If others could influence Ran Qing's nature, she would not have insisted on marrying Xia Geng in the first place. But it was precisely because of Ran Qing's stubbornness that Xia Geng had the courage to break off his engagement with his fiancée, resulting in the enviable couple now admired throughout the Capital city.
Ran Qing's decisions could not be changed by others, and on that day, she donned court attire and entered the palace to meet with Your Majesty.
As expected, as soon as Your Majesty learned Ran Qing was aware of the situation, he immediately opposed her leaving the borders to rescue her husband.
However, Ran Qing didn't care about imperial commands. If they were effective, would she need to take action herself?
The Old Emperor was so enraged that he nearly spat blood. He considered secretly sending trusted aides to protect her, but realized those believed to be trustworthy might also serve others, so he reluctantly gave up.
