Chapter 176 - Yis Lament (2/2)

Then he went to his mother's grave and promised to get revenge for her. He would have them all bow before him. He finally had his father's support and he could see the way forward. But he would not forget and he will ruin them all.

”Your highness.” A voice called, dragging Prince Yi back to his reality. Prince Yi looked up from his spot on the ground surrounded by empty jugs of wine, to see Tian Ji in front of him. He let out a breath and asked in a weary husky voice, ”What is it?”

”Young master Zhao is here to see you.” Tian Ji informed. Prince Yi immediately scowled. Zhao Chang was that woman's nephew...but unfortunately, a long time friend of his. Initially, Zhao Chang had been part of the Crown prince's circle but then he later distanced himself as it became clear that the Crown prince stood against the Empress and his family.

But still, Zhao Lan had maintained contact with Prince Yi and had become his only good friend. When he found out that damning truth, he tried to push away Zhao Chang then, but he always came back to him and even tried to placate him despite not knowing the reason for his change in attitude. He was simple and loyal. Prince Yi had never had anyone be so resilient for his cause before and so he could shun this friendship.

But right now, he felt that if he saw him, he might just kill him and he knew he would regret it. ”I don't want to see anyone right now.” Prince Yi said as he covered his face with a hand.

{...I'm tired...Nothing has gone my way, everything...always falls apart for me...He was born lucky and I was unlucky...}

Tian Ji quietly bowed and left Prince Yi alone to continue his brooding.

{...*Hmm...He's not exactly lucky...but I guess he's not unlucky...}

Prince Yi snorted, he did not even have the energy to be angry.

{...Again, you're here to speak up for him...as always...}

The Voice gave a long sigh.

{...*No, I'm here for you...Nothing works for you, because you are chasing after what's not for you...It's surprising you're fixating on him this much, I thought you would have -....Hmm, I guess he made quite the first impression then...He does have that stubborn face, coupled with an attitude that makes you want to punch him. I quite enjoyed that by the way, serves the stubborn brat right! Hehehe~...}

Prince Yi frowned.

{...*Don't worry, if he comes for payback in the future, I'll protect you...For now, how about leaving life here to travel and chase after enlightenment? Huh? This throne is useless, romance is overrated, not necessary, not necessary at all. Having to chase after someone and decode their feelings is tiring work...Life alone is great, I can do what I want when I want, how I want...most of the time...Forget that part, my point is alone is nice...and if you get lonely, you can find a baby and raise it, babies are adorable and wonderful...most of the time...}

Prince Yi sighed as he listened to the voice rambling, and then tiredly said out loud, ”What are you talking about?”

{...*Nothing! Anyway, stop fixating on him...You don't really want the throne, do you?... Forget it and we can go traveling. Oh! Yes, you can officially become my student? I don't accept students normally but I have taken a liking to you after all this time so I will make an exception, how about it? I can show you all the wonderful things this world has to offer an-... }

{...I am not going anywhere...}

Prince Yi took a big gulp from the wine, then he got up and smashed the jug and left the room.

{...And I am not fixating on anyone...}