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"What problem do I have?"
"Aren't you trying to save your brother?" Eunuch Rongsheng said gently.
"Yes! Actually, I know where he is." Gu Yuniang realized that Eunuch Rongsheng was reluctant to share certain things with her, so she didn't press further.
"Then let's plan carefully and figure out a way to rescue him!" Eunuch Rongsheng looked at her with eyes full of affection, making Gu Yuniang's heart skip a beat. Could it be that this guy really likes her?
"Then I'm going to sleep! You should rest early too!" Gu Yuniang hurriedly said, pulling a blanket over herself tightly. She thought Eunuch Rongsheng would also go to bed, but to her surprise, he spread a blanket on the floor.
The candles in the room were extinguished, and in the moonlight, Gu Yuniang looked at the face of the person lying on the ground and softly said in her heart, "Thank you, Eunuch Rongsheng."
The next day, the sun rose and shone brightly.
Early in the morning, the Imperial Palace became busy. Today was the day the Empress Dowager arrived, and maids from various palaces were bustling about, following orders. There would be a grand State Banquet tonight, the first formal banquet since the capital relocation, so everyone was nervous and striving for perfection.
After entering the palace, General of the Imperial Cavalry Su Mo Yuan's first task was to visit his beloved daughter, Consort Li. It was well known that this high-ranking general doted on his only daughter to an extreme degree.
It had been a long time since they last met, so catching up was only natural.
When his subordinate Tian Feiyao reported this news to him, he merely smiled slightly. He didn't care much about it; just then, Xu Xun whispered in his ear, "Your Majesty, he is ready. He just awaits your command to come out!"
A fleeting glimmer passed through Tian Feiyao's deep eyes as he nodded and wearily leaned against the Dragon Throne.
Gu Yuniang was called out of bed early in the morning. After a quick tidying up, she was summoned to the Imperial Garden for some duties. The air in the morning Imperial Garden was very pleasant; the fragrant flowers made one feel refreshed.
However, that was only for others. She remained anxious and kept looking around, fearing an encounter with Consort Li or the formidable Tian Feiyao.
She chose to go to the most secluded area alone, tossing large bouquets of roses into her basket. Just as she was feeling pleased, someone suddenly hugged her from behind, covering her mouth, making it impossible for her to scream or break free.
Gu Yuniang's eyes widened in terror as she saw the person behind her lean in close to her ear and say in a chilling tone, "Little beauty, aren't you lonely all by yourself? Let me keep you company, hmm?" With that, he gently bit at her fair neck.
A disgusting sensation surged through her mind. She struggled desperately, gauging his position before lifting her foot and kicking hard. The man let out a yelp and quickly released her.
Taking advantage of his momentary lapse, Gu Yuniang hurried away without looking back at his face. Had she practiced yoga?
The man watched her agile figure run away, a wicked smile curling at the corners of his lips. He murmured softly, "Interesting..."
"Where have you been?" Seeing Gu Yuniang rush back, the Eunuch poked her head sharply and scolded in a delicate voice.
"I... I went over there!" Gu Yuniang replied breathlessly, glancing back toward the deep flower garden with lingering fear.
"Hurry up and take the flowers to Sky Pillar for decoration!" The Eunuch shot her an annoyed glare before turning away.
Gu Yuniang sighed. What was the little Eunuch so proud of? Hmph!
Today's State Banquet was held at Sky Pillar, which had already been lavishly decorated. Today, the Emperor of Dayue and his ministers would drink and celebrate in a place belonging to Da Zhou, holding festivities for having taken someone else's homeland.
Gu Yuniang felt a pang in her heart, wondering what her father would think if he were here.
She followed everyone in arranging the flowers on the seats. As she left, she took a deep look at the Dragon Throne. Tonight, he would surely be very happy! Bear's Ambition had finally been fulfilled!
"The Empress Dowager has arrived; hurry to Palace Gate!" At that moment, a flurry of voices erupted. Everyone in the hall rushed toward Palace Gate, and Gu Yuniang had no choice but to be dragged along.
