After her father went off with the army, Ning Yuxi wrote letters to her mother from time to time to comfort her, so that her mother wouldn't worry about her father losing his appetite and getting sick again.

In early December, Ruyi saw that her master was worried about her parents' home and was always uneasy. She thought of how her master always went to the Imperial Garden to collect snow water from the white plum blossoms to make tea last winter.

So he went to collect some more and brewed the Pu'er tea that his master loved to drink.

Ning Yuxi smelled the tea, picked it up and took a sip, wondering, "This seems a little different from what I usually drink?"

Ruyi smiled and said, "Master, you have a very clever tongue. I brewed the tea with the snow water from the white plum blossoms."

"Why did you think of using the snow water from white plum blossoms to make tea?"

Ruyi said, "Master, you forgot. Last winter, didn't you always go to the white plum trees by the Imperial Garden to collect snow water for tea?"

Ning Yuxi then remembered that collecting snow water was just an excuse for her to do so. Her main purpose was to encounter Yin Cheng falling into the water while he was resting.

But if you taste it carefully now, the tea brewed with snow water has a unique flavor.

Ning Yuxi knew that Ruyi was worried about her and might be anxious, so she planned to go to the Imperial Garden to collect some snow water and take a walk to open up some fresh air.

Ruyi happily agreed and actively went to look for a nice bottle.

Ning Yuxi laughed and shook her head. At this time, Luoying came in from outside: "Master."

Ning Yuxi knew from her expression that she had something to report, so she asked, "What's wrong?"

Ruyi: "It's about the Yuxiu Palace. I heard that Concubine Zhou of the Yuxiu Palace has been relying on the emperor's favor recently.

She always finds excuses to punish Consort Xie, who lives in the same palace with her. I heard she even slapped Consort Xie the other day."

"Did the Queen say anything?"

Ruyi: "It's almost the end of the year, and the Empress is very busy. Noble Lady Xie herself didn't say anything, and Noble Lady Zhou is currently in favor, so I guess no one dares to complain, and the Empress probably doesn't know either."

Ning Yuxi didn't think that the Queen didn't know. Even if no one told her, the Queen had been in charge of the harem for many years and had many spies and informants, so she must know.

It was just because Concubine Xie was not favored by the Emperor and she didn't say anything herself, so the Empress naturally didn't bother to care.

Ning Yuxi had visited Concubine Xie several times since she was restored to the throne. She seemed indifferent and unconcerned about everything. She was afraid that the emperor had hurt her.

It’s not easy to take care of Ning Yuxi either. After all, it’s someone else’s palace business, and Concubine Xie herself didn’t say anything.

In the afternoon, Ning Yuxi took a nap with her son and then went out with Ruyi Luoying to collect snow water.

I originally wanted to take Cheng Zhao with me, but later gave up because I was afraid that he would be cold.

In a corner of the imperial garden, white plum blossoms were in full bloom. Ning Yuxi tiptoed lightly, tilted her head slightly, holding an exquisite five-bottle vase in her hand. Luoying supported her, and Ruyi lowered the branches of the white plum blossoms to make it easier for Ning Yuxi to collect them.

Ning Yuxi was wearing a plain white dress today, with a cloak of the same color on the outside, as if she had merged into this snow-white world.

Gu Qilan saw this scene as soon as he walked into the imperial garden and stopped unconsciously. Song Qu was about to shout "The emperor is coming" when Gu Qilan raised his hand to stop him.

"Ruyi, pull it down a little more, yes, that's it!"

"Ouch, the snow slipped into my sleeve, hiss~"

"Ruyi, I told you to pull it down a bit, I didn't tell you to break it, hahaha..."

Ruyi looked at the branch in her hand that broke due to excessive force with a helpless look on her face.

"Ah, this servant didn't mean it..."

"It's okay, you can put it in the bottle when you take it back."

