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You are on a boat enjoying the scenery, while someone on the bridge is watching you, thus you become part of another's view.
A tune played on the bamboo flute, "Beauty," resonates in harmony; this melody should only exist in the heavens, yet it is rarely heard among mortals.
"Benefactor, there is someone in the water."
Hibiscus put down her fishing rod and looked in the direction Fengyin pointed. "Where?"
"Isn't that a fish?"
"Uh." Could she have seen it wrong?
"Maybe I misjudged."
"Woo woo woo~~ My life is so hard." From a nearby boat came the sound of crying, revealing a young woman standing at the bow, her handkerchief covering her face as she wept uncontrollably. "Don't try to persuade me; I cannot live without clarity. If Young Master Zhu does not wish to marry me, then let me die. Woo woo~"
"An Ruo, calm down."
"Why should I? Qing Lian was born in a brothel; does that mean my status as a proper young lady is worth less than that of a courtesan?" A richly dressed lady also cried with red eyes, looking anxiously at the woman at the bow of the boat.
"Let them make a scene; they can create their ruckus right under my nose." On the Zhu Family's pleasure boat, Qing Lian, dressed in feathered attire, held a teacup and watched the scene unfold on the nearby boat.
"Madam, this is not good for the Zhu Family's reputation!"
"Whatever." Qing Lian waved her hand dismissively and took a sip of tea to cool herself down; she didn't care anymore and was ready to let things fall apart.
"Madam..."
"My Good Steward, stop dawdling. Did you bring the message for your young master?"
"Madam, I will go right away." I need to find the young master to save the situation; if the master finds out, it will be a disaster.
"It's quite lively," Hibiscus said lightly after glancing over, then returned to her fishing.
"Lively? Just row the boat over."
"You do it."
"I can't."
"Then forget it."
"Why are you like this?"
"What else can I do?"
"Cold Heart, bite him."
"Whoosh whoosh!" Bite~~~
"Cold Heart, are you listening to her or to me?"
"Whoosh~" Just a fence-sitter, swaying with the wind. Hehe.
"An Ruo, stop messing around." A steady male voice sounded; Zhu Qing had arrived.
"Young Master Zhu, you have arrived. Today, you must give me an explanation," Madam Huayi said, her expression not looking very good, but she endured it due to the Zhu Family.
"Madam An, this..." Zhu Qing shook his head with a bitter smile. He couldn't say much; could he claim it was all a misunderstanding caused by his drunkenness?
"I will take good care of Miss An," Zhu Qing nodded, as if making a decision.
As soon as he finished speaking, a splash was heard nearby, and a light figure fell into the water, filled with determination and resolve.
"Qing Lian!" Zhu Qing felt a sharp pain in his heart. Forgetting everything else, he hurriedly jumped into the lake and swam towards the direction of the boat.
"Madam!" At this moment, the boat was already in chaos. Several beautiful women stood anxiously at the bow, looking at the lake with blank expressions and tearful voices.
Seeing Zhu Qing drenched as he boarded the boat, they dared not speak, only lowering their heads and crying softly.
"Young Master, Madam..."
Zhu Qing waved his hand and walked into Qing Lian's room, closing the door behind him. The lingering fragrance inside was just like before, and even the bed still held warmth.
"Qing Lian," he choked on his words, tears streaming down his face.
On the desk lay a piece of silk quietly, with words written on it:
"The cattail is tough as silk; the rock remains unmoved."
"Mama," a tender voice called from outside the door. It turned out that the young master of the Zhu Family missed his mother, and the steward had brought him over. The door creaked open, and Zhu Qing peeked out with his little head, softly asking, "Father, where is Mother?"
"Qing'er, come here."
Only after losing did I realize that in all those days before, I did not understand the value of cherishing what I had. Everything I promised her back then has been forgotten and betrayed by him. Time passed in the blink of an eye, and only after leaving behind indelible marks did I understand how resolute it was to depart.
"Qing'er, do you miss your mother?"
"Mm."
"I miss her too." At this moment, the longing surged like a flood, bringing a chill to my heart.
It turned out that from now on, she would no longer be in this world. Just thinking about it felt as if I had lost my breath.
"Young Master, the servants have searched everywhere but cannot find Madam."
"Young Master, the An family's boat has arrived."
"Young Master, the Master is coming and he is very angry."
Zhu Qing held Qing'er and boarded a small boat, gently drifting away; he wanted some peace and quiet.
"What are you still looking for that embarrassing woman for? Everyone go back! Hehe, Madam An, hello, is this An Ruomei? You’re becoming more beautiful by the day."
"Uncle."
A soft sigh came from afar.
"Your Majesty, it has been cool at night lately. I made ginseng soup to warm your stomach." Poppy's watery eyes sparkled, her shy demeanor evoking a sense of affection. Xuan Li sighed softly, "Let it go. I will drink it later."
"Your Majesty, it will cool down soon."
"Bring it over."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"How does it taste?" Seeing Xuan Li nod, Poppy's delicate face broke into a gentle smile. Just then, a high-pitched voice from outside the door interrupted, "Reporting to Your Majesty, the Empress requests an audience."
Has she finally come to see him? Xuan Li set down the porcelain bowl. "Let her in."
"Jinse pays her respects to the Emperor." Jinse wore a plain little fur coat, with warm fur around the collar framing her flower-like face, looking light and serene. This demeanor was somewhat similar to Fengyin's usual self, but such calmness was rare for Jinse; she had always been full of anticipation, subtle yet brave. Today, however, there was an added sense of distance.
Jinse glanced at the two sitting on the couch and felt a chill in her eyes. She lowered her head and said, "I am unwell and will take my leave."
"Sister, are you leaving so soon after arriving?"
"Hehe." Jinse smiled lightly and walked away without looking back.
She shouldn't have come to the palace.
"Your Majesty, as Empress Mother, my sister's behavior is quite inappropriate."
Xuan Li merely replied softly, "Wait for me tonight."
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