The Legend of the Medical Concubine

Chapter 134 Nangong Yi's Inner Struggle

Nangong Yi stood on a high tower, the night wind with the coolness of early autumn gently brushed his face. His eyes passed through the palace walls and fell on the distant sky, where the stars twinkled, as if telling ancient legends. However, he did not have the leisure to appreciate this beautiful scenery, because he knew that soon, he would have to marry a woman he did not love.

He closed his eyes and took a deep breath, trying to calm the waves in his heart. Nangong Yi's heart was full of contradictions and struggles. He knew what this marriage meant to the Nangong family. The glory of the family and the expansion of power were the responsibilities he had to bear as the heir of the family. However, his heart was always concerned about another woman - Lin Ruoxue.

Lin Ruoxue's every smile and frown were deeply engraved in his heart. They had chased butterflies in the garden together, and discussed poetry in the study together. Those beautiful memories, like a picture scroll, slowly unfolded in his mind. However, the reality was cruel. Lin Ruoxue was born in a humble family, and her identity destined her to not become the daughter-in-law of the Nangong family.

Nangong Yi's heart was filled with guilt and helplessness. He knew that his choice would affect Lin Ruoxue's future. He sneaked out of the mansion countless times in the dead of night and came to Lin Ruoxue's window, just to see her from afar. Whenever he saw Lin Ruoxue's clear eyes, his heart would tremble involuntarily. How he wished he could spend the rest of his life with her, but reality did not allow him to do so.

He recalled the last time they met. It was a stormy night. He braved the heavy rain to come to Lin Ruoxue's home. He wanted to tell her that he was willing to give up everything just to be with her. However, when he saw Lin Ruoxue's haggard face, his heart softened instantly. He knew that if he really did this, Lin Ruoxue would be implicated by his decision, and her family would also suffer misfortune.

"Ruoxue, I..." Nangong Yi's voice was choked with sobs. Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Lin Ruoxue.

“Third Prince, stop talking. I understand.” Lin Ruoxue’s eyes were filled with tears, but she was smiling. “You are the heir of the Nangong family. You shoulder the responsibility of the family. I can’t be so selfish and let you give up everything for me.”

Nangong Yi's heart was filled with pain. He held Lin Ruoxue's hand tightly, and tears flashed in his eyes. He knew that this was the last time they would be so close to each other. Once he married Zhao Wan'er, the distance between them would become farther and farther.

"Ruoxue, I..." Nangong Yi's words were interrupted again. This time, Lin Ruoxue gently covered his mouth.

"Third Prince, don't say sorry, you did nothing wrong. I just hope that you can be happy." Lin Ruoxue's voice was soft but full of determination.

Nangong Yi's heart was filled with gratitude. He knew that Lin Ruoxue's words were his greatest support and encouragement. He hugged Lin Ruoxue tightly, as if he wanted to keep her warmth in his heart forever.

Since then, Nangong Yi never went to see Lin Ruoxue again. He put all his energy into family affairs. He tried to numb himself with busyness and let himself forget the unforgettable love. However, every time when it was late at night and he was alone facing the cold moonlight, an irrepressible sadness would always surge in his heart.

He knew that the woman he was about to marry, Zhao Wan'er, was also an innocent victim. Although she was born of noble birth, her fate was also beyond her control. Nangong Yi said to Zhao Wan'er silently in his heart: "Wan'er, although I can't give you love, I will give you respect and responsibility."

As the wedding date approaches, Nangong Yi feels more and more depressed. He knows that this wedding will be a turning point in his life, and he will have to give up his most sincere feelings to take on the responsibility of the family. He stands on the tower, looking at the distant starry sky, and prays silently in his heart: "May God bless this marriage and bring peace and prosperity to the Nangong family."

The night wind was still blowing, Nangong Yi's clothes fluttered in the wind, and his figure looked particularly lonely in the moonlight. He knew that his inner struggle would accompany him throughout his life, but he also understood that this was a burden he had to bear as the heir of the Nangong family. He took a deep breath, straightened his back, and prepared to meet the upcoming challenges.