Gu Qilan looked at the relaxed and cheerful scene of the master and servant in front of him, and the depression he had been feeling for the past few days seemed to dissipate a little.

He didn't disturb them, just stopped and watched for a while before leaving with his men.

Ning Yuxi had no idea that she was being "spyed on".

After returning, he asked someone to use the collected snow water to make tea, and asked the small kitchen to make some delicious snacks. He also invited Chen Guiren and Li Changzai to come and taste tea together.

Life in the palace is boring, so naturally I have to get together with my sisters from time to time to chat about gossip.

Soon the two of them arrived together. The three of them drank tea, ate snacks, and chatted happily. Just as they were feeling happy, they heard the eunuch at the door come in and announce, "Master, Eunuch Wang from the Jingshifang has arrived."

The three of them were stunned. Then Ning Yuxi reacted and hurriedly asked them to go to the main hall.

Eunuch Wang walked in with a smile as bright as a chrysanthemum: "This servant pays his respects to Concubine Ning. May Concubine Ning be blessed with good fortune."

Ning Yuxi smiled and said, "Eunuch Wang, please get up quickly. What brings you here today?"

"Oh, I came here to congratulate Concubine Ning. The Emperor summoned Concubine Ning to his bed today."

Ning Yuxi was slightly surprised. Why did the emperor think of her?

However, he still managed to put on a look of surprise at the right moment: "Really? I'm sorry to bother you to come and deliver the message yourself, eunuch."

After seeing off Eunuch Wang, Concubine Chen and Concubine Li also came over to take their leave.

When the emperor summoned them to sleep with him, they naturally had to prepare well, so it was not appropriate for them to stay.

In the evening, Ning Yuxi washed and dressed herself and came to the emperor's Shengchen Palace.

The emperor was still reviewing memorials, and Ning Yuxi sat by the bed waiting.

This was her first time sleeping with a man and also her first time having sex with a man.

In modern times, she had never even touched a man's hand. Although she had the original owner's memories, they were just memories after all. Real practice was different.

About quarter of an hour later, Ning Yuxi was almost asleep, but luckily she had sharp ears and heard footsteps outside the door.

He quickly tidied his appearance and sat up straight.

Gu Qilan pushed the door open and came in. Ning Yuxi hurried forward to salute: "Your Highness, I pay my respects to you."

"Get up, have you been waiting for a long time?"

"It's been quite a while. One day without seeing you feels like three years. This short moment feels like several months."

Gu Qilan chuckled: "Why, Xier, do you miss me very much?"

Ning Yuxi said with a hint of grievance: "That's right, it's been a long time since the Emperor came to see me."

Ning Yuxi has always had a pitiful appearance. Now that she has softened her tone and is acting coquettishly towards others with a slightly aggrieved tone, you can imagine how destructive she is.

Gu Qilan gently embraced Ning Yuxi and held her as they sat down on the bed.

"Okay, okay, it's my fault. I will definitely visit you more often in the future."

Ning Yuxi finally smiled and said, "Your Majesty's words are as good as gold. I will remember this."

As she spoke, Ning Yuxi turned around and put her arms around the emperor's neck, looking at him shyly.

Damn, it was the first time that Ning Yuxi was so close to a man, and a handsome man at that. Her face turned red uncontrollably.

Gu Qilan looked at the beautiful woman's blushing face and whispered in her ear, "You're already a mother, why are you still so shy?"

Ning Yuxi's face was burning, and she lowered her head and said angrily: "Your Majesty~"

"Hahaha, when Xier gets shy, I really can't let her go."

As he spoke, Gu Qilan pushed her down and covered her with his lips.

The moment of contact, Ning Yuxi's mind went blank and her mouth opened slightly in shock.

Gu Qilan took the opportunity to touch her beauty, and his hands were not idle either, as he skillfully undressed her.

Before Ning Yuxi could react, her clothes were gone and her face burned even more. Gu Qilan undressed him in a few seconds.