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Mo Xier whispered softly, her appearance after surviving a calamity made Night Star shake his head slightly. Her voice was so low that only he could hear it. He quickened his pace and wrapped his arms around her waist, giving her strength without her realizing it.
He said gently, "Don't be afraid, I'm here."
His comforting words seemed to echo in her mind since she entered the palace; she had heard him say this repeatedly. She had to admit that such words undoubtedly gave her a lot of courage.
The so-called Liuli Hall was built with the finest imported glass from Persia, a rare sight in the world, and only the royal family had the resources to create such a luxurious palace.
At the entrance stood two marble-carved Qilin statues, and everywhere one looked was exquisite craftsmanship that left people in awe.
As they moved further inside, every ten steps there was a pillar inlaid with dragon patterns, supporting the entire roof of Liuli Hall. The Ancients revered the number nine, and each pillar was intricately carved with nine lifelike auspicious dragons.
If one stared at them for long enough, it seemed as if the dragons would soar into the sky at any moment, showcasing the remarkable skills of the craftsmen!
Looking up at the ceiling, dazzling glass tiles covered the entire roof like a rainbow, reflecting a mysterious aura under the flickering candlelight.
With the emperor's entrance, all the ministers present stood up and bowed respectfully. Similar to modern times, after a speech from the highest-ranking official, the banquet began. Dancers entered, and beautiful melodies filled the air; for a moment, Liuli Hall was bustling with excitement.
However, no dancer could compare to a woman's captivating beauty. As she followed Night Star into the hall today, she had already attracted most people's attention.
Her outfit today was the most eye-catching at the banquet, combined with her striking looks; it was difficult for her to pretend to be an ordinary person.
She slightly lowered her head, feeling somewhat unsteady and hesitant to step forward. Night Star immediately noticed her timidity and gently said, "Didn't I tell you not to be afraid? Be more confident; don't you realize how charming you are tonight?"
Following his words, she slowly lifted her gaze and met his burning eyes. Encouraged by him, her lips gradually curled into a smile, exuding both allure and youthful charm.
The smile lit up the atmosphere, immediately sparking discussions among everyone present about the woman who had entered behind the Night General.
In Kyoto, everyone knew that the Night General was not fond of women; not only could women not approach him, but even female animals were kept at a distance. Now, he had actually brought a woman in! Wasn't that the most extraordinary thing in the world?
Seated comfortably, the woman lowered her gaze to her fair wrist, lost in thought.
"Why hasn't the Empress Dowager come?" The Emperor noticed the absence of the Empress Dowager from the main seat as soon as he entered.
Little Li helped him sit down and replied, "Someone from the Empress Dowager's side sent word that she is feeling unwell and thought it would be fine to rest since you are here. She went to bed early."
"What is wrong with the Empress Dowager?" Upon hearing that his mother was ill, the Emperor immediately grew concerned.
"It seems her headache has flared up again. She tends to suffer from headaches at this time; it's an old ailment."
Li Ye's brow furrowed even more tightly. "Hasn't she seen a physician?"
"She has already been examined by a physician, who said there is nothing serious; she just needs to rest well."
His gaze suddenly fell on Mo Xier, who was quietly looking down. An idea struck him, and he said, "You should ask Miss Mo when she is available. She can treat the Plague and must have a way to help with the Empress Dowager's headache."
Little Li quickly agreed, "Your Majesty, you are indeed insightful. I will go ask Miss Mo right away."
Feeling the Emperor's gaze upon her, she instinctively smiled and nodded, similar to how modern leaders greet each other.
"Miss Mo, the Emperor would like me to ask when you are free to come back to the palace?" Little Li asked without waiting for further instructions from the Emperor.
Upon hearing this question, both she and Night Star were taken aback. She was just an ordinary person; if she hadn't gone to Gaochang to treat the Plague, she would never have had the chance to enter the palace, let alone meet the Emperor!
"I wonder what Grandfather wants?"
Little Li smiled broadly, "The Emperor wishes to invite Miss Mo to take a look at the Empress Dowager. The Empress Dowager has been suffering from headaches, and our Emperor, being a filial son, is quite concerned. If the young lady can truly cure her, wouldn't there be plenty of Wealth and Glory in the future?"
The smile on the woman's face became somewhat stiff, barely visible in the flickering candlelight.
Little Li gave her a meaningful glance and said, "However, with a beauty like yours, even if you can't cure the Empress Dowager's ailment, if you stay in the palace for long, you will likely enjoy a lifetime of Wealth and Glory."
The implication in his words was so obvious that even a fool could understand! She and Night Star were both clever individuals; how could they not grasp it?
