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Everyone knows that the Outer Court of the academy is a place of uncertainty, and Wang Shusheng's master is likely one of the people from Mok Ming Academy. At this moment, Gu Ping's attention is diverted, and it's hard to say whether that's good or bad.
No.
Emperor Dong, Dean Wang has sent over the interpretation of the poem by the students of Mingyue Academy. Has Emperor Dong had a chance to look at it? A eunuch outside Jin Yun Palace inquired.
Hmm, bring it here.
Before the emperor could finish his sentence, Consort Jin interjected eagerly, "Emperor Dong promised me, didn't you forget?"
Alright, listen to Consort Jin. Place it in my study for now; after dinner, I will review it myself.
No.
Outside, Consort Jin took advantage of Tianfen's distraction to sneak a glance at the departing eunuch, her mind racing with thoughts. While grinding ink for Tianfen, she remarked, "That old scholar Wang Shusheng only knows how to create impractical things. Unlike Emperor Dong, who is diligent and never neglects his duties."
Consort Hen's words held some truth. However, Dean Wang is still the head of Mok Ming Academy, which is the foundation of No Lu Kingdom. I see that Liu Xia from the south is just a small country in Jiangnan. But once the Ming Huang Sect establishes itself in Liu Xia, what then? It's only two; aside from Great Jin, which other country would dare to provoke Liu Xia? The world isn't that simple; it's all about power.
Tianfen has been in charge for fourteen years and has truly exhausted himself without a moment's negligence. Yet still, Lu State... I can't deny it. Even Tianfen himself is pondering Gu Ping's poem. Is there really a hidden danger in Lu State that he hasn't noticed?
What Emperor Dong spoke about regarding the Great Dao principles—Consort Jin may not understand them fully. All she knows is that being able to accompany Emperor Dong at this moment is her greatest honor.
As for me, I truly have no other desires; this place is where my heart lies.
Tianfen couldn't even believe what she had just said. If it weren't for the request, she wouldn't have come to this deep palace. If it weren't for the chance to see the Emperor of Lu State, Consort Jin wouldn't have shown any signs of her true feelings. In that case, it was up to her. There were too many secrets hidden in the depths of the palace, and if anyone wanted to uncover them, they would have to look closely and understand thoroughly; otherwise, they would be left with nothing.
"I don't deny it," Emperor Dong understood him well. He was waiting there, and Consort Jin instructed someone to prepare some refreshing tea for Emperor Dong so he could rest after a long day.
Watching Consort Jin leave, Tianfen gently pressed her temples. Her headache was acting up again, and she hadn’t seen any effective medicine from the royal physician. Perhaps it would be better to drink some tea brewed by Consort Jin herself.
Consort Jin hurriedly arrived at Tianfen's study. The guard at the door saw her but did not stop her. In this deep palace, everyone knew that Consort Jin was currently the most favored consort of the Emperor; no one dared to interfere with her affairs. They simply acted as if nothing had happened and saw nothing.
After leaving the study, Consort Jin went to brew tea for Tianfen before heading to Jin Yun Palace.
"How long has it been? I can hardly wait," Tianfen said while rubbing her head. When she saw Consort Jin return, she quickly took the cool tea and drank it all in one go.
Only after arriving at the pharmacy did she realize that Dong Muye had left. The maid quickly returned to Jin Yun Palace's side room to fetch some tea and then went to the medicinal kitchen to prepare cool tea for Emperor Dong before coming back.
Consort Hen was thoughtful.
After drinking the tea, Tianfen felt much better. She wanted to take the opportunity to read a few more pages of File but didn’t think much of it as she began working again, completely unaware that a corner of a piece of paper was slightly exposed from Consort Jin's sleeve.
After dinner, Zhang Chenyu and Gu Ping walked down the streets of Ying City, admiring the lanterns. A few months before the College Entrance Examination was always the most bustling time in No Lu Kingdom; even the festive atmosphere couldn’t compare to those months. During that time, Zhang Chenyu always found ways to enjoy herself thoroughly, but now that lively spirit seemed completely absent.
What exactly did my poem want to convey?
Zhang Chenyu felt that Gu Ping didn’t deny it either. As someone who sought joy in life, he naturally believed that if there was depth in their words, then there must be meaning behind them.
There are some things Bu Fou I don't seek to know; I should just live simply, find someone who truly likes me, regardless of wealth or status, and just hope to live happily. The corruption in the officialdom of Lu State is certainly something I dislike. If there's a chance, perhaps I could find a wealthy merchant who meets my expectations. If not, even an ordinary scholar would be respectable enough in Lu State.
Why do I not deny it?
Why do I not deny it? Gu Ping was suddenly interrupted in his thoughts by Zhang Chenyu's words. He wanted to say that they had only known each other for three days, but was it not common for women in Lu State to marry without ever having seen their husbands? Compared to that, three days was not a long time at all.
Gu Ping pondered over that question carefully. He wanted to say he had no such intention, but it seemed that wasn't the point. So why did he not deny it? Gu Ping shook his head and said to Zhang Chenyu, "Perhaps it's because he has someone he longs for."
As he spoke those words, Gu Ping thought of Mu Yu, the little girl from next door who had grown up with him. He remembered the day they walked behind the house together, counting clouds while sitting on a haystack, and how she wished to become an immortal.
Would being an immortal really be so wonderful?
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