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Finally, the two of them lingered in bed for a while before getting dressed. At that moment, a respectful voice came from outside the room, "Your Majesty, I have found the hiding place of that group."
Hearing this, Mo Xiao Li walked over and opened the door. He saw Zuo Yunqing slightly bowing at the entrance and furrowed his brows as he asked, "What happened? Please explain in detail."
"Replying to Your Majesty, I followed them all the way and found their hiding place in a nearby village. There aren't many people, but it's clear that each of them possesses remarkable skills. However, I am puzzled because those individuals do not seem to be from Xuanjian City; they appear to have gathered here from various places. What remains unclear is who brought them together."
Upon hearing this, Mo Xiao Li continued to inquire, "So you mean there must be someone in this city who wants to use them to eliminate the Empress? But that doesn't make sense; after all, the Empress has always treated others kindly and wouldn't offend anyone. Who do you think would do such a thing?"
Zuo Yunqing pondered for a moment before responding, "Your Majesty, perhaps you think that assassinating the Empress doesn't require so many people. However, you must know that there are quite a few guards around the Empress. Therefore, more skilled individuals would indeed be necessary to carry out such a plan. This gives us a general idea of the range of suspects."
"What kind of range?"
"Harem Consorts," Zuo Yunqing succinctly stated as he looked at him.
At this point, Mo Xiao Li understood. If the target was Mu Junqi, it seemed unlikely that anyone other than those in the harem would want to do this.
With this thought in mind, Mo Xiao Li said to Zuo Yunqing, "Since we have a general idea now, send someone to investigate this matter thoroughly, especially among the harem consorts. Investigate each one carefully and don't overlook any suspicious individuals. Understood?"
"I understand, Your Majesty," Zuo Yunqing replied before turning to leave.
Watching him go, Mo Xiao Li turned back to enter the room but was startled to see Mu Junqi standing behind him. She looked at him and said, "Are these people targeting me? What have I done wrong to deserve this?" As she spoke, tears began to flow down her cheeks.
Seeing her cry made his heart ache as well. He stepped forward and embraced her tightly, saying, "This is not your fault at all. I will protect you well this time. How about you return to the palace with me today?"
When she heard the words "Return to the Palace," an inexplicable fear washed over her. She was unsure how to face the people in the harem, afraid that her child would forget her appearance, worried that they would take advantage of her and frame her for something, and most of all, terrified that he would not believe her when such things happened.
All these reasons made her hesitate as she stood there, unsure how to respond to Mo Xiao Li's words, her mind wandering with chaotic thoughts.
At that moment, Mo Xiao Li looked at Mu Junqi and said, "Perhaps you have some doubts in your heart right now, but I will never harm you. Trust me; this time, you can really try to believe everything I say, and I will also believe everything you tell me."
Seeing Mo Xiao Li like this, Mu Junqi's heart began to waver again. She knew that if she continued to resist, it might put him in a difficult position. She could only nod and say, "Then I will go back with you."
Upon hearing this, Mo Xiao Li was overjoyed. He picked her up and said happily, "I have finally brought you back to my side."
Meanwhile, the palace was in chaos. Not long ago, Mo Xiao Li had sent Li Fusheng back with a message stating that he had conferred the title of Empress to a woman and that a ceremony would be held soon. This left everyone stunned; no one had expected such an outcome. However, a few individuals had different thoughts.
When Consort Xi heard that the Emperor had reinstated an Empress, she felt puzzled and couldn't figure out who it could be. Just then, Yun Ruo walked in from outside, dismissed everyone else, and whispered, "I just found out that the Emperor left the palace for Mu Junqi. She was brought here by Nanyang's Wise King and is currently at an inn."
This news was undoubtedly earth-shattering. She never dreamed it would turn out this way; she had clearly seen Mu Junqi buried and now she stood alive before everyone. It seemed impossible, but looking at Yun Ruo, she knew she wouldn't lie and thus understood the reason behind the Emperor's sudden decree to reinstate an Empress.
However, being a clever woman, she realized that if she lost her temper at this moment, she would lose a lot. So she could only suppress her anger and hatred as much as possible. Yun Ruo tried to comfort her from the side, but the anger kept bubbling up inside her; she could only grip the silk handkerchief tightly.
At that moment, a sharp voice from outside suddenly announced, "Consort Qian has arrived—"
Since Consort Qian had been promoted by Mo Xiao Li from Zhao Yi to one of the four consorts again, everyone in the harem understood not to underestimate her. Therefore, Consort Xi also recognized Consort Qian's importance.
She forced herself to put on a smile. Soon after, Consort Qian entered wearing a lake-blue palace gown with Peach following behind her. The two walked in and merely nodded slightly while saying, "Sister greets you."
"Ah, how can This Palace accept such a grand gift from you? After all, you were the first to marry into the palace. I wonder what Consort Qian's purpose is for coming here, as This Palace is feeling a bit unwell," Consort Xi said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Consort Qian chuckled and sat down on a nearby chair before saying, "I assume Consort Xi already knows that the Emperor has taken another woman as his consort. Aren't you angry about that?"
When Consort Xi heard this, she seemed to find it amusing and quickly replied, "That's the Emperor's decision. As long as His Majesty is happy, how can we concubines have any objections?"
"You're truly knowledgeable and reasonable, sister. No wonder both the Emperor and the Empress Dowager dote on you so much. I must learn from you in the future," Consort Qian said with a laugh.
Consort Xi merely looked at her, unsure of what to say, so she smiled at her instead. After a moment, she heard Consort Qian continue, "But I've heard that this Empress is quite extraordinary since the Emperor has personally gone to seek her out."
Inside, Consort Xi felt some disdain for Consort Qian, but she couldn't express it outwardly. She could only say, "Of course, who among us can match his charm?"
Consort Qian just smiled and remained silent...
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