Without waiting for Yun Zhi Yue to react, the maids and eunuchs beside Xu Pin swiftly blocked her path. If they didn’t take the initiative, they would likely be pushed aside by this arrogant group.
During the selection process, Xu Pin and Lin Consort had personally drugged her, showing no fear of retaliation. Trembling as she approached Xu Pin, she dared not lift her head, her voice barely above a whisper: "I have seen the Empress."
The curtsy lacked any formality, a testament to her humble upbringing.
Yun Zhi Yue felt speechless; this was reminiscent of the day Fang Pin had tried to intimidate her, constantly repeating "humble origins" without changing a single word.
Seeing that Yun Zhi Yue remained silent only fueled Xu Pin's anger further. With a loud crash, she slammed her teacup down at Yun Zhi Yue's feet.
"How dare you speak to me like that? You think your mere beauty can give you the right to show me such disrespect?" Xu Pin shouted. "Someone, come and slap her!"
As a maid approached, Yun Zhi Yue seemed startled and fled in a panic, abandoning the maids behind her. After all, Xu Pin had just entered the palace; scolding and hitting servants was one thing, but with Yun Zhi Yue, it would only amount to a few slaps at most.
However, this display truly ignited Xu Pin's fury. Why was Yun Zhi Yue so afraid of her? Was she some kind of monster?
"Quick! Capture her! Do you hear me?" Xu Pin shouted in exasperation.
Yun Zhi Yue focused on deciphering the messages from the flowers and plants around her while simultaneously evading the maids and eunuchs trying to catch her. Outnumbered, she was quickly driven towards the edge of the lake.
At that moment, one of Xu Pin's maids had grabbed hold of her arm with an impressive strength that threatened to leave bruises, clearly not treating her as if she were a Little Master.
Amidst the commotion, a figure in yellow was drawn towards them from the other side of the Imperial Garden.
A glimmer of amusement flashed in Yun Zhi Yue's eyes, but her expression turned desperate: "Help! Don’t kill me!"
The maid was taken aback but was suddenly shaken off by Yun Zhi Yue, making it appear as if she had been pushed away intentionally.
With a splash! Yun Zhi Yue fell into the water, flailing: "Help! Someone save me!"
The maids by the lake were stunned, and even Xu Pin stood frozen in disbelief.
Then a figure in purple dashed into the lake as the Emperor bellowed: "Outrageous! How dare you act so recklessly!"
Xu Pin felt her legs weaken and stumbled back—this was bad!
The one struggling in the water had already sunk beneath the surface. However, Luo was an expert swimmer and quickly located Ping Ting's submerged form in the center of the lake.
Her long hair had already spread out, drifting in the lake and adding an air of mystery. The sheer fabric of her garment clung to her body, accentuating her curves and revealing an enticing flesh tone. Her clear eyes were closed, losing the vibrant energy they once held.
As a large hand wrapped around her slender waist, Yun Zhi Yue suddenly opened her eyes. She leaned in, kissing his lips with a gentle yet assertive touch. Without hesitation, she extended her small tongue to tease his tongue tip, while also savoring the taste that carried his essence.
Lo's gaze darkened slightly as he stared at this audacious woman in the water, fully aware that the Emperor was just by the lakeside.
Yun Zhi Yue couldn't help but scoff inwardly; even if he was a eunuch, he had once been a man and was bound to enjoy a little thrill. She pressed herself closer against Lo's chest, their bodies entwined as their kiss deepened with desire.
"Yun Zhi Yue, you truly are something else," she thought. "Even a eunuch can be stirred by you; your skills leave me speechless."
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