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When the two people stepped into Ruo Ning Palace, they saw a woman dressed in a red palace outfit sitting on the intricately carved bed. Under the flickering candlelight, she appeared even more beautiful. Her oval-shaped, jade-like face had a pair of dimples that slightly emerged on her cheeks, lightly brushed with rouge, making her cheeks look like a freshly bloomed flower, pale yet rosy. Her long, black eyebrows were beautifully arched, and her eyes sparkled with life, captivating anyone who gazed into them with their clear distinction of black and white, exuding an enchanting charm.
Hearing the sound of the door, she looked up, her large eyes filled with confusion. The palace maid behind her hurriedly stepped forward to pay her respects.
"Consort Qian, auspicious."
Mu Yueqing immediately recognized who it was and slowly stood up with a smile that held a hint of mockery. "So it's Sister Consort Qian. I am here to pay my respects," she said, gently bending at the waist in greeting.
Consort Qian sneered inwardly but maintained her composure as she stepped forward and smiled at her. "I didn't expect my sister to be so beautiful; truly, none of us can compare."
What was originally just a compliment was taken seriously by Mu Yueqing. She lightly touched her cheek and pretended to be shy as she replied, "Sister Consort Qian is too kind; I am just an ordinary beauty, how could I compare to you?" Saying this, she covered her mouth with a handkerchief and laughed.
At that moment, Peach casually remarked from behind, "Your Highness, I think you really resemble the Empress."
As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions of everyone in the room changed. Consort Qian quickly feigned anger. "Peach, how dare you speak out of turn! This is not your place to talk. Besides, the Empress is already in the Cold Palace; how could she compare to the Imperial Noble Consort?"
Peach hurriedly knelt on the ground and apologized, "Imperial Noble Consort, forgive me; I misspoke in a moment of carelessness. Please spare me."
Mu Yueqing's expression had been somewhat displeased before but upon hearing this, she immediately smiled and said, "Get up quickly; today is a good day. This Palace will not punish you; we must give Sister Consort Qian some face." She smiled at Peach.
Consort Qian remained unfazed as she walked to the side and surveyed the room's decorations. Suddenly recalling something, she looked at Mu Yueqing and said, "Look at my memory today; it’s your auspicious day with the Emperor. I came here to congratulate you but forgot to bring a gift."
Not knowing her true intentions, Mu Yueqing could only smile and say, "Sister need not worry; your presence alone brings me great joy. I just wonder what the Emperor is doing now."
Beside her, Peach hurriedly replied, "In response to Your Highness, the Emperor is hosting a banquet tonight. I only heard that he is currently drinking and enjoying himself with the ministers."
"Yes, now that you mention it, This Palace remembers. We should leave immediately; otherwise, if the Emperor returns unexpectedly, it won't be good for us," said Consort Qian, apologetically nodding at Mu Yueqing before leaving with Peach.
Watching Consort Qian leave, Mu Yueqing lightly furrowed her beautiful brows. She couldn't understand why Consort Qian had come over so suddenly. If it was to make her recognize the situation, then it shouldn't have been at this moment. No matter how she thought about it, she couldn't comprehend and sat back on the bed waiting for that person to arrive.
After leaving Ruo Ning Palace, Consort Qian looked back at the palace and smiled lightly. "Peach, what do you think of that person?"
Peach pondered for a moment and respectfully replied, "In response to Your Highness, this servant believes that the Imperial Noble Consort is being rude because of her backing from the General's residence. As for her intellect, she cannot be compared to the Former Empress; after all, she still doesn't know how to conceal her brilliance. When the time comes, she won't even know how she met her end."
Consort Qian coldly laughed upon hearing this. "You are mistaken; she is a ruthless character. Her heart is far more merciless than that foolish sister of hers. Perhaps the days ahead will be even more entertaining." After saying this, she turned and left.
Meanwhile, in the main hall, although today was merely an occasion for the Emperor to take a new consort, if this consort held military power as a general, it would be a different story altogether.
Despite the recent cold weather, the atmosphere in the hall remained lively. Everyone rushed forward to toast, while dancers on stage wore revealing outfits and swayed their bodies.
At this moment, Mo Xiao Li was melancholically drinking from his cup. He did not refuse anyone who came to toast him; no matter who it was. Li Fusheng had tried to persuade him several times but to no avail and could only watch him with concern.
In such times, he felt even more uncomfortable. In occasions like this, she would always be by his side. Regardless of who else was in her eyes, at least she was there with him. But now, everything was gone.
Although he was unwilling to believe that she was responsible for that incident, everything seemed to target her. Thinking of what she endured in Cold Palace made him want to hit himself a few times because all of this was bestowed upon her by him.
He didn't know how long it had been; he had already started to feel drowsy when General Mu finally cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, it's late now; you should return and rest."
Mo Xiao Li finally raised his eyes to General Mu. How could he not know his intentions? He felt a cold smile in his heart. If that person had his support, would the outcome have been different?
He trembled as he stood up, and Li Fusheng hurried over to support him, saying with concern, "Your Majesty, you have had too much to drink. Servant will help you back to rest."
As soon as he finished speaking, General Mu quickly said, "Li Gonggong, today is a day of great joy for His Majesty. You should take him to be with the Imperial Noble Consort; how can you take him to the sleeping quarters?"
"I... I can go wherever I want without needing your say-so! We are going back to Qinxiang Garden," Mo Xiao Li said angrily.
At this, everyone was taken aback. Everyone knew that the former Empress resided in Qinxiang Garden. Could it be that the Emperor still had her on his mind?
General Mu's expression instantly darkened, but he did not dare to argue with him and could only stand by with clenched fists. Mo Xiao Li naturally did not miss this action and walked up to him, saying, "I know you care for your daughter, but regardless, this is my family matter. If you do not wish to see it this way, then you can only blame yourself for forcing your daughter to marry me. If I were to depose her in the future, I wonder if General would stand against me?"
General Mu hurriedly knelt on the ground and respectfully said, "Your Majesty worries too much. This old minister only has your best interests at heart and does not wish to interfere in your family matters. I hope Your Majesty can understand; my loyalty is as clear as day."
Mo Xiao Li smiled upon hearing this and turned around, allowing Li Fusheng to support him as they left.
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