Chapter 41 Chiu Chiu Enters the Palace Again
See Chirp? Upon hearing the noise, Chirp immediately rolled over.
My pride is everything!
Yun Jinglan chuckled softly, gently comforting Qiuqiu, who was covered in sweat. Luckily, those two chubby little legs were just for show; otherwise, given her level of narcissism, she would have crawled all the way to the palace by now.
"Chen He, did Eunuch Liu say what business does Qiuqiu have in entering the palace?"
In fact, Yun Jinglan wanted to ask if the wrong person had been chosen. Even if His Majesty had something urgent to attend to, he couldn't possibly summon a clueless baby during the New Year.
[Was it Chirp's bravery and prowess that attracted our esteemed Majesty?]
Seeing the slightly excited and inquisitive look in Qiuqiu's eyes, Yun Jinglan temporarily withdrew half of her thoughts.
Sometimes she just knows too much!
Sometimes Yun Jinglan really wanted to shake Qiuqiu's soft, floppy body and tell the little one that she was still a baby and didn't need to think too much!
Chen He was taken aback by his wife's question and replied hesitantly, "I've inquired a bit, and it's said that the brave and mighty Princess Fu Ning has been attracted to our young lady."
Recalling how Liu Gonggong looked, practically bursting with worry and wishing he could rush into their backyard, grab the baby, and run away, Chen He said decisively, "Our young lady's charm is truly irresistible!"
Today, everyone who comes will fall at the feet of their young lady in her tiger-head shoes and thick cotton pants!
Yun Jinglan: Keep praising her, and sooner or later she'll become arrogant and ignorant!
When someone from the palace arrived, it was none other than Eunuch Liu Debao, who served His Majesty. Naturally, Su Junyao dared not be negligent. He had Yun Jinglan change Qiuqiu's clothes and then took her into the palace.
Yun Jinglan made seven or eight outfits for Qiuqiu to wear during the New Year. Today, she was going to see the noble people in the palace, so she definitely had to wear the most festive clothes.
The red shirt was embroidered with carp and lotus patterns, making Qiuqiu even more adorable. Before leaving, Dongxiao even dabbed a red dot on her forehead.
The vain Chiu Chiu stared at her reflection in the bronze mirror, smugly pleased: "What an absolute beauty!"
"Our little chiu is a beautiful girl!"
Yun Jinglan packed the father and daughter up and threw them out: "Get out of here!"
Liu Debao's eyes lit up the moment he saw Qiuqiu, and he rushed over. Su Junyao walked over quickly, but just as he was about to speak, he felt his arms go empty.
Su Junyao: "???" Where's my kid?
Liu Debao expertly hugged Qiuqiu, beaming with joy: "Our Miss Qiuqiu is such a lucky child. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, none of His Majesty's three dukes and six ministers summoned her, making it clear that he wanted to see you!"
Liu Debao was also surprised. The little person in his arms seemed to understand him and struggled to point to the door.
【Walk! 】
Princess Fu Ning had been depressed all night, and if this little devil wasn't brought to the palace soon, even the Empress might cry herself to death. Liu Debao didn't bother to investigate whether Qiu Qiu could really understand him, and turned to leave with two eunuchs.
Chen He hesitated before speaking, "Young Master, are we just going to let Eunuch Liu take the young lady away like this?"
Still lost in the fact that his daughter held a position in His Majesty comparable to that of the Three Dukes and Six Ministers, Su Junyao suddenly realized what was happening and hurriedly led his men after them, shouting, "My daughter!"
Even the Grand Eunuch couldn't just take someone else's child away without a second thought!
When Su Junyao finally reached the palace gate, Liu Debao cruelly told him, "Your Highness, His Majesty only summoned Miss Qiuqiu today. You should go back now!"
His Majesty's original words were that family scandals should not be aired in public. Among the youngest children of his childhood friends, few were reliable. Princess Fu Ning was too dignified, but she was his hope, and he was determined not to let Su Junyao laugh at him!