While she was still in shock, the man quickly took over the conversation. "She just returned from Gaochang and hasn't rested well. I will personally speak to the Emperor later to see if we can allow her to rest before treating the Empress Dowager. This is also a sign of respect for the Empress Dowager."
Little Li nodded in agreement, smiling as he said, "Of course. In that case, I will report back to the Emperor. Thank you for taking the trouble to run this errand."
"Not at all; it's my duty," he replied coldly, watching Little Li leave. He then grabbed the woman's wrist without saying a word and pulled her out of Liuli Hall.
Caught off guard, she stumbled as he yanked her up. Her thigh collided with a table, producing a loud noise. Instinctively pressing down on it stopped the table from shaking further.
Nearby officials glanced over curiously at the commotion. They offered apologetic smiles but were soon pulled out of Liuli Hall.
Inside the hall, candles burned brightly and with many people around, it was warm enough not to feel cold. However, once outside, she felt a slight chill and instinctively broke free from his grip, crossing her arms with a hint of reproach in her tone.
"What do you want? Why did you pull me out so suddenly?"
He remained silent but stepped closer to her, exuding an air of dangerous pressure. His deep eyes were as cold as stars, revealing no hint of emotion.
Under such an intense gaze for too long made her uncomfortable; she instinctively wanted to take a few steps back. Stammering slightly, she said, "What... what do you want! I don't have anything on my face; why are you staring at me like that!"
She stepped back, and he advanced a few steps, closing in on her without allowing any room for retreat. Until she could no longer move backward, she suddenly reached out and pressed against the man's strong chest, feeling the hardness beneath her touch.
"Don't come any closer! If you have something to say, just say it. Why do you keep staring at me? It's kind of scary!"
The two locked eyes, and the man suddenly wrapped his arms around her slender waist, his gaze fixed on her, as if something was stirring in his deep eyes.
"Hey! What do you want? It's so cold outside. If you have something to say, hurry up. This isn't like you at all," she said, confusion written all over her face, as her initial unease was gradually replaced by impatience due to the cold.
But he remained silent, simply watching her quietly.
They were not far from Liuli Hall; the brilliant lights over there still faintly illuminated this place. However, this was a deserted corner with few passersby.
Mo Xier's features were not clearly visible in the dim light, but her fair complexion seemed to glow, drawing his gaze.
She stared directly at the man in front of her, her lips continuing to chatter away, seemingly scolding him for being so reckless as to pull her out here.
For some reason, all his attention was fixated on her lips. Those lightly tinted red lips held an irresistible allure at that moment.
Suddenly, he quickly lowered his head and captured her incessantly talking mouth with his own. Her nagging words ceased instantly as music floated in from nearby.
But at that moment, Mo Xier heard nothing; she widened her eyes in surprise, staring at the man before her. They were locked in a gaze, with only their heartbeats audible in the silence.
At the moment their lips touched, Night Star himself was taken aback. However, the sweetness of their connection instinctively urged him to deepen the kiss. In that instant, his previously awkward feelings melted away.
His hand around her waist tightened further, pulling her closer to him while his other hand covered her wide-open eyes, blocking out the light from her sparkling gaze.
In an instant of darkness, she could feel even more acutely the man's somewhat rough lips as they almost forcefully pressed against hers.
In this regard, the man seemed to be self-taught, effortlessly enticing her to follow his rhythm. With a kiss, he nearly took her breath away!
Suddenly releasing her, the woman's cheeks flushed from holding her breath, making her look exceptionally cute.
His hands remained over her eyes, while she stood frozen like a puppet, still in a daze.
She was overwhelmed with shock, yet Night Star seemed to understand his own feelings through that kiss!
He had already invested too much care into this woman, to the point where he subconsciously felt she belonged to him. That possessiveness was becoming hard for him to control. Today's events were the best proof!
Slowly moving his hands away, the sudden brightness snapped the woman back to reality. Her eyes widened as she looked at him, instinctively wanting to step back but forgetting that there was nowhere to retreat.
Stumbling on her feet, she was about to fall when the man reached out to steady her, but she swatted his hand away. The look of rejection was clear on her face, with no attempt to hide it.
"Don't touch me!"
His outstretched hand paused in mid-air, feeling somewhat desolate. He then lowered his hand and softly said, "Come back with me." He turned and began to walk away.
Watching his back, the woman nearly ground her teeth in frustration! This man! After doing something so outrageous, he acted as if it were nothing at all, not even offering an explanation?
"Hey! Don't you have any explanation? Are you even a man?" She took a few steps forward to catch up with him and, fueled by anger, grabbed his sleeve!
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