Tong Wanyan listens to Buddhist chants every day, and seems to be immersed in Buddhist teachings, exuding a Zen-like aura.
When the Empress Dowager saw her again, she almost thought that a Bodhisattva had descended to earth and appeared before her.
That serene and peaceful smile was almost identical, except for lacking a bit of the compassionate pity for all humanity.
The Empress Dowager was in a panic. She decided to leave the palace to relax and gave away her favorite younger relatives to Buddha.
Fortunately, when Tong Wanyan saw the Empress Dowager, her eyes immediately lit up with a smile, and she came to life, becoming mischievous and cunning.
"This humble servant greets the Empress Dowager." Tong Wanyan bowed swiftly to the Empress Dowager, her movements exquisitely graceful.
The Empress Dowager loved seeing her vibrant energy, unlike those people who were lifeless and, no matter how straightforward, were always scheming.
"Sit down next to me and let me take a good look at you. I haven't been able to get used to not seeing you for the past few days." With no outsiders around, the Empress Dowager didn't need to be careful what she said.
Tong Wanyan immediately smiled, her eyes crinkling into crescents, sparkling as if they were filled with the starry sky of a vast grassland.
"Then Your Majesty should take a good look. I feel like I'm almost becoming an immortal after living in Tanzhe Temple for so long," Tong Wanyan said.
The Empress Dowager playfully slapped her hand: "Nonsense! You're just a child, don't talk nonsense."
"Your Majesty is right. Actually, I am also fond of worldly pleasures. I sometimes find vegetarian food quite delicious, but eating it every day is a bit too much for me," Tong Wanyan whispered in the Empress Dowager's ear, looking both clever and adorable.
The Empress Dowager lovingly stroked her head: "Yes, when we return to the palace, I will give you some food."
The Empress Dowager also loved to eat meat, but she couldn't tell anyone that.
Only when Tong Wanyan and she clicked could they talk about these things.
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