Chapter 97 Concubine Zhao is jealous
For five consecutive days, the emperor, who had always been fair and just, seemed to be possessed by a demon and stayed in Jinxiu Pavilion every day.
All the other six palaces were left out, only Jinxiu Pavilion was bustling with activity, something that had never happened in the other six palaces before.
One afternoon, Liu Yuetang was lying on the couch taking a nap.
When I turned over, I vaguely saw someone sitting beside the bed.
Still wearing black clothes.
Liu Yuetang's mind shuddered, and she slowly raised her eyelashes, and sure enough, she saw Xiao Heng sitting next to her.
He leaned lazily on the edge of the bed, holding a book in his hands, looking very nonchalant.
Hearing the noise, he looked up at Liu Yuetang: "Awake?"
Liu Yuetang sat up sleepily and asked in surprise, "When did the emperor come? Why didn't you wake me up?"
Xiao Heng raised his lips: "You were very tired last night, so I couldn't bear to wake you up."
Thinking of the crazy sex last night, Liu Yuetang's ears, half hidden under her long hair, suddenly felt hot, and her eyes shyly turned as she called out, "Your Majesty~"
"The Emperor also said that my legs were very sore when I woke up today."
"Sore legs? I said I'd take you out for a walk since the weather is nice today."
A flash of joy flashed in Liu Yuetang's eyes: "It's rare for His Majesty to have time to stroll around with me, so I will naturally go."
As she spoke, Liu Yuetang ordered Wanqiu to help her dress up.
Wanqiu quickly tied up her black hair high, lightly swept her eyebrows, stained her cheeks with rouge, and put on some bright red lip balm, making her even more beautiful.
Liu Yuetang picked up a peach blossom hairpin decorated with coral and a butterfly hairpin inlaid with gemstones from the jewelry box, and stuck them on her bun to compare them in front of the mirror.
Then, she turned around and looked at Xiao Heng with a smile: "Your Majesty, which hairpin looks better on me?"
The corners of her eyes were slightly raised, revealing a bit of cuteness and charm, and the bright smile on the corners of her mouth made it difficult for Xiao Heng to look away.
He stood up gently and walked over to her.
After looking at the hairpins in her hand, she finally chose the one with a butterfly inlaid with gemstones.
"Tang'er is as beautiful as a flower, so there's no need for her to wear a flower on her head."
As he spoke, he took the hairpin from Liu Yuetang's hand and personally inserted it into Liu Yuetang's bun.
Looking at the delicate face in the mirror, Xiao Heng's gaze grew deeper: "She has a delicate head and tall eyebrows, a charming smile, and beautiful eyes."
The two people in the mirror met each other's eyes and snuggled up to each other intimately.
It is true that the years are quiet and good.
The winter sun shines down like fine gold, bringing warmth to your body.
Concubine Zhao sat leisurely beside the koi pond, her slender white fingers picking up fish food and slowly sprinkling it into the pond.
A fox fur cloak with plum blossom satin hung on the chair, elegant and deserted.
Xia Ying stood aside. When she saw Xiao Heng approaching slowly, she instantly perked up: "Your Majesty, the Emperor is here."
Concubine Zhao paused slightly while picking up the fish food and looked over.
Sure enough, Xiao Heng's slender figure was slowly walking out of the sunlight. He was wearing a thick cloak with large feathers. Under the cloak, he and the woman beside him were holding hands tightly.
Concubine Zhao stared at those hands for a long time until Xia Ying called her. Then she came to her senses, stood up and walked to Xiao Heng.
"Your Highness, I pay my respects to you."
Liu Yuetang also knelt down and bowed to greet him.
Xiao Heng raised his hand to help her up and said softly, "I rarely see you out."
Concubine Zhao smiled faintly, and her elegant voice carried a hint of bitterness: "The palace is lonely. If I don't find something to do, how can I pass the time?"
Her gaze fell quietly on Liu Yuetang.
"Of course, I am not as good as Concubine Xi, who can have the emperor's company every day."
Liu Yuetang was slightly surprised. It was said that Concubine Zhao never got jealous.
But she could smell the sourness in the words just now.
She glanced at Xiao Heng and saw that his expression was complicated, but he didn't say a word.
The atmosphere suddenly became silent.
Liu Yuetang pondered for a moment, then slightly moved her feet to distance herself from Xiao Heng. She nodded and said, "Your Highness, Concubine Zhao has misunderstood. It is because of my poor health that I begged the Emperor to come to Jinxiu Pavilion more often."
Her long eyelashes cast a faint light and shadow on her cheeks, trembling fragilely, making the Concubine Zhao in front of her look more imposing.
As soon as these words were spoken, Xiao Heng's brows visibly frowned.
It also achieved the effect that Liu Yuetang wanted.
The more she explained, the more powerful Concubine Zhao would appear.
Xiao Heng was the emperor, and he could favor whomever he wanted. Even though Concubine Zhao was the apple of his eye, he could not tolerate a concubine interfering in such a way.
Otherwise, he would have lost all face.
"oh?"
Concubine Zhao raised her red lips and said, "Xi Jieyu is ill and should rest in the palace. Why does she want the emperor to stay by her side? If the emperor becomes ill and his health is damaged, what will be your punishment?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Yuetang trembled with fear and quickly knelt down: "It is my fault for not being considerate. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."
Concubine Zhao glanced at her coldly and was about to speak when a low voice floated into her ears.
"Who told you to kneel down?"
Before Concubine Zhao could react, Xiao Heng bent down and helped Liu Yuetang up.
Then he looked at Concubine Zhao with a serious face: "Is it wrong for her to dote on me?"
Concubine Zhao's heart suddenly sank and she felt her steps stagger. Fortunately, Xia Ying held her firmly.
She tried her best to control the emotions on her face and looked at him in a trance.
The man in front of him had a peaceful and indifferent expression, and the sunlight shining on the golden dragon pattern on his robe was full of majesty and glare.
Concubine Zhao felt a lump in her throat, lifted her skirt and knelt on the ground, saying coldly, "It was my fault."
"Please punish me, Your Majesty."
After saying this, she leaned over to the ground, motionless.
Xiao Heng frowned tightly, his eyes dark and unclear.
Liu Yuetang lowered her head and looked at Xiao Heng's hand. He slowly rubbed the jade ring with his fingertips.
This was his usual hesitation gesture.
This proves that Xiao Heng did not really blame Concubine Zhao.
Otherwise he wouldn't be so hesitant.
He is the emperor, and he can punish anyone with just a word.
At this time, for Liu Yuetang, the best way is to retreat in order to advance.
It not only gave Xiao Heng face, but also demonstrated his magnanimity and understanding.
So, she lowered her eyes and whispered, "Your Majesty, this matter is not the fault of Concubine Zhao. Concubine Zhao was also concerned about the emperor's health."
Xiao Heng held her wrist and stuffed the hand warmer into her arms.
"You go back first. I have something to say to Concubine Zhao."
Liu Yuetang held the hand warmer and knelt obediently: "Then I will return to the palace first."
Xiao Heng nodded slightly, very pleased with her understanding.
This is what he likes most.
He doted on Liu Yuetang not only because of her stunning appearance and charm in bed.
More importantly, she knows her own status and position and knows when to stop.
Know what to say to please yourself and what to do to make yourself happy.
He was busy with state affairs during the day and went to the harem for entertainment.
Even the ministers in the court hoped to see a woman with a smiling face to greet them when they returned home.
Instead of always having that cold face.
Over time, just looking at it will make you feel tired.
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