Even if Liu Debao had ten heads, he wouldn't tell Su Junyao about this!
"Your Highness, rest assured, this servant will take good care of Miss Qiuqiu and make sure she won't get hurt, not even a single hair."
Su Junyao hesitated. Unless there was an emergency, it was rare for a subject to enter the palace on the first day of the Lunar New Year to disturb His Majesty. But his daughter was still in someone else's hands!
If it were an older child, it would be fine, but a tiny little one like her wouldn't even complain if someone pinched her. What would happen if she fell into the hands of those women in the deep palace?
[Ouch, it's so cold. Father, stop talking, Grandfather, let's go quickly.]
Chuchu rubbed her chubby little face with her hands, her nose turning red from the cold. Liu Debao immediately wrapped her in his cloak, "Young Master, go back with peace of mind. This servant guarantees to return Miss Chuchu to you unharmed."
What a coincidence! Little Chiu Chiu is quite the tattletale, and she even complains about her father!
Su Junyao stood in the cold wind, watching his chubby daughter walk away happily, and muttered under his breath, "You little ingrate!"
But then I thought, this is also an opportunity!
Since his daughter isn't here, he can go back to sleep in the master bedroom today.
What a mistake! We should have let Eunuch Liu keep her in the palace for a few days!
Little did Qiuqiu know what her father was planning. After being carried to a warm palace by Eunuch Liu, she became withdrawn.
Wow, so many people!
There were three people sitting up there. They looked somewhat familiar to Qiuqiu, but she had a bad memory and would forget people she didn't know after just one glance.
There were even more people at her level, with women layered upon each other staring at her with great interest, as if she were some rare and adorable little thing.
"Is this the youngest granddaughter of the Marquis of Wenyang? She looks so tiny!"
"Sister Jingpin, do you think she's afraid?"
"Shh, I think we scared her."
Chuchu, like a fake smile doll, clung to Liu Debao's shoulder. Since she didn't know what to say, she decided to give him a smile.
Liu Debao, unaware of Qiuqiu's awkwardness, deliberately escorted her to the three powerful figures: "Your Majesty, this old servant has brought Qiuqiu, the granddaughter of Marquis Wenyang."
When Qiuqiu heard her name called, she looked up at the man in front of her. He was about the same age as her father, but he looked fierce. However, she wasn't afraid; she could sense the dragon aura emanating from this uncle.
This is the legendary Son of Heaven!
The story of the carp leaping over the dragon gate suggests a possible connection, perhaps even a kinship ties. By seniority, it could be a case of someone trying to scam someone's great-aunt's fourth great-uncle's brother-in-law!
We're all family, so Chiu Chiu isn't afraid!
Hello, Grandfather!
Emperor Jingming found it amusing. He held a high position and had a serious appearance. Not to mention the princess, even the most unruly seventh prince in the palace was as docile as a mouse in front of a cat when he saw him.
The little guy smiled at him as if he had seen a family member.
"This person is not afraid of strangers."
The Empress also kept staring at Qiuqiu. But she was just a little cute and pretty. Was it really that attractive to Fu Ning?
Chiu Chiu treated everyone equally, giving each person a sweet smile.
Okay, the Queen admits she's more than just a little bit cute and pretty!
"Someone, bring Princess Fu Ning out."
Last night, after Qiuqiu left the palace banquet, Fu Ning dragged the maid who served her around the palace and searched for her for most of the night. This morning, she was still peeking around, waiting for Qiuqiu to appear.
This unusual occurrence attracted the attention of both the Emperor and the Empress Dowager. The news spread like wildfire, and all the idle concubines in the palace crowded around to see what was going on.
There are a few little ones hiding behind, waiting for the pretty little sister to come over!
Now that her view was unobstructed during the day, the Empress Dowager could finally see the little baby she had been holding for so long the night before. Upon seeing the carp and lotus patterns on the baby's body, she quickly stood up.
This is the little lucky girl from her dreams!
(End of this chapter)
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