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Looking at Mu Junqi who was still in a coma on the bed, it struck Mo Xiao Li that this was already the third time he had watched her like this. He couldn't help but feel guilty, reaching out to caress her cheek. Although her wounds had mostly healed, she still refused to wake up. Was she sulking with him?
At that moment, Mu Junqi suddenly furrowed her brows and murmured, "It hurts... it really hurts."
Mo Xiao Li immediately approached her and gently asked, "Where does it hurt?"
But the only response was silence. Just when he thought Mu Junqi was still unconscious, a very faint and weak voice came through, "Your Majesty..."
Seeing her awake, Mo Xiao Li felt a wave of relief wash over him. "You finally woke up. I thought you would sleep forever."
As soon as he finished speaking, Mu Junqi fully awakened and looked up at Mo Xiao Li. They both remained silent until after a long while, Mo Xiao Li could no longer hold back and asked, "Is there anywhere else that hurts?"
Mu Junqi simply shook her head, but this small gesture still made Mo Xiao Li feel heartache. After all, he had clearly heard her earlier murmur about the pain. Although he always understood that there was never a place for him in her heart, it was difficult for him to let go of his feelings for her.
"I hope you can tell me everything that happened that day. No matter what you say, I will believe you. This way, I can plead with the Empress Dowager," Mo Xiao Li suddenly said.
Mu Junqi was visibly taken aback, warmth flooding her heart. Regardless of whether his words were true or not, at that moment she truly felt grateful to the person before her. She smiled lightly and said, "Consort, thank you, Your Majesty." After a pause, she continued, "Actually, for Consort, I am very grateful to you after all these experiences. After all, every time I woke up from a coma, you were there by my side. However, our meeting was not at the right time."
Initially feeling some guilt towards her, Mo Xiao Li never expected her to say such a thing. He felt ecstatic inside but maintained a calm demeanor as he replied, "No matter how we met, just know that from now on you are mine for life." He then called out to Li Fusheng, who was waiting outside.
Li Fusheng entered with his head bowed and respectfully greeted the two before hearing Mo Xiao Li say, "Go to the Imperial Kitchen and prepare some light dishes to warm the stomach, then summon Xia Ziqian."
Li Fusheng complied and left. Once the bedroom returned to its original quietness, Mo Xiao Li suddenly took Mu Junqi's hand and said, "From now on, no matter what happens, you can speak freely."
Mu Junqi only smiled lightly and said nothing...
As the days passed, Mu Junqi had already recovered. The rumors in the palace grew more rampant, all discussing various matters about her, but Mu Junqi remained indifferent, merely responding with a calm smile.
Tonight was New Year's Eve. According to tradition, court officials and members of the royal family were required to attend the banquet. In fact, royal banquets had once been the time Mu Junqi looked forward to the most, as she had previously lived in the General's residence, where she was an uncherished Illegitimate Daughter and could only enjoy such delicacies during these occasions.
It might sound ridiculous that someone from the General's residence would care about such things, but that was how she felt. In the residence, her daily meals consisted of thin porridge and some vegetarian dishes, with meat being a rare sight.
The night arrived as expected. Despite the cold wind, it could not dampen the enthusiasm. The banquet was held at Yun Jin Palace, adorned with red lanterns everywhere. The dark night sky was illuminated as bright as day, and even before entering, the lively sounds from within could be heard.
Tonight, Mu Junqi wore a rose-red silk palace dress embroidered with several phoenixes poised to take flight. A white belt wrapped around her slender waist, and matching ribbons flowed behind her. Her hair was styled in a Lingyun bun by Ziyue, topped with a small phoenix crown and adorned with several pearl flowers that jingled as she walked, enhancing her delicate charm.
When Mo Xiao Li saw Mu Junqi, admiration shone in his eyes, drawing an angry glare from Consort Qian beside him. The matter from that day should have been dealt with; however, due to the approach of Year-End, the Empress Dowager had ordered it to be discussed after the festival, leaving it unresolved.
Tonight's moon hid behind thick clouds, casting a dim shadow over the sky, but this did not affect everyone's mood for welcoming the new year. They all watched the performances on stage with great interest.
Mu Junqi sat beside Mo Xiao Li, scanning the crowd for a familiar figure but was interrupted by Mo Xiao Li. "Empress, is it that the performance is not entertaining enough? What are you looking for so intently?"
Mu Junqi immediately turned to Mo Xiao Li. He looked different tonight; wearing a bright yellow dragon robe made him appear even more imposing. His regal demeanor made many concubines blush; if he did not already have someone in his heart, they might have lost theirs by now.
She gently returned his smile. "It's nothing; tonight's performance is quite splendid."
"Then why do you seem so listless?"
Just as Mu Junqi was about to respond, the Empress Dowager said to Mo Xiao Li, "My child, now that the world is at peace, I hope you can focus on having children, as this matter is quite urgent."
Mo Xiao Li glanced at Mu Junqi with a subtle look and then smiled, seemingly devoid of her usual coldness. To Mu Junqi, she even appeared a bit happy, prompting her to quickly lower her head.
However, Mo Xiao Li was not willing to let it go. She reached under the table to grab Mu Junqi's hand and softly said, "Mu Junqi, let's have a child?"
Mu Junqi stared blankly at Mo Xiao Li, momentarily forgetting to pull back her captured hand. "But... but..." After thinking for a long time, she didn't know what to say.
Although the Empress Dowager still held a grudge about previous matters, seeing the affectionate interaction between the two made her smile gently. Meanwhile, Consort Qian was vigorously rubbing her embroidered handkerchief, her gaze sharp and filled with hatred as if she wanted nothing more than to kill that woman right then and there.
Finally, Mu Junqi came back to her senses, the blush on her face still not faded. "Consort thinks it would be better to let things happen naturally," she said before lowering her head again.
Mo Xiao Li, however, laughed heartily without regard for her image, drawing the attention of those below. Then she whispered a few words in Mu Junqi's ear, causing the Empress's cheeks to flush once more.
For Mu Junqi, regardless of what she thought in her heart, discussing matters of intimacy still made her somewhat awkward. Yet looking at Mo Xiao Li's charming demeanor made blood rush to her head; she felt an urge to kiss those lips she had been longing for. After all, it was rare to see Mu Junqi looking shy, which only made it more amusing for Mo Xiao Li to tease her.
Thus, the banquet passed amid Mo Xiao Li's teasing and Mu Junqi's shyness. Everyone believed they were deeply in love, unaware of the truth that lay beneath.
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