Because of the news that Ziker was coming to pay homage, everyone hurried along the way.
Outside the Qianqing Palace.
Seeing the scene was just like when I first entered the palace, my feelings were completely different. Back then, I was uneasy because I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to cope with life in the palace. Now, I felt nostalgia, anticipation, and cherishment.
Standing on the steps, the Queen looked at Chen Nian in the crowd, her eyes filled with tears and excitement.
They're finally back.
I wonder if Jiaojiao's injury has healed yet, and if Yongxuan's health has improved.
As the drumbeats ended, everyone followed the emperor up the steps one by one.
After exchanging a few polite words with the Emperor, and seeing that the Emperor was talking to Consort Ling, the Empress couldn't wait to grab Chen Nian's hand, her eyes reddening.
The Emperor, who wanted to exchange a few more pleasantries with the Empress, saw that she was eager to end their conversation as soon as possible, so he silently shut up and continued talking with Consort Ling, leaving the two of them alone.
"How are you feeling? Are you feeling better? Is there anything else that's bothering you? Shall we go back to the palace to see Physician Chang?"
Looking at Chen Nian's emaciated body, the Empress's voice choked with emotion. She had lost weight; Jiao Jiao had become even thinner.
"Alright, Your Majesty, don't cry. I'm perfectly fine, and everyone else is watching."
Chen Nian held the hand that was holding hers tightly, and gently comforted her, the last sentence of which was full of teasing.
No one but Chen Nian dared to joke with the Empress.
"You."
The Empress scolded playfully, but still took out a handkerchief and wiped the corner of her eye.
"Hehe, Your Majesty the Empress is the best! I brought you a gift, I'll give it to you when I get back. Please don't be offended."
Seeing the Empress's reproachful expression, Chen Nian was not afraid at all. He smiled and even boldly took the Empress's hand and shook it.
"Hmph, at least they have a conscience."
The Empress did not refuse; she gave a haughty hum and did not refuse.
"Your Majesty the Empress—"
Seeing that the Empress kept looking in his direction, Yongxuan took two steps forward and cupped his hands in greeting.
"Good, good, good child, you're finally back, you're finally back."
Looking at the person bowing to her, the Empress spoke repeatedly, but the emotions she had managed to control crumbled again, and her voice choked with sobs.
"Alright, alright, everyone go back to your places. Niannian, Qing'er, Xiaoyanzi, Yongxuan, and the four guards, you will all accompany me to Cining Palace to pay your respects to the Empress Dowager, and then you can all return to your own homes."
After the Empress and Shen Nian finished exchanging pleasantries, the Emperor also spoke.
Upon hearing this, everyone smiled, except for Ertai, who frowned.
I won't be able to see her again.
She didn't know when he would return; he wanted to marry her.
As he thought about it, Ertai's mood soured again, and he exuded an air of irritability once more.
Seeing that everyone's attention was on the people exchanging pleasantries, Chen Nian quietly turned her head and gave Ertai a faint smile.
"I will leave the palace to find you."
"Meditation" is a colloquial expression.
Now that they're back in the palace, things are different from outside. They can no longer be together all the time, and they have to be careful about everything.
"Give me some time, wait for me to marry you."
A smile successfully calmed Ertai's agitation; the corners of his mouth curved slightly, making him look like a gentle and refined young man. He replied in the same colloquial language.
Give him some time, and he will be worthy of her.
After his brother spent time in the imperial kitchen, his brother had lost the emperor's trust. His father also told him that if the emperor felt that their family's achievements overshadowed his own, he could resign from his post, use his talents to earn fame and fortune, and marry her.
So, he can stand up now.
Give him some time, and he will work hard to be worthy of her.
He never expected his father to have this idea.
Why did Fu Lun have this problem? The reason is that after nearly losing his life in the White Lotus Sect incident in Qijiang Town, after the Er Kang and Zi Wei incident, and after having his head constantly on edge for this period of time, Fu Lun was exhausted.
The saying "serving a ruler is like serving a tiger" is not just a saying. After living in fear and trembling for so many years, it's time for him to retire.
He already felt guilty towards his youngest son, and seeing his son worrying every day about not being good enough for Princess Chen, Fu Lun felt even more guilty and his desire to resign from his official post became even stronger.
...
Seeing what Ertai meant, Chen Nian didn't say anything, but just smiled.
Watching the interaction between the two, Er Kang felt even more bitter, and a bitter smile appeared on his lips.
The two of them have already reached this point...
He should also prepare to submit his resignation so that Ertai can truly unleash his talents.
He can't make up for much of what they have to do, and he can't make Ertai worry about this and that because of him.
She deserves better.
As for whether the Emperor will approve it, there's no need to worry. In order to elevate Ertai's status and make him worthy of Niannian, his resignation is probably more in line with the Emperor's wishes, and the Emperor is unlikely to disagree.
The Fu family cannot have all three standing up.
Only one of him and Ertai can stand up; otherwise, his merits overshadowing the master will be detrimental to the Fu family.
He had no idea that his father was planning to resign from his official post.
Now, Lord Furen doesn't consult Erkang on everything anymore.
...
Cailian was left outside the palace for various reasons, waiting for the right opportunity to deliver a heavy blow.
As for Ziwei, she has already been imprisoned, and they are just waiting for the information to be found before executing her.
Jin Suo was also imprisoned along with Ziwei.
That's a brainless, cowardly fool. Keeping him around would only be an eyesore for Xiao Yanzi. He's also a traitor to his master, so he can't be kept around.
That's right. Jin Suo was originally Cai Lian's maid, but she was later bribed by Zi Wei and entered the palace with her. However, Cai Lian's memory was deliberately blurred, so she couldn't remember what Zi Wei did. She couldn't remember Zi Wei, but she could remember Jin Suo.
Jin Suo and she grew up together since childhood. No matter how capable Ziwei is, how could they easily forget each other after more than ten years of getting along?
Cining Palace.
"Your Majesty, don't worry, the princess and the emperor should be on their way."
Granny Gui gently comforted the old lady, whose eyes were fixed on the door.
"Granny Gui, I'm worried about Niannian. I don't know if her injuries have healed. I wish I hadn't let Niannian go on the patrol in the first place."
The Empress Dowager's eyes were filled with anxiety and worry; she wouldn't feel at ease until she saw her beloved daughter standing safely in front of her.
...
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