honest, they were somewhat wronged.

Qin Yu was a court attendant, just like her and Shangguan Youyi, someone who served the Emperor.

Qin Yu has lost count of how many times he has been alone with His Majesty!

Under normal circumstances, who would guard against Qin Yu?

However, this incident did serve as a wake-up call for them.

As imperial guards, they must never let their guard down.

Otherwise, if anything were to happen to His Majesty, their entire clan would be wiped out!

After experiencing a major social incident, Qin Yu and Qi Dachui hid in a corner, afraid of being noticed.

Unfortunately, he couldn't escape it at all.

Soon, Lü Si sidled up to Qin Yu and whispered, "You're such a sucker, aren't you? You're such a convincing flatterer!"

Son of a bitch!

They really know how to show loyalty!

So, there's a reason why this bastard is so popular!

"I'll play your grandma!"

Qin Yu snorted in annoyance and waved his hand impatiently, "Go away, don't disgust me!"

Lu Si pursed his lips but didn't leave. "Next time you're trying to flatter someone, be sure to include me in your sycophancy!"

"Get lost!"

Qin Yu lightly kicked Lü Si, feeling extremely frustrated.

I swear I wasn't acting!

Back then, who would think about all that?

Yu Jing glanced at the two of them secretly, feeling a pang of regret.

What a great opportunity that was!

Why didn't I realize it?

If I were to go and rescue the emperor as well, it would surely earn Zhao Luan's trust even more!

Ugh!

What a great opportunity!

Pity!

That bastard Qin Yu, he's quite the actor!

Fireworks continued to bloom in the night sky.

But Qin Yu's disruption caused everyone to miss a significant amount of time to enjoy the fireworks.

By the time they resumed watching the fireworks, they had quickly disappeared into the night sky, leaving everyone with a lingering sense of regret...