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Xia Ziqian's steps came to a halt at those words, and he turned stiffly to look at Mu Junqi. Feeling distressed and wanting to comfort her, he suddenly heard Li Fusheng's sharp voice coming from behind, "The Emperor has arrived."
Everyone then turned and hurriedly knelt to pay their respects. Xia Ziqian merely lowered his head; he could sense the anger radiating from those around him, but wasn't all of this because of him?
At that moment, Mu Junqi finally stopped crying, collapsing weakly to the ground. Her eyes were red, and the makeup on her face had smudged due to her tears. Mo Xiao Li stepped forward with a smile, helping Mu Junqi up while saying, "What's with this appearance? You've turned into a little raccoon." He chuckled lightly and reached out to wipe the tear stains from her face.
Mu Junqi sobbed, unsure of what to say, standing silently to the side. Mo Xiao Li then turned to Xia Ziqian and said in a deep voice, "Minister Xia, you may leave." After saying this, he took Mu Junqi's waist and walked forward.
"I have always kept Mur's matter in my heart. Trust me," Mo Xiao Li said gently as he embraced her.
Mu Junqi merely nodded lightly, obediently following him into Jingxian Palace.
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Spring quietly arrived, bringing life to the vast palace. However, Jingxian Palace remained eerily silent. Ever since Mur's disappearance, Mu Junqi had not smiled again, spending her days sitting by the window in the palace waiting. Mo Xiao Li watched this unfold but felt powerless, unsure of how to tell her that Mur was already dead.
One day, after finishing court duties, Mo Xiao Li went directly to Jingxian Palace. Upon entering, he saw Mu Junqi sitting there in a daze as usual. Despite the pain in his heart, he approached with a smile and gently said, "Today at Yun Nuan Pavilion they set up a stage for a play. If the Empress has nothing else to do, would you accompany me to watch?"
Mu Junqi looked up at Mo Xiao Li. Although they had been together for several months now, she still couldn't accept him in her heart. Coupled with Mur's situation, she had no energy left. However, he was the Emperor; even if it was not for herself, she had to consider those from the General's residence. Even if it was a request, it was an order she could not refuse.
Thinking this over, she slightly nodded and then stood up respectfully saying, "Your Majesty, the Consort needs to change clothes; I will be ready shortly." With that, she walked into her bedroom, with Ziyue following her to assist.
Inside Yun Nuan Pavilion
Although it was springtime, there was still a bit of chill in the air. Therefore, Mo Xiao Li ordered several heaters to be lit inside Yun Nuan Pavilion. As soon as he stepped in, he felt warm and cozy. This pavilion was usually used for leisure within the palace and was designed differently from other palaces; it was surrounded by the Imperial Forest Army for the protection of its mistress.
Accompanying Mo Xiao Li into Yun Nuan Pavilion, they immediately saw everyone from the harem gathered there. Just as she was about to turn and leave, someone beside her grabbed her arm and said, "Since you're here, you should go in. As the Empress, how can you show fear in front of the concubines?" With that, he pulled her inside without hesitation.
As soon as they entered, everyone noticed the two of them and quickly stood up to pay their respects. Once everything was settled, Mo Xiao Li handed a menu to Mu Junqi and said indulgently, "Empress, choose whatever you like to hear." The people below looked at Mu Junqi with anger, but due to Mo Xiao Li's presence, they could only glare secretly.
Mu Junqi smiled bitterly in her heart as she opened the menu and looked at the various performances. Suddenly, she recalled the times when she used to sneak out with Mur from the General's residence to listen to those performances. She had heard that the Long Sleeves Dancing troupe had particularly beautiful music, but she had never had the chance to hear it until now. However, the person beside her was no longer there.
Mo Xiao Li noticed Mu Junqi's discomfort and disregarding everyone's gazes, he pulled her into his embrace and softly said, "Cheer up a bit. If you really don't want to watch, I can accompany you back." With that, he pretended to pull her up.
Even though Mu Junqi wanted to leave, if she really left with him today, it would be even harder for her in the palace in the future. She forced a smile and pointed at "Begonia Tears" on the menu. "Let's go with this one."
The head of the troupe immediately bowed respectfully and turned to leave upon hearing this. Mo Xiao Li smiled at Mu Junqi but said nothing more, feeling helpless that all of this was merely due to his identity.
At that moment, Consort Qian sitting beside them glared at everything happening here, clenching her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her flesh without her realizing it. Behind her, Pear sensed her anger and could only glare at Mu Junqi with shared resentment.
Just as the performance was reaching its peak, Li Fusheng bent down and approached Mo Xiao Li with a somewhat grim expression. He whispered a few words in his ear. Mo Xiao Li's face changed dramatically as he glanced at Mu Junqi. Seeing her looking at him, he finally spoke up: "I have something to attend to; I must leave." With that, he stood up to go.
Instantly, all sounds ceased as everyone knelt down in unison and called out, "We respectfully send off Your Majesty."
Once Ling Hancheng left, Yun Nuan Pavilion began to stir. Although those on stage continued singing, the concubines below laughed openly now that Mo Xiao Li was absent. Consort Qian even walked over to Mu Junqi with a charming smile that was both enchanting and beautiful; unfortunately, Mu Junqi had no intention of acknowledging her.
Consort Qian wasn't angry; instead, she continued smiling and said, "Empress, you seem to be in a good mood today. Those who don't know might think there is no Empress in this harem! It's truly rare to see you." With that, she covered her mouth with a silk handkerchief and laughed lightly. Soon after, other concubines joined in laughter.
Mu Junqi remained unfazed by this and stared expressionlessly at the performance on stage. The intense feeling of being ignored caused Consort Qian's anger to rise. She reached out as if to strike but was caught off guard when Mu Junqi seized her arm first and said sternly: "Consort Qian, what are you trying to do? Do you know where this is? Do you believe This Palace will report everything to the Emperor?" With that, she forcefully shook off Consort Qian's arm.
Consort Qian smiled instead of getting angry, "I didn't expect the Empress to have found a backer now, daring to use the Emperor to pressure me. I'm really so scared," she said before laughing recklessly. Ziyue stood by, unsure of what to do, only looking at Mu Junqi with concern.
However, Mu Junqi maintained a blank expression throughout, as if everything was merely a performance on stage and had nothing to do with her. But Consort Qian and the others did not think so. With an unexpected outcome, Consort Qian was thoroughly enraged; her originally beautiful face twisted into a somewhat ferocious look. Perhaps the term "venomous beauty" was meant for someone like her.
At that moment, Ziyue stepped forward, bowed to everyone, and respectfully said to Consort Qian, "I ask Consort Qian to be cautious. If anything happens to the Empress, none of us here will escape death. Therefore, I sincerely request Consort Qian not to trouble the Empress."
Consort Qian looked at Ziyue with amusement for a long time before saying, "This loyal servant dares to threaten This Palace? Do you not wish to live?" After finishing her words, her gaze turned sharp as she looked at Pear and commanded, "Take her away."
"I would like to see who dares!" Mu Junqi suddenly stood up and shouted lowly, shocking everyone as they turned to look at her...
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