The emperor's ceremonial guard was not to be ridden by ordinary people.
That's the rule.
The group of censors and remonstrating officials were about to kneel down when Qin Ge preemptively said that it was against etiquette. They were originally quite dissatisfied with Qin Ge and were afraid that a second spoiled and domineering imperial concubine of the late emperor would appear in the Great Yong Dynasty. However, after hearing Qin Ge's courage to speak frankly and remonstrate with the tyrant, their impression of this virtuous concubine improved considerably.
It seems that Consort Xian truly lives up to the "virtuous" in her title.
However, tyrants act erratically, and it is not easy to persuade them.
Jun Chenbi held Qin Ge's waist tightly, saying, "What's all this talk of etiquette? My words are law. I'm telling you to sit here. Who would dare to say a word against it?"
As he spoke, the emperor's slightly ruthless gaze swept over the kneeling officials.
These words were clearly meant to put them in their place.
The censors who had originally intended to offer their advice were speechless.
Forget it, we can't afford to mess with the tyrant. Let's not provoke him.
Anyway...
This isn't something that would harm the country or shake its foundations!
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The emperor's entourage traveled in a grand procession, escorted by the Imperial Guards. As they left the Forbidden City, people along the way knelt in obeisance, and the procession finally arrived at the royal hunting grounds.
Upon arrival, the Imperial Guards quickly set up camp and erected tents.
As a nobleman in the palace, Qin Ge didn't need to do anything himself. He stood aside with his maid Qingzhu and took a few steps toward the edge of the dense forest.
Qingzhu pretended to support Qin Ge's arm, but actually whispered in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Young Master, everything has been arranged. The people from Yinyue Tower have already made preparations at the Royal Hunting Grounds. You will be able to leave the palace soon."
Qin Ge said calmly, "You did very well."
Qingzhu pursed her lips, seemingly accepting the praise, but in reality, she wanted to ask: Young Master, are you willing to leave?
She had seen firsthand how His Majesty treated the young master these past few days; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say he was the most favored concubine in the entire harem.
Any woman would probably be tempted.
It's just a pity that the young master is actually a man.
If they don't leave, their true identities will be exposed sooner or later.
Will His Majesty be able to accept it then?
Qingzhu felt it was better not to gamble, as risking one's life for the sincerity and benevolence of an emperor was clearly a foolish thing to do.
So, she ultimately didn't ask that question.
Just as the two finished plotting and were about to turn back, they were stopped by Madam Qin.
As the wife of the Prime Minister and a first-rank imperial consort, the First Lady was naturally among those attending the royal hunt.
Her mother was with her.
Yao's mother no longer had the arrogant attitude she used to have in front of Qin Ge.
Even the First Madam looked sickly.
It was all because of Qin Manwu's affair.
The emperor personally issued an edict, sending the chief eunuch to the Prime Minister's residence to reprimand the First Madam. This was the first such incident among the wives of prominent officials in the entire capital.
From that day on, the First Madam fell ill and remained ill for quite some time.
She participated in the royal hunt despite her illness, hoping to see Qin Ge.
She blocked his path and knelt down in front of him.
"Your Majesty, I, as your stepmother, have been wrong in countless ways and have been harsh and unkind to you in the past, but it has nothing to do with Manwu. Please, have mercy on Manwu this time. I kowtow to you..."
Qin Ge was determined to use the opportunity to fake her death and escape, so she naturally did not want to get involved in any more trouble. However, although the First Madam had many faults in the past, she had never harmed the lives of her illegitimate sons and daughters. Otherwise, the original owner would not have survived to this day. It was just that their positions as legitimate and illegitimate children were different.
He pondered for a moment and said, "Madam, please rise. After the royal hunt ends and we return to the palace, Qin Manwu will naturally go home."
Originally, Qin Manwu was only punished by washing clothes in the laundry department for three months.
It was the First Madam's eagerness to save her daughter.
Upon hearing this, the First Madam was overjoyed and thanked her repeatedly.
From then on, the mother and daughter dared not oppose Qin Ge again.
On the other side.
The emperor exuded a low-pressure atmosphere, his beautiful face darkened, appearing cold and unapproachable.
His Majesty's appearance was terrifying. Eunuch Xia inwardly groaned and loudly ordered the Imperial Guards, "Go search again! There are wild beasts in the royal hunting grounds; it's extremely dangerous. How can we let the Empress go out alone? Go now!"
At that time, Qin Ge had already returned to the camp with Qingzhu, lifted the tent flap and walked in: "No need to look anymore, I'm back."
Jun Chenbi's slightly reddened dark eyes darted around before landing on Qin Ge. His voice was hoarse as he asked, "Where did you run off to?"
His expression and tone were like those of a wronged husband who had been abandoned, carrying a hint of grievance.
"I've never been here before, just taking a casual stroll. Please forgive me, Your Majesty," Qin Ge said as he approached the Emperor.
Jun Chenbi pulled him into his arms, his violent emotions miraculously calmed. He buried his face in Qin Ge's neck, inhaling the bitter, cool fragrance emanating from him: "—This is the last time."
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