The Empress Dowager was a typical northern woman, and as the daughter of a general, she acted decisively.
The Empress Dowager and the Grand Empress Dowager had always been at odds with each other, so when it came to the struggle for the throne, they stood on different sides.
The Queen Mother had only one daughter at the time and no sons, so she planned to support other princes to succeed to the throne.
But in the end, it was the Empress Dowager who outmaneuvered the situation and supported the then least prominent Ninth Prince, Di Mian, to ascend the throne.
Although the Queen Mother was unwilling, she had no choice.
Over the years, they have kept to themselves and maintained superficial peace.
But in the past three years, since the Empress Dowager went to Guangzhao Temple, the Empress Dowager's faction has gradually become the dominant force in the palace.
But now that the Empress Dowager has returned to the palace, the situation is likely to become complicated.
"Young Master?"
Seeing that she was silent, Caiwei couldn't help but call out softly.
"Hmm? What's up?"
Gu Xiaoqiao came back to his senses.
"I heard that Concubine Ning had stayed in the Empress Dowager's palace for a period of time. Would the Empress Dowager..." Caiwei did not continue, but her meaning was very clear.
Although Concubine Ning was born a palace maid, she had served the Empress Dowager for a while.
After all, they were people from her palace, so she would definitely help her own people.
And after the last incident, she had become enemies with Concubine Ning, and Concubine Ning would probably not miss this opportunity.
Gu Xiaoqiao pursed her lips and said nothing. She knew Caiwei's worries.
Needless to say, the Empress Dowager's prestige and status in the palace were great. If she wanted to help Concubine Ning to discipline herself, it would be easy as pie.
"Don't worry, your master is not a soft persimmon that can be manipulated by anyone."
"Besides, if Concubine Ning wants to use this as a way to retaliate, she will probably be disappointed."
Gu Xiaoqiao raised the corners of his lips slightly, smiling confidently.
"Are you sure, young master?"
"Of course there is!"
"That's good!"
Caiwei patted her chest in relief.
"Oh, and this."
Gu Xiaoqiao took out a piece of paper and handed it to her, "Please ask someone to send this letter home, and send some banknotes back to Auntie at the same time."
"Yes, my lady."
Caiwei nodded in response and left with her things.
Gu Xiaoqiao lowered her eyes to look at the teacup on the table and drank the tea in a very happy mood.
Without the imperial crown, she can finally be herself freely and at ease.
Some things are enjoyable if they happen occasionally, but it would be unbearable if they happen every day.
Just as she was enjoying the rare leisure time, a voice came from outside the door, "The Emperor has arrived!"
Gu Xiaoqiao's eyebrows jumped.
What is this guy doing here at this time?
Didn't you say you were busy and couldn't come?
She thought so in her heart, but still called out respectfully, "Your Majesty."
Emperor Mian stepped into the hall. His black robe made him look even more handsome and elegant. His brows revealed the king's dominance and dignity. He slowly took long steps towards her.
Gu Xiaoqiao stood there, looking at him with her eyes slightly narrowed, a smile on her lips.
Emperor Mian walked up to her and stood still, looking down at her condescendingly, with a hint of teasing in his tone, "Why are you staring at me like that?"
"Your Majesty, I am your concubine. Can't I appreciate my husband?"
Gu Xiaoqiao looked innocent.
Emperor Mian looked at her and suddenly chuckled.
"Little thing, you look like this and I really want to bully you."
After saying that, he put his arms around her slender waist and kissed her.
"Ugh...don't..."
She was about to refuse, but her lips were blocked.
His hands clasped the back of her head, making it impossible for her to dodge and forcing her to endure his passion.
The kiss was so fierce that it seemed to devour everything.
Emperor Mian moved away a little until she had difficulty breathing. His deep, dark pupils reflected her rosy cheeks, making her look like a flower in midsummer.
And the Emperor's breathing was a little disordered, his eyes were burning and scorching, "Little thing, I miss you so much that I am going crazy."
Yes, he must be crazy.
It's only been two days since we last met, but it feels like a long time has passed.
But she was fine, acting as if nothing had happened.
"Your Majesty, didn't you say you couldn't come because you had something to do..." Gu Xiaoqiao was so confused by his kiss that she gasped for breath when she spoke.
Emperor Mian lowered his head and stared at the person in his arms, his eyes flashing with strong desire, "I have changed my mind."
After saying that, he lowered his head again and kissed her rosy lips, sucking them.
She tasted so sweet, so sweet that he couldn't stop.
"Hmm..."
Gu Xiaoqiao struggled for a few times before she lost all her strength and was dizzy from his kiss.
His scent mixed with the aroma of wine filled her nostrils, making her feel dizzy.
While kissing her forehead, Di Mian unbuttoned Gu Xiaoqiao's coat and threw it on the ground.
His movements were extremely slow, but they were full of deadly temptation.
Gu Xiaoqiao's body tensed up instantly. Even though they were close enough, her body was still so sensitive that she wanted to dig a hole and crawl into it.
Di Mian looked down at Gu Xiaoqiao's blushing face, his Adam's apple rolled, and his eyes became darker.
"I'll stay here with you tonight..."
Di Mian lowered his head and kissed her pink lips, swallowing his words into his mouth. His tongue flexibly pried open her teeth, hooked her small lilac tongue, and entangled with it.
Di Mian held the soft and boneless body in his arms, savoring the sweetness on her lips over and over again, as if it would never be enough.
Gu Xiaoqiao was also exhausted from the torment.
When she woke up in the morning, she felt like her whole body was about to fall apart, and she didn't even have the strength to turn over and sit up.
Emperor Mian had already gotten up and washed and dressed, and was handling government affairs on the side. His purple robe sparkled in the sunlight.
Seeing that she was awake, he walked over, held her in his arms, bent down and pecked her on the lips, "Did you sleep well?"
"What do you think, Your Majesty?"
Gu Xiaoqiao answered weakly.
Emperor Mian's eyes were full of smiles. "My beloved concubine is becoming less and less imposing now. Didn't you just want to challenge me to a duel before?"
Gu Xiaoqiao was startled, and her face flushed instantly. Then she glared at him angrily, "Your Majesty!"
"Haha! Are you shy?"
Emperor Mian laughed out loud, then leaned over and nibbled her ear.
"Oh, Your Majesty, stop making trouble!"
Gu Xiaoqiao couldn't help but raise his hand and punch him.
She was really exhausted.
"Okay, I won't tease you anymore. You've been feeling bored before, right? I'll take you somewhere."
"Where is it?"
"You'll know when you get there." Emperor Mian kept the secret.
"All right."
Gu Xiaoqiao muttered and leaned lazily in Di Mian's arms, not wanting to move.
Emperor Mian scratched her pretty little nose lovingly.
"Get up, pack up and you can go."
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