So... fast?
A hint of panic finally appeared in Shu Hua's eyes, but she quickly suppressed it, so no one else noticed. She simply stuck out her tongue playfully and waved to them, "Father, Mother, Brother, Yizhi... I'm leaving now, take care of yourselves."
Her words were simple, just the usual advice of someone embarking on a long journey. Yet, even Yao, who was relaxed, couldn't help but have tears welling up in his eyes.
The wheels began to turn, and the crowd surged, yet it was hard to look away.
Qin Xi's nose felt a little sore, and her vision was becoming increasingly blurry, but she tried her best to open her eyes wide, wanting to see clearly. Lu Huai reached out to wipe away her tears, sighed softly, and pulled Qin Xi into his arms.
All good things must come to an end; if fate allows, we will meet again.
As the entourage of the Kingdom of Qing gradually moved into the distance, King Ye turned his horse around, and the people who had come to see them off gradually dispersed. Only a few of them remained standing still, not even daring to blink.
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The diplomatic ties between the two countries have finally come to an end, and Qin Xi's life has returned to its former tranquility, even more so than before.
Yes, calm.
No one else could accompany her to poetry gatherings, to seek marriage fortunes with her, to find joy in hardship, or to be with her like Shu Hua...
Even though Xu Zi often came to see her, she could never replace Shu Hua.
One is a friendship built over many years, the other is a sisterly affection—these are fundamentally different.
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"Grandpa Xiaoqi... Grandpa Xiaoqi... wake up..."
Xiao Qizi had just dreamt that he had become the chief eunuch when he heard someone calling him. Somewhat annoyed, he waved his hand and slowly opened his eyes. "Who is it..."
Consort Jing smiled very gently, "Seventh Eunuch."
Xiao Qizi shuddered, all sleepiness vanished, and he quickly jumped up to bow, "Xiao... Xiao Qizi greets Consort Jing."
Damn it! He actually fell asleep standing at the entrance of the Dragon Soaring Palace! His Majesty and Master Wuchang are still inside! If his master finds out…
Xiao Qizi looked terrified and trembled all over. Luckily, his master didn't come out.
He wasn't worried that Consort Jing would scold him, because although he hadn't been with Wu Chang for long, he knew Consort Jing's temperament well.
Not only him, but all the palace servants who had met Consort Jing were afraid of her, simply because she was too gentle and tolerant, never scolding or beating her servants.
As expected, Consort Jing smiled gently and ordered someone to help him up. "Seventh Prince, please get up. I woke you up just so you could go in and announce that I wish to see His Majesty."
"Oh, thank you, Your Highness." Xiao Qizi stood up and wiped the sweat from his forehead. "This servant will go in and report right away. Please wait a moment, Your Highness."
Consort Jing nodded with a smile, "Thank you for your trouble, Eunuch."
"Your Majesty, you flatter me. Please wait a moment." Xiao Qi bowed respectfully to Consort Jing. Only when he turned around did he notice that she was wearing the formal attire of a concubine today, instead of her usual nun-like dress.
There's nothing much going on today, why dress so formally?
As Xiao Qizi walked, he muttered to himself. Looking up, he saw Wuchang standing beside Emperor Yuming. He bowed and walked over to Emperor Yuming, saying, "Your Majesty, Consort Jing requests an audience."
He was writing on Xuan paper when he heard this, so he put down his brush, slightly surprised. "Oh? Consort Jing?"
"Indeed, Your Majesty."
"Please come in quickly."
"Yes, sir."
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