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Before long, the two arrived at Yun Jin Palace. As soon as they entered, they saw that many people were already waiting inside. Upon seeing them come in, everyone stood up and knelt on the ground, collectively shouting, "Long live the Emperor! Long live the Empress!" The sound was so grand that it echoed throughout the entire palace.
Mo Xiao Li held Mu Junqi's hand and said, "Please rise." After saying this, he led her further inside. Naturally, everyone noticed their tightly clasped hands, and their expressions varied—some were surprised, some were angry, and others were indifferent; in short, there was a mix of reactions.
Once they sat down in their positions of status, music immediately began to play. Women dressed in dance attire entered and started performing beautiful dances. In an instant, everyone's attention was focused on those on stage.
Only the Harem Consorts glared angrily at Mu Junqi sitting above. If looks could kill, she would have been executed by so many gazes. Qian Zhao Yi could only sit a bit further back due to her demotion, with Consort Xi and Mu Yueqing at the forefront; Consort Xi was holding the Little Prince in her arms.
When Mu Junqi's gaze fell upon the Little Prince, she found herself unable to think clearly. She longed to go over and hold him; it had been so long since she last embraced him that she could hardly remember. However—thinking of this made her turn to the person beside her and ask, "Your Majesty, why haven't you brought Han Zhe back yet?"
Mo Xiao Li turned to look at her and said, "I naturally want to bring him back. It's just that the Empress Dowager hopes he can stay with Consort Xi for a while longer. She said he would be sent back after the New Year. Don't worry; after the New Year, I will definitely bring Han Zhe back so you can reunite with your son."
Hearing this, Mu Junqi finally felt relieved, but her eyes still occasionally glanced in that direction. Consort Xi sensed this as well but maintained her expression, continuing to play with the child in her arms. After spending time together, she had grown very fond of the child; he was soft and particularly adorable. If it weren't for the Empress Dowager, she might never have felt this way.
She wasn't unaware that after the New Year, the Emperor would take Little Prince away. Therefore, every day she wished time would pass more slowly. However, sometimes the more you worry about something, the faster it seems to go by; before she knew it, time had flown.
Yun Ruo also understood her master's feelings but felt powerless at that moment. Although the Emperor still visited Yunxi Palace to see Little Prince as before, he never stayed overnight there; he was either at Fragrant Garden or Tianming Palace and never went to visit other consorts.
Everyone in the palace knew that the Emperor favored the Empress more than others. However, she truly did not expect that after all this time, he would still treat the Empress so well.
While they were lost in their thoughts here, another group of performers had already taken to the stage. The applause was incessant. Although Mu Junqi had received Mo Xiao Li's affirmation while sitting above, she still felt a sense of sadness; during such times, not being able to be with her child was truly painful.
Mo Xiao Li certainly understood what Mu Junqi was feeling at that moment; he felt similarly. However, many things were beyond his control now. Thus, he could only offer Mu Junqi some comfort—after all, if they could endure this period together, everything would eventually be alright.
At that moment, a beautiful melody suddenly filled the venue, drawing everyone's attention. They soon saw a uniquely dressed woman standing above, holding a Pipa. Upon closer inspection, they realized it was the current Imperial Noble Consort, Mu Yueqing.
The Harem Consorts noticed she had mysteriously disappeared at some point, and they all focused their gaze on Mu Yueqing. Today, she wore an exquisite outfit and had a distinctive makeup style. Under the flickering firelight, she was truly captivating.
She first bowed to everyone and then said, "A tune of longing is dedicated to you all—" With that, she began to play the Pipa.
The enchanting notes filled everyone's ears, and soon after, dancers began to emerge from all directions. A dozen dancers dressed in identical outfits surrounded Mu Yueqing and started to dance. Their graceful movements combined with the beautiful melody captivated everyone's attention.
As the performance concluded, thunderous applause erupted throughout the hall. Mu Yueqing then bowed towards Mo Xiao Li and said, "Consort, this piece is dedicated to His Majesty. I hope His Majesty enjoys it." She then revealed a charming smile.
However, Mo Xiao Li looked on with a stern expression. Suddenly standing up, he said angrily, "As the head of the consorts, how could you engage in such disgraceful behavior? Has no one told you that this reflects poorly on the royal family?"
The crowd was shocked by Mo Xiao Li's outburst. They hadn't expected the Emperor to speak so harshly; after all, many consorts had performed at such banquets to attract his attention without facing any repercussions. Yet today, the Emperor was visibly enraged.
Hearing these words, Mu Yueqing was initially stunned before becoming embarrassed and starting to cry. Seeing everyone staring at her, she quickly ran off, leaving the crowd sighing in disappointment.
Among them, General Mu was the most shocked. He had thought his daughter’s actions would earn praise from Mo Xiao Li since it brought honor to the royal family. He couldn't believe it had turned out this way and cast a resentful glance at Mo Xiao Li.
The officials present also noticed General Mu's anger but were unsure of what to say in this situation, so they silently watched the scene unfold.
Meanwhile, Mu Junqi looked incredulously at Mo Xiao Li with growing confusion in her eyes. Mo Xiao Li turned to her and asked, "Are you curious why I reacted this way today?"
"Because you care about her?"
Mo Xiao Li seemed to have heard a joke, mockingly laughing, and then looked into her eyes and said, "Because that person is your sister—"
"But why? You know I don't see her as a sister."
Mo Xiao Li leaned closer to her ear and whispered, "Perhaps you think I don't know, but among those who harmed you that day in the Cold Palace, besides Consort Qian, it was your sister. Since she has come over, I should certainly take advantage of this opportunity." As he spoke, he even chuckled lightly.
Mu Junqi did not expect this to be the reason, so she smiled but remained silent. However, the people below assumed that the two were discussing the earlier incident, as everyone knew that the Empress and the Consort, despite being sisters, had a significant rift between them. Naturally, they believed this was Mo Xiao Li's way of retaliating against General Mu.
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