Her heart raced anxiously along the way, fearing an encounter with Tian Feiyao.
In front of the imposing palace gate, two groups of Imperial Guards stood in neat rows, the crimson doors wide open, and every face was filled with shock. Gu Yuniang couldn't help but scoff at the sight.
"Isn't it just an old lady? Is it really necessary to be like this? But where is Tian Feiyao?"
"Auntie Empress has arrived..." A sharp voice echoed from afar, and all the palace attendants knelt down in unison, calling out, "Long live the Auntie Empress, long live, long live!"
A beautifully decorated carriage stopped behind the palace gate. The curtain of the carriage slowly lifted, and a woman dressed in a crimson robe and wearing a nine-screen phoenix crown was helped out by attendants, stepping down onto the backs of two kneeling eunuchs.
With her piercing phoenix eyes looking down at the kneeling palace attendants, she coldly asked, "Where is the Emperor?"
The Empress beside her quickly replied, "The Emperor said he is meeting with important guests and cannot come to greet you!"
"Hmph!" A cold snort escaped her lips, causing everyone present to break into a sweat.
"Everyone, rise!" The Auntie Empress finally spoke.
Gu Yuniang rubbed her numb knees and quickly stood up. When she looked up to see the so-called Auntie Empress, she was momentarily stunned.
What a freakishly beautiful woman! So young and so pretty—she's actually the Auntie Empress? Just because Tian Feiyao is good-looking, does that mean his mother has to be this young and beautiful too?
Gu Yuniang gazed at this woman with a belly full of confusion, completely unaware that Ling Wanyue was gradually approaching her.
"What is your name?" Ling Wanyue asked as she looked at the palace maid before her, a hint of surprise flashing across her features. How could there be such beauty in the harem that she had never seen before, especially with a peach blossom on her forehead that was strikingly captivating?
"Replying to the Auntie Empress, this servant's name is Taohua." She had learned her lesson and knew not to provoke trouble again.
Li Fei, who followed closely behind the Auntie Empress, instantly turned pale. Gu Yuniang! She actually didn't die! Taking a deep breath, she quickly lowered her head to hide her anxious expression.
"Why have you been staring at me?" Ling Wan Yue asked coldly, extending her long, crimson nails to gently caress Gu Yun Niang's exquisite face.
"Because I never expected the Empress Dowager to be so young and beautiful!" Gu Yun Niang felt a shiver run down her spine from the touch and replied helplessly.
"How dare you!" Empress Ling Yao Yue shouted angrily. This insolent girl had the audacity to respond to the Empress Dowager in such a manner.
Gu Yun Niang quickly knelt down. "I was just speaking the truth. Does the Empress not think the Dowager is beautiful?" She hated this palace; any word could cost her head.
The Empress was momentarily stunned, unsure of how to respond.
"Get up!" Ling Wan Yue's sharp gaze swept over Gu Yun Niang, and she felt a certain admiration for her. However, such a clever person could indeed be a threat if not used for her own purposes.
Li Fei initially thought the Dowager would punish Gu Yun Niang, but to her surprise, nothing happened. She followed behind the Dowager in frustration, casting a cold, venomous glare at Gu Yun Niang as she passed by.
Gu Yun Niang met her gaze fearlessly.
Upon returning to Feng Luan Palace, Ling Wan Yue dismissed everyone except for the Empress and Xiang Lian. She sat above them and coldly asked, "What has been happening in the palace during my absence?"
Just as the Empress was about to answer, Ling Wan Yue shot her a fierce glance. "Let Xiang Lian speak."
"Reporting to Miss, the most puzzling matter is a woman named Gu Yun Niang. She slapped His Majesty but faced no consequences. Later, she went missing. According to my investigation, she subsequently went to Li Fei's palace and became a servant, only to mysteriously disappear afterward," Xiang Lian respectfully reported everything she had found out to Ling Wan Yue.
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