Chapter 257
Song Xuanzheng was looking down at the travelogue, not even raising his head: "I won't see you."
He had already done his best to accept that goddess; he didn't want to get involved with her in any way, lest Qing Nian misunderstand him.
After the eunuch agreed, he withdrew.
Outside the palace.
The autumn wind was bleak. A goddess in red stood outside the palace, her gaze fixed on the golden palace gate, her face expressionless.
The young eunuch came running over to deliver the message: "Goddess, His Majesty is still busy. Please go back."
The goddess nodded, turned and left. A palace maid carrying a bouquet of jasmine flowers brushed past her.
The pure white jasmine flowers exuded a delicate fragrance.
The young eunuch who had delivered the message spoke up behind her: "Quickly send these fresh jasmine flowers in, His Majesty is waiting!"
The goddess paused for a moment, a glint of light flashing in her eyes, but she continued walking forward after only a moment.
Inside the hall.
Looking at the vibrant jasmine, Shen Qingnian's eyes showed a hint of surprise: "Autumn is deepening, yet there are still such fresh jasmine flowers. The blossoms also look a size larger than those of the usual jasmine!"
Holding the bouquet, Xia Zi smiled and said, "Miss Liu has a good eye. These jasmine flowers were specially cultivated by His Majesty. Although there are jasmine flowers in autumn, they are small, withered, and not very pleasing to the eye."
Shen Qingnian looked at the man beside her, and couldn't help but pull his large hand, which was resting on the table, her eyes sparkling with tenderness: "My heart is like yours!"
After they opened up to each other, the man treated her exceptionally well, even better than he had three years ago...
Song Xuan's Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and a dark look appeared in his eyes. He looked down at the slender white hand that was holding him and couldn't help but cover it with his other hand.
The fragrance of jasmine filled the hall, enveloping the two of them. The palace servants around them had already tactfully retreated.
Shen Qingnian felt a surge of heat in the hall, which made her heart feel warm as well. Looking at the man opposite her, she saw that he had stood up and walked to her side.
The man was tall and cast a shadow in front of her, enveloping her.
“Qing Nian…” Song Xuan’s voice was a little hoarse, and his heart was beating very fast.
Their hands remained clasped together. Shen Qingnian's large hand, which was scalding hot, made her feel uncomfortable. She tried to pull away, but the other person gripped it even tighter.
Shen Qingnian looked at the man in front of her: "Your Majesty."
The next moment, she was pulled into his arms. This was the first time they had embraced since they met again. The familiar feeling and the comfortable embrace made her feel incredibly safe, and her heart started beating faster and faster. She could also feel his heart beating rapidly.
Song Xuan was thrilled, and his palms were even sweating. The woman in his arms was someone he had been separated from for three years and had gone through many hardships to reunite with.
He looked down at the woman in his arms and finally couldn't resist, so he lowered his head and kissed her.
Two hearts, finally, are joined together again...
Outside the window, the autumn wind rustled, while inside the hall, it was damp and hot.
Even though they already had a child, the two of them were still somewhat awkward with each other. After being apart for three years, some things had naturally become unfamiliar.
Shen Qingnian was dizzy, and Song Xuan was also excited and proactive.
Just as he raised his hand to pick her up, Xia Zi, who was guarding outside the hall, hurried in: "Your Majesty..."
Upon hearing Xia Zi's voice, Shen Qingnian snapped out of her daze and instinctively pushed Song Xuan.
Engaging in lewd behavior during the day is absolutely forbidden!
Song Xuan was caught off guard. He staggered half a step after being pushed by Shen Qingnian, and then glared fiercely at Xia Zi.
"What is it?!"
His tone was icy, even carrying a hint of murderous intent.
Xia Zi inwardly groaned, but he cautiously replied, "Your Majesty, it is... it is General Shen who requests an audience..."
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